The Raptors' 2-1 week wasn't enough to keep the top spot, but they didn't fall very far.
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James Harden and Wilt Chamberlain are now the only players in NBA history to score 30-plus points in 19 straight games.
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James Harden has scored 40 or more points in four of his last five games – he'll look to stay hot tonight when the Rockets host the Lakers today. What has Harden rocked into the arena each time he's scored 40-plus this season?
Sunday's busy slate featured 10 games with a number of marquee matchups. If you missed any of the action, we've got you covered with all the scores, stats and top highlights from the day.
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The 6-foot-8 forward was used sparingly in Brooklyn, appearing in just 12 games this season, averaging 5.1 points and 3.7 rebounds in 9.8 minutes per game. With Clint Capela out for up to six weeks (thumb), Faried immediately provides much-needed frontcourt depth.
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The numbers suggest this could just be the deepest crop of legitimate MVP-worthy candidates ever. The MVP race is about far more than just James Harden and Giannis Antetokounmpo.
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Ben Simmons remains in fourth place amongst the East guards and Steve Adams has over 1 million votes in the latest All-Star return.
James Harden continues to make his MVP case, with another high-scoring outburst in today's loss to the Brooklyn Nets.
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There is eight games of NBA action on tap for Thursday's slate and we have you covered with scores and highlights for all of it!
Reigning MVP James Harden wrote his name into the NBA record books by extending his streak of 30+ point games to 17 as the Rockets toppled the Grizzlies.
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There's six games of NBA action headlined by Tony Parker's first return to San Antonio
The 24-year-old is averaging 17.6 points and 12.6 rebounds in 42 games for the Rockets this season.
James Harden continued his offensive outburst, but it was the Orlando Magic who flew home to make it back-to-back victories.
There are plenty of storylines to follow throughout today's seven-game slate. Check below for must-see highlights, scores and updates.
DeMar DeRozan will make his highly anticipated return to Toronto in the second half of the 2018-19 season.
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The Houston Rockets exploded in the opening term and never looked back as James Harden did as he pleased against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Keep up with the nine games on Saturday's schedule below.
Giannis Antetokounmpo and James Harden continue to be the frontrunners for MVP, but Kawhi Leonard is back in the conversation after dropping out of the top five in last week's rankings.
With 10 games of NBA action and some of the best teams on display, we had you covered on a one-stop-shop with everything that went on in the Association on Thursday.
James Harden scored a game-high 42 points, but Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks to an impressive with over the Rockets with 27 points and 21 rebounds.
James Harden dropped dimes (and Jamal Murray), Clint Capela dunked his way to a season high and P.J. Tucker lit it up from downtown.
The Lakers used a second-half comeback against the Mavericks to snap their three-game losing streak. They are now 2-5 since LeBron James' injury on Christmas Day
There were eight NBA games on Sunday, with some of the league's top teams and talent on display.
Our NBA.com staff weighed in with our updated MVP ballots. The result? Lots of movement inside the top five.
James Harden has been scoring like Michael Jordan, shooting 3-pointers like Stephen Curry and getting triple-doubles like Russell Westbrook. Here are five stats you need to know about the reigning MVP's hot stretch.
James Harden continues his recent red-hot form with another monster performance for the Houston Rockets.
Follow along here for all the biggest storylines, highlights and performers from Friday's three-game slate in the NBA.
Seven games in the NBA to open the 2018 calendar. Spurs host the Celtics and the Suns look to upset the Warriors.
The Houston Rockets have won 10 of their last 11 games thanks to James Harden's record breaking performances
The 2018 NBA calendar year did not disappoint, providing plenty of headlines, massive performances, trade rumours, off-court drama and more. Relive the best of the year, here!
Where did the Lakers fall to without LeBron James? How much of a leap did the Rockets take?
For the third consecutive game, the league's reigning MVP scored over 40 points in a Rockets win.
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Sunday's nine game slate features plenty of action across the league. Check back for updates throughout the day.
The reigning MVP continues to carry Houston as he scored 45 points in the win over the Celtics. Over his last eight games, Harden is averaging over 40 points per game and reminding the whole basketball world that nobody should sleep on the Rockets.
