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Division Clash in Dallas

The Houston Rockets are focused on improving offensively this season, but it's their trademark defense that has them off to their best start in 11 years. The Dallas Mavericks haven't lost their scoring touch from 2006-07.

On Monday, the division rivals meet for the first time this season in Dallas, where the Mavericks are coming off one of the best shooting games in franchise history.

Shootout in the Desert?

Last season, LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers suffered a humbling sweep in the NBA Finals, while Steve Nash and the Phoenix Suns were eliminated in the conference semifinals by the eventual champions.

This season, James and Nash both have their sights set on winning their respective franchise's first NBA title.

Where's Dwyane?

Miami star Dwyane Wade will be back on the court before long. Judging from their performance so far, the Heat could certainly use him.

Miami will again try for its first win of the season Sunday when it hosts the Charlotte Bobcats.

Home Sweet Home

Zach Randolph still might have to face Kevin Garnett four times every season. Those contests just won't be against the Minnesota Timberwolves anymore.

Randolph, who should get more room to maneuver inside with Garnett now in Boston, leads the New York Knicks as they face Minnesota in their home opener Sunday night.

Off to a Good Start

Kevin Durant already has shown glimpses of a bright future for the Seattle SuperSonics. Too bad the city's fans might not get to see him much longer.

Two days after their owner said he plans to permanently move the franchise out of town, the SuperSonics look for Durant to continue his solid start as they go for their first win of the season Sunday in a matchup with the Los Angeles Clippers.