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Gordon talks favourite Carter dunk and more

Highflyer Aaron Gordon talked about what he has in store for the Saturday Night showcase, his favourite Vince Carter dunk and hints at a potential surprise entry into the Slam Dunk Contest.

Kyle Irving

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

One of the biggest games of Thursday'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

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

In Tuesday'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

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Friday's scores: Lillard powers Blazers past Spurs

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

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Tuesday's 10-game slate

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

NBA.com Staff

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.

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Recap Thursday'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

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

Sunday'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

Friday'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 day's action, right here.

NBA.com Staff

Fultz records triple-double as Magic stun Lakers

Through 41 games, the Lakers have a conference-best record of 33-8 and will now head off for their 5-game Grammy road trip. The Magic, meanwhile, are 20-21 at the midway point of their season - good for the 7th seed in the East.

Yash Matange

Thursday's scores: Pistons stun Celtics in Boston

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

NBA.com Staff

Tuesday's scores: Lillard, Blazers hold off Hornets

With seven games of NBA action today, there was a host of big-time performances, headlined by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Damian Lillard and LeBron James. Catch up on all the games, right here!

NBA.com Staff

Saturday'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

Thursday'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

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

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

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Fultz's scores career-high, puts Nets away in 4th quarter

Former No. 1 overall pick Markelle Fultz has thrived in Orlando this season and that continued against the Nets, scoring a career-high 25 points while putting Brooklyn away in the fourth quarter.

Kyle Irving

Sunday'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

Jazz extend win streak to five games

The Jazz caught fire from three, knocking down 16 three-pointers on their way to a 109-96 win over the Orlando Magic.

Benyam Kidane

NBA scores, updates, news, stats and highlights

James Harden and Ben Simmons drop triple-doubles, while Anthony Davis explodes for 46 points on a busy night around the league.

NBA.com Staff

Thursday's scores: Bucks edge Wolves for 4th-straight W

Giannis Antetokounmpo collected his 30th double-double in 33 games this season, while Carmelo Anthony put on a show in his return to MSG. Catch up on all the scores, stats and highlights from today's games, right here!

NBA.com Staff

Magic forward Jonathan Isaac hyperextends left knee

Isaac is enjoying a career year with the Magic, averaging 12.3 points, 7.1 rebounds, 2.5 blocks, 1.6 steals, and 1.4 assists per game.

Yash Matange

Tuesday's scores: Booker leads Suns to comeback over Blazers

Devin Booker and Kelly Oubre Jr. combined for 62 points as the Suns used a big fourth quarter to edge the Trail Blazers. Catch up on all the day's scores, stats, news and highlights from today's games, right here.

NBA.com Staff

#WeirdNBA – Unexpected players lead upsets

The Atlanta Hawks stunned the Magic in Orlando without Trae Young and the Washington Wizards pulled off an upset over the Miami Heat without Bradley Beal. With their biggest stars out, who were the unsung heroes that stepped up to earn unpredictable victories?

Kyle Irving

Sunday's scores: Suns snap 8-game skid

28 of the 30 teams in the NBA were in action on this Sunday with plenty of big matchups giving rise to plenty of storylines.

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's scores: SGA powers OKC to win in Charlotte

With six games on the schedule, there were a number of storylines to follow. We've got you covered with the best from each one.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Tuesday's 11-game slate

With no games on Wednesday, there was 11 games of NBA action packed into Tuesday's slate. Catch up on all the results, stats and highlights below.

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Saturday's scores: Lillard, McCollum combine for 67 in win

Saturday's action was headlined by the Kristaps Porzingis and the Dallas Mavericks handing the 76ers their third straight loss.

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Wednesday's scores: Pelicans snap 13-game losing streak

Nine games on Thursday's were headlined by the Heat handing the 76ers their first home loss of the season. Check out the rest of the results for more.

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Mitchell and Bojan combine for 60 in Jazz win

Bogdanovic and Mitchell became the first Jazz duo since Carlos Boozer (34) and Deron Williams (32) in March 2008 to score 30+ points in the same game.

Yash Matange

Wednesday's scores: Clippers cruise past the Suns

Wednesday's action was headlined by the Pacers snapping the Lakers' 14-game road win streak and RJ Barrett's career-high 27 giving the Knicks a blowout win at home vs. the Hawks.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Monday's action

This Sunday's six-game slate was headlined by Nikola Vucevic's return, another solid game from Nikola Jokic in a win and the Lakers earning their 14th-straight road win.

