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By The Numbers: Knicks earn record-breaking win

Six Knicks scored in double figures led by 29 points from Julius Randle and a season-high 22 points from Reggie Bullock. Giving historical context to their huge 44-point road win, here are four stats to know.

Yash Matange

Friday's highlights and top performers

Ten games on tap for Friday night including a marquee matchup in Portland between the Blazers and Bucks.

Kane Pitman

Butler, Bam star in Heat's streak-snapping W

The Heat duo of Butler and Adebayo took over late, scoring or assisting on 44 of the team's second-half 62 points, helping the team snap their six-game losing streak - their longest since the 2016-17 season.

Yash Matange

Highlights, top performers from Monday's action

We had 11 games around the Association tonight, with no shortage of blockbuster performances. Catch up on all the final scores, stats, and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Robinson suffers fractured right foot

In just his fourth game back from a hand injury, Mitchell Robinson suffered a right foot fracture during the Knicks' 102-96 win over the Bucks.

Benyam Kidane

Thursday's scores

With the attention of the NBA world on trades for much of the day, the on-court action continues with a five game slate on a Thursday night.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights & top performers from Tuesday's action

We had six games around the Association on Tuesday and we've got you covered with all the final scores, news, stats, highlights and top fantasy performers from each game below.

NBA.com Staff

Derrick Rose shares brutal COVID-19 experience: 'It was nothing like the flu'

Rose has missed nearly a month, but there's no timetable for his return to action.

Joe Rivera

Highlights & top performers from Sunday's action

The NBA season continued Sunday, with a busy 10-game slate. We've got you covered with final scores, stats, highlights and top fantasy performers with 20 teams in action.

NBA.com Staff

Is Edwards challenging Ball for ROY?

Welcome back to our 2020-21 NBA Rookie Ladder! Every other Friday, we will provide you with updated rankings to track which first-year players are leading the Rookie of the Year race. Is Anthony Edwards catching up to LaMelo Ball for the top spot? Where did first-year players end up following a top five shuffling?

Kyle Irving

Highlights & top performers from Thursday

Six games on the ticket for Thursday night including a showdown between LaMelo Ball and LeBron James as the surging Charlotte Hornets looked to continue their strong play.

NBA.com Staff

NBA sets new record for triple-doubles in a single day

The previous record of five was set just four days ago on Saturday (ET), but it didn't take long for the record books to be re-written with six players stuffing the stat sheet on tonight's 10-game slate.

Benyam Kidane

Highlights & top performers from Tuesday's action

Tuesday's seven-game slate served up plenty of superstar performances and we've got you covered with all the final scores, stats and highlights from each game below.

NBA.com Staff

Did Julius Randle travel? Knicks star leaves court fuming after controversial call in loss to Nets

Randle certainly wasn't happy about the call, but did the officiating crew get it right?

Jordan Greer

Barrett continues to impress, sets new career high

Knicks guard RJ Barrett, who was recently honoured as one of the league's 20 Rising Stars, continued his impressive sophomore campaign as he notched a new career high in a win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. As the 20-year-old is only scratching the surface, the best is yet to come for this New York team.

Gilbert McGregor

Highlights, top performers from Saturday's action

The second half of the NBA season continued with an eight-game slate. We've got you covered with all the final scores, news, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers from the night.

NBA.com Staff

Barrett has eyes on Olympics

In the midst of a career-best season with the surprising New York Knicks, RJ Barrett has confirmed interest in suiting up for Team Canada at the 2021 Olympic games.

Kane Pitman

Highlights, top performers from Thursday's action

The second half of the 2020-21 NBA season was underway and tonight was the first full slate of games since the break. Headlined by Nets-Celtics, there was plenty of enticing matchups ahead.

NBA.com Staff

Storylines we have our eyes on in second half

Our NBA.com Staff shares which storylines they have their eyes on between now and the end of the regular season before the second half of the schedule gets underway.

NBA.com Staff

HBCUs have produced NBA legends

While Robert Covington is the lone active alum of a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in the NBA, some of the league's all-time greats honed their skills at HBCU programs. Learn more on some of the most notable names, a list that includes All-Stars, champions and some of the league's greatest players.

Gilbert McGregor

Julius Randle is built for whatever comes his way

From the University of Kentucky to Los Angeles to New York City, Julius Randle has become quite familiar with basketball's biggest stages throughout his playing career. As he is set to take the All-Star stage for the first time in his career, all that's left for the 26-year-old to do is to help his Knicks end their longstanding playoff drought.

Gilbert McGregor

Hits and Misses: Predictions on 2020 rookie class

With the All-Star break upon us, the 2020 rookie class has had half of a season to get accommodated to the next level. Looking back at some of his predictions before the 2020 NBA Draft, it's time to rehash where NBA.com's Kyle Irving was right and where he was wrong in assessing this crop of first-year players.

Kyle Irving

Thursday's live scores

It's a busy night around the NBA with nine games on the slate on the final day prior to the All-Star break.

NBA.com Staff

Final scores & top performers from Tuesday's action

There were six NBA games on Tuesday. Scroll below for the final scores, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Who should be in the Dunk Contest?

