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LeBron sought guidance from Obama during NBA boycott

On a recent episode of HBO's "The Shop: Uninterrupted", LeBron James revealed how former President Barack Obama helped the players navigate their protests to help bring meaningful changes.

Benyam Kidane

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

Disney developing movie on Giannis' inspiring journey

Giannis Antetokounmpo's meteoric rise from an unknown basketball prospect in Greece to the NBA's Most Valuable Player is getting the Hollywood treatment.

Benyam Kidane

Kyle Korver opens up about Bucks' decision to boycott: 'This is the right thing'

Bucks sharpshooter Kyle Korver opened up about the team's decision to boycott an NBA playoff game in August. Korver spoke at his alma mater, Creighton University, about a protest decision that led to similar choices around the sports world.

Billy Heyen

Bucks enter critical offseason

After a second straight playoff exit short of the NBA Finals, the Milwaukee Bucks are feeling the pressure with a franchise altering decision looming for Giannis Antetokounmpo. With that in mind, let's check in on the status of the Bucks cap sheet heading into free agency.

Kane Pitman

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

Who should trade for CP3?

Chris Paul and the Thunder had a great 2019-20, but both sides might be looking to move on this offseason. We asked our NBA.com Staff who should make the move for the future Hall of Famer.

NBA.com Staff

Bucks won't (and shouldn't) move Giannis if he declines contract extension

Losing Antetokounmpo for nothing would obviously hurt, but the Bucks can't let that possibility dictate how they operate.

Jordan Greer

Oct. 18, 1969: KAJ begins legendary NBA career

In 1969, Abdul-Jabbar began his Hall of Fame NBA career as a member of the Milwaukee Bucks. Read on more on his debut, his career and other notable events from NBA history on October 18th.

Yash Matange

Giannis Antetokounmpo and his brothers are coming to Madden NFL 21

Giannis Antetokounmpo and his brothers, Thanasis and Kostas, are being added to EA Sports' Madden NFL 21 in "The Yard" mode.

Billy Heyen

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

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

Giannis eyeing NBA title

Giannis Antetokounmpo is not dwelling on his second MVP honor as he eyes a maiden NBA title.

Stats Perform News

Giannis has entered rarefied air

In being named Most Valuable Player for the 2019-20 season, Antetokounmpo becomes the third player in NBA history to win both MVP and Defensive Player of the Year in the same season, joining Michael Jordan and Hakeem Olajuwon. At 25 years old, the legend of Giannis is only beginning.

Gilbert McGregor

Giannis named MVP of the 2019-20 season

Antetokounmpo becomes just the third player in NBA history to be named MVP and Defensive Player of the Year in the same season, joining Michael Jordan (1988) and Hakeem Olajuwon (1994).

Gilbert McGregor

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 trade rumors: Bucks 'highly unlikely' to pursue Thunder's Chris Paul this offseason

One way to assure Giannis Antetokounmpo the Bucks are firmly in win-now mode? Acquire Chris Paul.

Jordan Greer

Major questions in Milwaukee

After another dominant regular season, the Milwaukee Bucks fell short in the postseason. What's next for a franchise in search of their first title since 1971?

Kane Pitman

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

Will Giannis Antetokounmpo leave the Bucks?

If Giannis Antetokounmpo enters free agency, his decision could change the landscape of the league. But is "The Greek Freak" actually ready to leave the Bucks?

Jordan Greer

Giannis not leaving Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo dismissed speculation that he will leave the Milwaukee Bucks following their exit from the NBA playoffs.

Sacha Pisani

Giannis shuts down trade talk: 'That's not happening'

Following the Milwaukee Bucks' second-round exit at the hands of the Miami Heat, Giannis Antetokoumpo re-affirmed his commitment to the franchise.

Benyam Kidane

Are the Heat title contenders?

As the Heat move on, we break down their outlook for the remainder of the postseason and beyond, including their chances to win a title this year and their standing as an Eastern Conference power for years to come.

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NBA announces 2019-20 All-Defensive Teams

Defensive Player of the Year, Giannis Antetokounmpo headlines the 2019-20 All-Defensive First Team, alongside, Rudy Gobert, Anthony Davis, Ben Simmons, and Marcus Smart.