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's scores: Knicks stun Kings in Sacramento

Lot of familiar things happened on Saturday's 9-game slate - James Harden drops 50+ again, LeBron James and the Lakers win on the road again and the 76ers win at home again.

NBA.com Staff

All-Star moment: Harden drops 50 — again

Harden followed up his 55-point performance against the Cavaliers with a 54-point outburst against the Magic. He's now averaging 39.3 points per game on the season.

Scott Rafferty

How NBA legends have performed on Christmas

No one has played more Christmas Day games than Kobe Bryant. No one has rebounded better on the holiday than Bill Russell. How have other NBA legends performed on Christmas?

Kyle Irving

Thursday's scores: Bucks make it 16-straight wins

With 11 games around the Association, it was a busy day in the NBA, headlined by Kawhi Leonard's return to Toronto. Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from today's games.

NBA.com Staff

LeBron's triple-double keeps Lakers rolling

LeBron James continues to defy Father Time going for a 25-point, 11-rebound, 10-assist triple-double to lead the Lakers to their fifth-consecutive win and their 12th-straight road victory.

Kyle Irving

Recap of Tuesday's nine-game slate

With nine games of NBA action we had plenty of big performances, headlined by Paul George and Giannis Antetokounmpo. Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from today's games below.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Saturday's ten-game schedule

The Boston Celtics remain undefeated at home, Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks send an emphatic message and the LA Lakers keep rolling.

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Recap Thursday's 10-game schedule

The Lakers and Bucks improved on their NBA best record, while the Celtics remained undefeated at home in a battle of the East's contenders.

NBA.com Staff

Wednesday's scores: Clippers cruise past Blazers

A busy seven-game slate around the Association produced plenty of big-time performances, headlined by Montrezl Harrell, Luka Doncic and Lonnie Walker IV. Catch up on all the scores, stats, highlights and top performers from today's games.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Monday's scores, stats and highlights

Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from today's busy nine-game slate in the NBA.

NBA.com Staff

A full recap from Saturday's 13-game slate

It was another busy night in the NBA, with a massive 13 games on the schedule. Luka Doncic and Trae Young dazzled, while the Lakers continued their early season dominance.

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Powell records career high, Raps win sixth straight

In a game where the Raptors shot just 36.9% from the field, Norman Powell was a driving force as he scored a career-high 33 points to lead the team to a scrappy seven-point win.

Gilbert McGregor

Thursday's scores: Giannis, Bucks win 9 straight

The day before Thanksgiving delivered a 14-game slate of NBA action, headlined by Anthony Davis' monster night in his return to New Orleans.

NBA.com Staff

Tuesday's scores: Dinwiddie's game-winner gives Nets' 4th straight win

An action packed Tuesday saw the Bucks and Lakers win their eighth straight while the shorthanded Raptors edged the 76ers in a rematch of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

NBA.com Staff

Sunday's scores: Spurs snap 8-game losing streak

Giannis and the Bucks win their seventh straight while Carmelo Anthony and the Blazers slip to their fourth straight loss on a 10-game slate on Sunday

NBA.com Staff

Report: Vucevic (ankle) out four weeks

Vucevic suffered a right ankle injury in Orlando's loss to the Raptors. The one-time All-Star is averaging 17.1 points and 11.6 rebounds on the season.

Scott Rafferty

Which players should you add in fantasy basketball?

We're one month into the NBA season and there have been a number of injuries and depth chart changes that have affected projections since your fantasy basketball draft. Take a look at five players to add or watch on the waiver wire in your league!

Kyle Irving

Recap of Thursday's busy 11-game slate

A busy 11-game slate served up plenty of big performances across the NBA, headlined by Giannis Antetokounmpo, Luka Doncic, Bradley Beal and Lou Williams. Catch up on all the results, stats, highlights and top performers from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Raptors stay perfect at home with win over Magic

The Raptors advanced to 10-2 on the season and a perfect 6-0 at home as Fred VanVleet and their second unit led the way to a controlling win over the Magic.

