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76ers vs. Raptors: Predictions, schedule, TV channels for 1st Round in 2022 NBA Playoffs
From a key matchup to watch to our TSN staff predictions, here's everything you need to know about the first-round matchup between the 76ers and Raptors.
Scott Rafferty
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How long is Ben Simmons out for Nets? Updated injury timeline, possible return date
Ben Simmons has yet to make his Nets debut and it isn't clear if he'll play at all this season.
Scott Rafferty
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Expert picks and predictions for All-NBA, All-Defensive teams
Members of TSN's staff share which players they would select for each All-NBA and All-Defensive team.
Scott Rafferty
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Warriors' playoff scenarios: Seeding, tiebreakers, standings in Western Conference race
Where will the Warriors end up? Here's a look at their latest odds, plus tiebreakers that could determine their seeding.
Scott Rafferty
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Today’s NBA playoff clinching scenarios: Nets, Hawks battle for important Play-In positioning
Here are the latest clinching scenarios, plus an updated look at the standings in the East and West.
Scott Rafferty
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Lakers eliminated from playoffs: Free agents, contracts, draft picks, roster entering 2022 NBA offseason
After being eliminated from playoff contention, here's a snapshot of where the Lakers stand heading into the offseason.
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Is Lakers' LeBron James playing against the Pelicans?
The Lakers star has missed two straight games with a sprained ankle but will return on Friday against the New Orleans Pelicans
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Is Lakers' Anthony Davis playing tonight against Pelicans?
After being sidelined since Feb. 16, Anthony Davis will return for the Lakers on April 1 against the New Orleans Pelicans.
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Championship DNA: Chris Paul, Devin Booker's clutch dominance separates Suns from other title hopefuls
The crunch-time heroics of Chris Paul and Devin Booker could be the key to the Suns not only making it back to the Finals but winning it all.
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NBA Eastern Conference tiers: Celtics join title contenders while Nets, 76ers, Heat face make-or-break questions
The last time we did this exercise, many were wondering if the Celtics should break up their Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown duo. Safe to say a lot has changed in the months since.
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Nets' Kyrie Irving hints at free agency decision, future with Kevin Durant
Kyrie Irving has appeared in 94 games over the last three seasons with the Nets, posting averages of 27.3 points, 6.0 assists and 4.8 rebounds per contest.
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Leading contenders for NBA Defensive Player of the Year: Breaking down wide open awards race
Like MVP, this season's DPOY race is going to go down to the wire with a number of players deserving recognition.
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Championship DNA: This Bucks' go-to play in the clutch could lead to another NBA Finals
Here's how the Bucks weaponize Jrue Holiday, Khris Middleton and Giannis Antetokounmpo at the same time when it matters most.
Scott Rafferty
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Inside the NBA's obscure loophole Kevin Durant can exploit to win the scoring title
Kevin Durant is operating under different rules than LeBron James, Joel Embiid and Giannis Antetokounmpo, but he could still lead the league in scoring this season.
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Damian Lillard injury update: Will Trail Blazers star return this season?
Lillard was originally scheduled to miss six-to-eight weeks following abdominal surgery. He is now expected to miss the remainder of the season.
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Joel Embiid or Nikola Jokic? Nets star Kevin Durant weighs in on NBA's heated MVP debate
The Nets star was asked about his opinion on the much-discussed MVP race following Brooklyn's win over Portland.
Scott Rafferty
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LeBronto is back: LeBron James vs. Raptors takes a new turn with Lakers
LeBron James has had some of the more memorable moments of his legendary career against the Raptors, but the rivalry has taken a turn lately.
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Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the NBA's most underrated player
The Thunder are still very much in the beginning stages of a rebuild, but they have a star in the making in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
Scott Rafferty
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Nikola Jokic's five most extraordinary assists: Breaking down Nuggets star's preposterous passing highlights
TSN's Scott Rafferty watched all of Nikola Jokic's assists so far this season to pick out the five best. Prepare to be mesmerized.
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These four LeBron James stats from Year 19 prove the Lakers' star is still the king
LeBron James made history by scoring 50 points not once, but twice within the last week.