NBA.com Staff

Giannis (ankle) out for Game 5

After re-aggravating his sprained ankle in Game 4, Antetokounpmo has been ruled out for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. The Bucks trail the Heat 3-1 in the series.

Gilbert McGregor

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

Bucks coach unsure whether Giannis will play in Game 5

Giannis Antetokounmpo left Sunday's Game 4 after playing just 11 minutes.

Dejan Kalinic

Butler on Game 4: 'We relaxed a little bit''

The Miami Heat let a golden opportunity slip in Game 4, with the Bucks grinding out a 118-115 overtime win, without Giannis Antetokounmpo for the second half.

Benyam Kidane

Middleton comes up clutch in OT thriller

After reigning MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo exited the game due to re-aggravating his ankle injury, All-Star Khris Middleton scored 30 of his game-high 36 points in the second half of the thrilling win. Milwaukee avoids a sweep and will look to again extend its season in Game 5.

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Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo misses remainder of Game 4 after reinjuring ankle

The Greek Freak rolled his ankle again in the first half of Milwaukee's must-win game against Miami.

Tom Gatto

Giannis (ankle) out for remainder of Game 4

Giannis Antetokounmpo was a game-time decision ahead of Game 4, still feeling his ankle injury from Game 3. After going through shootaround, the All-Star forward decided to give it a go, but rolled the same ankle again in the second quarter. He will not return to the game.

Kyle Irving

Giannis (ankle) active for Game 4

Antetokounmpo sprained his right ankle in Milwaukee's Game 3 loss to Miami. He was reportedly "severely limping" when he left the arena after the game, but after going through Game 4 shootaround, the reigning MVP will take the floor with his team's season on the line.

Scott Rafferty

How the Heat have shut down the Bucks

The Heat have taken a commanding 3-0 lead over a Bucks team that steamrolled their way to the best record in the league this season. Here's how they've done it.

Scott Rafferty

Heat teammate says Butler best player in series

After the Miami Heat took a 3-0 series lead over the Milwaukee Bucks, centre Meyers Leonard had high praise for Jimmy Butler, who is averaging 27.7 points on .561/.444/.825 shooting splits in the series.

Gilbert McGregor

Giannis questionable for Game 4

The Bucks, down 3-0 to the Heat in their second-round NBA playoff series, could be without reigning MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo on Sunday.

Sacha Pisani

Pressing questions following Heat's stunning comeback win

The Bucks looked like they were going to get on the board in this series before the Heat came charging back in the fourth quarter. Outscoring Milwaukee 40-13 in the final frame, Miami has taken a 3-0 series lead, putting the No. 1 seeded Bucks one game away from elimination.

Kyle Irving

Milwaukee collapse as Giannis says he could "play more"

Milwaukee collapsed in the fourth quarter to fall in a 3-0 hole against Miami. The Bucks rotations continue to be a talking point as Giannis Antetokounmpo says he could "play more".

Kane Pitman

Giannis Antetokounmpo's reputation questioned after Bucks' meltdown against Heat

Antetokounmpo scored just four points in the fourth quarter of Game 3.

Dan Bernstein

Game 2 of Heat-Bucks marred by controversial ending

Well, that was a bizarre end to Game 2, huh?

Jordan Greer

Butler's clutch FTs help Heat take 2-0 lead

The Miami Heat held off the Milwaukee Bucks' late rally, as Jimmy Butler's two free throws with time expired securing a 116-114 win in Game 2.

Benyam Kidane

Bucks players upset with Wisc. Legislature’s inaction

The Bucks led an NBA walkout that stopped playoff games last week to express their frustration with the shooting of Jacob Blake and acts of racial injustice.

T Associated Press

NBA Soundsystem: Are the Bucks or Raptors in trouble?

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty discuss the biggest storylines in the NBA on this LIVE edition of NBA Soundsystem.

NBA.com Staff

Jimmy Butler shares brutal reason why he didn't invite his family to the NBA bubble

The Heat star didn't invite his family to the NBA bubble and he has shared his brutally honest reason why.

