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What I learned from watching the NBA's biggest offseason pick-up run

If you're an NBA fan, you've probably seen clips from Rico Hines' famous runs at UCLA, but they only tell part of the story. Here's what I learned from tuning into more.

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Kevin Durant reportedly gives Nets an ultimatum

According to The Athletic's Shams Charania, Kevin Durant has given Nets owner Joe Tsai an ultimatum.

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NBA world mourns loss of Bill Russell

The basketball world is feeling a collective sense of sadness following the death of iconic figure Bill Russell.

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NBA legend Bill Russell dies at 88

Bill Russell "passed away peacefully" at age 88, according to a statement shared by his family.

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What LaMelo can take from Tony Parker to ascend to superstardom

With everything that Ball has accomplished before his 21st birthday, it feels as though he is on a fast track to superstardom, but what does that next step entail?

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Where would Celtics' rumored trade package rank among potential Durant deals?

With the trade market changing over the past few weeks, does Boston have the strongest trade package to acquire Kevin Durant?

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Trae Young, John Collins provide the highlights at Drew League

Trae Young and John Collins didn't waste much time electrifying the Drew League crowd.

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How Warriors' signings bolster title defense

With Donte DiVincenzo and JaMychal Green, the Warriors may have found viable replacements for key losses.

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All you need to know about India Rising at The Basketball Tournament

India Rising has assembled some of the world's best players of Indian origin to compete for a $1 million prize.

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Can McClung make the Warriors' roster?

Ahead of his training-camp opportunity, explore how realistic of a chance Mac McClung has to make the Warriors' roster.

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Biggest overreactions from Summer League play

Thanks to the Summer League, we now have enough small sample sizes from a controlled environment to make some projections moving forward.

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Details behind the first-ever Summer League rings

While the ring is to commemorate Summer League action, it's worthy of a closer look.

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Blazers capture 2022 Summer League championship

The Sporting News tracked score updates and highlights from the Summer League Championship Game.

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Could New York make a real play for Mitchell?

A trade that sends Mitchell to New York would make sense, but is there a realistic deal to be made?

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Possible trade destinations for Jazz star Donovan Mitchell

As the Jazz enter the offseason, they face a number of pressing questions, and some will arise surrounding the 25-year-old All-Star.

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Adam Silver calls out Spurs executive for load management fallout

At a league event in Las Vegas, Adam Silver provided his assessment of load management, complete with a callout of an NBA executive in attendance.

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Where Ivey, Cunningham rank among NBA's top guard duos

Who is the backcourt of the future? In an attempt to sift through the league's young guard pairings, The Sporting News ranked the best young starting backcourts in the NBA.

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WNBA commissioner outlines plans for league expansion

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert has outlined a number of ways in which the league is set to grow and expand, beginning as early as this postseason. 

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Did Darvin Ham dispel Westbrook trade rumors at Summer League?

While trade rumors swirl around Russell Westbrook, Darvin Ham is preparing for him to be on the Lakers roster come opening night.

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G League Ignite prospect could turn heads at Summer League

Here's why you should keep an eye on Fanbo Zeng ahead of the 2022-23 season.

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Banchero vs. Holmgren headlines top Summer League matchups

With all 30 teams in action, the biggest names from the 2022 NBA Draft are set to take the floor, including top three picks Paolo Banchero, Chet Holmgren and Jabari Smith Jr. 

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Warriors provide glimpse of future in 2022 Summer League

As the Warriors' young core looks to realize its potential, they'll look to develop — and dominate — at the 2022 Summer League in Las Vegas.

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Full rosters for every Summer League team

With every NBA team in action, there will be hundreds of players taking the floor in Vegas, from the top picks in the 2022 NBA Draft to well-travelled pros that are looking to find a home in the NBA.

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How Lakers' free-agent signings fit with LeBron, AD and Westbrook

The Lakers added three young former first-round picks and a recent NBA champion. Will these signings move the needle?