Five games are on Friday's slate with plenty of stars in action. James Harden and Kyrie Irving will go head-to-head in Houston while the Warriors look to get back on track at home against Damian Lillard and the Portland Trail Blazers.
James Harden dropped 41 points and Clint Capela finished with 16 points and a Rockets franchise high 23 rebounds in Houston's 113-109 win over the Thunder.
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With five blockbuster games on deck for Boxing Day, there's plenty of NBA action to keep you entertained!
The Thunder/Rockets matchup has a lot more to offer than you might initially think.
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With so many teams bundled together and fighting for position in the West, who will emerge as this season's primary rivals to the Golden State Warriors?
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Lakers at Warriors headlines a strong five-game Christmas slate that features the reigning MVP, Finals MVP, Defencive Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year.
NBA Christmas Day includes five matchups featuring five Aussies, with the day headlined by the blockbuster between LeBron James and the Lakers and the Golden State Warriors.
The Denver Nuggets held on to the spot spot while James Harden has powered the Houston Rockets into the top 10. Meanwhile, the Mavericks and Heat make big moves in opposite directions.
With no games on Christmas Eve, Santa's naughty and nice list is set in stone. Which NBA players will be swimming in presents and who will be left with coal?
Can the Knicks keep Giannis Antetokounmpo out of the paint? How will the Celtics defend Joel Embiid? Will LeBron James torch the Warriors from deep?
All-Star voting begins on Christmas Day. Our NBA.com experts weigh in on who they would pick for starters in the Western Conference.
In 29 games with the Wizards this season, Rivers averaged 7.2 points, 2.4 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game in just over 23 minutes of action.
Back on the winners list, the Rockets bounced back thanks to the late game heroics of their reigning MVP James Harden.
With seven games of NBA action, look no further than here for the box score, play-by-play and more from each game around the Association.
With the likes of LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, James Harden and Giannis Antetokounmpo playing this Christmas, will any of them have a scoring performance big enough to get them in the top five?
Chris Paul is expected to return from a left hamstring injury sometime in January.
The Clippers and Mavs went down to the wire, while the Heat snapped the Rockets' five-game win streak.
Behind a big night from Josh Richardson, Miami held on to win its third straight despite a furious fourth-quarter rally from James Harden and the visitors.
Chris Paul left today's game in the second quarter after straining his left hamstring against the Miami Heat.
The Rockets are currently riding a 5-game win streak. Will the Miami Heat snap their momentum?
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To celebrate the holidays, we've got a special offer for NBA fans.
With 12 games of NBA action, look no further than here for the box score, play-by-play and more from each game around the Association
The Rockets knocked down an NBA-record 26 3-pointers on Thursday and recorded their fifth consecutive win.
James Harden led the Rockets' to their fourth-straight win, Devin Booker has the Suns rolling and Stephen Curry reached the 15,000-point milestone
This is Harden's 19th time being named Player of the Week while it's Young's second, his first since 2014
Sunday's action was headlined by LeBron James and Lonzo Ball doing something we haven't seen in almost 40 years
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James Harden wrote his name into the record books, as the Spurs resurgence continued and a legend of the game made his return.
Harden now has the most 50-point triple-doubles in NBA history after recording number four in a win over the Lakers.
Doncic leads a Mavericks comeback, the Celtics hand the Bulls their worst loss in franchise history and Dwyane Wade plays his 1000th career regular season game
Boston, Utah and Portland all picked up big wins on Friday's three-game slate.
Where will the next chapter of Carmelo Anthony's career be?
The Rockets take on the Jazz at 2:30pm AEDT on ESPN and NBA League Pass. Will either of these teams turn their season around and qualify for the playoffs?
The Utah Jazz have suffered a big drop off defensively and it's making the rest of their game a whole lot tougher.
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Curry, Durant and Thompson combine for 85 points, Nikola Jokic posts triple-double in win over Raptors, while Lou Williams wins it for the high-flying Clippers.
The Detroit Pistons spoiled Steph Curry's return, while Gordon Hayward looked back to his best for the Celtics in their win over the Timberwolves.