SJ Lynn

Butler not toxic – Spoelstra

The Heat won Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinals series against the Bucks, and Erik Spoelstra lauded Jimmy Butler's role.

Tom Webber

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

Butler scores 40 PTS as Heat take Game 1

Jimmy Butler exploded for a playoff career-high 40 points to lead the Miami Heat to a 115-104 win in Game 1 against the Milwaukee Bucks.

Benyam Kidane

Heat vs. Bucks predictions, picks, schedule & more

Everything you need to know about the Heat and Bucks before their conference semifinal series in the 2020 NBA playoffs.

Jordan Greer

Previewing Monday's games

Playoff action continues on Monday as the Heat and Bucks open their highly-anticipated Conference Semifinals series and the Rockets look to close out the Thunder.

Gilbert McGregor

Giannis explains Bucks' walkout

Giannis Antetokounmpo says two of his teammates inspired him, a team leader, to join them in boycotting a playoff game.

Sacha Pisani

Preview: Are the Heat built to take the Bucks down?

During the regular season, no team played the Bucks better than the Heat. How will that translate to a seven-game series?

Gilbert McGregor

Paul tells of pride in NBA

The NBA united behind the Bucks, leaving NBPA president Chris Paul proud.

Ben Spratt

Bucks' owners back players' boycott

After the Milwaukee Bucks boycotted their playoff game, the players were backed by the owners and their union.

Dejan Kalinic

Bucks' boycott in wake of Jacob Blake shooting leads NBA to postpone three playoff games

Wednesday's game between the Bucks and Magic was set to begin at 4 p.m. ET, but Milwaukee players never emerged from the locker room for pregame warmups.

Jordan Greer

Bucks players deliver statement after boycotting Game 5 vs. Magic: 'We are calling for justice for Jacob Blake'

Bucks players called for the Wisconsin State Legislature to "take up meaningful measures to address issues of police accountability, brutality and criminal justice reform."

Jordan Greer

NBPA, coaches and teams in support of players boycott

NBPA Executive Director Michele Roberts, the NBA Coaches Association, along with teams around the league have shown full support for the players' decision to boycott Thursday's playoff games and their commitment to social justice.

NBA.com Staff

Bucks players make statement after boycott

Led by Sterling Brown and George Hill, the Bucks made a statement to the media on Wednesday following the postponement of Game 5 against the Orlando Magic.

NBA.com Staff

Bucks owners issue statement in support of players

The Milwaukee Bucks became the first NBA team to boycott a playoff game to protest social injustice.

NBA.com Staff

NBA postpones playoff games in wake of Bucks boycott over Jacob Blake shooting

The NBA — amid reports that other teams would follow Milwaukee's example and sit out — announced it would postpone Wednesday's remaining games.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Report: Bucks boycott game vs. Magic

The Milwaukee Bucks boycott Game 5 of NBA Playoff series to protest social injustice according to multiple reports.

NBA.com Staff

Orlando Magic issue statement on postponement

The Magic issued a statement in response to their Game 5 meeting with the Milwaukee Bucks being postponed.

NBA.com Staff

Bucks boycott Game 5: NBA players react to Milwaukee's protest of Jacob Blake shooting

Milwaukee made a massive statement in sitting out Game 5 of its series against the Magic — one that garnered widespread support from across the league.

Zac Al-Khateeb

NBA players demand change following reported boycott

DeMar DeRozan, Kevin Love, Donovan Mitchell and Jamal Murray were among the NBA players to praise the Bucks for taking a stand and demand change.

NBA.com Staff

Shaq tries to congratulate Giannis Antetokounmpo in Greek for DPOY, but only confuses him

"The Big Aristotle" stumbled in his delivery, but Antetokounmpo was gracious in accepting the recognition.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Giannis named Defensive Player of the Year

Antetokounmpo is only the fifth player in NBA history to win MVP and Defensive Player of the Year in their careers, joining Michael Jordan, Hakeem Olajuwon, David Robinson and Kevin Garnett.

Scott Rafferty

Middleton breaks out of slump, Bucks take Game 4

The Bucks saw Khris Middleton explode in the fourth quarter to secure a Game 4 win and take a commanding 3-1 series lead over the Magic.

