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Trae Young is rewriting the narrative

In just his third NBA season, Trae Young continues to do away with preconceived notions surrounding his ability to contribute to winning basketball with his unique playmaking and scoring abilities. After an all-time series debut, Young has a legitimate opportunity to lead his team to the Eastern Conference Finals as a second act.

Gilbert McGregor

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Preview: 76ers face tricky test vs. Hawks

After missing the playoffs last season, the Atlanta Hawks are into the second round, where they will face a tough test against the No.1 seed Philadelphia 76ers. Can Trae Young continue his scorching playoff debut against one of the NBA's best defences or will the 76ers march on to the Eastern Conference Finals?

Benyam Kidane

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Medical analysis: Embiid's meniscus tear

As the 76ers take on the Hawks in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, all eyes will be on the availability of MVP finalist Joel Embiid, who was listed as day-to-day after suffering a lateral meniscus tear in his right knee in the opening round. What does this mean? How could it impact his performance? Our medical expert breaks down the short- and long-term outlook of Embiid's injury.

Gilbert McGregor

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Hawks vs. 76ers predictions, picks, schedule & more

Everything you need to know about the Hawks and 76ers before their conference semifinal series in the 2021 NBA playoffs.

Jordan Greer

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Rivers lauds team effort in win without Embiid

Without Embiid, six different 76ers played finished in double figures - an effort that helped them overcome 32-point performance from Bradley Beal and a 24-point, 10-assist double-double from Russell Westbrook. Their 129-112 Game 5 win helps them advance to their third Conference Semifinals in the last four seasons.

Yash Matange

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How to watch Wednesday's Game 5s

Highlighted by a pivotal Game 5 between the Clippers and Mavericks, a full night of playoff action also sees the 76ers, Hawks and Jazz embark upon opportunities to advance past the opening round.

Gilbert McGregor

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What Embiid's injury means for 76ers

76ers centre Joel Embiid was forced to leave Game 4 early with right knee soreness, resulting in Philadelphia's first loss of the series as Washington avoided a sweep. What does this injury mean for the top-seeded Sixers moving forward if Embiid is forced to miss time?

Kyle Irving

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Joel Embiid injury update: 76ers star 'doubtful' for Game 5 against the Wizards

There are questions about the health of the 76ers' big man after his early exit in Philadelphia's Game 4 loss to Washington.

Jacob Camenker

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Wizards rip fan who ran on court during game vs. 76ers: 'Your thinking is barbaric'

For yet another night, an NBA fan made waves at a game for poor in-arena behavior.

Jacob Camenker

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Simmons struggles at free throw line in loss to Wizards

Washington kept hacking at Simmons, and it kept working.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Westbrook reminds us he's one-of-a-kind

It wasn't Russell Westbrook's most efficient game of the season, but he made history with a 19-point, 21-rebound, 14-assist triple-double in Game 4, leading the Wizards to a much-needed win along the way. Westbrook has been getting triple-doubles in his sleep this season, but his 21 rebounds were a reminder of what makes him one-of-a-kind.

Scott Rafferty

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Doc Rivers breaks down biggest issues in Game 4 loss

"I thought the foul trouble was more," 76ers head coach Doc Rivers said after the 122-114 Game 4 loss. "Obviously, losing Joel is No. 1 right and then being in foul trouble as well. Those are the two things that hurt us."

Yash Matange

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Embiid exits Game 4 with knee soreness

Joel Embiid appeared to have suffered the injury late in the first quarter and after spending all of the second quarter in the locker room, he was declared unavailable for return by the team during halftime. He finished with eight points, six rebounds, two assists and a block in 11 minutes of action.

Yash Matange

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Westbrook, Beal keep Washington's season alive

The Washington Wizards avoid the sweep on their home floor with a nail-biting 122-114 win over the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 4.

Benyam Kidane

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Can 76ers possibly improve on Game 3 masterpiece?

Led by Joel Embiid's playoff career-high 36 points, the Sixers set an exceptionally high bar with their overpowering performance in Game 3.

Steve Aschburner

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What to watch for in Monday's Game 4s

After an action-packed weekend of playoff hoops with eight games, it's time to shift focus to significant Game 4s slated for Monday night. The Wizards aim to stay alive and force a Game 5 while the Jazz hope to take a dominant 3-1 series lead. Here are a few things to watch out for in these couple of games.

Yash Matange

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Embiid puts new and improved post game on full display

Joel Embiid dominated the Wizards in Game 3 with a playoff career-high 36 points on 14-for-18 shooting from the field. Embiid was been lighting up defenses all season long, but it's the way he did it in Game 3 that stood out.

Scott Rafferty

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Embiid destroys Wizards as 76ers take 3-0 lead

The Philadelphia 76ers have one foot in the second round after blowing out the Washington Wizards to take a 3-0 lead in the series. Joel Embiid posted a career postseason high 36 points, in the continuation of a dominant series for the big man.

Kane Pitman

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What to watch for in Saturday's playoff games

Saturday's busy slate consists of four playoff games, a pair of Game 4s and a pair of Game 3s. The Bucks will look to sweep the Heat, the Trail Blazers will try and even the series with the Nuggets, the 76ers look to keep the Wizards winless and the Grizzlies and Jazz aim to take a one-game lead in their series. Here are a couple of things to watch for in Saturday's games.

