Complete coverage: NBA season preview 2021-22

The NBA’s 75th anniversary season begins Tuesday, Oct. 19, with a pair of game, including Lakers vs. Warriors. Here is the L.A. Times’ coverage.
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Lakers star Russell Westbrook is known as the intense triple-double machine of the NBA, but he’s sick of his reputation and ready to open up.
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A look at the Lakers’ 2021-22 season schedule by month and the team’s roster.
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The Lakers open the season on Tuesday against Golden State, beginning the season with an aging team that has injury problems. Here’s what to expect.
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Paul George will be focal point of the team with fellow All-Star Kawhi Leonard sidelined. He’s ready for the challenge with a new belief and attitude.
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A look at the Clippers’ 2021-22 season schedule by month and the team’s roster.
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Clippers 5 storylines: Here are five storylines to follow as the Clippers open the season on Thursday.
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The Lakers are the favorites to win the Western Conference title, but the Phoenix Suns and Utah Jazz lead a contending field that is deep and talented.
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How The Times’ basketball staff rates the 30 NBA teams from top to bottom heading into the season openers on Tuesday.