NBA 2022-23 Preview Part 1: Western Conference

Breaking down the NBA Western Conference ahead of the first week! Where are the teams that missed the playoffs heading into this season? Who is tanking for Wembanyama? How close are the young teams to competing? Have the past contenders like Memphis and Phoenix, missed their windows? How do the injury returns affect the conference? Who finishes first in the West? Are the Warriors the favorites to repeat? Stay tuned for Part 2!