Markkanen has missed the first 23 games of the 2018-19 season after suffering a sprained elbow during training camp.
A hero was needed and a rookie delivered for the Grizzlies, while the Celtics and Rockets showed they're just fine.
The Philadelphia 76ers showed just how scary they can, while in the West a star rookie shone bright and the Wolves blew an opponent away.
The Rockets dropped their 3rd straight game despite 54 and 13 from James Harden, the Pacers beat the Jazz in Utah by 33 while KD and Klay gave the Warriors' their straight win.
James Harden tallied his fifth 50-point, 10-assist game in Tuesday's loss versus the Wizards, the most in NBA history
Thompson's game-winner and KD's 44 give Warriors another win, Sexton knocks off the Rockets and the Bucks close out a huge fourth quarter effort.
With 14 games on today, there's plenty of action to keep up with in the NBA.
Two of the most dominant big men battled it out in Philly, Toronto stayed atop the East thanks to Kyle Lowry and Kemba Walker continued his hot streak.
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Iverson says his former teammate just needs the right situation to be able to maximise his skills.
Kemba Walker piled on the points with a franchise-record 60 points in a loss to Philly, while the Lakers and Warriors both came up short on the road.
The Nuggets have gotten the season off to a better start, but the Rockets pushed the Warriors to seven games in the Western Conference Finals last season.
The Houston Rockets showed they're still a legitimate contender in the West, as the Nuggets snapped a losing streak and the Clippers held on late.
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Rockets GM Daryl Morey announced Friday that Carmelo Anthony's time with the team has come to an end.
Draymond Green spoke to reporters on Friday ahead of the Warriors' game against the Rockets.
The injury-depleted Cavs get their second win, James Harden and the Rockets re-discover their offence, while Atlanta pushed Golden State to the final buzzer.
Rockets' guard Chris Paul says that there's no ceiling in sight for Canadian Jamal Murray.
Harden goes for 40, the Bucks get another impressive road win and the Lakers win their third straight.
Carmelo Anthony and the Rockets have gotten off to a slow start this season, sitting at 5-7.
The Clippers and Grizzlies picked up OT wins, the Thunder had their win streak snapped and the Lakers are back to .500
The Rockets (4-6) did not lose their sixth game until Dec. 22 last season. What's going on in Houston?
Houston's 98-80 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday has them sitting 12th in the Western Conference standings.
Kyrie Irving electrified the Phoenix Suns as the Celtics rallied late, the Bucks ventured into the Bay Area and stunned the Warriors.
Carmelo Anthony's shift to a role in the second unit is one he's still coming to grips with, but is willing to do "whatever the team needs".
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In OKC's win over the New Orleans Pelicans Monday, Westbrook exited the game late in the third quarter with a sprained left ankle. Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Michael George weighs in on the diagnosis.
Catch up on all the day's NBA action, right here!
Houston currently sit 21st in Defensive Rating and 28th in opponent points in the paint allowed.
Joel Embiid vs. Andre Drummond, Victor Oladipo's game-winner, Trae Young's big night and more
Carmelo Anthony ignited the Rockets with a throwback performance, while in Washington the Wizards' woes have deepened.
The Rockets dropped their fourth straight game and fell to 1-5 this season when they were topped 104-85 by the Trail Blazers Wednesday.
Just six games into the season, the Houston Rockets are sitting at the bottom of the Western Conference standings.
Kyrie Irving put in his best performance of the season, OKC found a new gear against the Clippers, while the Rockets' offensive headaches continue. Catch up on all the day's NBA action, right here!
James Harden may be sidelined longer than expected with a hamstring injury.
Tom Thibodeau wants to receive players in the trade who can help the team reach the playoffs this season, according to a report from ESPN.
Three teams entered undefeated and kept their records intact, while Kevin Durant put on a show at Madison Square Garden.
Houston is reportedly offering as much as four future first-round picks.
The Rockets will re-evaluate Harden before the team's road trip next week
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Steph Curry put on a show against the Wizards, while Giannis made history against the 76ers. Catch up on all the days highlights, scores, news and results, right here.
