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Santa's NBA Naughty and Nice list

Santa has less information available to him than ever before when he crafted his NBA Naughty and Nice list this year, with only a few games played leading up to Christmas Day. Which teams and players will end up with a mountain of toys or a lump of coal under their tree this year?

Kyle Irving

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

True or False: Nuggets are better than Clippers

Heading into their Christmas Day matchup, our NBA.com Staff weighs in on which team they think is better following their epic seven-game series in the 2020 NBA Playoffs.

NBA.com Staff

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

James reveals update on ankle

The Lakers' NBA title defense started in defeat and LeBron James spoke of the difficulty of starting the new campaign.

Stats Perform News

Lakers' gaudy championship rings have Kobe Bryant tributes, removable top

The Lakers made sure the Mamba was part of their championship season.

Joe Rivera

George, Leonard power Clippers to Opening Night win

Sporting News provided live scoring updates and highlights from Lakers vs. Clippers. Check out all of the highlights you missed right here.

Jordan Greer

MVP-level George returns in Clippers opener

As the Lakers received their championship rings, the LA Clippers spoilt the party as Paul George's 33 points powered them to a 116-109 win on opening night.

Benyam Kidane

PG credits offseason for game-winning performance vs. Lakers

His 33-point game-winning performance made George the first Clipper to record three straight 30-point outings against the Lakers since the franchise relocated to Los Angeles in 1984.

Yash Matange

LeBron confident he'll play Xmas Day after injuring ankle

LeBron James exited the game for good with 7:51 remaining after turning his ankle, but says he will be available for the Lakers' Christmas Day showdown vs. the Dallas Mavericks.

Benyam Kidane

Sights and sounds from opening night

No fans, masked coaches, championship rings and yet-to-be-revealed banners. Opening night of the 2020-21 NBA season was one like no other. Below, find some of the best visuals from a unique night.

Gilbert McGregor

Live updates from Opening Night

The 2020-21 NBA season opened up with quite the doubleheader. Plenty of numbers and highlights to catch up on and we got you covered with it all.

NBA.com Staff

Did the Clippers get better or worse?

The LA Clippers weren't quite as active as other teams in the league this offseason, but they still made notable moves. Tyronn Lue, Serge Ibaka and Luke Kennard are in while Doc Rivers, Montrezl Harrell and Landry Shamet are out. It begs the question: Did the Clippers get better, worse or stay the same this offseason?

NBA.com Staff

Meet Talen Horton-Tucker, the Lakers prospect who has LeBron James excited

The Lakers' 20-year old Talen Horton-Tucker has LeBron James excited. If Los Angeles turns to some load management with James and Anthony Davis, Horton-Tucker could play a big role in the 2020-21 season.

Billy Heyen

How champion Lakers got even better with offseason moves for Dennis Schroder, Montrezl Harrel & more

The Lakers improved an NBA title-winning roster this offseason by trading for Dennis Schroder and signing Montrezl Harrell, Marc Gasol and Wesley Matthews.

Billy Heyen

What channel is Lakers vs. Clippers on tonight? Time, TV schedule for NBA Opening Night game

Which team will win the latest battle for LA? Here is everything you need to know about how to watch Clippers vs. Lakers on the NBA's Opening Night.

Jordan Greer

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

Who enters the season in the top-10?

The 2020-21 NBA season is upon us! After a whirlwind of an offseason that saw the draft, free agency, training camp and preseason go by in the blink of an eye, it's time for NBA basketball again. Which teams have best positioned themselves to make a run at a title? Which teams regressed since we last saw them take the floor? Check out our NBA Power Rankings heading into the new season.

Kyle Irving

Celebrate first-ever NBA Jersey Day

The NBA is encouraging fans around the world to show their excitement for the new season by sporting their favourite NBA jersey.

NBA.com Staff

Can the Clippers bounce back?

Following a disappointing second round exit in last season's playoffs, the LA Clippers enter 2020-21 with championship aspirations and a point to prove. Can new head coach Ty Lue strike the right balance with their revamped roster and get the star duo of Kawihi Leonard and Paul George firing on all cylinders?

