Running diary from Thursday's action

From Damian Lillard's scoring outburst, to the Spurs' hard-fought win over the Lakers, there was no shortage of big performances on Thursday. We've got you covered with all the scores, stats and highlights from each game.

Nets' Kyrie Irving to miss second game because of personal reasons, reports say

Brooklyn reportedly will be without its point guard for a both ends of a back-to-back.

Nets flex depth in win over Sixers

Down Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant, the Nets enjoyed the performances of five double-figure scorers. Led by 28 points from Joe Harris, Brooklyn again showed that it has the depth of a serious title contender.

Dr. J's indelible impact on the Nets and Sixers

Arguably the most iconic figure in the history of each franchise, Erving is also one of the most influential figures in the history of the sport. The thread that connects Erving with the Nets and Sixers had a hand in altering the course of the history of the NBA.

Stat Just Happened: Is the Nets defence for real?

The Brooklyn Nets will host the Philadelphia 76ers in this week's Bell Game of the Week. The Nets defence will be tested by one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference, but have they already proven they're up to the challenge?

5 stats to know about Beal's career 60-point night

Bradley Beal matched Gilbert Arenas' franchise record, scoring a career-high 60 points in the Washington Wizards' 141-136 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.

Running Diary from Wednesday's action

There were 11 NBA games on Wednesday! Scroll down for final scores, stats and highlights from each contest.

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.

NBA Soundsystem Live: Separating the contenders from the pack

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty discuss the latest news and notes from around the NBA on NBA Soundsystem Live each Tuesday.

Is Maxey the steal of the draft?

Rookie Tyrese Maxey, the No. 21 overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, has given the 76ers bench a new dynamic after turning in highlight-filed performance against the Charlotte Hornets.

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.

Power Rankings: Who made the biggest jump?

It's hard not to overreact to some of the early returns but some pleasantly surprising teams have displayed sustainable models of success. And while some early favourites have stumbled out of the gates, they've still shown signs of being able to figure things out as the season rolls on. How does that impact this week's power rankings?

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.

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.

76ers' Ben Simmons finally makes another 3 and Twitter loses its mind

Simmons ended 2020 with a bang after knocking down a catch-and-shoot triple in the corner on New Year's Eve.

How concerned should Raptors be with slow start?

Following Toronto's loss to Philadelphia, NBA.com's Scott Rafferty and Gilbert McGregor take the temperature of some of the biggest issues that have plagued the Raptors in their 0-3 start.

Embiid dominates as Raptors fall to 0-3

Philadelphia's All-Star centre finished with 29 points and 16 rebounds as Toronto loses its first three games of the season for the first time in 15 years.

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.

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.

Preview: Raptors travel to Philly in search of first win

After dropping their first two games of the season, the Raptors travel to the Wells Fargo Center, where the Sixers are 30-2 over the past two seasons.

76ers GM Daryl Morey fined for automated James Harden tweet

Morey's social media continues to cause him problems.

Power Rankings: Did the Nets pass the Lakers?

One week into the 2020-21 NBA season and we've already seen plenty of movement in our weekly Power Rankings. With a couple surprise undefeated and winless teams and a dominant showing from top dogs like the Nets and Clippers, this week's rankings already look completely different than the week prior.

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.

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.

Embiid's huge 4th quarter leads 76ers to victory

Joel Embiid scored 15 of his team-high 29 points in the fourth quarter to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 113-107 win over the Washington Wizards, getting the Doc Rivers era off to a winning start.

Who enters the season in the top-10?

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

Must watch League Pass games

It might be a little later than usual but NBA opening week is going to produce a bumper slate of games. Let's take a look at which matchups are must watch on League Pass.

Predictions: Coach of the Year

Ahead of the season, our NBA.com Staff share their predictions for Coach of the Year. Among the candidates are Monty Williams, Doc Rivers, Michael Malone, Steve Nash and Tyronn Lue.

76ers not trading Simmons, says Morey

Daryl Morey insisted Philadelphia has no plans to trade the two-time All-Star.

