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Mitchell after Game 7 loss: 'This is just the beginning'

Despite their heartbreaking Game 7 loss to the Nuggets, Donovan Mitchell says the Jazz's playoff run has only added more fuel to his fire.

Benyam Kidane

Nuggets edge Jazz, complete 3-1 series comeback

After surrendering a 19-point lead, the Nuggets survive Game 7 and advance to the Conference Semifinals for the second consecutive year. On the back of this win, Denver became the 12th team in NBA playoff history to come back from a 3-1 series deficit and the first since the Cleveland Cavaliers (2016 NBA Finals).

Yash Matange

Game 7 fast facts for Jazz-Nuggets

As the Jazz and Nuggets prepare to take the floor for the league's first-ever Game 7 at a neutral site, look back at some fast facts and trends from the league's long history of Game 7s and what they mean for each team.

Gilbert McGregor

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

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

Jordan Greer

Jamal Murray: Memory of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor gives me life

The Canadian held back tears after his 50-point performance in Denver's Game 6 victory over Utah, trying to rein in the emotion of recent days.

Tom Gatto

Nuggets force Game 7 behind Murray's 50-piece

The Canadian carried over his red-hot form from Games 4 and 5, becoming the first player since Allen Iverson in 2001 to drop 40 or more in three straight playoff games. Thus, ensuring there will be a winner-take-all Game 7 between the division rivals.

Yash Matange

Murray delivers powerful post-game interview

Overcome with emotion following his 50-point performance, Jamal Murray delivered a powerful post-game interview speaking on the inspiration to continue the fight for racial justice.

Benyam Kidane

Previewing Sunday's games

There are three games to look forward to on Sunday: Game 1 of Raptors-Celtics, followed by Game 6 of Clippers-Mavericks and Game 6 of Nuggets-Jazz.

Scott Rafferty

Are there NBA games today? Playoff boycott forces postponed schedule

The Nuggets, Jazz, Raptors, Celtics, Clippers and Mavericks are scheduled to play today, but will these NBA games actually happen?

Jordan Heck

Murray is 'turning into a superstar,' says Nuggets coach

"Jamal embraces the moment," Malone said following Murray's 42-point performance in Game 5. "He's not afraid of it. Some people run away from those moments. He looks for them."

Scott Rafferty

Murray's takeover helps Nuggets keep season alive

Jamal Murray scored 33 of his game-high 42 points in the second half as the Nuggets rallied to complete a 117-107 comeback win over the Utah Jazz in Game 5.

Benyam Kidane

Previewing Tuesday's Game 5 action

Will the Jazz make it to their third Conference Semifinals in the last four years by eliminating the Nuggets in Game 5? What about the decisive Game 5 in the Clippers-Mavericks matchup? We preview both Game 5s on Tuesday's slate.

Yash Matange

Mitchell drops 51 points in Game 4 win over Nuggets

The Utah Jazz are one win away from the second round after Donovan Mitchell's historic 51-point performance powered them to a 129-127 win in Game 4.

Benyam Kidane

What to watch in Sunday's Game 4s

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

Gilbert McGregor

Conley's return sparks impressive Jazz win

After missing Games 1 and 2, Mike Conley Jr. returned to the Jazz's lineup with a vengeance. The veteran guard scored a game-high 27 points with seven 3-pointers, pairing well with a dominating double-double from Rudy Gobert to help Utah take a 2-1 series lead over the Nuggets.

Kyle Irving

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

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

Yash Matange

What to make of Mitchell's explosion

Donovan Mitchell has been the talk of the playoffs thanks to an incredible two games in which he averaged over 43 points and 7 assists. The polarizing young star has thrived in a temporary role as point guard, but with Mike Conley returning, how does that bode for Utah and Mitchell's playoff prospects?

Carlan Gay

Mitchell takes over as Jazz cruise to series-tying win

Donovan Mitchell scored 21 of his 30 points in the third quarter as the Jazz cruised to a 124-105 victory over the Nuggets to tie the first-round series at one game apiece.

Gilbert McGregor

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

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

Yash Matange

Complete first round playoff schedule

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

NBA.com Staff

Murray comes up clutch to outlast Mitchell's historic game

The first game of the 2020 NBA Playoffs did not disappoint. There was no stopping Donovan Mitchell on his way to a career-high 57 points, but Jamal Murray's clutch performance in the fourth quarter and overtime led the Nuggets past the Jazz to take a 1-0 series lead.