The Slam Dunk Contest will take place at halftime of the 2021 NBA All-Star Game on March 7, 2021. As the Dunk Contest is usually the highlight of a typical All-Star Saturday Night, our NBA.com Staff weighs in on who they'd like to see compete for the crown this year.

NBA.com Staff

Scores & highlights from Saturday's action

Saturday's seven-game exciting slate is headlined by the last game in Brooklyn where the Nets put their eight-game win streak on the line against Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks. Scroll below for the final scores, highlights, and more.

Yash Matange

Scores, highlights from Thursday's action

The top three teams in the East are in action on Thursday night, while the LA Clippers are also on the schedule as they attempt to keep up with the Utah Jazz in the West.

NBA.com Staff

Scores, highlights from Tuesday's (ET) action

The NBA season continued with nine games and 18 teams in action. Scroll below for final scores, highlights, news and the top fantasy performers from the action.

NBA.com Staff

T-wolves fire Saunders, reportedly will replace him with Raptors assistant

Minnesota dismissed Saunders with the team at 7-24 and last in the Western Conference.

Tom Gatto

Challenging cases for All-Star reserves

The starters have been selected for the 2021 NBA All-Star Game, meaning the hardest decisions are coming up. Picking the reserves inevitably causes a conversation as deserving players are bound to get left out. Which players will get selected as an All-Star and which players will be left snubbed?

Kyle Irving

Highlights & top performers from Wed's action

We had 10 games on deck around the Association on Wednesday! Scroll below for all the final scores, stats, news, and highlights from each game below.

NBA.com Staff

Head-to-Head, Week 5: Breaking down each matchup

Welcome to Head-To-Head, a new fantasy game that is centred around how many points players score. Every Monday, five new matchups will be presented. All you have to do is pick which player you think will score more points in each matchup. What's on the line? Weekly and season-long prizes, including courtside tickets and a video call with an NBA All-Star.

Scott Rafferty

Top stat lines and highlights from Monday's action

We had seven games on deck around the Association tonight, headlined by a showdown between the conference-leading Jazz and 76ers. Scroll below for the final scores, highlights and top fantasy performers.

Benyam Kidane

All-Star Moment: Randle erupts for 44 in Knicks win

En route to 44 points, Randle knocked down a career-high seven 3-pointers while scoring or assisting on 12 of the team's game-sealing 16-8 run vs. the Atlanta Hawks. His final stat line makes him the first Knick since Stephon Marbury in 2005 to post 40/5/5 and 5+ threes.

Yash Matange

Running Diary from Saturday's action

There were five NBA games to look forward to on Saturday (ET), including Kevin Durant's return to Golden State. Scroll below for live updates, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Running diary from Friday's 11-game slate

Friday's 11-game slate did not disappoint with a handful of monster performances like 40-point outings from Luka Doncic, Terry Rozier and Nikola Vucevic and 30-point outings from Kawhi Leonard, Jayson Tatum and Anthony Davis.

NBA.com Staff

Running diary from Tuesday's action

Big performances from Damian Lillard, Jimmy Butler, Steph Curry and Donovan Mitchell headlined Tuesday's seven-game slate. Catch up on all the scores, stats, news, highlights and top fantasy performers from the night below.

NBA.com Staff

Jimmy Butler delivers Oscar-worthy performance vs. Knicks

Butler unfortunately won't win any awards, but he at least helped the Heat to a win.

Zac Al-Khateeb

How Ball starting, Rose trade affects Raptors playoff picture

The Raptors hold the No. 8 seed in the Eastern Conference with an 11-13 record but things are changing with the teams around them that are also fighting for playoff spots. LaMelo Ball has been awesome as a starter for the Hornets, De'Andre Hunter will miss significant time for the Hawks and the Knicks have traded for former MVP Derrick Rose. How do those things affect the Eastern Conference playoff picture?

Kyle Irving

Knicks acquire Rose from Pistons

Rose, 32, is averaging 14.2 points and 4.2 assists over 15 games this season. The 2011 league MVP spent the 2016-17 season with New York and played under current Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau in Chicago and Minnesota.

Gilbert McGregor

Running diary from Sunday's action

It was a super day in the NBA with five games on the docket. From Charlotte to Los Angeles, we've got you covered with live score updates, news, stats and highlights from throughout the day.

Running diary from Saturday's action

There were 11 games of NBA action with plenty of must-see matchups headlined by the one in Dallas consisting of Luka Doncic and Stephen Curry.

NBA.com Staff

Did any rookie take the top spot from Ball?

Welcome back to our 2020-21 NBA Rookie Ladder! Every other Friday, we will provide you with updated rankings to track which first-year players are leading the Rookie of the Year race. Did any rookie challenge LaMelo Ball for the top spot? Who are the new rookies making their first appearance on the ladder?

Kyle Irving

Running diary from Wednesday's action

Standout performances from Giannis Antetokounmpo, Joel Embiid, DeMar DeRozan and Zion Williamson headlined Thursday's 10-game slate. We've got you covered below with all the final scores, stats, highlights and best fantasy performers of the night.