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NBA community reacts to Spurs' Gregg Popovich breaking all-time coaching wins record
From Pau Gasol to Mark Cuban, the NBA community was quick to congratulate Popovich on making history.
Scott Rafferty
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Four fixes for Warriors' floundering title odds entering crowded Western Conference playoff race
With just 15 games left in the regular season, we asked four of our writers to identify the four biggest problems plaguing the Warriors along with four possible fixes.
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Lakers' Russell Westbrook addresses harassment, 'Westbrick' taunts from fans
Russell Westbrook spoke at length about the criticism both he and his family have faced this season.
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Early returns on 76ers' James Harden-Joel Embiid pairing should scare the rest of the NBA
James Harden and Joel Embiid have now played five games together. The results are better than anyone could've expected.
Scott Rafferty
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By The Numbers: Inside LeBron James' historic 56-point performance in Lakers win over Warriors
LeBron James became the fourth-oldest player in NBA history to score 50 or more points, turning in a historic performance against the Warriors.
Scott Rafferty
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Anthony Davis injury timeline: Will Lakers star return or miss rest of 2021-22 season?
Anthony Davis has been sidelined since Feb. 16, but when will he return to the Lakers lineup?
Scott Rafferty
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Russell Westbrook says he had 'no expectations', still trying to figure out role with Lakers
The Lakers moved to 27-35 on the season in losing to the Clippers on Thursday.
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Championship DNA: Heat defense is built to shut down anyone and everyone
Kyle Lowry, Jimmy Butler, PJ Tucker and Bam Adebayo form a core that no team is going to want to go against in the playoffs.
Scott Rafferty
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Devin Booker enters health and safety protocols: How long will Suns star be out?
The Suns announced that Devin Booker has entered the NBA's health and safety protocols.
Scott Rafferty
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NBA trade grades: Did Pelicans or Trail Blazers win the CJ McCollum swap?
The Pelicans get one of the league's better shooting guards, but what does the trade mean for the Trail Blazers?
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One Play: 76ers' James Harden-Joel Embiid connection doesn't have to be complicated to be unstoppable
TSN's Scott Rafferty breaks down the importance of one particular play from James Harden's debut with the 76ers.
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One Play: Bulls star DeMar DeRozan is playing games with defenders in isolation
TSN's Scott Rafferty breaks down the importance of one particular play from DeMar DeRozan's masterclass against the Hawks.
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Biggest NBA storylines for final stretch of regular season: Will Lakers, Nets get back on track?
With All-Star weekend behind us, our attention shifts focus to the final remaining 20-plus games of the regular season. Will preseason title favorites like the Nets and Lakers turn things around?
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins explains how Draymond Green has helped him grow as a defender
"Even if I'm on the bench and he's in the game, just watching his movement, watching what he does, how he anticipates stuff and just picking his brain," Andrew Wiggins said of Draymond Green.
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Ben Simmons going to be 'massive piece' of Nets' championship puzzle, says Patty Mills
Patty Mills talked about his relationship with Ben Simmons and mentioned that he seems to be in a "good place."
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NBA All-Star 2022: Predicting who will win the 3-Point Contest
Some of the league's best shooters are participating in this year's 3-Point Contest. Which one of them will be crowned champion?
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'It's going to be scary': Nets' Ben Simmons on fit with Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, plus possible return date
Ben Simmons spoke to the media for the first time since being traded from the 76ers to the Nets.
Scott Rafferty
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Vinsanity Scale: Rating Joel Embiid's earth-shattering dunk on Jarrett Allen
Joel Embiid's slam over Jarrett Allen is worthy of dunk of the year consideration.
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What's next for Lakers following quiet trade deadline? Buyout market last hope of upgrading roster
The Lakers were one of only a few teams that didn't make a move at Thursday's trade deadline, leaving them with a lot to figure out between now and the playoffs.
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Latest rumors, news, updates on 2022 NBA trade deadline day
Sporting News will be covering all of the action on deadline day. Follow along right here for the latest news and completed deals.
