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Report: Bulls eyeing Raptors GM for executive position

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Bulls have began searching for a new candidate to run their basketball operations, beginning with Raptors GM Bobby Webster and Nuggets GM Arturas Karnisovas.

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Gasol's shot that saved Raptors championship run

In all of the madness that was Toronto's first NBA championship run in franchise history, certain key plays were lost in the commotion. Without this shot from Marc Gasol, the Raptors may have fallen short of their goal again.

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Ranking 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?

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DeRozan, Siakam talk Raptors title

DeMar DeRozan and Pascal Siakam took to Instagram Live to catch up, covering a couple of different topics, including the Raptors championship last season.

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'Team Vince' takes the 2K Raptors Title

In an all weekend edition of our Poll of the Day, we're pinning two all-time Raptors teams against each other in an NBA 2K20 simulation. The simulation will be best 2-out-of-3. Which team are you taking, Team Vince or Team Kawhi?

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DeRozan on Lowry: 'He's the best Raptor of all-time'

DeMar DeRozan took to Instagram Live with Nate Robinson to fill some time during the NBA's hiatus. In covering a number of topics, DeRozan called Kyle Lowry the "best Raptor of all-time."

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Ranking top plays from Raptors-76ers playoff series

The Eastern Conference Semifinals series between the Raptors and 76ers will always be remembered by Kawhi Leonard's Game 7 game-winner, but what about the other highlights and clutch plays throughout the playoff battle? Relive some of the best moments from the historic series.

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Today's virtual action: VanVleet shines vs. Lakers

With the regular season suspended until further notice, you still have to get your NBA fix in somehow, right? We're here to help solve that vacancy in your life, giving you a day-by-day NBA 2K20 simulation of the actual NBA schedule. We'll keep it humming right along - stats, standings and top performances from now through the end of the originally scheduled regular season.

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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?

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What's next for Kyrie?

Turning 28 years old today, Kyrie Irving has had a rollercoaster NBA career. He's been a beloved young star in Cleveland as LeBron James' right-hand man, hit one of the biggest shots in NBA history, requested a trade, made waves in Boston, and has now teamed up with Kevin Durant to build a Superteam. What's next for the six-time All-Star and NBA champion?

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Today's virtual action: Pelicans losing playoff hope

With the regular season suspended until further notice, you still have to get your NBA fix in somehow, right? We're here to help solve that vacancy in your life, giving you a day-by-day NBA 2K20 simulation of the actual NBA schedule. We'll keep it humming right along - stats, standings and top performances from now through the end of the originally scheduled regular season.

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What was said about Lowry's Game 1?

To kick off the 2019 NBA Playoffs, Kyle Lowry's Game 1 woes continued when the All-Star guard failed to record a single point in the Raptors' stunning home loss to the Magic. What were people saying about Lowry following the loss?

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Draft profile: Potential No. 1 pick Anthony Edwards

Georgia standout freshman Anthony Edwards has declared for the 2020 NBA Draft. The combo guard is projected to be a top-five pick in the draft, with some mock drafts having the 18-year-old going as high as No. 1 overall. So who is Edwards and what will he bring to his future NBA team?

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Today's virtual action: Tatum handles Raptors

With the regular season suspended until further notice, you still have to get your NBA fix in somehow, right? We're here to help solve that vacancy in your life, giving you a day-by-day NBA 2K20 simulation of the actual NBA schedule. We'll keep it humming right along - stats, standings and top performances from now through the end of the originally scheduled regular season.

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Today's virtual action: Lillard shines, 76ers don't

With the regular season suspended until further notice, you still have to get your NBA fix in somehow, right? We're here to help solve that vacancy in your life, giving you a day-by-day NBA 2K20 simulation of the actual NBA schedule. We'll keep it humming right along - stats, standings and top performances from now through the end of the originally scheduled regular season.

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Ibaka, Wiggins dominate virtual action

With the regular season suspended until further notice, you still have to get your NBA fix in somehow, right? We're here to help solve that vacancy in your life, giving you a day-by-day NBA 2K20 simulation of the actual NBA schedule. We'll keep it humming right along - stats, standings and top performances from now through the end of the originally scheduled regular season.

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Ranking the weirdest fits in NBA history

With news that Tom Brady is leaving the only NFL team he's known, we ranked the weirdest star departures in NBA history.

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A simulated serving of the NBA schedule

With the regular season suspended until further notice, you still have to get your NBA fix in somehow, right? We're here to help solve that vacancy in your life, giving you a day-by-day NBA 2K20 simulation of the actual NBA schedule. We'll keep it humming right along - stats, standings and top performances from now through the end of the originally scheduled regular season.

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Monday's NBA games simulated on 2K

With the regular season suspended until further notice, you still have to get your NBA fix in somehow, right? We're here to help solve that vacancy in your life, giving you a day-by-day NBA 2K20 simulation of the actual NBA schedule. We'll keep it humming right along - stats, standings and top performances from now through the end of the originally scheduled regular season.

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Durant's film room: MJ, Kobe, LeBron, Melo and CP3

NBA players are trying to occupy their time while the league is suspended and Nets star Kevin Durant appears to be using his time to watch film on all-time greats like Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony and Chris Paul.

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Steph Curry's 10 career-defining moments

Happy 32nd birthday to the three-time NBA Champion, two-time MVP and arguably the greatest shooter of all-time!

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Mavericks owner Cuban addresses season suspension

The Mavericks were in action against the Nuggets when the news hit that the 2019-20 NBA season would be suspended due to COVID-19. After the game, Dallas owner Mark Cuban shared his thoughts on the matter.

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Race for No. 2 seed: How Celtics week impacts the Raptors

The Celtics have two big matchups ahead of them in a four-game week that could heavily impact the race for the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference.

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Takeaways from Raptors five-game West Coast road trip

The Raptors closed their road trip strong with a close win over the Jazz behind big performances from Pascal Siakam, Kyle Lowry and Serge Ibaka. They finished their West Coast stint with a strong record of 4-1.

