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Pick a C for post-80s dream team

What if you were tasked with building the perfect team, but with the catch that you didn't know the actual identities of the players you were picking from? We took some of the best players from the last three decades, lined up their stats and removed the names. Up next is the centre position.

Scott Rafferty

Pick a SF for post-80s dream team

What if you were tasked with building the perfect team, but with the catch that you didn't know the actual identities of the players you were picking from? We took some of the best players from the last three decades, lined up their stats and removed the names. Up next is the small forward position.

Scott Rafferty

Power Rankings: Best duos in five years

Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid will be the NBA's best duo in five years... right? While there's no denying their talent, plenty of other young star duos seem destined for greatness with the potential to challenge for the top spot.

Kyle Irving

Shaq, Penny and a 'what if' alternate reality

Have you ever played the "what if" game with Shaq and Penny? Have you ever gone year-by-year to see exactly how things could have been different? Welcome to the world where the greatest short-lived duo in NBA history instead stuck together, stayed healthy and prospered side-by-side in the most magical place on Earth.

Micah Adams

The most slept on duos in NBA history

The NBA.com Staff look at the best duos in the NBA we seem to forget about.

NBA.com Staff

Re-watch T-Mac's career-high 62 PT game

Aged 24, Tracy McGrady delivered the best scoring performance of his career, pouring in 62 points in a back-and-forth battle with Gilbert Arenas (40 points) and the Washington Wizards.

Benyam Kidane

#NBATogetherLive: Harden's 60-point triple-double

James Harden served up a historic performance against the Orlando Magic in January, 2018. The Rockets would pick up the win and Harden would finish with the first 60-point triple-double in NBA history.

Kane Pitman

Ranking careers of active No. 1 overall picks

There are currently 13 active former No. 1 overall picks of the NBA Draft. It's a given that LeBron James ranks first, but where do the other 12 former first overall picks fall into place behind him?

Kyle Irving

Which unexpected players could score 70?

Three years ago today, Devin Booker had his historic 70-point game against the Celtics. While players like James Harden, Damian Lillard and Stephen Curry are prime candidates to someday potentially score 70 in a game, Booker's performance was fairly unexpected. Who are some under the radar players that could eclipse the 70-point mark?

Kyle Irving

This Week in NBA History: Clutch Kyrie drops 57 vs. Spurs in 2015

This week in NBA history features Bird and T-Mac going for 60, the best game of Kyrie Irving's career and a celebration of the greatest Celtic of all-time. Relive these iconic moments and more as we take a trip down memory lane!

Yash Matange

How Wednesday's results impact West's race for the 8 seed

Three of the five teams fighting for the No. 8 seed in the Western Conference played on Wednesday. Here's how what happened impacted their chances of making the playoffs.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Wednesday's 9-game slate

The Blazers keep their playoff hopes alive, Bradley Beal drops another 40-point game and the Clippers make it rain from three against the Warriors. We've got you covered with all the action from Wednesday's busy nine-game slate.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Monday's 11-game slate

There was no shortage of action around the NBA, with 11 games on Sunday. Catch up on all the action right here.

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's scores: LeVert's triple-double gives Nets big win

Plenty of action went down on a busy 10-game slate on Saturday. Catch up on all the results, right here!

NBA.com Staff

Thursday's scores: Melo drops 25 PTS in win vs. Wizards

Carmelo Anthony poured in a team-high 25 points to lead the Blazers past the Wizards at home. Catch up on all the results from tonight's games here!

NBA.com Staff

Tuesday's scores: Mills scores 24 PTS, Spurs fall to Pacers

Patty Mills knocked down six 3-pointers on his way to a team-high 24 points for the Spurs in their loss to the Pacers. Catch up on all the day's results below!

NBA.com Staff

Sunday's scores

Trae Young dropped 25 points as Atlanta handled Portland and T.J Warren poured in 30 in a Pacers road win over the Cavs in a busy night around the NBA.

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's action: Clutch D-Rose snaps Pistons losing streak

Saturday's full slate of 10 games did not disappoint as Aaron Gordon recorded his first career triple-double, Zion Williamson made history, the Clippers earned a statement win and a clutch Derrick Rose helped snap the Pistons losing streak.

NBA.com Staff

Magic closing in on No. 7 seed in East

The Magic came up with a major second-half comeback victory in Brooklyn to narrow the gap for the Eastern Conference's No. 7 seed to just 1.5 games with 25 games remaining in the season.

Kyle Irving

Tuesday's scores: Clippers flex muscles vs. Grizzlies

The full-strength Clippers cruised to a 27-point win over the Grizzlies, while James Harden's 37-point night led the Rockets to their fourth-straight win. Catch up on all the day's scores, stats and highlights!

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's games: Zion, Pelicans cruise by Trail Blazers

Zion Williamson scores 20 or more for the seventh straight time as the New Orleans Pelicans sweep the season series against the Portland Trail Blazers with a 128-115 road win.

NBA.com Staff

Doncic, Porzingis dominant in Mavs win

Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis wasted no time finding top form after the All-Star break, combining for 57 points in the Mavericks win on the road in Orlando.

Kane Pitman

Gordon talks favourite Carter dunk and more

Highflyer Aaron Gordon talked about what he has in store for the Saturday Night showcase, his favourite Vince Carter dunk and hints at a potential surprise entry into the Slam Dunk Contest.