Morey says Simmons is 'important part' of Sixers future

As James Harden's situation with the Houston Rockets continues to be monitored, Daryl Morey suggests Ben Simmons will be staying put in Philadelphia.

Predictions: Defensive Player of the Year

Ahead of the season, our NBA.com Staff share their predictions for Defensive Player of the Year. Will Giannis Antetokounmpo repeat or will someone new win the award?

Biggest storylines from Day 5 of preseason

Just three preseason games were slated for Tuesday but there was plenty of action with the Philadelphia 76ers beginning their preseason with a win, James Harden returning to the Rockets line-up and more. We've got you covered with all the action from Day 5 of preseason.

A key 76ers offseason move that will help Simmons

With major changes on and off the court, it will be a new look Philadelphia 76ers team in 2021. How will the changes impact Ben Simmons?

Is Doc Rivers the Tobias Harris whisperer?

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

30 in 30: Is this the season for Philly?

It's a big season for the 76ers, who are hoping a new coach and an influx of shooting is the key to getting the most out of their All-Star duo of Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid.

Danny Green is a perfect fit with the 76ers

Green is on his third team in three years, but he once again finds himself in a situation where he can be a difference-maker on a championship contender. Here's how he can help the 76ers get to the next level.

James Harden trade to 76ers possible without Ben Simmons, but it's a tough match

The 76ers could trade for James Harden without including Ben Simmons from a salary perspective, but it's tougher to imagine how the talent lines up in such a deal.

Rivers to unleash Simmons as 76ers' 'facilitator'

After the 76ers experimented with Ben Simmons at power forward in the bubble, Doc Rivers says the Aussie will have the ball in his hands this season as the team looks to push the pace and punish teams in transition.

Simmons ready to be facilitator again under Rivers

Ben Simmons spoke about a return to point guard as the 76ers stepped up their preparations for the NBA season.

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.

Howard has advice for 76ers duo

Dwight Howard wants to help new 76ers teammates Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons after winning the title with the Lakers.

Silas giving Harden 'space'

James Harden reportedly wants to be traded to the Nets, but first-year Houston coach Stephen Silas is expressing confidence the sharpshooter will eventually be "all-in" with his current team.

Did the Raptors land in the top-10?

With NBA training camps opening on Dec. 1 and the majority of offseason moves behind us, it's time to rank the best teams in the NBA following their decisions in the draft, trade market and free agency. Which teams took the leap to get better? Who fell through the cracks and slid down since last season?

Dwight Howard deletes tweet announcing he will sign with Lakers; free-agent center later joins 76ers

Dwight Howard and drama involving the Lakers? Who could have seen this coming?

Seth Curry traded to 76ers to play for father-in-law Doc Rivers

The Mavericks traded Seth Curry to the 76ers, which made sense from a basketball perspective. But it also created quite the situation for Curry, who will now play for his father-in-law, Doc Rivers.

Report: Sixers swap Horford for Thunder's Green

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Sixers are set to acquire Green from the Thunder in exchange for Horford and two draft picks.

Harden rumors: Extra $50M a year not enough to stay in Houston?

James Harden's reportedly desired trade destinations don't just include a reunion with Kevin Durant on the Nets but also rejoining Daryl Morey with the 76ers.

Free agent destinations for Rondo

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

Charles Barkley pledges $1M to another HBCU

Tuskegee University is the fifth Historically Black College and University (HBCU) that Barkley has pledged $1 million to, following Miles College, Alabama A&M–Huntsville, Clark Atlanta University and Morehouse College.

James Harden trade rumors: 76ers interested in Rockets star because of course they are

Daryl Morey traded for James Harden in 2012 as Houston's general manager and built a strong bond with "The Beard," so the connection doesn't come as a surprise.

Morey: Simmons, Embiid 'absolutely can work together'

In his introductory press conference as the 76ers new president of basketball operations, Daryl Morey was positive in saying their two All-Stars Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid could co-exist.

Embiid, Simmons 'can work together'

Daryl Morey, the Philadelphia 76ers' new president of basketball operations, is confident Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons can play together.