Kyle Irving

Why Donovan Mitchell's Game 1 outburst is worrying sign for Jazz's playoff hopes

If the Jazz can't secure a win with this kind of showing from Donovan Mitchell, how much longer will they last in these playoffs?

Jordan Greer

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

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

Ben Spratt

Conley departs Orlando for birth of son

Per the league's COVID-19 policies, Conley will have to quarantine for at least four days upon his return to Florida, meaning he will likely miss at least the first two games of the first-round series with Denver.

NBA.com Staff

Previewing each first round series

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

NBA.com Staff

Nuggets vs. Jazz preview: Is Gobert the answer for Jokic?

The Nuggets swept the season series with the Jazz, despite all three games being close. Do the Jazz have the best answer to neutralize Nikola Jokic?

Carlan Gay

Breaking down Thursday's NBA playoff scenarios

Here's a complete breakdown of the NBA's clinching scenarios for the Trail Blazers, Grizzlies, Suns and Spurs, including an updated bracket for Thursday, Aug. 13.

Dan Bernstein

How play-in tournament will be decided

The Blazers, Grizzlies, Suns and Spurs each have a chance of making the Western Conference play-in tournament. Here's what will decide which teams face off for an opportunity to play the Lakers in the first round of the playoffs.

NBA.com Staff

Bucks lose to Raptors

The Los Angeles Lakers beat the Denver Nuggets thanks to Kyle Kuzma's buzzer-beater, while the Milwaukee Bucks lost to the Toronto Raptors.

Sacha Pisani

How Monday's results impact the playoff picture

We're a week away from the opening round of NBA playoffs and there are still a few things to be sorted out in the standings. With that in mind, here's how the results from Monday's five-game slate impacted the standings in the Eastern and Western Conference.

NBA.com Staff

Who owns tiebreakers in the standings?

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

Gilbert McGregor

What's at stake in Monday's games?

Can the Phoenix Suns improve to 6-0 and keep their playoff hopes alive? Can the Nuggets make a run for the West's No. 2 seed? Here's a rundown of the standings and all that's at stake in Monday's five-game slate.

Yash Matange

How Saturday's scores impact playoff picture

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

NBA.com Staff

Warren outshines LeBron & Lakers

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

Matt Dorman

What's at stake in Saturday's games

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

Carlan Gay

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.

Scott Rafferty

Celtics dominate Raptors in NBA

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

Dejan Kalinic

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.

Yash Matange

Lakers fall to Thunder in NBA

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

Dejan Kalinic

Playoff Picture: Grizzlies suffer costly loss

With just a week and a half left in the regular season, teams in both conferences are jockeying for position in what's become a tight playoff race.

NBA.com Staff

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.

Benyam Kidane

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.

Sacha Pisani

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.

Benyam Kidane

Davis joy as Lakers seal top spot

The Los Angeles Lakers sealed the West's top spot, seven years after their last postseason appearance, delighting Anthony Davis.

John Skilbeck

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.

Benyam Kidane

How Saturday's games impacted the playoff race

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

Scott Rafferty

Raptors top LeBron's Lakers

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

Sacha Pisani

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

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

Tadd Haislop

What's at stake on Saturday

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

Gilbert McGregor

Gentry explains Zion's minutes

Rookie sensation Zion Williamson was on the bench down the stretch as the New Orleans Pelicans went down 106-104 to the Utah Jazz.

Liam Blackburn

Gobert feeling blessed after win

Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell put earlier friction to one side to lead the Utah Jazz to victory on Thursday.

Joe Wright

Charles Barkley defends anyone who chooses not to kneel for national anthem

The TNT analyst said the anthem "means different things to different people."

Tom Gatto

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

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

Dan Bernstein

Pelicans vs. Jazz score, highlights: Utah snatches victory from New Orleans in NBA restart opener

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Pelicans vs. Jazz. Check out the best moments from the game below.

Jordan Greer

Why didn't Zion play more? Pels coach's answer adds to confusion

Zion Williamson played the first five minutes of the fourth quarter but never returned after being subbed out with 7:19 left in regulation.

Jordan Greer

Gobert feeling blessed after win

Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell put earlier friction to one side to lead the Utah Jazz to victory on Thursday.

Joe Wright

Players react to return of NBA

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

Scott Rafferty

Why was Zion on the bench late vs. Jazz?

In their first seeding game against the Jazz, Zion Williamson played just 15 minutes and was on the bench for the final seven minutes of the game.