Kyle Irving

Thursday's scores: Pacers snap 6-game skid vs. Bucks

One of the biggest games of Thursday's 11-game slate went down in Indiana where the Pacers snapped a 6-game losing streak by defeating a Bucks squad without Giannis Antetokounmpo.

NBA.com Staff

Tuesday's scores: Nuggets come back from 23 down vs. Spurs

In Tuesday's slate of nine games, the Nuggets come from 23 down to hand the Spurs their fifth straight loss while earlier, Spencer Dinwiddie drains a game-winner in Indiana.

NBA.com Staff

Sunday's scores: Hield's 31 helps Kings beat Spurs

Sunday's 9-game slate was headlined by the Milwaukee Bucks picking up their 45th win, Jrue Holiday leading Zion-less Pelicans to win in Indiana and Buddy Hield handing the Spurs their 4th straight loss.

NBA.com Staff

Friday's scores: Lillard powers Blazers past Spurs

We had five games around the Association today, headlined by Bucks and 76ers, followed by the Rockets and Lakers. Catch up on all the action, right here!

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Tuesday's 10-game slate

It was a busy day in the NBA, with 10 games on deck! We've got you covered below with all the scores, stats and highlights!

NBA.com Staff

NBA teams pay tribute to Kobe Bryant

Following the heartbreaking news of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant's death, teams around the league continued to honour his legacy with a variety of tributes.

NBA.com Staff

Recap Thursday's action

Russell Westbrook and James Harden helped the Rockets get over the Nuggets, while LeBron James and Anthony Davis were dominant at Madison Square Garden.

NBA.com Staff

Sunday's scores: CP3 drops 30 in win over POR

Sunday's 11-game slate was packed with action, highlights and more. Take a look at some of the best moments from a busy day around the Association!

NBA.com Staff

Friday's scores: Kawhi powers Clippers past Magic

The Nuggets escaped with a thrilling OT win over the Warriors, while Kawhi Leonard continued his scoring form to lead the Clippers past the Magic. Catch up on all the day's action, right here.

NBA.com Staff

Fultz records triple-double as Magic stun Lakers

Through 41 games, the Lakers have a conference-best record of 33-8 and will now head off for their 5-game Grammy road trip. The Magic, meanwhile, are 20-21 at the midway point of their season - good for the 7th seed in the East.

Yash Matange

Thursday's scores: Pistons stun Celtics in Boston

On a busy 10-game slate on Thursday, the Pistons shocking the Celtics in Boston was among the big headlines of the day.

NBA.com Staff

Tuesday's scores: Lillard, Blazers hold off Hornets

With seven games of NBA action today, there was a host of big-time performances, headlined by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Damian Lillard and LeBron James. Catch up on all the games, right here!

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's scores: Jazz extend winning streak to eight

The Utah Jazz extended their winning streak to eight games with a win over Charlotte, while Spencer Dinwiddie's career-high 14 assists helped Brooklyn snap their seven game losing streak.

NBA.com Staff

Thursday's scores: DeRozan powers Spurs past Celtics

The Spurs picked up a big win on the road, while the Jazz extend their win streak to seven games. Catch up on the best from today's games, right here!

NBA.com Staff

Tuesday's scores: Warren scores 36 in win vs. the Hornets

Plenty of action went down on Tuesday's nine-game slate. Get a glimpse of it all with scores, stats, and highlights.

NBA.com Staff

Fultz's scores career-high, puts Nets away in 4th quarter

Former No. 1 overall pick Markelle Fultz has thrived in Orlando this season and that continued against the Nets, scoring a career-high 25 points while putting Brooklyn away in the fourth quarter.

Kyle Irving

Sunday's scores: Hornets stun Mavs despite Luka triple-double

Luka Doncic recorded a 39-point, 12-rebound, and 10-assist triple-double but the Hornets' backcourt duo of Terry Rozier III and Devonte' Graham combine for 56 points and 21 assists in an overtime win to hand the Mavericks their third loss in the last four games.

NBA.com Staff

Jazz extend win streak to five games

The Jazz caught fire from three, knocking down 16 three-pointers on their way to a 109-96 win over the Orlando Magic.

Benyam Kidane

NBA scores, updates, news, stats and highlights

James Harden and Ben Simmons drop triple-doubles, while Anthony Davis explodes for 46 points on a busy night around the league.

NBA.com Staff

Thursday's scores: Bucks edge Wolves for 4th-straight W

Giannis Antetokounmpo collected his 30th double-double in 33 games this season, while Carmelo Anthony put on a show in his return to MSG. Catch up on all the scores, stats and highlights from today's games, right here!

NBA.com Staff

Magic forward Jonathan Isaac hyperextends left knee

Isaac is enjoying a career year with the Magic, averaging 12.3 points, 7.1 rebounds, 2.5 blocks, 1.6 steals, and 1.4 assists per game.

Yash Matange

#WeirdNBA – Unexpected players lead upsets

The Atlanta Hawks stunned the Magic in Orlando without Trae Young and the Washington Wizards pulled off an upset over the Miami Heat without Bradley Beal. With their biggest stars out, who were the unsung heroes that stepped up to earn unpredictable victories?

Kyle Irving

Tuesday's scores: Booker leads Suns to comeback over Blazers

Devin Booker and Kelly Oubre Jr. combined for 62 points as the Suns used a big fourth quarter to edge the Trail Blazers. Catch up on all the day's scores, stats, news and highlights from today's games, right here.