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Wolves acquire Gobert in blockbuster deal

The Jazz are trading three-time Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert to the Timberwolves in a deal that involves six players and several first-round picks.

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How NBA award voting impacts player salaries

Here is how the voters of end-of-season awards can impact the salary of an NBA player.

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Who are the best SGs available in free agency?

Perimeter production is an important component of a successful franchise. As such, we've ranked each of the top shooting guards in this year's free agent class.

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Predicting 13 offseason moves, including Brunson to Knicks and Murray trade

Before the flurry of signings gets going, it's only right to go through the exercise of attempting to predict where some notable names will land.

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Lakers emerging as frontrunner to land Kyrie

Kyrie Irving appears to have one foot out of the door in Brooklyn.

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Pacers' Mathurin makes bold confident claim about LeBron

Pacers rookie Bennedict Mathurin is certainly not lacking in confidence.

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Who's most likely to be traded this offseason?

As rumors begin to heat up, we take a look at the most likely players to be traded this offseason.

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Shaq outlines plan to get back into NBA ownership

After being selected first overall by the Magic in 1992, Shaquille O'Neal is looking to get back involved with the franchise 30 years later.

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Full results from 2022 NBA Draft

The Sporting News is tracking full results of the 2022 NBA Draft from Orlando at No. 1 to Indiana at No. 60. Follow along for a complete list of selections from the draft.

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Perkins delivers puzzling player comps at 2022 NBA Draft

Kendrick Perkins was in full effect during the 2022 NBA Draft.

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Banchero among NBA Draft's best dressed

As prospects realize their lifelong dreams of becoming NBA players, fans can get an idea of their personalities based on their sartorial choices on draft night

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What is G League Ignite?

For the second year, multiple prospects from G League Ignite will hear their names called during the NBA Draft.

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Hall of Famer Lauren Jackson to return from international retirement

It's not every day that you see a Hall of Famer come out of retirement, but Lauren Jackson has been gearing up for this moment for some time.

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Draymond Green steals show at Warriors parade

An unorthodox parade set up won't keep Draymond Green from speaking his mind.

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Where do the Warriors rank among all-time NBA dynasties?

With the Warriors winning their fourth title in eight seasons, they've provided us with a reminder that their dynasty is not over, returning to the mountaintop after two down seasons.

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Which team has the most championships in NBA history?

In a fitting end to the NBA's 75th anniversary season, the Golden State Warriors hoist the Larry O'Brien Trophy.

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Wiggins showcasing his true self in NBA Finals

For some, The 2022 NBA Finals are the first chance to learn about Andrew Wiggins' mentality as a player but for those that know him best, they're yet another example of his selflessness and love of the game.

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What jerseys will Warriors, Celtics wear tonight?

Below, find the complete uniform schedule for the 2022 NBA Finals, complete with information on each team's performance in each uniform set.

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Can Tatum deliver a signature performance in Game 6?

The Celtics have been here before. Jayson Tatum has said this before. Can he save their season again?

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Complete list of second-generation NBA players

Led by Stephen Curry, the Warriors alone have four players whose father's enjoyed a career in the NBA.

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Wiggins following in footsteps of dad in NBA Finals vs. Celtics

If the story of Andrew Wiggins' performance in Game 5 of the 2022 NBA Finals was in the script of a movie, you might find it a bit too coincidental to be true.

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Curry defends wife, responds to trolls with hilarious shirt

Stephen Curry had the perfect response to the trolling that's come from Boston's fans.

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Complete list of early entrants in 2022 NBA Draft

As important deadlines loom, find a list of early-entry candidates for the 2022 NBA Draft as well as a list of notable players that have withdrawn from the draft.

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The latest on James Wiseman's recovery

James Wiseman won't be able to help the Warriors in the Finals, but he is one step closer to returning to an NBA floor.

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Draymond Green responds to Kendrick Perkins, other critics of podcast

According to Draymond Green, "The Draymond Green Show" isn't going anywhere.

