NBA A to Z with Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt

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NBA schedule breakdown Aug 14, 2015

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The NBA schedule was released and Jeff Zillgitt of USA TODAY Sports and Kevin Spain, NBA Editor for USA TODAY take a look at how the league wanted to reduce the number of back to back games and how many times teams play four games in five nights. They also break down the Christmas Day schedule, which is the showcase day for the regular season and ponder if this will be Kobe Bryant's last time to play that day.

LeBron James going to Team USA camp and players, owners shouldn't opt out Aug 05, 2015

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USA TODAY Sports NBA editor Kevin Spain talks to reporter Jeff Zillgitt about what it means that LeBron James says he'll work out with Team USA at the minicap in mid-August. The guys also discuss how James' teammates Tristan Thompson and J.R. Smith haven't signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers and why. Zillgitt breaks down why the NBA owners and players have no reason to opt out of the current Collective Bargaining Agreement when they can after this upcoming season.

Bucks will get new arena; Cavaliers load up in offseason Jul 28, 2015

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The Milwaukee Bucks will stay in Wisconsin after the state passed a bill approving a new arena. USA TODAY Sports NBA reporter Jeff Zillgitt and NBA editor Kevin Spain discuss what that means for the city, the team and the league. They also talk about the offseason moves made by the Cleveland Cavaliers, who appear to be even better than last season. Zillgitt has a conversation with Doug McDermott of the Chicago Bulls and the guys talk about what rookies could make the biggest impact this season.

Becky Hammon interview and Summer League wrap up Jul 20, 2015

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As NBA Summer League wraps up, USA TODAY Sports Sam Amick discusses some post league moves, including the Ty Lawson trade with Kevin Spain. Amick has an interview with San Antonio Spurs assistant coach Becky Hammon, who talks about working with Gregg Popovich, how her relationship with her father and brother influenced her now and how much she appreciates having a job coaching in the NBA.

Summer League drama Jul 14, 2015

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The best part of the NBA offseason is the drama that goes with it. USA TODAY Sports Sam Amick discusses how some of the rookies at the Las Vegas Summer League are not off to a great start with Kevin Spain. The guys also talk about some of the big news around the league, like the awkward handshake between Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins and coach George Karl and the craziness and fallout of the DeAndre Jordan situation with the Los Angeles Clippers and Dallas Mavericks.

NBA free agency, the rich get richer Jul 06, 2015

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As some of the big names in free agency agree to deals, it's apparent that some of the teams that were already among the best in the league, just got better. Kevin Spain and Sam Amick from USA TODAY Sports discuss the bargain agreement former All-Star David West made with the San Antonio Spurs and the deal Marc Gasol is making to stay in Memphis. A to Z guys Amick and Jeff Zillgitt talk to San Antonio Express News reporter Jeff McDonald about the Spurs getting the top prize in free agency LaMarcus Aldridge and they chat with Dan Woike of the Orange County Register about how the Los Angeles Clippers lost DeAndre Jordan.

Free agency frenzy Jul 03, 2015

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As free agency tips off, the NBA A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt analyze what has happened so far with USA TODAY Sports' Kevin Spain. The guys discuss the Kevin Love deal, Dwyane Wade and Greg Monroe and talk about how Anthony Davis and Kawhi Leonard being locked up by their teams were two of the biggest moves. Spain talks to Gerry Vallaincourt, longtime NBA analyst out of New Orleans on the Davis contract. The guys discuss the most interesting moves so far. Follow them on twitter @sam_amick, @JeffZillgitt, @kevin_spain.

Draft preview; DeMarcus Cousins discussion Jun 24, 2015

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The NBA draft is approaching the A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt talk about some of their recent interviews of potential draftees with Kevin Spain of USA TODAY Sports. They discuss Phil Jackson's first draft with the New York Knicks and what he's looking for. They talk about the interesting situation with Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins and the A to Z guys pick the top free agent who could be with another team next season.

Finals wrapup and look ahead to next season Jun 17, 2015

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Quick look back at the NBA Finals with Kevin Spain of USA TODAY Sports and the NBA A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt. The guys discuss the MVP voting and ask could the Cavaliers and Warriors meet in the Finals again next season. They also take an early peek at what teams might be making some moves to try to improve and what new coach might make the biggest impact on his team.

Golden State takes back control of NBA Finals Jun 12, 2015

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Kevin Spain of USA TODAY Sports discusses with NBA reporter Sam Amick how the Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr made a key adjustment in the NBA Finals, starting a smaller lineup that turned the tide against the Cleveland Cavaliers and go into Game 5 with momentum. They also discuss how we haven't yet seen the best of Stephen Curry and how this year's Finals are winning big in the ratings game.

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