NBA.com Staff

Sunday's scores: Suns snap 8-game skid

28 of the 30 teams in the NBA were in action on this Sunday with plenty of big matchups giving rise to plenty of storylines.

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's scores: SGA powers OKC to win in Charlotte

With six games on the schedule, there were a number of storylines to follow. We've got you covered with the best from each one.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Tuesday's 11-game slate

With no games on Christmas Day in Australia, there was 11 games of NBA action packed into Tuesday's slate. Catch up on all the results, stats and highlights below.

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's scores: Lillard, McCollum combine for 67 in win

Saturday's action was headlined by the Kristaps Porzingis and the Dallas Mavericks handing the 76ers their third straight loss.

NBA.com Staff

Wednesday's scores: Pelicans snap 13-game losing streak

Nine games on Thursday's were headlined by the Heat handing the 76ers their first home loss of the season. Check out the rest of the results for more.

NBA.com Staff

Mitchell and Bojan combine for 60 in Jazz win

Bogdanovic and Mitchell became the first Jazz duo since Carlos Boozer (34) and Deron Williams (32) in March 2008 to score 30+ points in the same game.

Yash Matange

Wednesday's scores: Clippers cruise past the Suns

Wednesday's action was headlined by the Pacers snapping the Lakers' 14-game road win streak and RJ Barrett's career-high 27 giving the Knicks a blowout win at home vs. the Hawks.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Monday's action

This Sunday's six-game slate was headlined by Nikola Vucevic's return, another solid game from Nikola Jokic in a win and the Lakers earning their 14th-straight road win.

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's scores: Knicks stun Kings in Sacramento

Lot of familiar things happened on Saturday's 9-game slate - James Harden drops 50+ again, LeBron James and the Lakers win on the road again and the 76ers win at home again.

NBA.com Staff

Harden drops 50 — again

Harden followed up his 55-point performance against the Cavaliers with a 54-point outburst against the Magic. He's now averaging 39.3 points per game on the season.

Scott Rafferty

How NBA legends have performed on Christmas

No one has played more Christmas Day games than Kobe Bryant. No one has rebounded better on the holiday than Bill Russell. How have other NBA legends performed on Christmas?

Kyle Irving

LeBron's triple-double keeps Lakers rolling

LeBron James continues to defy Father Time going for a 25-point, 11-rebound, 10-assist triple-double to lead the Lakers to their fifth-consecutive win and their 12th-straight road victory.

Kyle Irving

Thursday's scores: Bucks make it 16-straight wins

With 11 games around the Association, it was a busy day in the NBA, headlined by Kawhi Leonard's return to Toronto. Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from today's games.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Tuesday's nine-game slate

With nine games of NBA action we had plenty of big performances, headlined by Paul George and Giannis Antetokounmpo. Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from today's games below.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Saturday's ten-game schedule

The Boston Celtics remain undefeated at home, Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks send an emphatic message and the LA Lakers keep rolling.

NBA.com Staff

Recap Thursday's 10-game Schedule

The Lakers and Bucks improved on their NBA best record, while the Celtics remained undefeated at home in a battle of the East's contenders.

NBA.com Staff

Wednesday's scores: Clippers cruise past Blazers

A busy seven-game slate around the Association produced plenty of big-time performances, headlined by Montrezl Harrell, Luka Doncic and Lonnie Walker IV. Catch up on all the scores, stats, highlights and top performers from today's games.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Monday's scores, stats and highlights

Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from today's busy nine-game slate in the NBA.

NBA.com Staff

Powell records career high, Raps win sixth straight

In a game where the Raptors shot just 36.9% from the field, Norman Powell was a driving force as he scored a career-high 33 points to lead the team to a scrappy seven-point win.

Gilbert McGregor

A full recap from Saturday's 13-game slate

It was another busy night in the NBA, with a massive 13 games on the schedule. Luka Doncic and Trae Young dazzled, while the Lakers continued their early season dominance.

NBA.com Staff

Thursday's NBA scores, updates, news, stats and highlights

The day before Thanksgiving delivered a 14-game slate of NBA action, headlined by Anthony Davis' monster night in his return to New Orleans.

NBA.com Staff

Tuesday's scores: Dinwiddie's game-winner gives Nets' 4th straight win

An action packed Tuesday saw the Bucks and Lakers win their eighth straight while the shorthanded Raptors edged the 76ers in a rematch of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

NBA.com Staff

Sunday's scores: Spurs snap 8-game losing streak

Giannis and the Bucks win their seventh straight while Carmelo Anthony and the Blazers slip to their fourth straight loss on a 10-game slate on Sunday

NBA.com Staff

Sunday's scores: Spurs snap 8-game losing streak

Giannis and the Bucks win their seventh straight while Carmelo Anthony and the Blazers slip to their fourth straight loss on a 10-game slate on Sunday

NBA.com Staff

Report: Vucevic (ankle) out four weeks

Vucevic suffered a right ankle injury in Orlando's loss to the Raptors. The one-time All-Star is averaging 17.1 points and 11.6 rebounds on the season.

Scott Rafferty

Which players should you add in fantasy basketball?

We're one month into the NBA season and there have been a number of injuries and depth chart changes that have affected projections since your fantasy basketball draft. Take a look at five players to add or watch on the waiver wire in your league!

