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What channel is Lakers vs. Mavericks on today? Time, TV schedule for 2020 NBA Christmas game

Here is everything you need to know to watch Lakers vs. Mavericks, including the tipoff time and TV channel for the Christmas Day game.

Thomas Schlarp

NBA Christmas schedule 2020: What basketball games are on today?

The NBA's annual Christmas Day tradition continues with a full slate of five games, including a primetime Western Conference matchup between the Mavericks and Lakers.

Jordan Greer

Who was better at 21: Luka or LeBron?

It didn't take long to realize LeBron James was going to live up to the hype when he entered the NBA as a 19 year old. By age 21, he was already a two-time All-Star dominating the league. Sound familiar? Luka Doncic is on a similar path as a 21 year old, already entering MVP conversations, but which player was better at that age?

One matchup to watch in each Christmas Day game

Another year, another loaded Christmas Day slate full of superstars and superteams. Can Bam Adebayo keep Zion Williamson out of the paint? Will Kevin Durant and Jayson Tatum get into a shootout? Will Luka Doncic and LeBron James battle in another classic? How will Steph Curry and the Warriors bounce back from an ugly opening night? Here's what to watch in each game.

Scott Rafferty

Canadians take centre stage on Christmas

At least one Canadian will be present in each of the five Christmas Day games this year. In total, there will be eight Canadians across seven different teams taking the floor. From Toronto's Nickeil Alexander-Walker to Kitchener's Jamal Murray, find a rundown of 2020 Christmas Day CanCon in the NBA.

Gilbert McGregor

Recap of Wednesday's 12-game slate

With 12 games and 24 teams taking the floor, there was no shortage of blockbuster performances on Wednesday! On a night full of action, we've got you covered below with scores, news, highlights as well as the best fantasy performers.

NBA.com Staff

Clutch plays seal Suns win over Doncic, Mavs

Luka Doncic scored a game-high 32 points but the Suns, who had six players finish in double figures, came up clutch down the stretch to begin their 2020-21 campaign on a winning note.

Yash Matange

Optimal viewing plan for tonight's games

The NBA is back! Following an entertaining Opening Night, the action continues with 12 games on Wednesday. Here are the biggest storylines and the optimal viewing plan for the first loaded slate of the 2020-21 season.

Scott Rafferty

Our predictions for MVP, DPOY and more

With a new season on the horizon, our NBA.com Staff reveals their predictions for the league's biggest end-of-season awards, from who will be crowned Most Valuable Player to who will be named Coach of the Year.

NBA.com Staff

Ranking NBA's top 30 players entering 2020-21

Ahead of the 2020-21 NBA season, our NBA.com Staff ranks the 30-best players in the league. Did LeBron James come out on top? Where did Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant land? What about the bubble's breakout stars in Devin Booker, Jamal Murray and Donovan Mitchell?

Scott Rafferty

Biggest storylines from Day 7 of preseason

The stars were out in force on day 7 of preseason action, with Steph Curry, James Harden, Trae Young and Ja Morant all in action.

Kane Pitman

Predictions: Most Valuable Player

Ahead of the season, our NBA.com Staff share their predictions for Most Valuable Player. Will Giannis Antetokounmpo make it three in a row or is this the season his run ends?

NBA.com Staff

The case for five first-time MVP winners

Luka Doncic is the odds on favourite to win the 2020-21 MVP, but he's not the only potential first-time winner that should be on your radar.

Carlan Gay

Best Canadian matchups in first half

With the release of the first half of the 2020-21 NBA schedule, take a look at the best Canadian versus Canadian matchups to keep an eye on. With more than a handful of talented Canadians headlined by Jamal Murray, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Andrew Wiggins and RJ Barrett, there is no shortage of head-to-head meetings to look forward to.

Kyle Irving

Biggest storylines from Day 4 of preseason

Preseason action continued in the NBA with 12 teams taking the floor on Monday. From Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram's impressive performance, to Chris Paul's Suns debut, and a battle of the MVP favourites, we've got you covered with all the action from Day 4 of preseason.

Benyam Kidane

Can't-miss rookie matchups in first half

Since the rookies didn't get to experience Summer League with the quick turnaround between the NBA Draft and the start of the 2020-21 regular season, we'll have to use meaningful games to spotlight the prospects' first matchups. Take a look at some can't-miss matchups to look forward to in the first half of the season.

Kyle Irving

Which Christmas Day game are you looking forward to?

The best part about the quick turnaround of the 2020-21 NBA season is that we still get NBA Christmas Day games. The regular season's biggest stage is set with five high-quality matchups and plenty of stars on display. From Kyrie Irving finally returning to Boston, to MVP-favourite Luka Doncic bracing for another epic duel with LeBron James, to the Clippers looking for some revenge, it's sure to be an eventful day. Which game are you most looking forward to?

NBA.com Staff

Christmas Day schedule released

There are five games slated for Christmas Day, headlined by Nets guard Kyrie Irving's return to Boston and a showdown between Lakers forward LeBron James and Mavericks guard Luka Doncic.

Kyle Irving

Did the Raptors land in the top-10?

With NBA training camps opening on Dec. 1 and the majority of offseason moves behind us, it's time to rank the best teams in the NBA following their decisions in the draft, trade market and free agency. Which teams took the leap to get better? Who fell through the cracks and slid down since last season?

