NBA Essentials ranks our six favorite stories of the day.1. OC Register's Lakers Blog: Remember Tim Duncan hitting that three-pointer in the playoffs last season against the Suns? Pau Gasol might be ready to do the same if necessary.
2. AZCentral.com: Steve Nash might miss some time due to a sprained ankle he sustained last night.
3. IndyStar.com: Eddie Jones takes a buyout from the Pacers.
4. Ball Don't Lie: Bobcats season tickets arrive in less than impressive fashion.
5. Sactown Royalty: Shocking video of Ricky Davis loafing on defense. He never does that!
6: Awful Announcing: ESPN is loading up on the analysts, Avery Johnson is the latest.
