One team that's plowing through any competition whatsoever is the Golden State Warriors, who are now 12-1 with Jimmy Butler in the lineup. It's hard to recall one single player having this much effect on winning and losing this quickly,

The Jimmy Butler-Miami Heat trade hasn't necessarily been mutually beneficial. In fact, it's looking lopsided in Golden State's favor thus far with its recent success and Miami's detriment. The Warriors are 12-2 since acquiring Butler,

As the Golden State Warriors rediscovered their identity, Stephen Curry invoked Jimmy Butler’s presence to send a warning to the rest of the NBA. The NBA is full of surprises, and nothing is ever set in stone.

SportsLine's model simulated the Miami Heat vs. Boston Celtics 10,000 times and revealed its NBA picks for Friday

Given the Celtics allow the seventh fewest points in the paint this season (47), Bam averages 34.5 paint points alone. Given his history against the Celtics and possible injuries, this is a strong play for today. Although the Celtics are elite defensively against centers, they allow just under 19 points to big men.

Analyzing Friday’s Los Angeles Lakers at Denver Nuggets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Lakers are stuck on a three-game losing streak amid the most physically demanding stretch of their schedule and now face the Denver Nuggets to complete a back-to-back.

The Los Angeles Lakers are set for a Friday night showdown with the Denver Nuggets. Here's what you need to know before tip-off in this conference clash.