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Draymond Green's blunt self-assessment of Game 3 performance

Draymond Green fouled out with two points, four rebounds, three assists and two turnovers in just under 35 minutes of action, an underwhelming showing from a key contributor.

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Full list of Celtics retired jersey numbers

In March, Kevin Garnett joined 23 other Celtics legends whose number — or name — hangs alongside the franchise's NBA championship banners.

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Celtics' trade for Horford gets better with time

A year ago, it was hard to envision Al Horford delivering these moments on this stage. One trade call from his former coach changed everything.

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Inside Rasheed Wallace's rise through the coaching ranks

Nearly a decade after playing in his final NBA game, Rasheed Wallace is now building a reputation for his work on the sidelines.

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Warriors' 3rd quarter dominance essential to championship pedigree

Whether it's the extended rest or the speech from head coach Steve Kerr, there are few things scarier than these Warriors coming out of the halftime break.

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NBA overtime rules, explained

As the overtime period is a shortened version of a regular 12-minute period, it comes with its own sets of rules, many of which bear resemblance to rules from the last two minutes of regulation.

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Why Celtics-Lakers rivalry remains relevant during 2022 NBA Finals

In addition to the Celtics' opportunity to win their first championship since 2008, they can break a tie with the Lakers to re-establish themselves as the NBA's most-decorated franchise.

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Draymond Green downplays Warriors' Game 1 loss

Less than 24 hours after the final buzzer sounded, Draymond Green spoke candidly about the Game 1 loss and how the Warriors will adjust moving forward.

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DPOY Smart vs. Curry headlines defining matchup of Finals

While the Celtics' defense is a sum of multiple parts, the Warriors' stellar guard play ups the ante for Marcus Smart defensively, who is sure to spend plenty of time matched up with Western Conference Finals MVP Stephen Curry.

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Butler turns in historic performance to force Game 7 in East Finals

The Sporting News tracked live updates and highlights from throughout Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

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What new NBA league honors could mean for players

With the 2022 NBA Playoffs in full swing, the league unveiled a lineup of reimagined trophies for the NBA postseason, including the introduction of two all-new trophies that will be awarded at the conclusion of the Conference Finals.

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How many championships have the Warriors won?

How many championships have the Warriors won? Here is a look at where Golden State stands and how it stacks up with the league's other historic franchises.

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Mavericks stave off elimination, force Game 5 vs. Warriors

The Sporting News tracked live updates throughout Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals.

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Is Al Horford playing in Game 2 vs. Heat?

The five-time All-Star missed Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals while in the NBA's COVID-19 health and safety protocols.

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Is Marcus Smart playing tonight?

The 2021-22 Defensive Player of the Year missed Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals with a right mid-foot sprain.

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Butler's 41-point masterpiece leads Heat to Game 1 win over Celtics

In a Game 1 win, Jimmy Butler led the way for Miami with 41 points, nine rebounds, five assists, four steals and three blocks while Tyler Herro scored 18 points off the bench.

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Year-by-year odds for every NBA Draft Lottery winner

While lottery results are largely based on odds, luck is certainly a factor as well. Look back at the most recent teams to defy odds to win the top pick in the NBA Draft.

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Celtics vs. Heat: Predictions and expert picks for Eastern Conference Finals

In anticipation of the Eastern Conference Finals, members of our NBA staff identify one matchup to watch and make their picks for the series and the newly-introduced Conference Finals MVP award.

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Ayton's benching adds intrigue to impending free agency

On a night where the Suns trailed by as many as 46 points, Deandre Ayton was limited to just 17 minutes of action, the lowest of any Suns starter.

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What is Chris Paul's legacy after blowout loss to Mavs?

With all that Chris Paul has accomplished and continues to accomplish, an NBA title still eludes him. After this latest loss, where does he stand among the all-time greats at his position?

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Gary Payton II addresses flagrant foul from Dillon Brooks

While Dillon Brooks' foul drew the ire of Warriors head coach Steve Kerr and a number of players, Gary Payton shared that he harbors no hard feelings.