Benyam Kidane

DraftKings NBA DFS Picks for Opening Night: Showdown advice for Lakers vs. Clippers, Warriors vs. Nets

Lakers vs. Clippers is one headliner on NBA Opening Night, but you can have even more fun with DraftKings NBA DFS for the two-game slate with Warriors-Nets along with DraftKings Showdown lineups for each single game.

Billy Heyen

Best players in 2021 free agent class

The 2021 free agent class has lost a lot of star power with Giannis Antetokounmpo, Paul George, Rudy Gobert and LeBron James signing extensions this offseason. Now that they're off the table, who are the best players set to be free agents next offseason?

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

Is Doc Rivers the Tobias Harris whisperer?

The last time Harris played for Doc Rivers, he was a borderline All-Star. Can Rivers help Harris get back to that level? It starts with putting Harris in more pick-and-rolls, something he had a lot of success with in Los Angeles.

Scott Rafferty

Biggest storylines from Day 3 of the preseason

Preseason action continued in the NBA with 12 teams taking the floor on Sunday. From the Nets' All-Star duo making their debut to the LA franchises playing the second of their two preseason games, there were plenty of storylines to keep track of. We've got you covered with all the action from Day 3 of preseason.

Yash Matange

Biggest takeaways from Day 1 of preseason

The NBA pre-season got underway with 10 teams in action. The Lakers new additions impressed in their first outing, while John Wall and DeMarcus Cousins made their return to the court after lengthy layoffs. We've got you covered with all the action from Day 1.

Benyam Kidane

Three takeaways from George's massive contract extension

George signed a maximum contract extension with the Clippers that guarantees him as much as $226 million over the next five years.

Jordan Greer

LeBron, AD to miss preseason opener

The Lakers will begin their preseason schedule without LeBron James and Anthony Davis.

Stats Perform News

Paul George inks max extension with Clippers

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, George's deal guarantees him as much as $226 million over the next five years.

Gilbert McGregor

On This Date: CP3 makes history with epic 20-20 game

Not only was it the first 20-20 game of Paul's career, it was enough to make and break franchise and NBA records.

Yash Matange

Individual duels we missed out on last season

From KD and LeBron to Curry and Lillard, the release of the first half of the 2020-21 NBA schedule means that fans can now circle their calendars for some of the biggest head-to-head matchups they were robbed of due to injuries over the past few seasons.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA schedule release: Here are the Opening Night, Christmas Day games for 2020-21 season

Which NBA teams got primetime placement on Opening Night and Christmas Day? Here is the full schedule for the first three days of the 2020-21 NBA season.

Jordan Greer

Why Lue is the ideal head coach for Clippers

Lue, who was a member of the Clippers coaching staff this past season, is now expected to take the team to the next level after a postseason that ended in disappointment. Working in LA's favour is the fact that this isn't exactly unfamiliar territory for Lue.

Gilbert McGregor

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

Opening Night schedule released

The 2020-21 NBA season is set to begin with a doubleheader on Tuesday, Dec. 22.

Gilbert McGregor

Opening week marquee games revealed

Opening Week of the 2020-21 NBA season features the Warriors taking on the Nets, the Mavericks taking on the Lakers and the Clippers taking on the Nuggets in a Western Conference Semifinals rematch.

Scott Rafferty

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

Report: Noah 'likely headed towards retirement'

The retirement would end a remarkable 13-year career, highlighted by Noah's years with the Chicago Bulls.

Yash Matange

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

There are five reported matchups on tap for Christmas Day.

Dan Bernstein

Report: Clippers to sign Batum

The Clippers continue to add to their second unit, with the reported signing of former Charlotte Hornets swingman Nic Batum, according to The Athletic's Shams Charania.

Benyam Kidane

Who should headline Christmas Day?

Christmas Day has long been the NBA's marquee day and this year will be no different. We asked our NBA.com staff to give us the matchup they hope to see most on the biggest day of the year.