Carlan Gay

Kobe's kicks keep Mamba Mentality present in the bubble

Each time you turn on a game during the 2020 NBA Playoffs, you'll see at least one player donning a pair of sneakers from Kobe Bryant's signature line. From Anthony Davis to Khris Middleton to Norman Powell, Kobe's influence is felt on multiple levels – from the ground up.

Gilbert McGregor

LeBron on surpassing MJ, Duncan: 'Surreal'

LeBron James moved ahead of MJ and the Big Fundamental as he erupted against Portland.

Sacha Pisani

Giannis on Milwaukee's mindset

Milwaukee star Giannis Antetokounmpo says his team is playing with a different mindset in pursuit of the franchise's first NBA title since 1971.

Sacha Pisani

Giannis dominates as Bucks regain control of series

Giannis Antetokounmpo put on a show with 35 points, 11 rebounds, seven assists, two steals and one block. For more on the game, here are some reactions at the buzzer.

Scott Rafferty

What's at stake in Saturday's Game 3s

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

Yash Matange

Giannis Antetokounmpo lists the one thing the Bucks needed in series vs. Magic

The Milwaukee Bucks were urgent, not fearful, in their win over the Orlando Magic, says Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Omnisport

Giannis' BIG game helps Bucks level series 1-1

The no.1 seed Milwaukee Bucks, bounced back from a Game 1 upset loss by taking care of business in Game 2 - a 111-96 win.

Yash Matange

What's at stake in Thursday's Game 2s

We've got another four-game slate of playoff games tipping off Thursday! Can the Lakers and Bucks bounce back from their opening game defeats? Meanwhile, the Pacers and Thunder look to level their first round series'. We've got you covered with a look ahead at Thursday's games.

Benyam Kidane

Vucevic, Magic stun Bucks in Game 1

Nikola Vucevic and the Magic shocked the world to take a 1-0 lead over the Milwaukee Bucks in their round one best-of-seven series.

Carlan Gay

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

Giannis is on a mission

With Milwaukee again posting the league's best record and Antetokounmpo potentially earning two prestigious end-of-season awards, the pressure is on – it's pretty much title or bust, and it all begins in the first round.

Gilbert McGregor

Bucks vs. Magic preview: Will Giannis set the tone?

The top-seeded Bucks are on a mission after coming up short in the 2019 Eastern Conference Finals. Their 2020 postseason journey begins with the Magic, who hobble into the playoffs after battling injuries during the seeding games.

Gilbert McGregor

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

Finalists revealed for end-of-season awards

Among the finalists: Giannis Antetokounmpo is up for MVP and DPOY, LeBron James is up for MVP and Nick Nurse is up for COY.

Scott Rafferty

Every postseason series in Raptors history

The Raptors are set to appear in the postseason for the 12th time in franchise history. Ahead of the 2020 playoffs, take a look back at the team's first 11 trips to the postseason.

Gilbert McGregor

Blazers & Grizzlies advance to play-in tournament

The race for the playoffs came right down to the wire, with the Blazers' win over the Nets and the Grizzlies' win over the Bucks sending them into the play-in tournament for the final spot in the post-season!

Benyam Kidane

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

Giannis Antetokounmpo suspended one game for head-butting Moritz Wagner

The Bucks star expressed remorse for his actions; he said he was frustrated by opponents' "dirty" play.

Tom Gatto

Giannis handed one game suspension

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo has been suspended one game without pay for headbutting Washington Wizards center Moritz Wagner during a stoppage in play on Aug. 11.

Official Release

Giannis regrets boiling over

A career of being on the wrong end of "dirty plays" culminated in Giannis Antetokounmpo's headbutt on Mo Wagner, the NBA MVP explained.

Ben Spratt

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

Social media got a kick out of Giannis Antetokounmpo's head-butt of Wizards player

The Greek Freak could be suspended for the Flagrant 2 incident.

Dan Bernstein

Soundsystem Live: Gearing up for the postseason

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty break down some of the biggest storylines from the seeding games and spin things forward to the 2020 NBA Playoffs.