Kyle Irving

Full 2020 NBA Christmas schedule: Start times, matchups & more

There are five reported matchups on tap for Christmas Day.

Dan Bernstein

How the Mavs new pieces fit around Doncic

The Mavericks cut their losses, trading away one of the league's best shooters in Seth Curry in order to improve their defence, especially on the wings. Can their roster for the upcoming 2020-21 season function on-court as well as it fits on paper?

Yash Matange

How far can Doncic take the Mavericks?

The injury riddled Dallas Mavericks were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs last season and will be without Kristaps Porzingis for the start of the 2020-21 season. Can Luka Doncic continue to elevate his play as a potential MVP candidate and carry the Mavericks as far as they can go?

Kyle Irving

Seth Curry traded to 76ers to play for father-in-law Doc Rivers

The Mavericks traded Seth Curry to the 76ers, which made sense from a basketball perspective. But it also created quite the situation for Curry, who will now play for his father-in-law, Doc Rivers.

Billy Heyen

13 international players selected in 2020 NBA Draft

The NBA's global footprint continues to shine at the NBA Draft, with 13 international players from 10 different countries selected across the first and second rounds.

Benyam Kidane

Mavs draft Aussie Josh Green with No. 18 pick

With the Mavericks taking Green in the first round with the No. 18 overall pick, he becomes only the eighth Aussie in NBA Draft history to be selected in the first round.

Yash Matange

NBA teams with brightest futures: Thunder, Mavericks, Pelicans among risers ahead of draft

A combination of talented players already in tow and future draft picks make this group of teams most likely to break through for a deep playoff run from 2022 onward.

Dan Bernstein

Cloth Talk: The best new 'Classic' edition uniforms

Welcome to the second edition of NBA.com's Cloth Talk, where Gilbert McGregor and Kyle Irving delve into all things style in the NBA. With new uniforms being revealed by the day, the two key in on teams that have released their 'Classic' edition jerseys for the 2020-21 season such as the Nets, Warriors, Mavericks and Grizzlies.

Gilbert McGregor

On This Date: Dirk passes Hakeem for historic feat

Nowitzki finished his career ranked sixth all-time in scoring with 31,560 points. He passed a number of Hall of Famers along the way, including Hakeem Olajuwon, Elvin Hayes, Moses Malones, Shaquille O'Neal and Wilt Chamberlain.

Yash Matange

Free agent destinations for Dragic

The second-best point guard available in the free agent class, Dragic should receive a lot of interest around the league if he doesn't re-sign with the Heat. Which teams make the most sense for the one-time All-Star?

Scott Rafferty

MVP odds revealed for 2020-21 season

Doncic is coming off of a dominant season that saw him earn his first All-Star, his first All-NBA First Team selection and finish fourth in MVP voting behind Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron James and James Harden.

Scott Rafferty

Who is Stephen Silas? Rockets' new head coach follows in father's footsteps

The Rockets are hoping Stephen Silas' experience coaching guards will helps him piece together an effective James Harden-Russell Westbrook duo.

Billy Heyen

Ranking the best coaches in the NBA

Head coaching can be the difference between making or missing the playoffs, as well as winning or losing a series. Our NBA.com Staff ranks the 10 best head coaches in the league following the 2019-20 season.

Kyle Irving

Ranking the best international duos in the NBA

As the NBA game continues to expand around the world, international players have not only made their mark in the league, but have cemented themselves as superstars. Now with the NBA moving away from the "Big 3" era and into the age of "dynamic duos," which international combination sits at the top?

Benyam Kidane

Powell speaks on systemic racism, importance of voting and more

Earlier this month, Powell was named a recipient of the 2019-20 end-of-season NBA Cares Community Assist Award alongside Harrison Barnes of the Sacramento Kings, Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics, George Hill of the Milwaukee Bucks and Chris Paul of the Oklahoma City Thunder. He's the first member of the Mavericks to receive the end-of-season honour.

NBA.com Staff

Luka Doncic explains the layup

In this edition of Talking NBA, 2019 NBA Rookie of the Year Luka Doncic of the Dallas Mavericks explains what a layup is and its importance.

NBA.com Staff

Best individual performances from the playoffs

Jimmy Butler's 40-point triple-double in the Finals, Jamal Murray's 50 points to force a Game 7 against the Jazz, Luka Doncic's triple-double heard around the world, LeBron James' triple-double in the title clincher ... the 2020 NBA Playoffs was chocked full of historic performances from the game's elite. Which one takes the cake?

Scott Rafferty

Free agent destinations for Hollis-Jefferson

Like Fred VanVleet, Serge Ibaka and Marc Gasol, Hollis-Jefferson will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason. If he doesn't re-sign with the Raptors, which teams make sense for him?

Scott Rafferty

Free agent destinations for Gasol

If Gasol chooses to leave the Raptors as an unrestricted free agent this offseason, which teams make the most sense for him? There are four in particular that come to mind, plus a few wildcards.

Scott Rafferty

Dwight Powell among Community Assist award winners

This year’s end-of-season award recognizes five players whose exemplary work advanced social justice and provided COVID-19 relief and support, reflecting the longstanding passion of NBA players to give back to their communities and stand up for the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion.