76ers hire Morey as president

Morey is only a couple of weeks removed from stepping down as general manager of the Rockets, a position he had held for 13 seasons. Morey and the 76ers started talking shortly after his departure from the Rockets, per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

Report: Sixers ink GM Brand to multiyear extension

According to The Athletic's Shams Charania, Philly's general manager has signed a multiyear extension ahead of his third season in the role.

Doc Rivers is still a top tier coach

Our NBA.com staff ranked the top 10 coaches in the NBA and somehow Doc Rivers didn't make the cut. Here's why he should have.

Who are the best available coaches?

There are now just two NBA teams in search of a new head coach for the 2020-21 season. Which names will come up in consideration to fill the vacancies?

Who will the 76ers target in the Draft?

The Philadelphia 76ers enter the NBA Draft with one first round pick (21) and four second round picks as they look to bolster their roster, leaving GM Elton Brand and new head coach Doc Rivers with some big decisions to make.

Ranking the best coaches in the NBA

Head coaching can be the difference between making or missing the playoffs, as well as winning or losing a series. Our NBA.com Staff ranks the 10 best head coaches in the league following the 2019-20 season.

NBA stars sit down with VP candidate Kamala Harris

CJ McCollum, Donovan Mitchell, and Tobias Harris sat down with VP candidate Kamala Harris for a wide-ranging discussion on voting, law enforcement, and education reform ahead of the upcoming November election.

Ranking the best international duos in the NBA

As the NBA game continues to expand around the world, international players have not only made their mark in the league, but have cemented themselves as superstars. Now with the NBA moving away from the "Big 3" era and into the age of "dynamic duos," which international combination sits at the top?

On This Date: 76ers acquire Dr. J from Nets

The NBA-ABA merger forced the reigning ABA Champions in the Nets to trade away their best player in Julius Erving. Find out how and why, and how the deal sparked a revival of the 76ers franchise.

You can't tell the story of the 1960s without Robertson, West

Bill Russell's dominant championship run. Wilt Chamberlain's unbreakable records. Oscar Robertson's history-shattering triple-doubles. Let's take a look back at the 1960s and the moments, teams and players which defined the decade.

Rivers: Simmons, Embiid combo 'clearly works'

Doc Rivers says he 'couldn't turn down' chance to coach Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid as he looks to bring Philly the playoff success that has eluded them in recent seasons.

How will Doc use Simmons and Embiid?

Following the news that the Philadelphia 76ers have hired Doc Rivers as their head coach, what does it mean for their star duo in Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid?

76ers hire Doc Rivers as head coach

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

Iverson says he 'hates' a TV personality; why suspicion on Twitter turned to Whitlock

The Hall of Fame guard spoke of a beef with a media member, and while no name was given, suspicion quickly fell upon the Outkick pundit.

Raptors playoff record book

Toronto and its opponents have featured plenty of big names that have found numerous ways to make their marks in the postseason. Take a look back at the team and individual single-game records set in the postseason.

NBA playoff schedule 2020: Full bracket, dates, times, TV channels for every series

Here's everything you'll need to know about watching the 2020 NBA playoffs, including series-by-series TV schedules.

All-Defensive Team predictions

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

NBA playoff bracket 2020: Updated TV schedule, scores, results for Round 1 in the bubble

Here's the complete bracket for the 2020 NBA playoffs, including start times, TV channels and scores for every game.

Where do the 76ers go from here?

Following their first-round exit from the playoffs and their firing of head coach Brett Brown, the Philadelphia 76ers have more questions than answers as they look to bounce back in 2020-21.

Will the 76ers trade Ben Simmons or Joel Embiid? Latest rumors suggest one (or both) could go

Some NBA executives believe the 76ers will trade one or both of Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid. But does the team plan on ding that?

76ers' 6 best coaching candidates to replace fired Brett Brown in Philadelphia

Tyronn Lue is reportedly the top priority for the 76ers, but they will likely cast a wide net before making a decision.

76ers fire head coach Brett Brown

Following their first-round exit at the hands of the Boston Celtics, the 76ers have fired head coach Brett Brown. Brown took over the Sixers head coaching job in 2013, serving Philadelphia for seven seasons.