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Powell suffers ankle injury vs. Jazz

Reigning Eastern Conference Player of the Week Norman Powell did not return against the Jazz after turning his ankle in the first quarter.

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Curry praises Raptors prior to his return

Stephen Curry is set to return tonight for the first time since Oct. 30 after suffering a broken hand. Ahead of his first game back, he had nothing but high praise for the defending champion Raptors.

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Predicting the top 10 players in five years

Who will be the NBA's top players five years from now? Will it be Zion or Luka? Will Giannis Antetokounmpo still reign supreme? What about Jayson Tatum, Trae Young or Ja Morant? We gazed into the crystal ball to see which of those stars will become the next faces of the NBA.

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How Warriors should handle return of Curry

As Stephen Curry nears his return for the Golden State Warriors, we take a closer look at what to expect from the two-time MVP. Curry's reputation for getting the most out of teammates could have a profound impact on Andrew Wiggins and how they mesh will provide insight into how the Warriors plan on bouncing back in 2020-21.

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Three things we learned in a gutsy road win over Suns

The Raptors put an end to their three-game losing skid behind a bounce-back game from Pascal Siakam, a burst of energy off the bench from Chris Boucher and another strong defensive performance from OG Anunoby.

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Predicting the top 10 players in five years

Who will be the NBA's top players five years from now? Will it be Zion or Luka? Will Giannis Antetokounmpo still reign supreme? What about Jayson Tatum, Trae Young or Ja Morant? We gazed into the crystal ball to see which of those stars will become the next faces of the NBA.

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The arrival of Jayson Tatum

Since he exploded onto the scene as a rookie in an impressive playoff run that came up one win short of an NBA Finals appearance, Jayson Tatum has captured the public eye as one of the most promising young talents in the NBA. After earning his first All-Star bid, the now 22-year-old forward has forced everyone to reconsider his ceiling. Tatum isn't just suited for stardom, he's ready to become one of the best players in the league and the face of one of the NBA's most historic franchises.

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Barrett ties career-high to snap Rockets win streak

RJ Barrett tied his career-high with 27 points to lead the Knicks in snapping the Rockets six-game win streak at Madison Square Garden.

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How far did the Raptors fall?

The Rockets are rewarded for their six-game win streak while the Raptors take a slide following a winless week. A team drops out of the top-10 while a new team re-enters the league's elite group.

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Takeaways: Rockets edge Celtics in OT thriller

The Rockets nearly let this contest slip away when an insane 3-pointer from Marcus Smart, followed by a miracle 3-ball from Jaylen Brown sent the game into overtime. Russell Westbrook and Houston prevailed in OT to pick up their sixth-consecutive win.

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Race for 8th in West: Zion, Pelicans creeping up on Grizzlies

The Kings picked up a huge win over the Grizzlies to stay in the playoff hunt, while Memphis' continues to lose its grip on the No. 8 seed. The Pelicans also picked up a key win, pulling within just two games of the West's final playoff spot.

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The highly anticipated first matchup between long-time superstar LeBron James and rookie phenom Zion Williamson did not disappoint. The four-time MVP dropped a season-high 40 points as the Lakers improved to 18-0 in games he scores at least 30. Williamson meanwhile remains on a historic roll as his nine straight 20-point games is the most by a teenager since Carmelo Anthony in 2004. In case you missed the high-flying affair, here's a look back at their best plays from a spectacular showdown.

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Eight thoughts: Bucks outmuscle Raptors in 2nd half

The Raptors caught fire early from downtown, but couldn't keep the Bucks at bay who rallied before taking over with tough interior defence down the stretch. Only three teams in NBA history have reached 50 wins quicker than the Bucks who improve to 50-8 and are now 8-0 on the second night of back-to-backs.

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Clarke (quad) out for two weeks minimum

The Grizzlies frontcourt gets even thinner as the team reports that rookie forward Brandon Clarke will be re-evaluated in two weeks with a right quadriceps injury. In Memphis' loss to the LA Clippers, Clarke left early in the first quarter.

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Report: Curry to return Sunday

Stephen Curry will return to the floor on Sunday against the Wizards for the first time since Oct. 30, The Athletic's Shams Charania reports.

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Beal's career-high ends up on wrong side of history

Bradley Beal has been on a tear all season long but continues to come up short. From team results to All-Star voting, he can't catch a break. For the second-consecutive night, the Wizards star dropped a career-high in scoring in a losing effort as the Wizards fell to the Bucks.

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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.

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Did the Raptors pass Tatum and Celtics?

The Bucks remain comfortably on top with teams like the Lakers, Raptors, Celtics and Rockets jockeying for position inside the top-five. Did the Lakers hold on to their No. 2 spot? How far did the Clippers fall after a bad loss?

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Preview: Raptors vs. Pacers

After having their 15-game win streak snapped just before the All-Star break, the Raptors bounced back with a strong win over the Suns in their first game back. Can they pick up another win in against a team they could see in the first round of the playoffs in the Pacers?

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Curry still eyeing March 1 return

Warriors star guard Stephen Curry was fully cleared for contact for the first time today, participating in the team's scrimmage at full speed. Following practice, he told the media he's still eyeing a March 1 return date.

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League Pass: Can Trae go for 50 again?

Luka Doncic and Trae Young will be associated with one another throughout their entire careers after being swapped on draft night in 2018. The two young stars have managed to live up to the hype thus far, but unfortunately, we won't get to see them go head-to-head during their breakout season. Doncic is listed as OUT for this contest, but can Young still wow the crowd and go for 50 again?

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Nurse currently winningest coach in NBA history

With the Raptors win over the Suns on Friday, head coach Nick Nurse currently stands as the winningest coach in NBA history with a record of 99-39 (.717), passing Steve Kerr and Phil Jackson.

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Seven thoughts: Siakam dominates to lead Raptors over Suns

Phoenix made a late push at the end of the third quarter leading into the fourth quarter, but the Raptors were able to fend off a fiesty push behind a dominating performance from All-Star forward Pascal Siakam.

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Report: Morris to sign with Lakers

Markieff Morris reached a buyout agreement with the Pistons and it was reported the Lakers were the frontrunner to sign the veteran forward. In the latest update, The Athletic's Shams Charania announced Morris plans to sign with the Lakers.

