New NBA Season Poised to Defy the Laws of TV Gravity

When its new season tips off Oct. 17, the NBA has ample reason for some optimism regarding seeing its audience numbers go up instead of down. Few experts would disagree that the Warriors are heavy favorites to repeat as champions, which would also mark their third title in four years. The addition of Kevin Durant in 2016 to an already potent lineup led by Stephen Curry makes the Warriors all but unbeatable, so who wants to see a team romp its way to victory once again?