Kyle Irving

Recap of Thursday's busy 11-game slate

A busy 11-game slate served up plenty of big performances across the NBA, headlined by Giannis Antetokounmpo, Luka Doncic, Bradley Beal and Lou Williams. Catch up on all the results, stats, highlights and top performers from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Raptors stay perfect at home with win over Magic

The Raptors advanced to 10-2 on the season and a perfect 6-0 at home as Fred VanVleet and their second unit led the way to a controlling win over the Magic.

Kyle Irving

Monday's scores: Murray drops 39 pts, Fultz enjoys career night

It was a busy Monday across six games in the NBA, headlined by Jamal Murray's 39 points in three quarters, while Markelle Fultz recorded a career-high for the Magic and the Kings ended the Celtics' win streak at 10 games. We've got you covered with all the scores, highlights, news and stats from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's scores: Malik Monk nails game-winning 3 vs. Pistons

Kemba Walker leads the Celtics to their 10-straight win, while James Harden and Bradley Beal both score 44 points in their team's wins. Catch up on all the day's scores, highlights and top performers, right here.

NBA.com Staff

Kemba scores 25, Celtics win 9th straight

Plenty of NBA action on Thursday, headlined by James Harden's 47 points in a win over the Clippers and the Celtics winning a league-best 9th straight game.

NBA.com Staff

Magic use big 4th quarter to beat Embiid-less 76ers

The Orlando Magic outscored the Philadelphia 76ers 32-15 in the fourth quarter to seal a 112-97 win at home.

Benyam Kidane

Monday's scores: Blazers edge Hawks in OT

Nikola Jokic hit another game-winning jumper, the Raptors bring the Lakers' win streak to an end, while the Blazers escape in OT against the Hawks. If you missed any of the action, we have you covered with all the scores, stats and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Follow live: 22 NBA teams in action

Saturday's 11-game action includes game-winners, 50+ point games, career-highs and an OT thriller.

NBA.com Staff

Thursday's action: Stars shine bright

Giannis Antetokounmpo, James Harden and Luka Doncic were among the biggest standouts during a full slate of NBA action Wednesday.

NBA.com Staff

Wednesday's scores: Murray leads Nuggets past Heat

There were only six games on Wednesday's slate but there was no shortage of big performances, headlined by LeBron James, Gordon Hayward and Trae Young.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Sunday's action

In a Conference Finals rematch, the Bucks beat the Raptors and the 76ers remained the only undefeated team in the league in a thriller in Portland.

NBA.com Staff

Antetokounmpo finds groove as Bucks blow out Magic

Giannis Antetokounmpo leads balanced Milwaukee Bucks to dominant road win in Orlando.

Kane Pitman

Follow live: Eight games of NBA action

James Harden and the Rockets vs. Kyrie Irving and the Nets. LeBron James and the Lakers versus Luka Doncic and the Mavericks. You won't want to miss these headliners in today's NBA action.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Thursday's games

It was another busy day in the NBA with 11 games, meaning 22 teams were in action. We have you covered with the best of the best from the day.

NBA.com Staff

Ranking the best centres in the NBA

Is Joel Embiid or Nikola Jokic at No. 1? Did Al Horford crack the top 5? Who just missed out? Our NBA.com Staff ranks the best centres in the NBA entering the 2019-20 season.

Scott Rafferty

Recap of Tuesday's NBA action

Today's 11-game slate saw plenty of impressive performances, headlined by big scoring nights from Joel Embiid and James Harden, while the Warriors and Knicks pick up their first wins of the season.

NBA.com Staff

DeRozan, Young hit clutch last-second shots to win

Trae Young had another massive game which was capped off by a dagger 3-pointer in the final seconds to defeat the Magic. DeMar DeRozan attacked the lane with the game on the line, finishing at the rim to pick up a win over the Wizards.

Kyle Irving

Recap of Sunday's action

Opening week continued with Sunday's 10-game slate, including home openers for the Bucks, Hawks, Knicks, Cavaliers and Bulls.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Opening Day for 22 teams

22 teams tipped-off their season on Thursday. If you missed any of the action right, we had you covered here with one-stop shopping for box scores, play-by-play, updates, stats and highlights.

NBA.com Staff

How did stars fare in their debuts?

A busy offseason of superstar movement means a number of highly-anticipated debuts to open the regular season. From Irving's 50 piece to Kristaps Porzingis' impressive showing, we've got you covered with the best of the best debuts.

Gilbert McGregor

League Pass: Notable debuts to watch

Ahead of the first full gameday of NBA action, take a look at a guide for the debuts to check out exclusively on League Pass.

Gilbert McGregor

Fultz focused on giving back after hosting first-ever basketball camp

Markelle Fultz returned to DeMatha Catholic High School in the off-season to inspire the next generation of kids at his basketball camp.

Benyam Kidane

Who will win Most Improved Player this season?

There are a number of strong candidates, from Lonzo Ball and Bam Adebayo to Jonathan Isaac and Zach Collins.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Friday's preseason action

Get the latest scores, highlights and results from Friday's preseason action.

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Making the case for teams to win the East

The Bucks and 76ers are the heavy favourites to win the Eastern Conference, but do any other teams have a chance? Of course they do. How can each contender in the East make a push to the NBA Finals?