Benyam Kidane

Jazz edge Pelicans in NBA opener

Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert produced when it mattered most to lead the Utah Jazz past the New Orleans Pelicans.

Sacha Pisani

Takeaways: Jazz edge Pels in thriller

Rudy Gobert buried two clutch free throws down the stretch to seal the 106-104 win as the Jazz rallied from a double-digit deficit to get their season restart off to to a strong start.

Benyam Kidane

Sights and sounds from opening night of season restart

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

Scott Rafferty

How COVID-19 infected an already tense relationship in Utah

The Jazz co-stars are trying to mend a relationship that was damaged by Gobert's recklessness with the coronavirus around Mitchell and their teammates.

Tadd Haislop

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

Here is how to watch Thursday night's Pelicans vs. Jazz game, the first in the NBA's return from its coronavirus delay.

Tadd Haislop

Postseason pressure for Donovan Mitchell?

The third-year guard made his first All-Star team in 2020 but arrives in Orlando with mounting pressure to lead a Jazz team saddled with hazy expectations and teetering on the edge of an uncertain future.

Micah Adams

NBA: No positive COVID-19 tests

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

Dom Farrell

NBA returns: STATS preview

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

Sacha Pisani

Scrimmage Roundup: Smith & Redick catch fire

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

Benyam Kidane

5 takeaways from Day 4 scrimmages

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

NBA.com Staff

Scrimmage Roundup: Giannis shows no rust; Curry starts on fire

For the second consecutive day, eight teams took the floor in Orlando for their first scrimmage games. Here are a few observations from the four games, headlined by MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo's dominant showing and Seth Curry's red-hot shooting performance.

Yash Matange

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?

Matthew Blum

Previewing Thursday's scrimmages

After an entertaining Day 1, eight teams take the floor on Day 2 for their first scrimmage games. Here's a quick primer with the top storyline for each squad.

NBA.com Staff

No timetable for Zion's return to Pelicans

Zion Williamson continues to test negative for COVID-19 on a daily basis and fully intends to rejoin the Pelicans, though no date is set, the team said.

Scott Garbarini

'Headband Joe' ready to fire in Orlando

Rocking his now-famous headband, Joe Ingles told reporters today that the Jazz have implemented some 'new stuff' to help fill the void left by second-leading scorer Bojan Bogdanovic, who underwent season-ending surgery.

Benyam Kidane

Seeding games won't impact awards races

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

NBA.com Staff

Players with most to prove in playoffs

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

Scott Rafferty

Donovan Mitchell on relationship with Rudy Gobert: 'Right now, we're good'

After friction earlier this year, Utah Jazz teammates Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert are back on good terms.

Jon Palmieri

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

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

Scott Rafferty

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.

Scott Rafferty

Rudy Gobert shares political post from wrong Serena Williams, gets roasted again

Gobert's rough 2020 hit another bump Saturday night.

Dan Bernstein

NBA's detailed plans for restart

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

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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?

Matthew Blum

Current standings, Playoff Picture

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

NBA.com Staff

NBA coaches form commitee on racial injustice

The committee will present solutions for coaches, players and teams to engage in social issues in every NBA city following widespread civil unrest following last week's death of George Floyd.

NBA.com Staff

Re-live Stockton's series-clinching shot in 1997

Stockton scored 15 of his 25 points in the fourth quarter, including the buzzer-beater, to lead the Jazz back from a 13-point fourth quarter deficit and lead them to their first NBA Finals appearance in franchise history.

Yash Matange

OTD: Stockton's 3 takes Jazz to 1997 NBA Finals

With the game-winning buzzer-beater, Stockton finished with 15 points in the fourth quarter, leading the Jazz back from a 13-point fourth-quarter deficit and helping them advance to the first NBA Finals in franchise history.

Yash Matange

Best forgotten players of 2000s

We're taking today to look back on the best players, teams and biggest storylines of the 2000s, but we also wanted to shine a light on players you may have forgotten about.

NBA.com Staff

Hall of Fame coach Jerry Sloan dies at 78

“Jerry Sloan will always be synonymous with the Utah Jazz," the Jazz announced in a statement. "He will forever be a part of the Utah Jazz organization and we join his family, friends and fans in mourning his loss."

NBA.com Staff

Jerry Sloan dies at 78; NBA players react to death of Jazz legend

Jerry Sloan ranks fourth on the career wins list behind Don Nelson, Lenny Wilkens and Gregg Popovich.