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Irving to miss rest of season

Nets confirm star guard Kyrie Irving will miss the remainder of the season following a shoulder procedure, according to The Athletic's Shams Charania. Irving played just 20 games with Brooklyn so far this season.

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Simmons picks five toughest players to guard

We asked Ben Simmons to select his five toughest players to guard in the NBA. Here's what the Defensive Player of the Year candidate had to say along with how he's fared in the head-to-head matchups.

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Siakam talks guarding Kawhi, new ASG format

Raptors forward Pascal Siakam talked about his first All-Star Game experience, how he enjoyed the new format and what it was like to guard his former teammate Kawhi Leonard in his post-game media availability.

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The best of Kobe in the All-Star Game

All-Star Weekend was always Kobe Bryant's time to shine and that won't change in 2020 with a number of tributes dedicated to the late legend. In honouring Kobe, take a look at some of the most memorable moments and records the Mamba still holds at the All-Star Game.

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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.

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SGA, NAW living out a dream as Rising Stars teammates

Canadian cousins Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nickeil Alexander-Walker are making a dream come true when they team up for the first time since high school at All-Star weekend's Rising Stars game.

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Seven thoughts: Nets snap 15-game win streak

The Raptors suffered their first loss since Jan. 12 as the Nets snapped Toronto's historic 15-game win streak. Serge Ibaka came to play and Kyle Lowry notched a triple-double but the Raptors couldn't get their offence going to keep the win streak alive heading into the All-Star break.

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Doncic shines in first game back

Luka Doncic missed the Mavericks' last seven games with an ankle injury but you wouldn't have been able to tell in his first game back. The MVP candidate picked up right where he left off to lead Dallas to victory, but how did the Mavericks do during his time away and who stepped up?

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Raptors continue surge towards top

While no one was able to dethrone the Bucks from their top spot, teams like the Raptors and Nuggets are patiently awaiting their chance to take over the No. 1 ranking. The Celtics are creeping up and a new team enters the top 10.

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Trae joins LeBron, KD in NBA history

Trae Young exploded for 48 points and 13 assists to lead the Hawks to a double-overtime win over the Knicks. With this outburst, he surpassed Michael Jordan in the NBA history books while joining the likes of LeBron James and Kevin Durant.

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8 thoughts: Raptors keep streak alive in a nail-biter

The Nets fought their way back into the game late in the fourth quarter behind a career-high 37 points from Caris LeVert, but the Raptors were able to close out strong to win their 14th consecutive game. They have defeated the Nets in Toronto 10 times in a row.

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Can Rockets make small-ball work?

The Rockets often played with small lineups on the court already, but after trading starting centre Clint Capela to the Hawks at the trade deadline, they've made a full-time commitment to small-ball. They were put to the test right away against the Lakers and passed, but how did their new strategy work?

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Nine thoughts: Raptors extend streak with hard-fought road win over Pacers

The Raptors have extended their franchise-best win streak to 13 games with a tough road win over the Pacers. They have now won 10-consecutive games on the road behind a strong performance from Serge Ibaka and undrafted rookie Terence Davis in this contest.

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Lowry passes Carter on Raptors all-time scoring list

All-Star guard Kyle Lowry continues to climb up the Raptors all-time charts, passing the great Vince Carter for the third-most points in franchise history.

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Simmons and Embiid continue to work on coexisting

All-Star guard Ben Simmons had the 76ers playing at a high level in All-Star centre Joel Embiid's absence. Since returning to the lineup, Embiid has experimented with operating away from the basket to give Simmons space to work with, but it hasn't exactly panned out for either of the two superstars or the team, as Philly has dropped four straight games.

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Report: Cavaliers acquire Drummond

The Cavaliers have acquired Andre Drummond from the Pistons for Brandon Knight, John Henson and a second-round pick, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski and The Ringer's Kevin O'Connor reports.

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The race for the No. 2 seed in the East

The Eastern Conference has become a race for the No. 2 seed as the Bucks are beginning to run away with the best record in the NBA. The second seed is important because it means avoiding Milwaukee until the last possible moment in the playoffs. All five teams fighting for that highly coveted spot have overcome doubts assigned to them this offseason. Now one of them will have to emerge from the pack.

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Cavs Thompson 'available,' reports say

According to Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports, Cleveland Cavaliers centre Tristan Thompson has been made available on the trade market ahead of the Feb. 6 trade deadline.

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Did the Raptors crack the top-five?

Our regular format of power rankings returns this week after honouring the great Kobe Bryant last week. The Raptors have been rewarded for their win streak and the Jazz have been penalized for a winless week. Where did your favourite team end up?

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LeBron's triple-double gives Lakers first win since passing of Kobe

The Lakers came up short at home on the night of the late Kobe Bryant's tribute, but LeBron James wasn't going to let them drop two in a row. James went for a triple-double to push Los Angeles past the Kings in their first win since the passing of franchise legend, Bryant.

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Brown, Tatum lead Celtics over 76ers

The Celtics weren't going to let the 76ers sweep the season series that easily, even without All-Star guard Kemba Walker. The dynamic duo of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown brought the energy for Boston, routing Philadelphia despite a strong performance from Ben Simmons.

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Sights & Sounds: Lakers honour Kobe

The Lakers hosted the Trail Blazers in what was an emotional contest at the STAPLES Center, marking their first game since the death of Kobe Bryant.

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Can the Raptors make it nine in a row?

The second-place Raptors are chasing a nine-game winning streak as they travel to Cleveland to take on the Cavaliers.

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Who should the All-Star reserves be?

The captains and starters have been announced for the 2020 NBA All-Star Game. With the reserves announcement around the corner, one of our NBA.com writers has made his picks to fill out the remaining seven spots in each conference.

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Nine thoughts: Raptors beat Hawks in an eventful contest

A Kobe Bryant tribute. A Vince Carter tribute. Kyle Lowry makes franchise history and the Raptors win their eighth-consecutive game. This was much more than just your typical regular season contest.

