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HOLLINGER'S FORECAST

What's in store for 2009-10? John Hollinger previews all 30 teams. Insider: East | West

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NBA Today: 11/18

Ryen Russillo shares his thoughts from the couch and talks to John Hollinger about his power rankings and the most surprising teams.

NBA Today: 11/16

Ryen Russillo gets the lowdown on the Stephen Jackson trade with J.A. Adande, who explains how the deal makes sense for the Warriors but not for the Bobcats.

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Tim Legler, NBA

ESPN NBA analyst Tim Legler talks to Mike Greenberg and Mike Golic about Allen Iverson. Is there a team out there that would want the former superstar? Why isn't he comfortable coming off the bench?

Dick Vitale

Hall of Famer Dick Vitale says as an individual act, Allen Iverson was as good as there ever was and always played hard. Unless he can accept a limited role, it's time for him to move on. Vitale also shares his thoughts on the NFL and college basketball.

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