Jordan Greer

NBA family reacts to Sloan's passing

"Blessed that I got to play for him and learn so much from him during my 5 1/2 years in Utah," Deron Williams wrote on Instagram. "You knew he always had your back when you stepped out on that court."

NBA.com Staff

Karl Malone respects Michael Jordan, but 'I was a bad SOB, too'

The Mailman was respectful, to a point, about MJ in a suddenly released film clip, but he also held himself in high regard in a clip that magically surfaced in the wake of "The Last Dance" airing.

Tom Gatto

Michael Jordan's clutch play in Game 6 of 1998 NBA Finals went well beyond his last shot with Bulls

Jordan's final shot captured only a fraction of the greatness he displayed in the fourth quarter of Game 6.

Jordan Greer

Karl Malone recalls how Shaq slapped Greg Ostertag, 'f—ed him up for the rest of his life’

Malone recalled how O'Neal shut up a talkative young Ostertag real quick.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Did Michael Jordan actually have the flu in the 'Flu Game'?

Jordan put on a performance for the ages considering his illness — but what exactly was the cause of it?

Zac Al-Khateeb

Karl Malone's alleged relationship with minor intertwined with legacy of his Jazz career

Some younger fans learned of the allegations through social media during Sunday's episodes of "The Last Dance."

Dan Bernstein

Remembering when Michael Jordan, Bulls shut down Jazz in biggest NBA Finals blowout ever

How did the Bulls beat the Jazz by 42 points in the 1998 NBA Finals? Luc Longley tells SN why he still appreciates Chicago's defense more than anything.

Bill Bender

Is Stockton still underrated?

John Stockton played 19 years in the NBA and set the bar high for the standard of point guards in the NBA.

Carlan Gay

How Scottie Pippen's single line of trash talk helped the Bulls steal Game 1 of the 1997 Finals

The usually soft-spoken Pippen pulled the one-liner out of his head in the moment, using it to devastating effect.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Pick a PF for post-80s dream team

What if you were tasked with building the perfect team, but with the catch that you didn't know the actual identities of the players you were picking from? We took some of the best players from the last three decades, lined up their stats and removed the names. Up next is the power forward position.

Scott Rafferty

Jazz GM: Rudy Gobert, Donovan Mitchell know they 'need each other' to win a ring

Mitchell was steamed at Gobert after both players tested positive for the coronavirus in March.

Tom Gatto

Rudy Gobert has NSFW response to someone who said he caused coronavirus shutdown

Someone in Rudy Gobert's Twitch chat apparently said he caused the coronavirus shutdown.

Jordan Heck

Pick a PG for post-80s dream team

What if you were tasked with building the perfect team, but with the catch that you didn't know the actual identities of the players you were picking from? We took some of the best players from the last three decades, lined up their stats and removed the names. Up first is the point guard position. Which player would you want to lead your team?

Scott Rafferty

Barkley & Malone: The other MVPs of the '90s

The Phoenix Suns and Utah Jazz power forwards were, in 1993 and 1997 respectively, the only two players who managed to claim the MVP award in one of the seasons in which the Chicago Bulls were champions. However, in the Finals, MJ ended up prevailing.

Agustín Aboy

NBA taking smallest step toward getting players back on court

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

Tom Gatto

Power Rankings: The best players from the 1990s

Michael Jordan ruled the 90s, but where does Scottie Pippen rank among the best players of the decade? There's also a near consensus No. 2... and it's NOT the player who won multiple MVPs!

Micah Adams

OTD: Malone becomes oldest to drop 50 in playoffs

At 36 years and 273 days, he broke a record previously held by Michael Jordan at 34 years and 69 days.

Yash Matange

NBA stars react to WNBA draft

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

NBA.com Staff

Recapping the HORSE challenge final four

Chauncey Billups, Allie Quigley, Mike Conley and Zach LaVine battled it out for the HORSE Challenge title!

NBA.com Staff

Mike Conley Jr. wins HORSE Challenge; top shots from semifinals, final

The Jazz guard took down Chauncey Billups and Bulls guard Zach LaVine.

Tom Gatto

Recapping HORSE Quarterfinals

Chauncey Billups, Mike Conley Jr., Zach LaVine and Allie Quigley advance to the semi-finals of the NBA HORSE Challenge after picking up wins in the first round. Catch up on all the results and highlights here!