Official Release

Delonte West picked up by Mavericks owner Mark Cuban, who offers to pay for rehab

Former NBA player Delonte West, who played for the Mavericks during his career, was picked up by Mavs owner Mark Cuban on Monday in an effort to help the reportedly homeless West.

Billy Heyen

Kentucky blue runs deep in NBA Playoffs

Headlined by one of the most intriguing matchups of the 2020 NBA Finals in Anthony Davis versus Bam Adebayo, the University of Kentucky was well-represented in a record-setting 2020 NBA Playoffs for Big Blue Nation.

Kyle Irving

All-NBA Teams announced

Unanimous selections Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James are joined by James Harden, Anthony Davis and 21-year-old Luka Doncic on the First Team. In earning a Second-Team selection, Siakam becomes the sixth Raptor player to earn All-NBA honours.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA playoff schedule 2020: Full bracket, dates, times, TV channels for every series

Here's everything you'll need to know about watching the 2020 NBA playoffs, including series-by-series TV schedules.

Jordan Greer

NBA playoff bracket 2020: Updated TV schedule, scores, results for Round 1 in the bubble

Here's the complete bracket for the 2020 NBA playoffs, including start times, TV channels and scores for every game.

Jordan Greer

Records broken by Doncic in playoffs debut

Luka Doncic provided NBA fans a postseason debut for the ages. The 6'7 guard from Slovenia set and broke multiple NBA records - and we explore them all.

Yash Matange

Rivers hails 'phenomenal' Kawhi after Clippers advance

Doc Rivers and Kawhi Leonard discussed Los Angeles' series-clinching victory over Dallas.

Sacha Pisani

Clippers' Marcus Morris ejected for Flagrant 2 foul after hacking Mavericks' Luka Doncic

More bad blood between the teams in this NBA playoff series.

Tom Gatto

Previewing Sunday's games

There are three games to look forward to on Sunday: Game 1 of Raptors-Celtics, followed by Game 6 of Clippers-Mavericks and Game 6 of Nuggets-Jazz.

Scott Rafferty

Kristaps Porzingis addresses injury, promises to 'bounce back soon'

The Dallas Mavericks will have to cope without Kristaps Porzingis if they are to beat the Los Angeles Clippers and make round two.

Omnisport

Porzingis (knee) out for series

The Mavericks announced on Friday that star forward Kristaps Porzingis suffered a lateral meniscus tear in his right knee in Game 1 of Dallas' series with the LA Clippers. He will miss the remainder of the series.

Kyle Irving

Rivers hails players after walkout

Clippers coach Doc Rivers again spoke passionately on the need for social change as he praised NBA players for agreeing to return to action.

Ben Spratt

Are there NBA games today? Playoff boycott forces postponed schedule

The Nuggets, Jazz, Raptors, Celtics, Clippers and Mavericks are scheduled to play today, but will these NBA games actually happen?

Jordan Heck

NBA Twitter believes Marcus Morris intentionally stepped on Luka Doncic's injured ankle

Morris has a history of overly aggressive plays, which doesn't help his case, but did he intentionally try to aggravate Doncic's injury?

Zac Al-Khateeb

Clippers can win an NBA title with this version of Paul George

George's return to form wasn't just about seeing the ball go in the basket.

Jordan Greer

PG stars in Clippers' big Game 5 win

In a blowout 154-111 Game 5 victory, the LA Clippers broke multiple franchise records en route to taking a 3-2 series lead in their first round matchup against the Dallas Mavericks.

Yash Matange

Previewing Tuesday's Game 5 action

Will the Jazz make it to their third Conference Semifinals in the last four years by eliminating the Nuggets in Game 5? What about the decisive Game 5 in the Clippers-Mavericks matchup? We preview both Game 5s on Tuesday's slate.

Yash Matange

What Luka Doncic's game-winning buzzer-beater sounded like inside the NBA bubble

Despite the lack of a real crowd, the NBA bubble scene was still awesome.

SJ Lynn

Paul George addresses struggles

The Dallas Mavericks levelled their series with the Los Angeles Clippers, and Paul George is aware his form needs to improve in Game 5.

Liam Blackburn

NBA players react to Luka Doncic carrying Mavericks, sinking buzzer-beater to stun Clippers

Doncic capped off one of the most spectacular playoff performances in recent memory Sunday night with an incredible buzzer-beating 3-pointer.

Jordan Greer

Paul George looks horrible for the Clippers and fans are calling him 'Pandemic P'

George is ice-cold against the Mavericks in a series where his Clippers appear vulnerable.

Dan Bernstein

Luka caps off legendary performance with game-winner

Hobbled by a sprained ankle, Doncic finished with a 43-point, 17-rebound, 13-assist triple-double, knocking down a step back 3 at the buzzer to even the series at two games apiece.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA world reacts to Luka's game-winner

Luka Doncic broke the Internet when he capped off an insane 40-point triple-double with a game-winning step-back 3-pointer to bring the Dallas Mavericks even at 2-2 with the LA Clippers. Take a look at what some of the NBA's stars were saying.

Kyle Irving

Luka's legendary performance by the numbers

The word "legendary" shouldn't be thrown around loosely but a closer look at the numbers from Luka Doncic's Game 4 against the LA Clippers show it's the only adjective that fits.