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Is Robert Williams playing in Game 7?

Robert Williams III has been sidelined since Game 4 of the Celtics' Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Bucks.

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Grizzlies' blowout win over Warriors among largest margins of victory in playoffs

It's not often that you see such a lopsided victory in the playoffs, but it has happened before. Here is where Memphis' win stacks up among the most dominant postseason victories in NBA history.

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Why Game 6 of Celtics-Bucks will be a classic

After a thrilling finish to Game 5, all signs indicate that Game 6 between the Celtics and Bucks will be another classic. Here are three of the biggest reasons why.

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Full voting results for Jokic over Embiid

With each finalist having a worthy claim to earn the honor, just how close was the MVP race? Here is a breakdown of the results.

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Is Kyle Lowry playing tonight?

Kyle Lowry missed the first two games of the series before returning for Games 3 and 4, but he appeared to have reaggravated the injury in Miami's Game 4 loss.

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Al Horford trade paying off for Celtics and Brad Stevens

From appointing his replacement to retooling the Celtics' roster, Brad Stevens has shown that he has what it takes to be a successful executive in the NBA.

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Mavs use Paul's tricks to even series at two games apiece

The Suns Game 4 loss marked just the fourth time that Paul has fouled out in 139 postseason games, and the 37-year-old was among many in the Suns camp that was visibly frustrated.

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Jaren Jackson Jr. vs. Jordan Poole: High school teammates turned rivals

Five short years after winning a high school national title, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Jordan Poole find themselves going head-to-head on an even bigger stage.

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How to buy NBA League Pass in India: Live streaming, cost for 2022 NBA Playoffs

Here is everything you need to know about buying NBA League Pass in India.

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Will Kyle Lowry play in Game 3 vs. Sixers?

The Heat have gotten out to a commanding series lead over the 76ers in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, and Kyle Lowry could soon be on the way to add more help.

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Why Dillon Brooks was suspended for flagrant foul on Gary Payton II

In Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals, Grizzlies wing Dillon Brooks was ejected after committing a Flagrant 2 on Warriors guard Gary Payton II, who suffered a fractured elbow.

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How to watch Suns vs. Mavs Game 2

In the series opener, Luka Doncic scored 45 points, but Phoenix's trio of Deandre Ayton, Devin Booker and Chris Paul proved to be too much.

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Vinsanity Scale: Andrew Wiggins posterizes Brandon Clarke

Andrew Wiggins made a loud statement to get his first points of Game 2 vs. the Grizzlies.

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Errant elbow forced Draymond to briefly leave Game 2

Early on in Game 2, Warriors All-Star forward Draymond Green exited the game after he was on the receiving end of an errant elbow to the face.

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Is Marcus Smart playing tonight vs. Bucks?

Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart is dealing with a right shoulder stinger and a "pretty bad" right thigh contusion.

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Zion Williamson contract extension headlines Pelicans offseason

The Pelicans' season came to an end after pushing the Phoenix Suns to six games, but the franchise has plenty to be excited about in the future.

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How will Embiid be impacted by thumb injury?

To better understand the extent of Joel Embiid's injury, The Sporting News reached out to our medical expert, Dr. Michael S. George of the KSF Orthopaedic Center in Houston, Texas.

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As the Nuggets head into the offseason, there is plenty to be excited about in the future. Here's a snapshot of where Denver stands.

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Rivers takes flawed defense of past shortcomings

With the 76ers in danger of squandering a 3-0 series lead to the Raptors, pressure is mounting on the team and head coach Doc Rivers.

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Will LaVine play in Game 5 vs. Bucks?

Ahead of Wednesday's Game 5 against the Bucks, Zach LaVine was placed in the NBA's COVID-19 health and safety protocols.

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How to watch Bucks vs. Bulls Game 5

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the defending champs have hit another gear and have their eyes set on the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

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Embiid calls out Harden's lack of aggression

After James Harden attempted just 11 shots in a crucial game, Joel Embiid didn't hold back when sharing what needs to change.