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Shaq pays tribute to Kobe

The Hall of Fame center was Kobe Bryant's teammate for eight seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers, leading the franchise to three-straight NBA titles from 2000 to 2002.

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Raptors starting five sheds the 'constant shuffle'

Just last week, head coach Nick Nurse suggested the Raptors starting lineup would be on 'constant shuffle' for the remainder of the season. As the team puts their seven-game win streak on the line against the Hawks on Tuesday, it appears their solution to the starting lineup question is a familiar one.

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LeBron honours Kobe: 'I promise I'll continue your legacy'

LeBron James has broken his silence on the tragic death of Kobe Bryant with a heartfelt Instagram post, "I promise I'll continue your legacy man!"

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Hield scores career-high 42 'for Kobe'

Buddy Hield – who wears #24 in honour of the late Kobe Bryant – scored a career-high 42 points in the Kings comeback win over the Timberwolves in a tribute to his idol: 'It was all for Kobe.'

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Kobe memoriam pours into Super Bowl Media Week

Kobe Bryant's memoriam has carried into the NFL's Super Bowl Media Week as 49ers star cornerback speaks on what the late NBA legend meant to him.

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Is Ben Simmons the ultimate LeBron stopper?

Ben Simmons has a strong Defensive Player of the Year moment on the horizon as he'll go head-to-head against LeBron James, the catalyst of the Lakers high-powered offence. Can the towering Aussie size up the all-time great and make a statement as one of the best defenders in the NBA?

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Raptors-76ers game preview

The Raptors and 76ers both enter this contest on a four-game win streak, climbing the Eastern Conference standings. Which of these teams will to keep that win streak alive with a big win over a conference rival?

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Who is going to take 8th in the West?

The Western Conference playoff picture has developed into seven teams jockeying for the top seven seeds, followed by seven teams fighting for the final No. 8 seed. Ahead of Zion Williamson's debut with the Pelicans in the mix for that final playoff spot, who should you root for to take that No. 8 seed and why?

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Nurse: Starters will 'be on constant shuffle'

The Raptors lineup has finally returned to full strength, leaving some difficult decisions as to what to do with the team's starting lineup moving forward. Head coach Nick Nurse touched on his thought process on the matter ahead of their win over the Hawks on Monday.

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Most memorable moments on MLK Day

There has been big performances, historic moments, game-winners and even some fights! Re-live some of the best NBA moments on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

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How many spots did the Raptors rise?

The Clippers, Heat, Nuggets and Raptors were rewarded for strong weeks while the Celtics, Rockets and Thunder have taken a slide with their struggles. Where did your favourite team land?

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Report: Curry 'targeting' Mar. 1 return date

According to The Athletic's Marcus Thompson II, Stephen Curry is targeting a March 1 return date. Curry has been out since Oct. 30 with a fractured left hand.

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Simmons continues strong play in Embiid's absence

Ben Simmons led the 76ers to a win over the Knicks at Madison Square Garden, going for 21 points, eight assists and seven rebounds. The All-Star guard has raised his game to another level in the absence of star centre Joel Embiid.

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Kawhi's hot streak continues in win over Pelicans

Kawhi Leonard and Lou Williams combined for 71 points to lead a comeback win over the Pelicans. Williams came up clutch, taking over in the fourth quarter, while Leonard is amidst one of the best stretches of his career.

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Takeaways: Giannis, Kemba battle as Bucks hold off Celtics

The Bucks led by as much as 27 points in the first half of this contest but the Celtics continued to fight. Cutting it as close as four points in the fourth quarter, Boston fell just short as Kemba Walker's 40 points couldn't overcome a 32 and 17 double-double from Giannis Antetokounmpo.

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The Guessing Game: Who should be an All-Star?

It's a simple concept ... we provide the stats for players and you pick which player is better. The catch? You don't know the identities until AFTER you've voted.

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10 thoughts from a chaotic win over Thunder

It was a game of runs as the Raptors led by as much as 30 points but had that lead cut down to just three points late in the fourth quarter. Toronto had seven different players score in double figures with Norman Powell leading the way, while Kyle Lowry's clutch play down the stretch helped halt the Thunder's comeback hopes.

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Kawhi set to have SDSU jersey retired

The reigning Finals MVP made a significant impact on San Diego State's basketball program in his two collegiate seasons.

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Don't take LeBron vs. Luka for granted

LeBron vs Luka. All four head-to-head matchups offered insight into a "idol turned rival" dynamic that's essentially unprecedented. Considering context and taking stock of their respective places in today's game, each of this year's four chapters illuminates a single truth about the newest on-court rivalry: don't take it granted.

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#NBATwitter and the mystery fan behind one popular handle

How one fan's experience of watching his favourite team led to creation of the popular "SunOfficial" Aron Baynes Fan Club, an account featuring content centered around the Aussie centre that has established its place in the #NBATwitter community.

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SGA's first career triple-double puts him in historic company

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander recorded his first career triple-double with 20 points, 20 rebounds and 10 assists in the Thunder's win over the Timberwolves. His triple-double puts him in elite company as one of two Canadians in NBA history to achieve the feat.

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Can the Raptors slow down DeRozan and the Spurs?

DeMar DeRozan has been on a tear for the Spurs lately as he travels to a place he's very familiar with in Toronto. Can the Raptors slow down their former teammate and take down San Antonio?

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Powell expected to return Sunday vs. Spurs

Head coach Nick Nurse told the media following Raptors practice on Friday that Norman Powell is expected to return Sunday against the Spurs.

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Lin finally receives championship ring

Jeremy Lin has finally received his 2019 NBA championship ring! The former Raptors guard took to Instagram to flex his newest piece of hardware.

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Report: Siakam to practice Friday, 'hopes to return next week'

ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported that Raptors star forward Pascal Siakam is expected to practice Friday and hopes to return to the lineup next week. He has been out since Dec. 18 with a groin injury.

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Nurse: VanVleet could be out for 'a little bit'

Raptors head coach Nick Nurse indicated before the team's game against the Trail Blazers that guard Fred VanVleet could be out for longer than initially expected. He will not play against Portland.