NBA.com Staff

Examining Ibaka's fit with the Clippers

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, Ibaka plans to sign a two-year, $19.0 million deal with the Clippers. It's a big loss for the Raptors, who reportedly had strong interest in keeping Ibaka, but a tremendous gain for the Clippers.

Scott Rafferty

Ibaka thanks Raptors in heartfelt message

"I feel really blessed to have played for this city, these fans, and this organization," Ibaka wrote. "The love I have received during this journey I will never forget."

Scott Rafferty

Report: Ibaka to sign with Clippers

According to The Athletic's Shams Charania, the deal includes a player option in the second year. In Los Angeles, Ibaka reunites with Kawhi Leonard, a former teammate of his on the Toronto Raptors' 2019 championship-winning squad.

Yash Matange

NBA Free Agency 2020: Setting the market

A flurry of deals came through on night one of NBA free agency 2020, but who set the market and what trends have dictated the value of certain players?

Kane Pitman

Patrick Beverley, Twitter react to Montrezl Harrell leaving Clippers for Lakers

The NBA's reigning Sixth Man of the Year will reportedly sign a two-year, $19 million deal with the Lakers.

Jacob Hancock

Report: Harrell agrees to terms with Lakers

The 26-year-old Harrell is coming off a career-year where he averaged 18.6 points, 7.1 rebounds and 1.1 blocks in 63 games for the LA Clippers.

Carlan Gay

Ranking the best players in free agency

Including Anthony Davis and Brandon Ingram, both of whom were All-Stars last season, as well as Fred VanVleet, Goran Dragic and Aron Baynes.

Scott Rafferty

Best power forwards in free agency

The power forwards who are set to be free agents this offseason are a mix of shooters and defenders, headlined by a seven-time All-Star in Anthony Davis.

Scott Rafferty

Best centres in free agency

Marc Gasol and Serge Ibaka are two of the best centres available in free agency this year. Who else should teams in need of a big man target?

Scott Rafferty

Four stats to know about Montrezl Harrell

This season's Sixth Man of the Year, Harrell is one of the best free agents available this offseason. Here are four stats that shed some light on what he brings to the table.

Scott Rafferty

This year's best 3-and-D free agents

While this year's free agent class might not have as many players that fall under the traditional guise of a 3-and-D player, there are a number of available guys that can be entrusted with being a defensive game changer while knocking down perimeter shots at a high clip.

Gilbert McGregor

Trade destinations for Westbrook

According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, Westbrook wants out of Houston. If the Rockets do make him available ahead of the 2020-21 season, there are a number of teams that could pursue the nine-time All-Star.

Scott Rafferty

Free agent destinations for Rondo

Rajon Rondo has a player option worth $2.69 million with the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason, but a report has said that he will opt out of his deal and test free agency. While that doesn't mean he won't re-sign with the Lakers on a new deal, take a look at some other options for the two-time NBA champion point guard.

Kyle Irving

Meet the NBA's new head coaches

Almost a third of the teams in the NBA will enter the 2020-21 season with a new head coach, including a rebuilding team in the Knicks, a team on the rise in the Pelicans and a title contender in the Clippers.

Scott Rafferty

Report: Ty Lue finalizing additions to coaching staff in LA

Chauncey Billups and Larry Drew are reportedly finalizing agreements to become assistant coaches alongside recently hired head coach Tyronn Lue.

NBA.com Staff

Best free agent defenders

So often the focus when looking at free agency is on the offensive end. With that in mind, who are the best options on the defensive side of the floor among the 2020 free agents?

Kane Pitman

Are the Raptors a destination for Harrell?

Reigning Sixth Man of the Year Montrezl Harrell is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. As one of the best available players in the 2020 free agent class, what are some destinations for the scoring centre?

Kyle Irving

Can the Clips build around Kawhi?

The Clippers find themselves at a crucial juncture, with a number of big decisions to make regarding key players set to command plenty of interest in the open market.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA free agency rumors: Clippers may look to steal Rajon Rondo away from Lakers

The Lakers aren't the only Los Angeles team looking to sign Rondo.