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With the series tied at two games apiece, the Grizzlies and Timberwolves meet for a pivotal Game 5 in Memphis on Tuesday.

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A timeline of the Nets' disappointing season

How does a team go from title aspirations to getting swept in the opening round? A long series of events ultimately resulted in the Nets' downfall.

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How to watch 76ers vs. Raptors Game 5

The 76ers look to advance to the second round when they host the Raptors in Game 5.

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Can Nuggets recreate magic to overcome another 3-1 deficit?

With the Nuggets back in familiar territory, it's hard not to acknowledge the prospect of them coming back from a 3-1 deficit once again.

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76ers' Embiid has torn ligament in right thumb

Just when it appeared as if things were going perfectly for Joel Embiid and the 76ers during their first-round series against the Raptors, an apparent injury setback has emerged.

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How to watch Heat vs. Hawks Game 4

Thanks to the Game 3 heroics of Trae Young, the Hawks have new life against the Heat, who hold a 2-1 series advantage.

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After a two-year hiatus from the playoffs, Golden State could be the first team to advance to the second round in 2022.

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Siakam takes over in the fourth, Raptors force Game 5

Pascal Siakam recorded a new playoff career-high with 34 points and the series will head back to Philadelphia for Game 5. The Sporting News tracked live updates from throughout Game 4 of the first-round series.

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How to watch Celtics vs. Nets Game 3

The first-round series between the Celtics and Nets has lived up to the hype through the first two games. What will Game 3 have in store?

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The sky is the limit for Rookie of the Year Scottie Barnes

With Scottie Barnes winning Rookie of the Year, it's only right to look ahead what he could accomplish with the Raptors.

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How to watch Mavericks vs. Jazz Game 4

After losing the series opener, the Mavericks have bounced back to take a 2-1 series lead over the Jazz.

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The 76ers look to become the first team to advance to the second round as they eye a sweep of the Raptors in Game 4.

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LeBron takes to Twitter to make bold promise

This isn't the first time LeBron has made a bold social media claim, but given his recent track record with Twitter proclamations, maybe he shouldn't have.

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The tipoff of Game 3 in the first-round playoff series between the Hawks and Heat was delayed after a suspicious package was found outside State Farm Arena in Atlanta.

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As the first-round series shifts to New Orleans for Friday's Game 3, things have gotten interesting between the Suns and Pelicans.

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Karl-Anthony Towns and Ja Morant are two of the NBA's most charismatic players but during Game 1 between Minnesota and Memphis, fans learned that these All-Stars got some of their charisma from their dads.

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As time ran out in the 76ers' Game 2 win over the Raptors, cameras captured an exchange between Sixers MVP candidate Joel Embiid and Raptors head coach Nick Nurse.

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Joel Embiid's 31 points and 11 rebounds led the 76ers on a night where they led by as many as 29 points.

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Evan Mobley has been one of the biggest reasons for the Cavaliers' successes, showing wisdom beyond his years as a catalyst on the offensive end, a difference-maker on the defensive end and a winner on all fronts.

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There's nothing quite like an NBA Playoff rematch, which is exactly what we're getting in the first-round series between the Celtics and Nets.

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After missing Golden State's final 12 games of the regular season, Stephen Curry could be back in time for the beginning of Golden State's run in the 2022 NBA Playoffs.

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The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Hawks vs. Cavaliers. Check out the complete results from the Play-In game.

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Here's everything you need to know about Zion Williamson's injury and what a potential return would mean for the Western Conference playoffs.

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There's something of a rivalry brewing between the Raptors and 76ers, who will meet in the opening round of the 2022 NBA Playoffs.

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As the Spurs continue to usher in a new era, will they have the NBA's all-time winningest coach on the sidelines?

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The Mavericks are set to face the Jazz in the first round of the 2022 NBA Playoffs.

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The Warriors will take on the Nuggets in the opening round of the 2022 NBA Playoffs.

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The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Nets vs. Cavaliers. Check out the complete results from the Play-In game.