Walker, Tatum lead Celtics to sweep of Sixers

The 76ers didn't go down without a fight but a late third quarter run from the Celtics put the game out of reach to help pull off the first series-sweep in the decorated history of this rivalry. Kemba Walker and Jayson Tatum's combined 60 points proved to be too much for Philly to handle, despite another double-double from Joel Embiid.

Richardson criticizes Brown

With doubts over Brett Brown's future after a series sweep, Josh Richardson was honest in his assessment of the Philadelphia coach.

76ers' Tobias Harris explains why he returned to floor after frightening fall vs. Celtics

Tobias Harris did not have a memorable performance in the 76ers' first-round series against the Celtics, but you definitely can't question his toughness.

What to watch in Sunday's Game 4s

In what could be one of the last four-game slates of the first round, the Celtics and Raptors look to sweep while the Nuggets and Mavericks look to even things up in their respective series. We've got you covered with the biggest storylines to keep an eye on.

Walker steps up to give Celtics 3-0 lead

Jayson Tatum's early foul trouble put pressure on the Celtics, but All-Star guard Kemba Walker reminded everyone how important he is to Boston. Another monster double-double effort from Joel Embiid came up just short as the Celtics put themselves one game away from advancing in the playoffs.

76ers digest Game 3 loss: 'We couldn't make a shot'

Philadelphia let Boston run away with Game 3 late, likely sealing its fate in a dud of a season.

LIVE on TSN: Celtics look to extend lead over 76ers

What's at stake in Friday's Game 3s?

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

Tatum puts on a show in commanding win

The Boston Celtics' trio of Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Kemba Walker combined for 75 points in their 128-101 win over the Philadelphia 76ers to take a -2-0 series lead.

76ers' current, future problems all on display in blowout loss to Celtics

An early playoff exit would mark the end of a rough season, but not the end of the 76ers' problems.

What's at stake in Wednesday's Game 2s?

The four-game slates in the 2020 postseason continues. Here's all you need to know about the Games 2 scheduled for Wednesday.

Complete first round playoff schedule

The NBA Playoffs begin Monday, August 17 with a full slate of four games. Check below for times and dates of the entire first round.

Tatum, Brown power Celtics past 76ers

Jayson Tatum poured in a playoff career-high 32 points and 13 rebounds to hold off the 76ers as the Celtics take a 1-0 lead in their first round series.

Hayward sprains right ankle in Game 1 vs. 76ers

When he exited the floor, with 3:08 left in the game, Hayward had recorded 12 points, four rebounds, four steals, and three assists in 35 minutes of action.

Have the Celtics been able to stop Embiid?

The Boston Celtics lost their best answer to Joel Embiid in Al Horford last offseason but has that impacted the way they were able to defend the 76ers All-Star centre this season?

NBA playoff predictions 2020: Why the Lakers are unlikely to win NBA Finals, according to one model

Here's what happens when Stats Perform simulates the 2020 NBA playoffs. And it is good news for the Milwaukee Bucks.

Previewing each first round series

NBA.com is your destination for complete coverage of every series from now through the end of the NBA Finals. Below, we've got you covered with all you need to know ahead of each series in the opening round.

Celtics vs. 76ers preview: Can Philly advance without Simmons?

The 76ers will be without Ben Simmons for the playoffs. Can Joel Embiid step up on a nightly basis as the offensive focal point? Or will the Celtics' perimeter players prove too much for Philly?

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.

What went down in the final day of seeding games

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

Raps reserves complete late rally to beat Sixers

A Stanley Johnson putback with 4.9 seconds remaining would put the Raptors ahead for good as they earned a 125-121 win over the Sixers. Kyle Lowry and Chris Boucher each finished with a team-high 19 points in the win.

How Wednesday's results impact the playoff picture

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

Preview: Raptors reserves on display vs. 76ers

With two more tune-ups before the postseason begins, the Toronto Raptors are back in action as they take on the Philadelphia 76ers.

What's at stake in Wednesday's games?

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

How Tuesday's results impact the playoff picture

It's the last busy day of action during the seeding game schedule, with seven games on the slate and plenty left to be sorted out in the standings.

What's at stake in Tuesday's games?