Gilbert McGregor

Luka Doncic is breaking the Clippers with his historic playoff production

Doncic hit the game-winning shot for the Mavericks in Game 4 on Sunday.

Dan Bernstein

Luka Doncic injury update: Will Mavs star return to series vs. Clippers?

Luka Doncic believes his ankle injury is not serious after the Dallas Mavericks' loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.

Omnisport

What to watch in Sunday's Game 4s

In what could be one of the last four-game slates of the first round, the Celtics and Raptors look to sweep while the Nuggets and Mavericks look to even things up in their respective series. We've got you covered with the biggest storylines to keep an eye on.

Gilbert McGregor

Paul George fights back criticism from Charles Barkley and others during slump

Paul George is in a 7-for-33 shooting slump over his last two games.

Omnisport

Doncic sprains left ankle, says 'It’s not that bad'

When Doncic exited the game for good in the fourth quarter, he had recorded his first career playoff triple-double with 13 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists.

Yash Matange

Kawhi powers Clippers to Game 3 win

Less than a minute after he recorded his first career playoff triple-double, Luka Doncic was forced to exit the game with a left ankle sprain. While the Mavericks still battled, Kawhi Leonard set a couple of playoff franchise records as he led his team to victory in Game 3.

Yash Matange

Luka Donic is off to a better playoff start than Dirk Nowitzki

Doncic recorded a triple-double in Game 3 against the Clippers.

Dan Bernstein

What's at stake in Friday's Game 3s?

The four-game slates in the 2020 postseason continues. Here's all you need to know about the Game 3s scheduled for Friday.

Yash Matange

Doncic's historic night helps Mavs level series

Luka Doncic followed up his impressive Game 1 performance by scoring 28 points to lead the Mavericks to a 127-114 win over the Clippers — their first postseason win since 2016.

Benyam Kidane

What's at stake in Wednesday's Game 2s?

The four-game slates in the 2020 postseason continues. Here's all you need to know about the Games 2 scheduled for Wednesday.

Yash Matange

The highs and lows of Luka's historic playoff debut

Luka Doncic's playoff debut was as captivating as anticipated, but it wasn't all glamorous for the fresh-minted superstar. His 42 points were the most by a player in a playoff debut, but the 21-year-old's 11 turnovers placed him on the wrong side of the record books. We look at the league's most tantalizing young player.

Kyle Irving

Doncic and Porzingis or Kawhi and PG?

Mavericks' young stars Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis are set to make their playoff debuts against the Clippers' dynamic duo of Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. Our NBA.com Staff debates which duo they'd rather have for the next three seasons.

NBA.com Staff

Complete first round playoff schedule

The NBA Playoffs begin Monday, August 17 with a full slate of four games. Check below for times and dates of the entire first round.

NBA.com Staff

NBA players rip Porzingis ejection

Kristaps Porzingis' playoff debut ended much earlier than expected.

Jordan Greer

Luka's 42 not enough in Game 1

The Slovenian set records in his postseason debut, but Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers clinched Game 1 with a 19-12 run over final six minutes of the game.

Yash Matange

NBA playoff predictions 2020: Why the Lakers are unlikely to win NBA Finals, according to one model

Here's what happens when Stats Perform simulates the 2020 NBA playoffs. And it is good news for the Milwaukee Bucks.

Ben Spratt

Previewing each first round series

NBA.com is your destination for complete coverage of every series from now through the end of the NBA Finals. Below, we've got you covered with all you need to know ahead of each series in the opening round.

NBA.com Staff

Clippers vs. Mavericks preview: Will Luka shine in playoff debut?

Led by Kawhi Leonard, the Clippers swept the Mavericks in the regular season. Will LA's success against Dallas carry over into the playoffs or will Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis make magic happen in their postseason debuts?

Scott Rafferty

Breaking down Thursday's NBA playoff scenarios

Here's a complete breakdown of the NBA's clinching scenarios for the Trail Blazers, Grizzlies, Suns and Spurs, including an updated bracket for Thursday, Aug. 13.

Dan Bernstein

How play-in tournament will be decided

The Blazers, Grizzlies, Suns and Spurs each have a chance of making the Western Conference play-in tournament. Here's what will decide which teams face off for an opportunity to play the Lakers in the first round of the playoffs.

NBA.com Staff

How Tuesday's results impact the playoff picture

It's the last busy day of action during the seeding game schedule, with seven games on the slate and plenty left to be sorted out in the standings.

NBA.com Staff

Blazers jump to 8th as Lillard drops 61

Lillard's game-winning performance made him 12th player in NBA history and the first in franchise history with consecutive 50-point games. More importantly, it pushed the Trail Blazers to the 8th seed in the West with a half-game lead over the three other teams in the race.

Yash Matange

What's at stake in Tuesday's games?

Can the Phoenix Suns improve to 7-0? What will the race for the eighth seed in the West look like? Here's a rundown of the standings and everything at stake in Tuesday's seven-game slate.

Yash Matange

Bucks lose to Raptors

The Los Angeles Lakers beat the Denver Nuggets thanks to Kyle Kuzma's buzzer-beater, while the Milwaukee Bucks lost to the Toronto Raptors.

Sacha Pisani

How Monday's results impact the playoff picture

We're a week away from the opening round of NBA playoffs and there are still a few things to be sorted out in the standings. With that in mind, here's how the results from Monday's five-game slate impacted the standings in the Eastern and Western Conference.

NBA.com Staff

What's at stake in Monday's games?

Can the Phoenix Suns improve to 6-0 and keep their playoff hopes alive? Can the Nuggets make a run for the West's No. 2 seed? Here's a rundown of the standings and all that's at stake in Monday's five-game slate.

Yash Matange

How Saturday's scores impact playoff picture

10 teams took to the courts at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando with a lot to play for on Saturday. Here's how each game impacted the playoff picture.

NBA.com Staff

Doncic's monster game gives Mavs OT win vs. Bucks

The 21-year-old Slovenian posted a league-leading 17th triple-double with 36 points, 14 rebounds, and a career-high 19 assists en route to leading the Mavericks to an entertaining 136-132 win in overtime.

Yash Matange

Warren outshines LeBron & Lakers

LeBron James returned from injury but the Los Angeles Lakers failed to avoid another defeat.

Matt Dorman

How Thursday's results impacted the playoff picture

The NBA restart in Orlando continued with another six-game schedule. Every game counts and every game has an impact on the playoff picture. Take a look at what today's games meant for the standings.

Gilbert McGregor

Rivers wants Clippers fighting fit

The Los Angeles Clippers have been blighted by injury and illness setbacks and Doc Rivers is hoping for that to change soon.

Russell Greaves

Harden leads Rockets past Lakers

The Houston Rockets handed the Los Angeles Lakers a second straight loss in the NBA.

Dejan Kalinic

Could the Mavericks play spoiler in playoffs?

Ahead of their meeting with the Clippers, our NBA.com Staff looks at the biggest storylines surrounding the Mavericks heading into the playoffs, from whether or not Luka Doncic is already a top-six player to their chance of upsetting a team in the first round.

NBA.com Staff

What's at stake in Thursday's games

The Western Conference logjam in the middle of the pack and the race to the eighth seed are both going down to the wire, while final playoff seedings in the middle of the East are also still up in the air. There's plenty of playoff implications from Thursday's six-game slate! Here's how things look ahead of the games.

Benyam Kidane

How Tuesday's results impacted the playoff race

Results from the six games on Tuesday had the race for the eighth seed in the West get even tighter and had a huge impact on the seedings for multiple teams. Find out below how Tuesday's results impact the playoff picture.

NBA.com Staff

Nets stun Bucks in NBA

The Milwaukee Bucks suffered back-to-back losses, while Devin Booker's last-gasp jumper stunned the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday.

Sacha Pisani

Doncic records historic triple-double

The Dallas Mavericks star poured in 34 pints, 20 rebounds, and 12 assists in 43 minutes, powering the Dallas Mavericks to a 114-110 overtime win over the Sacramento Kings.

Benyam Kidane

What's at stake in Tuesday's games?

From potential playoff previews, to the teams finding their groove, to the teams fighting for their playoff lives, there's plenty to keep track of during yet another busy day of NBA action.

Gilbert McGregor

How Sunday's games impacted the playoff race

The playoff-like intensity is impossible to ignore as the NBA restart continued with Sunday's six-game slate. Boston dealt Portland a setback in a thriller while San Antonio's playoff streak is still in play. What does it all mean for the playoff picture? We've got you covered below.

Gilbert McGregor

Westbrook helps Rockets edge Bucks

Russell Westbrook guided the Houston Rockets past the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA.

Dejan Kalinic

What's at stake on Sunday?

Through three game-days of the NBA season restart in Orlando, all teams have played at least one seeding game. Day four will see 12 teams compete in six highly impactful games. Below, check out the standings and what's at stake during Sunday's six-game slate.

Gilbert McGregor

Harden: It's not about the points

Despite scoring 49 points in an overtime win over the Dallas Mavericks, James Harden wanted to praise the Houston Rockets' defense.

Omnisport

How Friday's games impacted the playoff race

Who moved up in the standings? Who's in danger of falling? The first full day of action at the NBA's restart has had a wide-ranging effect on the standings in both the Eastern and Western Conferences.

Gilbert McGregor

Harden: It's not about the points

Despite scoring 49 points in an overtime win over the Dallas Mavericks, James Harden wanted to praise the Houston Rockets' defense.

Liam Blackburn

Harden's 49 helps Rockets pip Mavs, 153-149 in OT

The Houston Rockets' All-Star duo of James Harden and Russell Westbrook combined for 80 points, leading the team to a 14-point comeback win.

Yash Matange

Giannis leads Bucks past Celtics

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo led the way in a win over the Boston Celtics.

Dejan Kalinic

What's at stake in Friday's games?

With six games on the schedule, the sense of urgency is high as each team taking the floor has plenty to play for. Below, have a look at the current standings as well as what's at stake during today's full slate of action.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA games today: Full TV schedule for 2020 season restart on TNT, ESPN & more channels

Here is a complete TV schedule for the first two nights of NBA games during the 2020 season restart, including start times and channels for Thursday and Friday's national broadcasts.

Tadd Haislop

How Doncic defied the odds as a finisher

One of Doncic's supposed weaknesses entering the NBA? His athleticism. It was expected to be the reason he couldn't develop into a big-time finisher at the rim and yet that's exactly what he's become. Here's how the 21-year-old superstar has proven the skeptics wrong.

Scott Rafferty

What's at stake for the stars?

What would a 10th trip to the Finals mean for LeBron? Is the reigning MVP due for a breakthrough? Will Kawhi reassert himself as the game's best player? Can Pascal Siakam take yet another big leap? With the season less than a month away, here's a closer look into what the game's brightest stars are playing for on the court ahead of the restart.

Micah Adams

Is Kawhi still the best player in the NBA?

Is Kawhi Leonard still the best player in the NBA? Did Pascal Siakam do enough to stay in the top 10? Who are the biggest risers and fallers? Who are the best players who didn't make it? All that and more in our latest player rankings.

Scott Rafferty

NBA: No positive COVID-19 tests

Of the 344 players tested at the NBA 'bubble' over the past week, not a single one returned a positive COVID-19 result.

Dom Farrell

NBA returns: STATS preview

Using STATS data, we look at the best-performing players ahead of the NBA's return in Orlando, Florida.

Sacha Pisani

Scrimmage Roundup: Harden & Morant shine on final day

Headlined by big performances from James Harden, Luka Doncic and Ja Morant, we've got you covered with all the news from the final day of scrimmages in Orlando.

Benyam Kidane

Power Rankings: Where did the Raps land?

After four months without action, we're just days away from NBA games that will have an impact on the standings. Based on what we know from the first part of the season and what we've seen through early scrimmages, we're gaining an idea of just what to expect from the remainder of the season and who should come out on top.

Gilbert McGregor

5 takeaways from Day 5 of scrimmages in Orlando

10 teams took the floor on Day 5 of the scrimmages games in Orlando. Take a look at the biggest storylines from each game as the All-Star trio of Ben Simmons, Luka Doncic, and James Harden provided plenty of highlights.

Yash Matange

Previewing Sunday's scrimmage games

10 teams take the floor on Sunday, here's a quick preview of the biggest storylines for each team.

Yash Matange

Scrimmage Roundup: Giannis shows no rust; Curry starts on fire

For the second consecutive day, eight teams took the floor in Orlando for their first scrimmage games. Here are a few observations from the four games, headlined by MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo's dominant showing and Seth Curry's red-hot shooting performance.

Yash Matange

Previewing Thursday's scrimmages

After an entertaining Day 1, eight teams take the floor on Day 2 for their first scrimmage games. Here's a quick primer with the top storyline for each squad.

NBA.com Staff

Four players who have become unrecognizable

Pascal Siakam, Domantas Sabonis, Kristaps Porzingis and Chris Paul have changed more over the last few seasons than some players do in their entire careers. The reasons why vary, from personal growth to new surroundings, but the one thing they have in common is that they've benefitted tremendously from the changes they have made.

Scott Rafferty

NBA players, teams continue to promote social justice

A massive donation by Jrue Holiday. Messages on the backs of jerseys. Even an entire 'Black Lives Matter' themed bus. As the season's restart draws nearer, players and teams continue to fight for justice and shine the spotlight on important social issues.

Gilbert McGregor

The next Nash and Dirk or the next Heatles?

The next Steve Nash and Dirk Nowitzki or the next Heatles? NBA.com's Scott Rafferty and Juan Estévez discuss which route the Mavericks should go down to build a contender around their one-two punch of Doncic and Porzingis.

Scott Rafferty

Doncic's clutch numbers are worrying

32.3 percent from the field. 17.1 percent from the 3-point line. 65.2 percent from the free throw line. What in the world is going on with Luka Doncic in the clutch this season?

Scott Rafferty

Vince, LeBron and the NBA game changers

The 10-year anniversary of 'The Decision' and the retirement of a YouTube pioneer makes for an opportune time to revisit the NBA's biggest game changers. LeBron James, Vince Carter, Stephen Curry and Wilt Chamberlain are among the select few who transcended the game and forever changed the course of history.

Micah Adams

Players trending upwards before season suspension

Prior to the NBA season being suspended due to the coronavirus pandemic, Jayson Tatum, Russell Westbrook, Kristaps Porzingis and Bradley Beal were among the players who were trending upwards. How were they doing it and what did it mean for their respective teams? Let's take a closer look.

Scott Rafferty

NBA players opting out of Orlando restart

June 24 is the final date for players from the participating 22 teams to decide if they wish to play in the season restart or not. Here is a running list of players who will reportedly sit out.

NBA.com Staff

Power Rankings: All 22 starting backcourts

Do the Lakers have the worst backcourt with the loss of Avery Bradley? Where does the championship duo of Kyle Lowry and Fred VanVleet sit? And how much does experience matter down in the Disney World bubble?

Micah Adams

Cuban: Allow NBA players to kneel

NBA players should be allowed to kneel during the national anthem, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban said.

Dejan Kalinic

NBA's detailed plans for restart

The league distributed a 113-page handbook with details on hotels, game-day schedules and off-court accommodations. Here are the biggest key takeaways as the NBA moves closer to restarting.

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Year of the Most Improved Player

There are typically two or three players in consideration from Most Improved Player, but there's more than usual this season. From shockingly quick developments over the year to breakout players to first time All-Stars, take a look at some names to consider for the award.

Kyle Irving

How NBA legends performed in playoff debuts

In anticipation of Luka Doncic, as well as potentially Zion Williamson and Ja Morant, making their postseason debuts in 2020, we take a look back at how some of the league's biggest names — former and current — performed in their postseason debuts.

Yash Matange

The Mavericks' statement on the George Floyd protests left everyone confused

"History goes through phases."

Jordan Heck

OTD: Nowitzki explodes for 50 vs. Suns in 2006

The 7-foot German bounced back from a torrid Game 4 showing by going off for a playoff career-high 50 in Game 5 victory over his former teammate Steve Nash and the Phoenix Suns.

Yash Matange

Mark Cuban touts HGH as injury rehab aid after release of study results

The Mavericks owner wants leagues to finance more research after research he funded produced encouraging results.

Tom Gatto

All-Decade Team for 2000s

10 years, five players, one impossible task. Aside from a couple of no-brainers, choosing the All-Decade Team for the 2000s proved tough. Steve Nash or Jason Kidd? LeBron James or Kevin Garnett? Our week-long decade-by-decade trip through NBA history continues with our second All-Decade Team.

Benyam Kidane

Nash & Diaw lead Suns past Mavs in '06 playoffs

In Game 1 of the 2006 Western Conference Finals, Steve Nash and Boris Diaw combined for 61 points to lead the Phoenix Suns to a thrilling 121-118 win.

Benyam Kidane

Dirk (40 PTS) powers Mavs to comeback win

After trailing by 15 points with five minutes remaining in regulation, the Mavs rallied to secure a 112-105 overtime win over the Thunder to take a 3-1 series lead in the Western Conference Finals.

Benyam Kidane

Is Shawn Marion a Hall of Famer?

136 players have made more All-Star teams, he never finished in the top 10 in scoring and he never made an All-Defence team. Yet if you truly dive into The Matrix, you might discover that there's far more to Shawn Marion than what first meets the eye.

Micah Adams

An impossible question: Luka or Zion?

One of them slings icy daggers and runs subzero under pressure. One of them hammers home ferocious finishes and erupts in a blaze without a moment's notice. Luka Doncic and Zion Williamson couldn't be more different on the floor yet each already has the remarkable ability to impose their will in any game. Even more impressive? The degree to which they've already captured the imaginations of NBA fans everywhere.

Scott Rafferty

Cuban wants 'White House protocol' for testing Mavs

An amount of testing similar to that which is used at the White House would be needed before Mark Cuban reopens the Dallas Mavericks' facility.

Liam Blackburn

Teammate trivia: Vince Carter

In a career spanning an NBA-record 22 seasons, Vince Carter has played alongside 261 teammates. Can you name the top 20? Here's a hint: none of the players pictured here are among the top 20.

Pick a PF for post-80s dream team

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

Scott Rafferty

The best one-on-one scorers right now

Who is the most efficient? Who is the most dominant? Who is the scariest? Let's take a closer look at the league's best one-on-one scorers from the 2019-20 season.

Scott Rafferty

Re-watch Dirk's iconic Game 2 performance in 2011 Finals

Facing the prospect of going down 2-0 in the Finals, Dirk Nowitzki helped the Mavs overcome a 15-point fourth quarter deficit to tie the series at 1-1.

Benyam Kidane

NBA taking smallest step toward getting players back on court

The league reportedly is giving teams the go-ahead to open facilities for individual workouts, provided stay-at-home orders are lifted or adjusted.

Tom Gatto

NBA stars react to WNBA draft

With the eyes of the basketball world locked on the 2020 WNBA draft, NBA stars took to social media to support the newest women joining the professional ranks.

NBA.com Staff

Ranking the best duos in five years

While there are already a number of marquee duos in the NBA today, there are equally as many duos destined for greatness in the near future. Which young tandem will be the best five years from now?

Kyle Irving

OTD in 2019: Dirk & D-Wade's final home games

We recap all the tears, jubilation, and records from a memorable gameday of the 2018-19 regular season - April 9th.

Yash Matange

What's the deal with Doncic's 3-point shooting?

Doncic doesn't have the reputation of being a bad 3-point shooter, but he's been one of the worst — if not the worst — high volume 3-point shooters in the league this season. Is that a cause for concern for Doncic and the Mavericks or the rest of the league?

Scott Rafferty

The most slept on duos in NBA history

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

NBA.com Staff

Mavericks owner Mark Cuban changes stance about NBA season resuming in May

Mark Cuban said a date for a resumption of the 2019-20 NBA season has not even been discussed due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Peter Thompson

MVP Ladder update

With the season postponed, let's check in on where Pascal Siakam stands in the Most Valuable Player race.

Kane Pitman

Top 10 international players this season

Members of six different countries on our NBA.com Global staff voted on the NBA's top 10 players from the rest of the world. Europe, Africa and Australia were all continents with a presence in the top 10.

Agustín Aboy

Mavericks beat Suns despite NBA's coronavirus hiatus — well, not exactly

With the NBA postponed, Phoenix still gave fans their basketball fix, albeit virtually, on Friday.

Sacha Pisani

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.

Kyle Irving

Mark Cuban stunned by NBA season postponement, will support Mavericks employees who can't work

The Mavs owner said stunning isn't the right word to describe the coronavirus' impact on the NBA. "Just crazy."