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Morant comes up clutch in 4th vs. T'Wolves

Rookie of the Year frontrunner Ja Morant finished with 25 points and seven assists while stepping up with a series of clutch plays in the fourth quarter to seal the victory for the Grizzlies.

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Jokic scores career-high 47 in win over Hawks

Nikola Jokic has received some extreme criticism so far this season despite leading the Nuggets to one of the best records in the NBA. He did his part in trying to silence some critics against the Hawks, going for a career-high 47 points in a win.

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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.

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Where did the Raptors land this week?

The Celtics, Rockets and Jazz have all made a jump while the Heat, Nuggets and Raptors have taken a slide. There's a new team that has entered the top-10 for the first time this season, while another team has reached a new low-point. Where did your favourite team end up in this week's rankings?

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8 thoughts: Raptors use big second half to push past Nets

The Raptors scored 73 points in the second half to overcome a rough start to the game and walk out of the Barclays Center with a victory. Double-doubles from Fred VanVleet and Serge Ibaka led the way while Kyle Lowry found his stroke late in the game to help complete the comeback.

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Vince Carter makes history vs. Pacers

All Vince Carter had to do was take the floor in the Hawks game against the Pacers to write a new page in the NBA history books. The 42-year-old veteran became the first player in NBA history to play in four separate decades after appearing against Indiana in his first game of 2020.

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Takeaways: Harden, Simmons battle in Rockets win over 76ers

James Harden and Ben Simmons battled in this one, each notching triple-doubles, but it was Harden's 44 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists that proved to be too much to handle in Houston.

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Should CP3 or SGA make the All-Star team?

The Oklahoma City Thunder have surged their way into the Western Conference playoff picture after winning seven of their last eight games. Behind the play of established veteran Chris Paul and rising star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, this team looks poised to do some damage for the remainder of the season. Should either of the two make the 2020 All-Star Game?

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The Guessing Game: Who should be an All-Star?

It's a simple concept ... we provide the stats for players and you pick which player is better. The catch? You don't know the identities until AFTER you've voted.

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Who are this year's potential first-time All-Stars?

Fan voting for the 2020 NBA All-Star Game opened on NBA Christmas Day! Which of these players will you be voting for to appear in their first-ever NBA All-Star Game?

Kyle Irving

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Who has the most total wins of the 2010s decade?

The individual player with the most total wins in the NBA – regular season and playoffs combined – of the 2010s may not catch you by surprise, but the player second-most wins might! Take a look at the winningest NBA players of the decade.

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Should Brown be the Celtics second All-Star?

Owning one of the best records in the Eastern Conference, you can assume the Celtics will likely get more than one All-Star. With three-time All-Star Kemba Walker seeming like the obvious first selection, should Jayson Tatum or Jaylen Brown be the second selection?

Kyle Irving

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How did Giannis, Bledsoe do in their return?

Giannis Antetokounmpo had only missed two games after the Bucks loss on Christmas Day but Eric Bledsoe had been out for the past eight games. They both made their return in Milwaukee's win over the Bulls.

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#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?

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Can the Raptors get revenge on the Celtics?

The Raptors have lost both of their meetings against the Celtics so far this season, with the most recent coming a few days back on Christmas Day. Can Toronto bounce back and pick up their first win of the season over their Atlantic Division rivals?

Kyle Irving

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Inside the Warriors four-game win streak

The Warriors have as many wins in the past eight days as they had in the first month and a half of the season. Having D'Angelo Russell and Draymond Green in the lineup certainly helps, but how has this team gone from last place to a quick stint of short-term success?

Kyle Irving

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Doncic shines in return game vs. Spurs

Luka Doncic returned to action for the first time since suffering an ankle injury two weeks back. After missing four games, the MVP candidate picked up right where he left off with a near-triple-double of 24 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists in a win over the Spurs.

Kyle Irving

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Embiid dominates 76ers to Christmas Day win over Bucks

Joel Embiid completely controlled the game on both ends of the floor to lead the 76ers to a controlling win over the Bucks on Christmas Day. His 31 points, 11 rebounds and defence in containing Giannis Antetokounmpo made all the difference in the outcome.

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8 thoughts on the Celtics Christmas Day win in Toronto

The Celtics were able to come away with their first win in Toronto since 2015 on Christmas Day. Jaylen Brown's 30 points lead the team, as the short-handed Raptors couldn't come up with enough offence without superstar Pascal Siakam.

Kyle Irving

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Santa's NBA naughty and nice list

With no NBA games on Christmas Eve, Santa Claus' Naughty and Nice list has been finalized. Who will wake up to a pile of presents and who will find lumps of coal underneath their tree?

Kyle Irving

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NBA remix to 12 Days of Christmas

An NBA twist to the classic featuring 12 drummers drumming, 11 pipers piping, 10 lords a-leaping, nine ladies dancing, eight maids a-milking, seven swans a-swimming, six geese a-laying, FIVE GOLDEN RINGS, four calling birds, three french hens, two turtled doves and a partridge in a pear tree!

Kyle Irving

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Murray's game-winner leads Nuggets over Suns

Jamal Murray's game-winner and Nikola Jokic's triple-double helped the Nuggets extend their NBA-best current win streak to seven games with a victory over the Suns.

Kyle Irving

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Heat edge Jazz behind rookie's clutch 4th quarter

The Heat used a balanced attack from Jimmy Butler, Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro to edge a season-high 27 points from Jazz forward Joe Ingles. Rookie guard Herro had nine points in the fourth quarter, including a couple clutch buckets down the stretch.

Kyle Irving

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8 thoughts on Raptors overtime loss to Pacers

The Raptors couldn't overcome a slow start to the game despite nearly making another second-half comeback. Toronto was able to force overtime behind a couple clutch shots from Kyle Lowry, but Indiana's team effort pushed the Pacers to victory.

Kyle Irving

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Fast facts on Zion Williamson

Zion Williamson underwent an arthroscopic procedure to repair a torn right lateral meniscus just a day before the team's season opener and has not played a game since.