NBA.com Staff

Rudy Gobert says relationship with Donovan Mitchell has improved: 'We're grown men'

The Jazz center took to Instagram Live to tell fans that reports of a soured relationship with Mitchell are overstated.

Jacob Hancock

Get ready for the NBA HORSE Challenge

Who are the favourites? Will the Old School or New School prevail? Can ambidexterity be an advantage? We've got everything you need to know ahead of the first round of the NBA HORSE Challenge.

Gilbert McGregor

HORSE Challenge begins tonight (7 ET, TSN2)

Eight NBA and WNBA players and legends are set to participate in a single-elimination shooting competition beginning on Sunday, April 12. State Farm will donate more than $200,000 on behalf of the participants to charities focused on coronavirus response efforts. This donation builds on the more than $74 million that has been contributed by the NBA Family to date to support coronavirus relief efforts through its NBA Together campaign.

Donovan Mitchell's relationship with Rudy Gobert 'doesn't appear salvageable'

A behind-the-scenes report by The Athletic documents how the Jazz locker room may fall apart as a result of the coronavirus.

Jordan Heck

Why the NBA had no answer for Stockton and Malone

We're taking this week to look at the greatest duos in NBA history on NBA.com. They might not go down as the greatest of all-time, but there aren't many duos as iconic as Stockton and Malone. Not only because they're two of the greatest players of all-time, but because they formed arguably the most feared pick-and-roll combo in league history.

Scott Rafferty

Donovan Mitchell can't handle virtual LeBron James in 'NBA 2K' Players Tournament

This was the game of the tournament so far.

Dan Bernstein

Finals moments that could have altered NBA history

Shots that decide championships are forever remembered as some of the greatest moments in NBA history. They are singular, defining for everyone involved; but in each of those events, those successes hinged on opponents missing shots that would have changed history as we know it. Here, we take a closer look at how a few bounces could have altered the entire scope of the league's history.

Matthew Blum

Who will win the NBA 2K Players Tournament?

The NBA 2K Players Tournament is ready to kick off on Friday, April 3 and the first round matchups are set. Has Kevin Durant's time off this season boosted his 2K skills? Will Tik Tok be the downfall of players not gaming enough? Is all of Devin Booker's video game live streaming about to pay off? Should Hassan Whiteside unplug his mic so he doesn't have to listen to Patrick Beverley's trash talk?

Kyle Irving

Ingles Q&A on World Autism Day

Utah Jazz foward, Joe Ingles joined Dr. Michele Kong for an Instagram Live Q&A session to share their experiences of parenting a child with autism.

Kane Pitman

Jazz's Gobert, Mitchell finish isolation

Jazz players and staff have been cleared by medical personnel after observing 14-day periods of self-isolation.

Liam Blackburn

Nash voted best passer in NBA history

The people have spoken! Steve Nash received 36% of the votes followed by John Stockton at 22% and LeBron James at 18%. See who else cracked the top 5!

NBA.com Staff

McCollum voted most underrated player since 2000

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

NBA.com Staff

Every buzzer-beating game-winner this season

The 2019-20 NBA season has seen 10 buzzer-beating game-winners. We take a look at all of them.

Yash Matange

Top 10 international players this season

Members of six different countries on our NBA.com Global staff voted on the NBA's top 10 players from the rest of the world. Europe, Africa and Australia were all continents with a presence in the top 10.

Agustín Aboy

Coronavirus updates: Pistons' Christian Wood reportedly tests positive; third NBA player

Wood joins Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell as players to test positive.

Tom Gatto

Gobert to donate $500K to various COVID-related services

The Utah Jazz announced today that Rudy Gobert is donating more than $500,000 to support both the employee relief fund at Vivint Smart Home Arena and COVID-related social services relief in Utah, Oklahoma City and within the French health care system.

Official Release

Oklahoma health officials made call to test Jazz for coronavirus despite shortage of kits

The Oklahoma State Department of Health says it made a "public health decision" to bring 58 kits to Chesapeake Energy Arena.

Tom Gatto

Jazz's Rudy Gobert apologizes for 'careless' behavior after positive coronavirus test

The NBA announced Wednesday it is suspending the season indefinitely after Gobert's test results came back positive.

Jordan Greer

Mitchell releases statement on Instagram

Mitchell wrote: "We are all learning more about the seriousness of this situation and hopefully people can continue to educate themselves and realize that they need to behave responsibly both for their own health and for the well being of those around them."