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The second iteration of the NBA Play-In Tournament gets underway on Tuesday when the Nets host the Cavaliers.

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This year marks the fourth draft lottery in which each of the league's bottom three teams has a 14.0 percent chance of winning the top pick in the draft.

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By winning the 2021-22 NBA scoring title, Joel Embiid has made history on a number of fronts.

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With only days remaining in the 2021-22 NBA season, the league's leading scorers are currently separated by less than 0.5 points per game.

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Before the NBA Playoffs get underway, 12 of the NBA's G League teams will vie for a title.

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Here is the outlook of LeBron James' contract for the coming seasons, including when the 18-time All-Star can enter free agency.

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Prior to Tuesday, the Thunder's starting unit vs. the Trail Blazers had combined to make 63 starts in the NBA.

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Lonzo Ball underwent surgery to repair a torn left meniscus on Jan. 20.

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The 2021-22 NBA season is nearing the end and The Sporting News is back with an updated edition of our top 30 player rankings ahead of the NBA Playoffs.

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On Monday, Lakers legend Magic Johnson appeared on ESPN's "Get Up," where he spoke on what has gone wrong for his beloved team during its nightmarish season.

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Frustrations continue to mount for Russell Westbrook and the Lakers, who have fallen out of the Western Conference Play-In picture with seven games remaining in the regular season. 

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The Celtics have been dealt a serious blow as they will be without starting center Robert Williams for an indefinite period of time.

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With the playoffs looming TSN tiers the 11 teams in contention to qualify for the playoffs in the Western Conference.

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Paul George suffered a torn ulnar collateral ligament which has kept him sidelined, last playing for the Clippers on Dec. 22.

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With 4:05 remaining in the first half of a game between the Raptors and Pacers, Scotiabank Arena was evacuated due to an electrical fire, resulting in a suspension of play.

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Six players. Eight 50-point performances. While no two 50-point games are alike, there are a few common threads that connect these performances from a historic month of March.

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In the arena that he called home for 11 seasons, LeBron James defied logic and gravity with a dunk over his former teammate.

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Over 20 athletes that either attended an NBA Academy or an NBA Academy event will take part in the Men's and Women's Division I Basketball Tournament.

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In response to Anthony Davis saying that his injury kept the Lakers from defeating the Suns in 2021, Devin Booker couldn't help but laugh and shrug it off.

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Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo spoke with The Sporting News about the new golden age of centers in the NBA, beginning with MVP candidates Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic.

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To lead the shorthanded Nets past the Knicks, Kevin Durant went off for 53 points and added nine assists, six rebounds and two steals in 43 minutes of action.

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Kyrie Irving is prohibited from playing in games that take place in New York City, but can attend as a spectator. Why?

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Over 14 seasons with the Timberwolves, Garnett earned 10 All-Star selections, eight All-NBA selections, eight All-Defensive Team selections and was named MVP of the 2003-04 season.

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With just 15 games left in the regular season, we asked four of our writers to identify the four biggest problems plaguing the Warriors along with four possible fixes.

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For more clarity on Draymond Green's back injury, TSN reached out to our medical expert, Dr. Michael S. George of the KSF Orthopaedic Center in Houston, Texas, who shed light on a number of topics.

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As the top two picks in the 2019 NBA Draft, Ja Morant and Zion Williamson will always be linked to one another, but don't let Morant's successes make you forget just how good Williamson is.

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Norm Nixon, who was drafted by the Lakers in 1977, played a major role in two Lakers championships before being traded in 1983.

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Not only does Chris Paul's extended absence leave a Point God-sized void in Phoenix, but it also could have a much wider impact on the final stretch of the season around the league.

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With All-Star Weekend in the city in which he called home for nearly four seasons, Channing Frye returned for the unveiling of a renovated court at a community center and had a great sense of pride as he spoke with The Sporting News about all things Cleveland.

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With multiple end-of-season races heating up, we take stock in our latest Rookie of the Year ladder.