Kyle Irving

Monday's scores: Murray drops 39 pts, Fultz enjoys career night

It was a busy Monday across six games in the NBA, headlined by Jamal Murray's 39 points in three quarters, while Markelle Fultz recorded a career-high for the Magic and the Kings ended the Celtics' win streak at 10 games. We've got you covered with all the scores, highlights, news and stats from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's scores: Malik Monk nails game-winning 3

Kemba Walker leads the Celtics to their 10-straight win, while James Harden and Bradley Beal both score 44 points in their team's wins. Catch up on all the day's scores, highlights and top performers, right here.

NBA.com Staff

Kemba scores 25, Celtics win 9th straight

Plenty of NBA action on Thursday, headlined by James Harden's 47 points in a win over the Clippers and the Celtics winning a league-best 9th straight game.

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Magic use big 4th quarter to beat Embiid-less 76ers

The Orlando Magic outscored the Philadelphia 76ers 32-15 in the fourth quarter to seal a 112-97 win at home.

Benyam Kidane

Monday's scores: Blazers edge Hawks in OT

Nikola Jokic hit another game-winning jumper, the Raptors bring the Lakers' win streak to an end, while the Blazers escape in OT against the Hawks. If you missed any of the action, we have you covered with all the scores, stats and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Game-winners & Career-highs headline best from Saturday's 11 games

As 22 teams took the floor on Saturday, here's a short glimpse into everything noteworthy, historic and record breaking.

Yash Matange

Thursday's action: Stars shine bright

Giannis Antetokounmpo, James Harden and Luka Doncic were among the biggest standouts during a full slate of NBA action Wednesday.

NBA.com Staff

Wednesday's scores: Murray leads Nuggets past Heat

There were only six games on Wednesday's slate but there was no shortage of big performances, headlined by LeBron James, Gordon Hayward and Trae Young.

NBA.com Staff

Road teams win 5 of 8 games on Sunday

In a Conference Finals rematch, the Bucks beat the Raptors and the 76ers remained the only undefeated team in the league in a thriller in Portland.

NBA.com Staff

Giannis, Bucks find groove in rout of Magic

Giannis Antetokounmpo leads balanced Milwaukee Bucks to dominant road win in Orlando.

Kane Pitman

Recap of Thursday's games

It was another busy day in the NBA with 11 games, meaning 22 teams were in action. We have you covered with the best of the best from the day.

NBA.com Staff

Ranking the best centres in the NBA

Is Joel Embiid or Nikola Jokic at No. 1? Did Al Horford crack the top 5? Who just missed out? Our NBA.com Staff ranks the best centres in the NBA entering the 2019-20 season.

Scott Rafferty

Recap of Tuesday's NBA action

Today's 11-game slate saw plenty of impressive performances, headlined by big scoring nights from Joel Embiid and James Harden, while the Warriors and Knicks pick up their first wins of the season.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Sunday's action

Opening week continued with Sunday's 10-game slate, including home openers for the Bucks, Hawks, Knicks, Cavaliers and Bulls.

NBA.com Staff

DeRozan, Young hit clutch last-second shots to win

Trae Young had another massive game which was capped off by a dagger 3-pointer in the final seconds to defeat the Magic. DeMar DeRozan attacked the lane with the game on the line, finishing at the rim to pick up a win over the Wizards.

Kyle Irving

Thursday's recap - Scores, top performers, & highlights

22 teams tipped-off their season on Thursday. If you missed any of the action right, we had you covered here with one-stop shopping for box scores, play-by-play, updates, stats and highlights.

NBA.com Staff

How did stars fare in their debuts?

A busy offseason of superstar movement means a number of highly-anticipated debuts to open the regular season. From Irving's 50 piece to Kristaps Porzingis' impressive showing, we've got you covered with the best of the best debuts.

Gilbert McGregor

League Pass: Notable debuts to watch

Ahead of the first full gameday of NBA action, take a look at a guide for the debuts to check out exclusively on League Pass.

Gilbert McGregor

Fultz focused on giving back after hosting first-ever basketball camp

Markelle Fultz returned to DeMatha Catholic High School in the off-season to inspire the next generation of kids at his basketball camp.

Benyam Kidane

Who will win Most Improved Player this season?

There are a number of strong candidates, from Lonzo Ball and Bam Adebayo to Jonathan Isaac and Zach Collins.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Friday's preseason action

Get the latest scores, highlights and results from Friday's preseason action.

B Kidane and Yas...