Kyle Irving

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LeBron vs. Giannis: Who has the edge?

The Bucks and Lakers have been the NBA's two best teams this season and the matchup between LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo sells itself. Ahead of the highly anticipated battle between The Greek Freak and The King, take a look at the history behind two of the league's most dominant players.

Kyle Irving

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Powell leaves game with shoulder injury

Norman Powell left the game against the Pistons late in the fourth quarter with a shoulder injury. A report stated that he left the arena in a sling, but there has been no official update on his status.

Kyle Irving

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Celtics stars combine for 82 to beat Mavs

Kemba Walker, Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum put on a scoring clinic in Dallas, combining for 82 points to take down Kristaps Porzingis and the Luka Doncic-less Mavericks.

Kyle Irving

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Lowry's triple-double pushes Raptors past Pistons

A triple-double from Kyle Lowry, a monster game off the bench from Serge Ibaka and strong offensive performances from Pascal Siakam and OG Anunoby helped the Raptors handle the Pistons in Detroit.

Kyle Irving

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After the 98 draft, Carter proved he was more than just a dunker

Carter was defined by his ability to jump through the roof, but showed he had much more in his arsenal throughout his NBA career.

Kyle Irving

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10 thoughts from decisive win over Cavaliers

Pascal Siakam dominated this contest from start to end, Kyle Lowry looked like he's shaken off all the cobwebs from his thumb injury and Norman Powell continued to provide an offensive boost as the Raptors routed the Cavaliers in Toronto.

Kyle Irving

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Luka-less Mavs snap Bucks 18-game win streak

No Luka Doncic, no problem. In the Mavericks first full game without their MVP candidate, Kristaps Porzingis and their supporting cast stepped up to snap the Bucks 18-game win streak.

Kyle Irving

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Where are the Raptors ranked this week?

The top-10 teams remained the same but there was some shuffling around amongst the NBA's elite teams. The 76ers and Clippers were both rewarded for their successful weeks while the Celtics and Mavericks have taken a slide.

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10 thoughts on Raptors win over the Nets

Pascal Siakam's huge first half, another breakout game from Norman Powell and double-doubles from the Raptors' centres helped Toronto snap their three-game home losing streak with a win over the Nets.

Kyle Irving

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Canadian duo Brooks, Clarke combine for 52 in a win

The Grizzlies got 52 points out of their Canadian duo as Mississauga native Dillon Brooks' 27 points and Vancouver native Brandon Clarke's 25 points propelled the team to victory over the Wizards.

Kyle Irving

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NBA stars' performances on Christmas

No NBA player has ever won more games on Christmas than Dwyane Wade. It's also the one day of the year that Stephen Curry struggles shooting. How have other current NBA stars have performed on Christmas?

Kyle Irving

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Friday's NBA League Pass guide

Will James Harden break 50 points again for the fifth time this season? Can the Pacers continue their strong play? What will Most Improved Player of the Year candidate Devonte' Graham have in store for us tonight?

Kyle Irving

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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?

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What kind of impact has Melo had?

Carmelo Anthony's contract with the Trail Blazers is now fully guaranteed, meaning he'll spend the remainder of his season in Portland as the team tries to make yet another playoff push. What type of impact has the 10-time All-Star had in the first chunk of games with his new team?

Kyle Irving

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Clippers dominate Raptors in Kawhi's return game

The pregame ceremony was all about Kawhi Leonard and that carried into the actual in-game performance. Leonard and the Clippers handled the Raptors, handing Toronto their third-consecutive loss on their home court after starting the season a perfect 9-0 at Scotiabank Arena.

Kyle Irving

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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.

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Raptors squeak out win vs. Bulls, snap three-game losing skid

It wasn't pretty, but the Raptors fought tooth-and-nail to come away with a grimy one-point win over the Bulls in Chicago to snap their three-game losing streak.

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Booker on Baynes return: 'It's unbelieveable. ... We need him'

Centre Aron Baynes returned to action after missing nine of the Suns' last 10 games. He scored 12 points off the bench in 15 minutes to help Phoenix beat the Timberwolves. After the game, star guard Devin Booker spoke on how he felt the centre's impact even in limited playing time.

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How did Siakam do vs. Chicago?

Pascal Siakam got out to a hot start scoring 13 points in the first quarter but finished with just 22 points in the game. Despite slowing down in the final three quarters, the Raptors still came away with a one-point victory.

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How far did the Raptors fall?

The Bucks remained on top after routing the Clippers while the Lakers patiently await Milwaukee's fall at the No. 2 spot. Aside from the top-two, there was plenty of movement as several teams shuffled around and a new team entered the top-10. Where does your favourite team rank?

Kyle Irving

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Brown on Simmons: 'I want a 3-point shot per game, minimum'

Ben Simmons had a career-high 34 points and knocked down the second-career 3-pointer in the 76ers blowout win over the Cavaliers. After the game, head coach Brett Brown preached on the Sixers need Simmons' aggressiveness.

Kyle Irving

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Doncic joins Jordan with another record

It seems that every time Luka Doncic steps on the floor he's joining elite company in the history books in some fashion. In the Mavericks win over the Pelicans, he achieved something that only Michael Jordan has done since the NBA/ABA merger.

Kyle Irving

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Has the East caught up to the West?

For the past several years, the Western Conference has reigned dominance over the Eastern Conference. Through one quarter of the NBA season, the East has shown that the gap may no longer be as big as you'd think.

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Nash thinks Doncic might be best 20-year-old ever

20-year-old sensation Luka Doncic has entered MVP conversations with a strong start to the 2019-20 season. Hall of Famer Steve Nash says he may be the best 20-year-old the NBA has ever seen.

Kyle Irving

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Breakdown of CP3's heads-up play for OT win

Dennis Schroder hit the shot to force overtime, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dominated in overtime, but the story of the game was Chris Paul's heads-up play that gave the Thunder a chance to take this game into OT. How did the savvy veteran's knowledge of the rulebook earn OKC a gritty win?

Kyle Irving

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How many All-Stars will the Celtics have?