Kyle Irving

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Sixers apologize to Westbrook, ban fan who threw popcorn

The fan who threw popcorn at Russell Westbrook will have his season tickets revoked.

Official Release

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Will Russell Westbrook be back for Game 3?

Westbrook left Wednesday's game with an ankle injury.

Edward Sutelan

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76ers fan ejected from Game 2 after throwing popcorn at Wizards' Russell Westbrook

The incident occurred when Westbrook walked back to Washington's locker room after suffering an ankle injury in the fourth quarter.

Jordan Greer

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Thybulle making history with his defence

Matisse Thybulle is the first player in NBA history with four steals and five blocks in under 20 minutes of any game — regular season or postseason.

Benyam Kidane

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Simmons powers 76ers to 2-0 lead

Simmons was in attack mode in Game 2, flirting with a triple-double as the 76ers cruised to a 120-95 win over the Wizards.

Benyam Kidane

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Keys to Wednesday's Game 2s

The 2021 NBA Playoffs roll on with three Game 2s on Wednesday. The Wizards are trying to steal a win in Philadelphia, the Hawks are looking to take another one from the Knicks at Madison Square Garden and the highly anticipated return of Donovan Mitchell sets the table for a big one between the Jazz and Grizzlies.

Kyle Irving

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Raptors fan guide to the playoffs

If you're the type of fan that enjoys the game much more when you do have a team to cheer for, there are plenty of viable teams for Raptors fans to temporarily root for in the 2021 Playoffs. In addition to the four teams that feature Canadian talent – three, if you could never cheer for Boston – there are several former Raptors set to take the floor for their respective teams. And once a Raptor, always a Raptor, right?

Gilbert McGregor

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A complete history of first-round series upsets

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

Gilbert McGregor

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Harris' career game leads 76ers to Game 1 win

Tobias Harris came out in attack mode in this one, going off for a playoff career-best 37 points to lead the 76ers over the Wizards in Game 1. His efforts combined with 30 points from Joel Embiid and a career-high 15 assists from Ben Simmons proved to be too much for Washington to handle.

Kyle Irving

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Preview: Sixers open as No. 1 seed vs. Wizards

The Washington Wizards earned their spot in the postseason via the Play-In Tournament. Their reward is a meeting with the top seed in the East, the Philadelphia 76ers. The Sixers are out to avenge a first round exit in last year's playoffs.

Kane Pitman

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Complete guide to the first round

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 first round.

NBA.com Staff

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NBA awards finalists revealed

The NBA has revealed the finalists for this season's awards, with a host of big names in the running for the most prestigious individual accolades in the game.

NBA.com Staff

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OTD: Iverson named 2001 NBA MVP

Listed at 6-0 and 165 points, Iverson is one of the smallest players in league history to be named MVP.

Yash Matange

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76ers clinch East's No. 1 seed 1st time since 2001

This is the 76ers' first No. 1 seed in the Conference in 20 years. The last time they achieved this feat was in 2001 when Allen Iverson led the franchise to the NBA Finals in a 56-win season.

Yash Matange

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Highlights, scores from Friday's action

Just three days remained in the 2020-21 regular season and we got an eight-game slate with 16 teams in action. Check in below to catch up on the best from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

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Heat's Udonis Haslem ejected in historic season debut after altercation with 76ers' Dwight Howard

Udonis Haslem, 40, made franchise history with his season debut for the Heat against the 76ers and was promptly ejected after three minutes of action.

Jacob Camenker

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Butler and the Heat are surging at the right time

Could we be seeing a repeat of last year's NBA Finals run from the Miami? Jimmy Butler and the Heat are surging ahead of the postseason tipping off, dispatching the Philadelphia 76ers in their latest impressive performance.

Kane Pitman

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Best reactions to Kawhi's historic game-winner

Wednesday marks the two-year anniversary of the greatest shot in Raptors history. Kawhi Leonard's four-bouncer in Game 7 to sink the Sixers sent shockwaves that we're still feeling two years later. Here are the sights, sounds and in-the-moment reactions from the NBA's biggest stars.

Gilbert McGregor

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Highlights, scores from Tuesday's action

The Warriors, Lakers, Grizzlies, Heat and Pacers all picked up pivotal wins as the race for the Play-In Tournament continues to take shape. Catch up on all the action from Tuesday's 11-game slate.

NBA.com Staff

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Soundsystem: Who should be All-NBA?

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty break down the latest topics in and around the NBA each week on a LIVE edition of NBA Soundsystem.

NBA.com Staff

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Five mind-blowing stops from Thybulle

Matisse Thybulle is on track to become the first guard since Dwyane Wade to average at least 1.5 steals and 1.0 blocks per game in a single season, per Stathead. The crazy part? Thybulle rubbing shoulders with a future Hall of Famer provides only a glimpse into what makes him one of the peskiest defenders in the NBA.

Scott Rafferty

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Highlights, top performers from Friday's action!

A huge ten game slate filled Friday night, with a number of game carrying significant Play-In implications including a battle between the Lakers and Trail Blazers. Keep it right here for all the final scores, news, highlights and top performers!

NBA.com Staff

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Zion out indefinitely with a fractured left finger

The New Orleans Pelicans hopes of reaching the Play-In Tournament have suffered a major blow, with Zion Williamson to be sidelined with a fractured left ring finger. New Orleans are 2.0 games back of the final seed with five games to play.