NBA.com Staff

Waiver Wire Pickups: Who to add for Week 7

This week's waiver wire pickups highlight a couple veterans that are thriving in a new opportunity and a pair of rookies that are starting to get comfortable in the league. Take a look and see what players to add to give you a boost for the upcoming week.

Kyle Irving

Head-to-Head, Week 3: Breaking down each matchup

Welcome to Head-To-Head, a new fantasy game that is centered around how many points players score. Every Monday, five new matchups will be presented. All you have to do is pick which player you think will score more points in each matchup. What's on the line? Weekly and season-long prizes, including courtside tickets and a video call with an NBA All-Star.

Kyle Irving

All-Star Moment: Clutch LaVine edges Knicks

Not for the first time this season, the 25-year-old came up clutch for the Bulls. Averaging career-highs across the board, including his shooting percentages, LaVine is making a strong case for his first-ever All-Star selection.

Yash Matange

Running Diary from Monday's action

The NBA opened the month of February with a full 10-game slate. We've got you covered below with all the final scores, stats and highlights from each contest as well as the best fantasy stat lines.

NBA.com Staff

Optimal viewing plan for Monday's games

The new week begins with a star-studded 10-game slate. Here's the full schedule, biggest storylines and optimal viewing plan to get you ready for Monday's action.

Yash Matange

Running Diary from Sunday's action

The NBA season continued with Sunday's six-game slate. Check below for final scores, stats and highlights from each contest as well as the best fantasy stat lines.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights from a busy 10-game Friday

The NBA season has reached the quarter pole continuing on Friday with 10 games highlighted by Zion and the Pelicans taking on Giannis and the Bucks. Luka and the Mavs visiting Utah to take on Donovan Mitchell and the Jazz and so much more. Follow along for all the scores, updates, news, highlights and peak performancers.

NBA.com Staff

Who could earn first All-Star nod in 2021?

While it's still to be determined if there will be an All-Star Weekend in 2021, that doesn't change the voting process for who makes the All-Star team. As voting kicks off on Jan. 29, we look at a handful of young studs who have taken their gaven to another level this season, headlined by Jaylen Brown, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Julius Randle who have made a strong claim for their first-ever bid.

Gilbert McGregor

Running diary of Tuesday's action

There were only three games of NBA action on this Tueesday but there's was no shortage of stars in action or storylines to watch for. We have you covered with final scores, highlights and more.

NBA.com Staff

Lillard, Blazers survive furious Knicks 2nd-half rally

Down by 25 early in the third quarter, the Knicks nearly pulled of the comeback win if it wasn't for Damian Lillard, who answered the call yet again for the shorthanded Portland squad.

Yash Matange

Running diary from Sunday's action

There were seven games of NBA action on Sunday. We have you covered with final scores, highlights and more.

NBA.com Staff

Running diary of Friday's action

It was a packed slate with 11 games of NBA action on this Friday. We have you covered with final scores, news updates and more from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Draymond Green on receiving end of horrible technical call

The Warriors insisted Green was airing out rookie James Wiseman rather than an official or an opponent.

Tom Gatto

Knicks win on career night for RJ Barrett

RJ Barrett exploded for a career-high 28 points as the New York Knicks picked up a win on the road against the Golden State Warriors.

Kane Pitman

Thursday's recap

Three games filled the schedule for Thursday night with LeBron James and Donovan Mitchell showing out, while RJ Barrett delivered a new career-high.

NBA.com Staff

Buy or Sell: Which fantasy players should you move?

One month into the 2020-21 NBA season, you're probably beginning to identify which players to keep or part ways with on your fantasy roster. As the trade market heats up, should you buy or sell players like Trae Young, Donovan Mitchell, Devin Booker and Julius Randle?

Kyle Irving

Running diary from NBA on MLK Day

Nine games of NBA action on a special day, which included a handful of marquee matchups highlighted by the Bucks taking on the new-look Nets and another installment of Stephen Curry versus LeBron James. Scroll below as we have you covered with the final scores, highlights and more from all the action.

NBA.com Staff

Waiver Wire Pickups: Who to add for Week 5

As postponed games begin to impact your fantasy team's roster, being on top of the trending players on the waiver wire become all that much more important. Our Week 5 waiver wire pickups provide you with a couple long-term options and a few streaming options to keep your team chugging along through schedule changes.

Kyle Irving

Running Diary from Sunday's action

The 2020-21 NBA season continued with another six-game slate on Sunday. We've got you covered below with final scores, news, stats and highlights from throughout the day.

NBA.com Staff

Canadians shine bright as SGA and RJ post big nights

Although the results were mixed in terms of wins and losses, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and RJ Barrett each had a big Friday in a solid night for Canadians in the NBA.

Kane Pitman

Running diary from Friday's action

The red-hot LA Clippers scorch the nets, OKC outlast Chicago in OT and a monster from Andre Drummond night carries the Cavs on a big day of NBA action.

NBA.com Staff

Running diary from Wednesday's action

With seven games on Wednesday, there was no shortage of stars in action, headlined by big performances from Kevin Durant, LeBron James, Giannis Antetokoumpo and Damian Lillard.