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On a nightly basis, Ja Morant is a threat to turn in the highlight of the night, whether it's a gravity-defying dunk, an ankle-shattering crossover or an algorithm-altering buzzer-beater.

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Jaylen Brown was forced to exit the Celtics' meeting with the Hawks after suffering a sprained right ankle in the first quarter.

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It's admittedly easy to lose Dallas in the shuffle of NBA storylines but the team is surging in the Western Conference standings thanks to Luka Doncic's play and a refocused approach on the defensive end.

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Days after it appeared as though Kyrie Irving would soon be able to rejoin the Nets on a full-time basis, a statement from New York City Mayor Eric Adams indicates that it still could be some time before Irving is permitted to play in home games.

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At some point, the discussion surrounding Zion Williamson has devolved from optimistic encouragement to cruel pessimism and disingenuous narratives.

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Based on recent developments in New York City, the Nets could soon get Kyrie Irving back on a full-time basis.

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After five seasons as teammates in Philadelphia, the split between Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons became official with the Feb. 10 trade that sent Simmons to the Nets.

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With All-Star weekend behind us, our attention shifts focus to the final remaining 20-plus games of the regular season. Will preseason title favorites like the Nets and Lakers turn things around?

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While the Suns have been the league's most dominant team by far, there's been something of a power struggle elsewhere, as hot and cold streaks have completely altered the standings – and our latest power rankings.

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According to The Athletic's Shams Charania, veteran guard Goran Dragic will sign with the Brooklyn Nets for the remainder of the 2021-22 season.

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In the third quarter win over the Rockets on Wednesday, Suns All-Star guard Chris Paul suffered an apparent right-hand injury in a bizarre sequence that resulted in his ejection.

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LeBron James headlines list of active players on NBA 75

The full list of players selected to the NBA's 75th anniversary team has been revealed, featuring several players that are still writing their stories.

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A hot streak from the Suns earned Monty Williams and his staff a spot on the sidelines, while Erik Spoelstra will man the sidelines thanks to consistently solid play from the Heat all season.

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NBA All-Star Saturday night gets underway with a new three-team Skills Challenge featuring "Team Antetokounmpo," a three-man squad featuring brothers Giannis, Thanasis and Alex Antetokounmpo.

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The future of the NBA was on full display as the Rising Stars Game tips off All-Star Weekend festivities in Cleveland.

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Can Barnes be the next Giannis?

The unique blend of length and athleticism possessed by both Giannis Antetokounmpo and Scottie Barnes allows them to do things that other NBA players simply cannot do, which only scratches the surface of what these two have in common.

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The trade that sent James Harden from Brooklyn to Philadelphia signaled the end of the Nets' Big Three era seemingly before it ever began. How did things get to the point of no return? A timeline of events shows that the writing may have been on the wall well before anyone on the outside may have realized.

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While James Harden won't suit up for Philadelphia until after the All-Star break, his official introduction as a Sixer is the perfect time to look back at the timeline of the relationship between him and Daryl Morey over the years.

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NBA commissioner Adam Silver announced Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen will be James Harden's injury replacement following the announcement that the 76ers guard will be out through the All-Star break.

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The 76ers are taking a cautious approach with their newest addition, James Harden, who is experiencing a "strength deficit" in his left hamstring.

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According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, Zach LaVine will leave the team to travel to Los Angeles to see a specialist for a troublesome left knee injury.

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After the Nets dropped their 11th straight game, Kyrie Irving was none too pleased when reporters asked if he felt guilty about his part-time status.

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Full details on Porzingis to Wizards

According to multiple reports, the Wizards have acquired Kristaps Porzingis from the Mavericks in exchange for Spencer Dinwiddie and Davis Bertans.

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Latest rumors, news, updates on 2022 NBA trade deadline day

Sporting News will be covering all of the action on deadline day. Follow along right here for the latest news and completed deals.

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According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Jazz, Spurs and Trail Blazers have agreed to a three-way deal involving five players and multiple future draft picks.

