Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry have set the early pace this season in the MVP race, but which other players are staking their claim for the award?
Benyam Kidane
Kyrie Irving has yet to play for the Nets. Ben Simmons appears to be done with the 76ers. Is a blockbuster trade the best way to solve all of the problems in Brooklyn and Philadelphia?
Jordan Greer
Pelicans guard Devonte' Graham connected on a game-winner at the buzzer from the opposite 3-point line against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Is it the craziest ever? Our NBA.com Staff weighs in.
NBA.com Staff
The shorthanded Nets needed a 34-point triple-double from Kevin Durant to edge the Raptors in an overtime thriller in Brooklyn.
Kyle Irving
Kevin Durant had no time for the FS1 commentator's praise.
Zac Al-Khateeb
Brooklyn guard James Harden was among seven Nets players in COVID-19 health and safety protocols as an outbreak has torn into the Nets squad over the past couple of days.
Nick Metallinos
There is a "renewed sense of optimism" about Irving's potential return, according to a report from The Athletic's Shams Charania.
Toronto travels to Brooklyn to try and slow down Kevin Durant and the Nets.
Carlan Gay
Kevin Durant's 51-point performance is the highest single game score of the season, eclipsing Stephen Curry's 50-point game in November.
Durant fell just shy of his career-high of 54 points (2014), setting the highest singe game score of the 2021-22 season with his 51 against the Detroit Pistons.
The Nets had an 0-6 record against championship contending teams headed into the game against Atlanta, but on Friday night, they registered what seemed like their first statement win of the season.
The Brooklyn Nets had an 0-6 record against championship contending teams headed into the game against Atlanta, but on Friday night, they registered what seemed like their first statement win of the season, not to mention the fact that it came on the road against a top Eastern Conference team.
Harden returned to Houston, receiving a warm ovation from the crowd.
Luka Doncic's comments come following Brooklyn's come-from-behind victory over Dallas.
Scott Rafferty
Through 23 games this season, Durant ranks among the league leaders for minutes averaged. In fact, the former league MVP is averaging over 40 minutes in the Nets' last five games but he doesn't seem too concerned.
Yash Matange
The Nets held the Mavericks to just 13 points in the fourth quarter of Tuesday night's win, as they came back from a 17-point deficit to win 102-99 on the road.
With Luka Doncic, Kevin Durant and James Harden in action, it will be a superstar showcase in Dallas on Tuesday night.
Gilbert McGregor
This double-overtime game, which ended with the Phoenix Suns winning 161-157, is tied for the fifth-most (318) combined points scored in NBA history.
The Nets dropped another game to a contending team in losing to the Chicago Bulls, 111-107. Their record against contending teams is now 0-6.
The Brooklyn Nets lost another game to a contending team, following their 111-107 loss to Chicago in Brooklyn. Their record against contending sides drops to 0-6 on the season.
With his bucket on Saturday night in Brooklyn, Kevin Durant surpassed Ray Allen to move into 24th on the NBA's all-time scoring list.
Where can we place the teams at the top of the Eastern Conference? Two members of the NBA.com staff debate about where each team belongs through a quarter of the 2021-22 NBA season.
Two members of The Sporting News' staff debate about where each team belongs in the Eastern Conference through a quarter of the 2021-22 NBA season.
The former MVPs take home the honours for the months of October and November.
The Beard balled out, nearly recording a triple-double with 34 points, 10 rebounds, eight assists and three steals in 40 minutes of action against the Knicks. Postgame, he credited Reggie Miller, an NBA legend who was sideline calling the game for TNT, for his huge game.
In two games starting in place of Kemba Walker at point guard, Burks is averaging 24.0 points, 6.0 rebounds and 4.0 assists.
After starting in each of his first 17 appearances with the Nets this season, Blake Griffin has fallen completely out of the team's rotation, failing to see action in each of their last two games.
Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau revealed before the team's matchup with the Nets that Kemba Walker will no longer be in the rotation.
Julius Randle has lost the mojo he had in 2020-21, but can he get it back?