NBA.com Staff

10 overreactions to the start of the season

We're only 10ish games into the season but that doesn't mean it's too soon to make some bold statements. Based on performances that have been both impressive and underwhelming, here are our overreactions to what's going on around the NBA.

Kyle Irving

The ups and downs of RJ Barrett

RJ Barrett came into the NBA billed as the league's next great Canadian. There's been flashes of brilliance and causes for concern so far in his NBA career, but have we seen enough to say whether or not he'll reach his full potential? The answer may surprise you.

Carlan Gay

Hornets defence key to win streak

Gordon Hayward poured in 34 points to lead the Charlotte Hornets to a 109-88 win over the New York Knicks — their fourth win in a row.

Benyam Kidane

Running diary from Monday's action

The NBA season continued with seven game on Monday. We've got you covered with all the scores, news, stats, highlights and top fantasy performers from the night.

NBA.com Staff

League Pass team of the week: Cavs

Highlighted by the Cleveland Cavaliers' four-game schedule, there is plenty of action to check out during the upcoming week on NBA League Pass.

Gilbert McGregor

Running diary from Sunday's action

Sunday's eight-game schedule had plenty of big performances across the NBA. We've got you covered below with all the scores, news, stats, highlights and top fantasy performers from the night!

NBA.com Staff

Friday's highlights

10 games on a Friday night produced no shortage of highlights, with the Lakers scraping home and Steph Curry cooking the Clippers.

NBA.com Staff

The Knicks are ... good again?

Have the Knicks caught lightning in a bottle with their early start or is the new "winning attitude" and culture established by recently appointed head coach Tom Thibodeau here to stay?

Yash Matange

Optimal viewing plan for 11-game slate

Wednesday night is a dream slate for NBA basketball fans and League Pass owners with 11 games of action. With plenty of good matchups headlined by Pacers-Rockets, 76ers-Wizards, Heat-Celtics, Suns-Raptors and Warriors-Clippers, many of the league's best players and teams will take the floor and you won't want to miss a second of it. Here we have you covered with the optimal viewing plan on how to navigate your television to catch it all.

Kyle Irving

Waiver Wire Pickups: Who to add this week

We're two weeks into the fantasy basketball season. At this point, you're probably starting to see where the holes are in your roster. To help improve your team, we have you covered with weekly Waiver Wire pickups to assure you stay in the hunt for that coveted fantasy championship.

Kyle Irving

Running diary from Monday's games

The 2020-21 NBA season continued with an action-packed nine-game slate this Monday. Two surprise teams in the East went head-to-head in Cavaliers-Magic, the Raptors and Celtics competed in a playoff rematch and Luka Doncic broke multiple records in a win vs. Rockets, and Stephen Curry sparks the Warriors to a big win.

Knicks' young core is worthy of excitement

In recent years, the Knicks have brought in a bevy of young talent through the draft and now have a proven leader in Tom Thibodeau at the helm. New York's roster is completely comprised of players under the age of 30, with 11 players aged 25 or younger. This youth movement will accelerate the franchise's return to prominence.

Gilbert McGregor

Running diary from Saturday's action

Just six days on the second day of the New Year but plenty of action to look back on and we got you covered with the final scores, biggest stats, news updates, highlights, and fantasy lines.

NBA.com Staff

Hall of Famer Paul Westphal dies at 70

Westphal, who won an NBA title as a player in 1974, spent 12 years in the NBA with the Boston Celtics, Phoenix Suns, Seattle SuperSonics. He would spend over a dozen years coaching the NBA, leading the Suns to the Finals in 1993. Westphal was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2019.

NBA.com Staff

VanVleet, Lowry lead Raptors to first win of season

After starting the season 0-3, the Toronto Raptors were desperate for a win and played like it down the stretch as they sealed a 100-83 win over the New York Knicks.

Benyam Kidane

Running diary from Friday's games

With seven games on deck on Thursday, we've got you covered below with the scores, news, highlights, and the best fantasy performers of the night.

NBA.com Staff

Raptors bench Pascal Siakam for Knicks game after his walk-off in Philly

The Toronto forward left the court prior to the end of the team's loss to the 76ers on Dec. 29. He is expected to return for the Raptors' next game.

Tom Gatto

Preview: Raptors gear up for 'must-win' against Knicks

At 0-3, the Raptors return to Tampa, where they will host the 2-2 Knicks. Following Toronto's third-straight loss to open the season, point guard Kyle Lowry told reporters that the team is "getting to that point where it's a must-win," meaning there will be a heightened sense of urgency with New York in town.

Gilbert McGregor

Disney's 'Soul' movie dunks on Knicks with hilarious scene

Disney's "Soul" was released on Christmas Day and mocks the Knicks during one scene, essentially bashing how bad the Knicks are.

Billy Heyen

Running diary from Tuesday's games

We had 10 games on deck for a busy Tuesday in the NBA. We've got you covered with all the scores, stats, news, highlights and the best fantasy performers of the night.