NBA.com Staff

Boucher, Thomas notch career-highs in win over Bucks

With Kyle Lowry, Fred VanVleet and Serge Ibaka sidelined due to minor injuries, Norman Powell, Matt Thomas and Chris Boucher stepped up in a major way to lead Toronto past a Milwaukee team that was without reigning MVP Giannis Antetokounpmo.

Gilbert McGregor

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

Antetokounmpo undergoes surgery

Giannis Antetokounmpo was a notable absentee as the Milwaukee Bucks fell to defending champions the Toronto Raptors on Monday.

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

Preview: Raptors take on Bucks

It's a quick turnaround for the Raptors, who are on the second end of a back-to-back after clinching the Atlantic Division with a win on Sunday.

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

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

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

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

Harden leads Rockets past Lakers

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

Dejan Kalinic

Giannis: We're the only ones who can stop us from winning title

The reigning NBA MVP wonders whether Milwaukee will give enough effort in the playoffs.

Sacha Pisani

Giannis discusses Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo discussed the Milwaukee Bucks' win over the Miami Heat on Thursday.

Sacha Pisani

Is Bam the Giannis stopper?

According to the numbers, Adebayo has had more success guarding Antetokounmpo than almost every player in the league this season. How much of that is real and how much is noise?

Scott Rafferty

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

Nets win over Bucks in biggest NBA upset in 25 years

Milwaukee was a heavy favorite heading into the game because Brooklyn was missing nine players.

SJ Lynn

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

Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo has unkind words for Nets' Donta Hall after being shoved to floor

During the second quarter of Tuesday's game between the Bucks and Nets, Antetokounmpo found himself on the floor after battling for rebounding position with Donta Hall.

Jordan Greer

Nurse falls shy of earning NBCA coaches' honour

The award, which is voted on by the NBA's 30 head coaches, is split as a result of a two-way tie between Budenholzer and Donovan. Toronto Raptors head coach was one vote shy of it being a three-way tie.

Gilbert McGregor

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

Defence leads Rockets past Bucks

The Houston Rockets turned up the heat on the defensive end down the stretch as they closed the game on a 16-4 run to seal an impressive 120-116 win over the league-leading Milwaukee Bucks.

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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

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

Smart slams officials over Giannis

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart was unhappy with officials after a loss to Giannis Antetokounmpo's Milwaukee Bucks.

Dejan Kalinic

Giannis leads Bucks past Celtics

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

Dejan Kalinic

Marcus Smart says NBA made sure Giannis Antetokounmpo wouldn't foul out vs. Celtics

The Celtics guard thought the reigning MVP committed at least six fouls, if not seven, Friday night.

Tom Gatto

5 Takeaways: Giannis stars as Bucks edge out Celtics

The reigning MVP finished with 36 points, 15 rebounds, and seven assists in 32 minutes as the Bucks tipped off their season restart with a 119-112 win.

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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

Are Celtics a bigger East threat than Raptors?

The defending champs may have the second-best record in the East, but that doesn't mean they're the biggest threat to take out Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Micah Adams

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

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

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

Scrimmage Roundup: Smith & Redick catch fire

Headlined by big performances from J.R. Smith, Mike Conley Jr., and JJ Redick, we've got you covered with all the news from today's scrimmage games:

Benyam Kidane

5 takeaways from Day 4 scrimmages

Day 4 of scrimmages in Orlando gave us plenty to talk about, headlined by some big performances from Caris LeVert, Kyle Kuzma, and Nickeil Alexander-Walker.

NBA.com Staff

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

Giannis Antetokounmpo discusses NBA MVP race against LeBron James

Voting for the 2019-20 MVP takes place this week but Giannis Antetokounmpo insisted winning back-to-back awards is not important.

Omnisport

Ranking starting forward tandems at the restart

Ahead of the NBA's imminent return, we're taking a look at the starting forward tandems for all 22 teams taking the floor in Orlando.

Gilbert McGregor

Seeding games won't impact awards races

The league recently sent out a memo informing teams that annual performance awards, including MVP, Rookie of the Year and Coach of the Year, will be based upon games played through March 11. Statistical titles, however, will be impacted by the final eight games.

NBA.com Staff

Who should win DPOY?