Tuesday, the Knicks will make the short trip into Brooklyn for the first of four meetings with the Nets this season. With both teams coming off of playoff appearances, the rivalry is intensified this year.
By surviving a late surge from the Nets, on the second night of a back-to-back, the Suns extended their win streak to 16 - the second-longest in franchise history. That said, despite all they have achieved, there's still room for skepticism but the Suns have a chance to shut that talk down with their next matchup - against the league-leading Golden State Warriors.
Kevin Durant scored 21 points against the Boston Celtics on Wednesday night and passed Allen Iverson for the 25th spot on the NBA's all-time scoring list.
Two of the league's best duos will go head-to-head when the Celtics host the Nets on Wednesday.
Kevin Durant recently told the media that it's an injury he's been playing through and getting treatment on.
NBA Christmas Day is still a month away, but as our friends in the United States celebrate Thanksgiving, we take a closer look at what each team in the league is thankful for at this point of the season.
Heading into Thanksgiving, we take a closer look at what each team in the league is thankful for more than a month into the 2021-22 season.
The rules enacted by the NBA this summer to limit "non-basketball moves" have been key in promoting pace of play, aiding defenders and improving overall game quality, but the impact reaches further than you may think.
Matthew Blum
An exciting nine-game slate provided plenty of action and thrilling performances headlined by the marquee contest between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics. In case you missed anything, we got you covered with the best game, top performers and the final scores.
A huge 11-game slate filled the NBA schedule, with plenty of highlight performances to go around, headlined by the marquee contest in Milwaukee between the two most recent NBA Champions in the Bucks and Lakers.
Smith declared that Durant is "all alone" in Brooklyn and "made the wrong decision" by joining the franchise in 2019.
Warriors forward Draymond Green reminded us that he is still elite defensively by doing his part to hold Kevin Durant to an uncharacteristically poor shooting night.
In doing his part to hold Kevin Durant to an uncharacteristically poor shooting night, Warriors forward Draymond Green reminded us that he is still elite defensively.
Through the first month of the season, the NBA's Most Valuable Player is...
Despite holding a 10-5 record and sitting third in the East, the Nets have struggled against elite competition this season, with tonight's loss to the Warriors adding to defeats to the Heat, Bulls and Bucks.
Steph Curry put on a show at Barclays Center, leading the Warriors to a commanding 117-99 win over the Nets, winning the one-on-one battle with fellow MVP candidate Kevin Durant.
Following their 18-point home loss to the Warriors, the Nets have now dropped key games against the NBA's elite after losses to the Heat, Bulls and Bucks.
Early in the second quarter, a large contingent of Warriors fans at Barclays Center let out the MVP chants for Stephen Curry as he went on to torch the Nets for 37 points in a big road win.
In Kevin Durant's mind, choosing the Nets over the Warriors was easy. What led him to that decision?
Kevin Durant has long been a midrange assassin, but he's kicked his efficiency from that distance to a terrifying level to start this season.
Former teammates Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant take center stage as the Warriors visit the Nets on Tuesday.
DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine were back at it against the Lakers, combining for 64 points in their 121-103 win at STAPLES Center.
As the first month of the 2021-22 NBA season comes to a close, teams are beginning to reveal their true identities. Who has done enough to take the top spot?
Seven games around the league on Sunday, headlined by big wins for the Lakers, Hornets and Hawks. If you missed any of the action, we've got you covered with the best game, highlight, performance, fantasy performers and more below.
With a huge 11-game slate, there was plenty of action around the NBA on Friday. If you missed any of it, we had you covered with the best game, highlight, performance, fantasy performers and more below.
Kevin Durant has gotten off to a scorching start this season, but there's one particular number that shines a light on how unguardable the Nets superstar is.
Three weeks have now gone by in the 2021-22 season and as teams approach the 10-game checkpoint, we're learning more about who's who around the league. How does that impact this week's rankings?
With eight games on today's NBA schedule, we've got you covered with where to watch and what to keep an eye on.