NBA.com Staff

Gobert releases statement on Instagram

"The first and most important thing is I would like to publicly apologize to the people that I may have endangered," Gobert wrote. "At the time, I had no idea I was even infected. I was careless and make no excuse. I hope my story serves as a warning and causes everyone to take this seriously."

NBA.com Staff

Donovan Mitchell tests positive for coronavirus; remaining Jazz tests come back negative

Following Rudy Gobert's positive test for the coronavirus (COVID-19), all Jazz players were quarantined and tested Wednesday night in Oklahoma City.

Jordan Greer

Utah Jazz release additional statement

Following the cancelling of Thursday's game against the Thunder in OKC, the Utah Jazz have released two statements.

Official Release

Rudy Gobert gave Jazz reporters 'low risk exposure' to coronavirus when he touched their microphones

Gobert was joking about the coronavirus a couple days before he tested positive for it.

Jordan Heck

NBA to suspend season after coronavirus diagnosis for player, reportedly Rudy Gobert

The league decided to halt play beginning March 12 after the Jazz's game vs. the Thunder was postponed.

Tom Gatto

Follow live: Wednesday's action

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

NBA.com Staff

Jazz's Rudy Gobert on OG Anunoby scuffle: 'Next time I'll do justice myself' before ejection

Rudy Gobert was critical of the officiating after he was ejected in the closing stages of Utah's loss to Toronto on Monday.

Rob Lancaster

Powell suffers ankle injury vs. Jazz

Reigning Eastern Conference Player of the Week Norman Powell did not return against the Jazz after turning his ankle in the first quarter.

Kyle Irving

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Will Raps show up vs. a winning team?

The Jazz have won five straight while the Raptors are on a three-game win streak. Toronto will look to close out a nine-day trip on the right note by cooling off one of the West's hottest teams.

Gilbert McGregor

Saturday's scores: Curry-less Warriors edge 76ers

Six Warriors scored in double figures as they beat a 76ers squad without Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid at home, snapping a 10-game home losing streak.

NBA.com Staff

Bojan stars in Detroit, Jazz win 5th straight

With a win in Detroit, the Jazz went 4-0 on their recent Eastern Conference road trip which included an impressive win in Boston.

Yash Matange

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Seven thoughts: Tatum cools off as Celtics fall to Jazz

Mike Conley had one of his best games of the season, leading the Jazz with 25 points on 9-for-16 shooting from the field. Here's what we learned from the game.

Scott Rafferty

Who has the longest active postseason streak?

The San Antonio Spurs entered the 2019-20 NBA season having qualified for postseason play for 22 straight years.

NBA.com Staff

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Predicting the top 10 players in five years

Who will be the NBA's top players five years from now? Will it be Zion or Luka? Will Giannis Antetokounmpo still reign supreme? What about Jayson Tatum, Trae Young or Ja Morant? We gazed into the crystal ball to see which of those stars will become the next faces of the NBA.

Kyle Irving

Predicting the top 10 players in five years

Who will be the NBA's top players five years from now? Will it be Zion or Luka? Will Giannis Antetokounmpo still reign supreme? What about Jayson Tatum, Trae Young or Ja Morant? We gazed into the crystal ball to see which of those stars will become the next faces of the NBA.

Kyle Irving

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Tracking the Raps' West Coast trip

Nine days. Five games. Over 5,000 kilometres. As the Toronto Raptors embark upon their final lengthy road trip of the 2019-20 season, we've got you covered with updates from each stop.

Gilbert McGregor

Seven players who have taken the leap

The list includes Ben Simmons, Jayson Tatum, Pascal Siakam and Luka Doncic, with an honourable mention to the likes of Trae Young and Malcolm Brogdon.

Benyam Kidane

Friday's action: Clutch D-Rose snaps Pistons losing streak

Friday night's full slate of 10 games did not disappoint as Aaron Gordon recorded his first career triple-double, Zion Williamson made history, the Clippers earned a statement win and a clutch Derrick Rose helped snap the Pistons losing streak.

NBA.com Staff

Tatum continues scoring run in Celtics win

Jayson Tatum recorded his third-straight 30+ point game to lead the Celtics to a 114-103 win over the Jazz as they finish their road trip with a 3-1 record.

Benyam Kidane

Report: Jazz bench Ingles for O'Neale

The Utah Jazz continue to re-shuffle their lineup as they look to put an end to their three-game losing streak.

