What makes Jimmy Butler the 13th best player in the NBA?

Why He's Great: Jimmy Butler has added something to his game every single year. Here's a breakdown: 2011-12: Rookie year, does nothing. 2012-13: Forces his way onto the floor through sheer energy. 2013-14: Becomes a lockdown defender, secures a starting role. 2014-15: Becomes a 20-point scorer

Giannis Antetokounmpo is sitting out EuroBasket 2017, and Greece is livid for some reason

The Greek federation is alleging foul play after Antetokounmpo pulled out due to a knee injury. Against all odds, Giannis Antetokounmpo, an NBA wunderkind, was slated to play with the Greek national basketball team at EuroBasket 2017 this summer. EuroBasket has essentially become an exhibition tournament

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  NBA denies it plotted to keep Giannis Antetokounmpo from European championship event

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  Basket - NBA: Bucks star Antetokounmpo to miss Eurobasket

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LeBron On NY: I Have No Idea What Blake Griffin's Talking About

LeBron James NY Over L.A.? I Have No Idea What Blake Griffin's Talking About 1 8/21/2017 7:04 AM PDT Blake Griffin thinks LeBron James could end up in NYC -- but that's news to LeBron James.  Bron was leaving Coral Tree Cafe in Brentwood on Sunday when we asked about the prediction Griffin made

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  LeBron James to Knicks? Blake Griffin can see it happening

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  Blake Griffin on LeBron James: “I don’t see him coming to L.A.”

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