Will Giannis Antetokounmpo join Michael Jordan and Hakeem Olajuwon as the only players in NBA history to win MVP and DPOY in the same season? He has a strong case but faces some serious competition from the likes of Anthony Davis, Ben Simmons, Brook Lopez, Bam Adebayo, Kawhi Leonard and Rudy Gobert.

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

Players with most to prove in playoffs

All eyes will be on Pascal Siakam, Russell Westbrook, Ben Simmons and Giannis Antetokounmpo for very different reasons when the 2020 NBA Playoffs begin.

Scott Rafferty

Giannis: 2020 NBA title will be 'toughest championship you could ever win'

This season's NBA championship should not come with an asterisk, according to Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Sacha Pisani

Giannis: "the toughest championship you could ever win"

The reigning MVP held a conference call on Wednesday during which he spoke about the pursuit of an NBA title in Orlando.

NBA.com Staff

What's left to settle over final eight games of reg season?

When the NBA season resumes in Orlando next month, each team will play eight "seeding games" ahead of the playoffs. Eight games might not sound like much, but there's a lot that could change from where teams are seeded to which teams ultimately make the playoffs. And we'd be remiss without mentioning some award races that could heat up!

Scott Rafferty

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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Where do Raps rank among 22 teams left?

The Toronto Raptors currently have the third-best record, but does that mean they have the third-best odds of winning the NBA title? With 22 teams scheduled to play out the rest of the 2020 season, we ranked every team's odds to win the title from least likely to most likely.

Micah Adams

Current standings, Playoff Picture

Take a look at the NBA's standings as well as potential playoff pairings based on games played through March 11.

NBA.com Staff

Updated odds to win NBA title

With 22 teams set to resume the season in July, the Los Angeles Lakers are now the betting favorite to win the NBA title in Orlando.

NBA.com Staff

Lopez should be getting more DPOY love

If he doesn't win it, Brook Lopez deserves to be a finalist for Defensive Player of the Year this season on the strength of his rim protection numbers and its impact on Milwaukee's historic defence.

Scott Rafferty

Giannis > Last 25 MVP winners

The reigning MVP elevates his play against good teams like no player in modern history. Why the number '51.6' debunks the narrative that he's not ready to win big.

Micah Adams

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

NBA Soundsystem LIVE: Debating All-NBA Teams

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Micah Adams debate the All-NBA Teams for this season. Can LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kawhi Leonard make the First Team? What do you do about Jayson Tatum and Pascal Siakam? What about Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo? All that and much more.

NBA.com Staff

You can't tell the story of the 1970s without...

Kareem. Doctor J. Iceman. The Logo. Pistol Pete. The 1970s ushered in a new brand of basketball that marked a significant shift still felt today. These are the the defining moments from the NBA's quintessential fork-in-the-road decade.

Micah Adams

Let's talk title contenders

With the NBA targeting a potential return to play, the focus shifts back to the hardwood as players and teams gear up for an unprecedented chase for the championship. How will LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kawhi Leonard navigate a new series of circumstances in which the top three contenders no longer benefit from a home-court advantage? Could a healthy Ben Simmons play spoiler for the Sixers? And where do the Raptors sit in their quest to repeat? Here are the tiers of championship contenders as dreams of postseason play begin to take shape.

Micah Adams

The 1980s All-Decade Team

Magic Johnson and Larry Bird were the easy picks, but who else made the cut? Plus, two players from one team, but not the Lakers or Celtics?

Micah Adams

NBA Soundsystem LIVE: Sweet 16?

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Micah Adams debate some of the alternative playoff formats being discussed for the NBA's potential return later this summer at Disney World.

NBA.com Staff

Bucks & Raptors face-off in Gm 1 of 2019 East Finals

Fueled by a playoff career-high 29 points from Brook Lopez, the Bucks clinched Game 1 108-100. They closed the game on a 10-0 run and forced the Raptors to miss their final eight shot attempts.

Yash Matange

Giannis Antetokounmpo's Twitter account hacked, jokes pour in on social media

The Bucks and their superstar confirmed the account was hacked.

Austin Anderson

The Buck doesn't stop here

Fueled by Giannis Antetokounmpo's brilliance, the Milwaukee Bucks were quietly stringing together one of the most dominant defensive seasons in league history.