NBA.com Staff

Optimal viewing plan for tonight's games

There are 10 games to look forward to on Tuesday, including a rematch of last season's Eastern Conference Semifinals and a matchup between two of the league's up-and-coming teams. Here's the optimal viewing plan for what should be another fun slate of games.

Scott Rafferty

Players to watch on the fantasy waiver wire

Week 1 of the NBA season has come to a close and as players are becoming settled into new roles in a unique season, fantasy owners continue to seek ways to improve their rosters. We've got you covered with several names worth plenty of consideration.

Kyle Irving

Scores & highlights from Sunday's 10-game slate

Quite a few upsets and plenty of highlights from the 10 games on Sunday. We've got you covered below with scores, news, highlights, and the best fantasy performers of the day.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Wednesday's 12-game slate

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

NBA.com Staff

Barrett enters season with something to prove

Ontario native RJ Barrett was bothered by not making either All-Rookie team last season and enters Year 2 with a chip on his shoulder. The Knicks guard was finding his groove right before last season's suspension, so he enters his sophomore year with unfinished business.

Kyle Irving

Optimal viewing plan for tonight's games

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

Scott Rafferty

Recapping Day 8 of preseason action

The stars were out on the second last night of preseason action, with a former MVP sending an ominous warning to the rest of the league.

Kane Pitman

Biggest storylines from Day 6 of preseason

Just eight teams hit the floor on Wednesday as LeBron James and Anthony Davis made their pre-season debuts, while Coby White and Zach LaVine put on a show for the Bulls. We've got you covered with all the big takeaways from Day 6 of pre-season.

Benyam Kidane

Knicks have ROY candidate in Toppin

Obi Toppin took home every National Player of the Year award that college basketball has to offer in 2019-20, yet he still fell well past his projection on draft night. Where we've seen the Knicks take a home run swing and whiff in the draft in years past, they capitalized on the opportunity to make the correct and safe selection when a top-five talent fell into their lap at No. 8.

Kyle Irving

Predictions: Who will be Rookie of the Year?

We asked our NBA.com staff to predict who will be the 2021 Rookie of the Year award winner.

NBA.com Staff

Best Canadian matchups in first half

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

Kyle Irving

LiAngelo Ball waived by Pistons after not playing a minute in NBA preseason

The middle child of the Ball brothers has had a harder time finding a path toward playing in the NBA than siblings Lonzo and LaMelo.

Jacob Hancock

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

30 in 30: Can Thibs get the Knicks back on track?

It starts with giving the Knicks a defensive identity and putting RJ Barrett, as well as Mitchell Robinson and Obi Toppin, in positions to succeed.

Scott Rafferty

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

Can't-miss rookie matchups in first half

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

Kyle Irving

Knicks pulled off NBA Draft trade wizardry to turn picks 27 and 38 into 25 and 33

The Knicks managed to trade away two picks on NBA Draft night that they then flipped into two higher picks than the ones they began with. Along with selecting Immanuel Quickly, GM Scott Perry showed a bit of magic.

Billy Heyen

Spike Lee made a delightful cameo alongside Cole Anthony on NBA Draft night

But why was he there? There's a simple explanation.

Joe Rivera

Biggest steals, worst reaches of 2020 NBA Draft first round

The 2020 NBA Draft wasn't deep in talent, but there were players who represented good value in Round 1. Which teams were best and worst at finding those players?

Mike DeCourcy

On This Date: Wilt scores 73 points vs. Knicks

On Nov. 16, 1962, Wilt Chamberlain scored 73 points against the New York Knicks, the fourth-highest points total in NBA history.

Benyam Kidane

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

On This Date: Baylor sets scoring record

On Nov. 15, 1960, Elgin Baylor set a then-NBA record with 71 points in a Los Angeles Lakers victory over the New York Knicks. It is one of just 11 games in NBA history in which a player scored 70 or more points.

Gilbert McGregor

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

NBA trade rumors: Chris Paul to Suns, Russell Westbrook to Knicks talks heat up

Paul and Westbrook could be on the move again during a truncated NBA offseason.

Dan Bernstein

Where will Christian Wood land?

After a breakout season with the Detroit Pistons, Christian Wood looms as one of the more intriguing free agents on the market. Which teams will be looking to add the 25-year-old big man?

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

The Knicks have numerous options at No. 8

Who should they select? Should they trade up? Trade down? With a new team president in Leon Rose and a new head coach in Tom Thibodeau, New York looks to take another step in the right direction currently slated to select eighth overall in the 2020 NBA Draft.

Gilbert McGregor

Free agent destinations for DeRozan

DeRozan hasn't indicated whether or not he intends to pick up his player option for next season, but there's a chance he will be a free agent this offseason. If he does decide to leave San Antonio, which teams make sense for him?

Scott Rafferty

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

The NBA's championship legacy gatekeeper

When you're as dominant of a player as LeBron James is, you have the power to create or prevent legacies for others. While there's a handful of superstars who will forever be a champion thanks to James, the list of players that never won — or are still in search of — an NBA title runs much longer thanks to LeBron's gatekeeping.

Kyle Irving

Why would Knicks, Rockets want any part of Westbrook deal?