Making the case for teams to win the East

The Bucks and 76ers are the heavy favourites to win the Eastern Conference, but do any other teams have a chance? Of course they do. How can each contender in the East make a push to the NBA Finals?

Kyle Irving

Fultz shows promise in preseason debut

In 17 minutes of action, Fultz was a team-best plus-30 in the box score and showed flashes of what he can contribute to the Magic this upcoming season.

Gilbert McGregor

How much can the Magic improve?

The Magic didn't make any significant changes to their roster this offseason, but they still have a number of young players primed to breakout in Aaron Gordon, Jonathan Isaac, Mo Bamba and Markelle Fultz, plus one-time All-Star Nikola Vucevic. Can they build off of last season or are they destined for another first-round exit?

Scott Rafferty

NBA Jam superlatives

For NBA Jam week, we take a look at which of today's duos would be best suited to dominate the classic video game, from LeBron and Anthony Davis to Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr.

K Irving and Gil...

Biggest X-factors in the East

The Eastern Conference is expected to be a three-team race between the Bucks, 76ers and Celtics next season, but there are a number of other talented teams. If these players can step up, they'll take their squad to the next level.

Kyle Irving

Drafting the best all-time Magic team

We held a snake-style draft that included every player and coach who has represented the Magic since the franchise's debut season. Was Shaquille O'Neal the No. 1 pick? Was Tracy McGrady or Penny Hardaway drafted first? Where did Dwight Howard land? Here are the results.

NBA.com Staff

Gordon wants to face LaVine, Zion in dunk contest

Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon hinted that a rematch of the classic 2016 Slam Dunk Contest could be on the cards in Chicago next year.

Benyam Kidane

Magic's Gordon says Fultz is a 'monster'

Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon is confident Markelle Fultz can bounce back and become an impact player for them next season.

Benyam Kidane

Divisional Rankings: Can the Heat dethrone the Magic?

Although it wasn't the prettiest of races, the fight for the Southeast Division went down to the last few games of the season in 2018-19. Will the Magic still run the division, or will Jimmy Butler and the Heat take over?

Kyle Irving

Vegas Summer League Day 3 recap

The NBA Summer League action continued on Day 3 in Las Vegas with plenty of highlights. We've got you covered with a full recap of the day.

Benyam Kidane

Report: Vucevic to re-sign with Magic

The Magic's centre earned All-Star honours after averaging 20.8 points, 12.0 rebounds and 3.8 assists in the 2018-19 season.

Gilbert McGregor

Biggest lessons learned from 1st Round

Are the Warriors in trouble? How does Russell Westbrook bounce back next season? Is Damian Lillard gearing up for a Cinderella run? Which team holds the upper hand in the East? Our Global NBA.com staff breaks down the biggest lessons we learned from a thrilling 1st Round.

NBA.com Staff

Raptors, 76ers, Nuggets, Blazers win Game 5's

We have four Game 5s on tap as the Raptors, 76ers and Trail Blazers all try and close out their respective series at home while the Nuggets and Spurs fight for an edge in their series

NBA.com Staff

Takeaways from Raptors' series-clinching win over Magic

The Raptors have defeated the Magic in Game 5, winning four consecutive games after dropping Game 1 at home. This marks the first time in franchise history that the Raptors have won a seven-game series in less than six games

K Irving and Gil...

Key questions for Wednesday's Game 5s

The Raptors, 76ers and Trail Blazers can close out series wins while the Nuggets or Spurs look to take a 3-2 series lead. In NBA history, the Game 5 winner of a series tied 2-2 has gone on to win the series 90 percent of the time.

Micah Adams

Perkins: 'Kawhi reminds me of Michael Jordan'

He may not be Michael Jordan, but Kawhi Leonard is doing plenty of Michael Jordan-type things for the Raptors, according to former NBA big man Kendrick Perkins.

Benyam Kidane

Another hot start for Playoff Kawhi

No player in NBA history has more postseasons shooting 50% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc than Kawhi Leonard who is doing it yet again. Leonard's hot start is yet another indication that he's among the most consistent elite postseason scorers of all-time.

Micah Adams

Player of the Day: Kawhi Leonard

Kawhi Leonard bounced back from a rough Game 3 with 34 points in Game 4 of Toronto's first-round series with Orlando.

Scott Rafferty

Complete first round schedule

The NBA Playoffs begin Sunday, April 14 with a full slate of four games. Check below for times and dates of the entire first round.