Kyle Irving

Fultz shows promise in preseason debut

In 17 minutes of action, Fultz was a team-best plus-30 in the box score and showed flashes of what he can contribute to the Magic this upcoming season.

Gilbert McGregor

How much can the Magic improve?

The Magic didn't make any significant changes to their roster this offseason, but they still have a number of young players primed to breakout in Aaron Gordon, Jonathan Isaac, Mo Bamba and Markelle Fultz, plus one-time All-Star Nikola Vucevic. Can they build off of last season or are they destined for another first-round exit?

Scott Rafferty

NBA Jam superlatives

For NBA Jam week, we take a look at which of today's duos would be best suited to dominate the classic video game, from LeBron and Anthony Davis to Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr.

K Irving and Gil...

Biggest X-factors in the East

The Eastern Conference is expected to be a three-team race between the Bucks, 76ers and Celtics next season, but there are a number of other talented teams. If these players can step up, they'll take their squad to the next level.

Kyle Irving

Drafting the best all-time Magic team

We held a snake-style draft that included every player and coach who has represented the Magic since the franchise's debut season. Was Shaquille O'Neal the No. 1 pick? Was Tracy McGrady or Penny Hardaway drafted first? Where did Dwight Howard land? Here are the results.

NBA.com Staff

Gordon wants to face LaVine, Zion in dunk contest

Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon hinted that a rematch of the classic 2016 Slam Dunk Contest could be on the cards in Chicago next year.

Benyam Kidane

Magic's Gordon says Fultz is a 'monster'

Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon is confident Markelle Fultz can bounce back and become an impact player for them next season.

Benyam Kidane

Divisional Rankings: Can the Heat dethrone the Magic?

Although it wasn't the prettiest of races, the fight for the Southeast Division went down to the last few games of the season in 2018-19. Will the Magic still run the division, or will Jimmy Butler and the Heat take over?

Kyle Irving

Report: Humphries set to join Orlando Magic

After playing with the Los Angeles Clippers in Summer League, Aussie big man Isaac Humphries is set to join the Orlando Magic.

Benyam Kidane

Vegas Summer League Day 3 recap

The NBA Summer League action continued on Day 3 in Las Vegas with plenty of highlights. We've got you covered with a full recap of the day.

Benyam Kidane

Report: Vucevic to re-sign with Magic

The Magic's centre earned All-Star honours after averaging 20.8 points, 12.0 rebounds and 3.8 assists in the 2018-19 season.

Gilbert McGregor

Biggest lessons learned from 1st Round

Are the Warriors in trouble? How does Russell Westbrook bounce back next season? Is Damian Lillard gearing up for a Cinderella run? Which team holds the upper hand in the East? Our Global NBA.com staff breaks down the biggest lessons we learned from a thrilling 1st Round.

NBA.com Staff

Raptors, 76ers, Nuggets, Blazers win Game 5's

We have four Game 5s on tap as the Raptors, 76ers and Trail Blazers all try and close out their respective series at home while the Nuggets and Spurs fight for an edge in their series

NBA.com Staff

Clifford: 'This is by far the best team they've had during this stretch'

The Raptors defeated the Magic in Game 5 to take the series 4-1. Magic head coach Steve Clifford had nothing but praise for Toronto in his post-game press conference stating, 'this is by far the best team they've had during this stretch.'

Kyle Irving

Takeaways from Raptors' series-clinching win over Magic

The Raptors have defeated the Magic in Game 5, winning four consecutive games after dropping Game 1 at home. This marks the first time in franchise history that the Raptors have won a seven-game series in less than six games

K Irving and Gil...

Key questions for Wednesday's Game 5s

The Raptors, 76ers and Trail Blazers can close out series wins while the Nuggets or Spurs look to take a 3-2 series lead. In NBA history, the Game 5 winner of a series tied 2-2 has gone on to win the series 90 percent of the time.

Micah Adams

Perkins: 'Kawhi reminds me of Michael Jordan'

He may not be Michael Jordan, but Kawhi Leonard is doing plenty of Michael Jordan-type things for the Raptors, according to former NBA big man Kendrick Perkins.

Benyam Kidane

Another hot start for Playoff Kawhi

No player in NBA history has more postseasons shooting 50% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc than Kawhi Leonard who is doing it yet again. Leonard's hot start is yet another indication that he's among the most consistent elite postseason scorers of all-time.

Micah Adams

Player of the Day: Kawhi Leonard

Kawhi Leonard bounced back from a rough Game 3 with 34 points in Game 4 of Toronto's first-round series with Orlando.

Scott Rafferty

NBA Playoffs 2019: Complete first round schedule - TV times, channel, streaming options

The NBA Playoffs begin Sunday, April 14 with a full slate of four games. Check below for times and dates of the entire first round.

NBA.com Staff

Siakam: 'We want to finish it at the house'

Up 3-1, the Raptors will have an opportunity to close their first-round series with the Orlando Magic in Toronto on Tuesday.

Scott Rafferty

Takeaways from Game 4 of Raptors-Magic

The Raptors now lead 3-1 in their first-round series with the Magic, with an opportunity to close it out in Toronto on Wednesday.

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Celtics, Warriors, Raptors, Blazers secure Game 4 wins

Four games on tap for today's NBA action. Follow all the scores and highlights live here.