The Rockets' point guard says the injury is 'nothing serious' and will be reevaluated Friday (AEDT).
Rondo denies spitting on Paul in Sunday's fight which drew a three-game suspension.
The Spurs shot 38 free throws compared to the Lakers' 26 in their overtime thriller on Tuesday.
Ingram gets four games, Rondo to miss three games, while Paul will be out two games
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Rajon Rondo, Chris Paul and Brandon Ingram were ejected after an altercation on Sunday.
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This changes things.
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Three players were ejected after punches were thrown at STAPLES Center.
LeBron James and the Lakers take on last season's No. 1 seed in the Western Conference.
Lamar visited the team as part of their "Genius Series," and provided the team with some extra motivation.
Can Melo adjust to become a sixth man?
Catch up on all the days action from the second day of the NBA season.
There are 11 games on tap for the second night of the NBA season.
The Boston Celtics, Toronto Raptors, Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets enter the 2018-19 season with the best chances to make the NBA Finals.
Through over 50 simulations of the 2018-19 regular season, Toronto and Golden State prove to be the class of the league.
Dennis Schröder and Terry Rozier both have a compelling case.
Will it be Brad Stevens, Quin Snyder or someone else?
With the start of the regular season just around the corner, these are the major lessons we learned from the NBA preseason.
LeBron James, Vince Carter, Dirk Nowitzki, Russell Westbrook, Chris Paul and Stephen Curry are set to break a number of milestones in 2018-19.
Will it be LeBron James, Kawhi Leonard or someone else?
Paul George went off against the Bucks in the first half and the Rockets took an insane amount of 3-pointers.
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James Harden and Jimmer Fredette had a duel in Houston, while Paul George went crazy in one half.
Storylines to watch in Monday's NBA pre-season action.
LeBron James and Dirk Nowitzki are poised to pass Wilt Chamberlain on NBA's all-time scoring list.
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It's only pre-season, but Chris Paul's assist game is already in mid-season form.
From Carmelo Anthony's debut with the Rockets to LeBron's first game at STAPLES Center, here's what to watch on Wednesday.
LeBron James has taken the Lakers to a whole new level and his teammates are feeling it in practice already.
A couple of standouts lead the way for where all eyes will be when camps get underway.
As the season draws closer, we cast our eye over which player will have the brightest spotlight over their head.
Will this be the year the Rockets finally take out the Golden State Warriors?
Bzdelik is largely credited as the architect of the Rockets' stifling defence.
Mike Conley Jr., Kyrie Irving and other key names expected to be back in action soon.
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Is it Joel Embiid, Rudy Gobert, Anthony Davis or someone else?
If not, who is?
Anthony struggled with the Thunder last season, but the way the Rockets play might suit him better.
From Dallas' Dennis Smith Jr. to Utah's Donovan Mitchell, these are the players you should keep an eye on in 2018-19.
From the Rockets extending Clint Capela's contract to the Grizzlies drafting Jaren Jackson Jr.
Houston has agreed to trade Ryan Anderson and De'Anthony Melton to Phoenix for Marquese Chriss and Brandon Knight.
Lowry struggled so much as a shooter coming into the NBA that he was compared to Rajon Rondo on draft night.
Anthony agreed to a deal with Houston in mid-August after he received a buyout from the Hawks.
The Houston Rockets superstar celebrated his 29th birthday on Aug. 26, 2018.
Carmelo Anthony agreed to a deal with the Rockets earlier this month after he received a buyout from the Hawks.
With Chris Paul, LeBron James and Paul George reportedly off the board, where will the other free agents this offseason?
Will the loss of Trevor Ariza and Luc Mbah a Moute be too much to overcome, or will the additions of Carmelo Anthony and James Ennis allow them to duplicate last season's success?
Five very important unanswered questions that will determine the 2018-19 NBA landscape.
James, who already has won four MVP awards, finished second in voting last season as Rockets guard James Harden took home his first.
Anthony, who agreed to a deal with Houston on Monday, clashed with D’Antoni when the pair was with the Knicks.
LeBron James' highly anticipated return to Cleveland won't take place until the second month of the 2018-19 NBA season.