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Ahead of Thursday's highly anticipated trade deadline, our TSN staff share deals they most want to see made.

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According to a report from ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Cavaliers will receive Caris LeVert from the Pacers in exchange for Ricky Rubio and draft picks.

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The Twitter back-and-forth between Kevin Durant and Stephen A. Smith isn't over as the two-time Finals MVP responded to the ESPN analyst's attempt to clarify his NBA legacy comments.

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Despite not logging a minute in the overtime period, Russell Westbrook was in good spirits after the Lakers' come-from-behind win over the Knicks.

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LeBron James' presence might help fix most of the Lakers' problems, but their narrow victory over the Knicks serves as a reminder that he can't fix everything.

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Ja Morant led the Grizzlies to a dominant win over the Magic with 33 points in three quarters. His last bucket put an exclamation point on his performance.

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A number of teams can be active at the 2022 trade deadline, with the NBA's buyers and sellers emerging as those most likely to make a move.

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At a pivotal juncture of the season for LeBron James and the Lakers, take a look back at the complete history of the superstar missing time to gauge just how troubling this recent trend is.

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An MRI revealed "general swelling" in LeBron James' left knee. Our medical expert, Dr. Michael S. George of the KSF Orthopedic Center in Houston, Texas, provides a greater understanding of what that means.

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Jokic making strong case to win MVP, again

After taking home MVP honors for the 2020-21 season, Nikola Jokic has been even better this year, providing nightly reminders of just how impactful he is.

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LeBron ties Kobe with 18th All-Star selection

LeBron James has tied Kobe Bryant for the second-most selections to the All-Star Game in NBA history.

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Draymond Green signs on to join "Inside the NBA"

Turner Sports and NBA on TNT announced that Draymond Green has signed on as a contributor to TNT's "Inside the NBA," as an active player.

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How Embiid morphed into a 7-foot Kobe

From turnaround jumpers to fadeaways and one-dribble pull ups, it's evident that Joel Embiid has continuously worked to pattern his game after Kobe Bryant.

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Clippers complete second-largest comeback in NBA history

With the 35-point comeback, the Clippers made franchise history and turned in the second-largest comeback in NBA history.

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What's up with Luka? Mavs star in worst shooting slump of career

The Mavericks have been hot but Luka Doncic has been cold from beyond the arc. What's the cause of the 22-year-old's ups and downs?

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Gobert (calf) remains sidelined

Rudy Gobert was forced to miss the final minutes of a close loss due to the injury. Now, he could miss a few of Utah's upcoming games.

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Tatum erupts for 51 to break out of slump

Jayson Tatum knocked down a career-best nine triples en route to a 51-point night, adding 10 rebounds and seven assists.

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NBA.com's mid-season NBA awards

Midway through the season, several members of NBA.com staff submitted their candidate for each of the six main end-of-season awards.

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Lonzo Ball (knee) out 6-8 weeks

Lonzo Ball has elected to undergo a procedure to repair a small tear in his meniscus, sidelining him for six to eight weeks.

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Takeaways from third All-Star fan vote returns

With All-Star voting concluding on Jan. 22, starters will be announced on Thursday, Jan. 27.

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Forbes traded to Nuggets in thee-team deal

The Celtics, Nuggets and Spurs have agreed to a three-team deal that sends Bol Bol to Boston and Bryn Forbes to Denver.

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Which players are out due to protocols?

Two months into the 2021-22 NBA season, day-to-day operations have been impacted by a recent COVID-19 surge, including the postponement of two games and two teams' usage of the roster hardship exception.

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LaMelo making strong 2022 All-Star bid

The Celtics will host LaMelo Ball's Hornets in the Bell Game of the Week (Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.), which you can watch on TSN.

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NBA honours Dr. King's life and legacy

From pregame addresses to halftime performances, Dr. Martin Luther King was honoured throughout the NBA action on the holiday.

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The ripple effect of KD's absence

Kevin Durant's standing as one of the best players in the NBA means his absence will be felt across the league.

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