Jordan Greer

Ranking this season's best duos

In a time where big threes have more or less taken a back seat, we've entered the era of the modern-day duo, where no two pairs are alike. With that in mind, I've ranked the 15 best duos from the 2019-20 season, taking the regular season and playoffs into account.

Gilbert McGregor

Why Tyronn Lue is ready to get the most out of these Clippers

Lue reportedly agreed to a five-year deal Thursday to become Los Angeles' next head coach.

Jordan Greer

Report: Clippers hiring Lue to be head coach

Lue was an assistant coach on the Clippers in 2019-20. He's set to replace Doc Rivers, who stepped down as head coach following the team's loss to the Nuggets in the second round of the playoffs.

Scott Rafferty

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

Nurse recalls Kawhi's first vocal moment as a Raptor

As a guest on The Woj Pod with ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, Nurse spoke on a wide range of topics, including a few of the anecdotal passages from his upcoming book, like the first time 2019 Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard made a vocal statement during his time with the Raptors.

Gilbert McGregor

Lakers favourites to win in 2021, Raps in top 10

The early odds-on favourite for the 2021 NBA championships is the Los Angeles Lakers. Can LeBron James and Anthony Davis get the Lakers back to the Finals two years in a row?

Carlan Gay

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

How did Lakers' GM finish so low in Exec of the Year voting?

Clippers president Lawrence Frank was voted the league's top executive, and five others also finished ahead of Pelinka, who helped guide the Lakers to their first Finals appearance since 2010.

Jacob Hancock

Executive of the Year award winner revealed

Frank received 10 of 29 first-place votes and earned 61 total points from a panel of team basketball executives throughout the NBA.

Official Release

76ers hire Doc Rivers as head coach

Just three days after he parted ways with the Clippers, Doc Rivers has reached a deal to take over as head coach of the Philadelphia 76ers.

Benyam Kidane

Who should be next Clippers coach?

Doc Rivers has stepped down as head coach of the Clippers. Who should replace him? Our NBA.com Staff weighs in.

NBA.com Staff

Clippers' four top coaching candidates to replace fired Doc Rivers

Less than two weeks after being eliminated from the 2020 NBA playoffs, the Clippers are looking for a new head coach.

Jordan Greer

Doc Rivers out as Clippers coach

"When I took this job, my goals were to make this a winning basketball program, a free agent destination, and bring a championship to this organization," Rivers penned in a statement on Twitter. "While I was able to accomplish most of my goals, I won't be able to see them all through."

Gilbert McGregor

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

LeBron's still The King

In Year 17, LeBron James is leading the charge of the Lakers 2020 postseason run, again putting his reign on top into perspective. As each challenger to the throne arises, we’re offered the chance to appreciate LeBron's longevity.

Gilbert McGregor

Burning questions the Clippers need to answer

A blown 3-1 series lead, no championship to speak of ... the Clippers have a lot of questions to ask and find the answers to this offseason.

NBA.com Staff

Clippers' Game 7 loss adds to long history of letdowns

With preseason title aspirations, the 2019-20 LA Clippers had an opportunity to overcome 49 years of misfortune. After squandering a 3-1 lead in the Western Conference Semifinals, the franchise has again failed to get over the hump.

Gilbert McGregor

Kitchener's Jamal Murray sends Kawhi Leonard home; Raptors fans, Canadians love it

Leonard left Toronto last summer after helping the Raptors win the NBA championship, and no one has forgotten.

Jackie Spiegel

George: We didn't meet expectations

The Los Angeles Clippers will continue to grow as a team after their playoff heartbreak, says Paul George.

Peter Hanson

Murray demands Nuggets respect

The Denver Nuggets ousted the Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA playoffs and Jamal Murray said people need to start respecting the team.

Stats Perform News

Damian Lillard, CJ McCollum show no Twitter mercy after Clippers blow 3-1 lead

Patrick Beverley in particular faced the heat from the Portland duo.