The Celtics young duo of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown have been on a tear this season with their latest victim being the Western Conference's second-place Nuggets. The Jays combined for 47 points, electrifying the Boston Garden as the Celtics advanced to a perfect 9-0 on their home floor.

Kyle Irving

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Wiggins becomes T'Wolves all-time 3-point leader

In the first quarter of the Timberwolves contest against the Mavericks, Andrew Wiggins buried the 466th 3-pointer of his career to move him to No. 1 on the franchise's all-time made 3-pointers list.

Kyle Irving

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DeRozan clutch in bizarre 2OT win vs. Rockets

In a crazy contest that included a 50-point performance, a strange made dunk that did not count, a 22-point comeback and a double-overtime finish, the Spurs came up with a victory behind a pair of clutch plays from DeMar DeRozan down the stretch.

Kyle Irving

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Butler takes over in overtime to lead Heat past Raptors

Jimmy Butler's 22-point, 13-rebound, 12-assist triple-double and huge overtime performance helped hand the Raptors their first home loss of the season. Kyle Lowry shot 2-for-18 in his first game back from a thumb injury and Bam Adebayo shut down Pascal Siakam to help decide the outcome.

Kyle Irving

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Lowry returning vs. Heat

All-Star guard Kyle Lowry missed the last 11 games with a fracture in his left thumb. He will return to the lineup and start for the Raptors in tonight's matchup against the Heat.

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Fantasy Basketball: Buy or sell?

One of the toughest decisions as a fantasy owner is deciding when to trade away players on your team and when to trade for certain players who are under-performing. Take a look at five players you should buy-low or sell-high on.

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VanVleet: Barrett's 'got a bright future ahead of him'

After the Raptors victory over the Knicks, Fred VanVleet had a post-game conversation with Toronto native and Knicks rookie R.J. Barrett. "He's got a bright future ahead of him," VanVleet told TSN's Josh Lewenberg after the game.

Kyle Irving

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Harrell's game-winner spoils Morant's ROY moment

Rookie of the Year frontrunner Ja Morant scored 14 points in the fourth quarter to put his Grizzlies in a position to upset the Clippers but Montrezl Harrell's game-winning putback spoiled that moment.

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Siakam, bench lead Raptors to historic win over Knicks

With this home win over the Knicks, the Raptors have set an NBA record with 33-consecutive home wins against teams in their division. They also advanced to a franchise-record 8-0 on their home court behind the play of Pascal Siakam and the second unit.

Kyle Irving

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Raptors handle Knicks to remain perfect at home

Pascal Siakam's 31 points and OG Anunoby's first-career double-double paced the Raptors win over the Knicks to advance to a franchise-best 8-0 at home. RJ Barrett went for 15 points, five rebounds and three assists in his Toronto debut.

Kyle Irving

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Nick Nurse talks Canada Basketball, Olympic Qualifiers

Raptors and Canada Basketball head coach Nick Nurse fielded a couple questions regarding the country's draw at the Olympic Qualifying Tournament ahead of Toronto's home game against Canadian R.J. Barrett and the Knicks.

Kyle Irving

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Jamal Murray commits to Canada

Kitchener, Ontario native Jamal Murray confirms via Twitter that he is playing for Canada Basketball in attempt to qualify the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo this upcoming summer.

Kyle Irving

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Will Doncic have MVP moment vs. Kawhi, PG?

Luka Doncic has been incredible to start the 2019-20 NBA season, so much so that he finds himself in the early discussion for MVP. Can he continue that success against two of the NBA's best defenders in Kawhi Leonard and Paul George?

Kyle Irving

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Smart, Celtics get revenge on Kings

Marcus Smart saw his game-winning shot attempt fall off the rim eight days ago in Sacramento as the Celtics lost to the Kings at the buzzer. In this one, Smart took over down the stretch on both ends of the floor to lead Boston to victory.

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What if Vince's '01 shot went in?

Kawhi Leonard's Game 7 game-winner gave Raptors fans flashbacks to a shot they've seen before – one that didn't fall their way several years back against the very same franchise in the same situation.

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Fantasy Basketball waiver wire adds

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!

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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

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WATCH: Simmons hits first 3-pointer

Philadelphia 76ers' Ben Simmons knocked down the first 3-pointer of his career in the first quarter of Philadelphia's game against the New York Knicks.

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What's changed for the Celtics?

The Celtics failed to meet sky-high expectations last season. This season, with very few believing in this team from the get-go, Boston has surged its way to the top of the league. So what has changed for this Celtics squad?

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Doncic joins LeBron in history with career-night

Luka Doncic did something only two 20-year-olds have done in NBA history, joining LeBron James in this history books with a 40-point triple-double to hand the Spurs their sixth-consecutive loss.

Kyle Irving

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Raptors handle Hornets on franchise-record 40 assists

The Raptors used a career-high 24 points from OG Anunoby, a season-high 55 points from the bench and a franchise-record 40 assists to take care of business against the Hornets.

Kyle Irving

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Lakers take No. 1 spot, Rockets on the rise

The Rockets seven-game winning streak shot them up seven spots into the top-five, the Heat have climbed their way up toward the top and the Lakers leaped the Celtics to overtake the No. 1 ranking.

Kyle Irving

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Raptors won't give rings to JV, Wright, Miles

General manager Bobby Webster confirmed that the Toronto Raptors do not plan on giving championship rings to Jonas Valanciunas, Delon Wright and C.J. Miles. All three of the aforementioned players were traded at the trade deadline of the Raptors' championship season.

Kyle Irving

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Raptors fall short against Doncic, Mavs

The Raptors offense struggled in the second half as budding star Pascal Siakam could not get things going. Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis each notched 20-point, 15-rebound double-doubles to lead the Mavericks past Toronto.

Kyle Irving

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Kawhi (knee) out vs. Hawks

Kawhi Leonard will miss his second consecutive game with a left knee contusion, putting his debut alongside Paul George on hold another day.

Kyle Irving

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Best moments from Melo's career

The Portland Trail Blazers have reportedly signed 35-year-old forward Carmelo Anthony. Take a look at some of the best moments of the 10-time All-Star's career.