In his 13th season, DeMar DeRozan has been nothing short of impressive, averaging 26.8 points to go along with 5.9 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game.
The Raptors fell to the Nets on Sunday but received a nice boost from Pascal Siakam, who made his highly anticipated season debut. Here's how the one-time All-Star looked in his 25 minutes on the court.
Toronto Raptors rookie Scottie Barnes turned in an impressive performance at Scotiabank Arena, catching the attention of two-time Finals MVP Kevin Durant.
An exciting eight games cap-off the first week of November as the NBA schedule slowly heads towards its first holiday - Thanksgiving. Catch up on all the news, scores and highlights right here.
The Toronto Raptors welcome back Pascal Siakam when they host the Brooklyn Nets in a Sunday afternoon matinee.
Following the Nets win over the Pistons, Kevin Durant and James Harden both expressed excitement to return to Toronto to take on the Raptors on Sunday, Nov. 6.
Nets star Kevin Durant praised Pistons rookie Cade Cunningham's game following Brooklyn's 96-90 win over Detroit.
The Cavaliers comeback win over the Raptors and the Knicks comeback win over the Bucks highlight Friday's nine-game slate.
Nets star Kevin Durant praised Pistons rookie Cade Cunningham's game following a 96-90 Brooklyn win over Detroit.
NYC's Mayor-elect says he will not be changing the city's vaccine mandate to allow Kyrie Irving to play in Nets home games this season.
Kyrie Irving has been unavailable for the beginning of the 2021-22 season because of New York City regulations surrounding persons unvaccinated for COVID-19.
What a night of hoops it was around the NBA with eleven games on the slate. Three games where decided by one possession, with monster performances across the league. Catch up on all the news, scores and highlights right here.
Kane Pitman
What is Kyrie Irving's status for the 2021-22 NBA season? And what has been said about his absence?
A few things have jumped out from Brooklyn's slow start to the season without Kyrie Irving, both good and bad. NBA.com takes a close look.
A few things have jumped out from Brooklyn's slow start to the season without Kyrie Irving, both good and bad.
Over 33,000 fans cheered on the Raptors at the SkyDome as they defeated the New Jersey Nets.
Through the first two weeks of the season, the best team in the NBA has been...
Coming into the game against the Pistons, the Nets' offence was ranked among the bottom six teams. However, on Halloween, Scary Hours returned at the Barclays Center as the Nets' offence set a new franchise record in a blowout victory.
Late in the third quarter, Kevin Durant caught Kelly Olynyk with an elbow to the head and was assessed a Flagrant 2.
"I can't do that. I could have cost my team the game," Durant said.
Along with passing a huge career peak, Aldridge also played a major role in the team's 105-98 home win over the Indiana Pacers. He finished with 21 points and eight rebounds on 10-of-16 shooting from the field in 28 minutes of action.
This was a fun night around the NBA. We had rookie battles, vintage veteran performances and statement wins. If you missed any of the action check in here for the scores, highlights and best performances of the night.
After attempting a combined 15 free throws through the first five games, courtesy the new rules, James Harden erupted against the Indiana Pacers. In his 29-point night, he attempted 19 free throws - 11 of which came in the first half alone.
The Brooklyn Nets fell to the Miami Heat tonight in a 13-point loss and after five games, they have the third-worst offence in the league.
The Brooklyn Nets fell to the Miami Heat tonight in a 13-point loss and after five games, they have the third-worst offense in the league.
"I respect you for having some integrity and being your own man," Mayweather said in a video posted to Twitter.
Slowing down James Harden has been practically impossible over the course of his career. A three-time scoring champ, Harden has gotten buckets with ease, which is what makes his slow start to 2021-22 so shocking.
Nine games filled the slate on Monday night (ET), as the Chicago Bulls and Charlotte Hornets looked to remain undefeated in the early going. If you missed any of the action jump in right here for all the news, highlights and recaps of the day's play.