While some familiar names reign at the top, a few playoff teams suffer significant drops.
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Every team's benchmark has been set ahead of the upcoming 2018/19 NBA season, with a familiar name sitting atop the standings.
Smith averaged 8.3 points and 2.9 rebounds in 80 games for Cleveland in 2017-18.
Anthony is expected to join Chris Paul and James Harden on the Rockets now that he is an unrestricted free agent.
LeBron James told ESPN he thought long and hard about joining the young Philadelphia 76ers and championship caliber Houston Rockets.
Anthony is expected to join Chris Paul and James Harden on the Rockets once he becomes an unrestricted free agent.
Houston have made significant changes to their roster this offseason and Rockets head coach Mike D'Antoni has faith in his team.
The Rockets are making a smart bet on Capela being their center of the future.
The Pacers signing Tyreke Evans is a popular answer.
The 10-time All-Star is reportedly set to join the Rockets on a one-year, $2.4 million deal.
Nothing gets fans of NBA more excited than a player hitting a match-winning buzzer beater to seal a close contest.
The 10-time All-Star is expected to receive a one-year, $2.4 million deal from Houston.
Anthony reportedly was traded Thursday from the Thunder to the Hawks, but he is expected to be waived and become a free agent.
As for the Thunder, the trade gives them financial relief and another playmaker in Dennis Schröder.
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Carmelo Anthony reportedly was traded from the Thunder to the Hawks on Friday (AEST), but it doesn't appear the star forward will be in Atlanta for long.
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Michael Beasley and Jamal Crawford are two of the best unrestricted free agents still on the market.
Ennis will replace Trevor Ariza and Luc Mbah a Moute in Mike D'Antoni's system.
After parting ways with Bryan Colangelo last month, the Philadelphia 76ers are currently looking to find a new General Manager.
Capela reportedly turned down a five-year, $85 million contract offer from Houston last week.
Where will Chris Paul, LeBron James and Paul George sign as free agents this offseason?
The Rockets, Lakers and Heat have emerged as suitors with Carmelo Anthony suddenly available, but those teams should be asking a few questions before offering any deal.
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Plenty of Aussies were in action Summer League in Las Vegas today. Here's a full recap of the day's action.
Anthony has reportedly waived his no-trade clause to help facilitate deal
With top free agents like LeBron James, Paul George and DeMarcus Cousins off the market, who's left for NBA teams looking to fill out incomplete rosters?
The Rockets reportedly offered Capela a four-year, $60 million deal, but he wants more.
Mbah A Moute reportedly agreed to a one-year contract with the Clippers on Tuesday.
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Anthony, a 10-time All-Star, and the Thunder reportedly agreed to part ways last week.
Anthony is expected to sign with a championship contender on a veteran-minimum contract if he becomes a free agent this off-season.
Seven Aussies are taking part in Las Vegas Summer League action, catch up with how they fared on the opening day.
Top NBA stars like LeBron James, Paul George, Chris Paul and Kevin Durant are off the market. Less than one week into free agency, it’s already time to pick winners and losers.
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From Isaiah Thomas to Dwyane Wade, here are the five best unrestricted free agents still on the market.
In his first Summer League outing for the Houston Rockets, Deng Adel only saw two minutes of court time, but the Aussie is relishing the learning experience in Vegas.
With a host of Aussie players involved in Las Vegas Summer League, here's all the information you need to watch them in action.
Trevor Ariza was rumoured to be looking for a contract in the $50 to $60 million range, but it would appear he isn't getting that.
In very unsurprising news Chris Paul will re-sign with the Rockets.
Green averaged 12.1 points and 3.2 rebounds in 41 appearances for the Rockets last season.
The “Summer of LeBron” is on.
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Depth, fortunes for many teams could be shaped by these players.
Irving believes James Harden deserved to win MVP but thinks James earned consideration for the honor as well.
From Marcus Smart to Paul George, here are the best defenders available in free agency this offseason.
From JJ Redick to Paul George, here are the best shooters available in free agency this offseason.
For players not selected in the draft, the focus shifts to joining summer league rosters and signing two-way contracts in pursuit of their NBA dreams.