Kyle Irving

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When will Melo play his first game with Blazers?

Carmelo Anthony signed with the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday night. He's set to travel with the team on their upcoming road trip this weekend, but when will he make his debut?

Kyle Irving

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Fast facts on Raptors' Terence Davis

Terence Davis went undrafted in the 2019 NBA Draft. Per The Athletic's Shams Charania, the rookie guard has signed a two-year deal with the Toronto Raptors

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League Pass Game of the Night: I.T. returns to Boston

Now three seasons removed from his historic run with the Boston Celtics, Isaiah Thomas returns to the TD Garden for the second time in his career. He had an emotional honouring as a member of the Denver Nuggets last season, but will look to snap their eight-game win streak this time around.

Kyle Irving

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Kuzma's breakout performance leads Lakers past Suns

Kyle Kuzma missed the first four games of the season with a foot injury, getting the Lakers' young forward out to a slow start. His first breakout performance of the season pushed the Lakers past the Suns in a hard-fought win.

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White makes history, outduels RJ Barrett

RJ Barrett stuffed the stat sheet doing everything in his power to give the Knicks back-to-back wins for the first time this season, but draft mate Coby White's fourth quarter explosion earned the Bulls the win.

Kyle Irving

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Are the Suns a playoff sleeper in the West?

The Phoenix Suns have been one of the biggest surprises to the start of the 2019-20 NBA season. Ahead of a big test tonight against the Lakers, is it time to consider them as a potential playoff sleeper in the West?

Kyle Irving

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Clippers edge Raptors in first game vs. Kawhi

The Raptors battled in their first contest against their former Finals MVP but ran out of gas down the stretch as the Clippers came away with the victory.

Kyle Irving

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Celtics win 8th straight vs. Mavericks

Kemba Walker stepped up late in the fourth quarter to overcome a big performance from Luka Doncic as the Celtics win their eighth-straight game and hand the Mavericks their first road loss of the season.

Kyle Irving

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Fox out three-to-four weeks

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox is expected to miss 3-to-4 weeks with a sprained left ankle, the team announced.

Kyle Irving

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What Hayward's injury means for Celtics

Gordon Hayward suffered a fractured hand in the first half of the Celtics victory over the Spurs. This comes as a crushing blow, as Hayward was off to a hot start this season. What does this injury mean for Boston going forward?

Kyle Irving

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Kawhi on time with Raptors: 'It was amazing'

Kawhi Leonard will play his first game against the Toronto Raptors as a member of the LA Clippers on Monday. After Saturday's practice, he spoke to the media about his time in Toronto and the relationships he's sustained with the players on the team.

Kyle Irving

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Can Harden average 40 points per game?

James Harden poured in 42 points in a near triple-double with 10 rebounds and nine assists in the Rockets win over the Bulls. The All-Star guard has now scored over 40 points in four of his nine games this season. Could he potentially average over 40.0 points per game this season?

Kyle Irving

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Ibaka out indefinitely

Serge Ibaka suffered a sprained ankle in the second quarter of the Raptors' win over the Pelicans on Friday and is out indefinitely, the team announced.

Kyle Irving

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Wiggins drops 40, spoils Russell's career-game in OT thriller

D'Angelo Russell returned to the Warriors lineup after a three-game absence due to an ankle injury. He scored a career-high 52 points but his performance was spoiled by Andrew Wiggins' 40 points in an overtime win for the Timberwolves.

Kyle Irving

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Irving clutch to outlast Lillard's 60 points

The superstar matchup between Kyrie Irving and Damian Lillard did not disappoint as Irving's clutch shots overcame a 60-point performance from Lillard.

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Update: Lowry suffers fracture in left thumb vs. NOP

Kyle Lowry suffered an injury to his left thumb in the first quarter versus the Pelicans. He continued to play out the rest of the first half, but did not return to action in the second half. After the game, head coach Nick Nurse deemed it as a "small fracture" in his left thumb.

Kyle Irving

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Siakam matches career-high 44 points in win over Pelicans

Pascal Siakam tied his career-high in scoring with 44 points, notching a double-double with 10 rebounds to fend off a late comeback push from the Pelicans.

Kyle Irving

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Lowry gets ratings bump in NBA 2K20 update

The first NBA 2K20 ratings update of the season has occurred and there have been changes to significant stars in the league! Who received the biggest boost and which players dropped the furthest?

Kyle Irving

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Sights and sounds: Kemba returns to Charlotte

After spending his first eight seasons with the Charlotte Hornets, Boston Celtics guard Kemba Walker was praised with a loud array of cheers in his first return to the city that built the beginning of his NBA career.

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Ingram's career-high 40 points falls short vs. Nets

There were plenty of buckets to go around at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn as Kyrie Irving's 39 points led the Nets past Brandon Ingram's career-high 40 points for the Pelicans. What can you take away from this performance?

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Power Rankings: There's a new No. 1

There's a new No. 1 in this week's power rankings! In addition to the big change at the top, the Lakers, Celtics, Heat and Suns are among those making moves up the ladder. See who else is rising and falling in the latest update!

Kyle Irving

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Raptors comeback falls short against Bucks

The Bucks led by as much as 26 points in the first half, but Kyle Lowry would not let the Raptors fall that easily. Toronto cut Milwaukee's lead to four points in the fourth quarter. It just wasn't quite enough to come out with the win.

Kyle Irving

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Tatum hits game-winner over Barrett, Celtics beat Knicks

Jayson Tatum knocked down his first-career game-winner just over the outstretched hand of rookie R.J. Barrett as the Celtics edged the Knicks at the buzzer.

Kyle Irving

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Irving's double-double leads Nets past Rockets

In a battle between two of the best isolation players in the NBA today, James Harden won in the scoring column but when it came to efficiency and overall outcome, Kyrie Irving came out on top.

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Kawhi vs. DeRozan: What to watch for in Clippers-Spurs

Fresh off of a "load management" game, Kawhi Leonard and the LA Clippers look to take down DeMar DeRozan and the undefeated San Antonio Spurs.

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