Matthew Blum

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

Hill: Life more important than resuming play

NBA veteran George Hill discussed the league's hiatus caused by the COVID-19 crisis.

Sacha Pisani

🎥 Re-watch Giannis' first career triple-double

In what was Kobe Bryant's final game in Milwaukee, Giannis Antetokounmpo put on a show, recording 27 points, 12 rebounds, 10 assists, four blocks, and three steals.

Benyam Kidane

NBA playoff predictions 2020: Projecting the hypothetical bracket, from Round 1 to the NBA Finals

Who would have captured the 2020 NBA championship under normal circumstances? Let's jump into the hypothetical playoff bracket and find out.

Jordan Greer

Antetokounmpo family donates 10,000 surgical masks

The Antetokounmpo brothers have come together to donate 10,000 surgical masks to an Athens neighbourhood to help with Covid-19 relief in Greece.

Kane Pitman

Giannis and the Bucks navigate uncertainty of 2019-20 season

The Milwaukee Bucks were on track to take the NBA's best record and subsequent home court advantage into the postseason. With the season hold, how are Giannis Antetokounmpo and the other Bucks stars handling the hiatus?

Kane Pitman

Sights and sounds from Raptors historic win over Bucks

The Toronto Raptors booked their first-ever ticket to the NBA Finals after defeating the Milwaukee Bucks in front of a rocking Scotiabank Arena crowd. Re-live the sights and sounds that made the monumental night so special.

Kyle Irving

Relive history: Raptors clinch first Finals appearance

The Raptors defeated the Bucks in the Eastern Conference Finals to advance to the NBA Finals for the first time in franchise history. Relive the instant reaction to Toronto's historic win.

Scott Rafferty

Revisit keys to Raptors-Bucks Game 6

The Raptors won three straight against the Bucks, taking a 3-2 series lead after a massive road win in Game 5. Now one win away from their first Finals appearance in franchise history, what did Toronto need to do to close things out at home?

Kyle Irving

Relive Raptors thrilling Game 5 win

After an impressive road win the Toronto Raptors were one win away from moving on to the first NBA Finals in franchise history. Take a look back at some immediate reactions from a monumental victory.

Micah Adams

Revisit 5 Keys to Raptors-Bucks Game 5

Can Giannis Antetokounmpo figure out the defensive challenges presented by Kawhi Leonard? Which team's reserves will make the biggest difference? Here are the biggest keys to a pivotal Game 5.

M Adams and Gilb...

In 2019 ECF, VanVleet delivered one day after birth of son

Fred VanVleet flew to see the birth of his son, Fred Jr., on Monday, May 20, 2019. One day later, he delivered his best game of the postseason to help the Raptors even the series 2-2.

NBA.com Staff

How Raps evened series with Bucks

The Raptors squared the Eastern Conference Finals at 2-2 after a comfortable 120-102 win over the Bucks in Game 4. Here's a look back at the immediate reaction to Toronto's win.

B Kidane and Gil...

Giannis has no access to hoop

Giannis Antetokounmpo provided an insight into his life during the coronavirus pandemic.

Sacha Pisani

How the Raptors won epic Game 3

The Toronto Raptors made the series 2-1 with a hard-fought 118-112 win over the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 3. Here's a look back at the immediate reaction to Toronto's loss.

B Kidane and Sco...

Gasol's shot that saved Raptors championship run

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

Kyle Irving

DiVincenzo is the Bucks' championship X-Factor

After an injury riddled rookie season, Donte DiVincenzo has quickly become an integral part of the Bucks rotation. In one year, the 23-year-old has gone from an intriguing prospect to a key factor in a potential Finals run.

Kane Pitman

How did the Bucks take Game 2?

The Milwaukee Bucks take a 2-0 series lead after a convincing 125-103 win over the Toronto Raptors in Game 2.

B Kidane and Kyl...

What were the Raptors keys ahead of Game 2?

Pascal Siakam got off to an aggressive start in Game 1 but cooled off in the second half. How could the Raptors get him back on track in Game 2?