Dan Bernstein

Nuggets complete stunning series comeback with Game 7 win

Sporting News provided live updates from Tuesday night's playoff matchup between the Nuggets and Clippers. Check out all the highlights you missed right here.

Jordan Greer

The numbers behind Denver's historic run

The Denver Nuggets continued their historic postseason run, with a Game 7 win over the LA Clippers, setting and breaking plenty of records along the way.

Gilbert McGregor

Kawhi speaks on Clippers lack of chemistry

From Leonard to George to Lou Williams, multiple Clippers connected their blown leads in Games 5, 6 and 7 to a lack of chemistry.

Yash Matange

Murray: 'We believe in each other'

The Denver Nuggets continue to defy the odds after completing their second 3-1 comeback of the post-season.

Benyam Kidane

NBA players react to Denver's 3-1 comeback

The Denver Nuggets became the first team in NBA history to rebound from consecutive 3-1 series deficits in the same playoffs and this achievement had their peers taking to Twitter.

Yash Matange

How the Nuggets shocked the Clippers in Game 7

The Nuggets came back from a 12-point second-quarter deficit to cap off their second consecutive 3-1 series comeback with a 104-89 Game 7 victory against a star-studded LA Clippers squad.

Yash Matange

Nuggets advance to WCF with huge win over Clippers

Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic combined to propel the Nuggets to the Western Conference Finals with a 104-89 win over the Clippers in Game 7!!

Benyam Kidane

What channel is Clippers vs. Nuggets on today? Time, TV schedule for Game 7 in 2020 NBA playoffs

Los Angeles and Denver meet in a win-or-home Game 7 on Tuesday in the Orlando bubble. Find out all of the details for how to watch the action with our viewing guide.

Dan Bernstein

Soundsystem Live: Are the Clippers in trouble? Plus Heat-Celtics predictions

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty get you up to speed with the latest around the NBA on NBA Soundsystem.

NBA.com Staff

History in the making: Denver has been here before

After overcoming a 3-1 deficit in the opening round, the Nuggets are one win away from becoming the first team in NBA history to overcome the deficit twice in the same postseason. As history suggests, this franchise is no stranger to NBA firsts.

Gilbert McGregor

Paul George: Clippers still in the driver's seat heading into Game 7

The Clippers surrendered another big lead to the Nuggets, but LA forward Paul George says the alarm bells are not ringing.

Stats Perform News

Jokic on Game 7: 'The pressure is on them'

After finishing with 34 points, 14 rebounds and seven assists to help the Nuggets force a Game 7 against the Clippers after facing a 3-1 deficit. Following the game, Jokic told ESPN's Malika Andrews that he feels like his team faces no pressure.

Gilbert McGregor

Jokic stars, Nuggets rally to force Game 7

Down by as many as 19 points in the third quarter, the Nuggets outscored the Clippers 56-27 over the final 30 minutes of the game to force a decisive Game 7.

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Jokic on Game 5 comeback: 'We didn't want to quit'

"I know everybody is excited about the Lakers playing the Clippers in the Western Conference Finals but we’re hoping to have something to say about that," Nuggets head coach Mike Malone said postgame.

Yash Matange

Nuggets force Game 6 with 4th quarter comeback

The LA Clippers are going to have to work for that elusive Conference Finals appearance as the Nuggets rallied from 16 points down to force a Game 6 and keep their season alive.

Yash Matange

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

Nuggets need to share ball – Porter

Michael Porter Jr. thinks the Denver Nuggets need to look beyond Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray.

Tom Webber

Leonard powers Clippers to 3-1 series lead

The LA Clippers are one win away from their first-ever Western Conference Finals after a 96-85 win over the Denver Nuggets in Game 4.

Benyam Kidane

Malone responds to Beverley

Beverley tried to stir the pot earlier this week by calling out Denver big man Nikola Jokic.

