Nine first-week NBA storylines not involving Kyrie Irving or Ben Simmons: Rookies dazzle; Giannis' new routine
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There's a lot going on in the NBA besides the off-court drama
The 2021-22 NBA season began last Tuesday, but most of the headlines around the league have very little to do with basketball. Whether it's protests at Barclays Center about Kyrie Irving's vaccine status, the ongoing saga with Ben Simmons and the Philadelphia 76ers or infighting within the Los Angeles Lakers, the off-court drama has overshadowed the fact that some great NBA games and tremendous individual performances have been taking place.
No more.
There will continue to be discussion about all of those storylines as the season goes along, but how about we talk some basketball? I'm taking this opportunity to highlight nine cool and interesting things that I noticed during an incredible first week of NBA action.
The two teams drew 1-1 for the fourth straight time
Detry leads Alex Smalley and Michael Kim at 12 under at the WM Phoenix Open
The deal would've cut the Warriors out and sent Jimmy Butler to Phoenix
CBSSports.com and SportsLine break down Super Bowl LIX
CBSSports.com and SportsLine break down Super Bowl LIX
Nico Harrison hand-delivered Luka Doncic, which set the stage for the Mark Williams deal
Pete Prisco isn't picking against Mahomes and the back-to-back champs
The 'Mexican Monster' is a real threat to the light heavyweight titles after moving up two fights ago
The PGA Tour travels to Scottsdale for its annual stop at the WM Phoenix Open
We identified the best of the best for both the regular season and playoffs
McIlroy took a page out of Scottie Scheffler's book as he secured the win over the weekend in the signature event
LeBron's people are saying he didn't know about the trade, but is that a good thing for them?
Pete Prisco breaks down his list ahead of Sunday's big game