The NBA also factors regular-season standings into its playoff pool, with an added bonus of $896,293 for the best record among all 30 teams. Players on playoff teams will receive anywhere from $480,715—roughly $32,

The Cavaliers have surged to the league's best record largely due to an improved offense and a consistently staunch defense. John Schuhmann Caris LeVert (left) and Ty Jerome have been key contributors off the bench for the Cavs. The Cleveland Cavaliers, in ...

The Oklahoma City Thunder are battling the San Antonio Spurs for the top spot in the Western Conference. Here is a tracker of the NBA Standings and what to watch for each day of the regular season.

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. San Antonio Spurs Western Conference Final Game 5 betting preview.

Alex Caruso sparked another big effort from the bench and he's a big reason the Oklahoma City Thunder are on the verge of returning to the NBA Finals. New Pelicans coach Jamahl Mosley says his plan for winning in New Orleans includes better defending and getting players accustomed to the tough and honest criticism that he views as necessary to building a winner.