Raffy Ledesma
The 71st season of the National Basketball Association is just around the corner and will begin on October 25 beginning with a game between the defending champions Cleveland Cavaliers hosting the new-look New York Knicks. This season promises to be more exciting with the formation of a nearly unbeatable super team, the retirement of several Hall-of-Famers, and up and coming youngsters who are ready to take over. Here are the top storylines for the season: