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Sporting News' NBA Top 100: Ranking basketball's best players (60-79)

As we head into the beginning of the 2018-19 NBA season, we're rolling out our Top 100 players. Here's how it looks from 60-79.

NBA on Halloween: games, times and TV schedule

The NBA has seven games scheduled for Halloween on Wednesday, October 31st

Five takeaways from Tuesday's preseason action

Paul George went off against the Bucks in the first half and the Rockets took an insane amount of 3-pointers.

Gordon, Powell, Thompson headlined Friday night's preseason action

Klay Thompson and Kevin Durant combined for 56 points in Seattle while Aaron Gordon posted 29 points in Orlando. Norman Powell scored 21 in a win for the Raptors.

Kawhi's second run, Melo's debut headline Tuesday night's action

From Carmelo Anthony's debut with the Rockets to Kawhi Leonard's second game with the Raptors here's what to watch on Tuesday night.

DeRozan, James debuts highlight preseason's third night

The San Antonio Spurs, Chicago Bulls, Charlotte Hornets, Los Angeles Clippers and Denver Nuggets all earned wins in Sundays' contests

History of the NBA Canada Series

This will be the 12th and 13th games of the NBA Canada Series

30 teams in 30 days: Denver Nuggets

From their projected record to five games to watch, here's everything you need to know about the Nuggets heading into the season.

Nuggets are making a smart gamble with IT

Thomas brings a lot of upside and little downside to a Nuggets team that just missed the playoffs last season.

Fantasy draft using Northwest Division teams

Will Russell Westbrook or Damian Lillard be the No. 1 pick?

NBA 2K19 Ratings for Canadian Players

Andrew Wiggins and Jamal Murray are the highest-rated Canadians in NBA 2K19.

Nash's impact on this generation of Canadians

From Cory Joseph to Jamal Murray, this generation of Canadian basketball players drew inspiration from Nash's Hall of Fame career.

Is Jamal Murray the next Damian Lillard?

The case for Murray's development into an All-Star this season.

11 must-see Canadian vs. Canadian games in 2018-19

Circle these dates on your NBA calendar and get your league pass ready.

Why Nuggets' Jamal Murray is ready to make All-Star leap next season

After averaging 16.7 points, 3.7 rebounds and 3.4 assists in his second season, Nuggets guard Jamal Murray is primed to make another big leap.

Biggest offseason move each team made in Northwest Division

A year after each of the five teams finished comfortably over .500, the NBA's most competitive division is ready for another tight race after an offseason in which none of them took a step back.

When Canadian talent faces the Raptors in 18-19

The Raptors schedule features at least 27 games featuring Canada's NBA talent.

Best of 2018 Rookie Photo Shoot

The talented 2018 draft class gathered in New York Sunday for the league's annual Rookie Photo Shoot.

NBA schedule release 2018: Trail Blazers, Wizards get creative with reveals on Twitter

Portland and Washington were among the teams that had the most fun announcing their season slates.

Track Western Conference player movement

IT reached out to Celtics about potential reunion

Thomas signed a one-year deal with the Nuggets this offseason.

Porter Jr. undergoes another back surgery

Michael Porter Jr., who slid to Denver at No. 14 in the NBA Draft due to ongoing back issues, had a second surgery last week, NBA.com learned Wednesday.

NBA free agency rumors: Hornets, Nuggets interested in Tony Parker

Tony Parker is on the market as an unrestricted free agent, and he's already receiving significant interest from multiple teams.

Report: Nuggets trade Chandler to Sixers

Chandler started in 71 of the 74 games he appeared in during the 2017-18 season, averaging10.0 points, 5.4 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game.

NBA Draft grades: Celtics, Suns shine; Hornets, Jazz miss mark

There was not quite as much movement as expected on NBA Draft night, but for some teams, it was a night to remember. For some, it’s already forgettable.

Report: Nuggets Porter uncertain for Summer League

Porter finished his college career having played just 53 total minutes.

Will draft gambles by Hawks, Mavs, Nuggets pay off?

There were 60 players selected in Thursday’s NBA Draft, but there is much invested in the star power of three guys: Luka Doncic, Trae Young and Michael Porter Jr.

Canada's Jackson selected by Nuggets, traded to Magic

Jackson will join fellow Canadian Khem Birch in Orlando.

NBA Draft 2018 trades: Tracking draft-night deals

NBA Draft night usually includes a flurry of trade activity. SN is keeping track of the deals that take place at the 2018 draft.

Report: Hawks could trade for Faried

The rebuilding Atlanta Hawks could be in play to acquire seldom-used Nuggets forward Kenneth Faried, per various reports.

Eight NBA players headline Team Canada's stacked roster

The list of 18 training camp invitees include eight active NBA players.

The Harvey's Canadian Report: May Edition

The Harvey's Canadian Report is your monthly destination for Canadian NBA news.

The future is bright for Nuggets forward Trey Lyles

Perhaps no Nuggets player has a more fascinating arc of potential than Trey Lyles.

Breaking down Jamal Murray's second year with Nuggets

Jamal Murray has big plans to dictate his improvement this summer.

NBA playoffs 2018: Revisiting past first-round upsets of top seeds

Since the NBA expanded the playoffs to include eight teams per conference in 1984, teams seeded 1 or 2 have failed to advance past the first round just 10 times.

NBA playoffs 2018: Revisiting past first-round upsets of top seeds

Since the NBA expanded the playoffs to include eight teams per conference in 1984, teams seeded 1 or 2 have failed to advance past the first round just 10 times.

How rapper Lil B had a hand in dashing the Nuggets' playoff hopes

Lil B's Basedgod curse is alive and well — and the Denver Nuggets are the latest victim.

Timberwolves earn final playoff spot, eliminate Nuggets in overtime thriller

Minnesota is back. The Timberwolves ended their playoff drought Wednesday night with an incredible 112-106 overtime win against the Nuggets.

Nuggets vs. Timberwolves adds to rare history of win-or-go-home games

On the final night of the 2017-18 regular season, the Nuggets (46-35) take on the Timberwolves (46-35) for the final spot in the NBA playoffs. How's that for drama?

Nuggets vs. Timberwolves adds to rare history of win-or-go-home games

On the final night of the 2017-18 regular season, the Nuggets (46-35) take on the Timberwolves (46-35) for the final spot in the NBA playoffs. How's that for drama?

NBA playoffs 2018: Standings, clinching scenarios ahead of Wednesday's games

With only one day left in the 2017-18 NBA regular season, the playoff picture is starting to come into focus. Here are the clinching scenarios ahead of Wednesday night's slate of games.

NBA playoffs 2018: Standings, clinching scenarios ahead of Monday's games

With only three days left in the 2017-18 NBA regular season, the playoff picture is far from clear. Here are the clinching scenarios ahead of Monday night's slate of games.

Raptors get back into win column with comeback victory over stubborn Nuggets

The Toronto Raptors avoided a second-straight loss with a come-from-behind victory over the Denver Nuggets at Air Canada Centre on Tuesday.

Three incidents that turned up heat in new Lakers-Nuggets mini-rivalry

Tuesday night's game between the Lakers and Nuggets at Staples Center was just the latest chapter of what has become a surprisingly fun mini-rivalry for two up-and-coming teams.

Jamal Murray: 'From a small city in Canada' to one of NBA's top emerging talents

The Kitchener native's second season reaffirms his potential to develop into a top-tier talent.

Russell Westbrook gives wandering spectator shove after Thunder loss

The Thunder point guard pushed the fan, who was where he shouldn't have been, before security finally arrived.

Celtics vs. Nuggets: Preview, time, TV channel, how to watch online

After coming up short against the Warriors, the Celtics look to close a four-game west coast trip with a victory when they visit the Nuggets on Monday night.

NBA schedule: Week of Jan. 22 games include Celtics-Warriors, Cavaliers-Spurs

The top games in the NBA this week are headlined by a showdown between the East-leading Celtics and West-leading Warriors.

Rockets-Clippers beef continues in LA locker room; CP3, Harden, others call for Griffin

Houston and LA weren't satisfied to leave their beef on the court Monday night. They threatened to have it spill over into the Clippers' locker room.

NBA schedule: Week of Jan. 15 games include full MLK Day lineup, Warriors-Cavs

This week's NBA schedule includes a few highly-anticipated matchups between top teams, including Warriors vs. Cavs and Warriors vs. Rockets.

NBA schedule: Week of Jan. 8 games include Cavs-Raptors and Warriors-Bucks

A matchup between two Eastern Conference contenders highlights this week's NBA schedule.

NBA schedule: Week of Dec. 25 NBA games, including premier Christmas Day matchups

Cavs-Warriors highlights the NBA Christmas Day schedule, but the rest of the week also packs a few must-see games.

Oladipo leads Pacers past Nuggets

Oladipo has been the best player in the offseason trade that sent Paul George to Oklahoma City.

Irving leads Celtics past Bucks

The Celtics continue to pace the Eastern Conference thanks to big performances from point guard Kyrie Irving.

Jamal Murray on showing up Lonzo Ball: 'I may have taken it too far'

Nuggets guard Jamal Murray dribbled around Lakers rookie Lonzo Ball to end Saturday night's game. Julius Randle clearly wasn't a fan of the move.

Friday scores and highlights

A look at the scores and highlights from Friday night around the NBA.

Irving leads Celtics to another win

Boston has now won 16 straight games after opening the season with two loses.

Jusuf Nurkic on requesting trade from Nuggets: 'It just came to the point where I needed to go'

Trail Blazers center Jusuf Nurkic revealed he twice made trade requests to Nuggets general manager Tim Connelly, once in April 2016 and then again in December.

Friday scores and highlights

A look at the scores and highlights from around the NBA Friday.

Raptors 'embarrassed' after 18-point loss against Nuggets

The Nuggets beat Toronto 129-111 on Wednesday after what coach Dwane Casey called a soft showing.

Raptors fall hard to Nuggets in Denver

Toronto falls 121-111 to Nuggets, snapping two game win streak.

Valanciunas, Ibaka set to return against the Nuggets

Toronto big men are expected to be back in the lineup on Wednesday night in Denver.

Kristaps Porzingis answers the questions: He is the Knicks' go-to guy

Kristaps Porzingis is the first Knicks player to score 30 or more points in five of the team's first six games. That has earned him "MVP!" chants from the fans at MSG.