Kane Pitman

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Highlights, top performers from Wednesday's action

There were nine NBA games to look forward to on Wednesday, including a matchup between two of the league's best big men in Julius Randle and Nikola Jokic. Follow along for final scores, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

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Fact or Fiction on Bucks' championship aspirations

The Bucks are coming off of one of their biggest wins of the season as they try and make one last push for their third-consecutive No. 1 seed heading into the NBA Playoffs. Our NBA.com Staff plays a game of "Fact or Fiction" to discuss the pressing topics surrounding a potential deep playoff run by Milwaukee.

NBA.com Staff

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Highlights, top performers from Monday's action

There were eight NBA games to look forward to on Monday. If you missed any of the action or big performances we've got you covered with stats, highlights and of course all the scores!

NBA.com Staff

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Two newcomers crack latest MVP ladder

Two newcomers crack our MVP Ladder in Chris Paul and Stephen Curry. Where did they each land? Who else rounds out the top five? Is Nikola Jokic still the front-runner? Here's how our NBA.com Staff sees the MVP race shaping up with less than a month remaining in the regular season.

Scott Rafferty

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Highlights, top performers from Friday's action

There were eight NBA games to look forward to on Friday, including a battle between the Suns and Jazz, as well as the return of LeBron James. Follow along for final scores, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

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Top performers, highlights from Wednesday's games

Ten games filled the schedule on Wednesday night, with playoff implications littered throughout. Play-In tournament seeding and postseason clinches were all on the line in a series of intriguing matchups. Keep up to date with all the final scores, news, highlights and top performers right here!

NBA.com Staff

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76ers return to playoffs for fourth straight season

The 76ers punched their ticket to the playoffs on Wednesday with a win over the Hawks. They've now made the playoffs in each of the last four seasons, making for the fifth-longest active streak in the NBA. While they still have plenty left to play for, have a look at why this moment is Made to Chill…

Scott Rafferty

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NBA trade rumors: 76ers pushed for Chris Paul deal, but Suns star wasn't interested

Paul was reportedly a "driving force" behind the deal that sent him from the Thunder to the Suns in November.

Jordan Greer

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No pass or shot is safe around Thybulle

Matisse Thybulle went scoreless in Philadelphia's recent loss to Phoenix but was everywhere defensively, delivering a game-high three blocks and two steals. He also helped the 76ers do the impossible by containing Devin Booker. Thybulle came up with one particular stop on the two-time All-Star that showed why he's become one of the most feared defenders in the league.

Scott Rafferty

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OTD: 76ers had no answer for Kawhi in Game 1

Here's a look back at the immediate reaction to Toronto's Game 1 win over Philadelphia in the second round of the 2019 NBA Playoffs, a game in which Kawhi Leonard set a playoff career-high of 45 points.

K Irving and Ben...

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Keeping track of the Play-In Tournament race

The race for spots in the Play-In Tournament is on, with a number of teams still battling for seeding with less than a month left in the regular season.

NBA.com Staff

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Highlights, scores from Saturday's action

The NBA season continued with an action-packed eight-game slate. With 16 teams in action, we've got you covered below with final scores, news updates, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers from a full day of action.

NBA.com Staff

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Giannis powers Bucks to big win over 76ers

The Milwaukee Bucks have inched closer to the Philadelphia 76ers at the top of the Eastern Conference with a dominant win at Fiserv Forum. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the way with 27 points as Milwaukee never trailed from start to finish.

Kane Pitman

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Highlights, top performers from Thursday's action

There were six games to look forward to on Thursday, including a showdown between the Lakers and Mavericks in which Anthony Davis made his return. Jump in for a full recap of all the scores, news and highlights!

NBA.com Staff

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76ers' Joel Embiid nearly nets insane, Hail Mary buzzer-beating shot vs. Suns

Embiid and the 76ers came oh so close to sending the game into overtime.

Joe Rivera

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Who has more to prove: Bucks or 76ers?

The Bucks and 76ers are set to face off in back-to-back matchups that could have heavy implications on seeding in the Eastern Conference playoff picture. As two teams that have come up short of their goals in the past few seasons, our NBA.com Staff debates which franchise has more to prove in this year's playoffs.

NBA.com Staff

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Red-hot Curry is breaking defences

After watching Stephen Curry's otherworldly MVP performance in the 2015-16 season, we didn't think it was possible for him to take his play to another level. We were wrong. At age 33, Steph has an undermanned Warriors team on the brink of the playoffs thanks to an incredible 10-game stretch that saw him average almost 41 points. He set multiple NBA records over this hot streak, which included four games in which he hit at least 10 shots from long range. For more on his historic roll and to get an idea of exactly how impossible he's been to contain, we take a closer look at one fascinating play from an unconscious 49-point effort again the 76ers.

Scott Rafferty

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Suns escape with thrilling win over 76ers

The Suns move to 2-0 on their East coast road trip with another nail-biting win, edging the Philadelphia 76ers 116-113, thanks to Devin Booker's clutch bucket and another huge performance from Chris Paul.

Benyam Kidane

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Highlights, top performers from Wednesday's action

With a packed 12-game slate on tap, there were plenty of marquee matchups to catch up on if you missed any of the stars in action!

NBA.com Staff

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How Booker has become the 76ers kryptonite

Booker has scored 30-plus points in each of his last seven games against the 76ers, the longest streak by a Suns player against a single opponent.

