Last season, Leonard ranked fourth in total midrange attempts (325) and shot 42.8% on those shots, according to ESPN Stats and Information. Leonard has shot 45% from midrange for his career. Paul George shot 37.2% from midrange on 164 attempts last season.

After the Clippers blew a 3-1 series lead and were stunned by the Denver Nuggets in the second round of the playoffs, Leonard said the Clippers had to improve their basketball IQ. Team owner Steve Ballmer opted to replace Rivers with Lue to improve in-game strategy and chemistry.

The Jets might have to turn their sights to another quarterback in the draft or stick with incumbent Sam Darnold, who passed for 207 yards and a touchdown in his most efficient performance of the campaign. He did it against the NFL's top-ranked defense.

For these two Timberwolves who have developed a kinship, it has been important for them to use their NBA platforms even when it’s been most uncomfortable this year.Atlanta Hawks

The Rockets won’t enter 2021 on the NBA’s top shelf. But if Harden stays put, Wood can help turn them into a dark horse title contender. If Harden is traded, Houston already has an integral building block in place to kickstart the rebuild. But until either scenario becomes reality, it’s not hard to picture Wood making life easier for everyone on the roster. The Rockets also suddenly have incoming first-round picks to bolster their chances in the short term, via the trade market.Indiana Pacers

So stay tuned for more rollercoaster rides today and in the coming days. This shortened offseason has been a wild ride already but it feels like there’s more drama left to play out."

Advocates for criminal justice reform have long maintained that high fees on phone calls are barriers to inmates remaining in touch with their outside support systems. Strong family relationships can often help lower recidivism rates, according to the 2015 report compiled by a collection of nonprofits.Sacramento Kings

Coaches must wear business attire, such as dress shirts, polo shirts, pants, socks and shoes, sources told ESPN. The NBA will also disallow sweatpants and jogging pants, sources said.Washington Wizards