Yash Matange

Takeaways from Game 4 of Raptors-Magic

The Raptors now lead 3-1 in their first-round series with the Magic, with an opportunity to close it out in Toronto on Wednesday.

S Rafferty and G...

Celtics, Warriors, Raptors, Blazers secure Game 4 wins

Four games on tap for today's NBA action. Follow all the scores and highlights live here.

NBA.com Staff

What to watch for in Monday's Game 4's

The Celtics will go for the sweep of the Pacers while the Clippers, Magic and Thunder will all look to even their series at two games apiece

Kyle Irving

Highlights from Day 7 of the NBA playoffs

If you missed any action from the night, check below for quarter-by-quarter updates from Game 3 of Magic vs. Raptors, Pacers vs. Celtics and Thunder vs. Blazers.

NBA.com Staff

Takeaways from a hard-fought Game 3

Pascal Siakam led the way for the Raptors in Game 3 with 30 points and 11 rebounds. The last Raptor to put up those numbers in a playoff game? Chris Bosh in 2008.

S Rafferty and K...

Five key things to watch for in Saturday's Game 3s

Heading into Saturday's games, OKC and the Pacers both have plenty of work to do, while the Toronto Raptors head to Orlando looking to go up 2-1 against the Magic.

Benyam Kidane

Global Debate: Which higher seed should be most concerned?

We've reached Game 3 in each first round series of the 2019 NBA playoffs, and there's already been a fair share of surprises. Who should be sweating the most?

N Global Staff

Siakam on Lowry: 'He had that fire in his eyes'

Kyle Lowry bounced back from his Game 1 performance with 22 points and seven assists in Game 2 to lead the Raptors to their largest playoff victory in franchise history

Kyle Irving

Player of the Day: Kawhi Leonard

Kawhi Leonard has claimed Player of the Day honours after leading the Raptors over the Magic and edging out Jamal Murray, Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum.

James McKern

Takeaways: Raptors earn largest playoff win in franchise history

The Raptors used massive performances from their two All-Stars Kawhi Leonard and Kyle Lowry to come away with a 29-point victory, the largest playoff win in franchise history

K Irving and Gil...

Raptors and Nuggets level series, Blazers go 2-0 up

We have three big Game 2's on deck as the Raptors and Nuggets look to avenge their Game 1 home losses and the Thunder look to get their first win of the series

NBA.com Staff

What to watch for in Wednesday's Game 2's

The Raptors and Nuggets will try and avenge their Game 1 loss at home while the Trail Blazers will look to defend their home court and take a 2-0 lead in the series

K Irving and Sco...

DeRozan, Spurs upset the Nuggets in Denver

Two games down, two games to go on opening day of the 2019 NBA Playoffs. Follow along for live updates from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Player of the Day: Stephen Curry

Stephen Curry edges DJ Augustin, Caris LeVert and the Nets' bench and Jimmy Butler for our first NBA Playoffs 'Player of the Day' honour

Kyle Irving

Five takeaways from Raptors' Game 1 loss

The Orlando Magic came away with the Game 1 upset win on Sunday. Game 2 goes Wednesday in Toronto at 10:30 a.m.

NBA.com Staff

Raptors-Magic series preview

The No. 2 Toronto Raptors will face the No. 7 Orlando Magic in the first round of the 2019 NBA Playoffs. Here is all you need to know ahead of the first round series.

Gilbert McGregor

Breaking down first round NBA Playoff matchups

With the NBA Playoff bracket finalized and the first round matchups set, our NBA.com staff breaks down which storyline we're most looking forward to, which matchup we're most excited to see and which teams could pull off a first round upset

NBA.com Staff

Thursday recap: Top performers & highlights

On the final gameday of the 2018-19 NBA season, 22 teams will be in action and a number of playoff spots will be up for grabs. Follow along throughout the night for final scores and highlights from all 11 games.