Benyam Kidane

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By The Numbers: Curry's 3-point explosion

Steph Curry re-wrote the record books with his lights out performance against the Philadelphia 76ers, burying 10 3-pointers on his way to 49 points.

Benyam Kidane

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Highlights and top performers from Monday's action

With the race for playoff spots heating up, we've had an action-packed nine-game slate on Monday. Follow along for all the final scores, stats and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

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Curry's scorching shooting sinks 76ers

Steph Curry continued his red-hot shooting, burying 10 3-pointers on his way to 49 points, breaking several NBA records along the way.

Benyam Kidane

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Embiid receives Community Assist Award

Kaiser Permanente and the NBA will donate $10,000 on Joel Embiid’s behalf to Covenant House Pennsylvania.

Official Release

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Embiid has become a midrange assassin

Joel Embiid has long been one of the league's most dominant post scorers, but his evolution into an elite midrange shooter adds a wrinkle to his game that makes him practically unguardable out of the low block.

Scott Rafferty

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Highlights and top performers from Friday's games

There were 11 NBA games to look forward to on Friday! Follow along for final scores, highlights and stats from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

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Embiid making late MVP push as 76ers edge Clips

Putting up 36 points and 14 rebounds, Embiid became the first 76ers player since Allen Iverson in 2006 to score 35 or more in three consecutive games. His play helped Philadelphia overcome the visiting Clippers and snap their seven-game win streak.

Yash Matange

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76ers survive Nets comeback, clinch tiebreaker

Despite the Nets late charge which made things interesting, Philadelphia won 123-117 to take sole possession of the top seed in the East with a 38-17 record and, more importantly, clinched the tiebreaker with the Nets by winning the season-series 2-1.

Yash Matange

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Highlights & top performers from Wednesday's action

From Luka Doncic's game-winning heroics to Steph Curry's red-hot shooting night and triple-doubles from Jokic and Westbrook, there was no shortage of standout performances around the NBA on Wednesday.

NBA.com Staff

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Ben Simmons on Defensive Player of the Year battle with Rudy Gobert: 'He's not guarding everybody'

"I'm one of those guys who can guard one through five," Simmons said.

Jordan Greer

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Simmons stakes claim for DPOY

Ben Simmons and the Philadelphia 76ers are locked in a battle for the top seed in the Eastern Conference and the Aussie believes his work on the defensive end should be rewarded with the Defensive Player of the Year award.

Kane Pitman

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Keeping track of the Play-In Tournament race

The race for spots in the Play-In Tournament is on, with a number of teams still battling for seeding as the final month of the regular season arrives.

NBA.com Staff

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76ers pass first test as key stretch of games loom

With Joel Embiid back in the lineup, the 76ers once again look like a dominant force in the East as they prepare for a tough six-game stretch that will test their championship ambitions.

Benyam Kidane

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Highlight's & top performers from Monday's action

The NBA season continued with an eight-game schedule and plenty to follow with 16 teams in action. Below, we've got you covered with final scores, news, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers from the day.

NBA.com Staff

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Highlights & top performers from Saturday's action

Saturday served up an action-packed seven-game slate! Catch up on all the final scores, highlights and more from each one.

NBA.com Staff

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Siblings Day: How many are in the NBA?

From the two Ball brothers a trio of Antetokounmpos and Holidays, the NBA family continues to grow in more ways than one.

Gilbert McGregor

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Behind career-game, Zion bullies 76ers

Coming off a down performance by his own lofty standards, Zion Williamson was utterly dominant in leading the Pelicans to big win at home over the Sixers.

Kane Pitman

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Friday's highlights & top performers

There were nine games of NBA action this Friday night with a handful of must-see matchups. We'll have you covered with final scoress, highlights and more from all the action.

NBA.com Staff

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Embiid reigniting MVP race

In just two games since returning from injury, Joel Embiid looks back to his MVP-level form, going off for 35 points in a dominant display against the Celtics tonight.

Benyam Kidane

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Highlights & top performers Tuesday's action

Standout performances from Nikola Vucevic, Paul George, Nikola Jokic and Steph Curry headlined Wednesday's busy eight-game slate. Catch up on all the scores and highlights below.

NBA.com Staff

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Balanced Grizz take down Embiid-less 76ers

With Joel Embiid out of the lineup the Memphis Grizzlies went to work, dominating Philadelphia for an important road win behind 17 points from Dillon Brooks.

Kane Pitman

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Embiid picks up where he left off in return

After missing 10 games with a bone bruise in his left knee, Joel Embiid impressed in his return to the 76ers lineup, dropping 24 points in 28 minutes as they climb back to the top of the Eastern Conference.

Benyam Kidane

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It didn't take long for 76ers' Joel Embiid, Timberwolves' Karl-Anthony Towns to reignite entertaining feud

Two of the NBA's most talented young stars showing off their skills and mixing in some animosity? Yes, more of that, please.

Jordan Greer

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Saturday's highlights and top performers

There were eight NBA games to look forward to on Saturday. Follow along for final scores, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

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Thursay's highlights & top performers

With the play-in tournament just over a month away, the race for playoff seeding is heating up. A seven game slate on Thursday saw a number of those teams jostling for positions meet in an exciting night of hoops around the NBA.

NBA.com Staff

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76ers' Embiid set for return from knee injury

At the time of his injury, which was reportedly a bone bruise in his left knee, the 7'0" center was averaging 29.9 points, 11.5 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.4 blocks per game in 31 appearances.