Scott Rafferty
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How will James Harden fit next to Joel Embiid on 76ers after Ben Simmons trade?
There's no denying that James Harden and Joel Embiid form a dynamic one-two punch, but it won't necessarily be the most seamless fit on either end of the court.
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James Harden, Ben Simmons trade details: Nets, 76ers swap All-Stars in blockbuster deal
The Nets and 76ers have reportedly agreed to a blockbuster deal centered around James Harden and Ben Simmons. Here's everything you need to know about the trade.
Scott Rafferty
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Four NBA trade machine deals that need to happen before Thursday deadline
Ahead of Thursday's highly anticipated trade deadline, our TSN staff share deals they most want to see made.
Scott Rafferty
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Which NBA players have a no-trade clause? Full list of who can veto trades in 2021-22 season
The list includes Brooklyn's Blake Griffin, Milwaukee's Bobby Portis and Atlanta's Lou Williams.
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Why James Harden could suddenly be open to leaving Nets
Not only are the Nets believed to be "open to discussing" a James Harden-for-Ben Simmons deal ahead of the trade deadline, but the nine-time All-Star is said to be "frustrated in general with his Nets tenure."
Scott Rafferty
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NBA unveils Kobe Bryant trophy for All-Star Game MVP
The trophy has "intricate details holding dual meanings, both for NBA All-Star and [Kobe] Bryant's legendary career."
Scott Rafferty
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Latest rumors on Simmons for Beal swap
Bradley Beal is reportedly conflicted about his future with the Wizards, but neither him nor his representatives have "officially asked for him to be moved" in the days leading up to the trade deadline.
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Not even Jokic's teammates can keep up with him
A turnover Nikola Jokic committed in Denver's recent win over Milwaukee is a perfect example of what makes the three-time All-Star unlike anyone else in the NBA. How so? NBA Global's Scott Rafferty explains.
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Using blind resumes to determine worthy East All-Star reserves
To figure out which players most deserve to be an All-Star reserve in the Eastern Conference, TSN's Scott Rafferty compares worthy candidates by removing their identity and using only their stats.
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Full list of rookies, sophomores voted as Rising Stars
The Rising Stars tournament will take place on Friday, Feb. 18 at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland.
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A scary reminder of Giannis' limitless ceiling in one play
Giannis Antetokounmpo is still a dunking machine, but he continues to add to his game in ways that should terrify the rest of the NBA.
Scott Rafferty
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Ben Simmons trade rumors: 76ers' asking price 'too steep' for Kings
An "eager suitor" for Ben Simmons is reportedly moving on with less than two weeks to go before this season's trade deadline.
Scott Rafferty
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One defining stat for each NBA All-Star starter
We now know who will be starting in the 2022 NBA All-Star Game. From LeBron James continuing to defy Father Time to Joel Embiid's much-improved playmaking, here's one stat to know about each starter.
Scott Rafferty
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Lusia Harris, basketball pioneer, dies at 66
Harris made history in 1977 when the New Orleans Jazz selected her in the NBA Draft, making her the only woman to be officially drafted by an NBA team.
Scott Rafferty
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Harden, Irving, Durant make Nets impossible to defend
NBA.com's Scott Rafferty takes a closer look at one possession from Brooklyn's big-time win over Chicago that illustrates the impossible decisions James Harden, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant force teams to make when they're on the court together.
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One key stat driving Morant's leap into stardom
NBA.com's Scott Rafferty takes a closer look at one key stat driving Ja Morant's leap into stardom this season.
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Soundsystem: Time to panic about Nets?
NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty break down the latest topics in the NBA and beyond on the LIVE edition of NBA Soundsystem.
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Early look at All-Star locks, likely reserves, potential snubs
The 2022 NBA All-Star Game is still nearly two months away, but it's becoming clearer which players will make it, which players should make it and which players could end up being snubs.
Scott Rafferty
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Fact or Fiction: Klay's return makes Warriors title favourite
The Warriors already have one of the best records in the NBA without Klay Thompson. With him back, should they now be the consensus favourite to win it all?
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