James Harden's offensive struggles continued against the Washington Wizards. While his scoring efficiency has plummeted, it's the dip in free-throw attempts that has the basketball world talking.
Opening week of the 2021-22 season is in the books. Which teams impressed and which ones disappointed?
The Lakers pick up their first win of the season, while the Charlotte Hornets made it a 3-0 start for the first time in franchise history. We've got you covered with all the action from Sunday's six-game slate.
With Kyrie Irving unable to suit up for the Nets' home opener, those against vaccination mandates made their way to the team's home arena to voice their support for the All-Star guard.
Irving's 50 points are the most ever scored by a player in a debut with a new team, surpassing Kiki Vandeweghe (47) and Wilt Chamberlain (43).
Over the final 5:32 minutes of their home opener against the Brooklyn Nets, the Philadelphia 76ers gave up a 10-point lead and eventually went on to lose 114-109 by allowing the Nets to go on a game-sealing run 16-1 run.
Over the final 5:32 minutes, the 76ers gave up a 10-point lead and eventually went on to lose 114-109 by allowing the Nets to go on a game-sealing run 16-1 run.
Simmons is reportedly dealing with a back issue, though there are questions about the nature of his injury.
Opening week of the NBA's historic 75th season continues on Day 4 with another marquee matchup between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Brooklyn Nets. This is the second game of the regular season for both teams as each comes into this one with contrasting results in their respective season openers.
Entering the NBA's 75th anniversary season, which players are primed to be in the MVP race and what's their path to taking home the award?
The ring features a couple of innovating, interesting features that could change the course of ring design for years.
Joe Rivera
Giannis Antetokounmpo was on fire to start the 2021-22 season. The Finals MVP poured in 32 points as Milwaukee celebrated ring night in style by taking down the Nets at Fiserv Forum.
The Milwaukee Bucks made an emphatic start to their title defence, blowing out the Brooklyn Nets at Fiserv Forum. Giannis Antetokounmpo was unstoppable throughout, finishing with 32 points on a night of celebration in Milwaukee.
Jrue Holiday was ruled out of the season opener against Brooklyn Nets, just after 17 minutes of action. The point guard subbed out of the game with 3:13 left in the first half and had 12 points (5-7 FGs) to his name at that point.
James Harden failed to sign an extension before the October 18 deadline. Despite not reaching an agreement, Harden expressed his desire to stay with the franchise after the Nets dropped the season opener to Milwaukee.
James Harden and the Brooklyn Nets came up short in their season opener, but they did have a win of sorts in the postgame. Harden signalled his intent to stay with the franchise longterm despite not signing an extension before the October 18 deadline.
Milwaukee started their season off with a win behind a big performance from Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Bucks led for the majority of the night to celebrate ring night in style.
With the Bucks, Nets, Warriors, and Lakers in action on Opening Night, there are no shortage of top-tier options for NBA DFS contests. Check out our lineup picks for DraftKings tournaments.
Will the duo of Kevin Durant and James Harden be enough to spoil the Bucks' ring night festivities? Here is what you need to know about how to watch Nets vs. Bucks on the NBA's Opening Night.
The start of the 2021-22 regular season is nearly here. That means it's time for a new edition of The Sporting News' NBA Power Rankings.
The team to feature the most on TNT's schedule is the championship favorite - the Los Angeles Lakers, who will be showcased 13 times. They are followed by the Golden State Warriors (12) and Brooklyn Nets (11).
The 2021-22 NBA season will open on Oct. 19 with a pair of star-studded matchups, starting with a rematch of last season's Eastern Conference Semifinals between the Bucks and Nets.
Everything that happens during preseason should be taken with a grain of salt – good or bad. But on-court production (or lack thereof) isn't the only thing to take away from these exhibition games. Take a look at five things we actually learned heading into the 2021-22 season.
The second to last day of preseason is in the books, with several teams wrapping up their preparation ahead of opening night next week. LeBron James, Kevin Durant and Trae Young were all in action, so if you missed any of it don't worry, we've got you covered.