NBA.com Staff

What to watch for in Monday's Game 4's

The Celtics will go for the sweep of the Pacers while the Clippers, Magic and Thunder will all look to even their series at two games apiece

Kyle Irving

Kawhi Leonard didn't practice ahead of Game 3 due to an illness

Leonard struggled in Game 3, missing 14 of his 19 shot attempts and committing a playoff career-high six turnovers.

Scott Rafferty

Highlights from Day 7 of the NBA playoffs

If you missed any action from the night, check below for quarter-by-quarter updates from Game 3 of Magic vs. Raptors, Pacers vs. Celtics and Thunder vs. Blazers.

NBA.com Staff

Takeaways from a hard-fought Game 3

Pascal Siakam led the way for the Raptors in Game 3 with 30 points and 11 rebounds. The last Raptor to put up those numbers in a playoff game? Chris Bosh in 2008.

S Rafferty and K...

Five key things to watch for in Saturday's Game 3s

Heading into Saturday's games, OKC and the Pacers both have plenty of work to do, while the Toronto Raptors head to Orlando looking to go up 2-1 against the Magic.

Benyam Kidane

Global Debate: Which higher seed should be most concerned?

We've reached Game 3 in each first round series of the 2019 NBA playoffs, and there's already been a fair share of surprises. Who should be sweating the most?

N Global Staff

Player of the Day: Kawhi Leonard

Kawhi Leonard has claimed Player of the Day honours after leading the Raptors over the Magic and edging out Jamal Murray, Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum.

James McKern

Siakam on Lowry: 'He had that fire in his eyes'

Kyle Lowry bounced back from his Game 1 performance with 22 points and seven assists in Game 2 to lead the Raptors to their largest playoff victory in franchise history

Kyle Irving

Takeaways: Raptors earn largest playoff win in franchise history

The Raptors used massive performances from their two All-Stars Kawhi Leonard and Kyle Lowry to come away with a 29-point victory, the largest playoff win in franchise history

K Irving and Gil...

Raptors and Nuggets level series, Blazers go 2-0 up

We have three big Game 2's on deck as the Raptors and Nuggets look to avenge their Game 1 home losses and the Thunder look to get their first win of the series

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What to watch for in Wednesday's Game 2's

The Raptors and Nuggets will try and avenge their Game 1 loss at home while the Trail Blazers will look to defend their home court and take a 2-0 lead in the series

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DeRozan, Spurs upset the Nuggets in Denver

Two games down, two games to go on opening day of the 2019 NBA Playoffs. Follow along for live updates from each game.

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Player of the Night: Stephen Curry

Stephen Curry edges DJ Augustin, Caris LeVert and the Nets' bench and Jimmy Butler for our first NBA Playoffs 'Player of the Night' honour

Kyle Irving

Lowry thinks he could've been more aggressive in Game 1

Kyle Lowry struggled in Game 1 on Sunday and thinks he could've been more aggressive this season.

Carlan Gay

Five takeaways from the Magic's thrilling Game 1 win

The Orlando Magic came away with the Game 1 upset win on Sunday. Game 2 goes Wednesday in Toronto at 10:00 a.m. AEDT.

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NBA playoffs - Spurs edge Nuggets in a thriller

The NBA playoffs are underway, with four huge games kicking things off. Follow along for all your live scores, highlights and updates throughout the day.

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Breaking down first round NBA Playoff matchups

With the NBA Playoff bracket finalized and the first round matchups set, our NBA.com staff breaks down which storyline we're most looking forward to, which matchup we're most excited to see and which teams could pull off a first round upset

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The NBA playoff field is set!

The Eastern Conference Playoff bracket is officially set! Take a look at the four matchups ahead of NBA Playoff action getting underway this weekend

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Thursday's action: Nowitzki puts on a show in the final game of his NBA career

On the final night of the 2018-19 NBA season 22 teams will be in action and a number of playoff spots will be up for grabs. Follow along throughout the night for final scores and highlights from all 11 games.

NBA.com Staff

What's at stake on the final day of the regular season

The 2018-19 NBA season will end tonight with the NBA Playoffs set to begin on April 13. Here's what's on the line entering the final night of the regular season.

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East Playoff Picture: Nets & Magic clinch, Celtics earn home court advantage

The Heat suffered a devastating loss to the Raptors, the Hornets came up clutch in Detroit and the Nets and Magic clinched a playoff spot – take a look at how the East Playoff Picture begins to take shape

Kyle Irving

Monday's action: Hornets best Pistons in crucial game

All but two teams are in action on a busy day around the NBA. With plenty of high-intensity games with playoff implications, follow along for all the results and highlights

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Aussie Roundup: Ingles, Mills & Baynes pick up big wins as playoff race heats up

On a busy night in the NBA we had eight Aussies in action, with plenty of games with big playoff implications

Benyam Kidane

Saturday's results alter East playoff picture

The Hornets, Magic and Celtics all picked up huge wins on Saturday while the Pistons and Heat dropped close contests

Kyle Irving

Saturday's action: Caruso shines for Lakers

There's a jam-packed slate this Saturday with 13 games, headlined by a handful of Eastern Conference games barring playoff implications

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How Wednesday's results impact East playoff picture

Six games on Thursday's busy schedule had an impact on seven teams present in the East's ever-changing playoff picture. Take a look at how it all breaks down.

Gilbert McGregor

Thursday's action: Ingles ties career-high in win over Suns

There were 12 game on deck today, headlined by the Miami Heat hosting the Boston Celtics. Catch up on all the day's scores and highlights from each game.