Jon Palmieri

All-Defensive Team predictions

Could the Bucks snag four of the 10 total spots? Will Kyle Lowry snag that elusive All-D honour? And with four players for two spots at centre, who gets left out between Rudy Gobert, Joel Embiid, Brook Lopez and Marc Gasol?

Micah Adams

Kawhi Leonard's incredible middle finger block stuns Paul George, NBA Twitter

Does Kawhi Leonard have the strongest fingers in NBA history?

Jordan Greer

Kawhi's fingertip block sends Twitter into a frenzy

Jamal Murray attempted a poster jam late in the fourth quarter, but Kawhi Leonard had other ideas, sending his dunk attempt away using just his middle finger.

Benyam Kidane

Kawhi, PG star in Clippers' 113-107 Game 3 win

Game 3 was a back-and-forth contest that saw 12 lead changes and 15 ties, but then the Clippers seized momentum with a 23-10 game-sealing run over the final 8:29 minutes.

Yash Matange

Jokic dominates as Nuggets take Game 2

Just two days after being ran out of the gym by 23 points in Game 1, the Nuggets fought back to earn a commanding Game 2 victory. Behind All-Star centre Nikola Jokic's monster double-double of 26 points and 18 rebounds, Denver has evened the series at 1-1.

Kyle Irving

Patrick Beverley ejected from Clippers' Game 2 loss to Nuggets

The LA guard was sent to the locker room for arguing too long with officials.

Tom Gatto

Harrell named Sixth Man of the Year

Montrezl Harrell beat out Clippers teammate Lou Williams and Thunder guard Dennis Schroder to earn the 2019-20 NBA Sixth Man of the Year award.

Kyle Irving

Jokic on Nuggets defence: 'We need to make them work for every basket'

The Clippers shot 57.1% from the field and 41.7% from the 3-point line as they overwhelmed the Nuggets with their offensive firepower in Game 1.

Benyam Kidane

Kawhi, Clippers dominate Game 1 vs. Nuggets

Leonard led the way with 29 points on 12-of-16 shooting as the Clippers came away with a lot of positives in their 120-97 Game 1 victory.

Yash Matange

Kawhi's become the best in the world, again

Kawhi Leonard just had what might have been the best statistical series of his illustrious career. Almost quietly, while attention around the league is justifiably focused on young players becoming superstars, Leonard has once again become the best basketball player in the world.

Matthew Blum

Series Preview: Can Denver slow Kawhi down?

Riding high off the emotion of a thrilling Game 7 win, it's a short turnaround for the Nuggets as they take on the LA Clippers in the second round. Can the Clippers find some cohesion behind the superstar play of Kawhi Leonard? Will Jamal Murray continue his supernova shooting?

Benyam Kidane

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

Rivers hails 'phenomenal' Kawhi after Clippers advance

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

Sacha Pisani

Buy or Sell: Four important Clippers stats

Is Ivica Zubac actually one of the best rim protectors in the NBA? Is Marcus Morris the glue that holds the team together? Are Paul George and Kawhi Leonard a good fit? Can anyone stop the Clippers in the clutch? Here are four stats the Clippers can only hope aren't all noise as they advance into the second round of the playoffs.

NBA.com Staff

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

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

Clippers' Doc Rivers delivers impassioned call for justice: 'This country does not love us'

Rivers used his postgame news conference to call not only for an end to police brutality, but also for a change in police training and an end to police unions.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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 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

History awaits Kawhi's 2020 playoff push

Kawhi Leonard's main goal in Orlando is winning an NBA championship for the Clippers and there's plenty of history and records within reach that would put the 29-year-old among the game's legends.

Benyam Kidane

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

What went down in the final day of seeding games

The final day of seeding games saw eight teams, all of whom were already locked into their playoff matchups, take the floor. At the end of the day, the Raptors, Clippers, 76ers, and the Pacers walked away with wins.

NBA.com Staff

How Wednesday's results impact the playoff picture

The playoff picture became clearer today, with five first-round series matchups finalised. Catch up on how the standings were impacted from Wednesday's four-game slate:

NBA.com Staff

George attempts to clear the air with Lillard

TNT sideline reporter Chris Haynes reported that George reached out to Lillard to clear the air after their family members made their feud a little more personal.