Can the Phoenix Suns improve to 7-0? What will the race for the eighth seed in the West look like? Here's a rundown of the standings and everything at stake in Tuesday's seven-game slate.

Brown discusses Embiid

Joel Embiid will sit out Philadelphia's clash against the Phoenix Suns in Orlando, Florida on Tuesday due to an ankle injury.

What's the medical analysis on Simmons' knee?

Dr. Michael S George, a sports orthopedic surgeon with the KSF Orthopaedic Center in Houston, provides specifics on the type of injury Simmons sustained, contributing factors and the outlook for recovery.

Lillard responds with 51 points

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

Lillard responds with 51 points

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

Nets stun Kawhi's Clippers

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

Dame drops 51 PTS in win over 76ers

The Portland Trail Blazers pull to within half a game of the eighth-seed Memphis Grizzlies after a 124-121 win over the Philadelphia 76ers — led by a 51-point performance from Damian Lillard!

Embiid exits game vs. Blazers with ankle injury

Joel Embiid exited the game midway through the first quarter, appearing to tweak his ankle as he fought for a rebound.

How Sunday's results impacted the playoff picture

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

How long is Ben Simmons out? Injury timeline, return date, latest updates on 76ers star

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

What's at stake in Sunday's games?

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

Report: Simmons to undergo surgery on injured knee

ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski added that the Philadelphia 76ers haven't ruled out Simmons for the season, but it would take a deep postseason run to "keep the door open" for a possible return.

Simmons to have knee surgery

Ben Simmons will leave the NBA bubble in Orlando to have surgery on his left knee, dealing a blow to the Philadelphia 76ers.

Impact of Friday's results on playoff picture

12 teams took to the courts at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando with a lot to play for on Friday. Here's how each game impacted the playoff picture.

Celtics dominate Raptors in NBA

Another even team performance saw the Boston Celtics comprehensively beat the Toronto Raptors.

How can Philly survive without Simmons?

There's no doubt the Philadelphia 76ers will miss everything Ben Simmons brings to the table, but with Al Horford and Joel Embiid on the floor together, they may be able to survive just enough.

What's at stake in Friday's games?

Day 9 of the seeding games in Orlando is the sixth straight six-game slate. What's at stake for the 12 teams in action? We've got you covered with a rundown below.

Simmons dislocated kneecap

The Philadelphia 76ers could be without Ben Simmons for an extended period after he suffered a partial dislocation of his patella.

Simmons out indefinitely, treatment options being considered

Simmons suffered the injury in Philadelphia's win over the Washington Wizards, showing some discomfort in his leg after coming up with an offensive rebound in the middle of the third quarter.

Simmons suffers knee injury

Brett Brown was "very curious" to know how badly Ben Simmons was injured in the Philadelphia 76ers' victory on Wednesday.

Lakers fall to Thunder in NBA

The Los Angeles Lakers struggled in a loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA.

Brown unsure about Simmons

Ben Simmons left Philadelphia's victory Wednesday night in the third quarter.

Brown unsure about Simmons

The Philadelphia 76ers' Ben Simmons suffered a knee injury on Wednesday.

Simmons 'day-to-day' after MRI on left knee comes back clean

Ben Simmons grabbbed a rebound in the third quarter against the Washington Wizards and appeared to tweak his left knee in the process.

What's at stake in Wednesday's games?

With the race for playoff seedings heating up in Orlando, there's plenty to keep track of during yet another busy day of NBA action.

Davis double-double ignites Lakers

Anthony Davis posted 42 points and 12 rebounds to inspire the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday, while Fred VanVleet celebrated a career high.

How Monday's games impacted the playoff race

The race for playoff seeding is heating up after Monday's six-game slate. The Lakers secured the No.1 seed in the Western Conference, while the Pelicans Nuggets picked up their first wins in the seeding games. Here's how the playoff picture looks after today's games.

10 must-see games this week

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

What's at stake on Monday?

After four days of seeding games, the action continues with a six-game slate. We've already seen plenty of movement in the standings, with the race for the West's final playoff spot heating up. Check out the standings and what's at stake during another full day of games.

