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The Miami Heat and Boston Celtics made noise this summer by signing big-name veterans for minimum contracts. But don't expect that development to turn into a trend, especially with the threat of a lockout looming.

Story | Conversation | September 08, 2010

It's virtually impossible to top the trio the Heat put together this summer. So why try? Instead, the best way for teams to beat Miami is to take the opposite approach, putting together a deep, balanced, defensive-oriented roster like the 2003-04 Pistons.

Story | Conversation | July 14, 2010

LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh just became the NBA's most formidable trio, but are we just a couple of years away from an even-better triumvirate? According to Tom Haberstroh, Thunder fans could soon have reason to dream.

Story | Conversation | July 13, 2010

For all the teams looking to land LeBron James, there are many more just looking to improve on the cheap. Tom Haberstroh takes a look at the NBA free agent bargain bin and finds some hidden gems who can have serious impact for contenders next season.

Story | Conversation | June 28, 2010

Insider continues its free-agency Buyer's Guide series with a look at Ray Allen. While he may be in the twilight of his career, there are plenty of teams who'd still be interested in his pure shooting stroke.

Story | Conversation | June 26, 2010

Insider continues its free-agency Buyer's Guide series with a look at Rudy Gay. He has legitimate upside and elite athleticism for a relative bargain compared with other free agents. Still, he's not the top priority for any team seeking a big move.

Story | Conversation | June 25, 2010

Insider continues its free agency Buyer's Guide series with a look at Joe Johnson. Widely rumored to be the consolation prize for teams chasing LeBron James, his production is solid. But at age 28, is he worth a fat, long-term contract?

Story | Conversation | June 24, 2010

Insider continues its free agency Buyer's Guide series with a look at Dwyane Wade. His unique skill set makes him the league's premier combo guard, but will his body betray him sooner or later? And what does that mean for him as a free agent?

Story | Conversation | June 23, 2010

Insider continues its free agency Buyer's Guide series with a look at David Lee. Defensive shortcomings aside, Lee could give one lucky team the same production as Amare Stoudemire for a lot less cash.

Story | Conversation | June 22, 2010

Insider continues its free agency "Buyer's Guide" series with a look at Dallas sniper Dirk Nowitzki. He'll likely get a max deal from Mark Cuban, but with tens of thousands of NBA minutes on his legs, will he be worth it?

Story | Conversation | June 21, 2010

Insider continues its free-agency Buyer's Guide series with a look at Amare Stoudemire. Plenty of teams -- particularly the Bulls, Heat and Knicks -- are said to covet him, but with poor defensive skills and a balky knee, is he worth a max contract?

Story | Conversation | June 17, 2010

Insider continues its free agency Buyer's Guide series with a look at Carlos Boozer. Is he worth something in the range of a max contract? Is he little more than an ideal complementary player? Where's the best place for him to land? Here's a look.

Story | Conversation | June 17, 2010

Tom Haberstroh writes that Dwyane Wade's muted production this postseason can be attributed to a single factor: While he is performing at a superstar level in the second halves of games, he has played at a league-average level in first halves.

Story | Conversation | July 03, 2012

Steve Nash, one of the top free agents this summer, joined the Dan Patrick Show this afternoon and said some comments that probably made ripples around the league.

Tom Haberstroh looks at the free-agency plans for every Eastern Conference team and provides the best fits for each.

Story | Conversation | March 22, 2012

Orlando Magic owner Daniel DeVos says he wants disgruntled center Dwight Howard to stay in Orlando.