The NBA offseason has not officially begun until rumors start flying about the Knicks bringing a star to Madison Square Garden. Well, here we go!

Jordan Greer

A politician said the Knicks were bad, so James Dolan is funding his opponent

Knicks owner James Dolan takes trash talk very seriously.

Jordan Heck

RJ Barrett receives praise from Tom Thibodeau

As the Knicks ramp up their offseason program with full-team workouts, Thibodeau spoke highly of Barrett's work ethic, emphasizing how crucial of an offseason it is for the 20-year-old.

Gilbert McGregor

Who is representing each team during the Draft Lottery?

Three-time NBA champion and two-time MVP Stephen Curry headlines the list of people representing their teams during the virtual 2020 NBA Draft Lottery. Which representative will bring their franchise luck in earning the No. 1 overall pick?

Kyle Irving

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

Report: Knicks finalising deal with Thibs

Thibodeau boasts a 352-246 (.589) record in eight seasons with the Chicago Bulls and Minnesota Timberwolves.

NBA.com Staff

Tom Thibodeau could send Knicks down familiar path if he is unwilling to change

The big question here isn't about Thibodeau's previous accomplishments. It's about whether he is capable of leading these Knicks into the future.

Jordan Greer

All-Rookie Team predictions

After predicting the All-NBA Team, we shift the spotlight to the league's best 10 rookies. With the amount of talent in this year's rookie class, it's no easy task. Has Zion played enough for a First Team nod? Did Terence Davis II make the cut?

Gilbert McGregor

1985 Draft Lottery: A moment that changed the Draft forever

On May 12th in 1985, the first edition of the Draft Lottery took place, a system very similar to the one we know today. A format that would replace the coin toss and would modify the way you understand the league and the entry of new players into it.

Sergio Rabinal

Knicks' free agency prospects reach new low after generic statement on equality

James Dolan's inability to take advice will continue to prevent New York from being a desirable destination.

Jordan Greer

Knicks owner James Dolan offers weak explanation for lack of statement on George Floyd's death

The Knicks owner has reportedly left players and employees "furious" because the team has not yet publicly commented on the death of George Floyd.

Jordan Greer

The 1970s All-Decade Team

Kareem Adbul-Jabbar was a lock to make the team, but where did Jerry West land? How does the Laker legend stack up with Walt Frazier, John Havlicek, Pete Maravich and other great guards from the 70s?

Carlan Gay

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

Charles Barkley, Patrick Ewing & the best players Michael Jordan blocked from winning an NBA championship

These six players likely would have won at least one NBA championship if not for Michael Jordan.

Bill Bender

Scottie Pippen sits down: How Bulls star's blunder overshadowed Toni Kukoc's buzzer-beater vs. Knicks

After Michael Jordan announced his first retirement, Scottie Pippen emerged as a superstar in his own right. But all of that individual excellence was quickly forgotten on May 13, 1994.

Jordan Greer

How Michael Jordan owned the Knicks: A devastating legacy, by the numbers

Michael Jordan's stats against New York, especially in the playoffs, help explain his dominance of the Knicks.

Dan Bernstein

50th anniversary of 1970 NBA Finals Game 7

This iconic Game 7 contest at the Madison Square Garden helped the Knicks clinch their first NBA Championship in franchise history behind an inspired performance by point guard Walt Frazier.

Yash Matange

Comedian reveals how he scammed his way into seeing Michael Jordan's 55-point game at MSG

Gary Vider said he and his father pulled the stunt numerous times from 1993 to 1997.

Jacob Hancock

NBA taking smallest step toward getting players back on court

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

Tom Gatto

NBA stars react to WNBA draft

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

NBA.com Staff

Melo's clutch 43-point night vs. Bulls in 2012

In 2012, Carmelo Anthony delivered in the clutch for the Knicks with a pair of monster three-pointers at the end of regulation and overtime.

Benyam Kidane

Knicks have bad theory about missing out on Kevin Durant in free agency

The Knicks were widely viewed as the favorite to sign the 10-time All-Star, but Kevin Durant ultimately agreed to a four-year deal with the Nets.

Jordan Greer

#NBATogetherLive: Rockets win it all in 94'

Relive Hakeem Olajuwon and the Houston Rockets claiming their first NBA Championship with a Game 7 win over the New York Knicks in 1994.

Kane Pitman

The most slept on duos in NBA history

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

NBA.com Staff

🎥 Best plays from Canada's stars

From Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to RJ Barrett to Tristan Thompson, check out some of the best plays from a number of Canada's biggest NBA stars in the 2019-20 season.

NBA.com Staff

NBA, Knicks and Nets help New York

The NBA, Knicks and Nets moved to help New Yorkers amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Dejan Kalinic

Four flattering stats: Carmelo Anthony

Tuesday's #NBATogetherLive Classic Game is Carmelo Anthony's career-high 62-point outburst against the Charlotte Bobcats back in January 2014. Forgot just how dangerous Melo was as a scorer? Here are three stats to put in perspective his prolific ability.