Warren becomes talk of NBA with 53-point game

Warren's 53 points, which is the third-most in Pacers history, helped Indiana clinch the season series against the Philadelphia 76ers.

How Saturday's games impacted the playoff race

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

Warren celebrates 'special night'

The Indiana Pacers' 127-121 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers owed much to TJ Warren's career-night, one he called "special".

Raptors top LeBron's Lakers

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

Embiid on heated exchange: 'It's basketball'

The teammates got into a shouting match after the first quarter of their game against Indiana.

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

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

What's at stake on Saturday

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

The wait is over!

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

What's at stake for the stars?

What would a 10th trip to the Finals mean for LeBron? Is the reigning MVP due for a breakthrough? Will Kawhi reassert himself as the game's best player? Can Pascal Siakam take yet another big leap? With the season less than a month away, here's a closer look into what the game's brightest stars are playing for on the court ahead of the restart.

Is Kawhi still the best player in the NBA?

Is Kawhi Leonard still the best player in the NBA? Did Pascal Siakam do enough to stay in the top 10? Who are the biggest risers and fallers? Who are the best players who didn't make it? All that and more in our latest player rankings.

NBA: No positive COVID-19 tests

Of the 344 players tested at the NBA 'bubble' over the past week, not a single one returned a positive COVID-19 result.

NBA returns: STATS preview

Using STATS data, we look at the best-performing players ahead of the NBA's return in Orlando, Florida.

Scrimmage Roundup: Harden & Morant shine on final day

Headlined by big performances from James Harden, Luka Doncic and Ja Morant, we've got you covered with all the news from the final day of scrimmages in Orlando.

Power Rankings: Where did the Raps land?

After four months without action, we're just days away from NBA games that will have an impact on the standings. Based on what we know from the first part of the season and what we've seen through early scrimmages, we're gaining an idea of just what to expect from the remainder of the season and who should come out on top.

5 takeaways from Day 5 of scrimmages in Orlando

10 teams took the floor on Day 5 of the scrimmages games in Orlando. Take a look at the biggest storylines from each game as the All-Star trio of Ben Simmons, Luka Doncic, and James Harden provided plenty of highlights.

Brown addresses Embiid absence

Brett Brown discussed Joel Embiid after the Philadelphia 76ers center missed Sunday's matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Previewing Sunday's scrimmage games

10 teams take the floor on Sunday, here's a quick preview of the biggest storylines for each team.

Reviewing Simmons' first action in five months

From his health to a new role and a willingness to shoot from deep, Sixers fans have plenty to be encouraged by from Simmons' first action in over five months.

Previewing Friday's scrimmages

On Day 3 of the scrimmage games, the final six teams take the court for their first taste of the action. Here's a quick primer on the biggest storylines surrounding each of these squads.

Can these players pick up where they left off?

The NBA bubble is going to be basketball as we've never seen and may open the door for hot streaks to impact the game more than ever. Which under-the-radar players have a chance to ride a hot streak into overnight bubble stardom?

What's at stake for the Heat, Pacers and Sixers

Just two games separate the Miami Heat, Indiana Pacers and Philadelphia 76ers in the Eastern Conference standings. With eight seeding games to play, there's plenty on the line for each of these teams in the middle.

Who should win DPOY?

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

Fact or Fiction: Simmons' move to PF

Does this improve Philly's chances of winning the East? Will Simmons be a better version of Draymond Green? Does this mean the 76ers regret signing Al Horford? Our NBA.com Staff unpacks the biggest questions behind Ben Simmons's move from point guard to power forward.

Brown excited to see Simmons at PF

Brett Brown talked up Ben Simmons as the All-Star moved to a new position.

How Simmons can thrive as a power forward

Philadelphia 76ers coach Brett Brown says he's been playing Simmons 'exclusively' as a power forward in practice, with the early returns giving the team plenty of confidence ahead of the season resumption in Orlando.

Nobody defends stars like Ben Simmons

No player in the NBA guards All-Stars more than Simmons. Here's how one number and two nostalgic trips down memory lane show why the 6'10" Aussie has more star-stopping potential than any player in today's NBA.