Tadd Haislop

Follow live: Wednesday's action

A six game slate is headlined by two potential first round playoff matchups in the Western Conference, while Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans attempt to keep their playoff hopes alive.

NBA.com Staff

Doncic and Porzingis continue to grow

The Dallas Mavericks have the best offence in NBA history. That's right ... Best. Ever. Perhaps scariest of all? The evolving chemistry between Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis. After a relatively uneven start the duo is thriving, which signals bad news for the rest of the league as Dallas eyes a return to the playoffs.

Kane Pitman

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Tuesday's 9-game slate

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

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Sunday's 11-game slate

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

NBA.com Staff

Taking stock of the MVP race

Quite a lot has changed since the last time we checked in on the MVP race. The top two is the same, but there's a newcomer in the top-five and Russell Westbrook's emergence has impacted James Harden's MVP chances in a big way.

Scott Rafferty

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Kristaps Porzingis keeps showing why he's the perfect partner for Luka Doncic

The dynamic duo shined in Dallas' 127-123 overtime win over New Orleans.

Jacob Hancock

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Doncic triple-double helps Mavs edge Zion, Pelicans in OT

Four Mavericks combined for 101 points as they edged the Pelicans in an entertaining overtime contest behind a huge performance from their 1-2 punch in Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis.

B Kidane and Yas...

Luka vs. Zion, two different forms of dominance

The fourth and final showdown of the season between the Dallas Mavericks and New Orleans Pelicans has a special treat in Zion Williamson's presence. It will be the first duel between Zion and Luka Doncic, the initial chapter of a rivalry that holds promise for the future as two generational players that each shine in their own way.

A Aboy and Nacho...

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.

Kyle Irving

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.

Kyle Irving

Monday's scores: McCollum drops 41 PTS vs. Magic

CJ McCollum filled it up for the Blazers, while the Pacers and Heat extended their win streaks. Catch up on all the results below!

NBA.com Staff

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.

Kyle Irving

Sunday's action: Beal stays hot vs. Warriors

As the playoff push intensifies, the NBA season rolled on with a seven-game slate. We had you covered with scores, news and the best highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Seven players who have taken the leap

The list includes Ben Simmons, Jayson Tatum, Pascal Siakam and Luka Doncic, with an honourable mention to the likes of Trae Young and Malcolm Brogdon.

Benyam Kidane

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

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

NBA.com Staff

The most accomplished 21-year-old in basketball history?

Whether it's how many points he's scored or how many triple-doubles he's racked up, there aren't many players in NBA history who have done as much as the Slovenian guard before their 21st birthday. Throw in the smashing success overseas and he might just be the most accomplished 21-year-old in the history of the sport.

Scott Rafferty

Doncic ties Kidd in Mavs record books

There's a huge gap between Doncic and Kidd at the top. Michael Finley has the third-most triple-doubles in Mavericks history with six, followed by Dirk Nowitzki, Mark Aguirre, Dennis Smith and Antoine Walker.

Scott Rafferty

Monday's scores: Clippers flex muscles vs. Grizzlies

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

NBA.com Staff

Mark Cuban blasts NBA officials after odd call in Mavericks game

The Dallas owner named names after a crucial sequence went against his team.

Tom Gatto

Saturday's scores: Kings stun Clippers in LA

Sunday's action included the Clippers dropping their third straight game and the fourth of their last five as the Kings stunned them at the Staples Center.

NBA.com Staff

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?

Kyle Irving

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Doncic, Porzingis dominant in Mavs win

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

Kane Pitman

Five players to watch in final stretch

Our NBA.com staff breaks down the one player they're most looking forward to watching down the home stretch of the NBA regular season. Each of these players has the capability to take their team to another level, whether it's a better playoff seed or reaching the NBA Playoffs altogether.

NBA.com Staff

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?

Kyle Irving

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Luka Doncic injury update: Mavericks star ready to return against Kings

Luka Doncic has missed the past seven games for Dallas.

Sacha Pisani

Jazz hold off Mavs for 3rd-straight win

On the second night of a back-to-back, the Utah Jazz extended their win streak to three games, edging the Dallas Mavericks 123-119.

Benyam Kidane

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

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

NBA.com Staff

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Friday's scores: Beal nails game-winner vs. Mavericks

Friday's eight-game slate was headlined by the 76ers and the Jazz snapping their losing streaks while Bradley Beal nailed the game-winner vs. Mavericks.

NBA.com Staff

2020 Trade Deadline Tracker

We've got you covered with every transaction from the deadline as the league makes them official.

NBA.com Staff

Recapping a busy January

From midseason surprises to Rising Star selections, take a look back at a busy month that saw 17 Canadians take the floor.

Gilbert McGregor

Do Raptors make sense for Capela?

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Rockets are "actively discussing" trade scenarios involving Capela ahead of the trade deadline. Which teams make sense for the 25-year-old?

Scott Rafferty

Recap of Monday's 10-game slate

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

NBA.com Staff

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?

Kyle Irving

How long is Luka Doncic out? Mavericks star to miss time with ankle injury

The Mavericks will have to cope without Luka Doncic until at least Feb. 10, according to their coach.

Ben Spratt

Luka Doncic suffers fresh ankle sprain, to miss Mavericks' next game

Another ankle issue has forced Luka Doncic out of the Mavericks' game against the Rockets.

Matt Dorman

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