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Tuesday's action: Kemba Walker's 47 points falls short in Utah

There was nine games of NBA action on deck, headlined by Dwyane Wade's final contest in Boston.

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Takeaways from Raptors division-clinching win

Led by 29 points from Danny Green, Raptors advanced to 55-23 on the season with a win over the Orlando Magic, clinching the Atlantic Division for the second straight year.

Gilbert McGregor

Friday's action: Manu's jersey retirement

A big day in the NBA on Friday with an eight-game slate that includes Manu Ginobili's jersey retirement in San Antonio, the final meeting between Dwyane Wade and Dirk Nowitzki, and a Western Conference showdown between the Houston Rockets and Denver Nuggets.

NBA.com Staff

Taking a closer look at 76ers potential playoff opponents

The 76ers have the No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference all but locked up with eight games remaining in the season. Who are their potential first round playoff opponents?

Kyle Irving

Vucevic stars as Magic jump Heat in East standings

The Orlando Magic registered their longest win streak in eight years, as they rise to the eighth seed in the East with a key win over state rivals - the Miami Heat.

Yash Matange

Trae Young leads Hawks over Pelicans with 33 points and 12 assists

With a full 10-game schedule on deck, follow along below for box scores, results and highlights from a full slate of action.

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WATCH: Heat retire Bosh's jersey

Chris Bosh was named an All-Star each season he was with the Miami Heat and won back-to-back championships.

Scott Rafferty

Heat to retire Bosh's No. 1

The Miami Heat will retire Chris Bosh's No. 1 jersey in a special ceremony on Wednesday. Bosh made the All-Star team in each of his six seasons with the Heat.

Gilbert McGregor

Magic boost playoff hopes with big win over 76ers

The Orlando Magic move to within half a game of the eight seed, beating the Philadelphia 76ers 119-98, winning their fifth game in a row.

Benyam Kidane

NBA playoff picture: Lakers eliminated from playoff contention

Lakers' elimination from the 2019 playoffs was among the biggest news from Saturday's slate of games.

Yash Matange

Saturday's action: Giannis scores 27 points in Bucks win over Heat

There are seven games to look forward to on Saturday, headlined by D'Angelo Russell returning to Los Angeles to take on his former team. Follow along for updated scores and highlights for each game.

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Thursday's action: Blazers beat Mavs

A full slate of NBA games is headlined by two matchups between top teams in the NBA. The 76ers host the Celtics and the Thunder host the Raptors.

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Paul heats up from three to lead Rockets past Timberwolves

With eight games around the Association, there was no shortage of action headlined by the 76ers win over the Bucks and LeBron James making his Madison Square Garden debut as a member of the Lakers. Follow along for updated scores and highlights.

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Friday's action: Jokic buzzer beater sinks Mavs

There are six NBA games to look forward to on Thursday, headlined by the Raptors hosting the Lakers. Follow along for scores and highlights from each game.

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Will Dwyane Wade get one last run at the playoffs?

There are six NBA games to look forward to on Thursday, headlined by the Rockets hosting the Warriors. Follow along for scores and highlights from each game.

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Monday's action: Booker scores 37 points as Suns stun Warriors

With nine games on the NBA slate today, we've got plenty of matchups with playoff implications. Follow all the live scores and top highlights, right here.

NBA.com Staff

How Miami's big win over Charlotte impacts playoff picture

The Heat now have sole control of the East's final playoff spot, but with over a month remaining in the regular season, the shuffling in the Eastern Conference has only just begun.

Gilbert McGregor

Towns erupts for 41 points in Timberwolves' win over Thunder

With six games on the NBA schedule today, there was no shortage of action, headlined by the Rockets' thrilling win over the Raptors and the Celtics' big win on the road against the Warriors. Catch up on all the day's scores and highlights, right here.

NBA.com Staff

Redick's hot shooting night, Simmons' double-double lead 76ers past Magic

The Orlando Magic's playoff hopes take another hit, going down 114-106 to the Philadelphia 76ers, their second loss in a row.

Benyam Kidane

NBA scores and highlights: Dellavedova impresses off the bench in Cavs' win over Magic

With eight games on the NBA slate, we've got plenty of NBA action with playoff implications. Follow along here for all your live scores and top highlights right here.

NBA.com Staff

How Sunday's results impact playoff picture

The Los Angeles Lakers hurt their odds of making the playoffs in a big way with an ugly loss to the Phoenix Suns.

Scott Rafferty

Sunday's NBA scores and highlights

There are seven games of NBA action with some of the top teams and players on display, highlighted by a matchup between the Warriors and 76ers.

NBA.com Staff

Analyzing Toronto's potential playoff opponents

As the season winds down, let's take a closer look at how Toronto matches up with a few of the teams it could meet in the first round.

Gilbert McGregor

Friday's action: Magic hand Warriors 2nd straight loss

Keep up with all the biggest highlights and stories from six-game night in the NBA.

NBA.com Staff

Mitchell Robinson hosts MSG block party as Knicks edge Magic

Just three games on the NBA schedule today, headlined by the Raptors's big win over the Celtics and the Nuggets edging the Thunder in a thriller. Catch up on all the day's scores and highlights here.

NBA.com Staff

4 takeaways from Raptors' home loss to Magic

In a trap game of sorts, the Toronto Raptors fell to the Orlando Magic 113-98. They now shift their focus to the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night.