Yash Matange

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Boban Marjanovic, Tobias Harris reunite for terrific Goldfish commercial

Marjanovic and Harris reunited for a new Goldfish commercial that radiates buddy comedy energy.

Jordan Greer

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Murray stars as Nuggets roll

Playing in front of fans at home for the first time this season, the Denver Nuggets put on a show to take down Philadelphia led by 30 points from Jamal Murray.

Kane Pitman

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Tuesday's recap

Only four games on Tuesday but no shortage of action as a dunk of the year contender was produced along with a big upset and a contender out West finding their groove.

NBA.com Staff

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Soundsystem: Who won the trade deadline?

Every week, NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty break down the latest topics in the NBA on the LIVE edition of NBA Soundsystem.

NBA.com Staff

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Mann emerging as Clippers' bench scorer

Terance Mann turned in a highlight-filled performance off the bench for the Clippers, scoring a season-high 23 points in their 122-112 win over the 76ers.

Benyam Kidane

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Highlights & top performers from Saturday's action

From Zion Williamson's monster performances to Harrison Barnes' buzzer-beater, there was no shortage of standout performances on Saturday's nine-game slate. Catch up on all the action below!

NBA.com Staff

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No trades for Lakers as losing streak continues

Missing superstars LeBron James and Anthony Davis, the Los Angeles Lakers did not make a move at the trade deadline. Hours later, the Lakers lost their fourth straight game at home against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Kane Pitman

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76ers' Dwight Howard ejected after bumping Lakers' Montrezl Harrell; Doc Rivers calls both players 'clowns'

The Sixers coach lost his backup center, Howard, to an ejection at the end of the first quarter in LA. Harrell remained in the game.

Tom Gatto

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Deadline impact on title odds for contenders

Kyle Lowry stayed in Toronto, the Los Angeles Lakers held firm and the Miami Heat added a former All-Star guard. How did the 2021 trade deadline impact the title race for the contenders?

Kane Pitman

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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

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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

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Making sense of latest Lowry trade rumours

It's still unknown if the Raptors will look to move Kyle Lowry before this season's trade deadline, but that hasn't prevented multiple teams from reportedly pursuing him. If the Raptors do engage with those teams, here's why a trade could make sense for them and Lowry.

Scott Rafferty

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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

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Highlights and top performers from Saturday's action

Saturday's five-game slate served up plenty of impressive performances around the NBA. Catch up on all the scores, stats and highlights from tonight's action, right here!

NBA.com Staff

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76ers' Dwight Howard wanted to 'Stone Cold Stunner' Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo after sit-down celebration

The fans in attendance didn't appreciate the gesture, and neither did Howard.

Jordan Greer

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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

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Giannis powers Bucks to comeback win in OT

Giannis Antetokounmpo went on a personal 7-0 run in overtime to seal the 109-105 win on the road, extending the Bucks' win streak to five games.

Benyam Kidane

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Highlights & top performers from Wednesday's action

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

NBA.com Staff

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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

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Could Embiid still win MVP?

After wide consideration as a favourite to be named MVP of the 2020-21 season, Joel Embiid is set to miss extended time for the first time this year. Given his body of work and the precedent set in years past, has he done enough to remain in the MVP conversation amongst a crowded field?

Gilbert McGregor

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Which contender needs Tucker the most?

Rockets head coach Stephen Silas recently revealed that P.J. Tucker and the franchise have agreed that he will no longer be with the team. According to reports, many contenders are interested in acquiring Tucker ahead of the trade deadline, but which one needs him the most?

Scott Rafferty

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Highlights & top performers from Sunday's action

There were nine NBA games to look forward to on Sunday! Scroll below for final scores, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

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Is Doncic or Jokic the league's best passer?

In an attempt to find a clear-cut No. 1, seven members of our NBA.com Global staff submitted their top five passers in the league in an attempt to find an answer.

Gilbert McGregor

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Embiid (knee) out at least two weeks

Joel Embiid suffered a knee injury in the 76ers' win over the Washington Wizards Friday night. After an MRI revealed a bone bruise, the team has provided a preliminary timetable for return.

Gilbert McGregor

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How long is Joel Embiid out? Injury timeline, return date, updates

Here's everything we know about Joel Embiid's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.

Tom Gatto

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Highlights, top performers from Friday's action

The second half of the NBA season continued with a seven-game slate. We've got you covered from coast to coast with final scores, news, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers from the day.

NBA.com Staff

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Embiid's return cut short by apparent knee injury

Joel Embiid was dominating his return from health and safety protocols before an apparent knee injury after an impressive dunk cut his night short.

Kane Pitman

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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

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Lakeland Magic win G League championship

The Magic held the Blue Coats' G League standout Paul Reed to just 13 points on 6-for-18 shooting from the field in a defensive performance worthy of a championship. Lakeland guard Devin Cannady scored a team-high 22 points in the victory to take home G League Finals MVP.

Kyle Irving

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NBA.com's updated award picks at halfway point

Before the start of the 2020-21 season, our NBA.com Staff made their predictions for each end-of-season award, from MVP and DPOY to MIP and COY. With half of the season now in the books, which ones are we sticking with and which ones are we changing?

