NBA Pacific Division

The chemistry of the new-look Suns will draw plenty of interest, but here are three other situations to keep an eye on

Some names have changed from SI's preseason picks, but the last team standing remains the same

With its plodding new pickup in surprisingly good shape, fast-breaking Phoenix believes that it can complete its run for a title

The Hornets have created the buzz so far, but there are nine (nine!) high-caliber teams in the Western Conference, and only one will be left standing

Behind the leadership and late-game heroics of LeBron James, the Cavaliers have shaken off a highly disappointing start and jumped into the Eastern title hunt