Speaking for the first time since Kyrie Irving's Instagram Live on Wednesday night, Kevin Durant answered multiple questions about the situation, how the Nets might adjust and whether he was upset with Irving.
Kyrie Irving broke his silence late on Wednesday night, in an Instagram live session, where he addressed multiple topics from his unvaccinated status to reports of his retirement.
Kyrie Irving's immediate on court future remains up in the air, with the multiple time All-Star no certainty to return any time in the near future. Eligible for an extension, there are many reasons why the team may opt to remove what once seemed like an easy decision to keep the dynamic guard with the franchise.
"It's the stupidest thing that I think I've encountered with an NBA player," Smith said.
According to a report from The Athletic's Shams Charania, Irving is not opposed to the vaccine itself, rather the workplace mandates and their larger implications.
With the news that Kyrie Irving will not play or practice with the Nets until he can participate fully, the door is open for Patty Mills to play a major role in Brooklyn's pursuit of an NBA title.
NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty break down the latest topics in the NBA and beyond on the LIVE edition of NBA Soundsystem.
Nets general manager Sean Marks announced in a statement that Kyrie Irving won't be allowed to participate with part-time availability.
Multiple reports indicate that the Nets are still waiting on Irving to become compliant with the local protocols.
Although Kyrie Irving's status remains uncertain, the Brooklyn Nets enter the season as favorites to win the 2022 NBA title.
Day 9 of the preseason was a busy one with seven games on the schedule. Catch up on all the highlights and big performances as we recap the day's play.
The NBA preseason slate includes seven games on Monday, headlined by the Philadelphia 76ers hosting the star-studded Brooklyn Nets at 8:00 p.m. ET.
It's been reported that Kyrie Irving is not allowed to play in games at Barclays Center until he fulfills the city's vaccine requirement.
It was reported recently that the Nets remain "unclear" on Kyrie Irving's intentions on getting vaccinated.
With the Nets facility - HSS Training Center - considered a private facility, Kyrie Irving would be allowed to participate in practices. However, he would still need to meet the city's coronavirus vaccination mandate to play home games at the Barclays Center.
It was a massive day of preseason basketball headlined by the Los Angeles Lakers season debut for LeBron James and Russell Westbrook. Catch up on all the scores, news and highlights in our daily recap.
Despite the clearance to practice at the Brooklyn Nets' facility - HSS Training Center - Kyrie Irving will still be unavailable for the team's home games unless he meets the city's coronavirus vaccination mandate.
A new NBA season is upon us, so it's only right to get the debates going. Who should top the list? LeBron James? Stephen Curry? Giannis Antetokounmpo? Kevin Durant?
The Brooklyn Nets enter the 2021-22 season as the favourites to win the NBA championship. How have preseason favourites historically fared? Take a look back at the last decade for some interesting results.
Irving has played in less than 50 percent of his games since arriving in Brooklyn prior to the 2019-20 season.
Jake Aferiat
It's been a short offseason but the excitement for the 2021-22 season is building. Before we get to opening night we hit the preseason with games just days away. Check out this list of matchups you won't want to miss.
LeBron James, Russell Westbrook, Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and James Harden all missed the Nets-Lakers preseason opener but there were still some notable performances from role players. Brooklyn took care of business to kick off the 2021-22 NBA preseason.
We held a fantasy draft featuring the prime versions of 13 All-Stars currently on the Lakers and Nets. Where did some of the NBA's biggest stars land on the draft board?
As he begins his second season on the floor with the Nets, Kevin Durant has a unique opportunity to continue to write his Hall of Fame story to where he is remembered for his time in Brooklyn before anything else. It's a unique reality for a number of all-time greats that have racked up countless accolades for numerous franchises. So what's next?
Ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season, our NBA.com Staff share their predictions for who they believe will be crowned Sixth Man of the Year.
Here is the full preseason schedule for 2021-22, as well as broadcast information in the United States and Canada.
Bill de Blasio is making it clear that Kyrie Irving won't be an exception to New York City's vaccine mandate.