Benyam Kidane

Monday's scores: Clippers flex muscles vs. Grizzlies

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

NBA.com Staff

Did the Raptors pass Tatum and Celtics?

The Bucks remain comfortably on top with teams like the Lakers, Raptors, Celtics and Rockets jockeying for position inside the top-five. Did the Lakers hold on to their No. 2 spot? How far did the Clippers fall after a bad loss?

Kyle Irving

Russ, Harden combine for 72 in win vs. Jazz

After this game, both the Jazz and the Rockets have identical records of 36-20 but the Rockets claim the tie-breaker having clinched the season series 2-1 with this win.

Yash Matange

Saturday's scores: Kings stun Clippers in LA

Sunday's action included the Clippers dropping their third straight game and the fourth of their last five as the Kings stunned them at the Staples Center.

NBA.com Staff

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Jazz extend win streak to four games

Despite playing their third game in four nights, the Jazz found an extra gear in the second-half to cruise to a 116-101 win at Vivint Smart Home Arena.

Benyam Kidane

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Jazz hold off Mavs for 3rd-straight win

On the second night of a back-to-back, the Utah Jazz extended their win streak to three games, edging the Dallas Mavericks 123-119.

Benyam Kidane

Monday's scores: Nuggets come back from 23 down vs. Spurs

In Monday's slate of nine games, the Nuggets come from 23 down to hand the Spurs their fifth straight loss while earlier, Spencer Dinwiddie drains a game-winner in Indiana.

NBA.com Staff

Raptors continue surge towards top

While no one was able to dethrone the Bucks from their top spot, teams like the Raptors and Nuggets are patiently awaiting their chance to take over the No. 1 ranking. The Celtics are creeping up and a new team enters the top 10.

Kyle Irving

Jazz's Bojan Bogdanovic on game-winner: Coaches trusted me despite my bad night

Bojan Bogdanovic praised the Utah coaching staff after his 3-pointer at the buzzer gave his team a victory over the Rockets.

Dejan Kalinic

Bogdanovic stuns Rockets with buzzer-beating triple

With 1.6 seconds remaining, Bojan Bogdanovic buried a 30-foot triple over two defenders to snatch a 114-113 win over the Houston Rockets.

Benyam Kidane

Sunday's scores: Lillard leads Blazers past Heat

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

NBA.com Staff

Damian Lillard doesn't hide frustration with officials, Donovan Mitchell after Trail Blazers' controversial loss

Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard was understandably furious after losing to the Jazz, and he didn't hold back with his postgame comments.

Jordan Greer

Damian Lillard denied game-tying basket because of brutal officiating

Portland's All-Star guard should have been credited with a bucket when Rudy Gobert slapped his layup after it came off the backboard.

Tom Gatto

Jazz edge Blazers on controversial goal-tending no-call

Damian Lillard played all of the second half, scored a game-high 42 points but the Jazz clinched this close one 117-114 and snapped their five-game losing streak.

Yash Matange

Friday's scores: Beal nails game-winner vs. Mavericks

Friday's eight-game slate was headlined by the 76ers and the Jazz snapping their losing streaks while Bradley Beal nailed the game-winner vs. Mavericks.

NBA.com Staff

Jokic's triple-double hands Jazz 5th-straight loss

Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray combined for 61 of Denver’s 98 points as they handed the Jazz their fifth-straight loss.

Benyam Kidane

Did the Raptors crack the top-five?

Our regular format of power rankings returns this week after honouring the great Kobe Bryant last week. The Raptors have been rewarded for their win streak and the Jazz have been penalized for a winless week. Where did your favourite team end up?

Kyle Irving

Lillard drops 51 points in Blazers win

Damian Lillard continued his torrid run of form, torching the Utah Jazz for 51 points in the Trail Blazers win over the Jazz at home.

Kane Pitman

Thursday's scores: Clutch Jokic gives Nuggets the win

Nikola Jokic comes up clutch as the Nuggets hold off the Jazz's furious fourth comeback to win in Denver.

NBA.com Staff

Which East, West players should earn All-Star reserve spots?

There are only seven All-Star spots left in each conference. It's time to fill out the rest of the rosters.

Jordan Greer

DeRozan drops 38 in win vs. Jazz

DeRozan's 38 points is the most he's scored this season and the most points he's ever scored in a Spurs uniform.