NBA.com Staff

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Embiid, Simmons out for All-Star Game

Prior to traveling to Atlanta, Philadelphia’s Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons had contact with an individual who is confirmed today to have tested positive for the coronavirus. As a result, Embiid (Team Durant) and Simmons (Team LeBron) will not play in tonight’s NBA All-Star Game.

Official Release

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NBA.com's updated award picks at halfway point

Before the start of the 2020-21 season, our NBA.com Staff made their predictions for each end-of-season award, from MVP and DPOY to MIP and COY. With half of the season now in the books, which ones are we sticking with and which ones are we changing?

NBA.com Staff

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Donovan Mitchell, Rudy Gobert say Jazz need to stop getting 'screwed' by NBA officials

The Utah stars were frustrated enough after Wednesday's overtime loss to the 76ers to talk themselves into five-figure fines.

Tom Gatto

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Embiid's heroics lead 76ers past Jazz

Joel Embiid turned in one of his best performances of the season, dropping 40 points against the Jazz as the 76ers escaped with the win in an overtime thriller.

Benyam Kidane

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Highlights, top performers from Wednesday's action

There were 10 games to look forward to on an action-packed Wednesday in the NBA. Scroll below for all the final scores, stats and highlights from each game

NBA.com Staff

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Is 76ers-Jazz an NBA Finals preview?

The 76ers and Jazz have both jumped out to impressive starts to the 2020-21 NBA season, owning first place in their respective conferences. Ahead of their second and final meeting of the season on Wednesday, is this a preview of a future NBA Finals matchup?

NBA.com Staff

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Simmons vs. Mitchell has become must-see TV

It started with a heated Rookie of the Year race and has developed into one of the more entertaining head-to-heads in the NBA, a battle between two stars with very different styles of play who are currently driving the two best teams in the league.

Benyam Kidane

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Head-to-Head, Week 7: 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.

Kyle Irving

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Five things you didn't know about Wilt's 100-point game

Aside from the fact that Chamberlain hit 100 points, what do you really know about his historic game? Let's go back 60 years to learn more about Chamberlain's performance.

Jordan Greer

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Scores & highlights from Monday's action

We had seven games on deck around the NBA on Monday. Catch up on all the scores, stats and highlights below.

NBA.com Staff

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All-Star matchups take centre stage this week

Can't control your anticipation for this year's All-Star Game? You're in luck, as these upcoming four days alone have 13 games in which two or more All-Stars will face off head-to-head.

Gilbert McGregor

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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

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Seth Curry on Mavericks trading him to 76ers: 'They made a bad business decision'

Curry is now averaging 13.0 points per game with scorching 48.3/46.8/93.8 shooting splits on field goals, 3-pointers and free throws.

Jordan Greer

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MVP Ladder: Embiid takes over No. 1 spot

A tough couple of weeks for the Lakers sees LeBron James fall out of the No. 1 spot in our MVP Ladder for the first time this season. He's replaced by Joel Embiid, although it wasn't a unanimous decision by our NBA.com Staff.

Scott Rafferty

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Trade rumors: Kyle Lowry prefers 76ers if Raptors move him before deadline

Multiple teams are reportedly interested in the Raptors star, who is averaging 18.0 points, 6.5 assists, 5.5 rebounds and 1.2 steals per game this season.

Jordan Greer

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Simmons helps Sixers stifle Mavericks

Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid continued their high level of play, shutting down the Dallas Mavericks en route to another win at home.

Kane Pitman

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Fred VanVleet's defensive brilliance in one play

Fred VanVleet had a steal in Toronto's win over Philadelphia on Sunday that shined a spotlight on his defensive brilliance. NBA.com's Scott Rafferty takes a closer look at the play before breaking down what makes the Raptors guard one of the peskiest defenders in the league.

Scott Rafferty

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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

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Sixers use hot start to snap Raptors' streak at four

Led by 23 points from Tobias Harris, Philadelphia built a big cushion early on and Toronto was unable to get over the hump despite mounting a number of impressive rallies in the second half, including a late fourth-quarter push that resulted in a wild finish.

Gilbert McGregor

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Running Diary: Sixers defeat Raptors by seven

The Sixers used the momentum from a huge first quarter to snap the Raptors four-game win streak. Check below for updates from throughout the game.

Gilbert McGregor

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Head-to-Head, Week 6: 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.

Kyle Irving

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Preview: Raptors look to sweep series with 76ers

Led by Fred VanVleet, Pascal Siakam and Chris Boucher, the Raptors defeated the 76ers on Sunday to win their fourth straight game. Can they keep their win streak going when they meet the 76ers again on Tuesday? Here are three things to watch.

Scott Rafferty

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VanVleet shines in big-time win over 76ers

Led by Fred VanVleet, Pascal Siakam and Chris Boucher, the Raptors defeated the 76ers by a final score of 110-103 on Sunday, making for their fourth straight victory. For more on the game, some thoughts at the buzzer...

Scott Rafferty

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Highlights & top performers from Sunday's action

It was a busy Sunday in the NBA and we've got you covered with all the final scores, stats, news, highlights and top fantasy performers from each game.

NBA.com Staff

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Preview: Can Raptors knock off East's top team?

The Raptors are riding one of their best streaks of the season, winning three consecutive games to get back to .500 for the first time this year. With a pair of matchups against the best team in the Eastern Conference in the 76ers looming, can Toronto keep its momentum rolling?

