Earlier this summer, world traveler Dwyane Wade sat down with The Crossover to discuss his luggage line, his vacation memories, his favorite travel buddy, and more.

The Timberwolves committed to Karl-Anthony Towns with a five-year, $190 million deal at an interesting time for the franchise, completing a no-brainer transaction amidst the tumult of Jimmy Butler trade rumors. 

Kahwi Leonard discussed his potential future in Toronto among many other things during media day Monday.

The Cavs haven't lost yet so Ty Lue says they can still be Eastern Conference favorites.

LeBron James put pressure on Nike and senior designer Jason Petrie to produce with the latest addition to his signature sneaker line. The result is his most personal sneaker yet, an effort that honors black women and features a unique look.

With the NBA season right around the corner, players and coaches are discussing the year ahead at their team's media days. Follow along as The Crossover chronicles the best photos, quotes and moments from around the league.

Anthony Davis will be eligible for a supermax extension after this season.

On Wednesday, it was reported that Jimmy Butler requested a trade from the Timberwolves.

The Timberwolves and center Karl Anthony-Towns reportedly agreed to a five-year, $190 million extension.

Minnesota granted Butler permission to skip the team's start to training camp. 

Kyrie Irving doesn't seem eager to leave Boston anytime soon. 

The Timberwolves owner looks determined to ship Jimmy Butler. 

Jimmy Butler and the Timberwolves have been at odds in recent weeks. And while Minnesota has reportedly rebuffed trade offers, The Crossover's staff still took time to point out his potential landing spots. 

Butler requested a trade from the Timberwolves earlier this week.

Kuzma didn't make the cut for SI's Top 100 NBA players of 2019, but Magic Johnson isn't sad about it. 

LeBron also says championship not only standard for success

How good the Lakers are this year will start with how big a step forward Brandon Ingram takes.

Will he accept qualifying offer later in week?

'It's just brutal'

Winning

Grading the Toronto Raptors' offseason

This time last year, Miami's Goran Dragic was already tired and the season was just getting started.

Shaquille O’Neal is still not Dwight Howard‘s biggest fan. And Shaq still loves the tired “ringzzzz” argument. It all started because Shaq was watching a couple of guys roast Howard on MTV’s Wild N’ Out. Shaq liked it so much he decided to post it to Instagram. Howard took the bait and responded in the comments.

Miami joins the Wizards, Trail Blazers, Nets, Pistons, Bucks, Clippers, Rockets, 76ers, and Cleveland Cavaliers in chasing Butler.

Brand went on to say that he felt like development was also important in this process, citing Markelle Fultz and Dario Saric.

Let the baseless speculation about what will happen with Davis after this season begin.

The cumulative effect could be significant for some teams.

Butler and Irving have been the subject of much discussion lately, with Butler seemingly on his way out in Minnesota.

The list of teams that are interested in scooping up Butler for cheap has grown over the weekend.

The Joakim Noah era with the Knicks is finally, mercifully coming to an end.

Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond said he's been given the "green light" by new coach Dwane Casey to shoot 3-pointers this season.

Kemba Walker said unequivocally Monday that his goal is to continue playing for Michael Jordan's Hornets beyond this season.

Dwight Howard may miss the beginning of Wizards training camp with an ailing back.

All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard, introduced by the Toronto Raptors on Monday, said he wants to concentrate on this season, not his future. He was traded to the Raptors on July 18 by the San Antonio Spurs.

Media day is finally here! We've got you covered across the league with the latest news, buzz and reactions.

Ryan Coogler, who directed "Black Panther," will work with LeBron James to produce the next "Space Jam" movie. Filming is expected to start in 2019.

Five-time All-Star Anthony Davis has signed with Klutch Sports, which represents LeBron James. Davis has two years and $52 million left on his contract with the Pelicans.

Despite the objections of Timberwolves president of basketball operations/coach Tom Thibodeau, owner Glen Taylor has mandated that a deal needs to be negotiated to trade disgruntled All-Star Jimmy Butler in the next several days, sources told ESPN.

What deals -- and which teams -- would make the most sense if Minnesota decides to grant Jimmy Butler's wish to be traded?

As the LeBron 16 drops, we look back at King James' signature line, ranking all 15 previous models.

New FastFit technology allows Nike to ditch the laces on the Air Jordan 33.

Giannis or KD? Steph or LeBron? Here's our forecast for the 10 best players in the NBA this season.

With media days in full swing across the league, and with plenty of new faces in new places, who are the best and worst teams heading into camp?

Here are the guys who could make or break the season for six teams.

Every season, the manager in your league who avoids flops, nabs at least one breakout player and finds value during the draft comes out on top.