NBA.com Staff

East Playoff Picture: Nets & Magic clinch berths

The Heat suffered a devastating loss to the Raptors, the Hornets came up clutch in Detroit and the Nets and Magic clinched a playoff spot – take a look at how the East Playoff Picture begins to take shape

Kyle Irving

Monday recap: Top performers & highlights

All but two teams are in action on a busy day around the NBA. With plenty of high-intensity games with playoff implications, follow along for all the results and highlights

NBA.com Staff

Saturday recap: Top performers & highlights

There's a jam-packed slate this Saturday with 13 games, headlined by a handful of Eastern Conference games barring playoff implications

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's results alter East playoff picture

The Hornets, Magic and Celtics all picked up huge wins on Saturday while the Pistons and Heat dropped close contests

Kyle Irving

How Thursday's results impact East playoff picture

Six games on Thursday's busy schedule had an impact on seven teams present in the East's ever-changing playoff picture. Take a look at how it all breaks down.

Gilbert McGregor

Tuesday recap: Top performers & highlights

There were nine games of NBA action on deck, headlined by Dwyane Wade's final contest in Boston.

NBA.com Staff

Wednesday Recap: Top performers & highlights

With a full 10-game schedule on deck, follow along below for box scores, results and highlights from a full slate of action.

NBA.com Staff

Vucevic stars as Magic jump Heat in East standings

The Orlando Magic registered their longest win streak in eight years, as they rise to the eighth seed in the East with a key win over state rivals - the Miami Heat.

Yash Matange

WATCH: Heat retire Bosh's jersey

Chris Bosh was named an All-Star each season he was with the Miami Heat and won back-to-back championships.

Scott Rafferty

Heat to retire Bosh's No. 1

The Miami Heat will retire Chris Bosh's No. 1 jersey in a special ceremony on Wednesday. Bosh made the All-Star team in each of his six seasons with the Heat.

Gilbert McGregor

Magic boost playoff hopes with big win over 76ers

The Orlando Magic move to within half a game of the eight seed, beating the Philadelphia 76ers 119-98, winning their fifth game in a row.

Benyam Kidane

NBA playoff picture: Lakers eliminated from playoff contention

Lakers' elimination from the 2019 playoffs was among the biggest news from Saturday's slate of games.

Yash Matange

Thursday recap: Top performers & highlights

A full slate of NBA games is headlined by two matchups between top teams in the NBA. The 76ers host the Celtics and the Thunder host the Raptors.

NBA.com Staff

Monday recap: Top performers & highlights

There are eight games to look forward to on Monday, starting with LeBron James making his Madison Square Garden debut as a member of the Lakers. Follow along for updated scores and highlights.

NBA.com Staff

Thursday recap: Top performers & highlights

There are six NBA games to look forward to on Thursday, headlined by the Rockets hosting the Warriors. Follow along for scores and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Monday recap: Top performers & highlights

With nine games on the NBA slate today, we've got plenty of matchups with playoff implications. Follow all the scores and top highlights, right here.

NBA.com Staff

How Miami's win over Charlotte impacts playoff picture

The Heat now have sole control of the East's final playoff spot, but with over a month remaining in the regular season, the shuffling in the Eastern Conference has only just begun.

Gilbert McGregor

Wednesday Recap: Top performers & highlights

With six games on the NBA schedule today, there was no shortage of action, headlined by the Rockets' thrilling win over the Raptors and the Celtics' big win on the road against the Warriors. Catch up on all the day's scores and highlights, right here.

NBA.com Staff

Monday recap: Top highlights & performers

With eight games on the NBA slate, we've got plenty of NBA action with playoff implications. Follow along here for all your live scores and top highlights right here.

NBA.com Staff

How Sunday's results impact playoff picture

The Los Angeles Lakers hurt their odds of making the playoffs in a big way with an ugly loss to the Phoenix Suns.

Scott Rafferty

4 takeaways from Raptors' home loss to Magic

In a trap game of sorts, the Toronto Raptors fell to the Orlando Magic 113-98. They now shift their focus to the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night.

Kyle Irving

Saturday recap: Top performers and highlights

There is nine games of NBA action today headlined by DeMar DeRozan's return to Toronto and a rematch from last year's playoffs between Utah Jazz and Oklahoma City Thunder

NBA.com Staff

Report: Fultz traded to Orlando Magic

Markelle Fultz is heading to Orlando according to reports in exchange for draft picks and Jonathan Simmons.

Carlan Gay

Wednesday Recap: Top performers & highlights

Wednesday's slate features eight games and a number of storylines to follow. Follow along throughout the day for box scores and the best highlights from each game.

NBA.com India Staff

WATCH: 'India Day' celebration in Orlando

As the Orlando Magic hosted the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday, the Indian American Chamber of Commerce along with the Magic franchise celebrated their seventh annual India Day at the Amway Center.