Benyam Kidane

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

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

NBA.com Staff

"He got 60 on me and I didn't give him anything free all night"

"He got 60 on me and I didn't give him anything free all night." Gordon Hayward recalls playing against Kobe Bryant in his final game and opens up about his relationship with the Lakers' legend.

Micah Adams

Gordon drops career-high 50 points in win over Jazz

With Russell Westbrook and James Harden out, Eric Gordon seized the moment with a career night, leading the Rockets to a 126-117 road win.

Benyam Kidane

NBA teams pay tribute to Kobe Bryant

Following the heartbreaking news of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant's death, teams around the league continued to honour his legacy with a variety of tributes.

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's scores: LeBron makes history and Kyrie drops 45

LeBron James moved into third on the all-time scorers list, while Kyrie Irving dropped 45 points in an OT win over the Detroit Pistons.

NBA.com Staff

Mitchell and Gobert come up clutch, Jazz win fourth straight

The Utah Jazz trailed for the majority of the night but when it mattered most, Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert delivered clutch plays to steal an unlikely win over the Dallas Mavericks.

Kane Pitman

Recap Wednesday's action

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

NBA.com Staff

Biggest disappointments of first half

The Philadelphia 76ers' poor road record, Mike Conley Jr.'s fit with the Utah Jazz and the lack of consistency from the Sacramento Kings and Phoenix Suns have left much to be desired at the halfway point of the NBA season.

NBA.com Staff

How many spots did the Raptors rise?

The Clippers, Heat, Nuggets and Raptors were rewarded for strong weeks while the Celtics, Rockets and Thunder have taken a slide with their struggles. Where did your favourite team land?

Kyle Irving

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Jazz trio combine for 80 in big home win

The Utah Jazz returned to their winning ways against the Sacramento Kings, registering a 123-101 victory at the Vivint Smart Home Arena.

Kane Pitman

Thursday's scores: Kawhi powers Clippers past Magic

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

NBA.com Staff

All-Star Moment: Ingram, Mitchell shine in wild OT duel

Two of the league's brightest young stars made strong cases for an All-Star selection as they each put forth the best scoring performances of their young careers. Ultimately, Ingram's 49 points pushed the Pelicans to a wild OT win over the Jazz, who saw their 10-game win streak come to an end.

Gilbert McGregor

Wednesday's scores: Pistons stun Celtics in Boston

On a busy 10-game slate on Wednesday, the Pistons shocking the Celtics in Boston was among the big headlines of the night.

NBA.com Staff

Ingles on Jazz streak: 'We've still got a lot to improve on'

The Utah Jazz extend their win streak to 10 games with a 118-107 road victory over the Brooklyn Nets.

Benyam Kidane

Jazz inch closer to franchise record

Having won 10 straight games, the Jazz are now five wins away from tying the longest streak in franchise history. What are the odds of them breaking that record?

Scott Rafferty

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Did the Lakers take the top spot?

The Bucks have held the top spot in our weekly Power Rankings since the first week of the season. Was their one slip up and a perfect week from the Lakers enough for Los Angeles to take the top spot?

NBA.com Staff

Jazz extend win streak to nine games

The Utah Jazz climb to second in the Western Conference standings following a 127-116 road win over the Washington Wizards.

Benyam Kidane

Friday's scores: Jazz extend winning streak to eight

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

NBA.com Staff

Wednesday's scores: DeRozan powers Spurs past Celtics

The Spurs picked up a big win on the road, while the Jazz extend their win streak to seven games. Catch up on the best from today's games, right here!

NBA.com Staff

Bojan drops 35 as Jazz extend win streak to 6

The Jazz win their 11th game from their past 12 to take a big leap in the Western Conference standings.

Yash Matange

Monday's scores: Warren scores 36 in win vs. the Hornets

Plenty of action went down on Monday's nine-game slate. Get a glimpse of it all with scores, stats, and highlights.

NBA.com Staff

Where did the Raptors land this week?

The Celtics, Rockets and Jazz have all made a jump while the Heat, Nuggets and Raptors have taken a slide. There's a new team that has entered the top-10 for the first time this season, while another team has reached a new low-point. Where did your favourite team end up in this week's rankings?

Kyle Irving

Saturday's scores: Hornets stun Mavs despite Luka triple-double

Luka Doncic recorded a 39-point, 12-rebound, and 10-assist triple-double but the Hornets' backcourt duo of Terry Rozier III and Devonte' Graham combine for 56 points and 21 assists in an overtime win to hand the Mavericks their third loss in the last four games.

NBA.com Staff

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