Micah Adams

Knicks say owner James Dolan isolated after positive coronavirus test

Dolan is said to be experiencing "little to no symptoms."

Tom Gatto

A point-by-point breakdown of Michael Jordan's 'double nickel' masterpiece at Madison Square Garden

You remember Michael Jordan's 55 points against the Knicks on March 28, 1995. Here is what you might have missed in that memorable performance.

Bill Bender

Iman Shumpert shares classic story of Kobe Bryant catching fire against Knicks

"Yo, you had a great game, young fella." Classic Kobe.

Jordan Greer

Did Vince Carter play his final NBA game? Future Hall of Famer reflects on potentially 'weird' end to career

Vince Carter has enjoyed an NBA career spanning four decades, but it could have come to a premature end due to the league's suspension.

John Skilbeck

Follow live: Wednesday's action

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

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Tuesday's 9-game slate

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

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Sunday's 11-game slate

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

NBA.com Staff

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Chris Paul calls Knicks trade rumors a diversion from the Spike Lee fiasco

The Oklahoma City point guard wore the message "Do the Right Thing" on his sneakers during Friday's game in New York.

Jacob Hancock

How to get Knicks owner James Dolan to sell the team in 5 easy steps

The much-maligned Knicks owner likely won't sell the team, but if you follow these easy steps, he might think about it!

Joe Rivera

NBA trade rumors: Knicks could target Thunder's Chris Paul during 2020 offseason

Could Leon Rose's connection to Chris Paul help facilitate a trade between the Knicks and Thunder?

Jordan Greer

Charles Oakley on Knicks' treatment of Spike Lee: 'You're cheating the people of New York'

James Dolan is under heavy fire from a familiar critic.

Dan Bernstein

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

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

NBA.com Staff

February brought out the best of Canadian Rising Stars

We're Keeping Up With The Canadians and looking back at a spectacular month headlined by Rising Stars shining on the big stage, Andrew Wiggins changing teams and Jamal Murray emerging as the ultimate X-factor.

Gilbert McGregor

Spike Lee calls out Knicks owner James Dolan after entrance drama: 'I'm being harassed'

Spike Lee appeared to be denied entry to the Rockets-Knicks game Monday night. He had a lot to say about team owner James Dolan on Tuesday morning.

Jordan Heck

Barrett ties career-high to snap Rockets win streak

RJ Barrett tied his career-high with 27 points to lead the Knicks in snapping the Rockets six-game win streak at Madison Square Garden.

Kyle Irving

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's scores

Trae Young dropped 25 points as Atlanta handled Portland and T.J Warren poured in 30 in a Pacers road win over the Cavs in a busy night around the NBA.

NBA.com Staff

Harris leads short-handed 76ers past Knicks

Missing Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons, the Philadelphia 76ers improve to a league-best 28-2 at home this season with a 115-106 win over the New York Knicks

Benyam Kidane

Thursday's scores: Lakers win 7th game in a row

The Los Angeles Lakers make it seven wins in a row after securing a 116-86 win over the Golden State Warriors. Catch up on all the day's games right here!

NBA.com Staff

Monday's scores: Clippers flex muscles vs. Grizzlies

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

NBA.com Staff

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Mike Breen reveals favorite Kobe, Duncan, Garnett memories

ESPN's Mike Breen said Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett were always "three of my favorite players."

Jordan Greer

NBA Mock Draft: Warriors take LaMelo Ball; Knicks pick point guard of future

The NBA's trade deadline has come and gone, offering up some early clarity for the 2020 NBA Draft.

Chris Stone

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Bobby Portis joins list of absurd Knicks ejections this season

Portis was tossed in New York's 114-96 loss to the Wizards on Wednesday night.

Dan Bernstein

Trae joins LeBron, KD in NBA history

Trae Young exploded for 48 points and 13 assists to lead the Hawks to a double-overtime win over the Knicks. With this outburst, he surpassed Michael Jordan in the NBA history books while joining the likes of LeBron James and Kevin Durant.

Kyle Irving

Sunday's scores: Lillard leads Blazers past Heat

We had seven games around the Association on Sunday, headlined by the Jazz's thrilling win over the Rockets and the Blazers' victory over the new-look Miami Heat. Catch up on all the action, right here!

NBA.com Staff

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Thursday's scores: Lillard powers Blazers past Spurs

We had five games around the Association tonight, headlined by Bucks and 76ers, followed by the Rockets and Lakers. Catch up on all the action, right here!

NBA.com Staff

Andre Drummond, somehow, is caught off guard by trade to Cavs after being on the block

The Pistons dealt longtime center Andre Drummond to an unexpected team before the deadline. The move caught Drummond off guard, although it really shouldn't have.

Tom Gatto

Who is Leon Rose?

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the New York Knicks are set to hire long-time agent Leon Rose to become the team's newest president.

NBA.com Staff

Report: Knicks to hire Rose as next president

ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported on Tuesday that the Knicks were parting ways with team president Steve Mills.

Scott Rafferty

Ranking 7 worst NBA trades of last decade, including heists by Celtics, Raptors

These are the NBA trades that really made fans shake their heads in disgust.