Yash Matange

Wednesday Roundup: Top performers & highlights

With seven games around the Association, there's plenty to keep an eye on Tuesday. Follow along here live for all your scores, highlights and top performers of the night.

NBA.com India Staff

Monday Roundup: Top performers & highlights

Sunday's slate featured nine games, a number of must-see match ups and major storylines. We had you covered with scores, highlights and stats from throughout the way.

NBA.com India Staff

Thursday Roundup: Top stories & highlights

Today's slate of action features 10 games and plenty of must-see action. For the best from throughout the day, follow along below.

NBA.com India Staff

Tuesday roundup: Top stories & highlights

With 11 games around the Association today, catch up on all the scores highlights and top performers from each game.

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Sunday roundup: Top stories & highlights

Sunday's busy slate featured 10 games with a number of marquee matchups. If you missed any of the action, we've got you covered with all the scores, stats and top highlights from the day.

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Saturday roundup: Top stories & highlights

With seven games of NBA action we have you covered with box scores, play-by-plays and all the best highlights from around the Association.

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Thursday Roundup: Top stories & higlights

There is eight games of NBA action on tap for Wednesday's slate and we have you covered with scores and highlights for all of it!

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NBA Monday Roundup: Top stories & highlights

There are plenty of storylines to follow throughout today's seven-game slate. Check below for must-see highlights, scores and updates.

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NBA Sunday Roundup: Top stories & highlights

There are plenty of storylines to follow throughout today's eight-game slate. Check below for must-see highlights, scores and updates.

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Sunday Game Previews: Celtics, Hornets look to pick up key road wins

Two NBA games will be broadcasted in India on Sunday morning. We compile everything you need to know about all the four teams participating in the two games.

Yash Matange

NBA Thursday roundup: Top stories & highlights

With 10 games of NBA action and some of the best teams on display, we had you covered on a one-stop-shop with everything that went on in the Association on Thursday.

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NBA Tuesday Roundup: Top stories & highlights

The Lakers used a second-half comeback against the Mavericks to snap their three-game losing streak while James Harden and Giannis Antetokounmpo starred in their team wins.

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Tobias Harris leads Clippers' comeback win over Magic

The Los Angeles Clippers struggled to get going early, but a dominant display from Tobias Harris lifted them up and over the Magic.

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NBA Saturday Roundup: Top stories & highlights

Follow along here for all the biggest storylines, highlights and performers from Saturday's 10-game slate in the NBA.

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NBA scores and highlights: George scores 37 points as Thunder finish strong against Lakers

Catch up on all the biggest highlights and stories from a day full of NBA action.

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5 takeaways: Magic blow out Raptors

Nikola Vucevic and the Orlando Magic were just too much for the Raptors on Saturday.

Carlan Gay

Thursday's highlights, box scores and play-by-plays

Follow all the night's NBA action, right here!

NBA.com India Staff

Monday's NBA scores and highlights: Grizzlies stun Lakers in LA; Heat win 5th straight

With 11 games of NBA action, look no further than here for the box score, play-by-play and more from each game around the Association.

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Saturday's NBA scores: LeBron, Lakers oust Pelicans; Bucks down Celtics

With 10 games of NBA action, look no further than here for the box score, play-by-play and more from each game around the Association.

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Thursday's LIVE NBA scores: Jazz stun Warriors in Utah, Raptors seal 17-pt comeback win

With 12 games of NBA action, look no further than here for the box score, play-by-play and more from each game around the Association

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Around the League: Sunday's top performers, storylines and highlights

Sunday's action was headlined by LeBron James and Lonzo Ball doing something we haven't seen in almost 40 years

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Around the NBA: Friday's top storylines and highlights

James Harden wrote his name into the record books, as the Spurs' resurgence continued and a legend of the game made his return.

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Muralist commemorates NBA Mexico City Games

In addition to imagery featuring the mascots of participating teams, the mural features a League Pass discount code that supplies fans around the world with a 30 percent discount on any League Pass package.

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Around the League: Tuesday's top storylines, performers and highlights

LeBron defeats Wade to take their head-to-head series, the Warriors win in Draymond Green's return and the Celtics and Pacers continue to roll

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Around the League: Saturday's top storylines, performers and highlights

Jimmy Butler and DeMar DeRozan lifted the 76ers and Spurs to big comeback wins, while the Warriors turned on the defence against the Bucks.