Kyle Irving

NBA WRAP: Magic, Knicks and Nuggets all pick up wins

Just three games on the slate on Monday, headlined by a Western Conference showdown between the Clippers and the Nuggets, plus the Spurs's clash against the Knicks.

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's action: Markkanen leads Bulls over Magic

There is nine games of NBA action today headlined by DeMar DeRozan's return to Toronto and a rematch from last year's playoffs between Utah Jazz and Oklahoma City Thunder

NBA.com Staff

Friday's action: Knicks snap losing streak

Only three games on deck on Friday ahead of the All-Star Weekend. Follow along here for all your box scores, play-by-play and top highlights.

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NBA score and highlights: LeBron's triple-double can't overcome Atlanta Hawks

We've got five games on deck on Wednesday, headlined by an Eastern Conference showdown between the 76ers and Celtics. Follow along here for all your box scores, play-by-play and top highlights.

NBA scores and highlights: Bagley III scores career-high 32 points in win over Suns

We had five games on deck on Monday, headlined by LeBron James and the Lakers visiting Ben Simmons and the Philadelphia 76ers. Catch up on all the results, play-by-play and top highlights, right here..

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's action: Harden vs. Westbrook

Rockets vs. Thunder headlines a busy Sunday of NBA action. Follow along for box scores, play-by-plays and highlights.

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NBA scores and highlights: McCollum pours in 30 points as Blazers hold off Spurs at home

Today's schedule featured six games, a number of marquee matchups and storylines to follow – we've got you covered with box scores and highlights from each one.

NBA.com Staff

NBA Trade Deadline: 76ers trade Markelle Fultz to Orlando Magic

Markelle Fultz is heading to Orlando according to reports in exchange for draft picks and Jonathan Simmons.

Carlan Gay

NBA scores and highlights: Harris scores 34 points, hits game-winner vs. Hornets

Wednesday's slate features eight games and a number of storylines to follow. Follow along throughout the day for box scores and the best highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Bamba out with stress fracture in left tibia

The rookie centre is averaging 6.2 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.4 blocks through the first 47 games of his career.

Gilbert McGregor

Mo Bamba to miss 'significant time' with stress fracture in left leg

The rookie centre is averaging 6.2 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.4 blocks through the first 47 games of his career.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA scores & highlights: Harden's streak continues after scoring 43 points in win over Jazz

It was a 12-game slate that was packed with NBA action. If you missed any of Sunday's games, we had you covered with box scores and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

NBA scores and highlights: Bucks defeat Raptors in top of the table clash

With six games around the NBA on Friday, catch up here on all the scores, highlights and top performers of the day.

NBA.com Staff

George scores 37 points, Schroder takes over late as Thunder beat Magic for sixth-straight win

Russell Westbrook also recorded his 17th triple-double of the season as the Oklahoma City Thunder roared home to beat the Orlando Magic 126-117.

Benyam Kidane

NBA scores and highlights: Rudy Gay's game-winner lifts San Antonio Spurs past Phoenix Suns

With seven games around the Association, there's plenty to keep an eye on today. Follow along here live for all your scores, highlights and top performers of the day.

NBA.com Staff

NBA scores and highlights: Clippers win streak alive after beating Kings

Today's slate features nine games, a number of must-see match ups and major storylines. Follow along below for scores, highlights and stats from throughout the way.

NBA.com Staff

NBA scores and highlights: Ingles, Mitchell catch fire from three as Jazz edge Nuggets

Today's slate of action featured 10 games and plenty of must-see action. Catch up on the best from the day, right here!

NBA.com Staff

NBA scores and highlights on Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Klay drops 44, hits 10 straight threes

With 11 games around the Association today, catch up on all the scores highlights and top performers from each game.

NBA.com Staff

NBA scores and highlights: Murray, Jokic combine as Nuggets overpower Cavs

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.

NBA.com Staff

Nets' D'Angelo Russell ices Magic with late triple, drops 40 points in comeback win

The Brooklyn Nets make it three wins in a row, thanks to some late game heroics from D'Angelo Russell.

Benyam Kidane

NBA scores and highlights: Lillard scores 24 points as Blazers beat Pelicans

With seven games of NBA action we have you covered with box scores, play-by-plays and all the best highlights from around the Association.

NBA.com Staff

NBA scores and highlights: Jazz win fifth-straight, while Warriors light up from three vs Pelicans

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!

NBA.com Staff

Orlando Magic's fourth-quarter surges sees them run over the top of the Rockets

James Harden continued his offensive outburst, but it was the Orlando Magic who flew home to make it back-to-back victories.

James McKern

NBA scores and highlights: Giannis, Bucks bounce back against Hawks

There are plenty of storylines to follow throughout today's seven-game slate. Check below for must-see highlights, scores and updates.

NBA.com Staff

NBA Scores and highlights: Suns pull off upset win over Nuggets

There are plenty of storylines to follow throughout today's eight-game slate. Check below for must-see highlights, scores and updates.

NBA.com Staff

NBA scores and highlights: Anthony Davis does it all in Pelicans win over Cleveland

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.

NBA.com Staff

Tobias Harris leads Clippers comeback victory at home over Orlando Magic

The Los Angeles Clippers struggled to get going early, but a dominant display from Tobias Harris lifted them up and over the Magic.

James McKern

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