Zac Al-Khateeb

What's at stake in Wednesday's games?

Eight teams will hit the courts on Wednesday and there's plenty on the line as teams continue to fight for playoff positioning. Here's a rundown of the standings and everything at stake in Wednesday's four-game slate.

NBA.com Staff

Who owns tiebreakers in the standings?

As we get closer to the conclusion of the seeding game schedule, focus will shift towards matchups as the playoff picture takes shape. This year, tiebreakers are more important than ever, as a number of teams could very well end up with identical records ahead of the playoffs. Below, find a breakdown of important tiebreakers in an ever-evolving playoff picture.

Gilbert McGregor

Power rankings: Who's No. 1?

Now that we've seen all 22 teams take the floor at least five times at the NBA restart, we're here with our final edition of NBA Power Rankings for the 2019-20 regular season. It's been difficult to gauge what to make of some seeding game results with rest and minute restrictions among other factors. With that in mind, here are the final power rankings of the regular season.

Gilbert McGregor

Lillard responds with 51 points

After key misses against the Clippers on Saturday, Damian Lillard responded with a huge performance to help beat the 76ers.

Rob Lancaster

Lillard responds with 51 points

After key misses against the Clippers on Saturday, Damian Lillard responded with a huge performance to help beat the 76ers.

Rob Lancaster

Nets stun Kawhi's Clippers

The Brooklyn Nets beat the Los Angeles Clippers to secure the east's seventh seed, while Damian Lillard inspired the Portland Trail Blazers.

Sacha Pisani

How Sunday's results impacted the playoff picture

From the teams fighting for the West's final playoff spot to the teams jockeying for position in the standings, here's how each game on Sunday has impacted the playoff picture.

NBA.com Staff

What's at stake in Sunday's games?

While the East's playoff teams are confirmed, the final spot in the Western Conference is still up for grabs. Seedings over a majority of the standings are still up in the air. Here's a rundown of the standings and all that is at stake on Sunday, one of only two seven-game slates in the NBA's restart.

NBA.com Staff

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

Warren outshines LeBron & Lakers

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

Matt Dorman

Our end-of-season award picks

The NBA has revealed the finalists for this season's end-of-season awards. Who should take home the hardware? Our NBA.com Staff shares their picks.

NBA.com Staff

Damian Lillard calls Clippers 'chumps' in social media fight with Paul George

Lillard and George got personal after a close on-court battle.

Dan Bernstein

What's at stake in Saturday's games

Saturday's schedule gives you every excuse to make it a "lazy Saturday." Here's what's at stake in all five games on Day 10 of the NBA restart.

Carlan Gay

January Jones won't let NBA bubble stop her from courting Clippers star Kawhi Leonard

January Jones is pulling up from well beyond the 3-point line.

Jordan Greer

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

Williams addresses strip club visit

Speaking after his first game back since the NBA resumed, Lou Williams addressed his visit to a strip club in Atlanta.

Liam Blackburn

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

Williams addresses strip club visit

Speaking after his first game back since the NBA resumed, Lou Williams addressed his visit to a strip club in Atlanta.

Liam Blackburn

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

NBA world reacts on Twitter to Booker's game-winner

Donovan Mitchell, Bradley Beal, Trae Young, and others took to Twitter post-game after Devin Booker's wild game-winner moved the Phoenix Suns to 3-0 in Orlando.

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

10 must-see games this week

Through four days of the NBA season restart, every team has played at least once and it's been entertaining, to say the least. Stay up-to-date with the biggest games to watch from second week of the seeding games at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.

Yash Matange

How Saturday's games impacted the playoff race

The Miami Heat closed the gap between them and the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference while the Utah Jazz, Oklahoma City Thunder and Houston Rockets find themselves in a tight battle for the No. 4 seed in the Western Conference.