Jacob Camenker
If each player was in his prime, the rosters of both the Lakers and Nets would look very much like that of an All-Star team. As the two superteams square off to kick-start the preseason this weekend, we took a moment for some fun that would go beyond any NBA general manager's wildest dreams. The NBA.com Staff held a draft using the Nets and Lakers in one player pool, imagining the peak version of each star. Did LeBron or KD go No. 1? Who was first off the board among James Harden, Russell Westbrook and Kyrie Irving? Where did Carmelo Anthony land? Check out how we handled the toughest questions
At the tip-off of the 2021-22 season, as many as four NBA teams have three max players on their roster including strong contenders in the Brooklyn Nets and the Los Angeles Lakers.
Will financial losses force unvaccinated NBA players to reconsider their stances?
With training camp in full swing, we're taking stock of the league with a glass-half full approach.
Micah Adams
Irving repeatedly asked for privacy when pressed about his vaccination status, says status will be cleared up at the appropriate time.
Brian Mahoney — AP
Although Irving was not physically present for Brooklyn's media day due to health and safety protocols, he did take questions from reporters over Zoom.
The longtime late night host showed up to Nets media day and asked questions to Kevin Durant.
Sporting News is running through the 50 most exciting storylines that will define the 2021-22 season.
From LeBron's run up the record books to the NBA's top 75 all-time players, here are all of the top storylines to watch this upcoming season.
Ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season, our NBA.com Staff share their predictions for who they believe will be crowned Most Valuable Player.
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Trevor Booth
We know about the Big Three, but the Nets enter the 2021-22 season with a supporting cast that's arguably even better than last year's, featuring a blend of established veterans and young players looking to make a name for themselves early on in their careers.
The Nets will enter the 2021-22 season as the favourite to win the championship. Already boasting a star-studded roster, Brooklyn made several key additions over the offseason. Is health the only thing that can slow them down?
Star studded and deep, the Brooklyn Nets enter the 2021-22 season as one of the favourites to win the title. With a number of big name additions over the offseason, let's take a look at how the Brooklyn rotation could shake out.
Kyrie Irving, James Harden and Kevin Durant shared the court for only eight games during the 2020-21 regular season, but there's one stat in particular that shines a light on their sky-high potential together.
The Los Angeles Lakers and Brooklyn Nets enter the 2021-22 season with a combined 101 All-Star appearances, making them two of the top three most All-Star laden teams in NBA history.
The Lakers have made another addition to their roster, signing DeAndre Jordan. The one-time All-Star was not a part of Brooklyn's rotation in the 2021 NBA Playoffs but could have a bigger role with the Lakers, who appear to have a clear vision for their center rotation.
With training camp less than two weeks away and most rosters fully set, we're officially closing the book on the NBA offseason with our final grades.
Ever so often, there comes an NBA season when the two finalists from each conference appear to be a lock. Heading into the 2021-22 season the Lakers and Nets are giving off that aura. Coming off their spectacular offseasons, they look set to emerge out of their respective conferences and contend for the title in the 2022 NBA Finals.
In response to resurfaced quotes from Rasheed Wallace, NBA.com's Gilbert McGregor and Kyle Irving get in the age-old discussion of the NBA's best talent and their ability to dominate in various eras, beginning with LeBron James and Kevin Durant before expanding even further.
After advancing to the final of the 2021 US Open, Leylah Annie Fernandez spoke on Brooklyn Nets head coach Steve Nash, who showed his support by attending the match in her player box.
From Allen Iverson in 1999 to Luka Doncic in 2021, the NBA 2K video game series has tabbed some of the league's brightest stars and biggest legends as its cover athlete. Below, find a complete list of every cover athlete for every major console edition of the game.
The draft, free agency and trades and the avenues to building a contender. Not every team is constructed the same way. Ahead of the 2021-22 season, take a look at some of the contenders around the NBA and how they have priced their roster together.
The Pistons plan to work on a buyout agreement with Jordan, giving the 33-year-old the opportunity to choose his next team as a free agent.