Scott Rafferty

Revisit four things to watch in Game 2 of Raptors-Bucks

Will Brook Lopez have a repeat performance? Can Kawhi Leonard and the Raptors get going from the perimeter? Will the Bucks continue to dominate the offensive glass?

Scott Rafferty

How Bucks won thrilling Game 1

The Milwaukee Bucks turned it on in the fourth quarter to snatch a 108-100 win over the Toronto Raptors to take a 1-0 series lead. Here's a look back at the immediate reaction to Toronto's loss.

B Kidane and Gil...

Relive Raps title run: previewing Bucks series

The championship run continues! On Wednesday, TSN and Sportsnet will air Game 1 of Toronto's third-round series with Milwaukee from the 2019 NBA Playoffs. We've got you covered with a comprehensive preview to help set the stage for reliving the Eastern Conference Finals.

Scott Rafferty

Raptors, riddles and the Greek Freak

Kawhi Leonard's defence on the Greek Freak changed last season's Eastern Conference Finals. Would that same scheme work again on Antetokounmpo or has the reigning MVP since figured it out?

Scott Rafferty

McCollum voted most underrated player since 2000

The people have spoken! Our readers have voted Portland Trail Blazers guard CJ McCollum as the most underrated player of the last two decades. The most popular write-in candidate? Kyle Lowry! Here are the full results.

NBA.com Staff

When do the 2020 playoffs begin?

The 2020 NBA Playoffs are set to begin on April 18. The Finals will begin more than a month later, on June 4.

NBA.com Staff

The craziest shorts in NBA history

The 2003 NBA rookie class was absolutely stacked, and yet it was a set of iconic photos of T.J Ford that have remained etched in the the memory of fans to this day.

Kane Pitman

15 must-rewatch games from 2019-20

With no live NBA action and all games from the 2019-20 season free on NBA League Pass until April 22, we give you a list of games you must rewatch from this season.

Yash Matange

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

Zion, Love & others pledge $100K to team's arena employees

With the coronavirus pandemic shutting down games for the next 30 days, players around the league have pledged to ensure hourly arena employees will still get paid.

NBA.com Staff

Zion, Giannis among stars pledging money to help arena workers affected by coronavirus suspensions

The impact of the NBA and NHL's seasons being suspended goes beyond sports. Some players are trying to lessen some of that impact.

Austin Anderson

Antetokounmpo to donate $100K to Bucks arena staff

"It’s bigger than basketball!" Antetokounmpo tweeted. "And during this tough time I want to help the people that make my life, my family’s lives and my teammates lives easier."

NBA.com Staff

NBA standings: Seeding scenarios, breakdown for final spots in 2020 playoffs

Here's a snapshot of the updated NBA playoff picture, including standings and potential matchups for each conference.

Jordan Greer

When do the NBA playoffs start in 2020? Dates, TV schedule, updated standings & seeding scenarios

Which NBA teams will clinch playoff berths as the 2019-20 regular season comes to a close? Here are the updated standings along with potential playoff matchups.

Jordan Greer

Power Rankings: Return of the King

There was plenty of movement among the top 10 in a week that saw the L.A. Lakers earn a number of statement wins, the Toronto Raptors go perfect and the Houston Rockets fail to earn a win. Who rose? Who fell? We've got you covered with it all.

Gilbert McGregor

Banged-up Bucks made 'right call' to sit starters against Nuggets

With Giannis Antetokounmpo injured and other starters not used, the Bucks were beaten by the Nuggets on Monday.

Rob Lancaster

Nuggets hand Bucks third-straight loss

Missing four starters in Giannis Antetokounmpo, Khris Middleton, Eric Bledsoe and Brook Lopez, the Bucks slump to their first three-game regular-season losing streak under Mike Budenholzer.

Benyam Kidane

Nuggets' Jamal Murray has best dunk of his career wiped out by offensive foul call

The jam was still amazing to watch.

Dan Bernstein

Monday's scores: Hawks outlast Hornets in 2OT thriller

The Hawks held their nerve down the stretch to edge the Hornets in double-overtime, while the Nuggets held off the Giannis-less Bucks at home and the Raptors brought the Jazz's five-game win streak to an end. Catch up on all the action, right here!

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

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