Scott Rafferty

Raptors top LeBron's Lakers

The Toronto Raptors defeat the Los Angeles Lakers for the 11th successive time, while TJ Warren torched the Philadelphia 76ers.

Sacha Pisani

NBA games today: Full TV schedule for 2020 season restart on Saturday, Aug. 1

Here is a complete TV schedule to watch NBA games on Saturday, Aug. 1 during the 2020 season restart, including start times and channels for the national broadcasts on ESPN.

Tadd Haislop

LeBron's defensive genius in one play

James helped the Lakers defeat the Clippers on opening night with a near triple-double, but it was his defence that stood out the most. Let's take a look at one particular possession in which he put his basketball genius on that end of the floor on full display.

Scott Rafferty

What's at stake on Saturday

After the first two days of action, the seeding games continue with a five-game slate. Six teams are taking part in a season "re-opener" while the Los Angeles Lakers, Utah Jazz, LA Clippers and New Orleans Pelicans get their second taste of action at the NBA's restart. Below, check out the standings and what's at stake during another full day of games.

Gilbert McGregor

LeBron hopes NBA can 'spread love'

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James says basketball has always been "bigger than just a ball and a rim."

Peter Thompson

NBA player protests: Lakers, Clippers, Jazz, Pelicans kneel for anthem, wear custom social justice attire

The NBA's return to action included unified protests from players.

Dan Bernstein

Lakers vs. Clippers score, highlights: LeBron James, Anthony Davis get bench help in win

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Lakers vs. Clippers, the second game from the NBA's restart bubble Thursday. Follow for complete results.

Dan Bernstein

LeBron shows he can still be one of the NBA's best defenders

James showed off the athleticism, effort and IQ that made him one of the most terrifying defensive forces the league has ever seen.

Jordan Greer

LeBron hopes NBA can 'spread love'

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James says basketball has always been "bigger than just a ball and a rim".

Peter Thompson

Davis, Lakers looking for rhythm

The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to build rhythm after beating the Clippers, Anthony Davis said.

Dejan Kalinic

LeBron lifts Lakers past Clippers

LeBron James was the hero as the Los Angeles Lakers edged the Los Angeles Clippers in Orlando, Florida.

Sacha Pisani

Davis too much for Clippers in latest LA Battle

Davis scored 34 points in what was another wild game between the Lakers and Clippers. Here are some quick observations from a potential playoff preview between the two-best teams in the Western Conference.

Scott Rafferty

Players react to return of NBA

Trae Young, Jamal Crawford, Isaiah Thomas and Ja Morant are among the players to take to social media to react to the return of the NBA season.

Scott Rafferty

Sights and sounds from opening night of season restart

The NBA is back! Take a behind-the-scenes look at the season restart with the best sights and sounds from the night's double-header.

Scott Rafferty

What channel is Lakers vs. Clippers on today? TV schedule, start time for NBA's 2020 restart

Here is how to watch the Lakers vs. Clippers game on the first night of the NBA's return from its coronavirus delay.

Tadd Haislop

The wait is over!

The wait is over! After 141 days, basketball is back along with the action-packed excitement that only live games can deliver. Our Global NBA.com writers from all over the world share what they're most looking forward to with the season back in full swing.

NBA.com Staff

Kawhi's only weakness is now a strength

Kawhi Leonard has taken his game to new heights. How exactly did he do it? By turning his only remaining weakness into an undeniable strength. Here's a closer look into how the reigning Finals MVP has leveled up in his first season with the Clippers.

Scott Rafferty

Has this been Kawhi's best year ever?

Before the season came to a halt, Kawhi Leonard was having the greatest offensive regular season of his career. We've become conditioned to only focus on his playoff achievements but it's time to recognize how outstanding Leonard has been this season.

Matthew Blum

Is the clock ticking on Kawhi's new sidekick?

The Finals MVP left the Raptors for the Clippers in part to team up with Paul George. The problem? When the Clippers have turned to PG-13 with the clock ticking down, the results have been R-rated.

Micah Adams

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

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