Kyle Irving

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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

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Highlights and top performers from Friday's action

It was a busy Friday in the NBA. We've got you covered with all the final scores, stats, news, highlights and top fantasy performers from each game.

NBA.com Staff

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NBA's all-time leading scorers

LeBron James leads all active players, but who else ranks among the NBA's top scorers?

NBA.com Staff

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Jokic, Embiid headline thriving centre position

While teams continue to launch more 3s than ever before, the 2020-21 season has seen a shift in the NBA as the big men take centre stage in MVP conversations, headlined by Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid. They aren't, however, the only centres shining this season.

Benyam Kidane

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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

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Clarkson's 40 helps Jazz win 8th straight

With no Joel Embiid, Ben Simmons had one of the best game of his careers as he finished with a career-high 42 points to go along 12 assists and nine rebounds. Despite his spectacular game, the Jazz survived, courtesy of Jordan Clarkson, to win their eighth straight and register their 19th win in the last 20 games.

Yash Matange

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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

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Can 76ers cool off red-hot Jazz?

The 76ers are looking to bounce back after two-straight losses, but they face a tough test against the league's hottest team in the Jazz, who have won seven straight and 18 of their last 19. With both teams at the top of their respective conferences, expect a playoff-like atmosphere in what is sure to be an entertaining clash.

Benyam Kidane

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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

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All-Star Moment: Booker powers Suns to 5th-straight win

Booker scored 24 of his game-high 36 points in the second half to give the Phoenix Suns a 120-111 win over the Philadelphia 76ers — their fifth-straight victory.

Benyam Kidane

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Can anyone catch LeBron in MVP race?

It's been almost a month since our last MVP ladder, so a check-in on everyone's favourite end-of-season award is long overdue. Has Joel Embiid closed the gap between him and LeBron James? Where does Nikola Jokic stand now that the Nuggets are above .500? And who rounds out the top-five?

Scott Rafferty

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On This Date: Iverson erupts for 60 points

Iverson led the league in scoring in the 2004-05 season with 30.7 points per game, marking the fourth and final scoring title of his career. The only players in NBA history with more scoring titles are Wilt Chamberlain (7) and Michael Jordan (10).

Scott Rafferty

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How NBA legends laid groundwork for social activism

"To play or protest?" Today's NBA players are wrestling with the same dilemma faced by two NBA legends in Bill Russell and Wilt Chamberlain, who faced off the day after the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in 1968.

Sergio Rabinal

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Vintage Melo guides Blazers past 76ers

Carmelo Anthony scored 17 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter to lead Blazers to a thrilling 118-114 win over the 76ers.

Benyam Kidane

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Running diary from Thursday's five-game slate

Big performances from Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler and Carmelo Anthony headlined Thursday's five-game slate. Catch up on all the scores, stats, highlights and top fantasy performers of the day below!.

NBA.com Staff

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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

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Jim Tucker: One of the NBA's first Black champions

Drafted with the 24th overall pick in 1954, it only took Tucker one NBA season to make history in a number of ways. Nearly 70 years later, his indelible impact lives on in today's game.

Gilbert McGregor

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Power Rankings: Did Jazz take top spot?

The Jazz own the best record in the NBA after winning 15 of their last 16 games, but was it enough to take the top spot from the defending champion Lakers? Which teams made the biggest leap in this week's rankings and who is the new team that entered the top 10 for the first time this season?

Kyle Irving

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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

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Nets' Kevin Durant to miss at least three games per NBA COVID-19 protocols

The earliest the Brooklyn forward can return is Feb. 13 against the Warriors in San Francisco.

Tom Gatto

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Running diary from Thursday's action

LeBron James added another piece of history to his resume, while Kelly Oubre Jr. went off for a career-high 40 points on an action-packed 5-game slate. Catch up on all the scores, stats, highlights and best fantasy performers of the night below.

NBA.com Staff

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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

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BHM: The everlasting legacy of Earl Lloyd

When thinking of the players who have shaped the NBA, Earl Lloyd probably isn't one of the first names that come to mind ... but he should be. Though he played only nine seasons in the NBA, Lloyd is one of the most important figures in league history.

Scott Rafferty

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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

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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

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Five lineups that are shredding teams

With over a month of the season already gone, we've started to get a good benchmark for the rest of the year. Examining lineup-specific data is a great way to decipher how much of the early season has been noise and help us project the next three months of NBA basketball.

Matthew Blum

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76ers' Joel Embiid says Lakers' LeBron James should have been ejected for 'very dangerous' foul

Embiid believes James got some preferential treatment during Wednesday night's game between the 76ers and Lakers.

Jordan Greer

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Running from Wednesday's action

The NBA season continued on Wednesday with 12 games to look forward to! Scroll below for the final scores, stats, and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

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Harris game-winner helps 76ers snap Lakers streak

With one shot, the 6'8" forward snapped the Lakers' unbeaten 10-0 road start to the season and improved the 76ers' league-best home record to 10-1.

Yash Matange

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Optimal viewing plan for Wed.'s 12-game slate

Wednesday night is an action-packed exciting slate for NBA basketball fans and League Pass owners with 12 games. All but six teams take the floor as long win streaks go on the line, road trips continue, and most of all - superstars suit up in nearly every game on the schedule.