Embiid ready to lead 76ers in Orlando

Joel Embiid says he is ready to be more 'assertive' on the offensive end when the season restarts in Orlando as the 76ers look to emerge as genuine title contenders in the Eastern Conference.

Players with most to prove in playoffs

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

Jaylen Brown, Mike Scott express disappointment in 'bad list' of social justice messages for NBA jerseys

Sixers forward Mike Scott ripped the list of messages that can be featured above players' numbers, calling it "bad" and "terrible."

76ers dancer says she was 'bullied and racially targeted' for years

Yahne Coleman shared video evidence to support her allegations.

76ers coach says no one has worked harder than Embiid ahead of NBA's return

Brett Brown had high praise for Joel Embiid's training and conditioning, and he provided an update on Ben Simmons.

Power Rankings: All 22 starting backcourts

Do the Lakers have the worst backcourt with the loss of Avery Bradley? Where does the championship duo of Kyle Lowry and Fred VanVleet sit? And how much does experience matter down in the Disney World bubble?

76ers remaining schedule

The NBA announced the remaining schedules for each of the 22 teams playing in Orlando. Here are the eight "seeding" games the 76ers will play once the season resumes.

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

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

Ranking the 22 starting centres in season return

Ahead of the NBA season resuming in Disney World, we're ranking the starters on all 22 teams that will take part in the "eight seeding" games ahead of the playoffs. First up is centre, which is a harder position to rank than you may think.

NBA's detailed plans for restart

The league distributed a 113-page handbook with details on hotels, game-day schedules and off-court accommodations. Here are the biggest key takeaways as the NBA moves closer to restarting.

Where do Raps rank among 22 teams left?

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

Which teams could overreact to an early exit?

Early exits happen every year but if the season does return, how each team handles disappointment will certainly be telling. Which teams are most likely to overreact to underwhelming results? Which are most likely to chalk it up to unprecedented circumstances?

Updated odds to win NBA title

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

Let's talk title contenders

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

The 1980s All-Decade Team

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

OTD: "Beat LA" chants originate in Boston in 1982

It comes as no surprise that the famous 'Beat LA' chant began in Boston, not to mention at it's famous arena - the Boston Garden. However, what's fascinating is that the Lakers weren't part of the game when the chant originated.

Charles Barkley tells wild story of his 1991 arrest: 'I started taking off all of my clothes'

Charles Barkley revisited that snowy night in Milwaukee and explained what led to him being arrested and charged with battery.

Magic jumps center, leads Lakers to 1980 NBA title

IN Game 6 of the 1980 NBA Finals, Magic Johnson jumped center, played every position and led the Lakers to the NBA championship in one of the greatest Finals performances of all time.

OTD: A.I. sets playoff record with 10 steals

In 1999, Allen Iverson dominated on both ends to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to victory over the Orlando Magic in Game 3 of their first-round playoff series.

Re-live Kawhi's epic Game 7 buzzer-beater

Kawhi Leonard buried the biggest shot in Raptors franchise history in Game 7 against the 76ers — the first Game 7 buzzer-beater in NBA history.

Kawhi vs. MJ: Which shot was better?

In all of NBA history, there have only been two series-clinching buzzer-beaters in a winner-take-all game. Which one was better?

Is 76ers/Celtics the NBA's best rivalry?

There are many rivalries in NBA history but none has stood the test of time quite like that of the 76ers and Celtics.

On This Date: Carter scores 50 against 76ers

On May 11, 2001, Raptors legend Vince Carter scored a franchise playoff record 50 points in the team's Game 3 win over the Philadelphia 76ers in the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

A.I. drops 54 PTS vs. Raptors in 2001 playoffs

Allen Iverson and Vince Carter put on a show in the 2001 Eastern Conference Semi-finals, but Game 2 belonged to A.I.

The perfect date for NBA fans

How May 7th became the unequivocal best day for NBA fans through a series of memorable moments and milestones.

Ben Simmons nearly ready to return, 76ers' GM believes

Ben Simmons should be ready to suit up when the NBA resumes, according to 76ers general manager Elton Brand.