According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, LaMarcus Aldridge will sign a one-year deal with the Nets for the upcoming season. The 36-year-old was recently cleared for basketball activity after retiring during the 2020-21 season due to a heart condition.
Aldridge has reportedly been cleared to play again, and the Nets are considered the top landing spot for the 36-year-old.
The Nets certainly won't be lacking talent as they head into the new season.
Paul Millsap has career averages of 13.7 points, 7.2 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.0 blocks per game. He's earned four All-Star selections, as well as one All-Defensive Second Team selection.
With the start of training camp just weeks away, our NBA.com Staff ranked the 30 best players in the NBA. Was it Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kevin Durant or LeBron James who claimed the top spot?
Unvaccinated players for the Knicks, Nets and Warriors will not be allowed to participate in home games because of government policies in New York City and San Francisco.
According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, Rajon Rondo plans to sign a one-year deal with the Lakers upon clearing waivers. The 35-year-old averaged 5.4 points and 4.4 assists over 45 games with the Hawks and Clippers in the 2020-21 season.
Injuries halted the Brooklyn Nets' championship hopes last season, but with their Big 3 healthy, James Harden believes they have every right to be the favourites to win the title in 2021-22.
Navigating an Olympic campaign and free agency may not have been easy for Patty Mills but it certainly was successful. The Australian guard secured a historic bronze medal with the Boomers while inking a deal with the Brooklyn Nets. Now he turns his attention to chasing a second NBA ring in new surroundings.
To celebrate the NBA's 75th Anniversary, the league will announce its "NBA 75" later this year, a list of the 75 greatest to have ever played the game. The last time the NBA did this was for its 50th anniversary, releasing a top-50 list back in 1997. The league has seen its fair share of legends emerge since that time, creating some difficult decisions for the new list-makers. Where do LeBron James, Steph Curry and Kevin Durant fit in? Do Chris Paul or Giannis Antetokounmpo have a case? Which older players get knocked out? We examine the tough questions ahead of the "NBA 75" release.
The Lakers will have a total of 42 games on ABC, TNT, ESPN and NBA TV in the United States in the 2021-22 season, the most in the league. Following them: Golden State (41) and Brooklyn (37).
We all do it, we all spend hours flicking through games, trying to find the ideal matchup to keep an eye on. While this list is admittedly way too early, here are the top ten teams to watch on NBA League Pass when the season rolls around!
The NBA released full schedules for all 30 teams on Aug. 20. SN went through all 1,230 games and identified the 10 can't-miss games on the calendar.
If you took a poll of NBA fans and asked them who has the best handles in the NBA, a large portion of them would say Kyrie Irving. Kyrie has long been the standard of dribbling in the league, and this past season he gave us some memorable highlights with his handle. This month, we take a look at ways to improve our handle and become a dribbling machine like the Nets superstar.
Is KD the best player in the world? How would a Nets title shape his legacy? Where will he sit among all-time greats? How size 18s, Olympic golds, and podcast interviews set the stage for Kevin Durant's signature season.
Teammates for two NBA titles and two Olympic golds, Kevin Duant sat down with Draymond Green to discuss an array of topics, ranging from their time in Golden State, the end of that era and the free agency decisions made throughout Durant's career.
NBA Summer League is highlighted by the opportunity to see the top picks in their first NBA action, but there are always a few under-the-radar rookies who have breakout performances, showing promise for the upcoming season. Here are 10 rookies who made the most of their opportunity in Las Vegas.
There's nothing like opening the season with a set of postseason rematches, though things will look different than they did in the spring. How different? Busy offseasons for all four teams involved will make for new-look rematches on opening night.
The NBA has announced its Opening Week national television schedule for the 2021-22 season and there is no shortage of star power. The eight games feature 12 different teams, including the last eight players to win MVP and three matchups from last year's playoffs.
The 2021 Christmas Day schedule consists of five games, headlined by a showdown between the Lakers and Nets, a playoff rematch between the Hawks and Knicks and a showdown between the Celtics and Bucks.