Yash Matange

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Running Diary from Monday's action

The NBA season continued on Monday with 10 games. Scroll below for the final scores, stats and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

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Clippers, Jazz climbing fast riding win streaks

Five weeks into the 2020-21 NBA season, we're beginning to see which teams are real and which teams are not. As our weekly Power Rankings begin to develop some consistency, there has still been plenty of movement among the top 10. How far did the Clippers and Jazz rise? How far did the Nets and Suns fall?

Kyle Irving

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Optimal viewing plan for 10-game slate

Monday night is an action-packed exciting slate for NBA basketball fans and League Pass owners with 10 games. It includes the Cavaliers hosting their hometown hero LeBron James in a Lakers uniform, two international superstars dueling as the Mavericks host the Nuggets and the yet another strong test for the Nets' Big 3 against the Heat. Here we have you covered with the optimal viewing plan on how to navigate your television to catch it all.

Yash Matange

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Running Diary of Saturday's games

Seven games were on the schedule for Saturday night, with LeBron James, Steph Curry, Luka Doncic and Joel Embiid taking the floor. Keep up to date with all the scores, news and highlights right here!

NBA.com Staff

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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

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Rookie Ladder: Did LaMelo take the top spot?

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. After previously coming in at No. 2, did LaMelo Ball take over the top spot? Which rookies fell out of the top-five and which rookies jumped into the top-five?

Kyle Irving

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Updated NBA award predictions

Now that we're exactly one month into the season, it's time to check in on our NBA.com Staff's end-of-season award predictions. Which ones are they sticking by and which ones are they changing?

NBA.com Staff

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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

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NBA postpones 76ers-Thunder

Sunday's game between the Philadelphia and Oklahoma will not go ahead as scheduled.

Stats Perform News

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NBA postpones 76ers-Thunder game

Because of ongoing contact tracing within the Sixers, the team does not have the league-required eight available players to proceed with the scheduled game against the Thunder.

Official Release

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Running diary from Saturday's action

With six games of NBA action on Saturday, there were plenty of storylines to follow up on. Keep up with all of it with the final scores, highlights, and the top fantasy performers.

NBA.com Staff

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An early check-in on the MVP race

The season is still young but it's never too early to check in on the MVP race. From LeBron James, Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic to Luka Doncic, Paul George and Damian Lillard, here are the players who have put themselves on notice.

Scott Rafferty

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James Harden trade rumors: Ben Simmons was on table, but Rockets wanted 'nothing to do' with Kyrie Irving

Simmons will stay in Philadelphia after Harden was sent to Brooklyn as part of a blockbuster four-team deal.

Jordan Greer

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James Harden trade details: Nets reportedly acquire Rockets star

The Nets have added Harden to their star-studded ranks in a trade that involved seven players and several draft picks moving between the Rockets, Cavaliers and Pacers.

Jordan Greer

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Running diary from Thursday's action

Big nights from Malcolm Brogdon and Domantas Sabonis helped Indiana stay hot in a win over the Portland Trail Blazers.

NBA.com Staff

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How Harden is set to fit at Nets

We look at how James Harden is suited and what he is set to bring to the Brooklyn Nets, using Stats Perform data.

Stats Perform News

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Trade destinations for Harden

According to reports, Harden is hoping to be traded to a contender while the Rockets are looking for a young franchise cornerstone, first-round draft picks and/or talented players on rookie contracts in return. Which teams check all of those boxes?

Scott Rafferty

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Who says no? Debating Harden trade packages

NBA.com's Scott Rafferty presents six different trade packages for James Harden to Kyle Irving and Carlan Gay to get their opinion on whether or not it makes sense for both sides.

Scott Rafferty

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This is the dominant Embiid the 76ers need

Joel Embiid was at his dominant best against the Heat, pouring in a season-high 45 points to lead the 76ers to a 137-134 win in overtime.

Benyam Kidane

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Running diary from Tuesday's action

With six games of NBA action on Tuesday, there was no shortage of superstars on display. Nikola Jokic, Kevin Durant, Donovan Mitchell, LeBron James, Anthony Davis, James Harden, Stephen Curry and more took the floor. So, scroll below for the final scores, all the highlights, and more.

NBA.com Staff

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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

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Waiver Wire Pickups: Who to add for Week 4

Another week of fantasy basketball waiver wire pickups is here and there are a handful of names you won't want to miss out on. Highlighted by a pair of rookies taking on bigger roles and a certain centre that's graduated from the watch list to being a must-add, take a look at a list of players that will surely help improve your roster.

Kyle Irving

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Celtics, Suns climbing the rankings

Just three weeks into the NBA season, there has already been a ton of movement in our weekly NBA Power Rankings. Teams like the Celtics and Suns have made their way into the top five while both the Warriors and Mavericks re-enter the top 10. Take a look and see where your favourite team landed this week!

Kyle Irving

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Philadelphia 76ers fined

The violation occurred when the 76ers failed to list guard Ben Simmons on the team’s initial injury report.

NBA Official

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Running diary from Saturday's action

The NBA season continued on Saturday with eight games. Scroll below for the final scores, stats and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

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Sixers lose with seven players

Tyrese Maxey led a makeshift 76ers team with a superb 39-point display in their defeat to the Nuggets.

Stats Perform News

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Simmons out with knee swelling vs. Nuggets

In addition to Simmons, the 76ers will be without 11 more players against the Nuggets, including Seth Curry, Tobias Harris and Danny Green due to Health and Safety Protocols, as well as Joel Embiid due to back tightness.

Scott Rafferty

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