Sean Highkin

Why the Knicks want Ujiri

Three hints: Carmelo Anthony. Jamal Murray. Andrea Bargnani. The Knicks' interest in Ujiri is about far more than building a winner in Toronto.

Micah Adams

New York Knicks reportedly targeting Toronto Raptors President Masai Ujiri to replace Steve Mills

The Raptors' Presidents previously stated that he loves being in Toronto when rumors of team interest in him arose in the past.

Jace Mallory

Report: Knicks targeting Ujiri to run franchise

ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski broke the news that the Knicks are reportedly parting ways with team president Steve Mills, adding that the franchise has Raptors president Masai Ujiri in mind to "ultimately oversee New York’s operations." Ujiri is under contract with the Raptors through 2020-21.

Scott Rafferty

Recap of Monday's 10-game slate

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

NBA.com Staff

Morant, Canadians highlight 10-game slate

Ja Morant and the Grizzlies host the Detroit Pistons. Plus Canadian bigs Khem Birch and Tristan Thompson both in action headlining a 10-game slate for you Monday night on the couch.

Carlan Gay

Knicks fail to contain loud 'Sell the team' chant at Madison Square Garden

New York fans were fed up at the end of another lopsided loss.

Dan Bernstein

Wednesday's scores: Nets honour Kobe in win over Pistons

Spencer Dinwiddie and Kyrie Irving paid tribute to Kobe Bryant as they led the Nets past the Pistons in Brooklyn. Catch up on all of tonight's scores, stats, news and highlights, right here!

NBA.com Staff

Barrett to retire 'Maple Mamba' nickname

A native of Toronto, Ontario, Barrett was given the nickname during his one and only season at Duke. He says he's always loved Bryant's mentality and that he tries to play with the same intensity.

Scott Rafferty

Recap: Tuesday's 8-game slate

Khris Middleton poured in a career-high 51 points to headline Tuesday's 8-game slate in the NBA! Catch up on of tonight's action, right here.

NBA.com Staff

Siakam says he's still finding his rhythm

A groin injury sidelined Siakam for 11 games between the end of December and the start of January. He had his highest scoring game since returning from injury on Friday, finishing with 23 points in a win over the Knicks.

Scott Rafferty

Eight thoughts: Is Siakam's 3-point shot back?

One day after being named an All-Star for the first time in his career, Pascal Siakam stepped up with 23 points, seven rebounds and three assists to help the Raptors record their sixth straight win.

Scott Rafferty

Can Raps make it 6 straight?

Since returning to full health, the Toronto Raptors have used red-hot shooting to orchestrate a five-game win streak. Can Toronto keep it going as it begins a two-game road trip at Madison Square Garden?

Gilbert McGregor

Don't worry, RJ will be just fine

The Knicks have made it halfway through their season. Has their rookie RJ Barrett lived up to the hype?

Carlan Gay

Recap Wednesday's action

Russell Westbrook and James Harden helped the Rockets get over the Nuggets, while LeBron James and Anthony Davis were dominant at Madison Square Garden.

NBA.com Staff

Most memorable moments on MLK Day

There has been big performances, historic moments, game-winners and even some fights! Re-live some of the best NBA moments on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Kyle Irving

Saturday's scores: CP3 drops 30 in win over POR

Saturday's 11-game slate was packed with action, highlights and more. Take a look at some of the best moments from a busy day around the Association!

NBA.com Staff

Simmons continues strong play in Embiid's absence

Ben Simmons led the 76ers to a win over the Knicks at Madison Square Garden, going for 21 points, eight assists and seven rebounds. The All-Star guard has raised his game to another level in the absence of star centre Joel Embiid.

Kyle Irving

Report: Barrett (ankle) to be re-evaluated in a week

Barrett's injury occurred midway through the third quarter against the Suns on Thursday. He did not return to action after heading to the locker room.

Benyam Kidane

Thursday's scores: Kawhi powers Clippers past Magic

The Nuggets escaped with a thrilling OT win over the Warriors, while Kawhi Leonard continued his scoring form to lead the Clippers past the Magic. Catch up on all the night's action, right here.

NBA.com Staff

The biggest Canadian storylines in 2020

As we flip the calendar to a new year, the Canadian impact on the NBA is greater than ever. From the faces of Canadian basketball to the abundance CanCon in the 2020 NBA playoffs and the road to the Tokyo Olympics, we're breaking down some of the biggest storylines to follow over the next 12 months.

Gilbert McGregor

Tuesday's scores: Giannis scores 37 in 21 mins vs. the Knicks

In one of six games on Tuesday, the Milwaukee Bucks improved a league-best 36-6 behind a dominating 26-point win vs. the New York Knicks at home.

NBA.com Staff

Andre Drummond trade rumors: Knicks asking about Pistons center

New York already has a lot of big men, but Drummond would be an upgrade.

Tom Gatto

Friday's scores: Jazz extend winning streak to eight

The Utah Jazz extended their winning streak to eight games with a win over Charlotte, while Spencer Dinwiddie's career-high 14 assists helped Brooklyn snap their seven game losing streak.

NBA.com Staff

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