Philadelphia 76ers Last season: 47-35, lost to New York in first round COACH: Nick Nurse (2nd season with 76ers; 7th overall, 274-198) SEASON OPENER: Oct. 23 vs. Milwaukee DEPARTURES: F Nicolas Batum, C Mo Bamba, G Buddy Hield, G...
Los Angeles Clippers Last season: 51-31, lost to Dallas in the first round of the playoffs. COACH: Tyronn Lue (5th season with Clippers, 9th season overall, 312-217). SEASON OPENER: Oct. 23 vs. Phoenix. DEPARTURES: G/F Paul George, G...