5 historic teams that deserve a documentary

Which teams would be most interesting to get a peek behind the curtain? We looked at recent history of the NBA to find the most appealing suitors for a documentary series in the style of ' The Last Dance'.

Kendall Jenner fires back at people saying she's being 'passed around' by NBA players

The supermodel has been linked to several basketball players over the years.

VOTE NOW: Picking the best one-on-one scorer since MJ

Up until his retirement with the Bulls in 1998, Michael Jordan was unquestionably the best one-on-one scorer in the NBA. But what about since then? We picked out the top scorers in the post-MJ era and seeded them 1-16. Each day, your votes will determine who moves on to the next round with the simple goal of crowning the one-on-one king. We're down to the final eight!

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.

Embiid flirts with quadruple-double vs. Lakers

In a 115-109 win over the Lakers, Embiid led the way with a near quadruple-double of 46 points, 15 rebounds, seven assists and seven blocks. Based on Game Score, it's the most productive game of his career to date.

Report: Simmons expected to return from back injury

Ben Simmons has been sidelined with a back injury since Feb. 22 but he might be available if the season resumes play.

The incredible defensive versatility of Simmons

There are many ways to measure how valuable a player is defensively. For Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons, his defensive versatility rate does all the talking.

How Allen Iverson helped push Michael Jordan to participate in ESPN's 'The Last Dance'

Now that "The Last Dance" is set to premiere Sunday night on ESPN, it's clear one pitch finally piqued Michael Jordan's interest. So what changed his mind?

SIDEKICK SEMIS: Kobe vs Kareem. Scottie vs Magic.

What is the best season by any sidekick? We picked 16 of the best throughout all of NBA history and seeded them 1-16. There can only be one winner which is why we need your help in sorting through the contenders one day at a time. Vote below on each matchup and by the end of the week, we'll crown a champion as determined by you, the fans!

VOTE NOW: Best seasons by sidekicks

What is the best season by any sidekick? We picked 16 of the best throughout all of NBA history and seeded them 1-16. There can only be one winner which is why we need your help in sorting through the contenders one day at a time. Vote below on each matchup and by the end of the week, we'll crown a champion as determined by you, the fans!

VOTE NOW: Best seasons by sidekicks

What is the best season by any sidekick? We picked 16 of the best throughout all of NBA history and seeded them 1-16. There can only be one winner which is why we need your help in sorting through the contenders one day at a time. Vote below on each matchup and by the end of the week, we'll crown a champion as determined by you, the fans!

OTD: 76ers snap Celtics reign as champs

After defeating the Celtics 4-1 in the Eastern Division Finals, the 76ers progressed to the 1967 Finals and clinched their second championship in franchise history by defeating the Golden State Warriors in six games.

Ranking the best duos in five years

While there are already a number of marquee duos in the NBA today, there are equally as many duos destined for greatness in the near future. Which young tandem will be the best five years from now?

The genius of Toronto's D in one possession

There was one possession in Toronto's win over Philadelphia earlier this season that showed how the Raptors have been able to build the second-best defence in the league despite losing two elite defenders in Kawhi Leonard and Danny Green in the offseason.

Tracy McGrady nearly teamed up with Allen Iverson in 1999 trade, but Stephen A. Smith ruined it

The ESPN personality brings up a story about a deal that nearly changed the course of NBA history.

Embiid, 76ers make donation

Joel Embiid, along with 76ers managing partner Josh Harris and co-managing partner David Blitzer, made a significant contribution.

#NBATogetherLive: A.I. drops career-high 60 points

On his way to winning his fourth scoring title, Allen Iverson dropped a career-high 60 points against the Orlando Magic in 2005.

How did the NBA world react to Kawhi's shot?

Kawhi Leonard set the basketball world ablaze with an extremely difficult series-clinching game winner in Game 7 vs. the Philadelphia 76ers.

The biggest stats from Kawhi's historic Game 7

Including: Kawhi Leonard is the first player in NBA Playoffs history to make a game-winning buzzer-beater in a Game 7.

Reliving an epic Game 7

Kawhi Leonard stole the show with 41 points and the game-winning jump shot to send the Raptors to the Eastern Conference Finals.