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Around the League: Thursday's top storylines, highlights and performers

The Oklahoma City Thunder looked done, then Paul George turned it on in the fourth and Steph Curry showed just how damaging he can be.

James McKern

Around the League: Wednesday's top storylines, highlights and performers

The Kings were on fire early against the Suns, Luke Doncic closes out the Blazers, while the Jazz hit a franchise record 20 three-pointers.

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Around the NBA: JJJ stars, Houston are back, Boston rally

A hero was needed and a rookie delivered for the Grizzlies, while the Celtics and Rockets showed they're just fine.

James McKern

Dame Lillard drains franchise record 10 3's in close win

Snapping the Blazers out of their 3-game losing streak, Damian Lillard, with 41 points, led the team to a nail-biting 3-point win over the Orlando Magic at home.

Yash Matange

Around the NBA: Thursday's top performers, storylines and highlights

The Philadelphia 76ers showed just how scary they can, while in the West a star rookie shone bright and the Wolves blew an opponent away.

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Around the League: Tuesday's top highlights, storylines and performers

The Rockets dropped their 3rd straight game despite 54 and 13 from James Harden, the Pacers beat the Jazz in Utah by 33 while KD and Klay gave Warriors' their straight win.

Yash Matange

Around the League: Monday's top performers, storylines and highlights

The Lakers lose at home to the Magic, while Jimmy Butler buried another game-winner and Clippers move top of the Western Conference.

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Around the League: Saturday's top highlights, storylines, performers

With 14 games on today, catch up on all the action around the NBA.

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Around the League: Catch all the top storylines and highlights

The Wizards rally back to beat the Clippers, Danny Green beat the Magic on the buzzer and Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum combine for 60 points at MSG.

Benyam Kidane

WATCH: Dandiya and Bhangra halftime show in Orlando

A mix of Bhangra and Dandiya featuring Bollywood Magic dancers was the halftime show at an Orlando Magic home game over the past weekend.

Yash Matange

NBA Players of the Week: Anthony Davis of the New Orleans Pelicans and Nikola Vucevic of the Orlando Magic

This is Davis' fifth time receiving Player of the Week while Vucevic is the first Magic player to win the honour in over 4.5 years.

Micah Adams

Around the NBA: Monday's top highlights and storylines

LeBron looked right at home in Miami, the Warriors struggles continued and the Grizzlies just keep on winning

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NBA news and highlights: Kemba scores 60 points, Mavs shock Warriors, Lakers lose to Magic

Kemba Walker piled on the points with a franchise-record 60 points in a loss to Philly, while the Lakers and Warriors both came up short on the road.

Benyam Kidane

NBA news and highlights: Lakers stay hot, Magic play spoiler and Mavs dominate

The Lakers earned their fourth-straight win while the Mavericks earned a 50-point win over the Jazz.

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Three takeaways from Jimmy Butler's debut with the 76ers

Jimmy Butler's debut for the Philadelphia 76ers ended in a loss to the Orlando Magic, but there was a lot of positives to take away.

Benyam Kidane

How Butler fits with Simmons and Embiid

Jimmy Butler is one of the NBA's best two-way players, but there are some concerns about his fit with Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid.

Scott Rafferty

Around the League: Tuesday's top storylines and performers

Joel Embiid was a force against the Heat, while Anthony Davis and the Pelicans take care of the high-flying Raptors.

Benyam Kidane

Around the League: Monday's top highlights, performers and storylines

Harden goes for 40, the Bucks get another impressive road win and the Lakers win their third straight

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Saturday's top highlights, performers and storylines

Gordon Hayward made his return to Utah, Nikola Jokic put together a monster double-double and Joel Embiid had another masterpiece.

Scott Rafferty

Inside the incredible day of great dunks

Thursday turned into an absolute dunk-fest in the NBA, with everyone from Ben Simmons to Aaron Gordon getting involved.

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Around the League: Thursday's top highlights and performers

Hassan Whiteside put on a show in Miami, the Utah Jazz win their first home game, while the Lakers hang on to beat the Timberwolves in a thriller.

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Around the League: Tuesday's top highlights and performers

Catch up on all the day's NBA action, right here!

NBA.com India Staff

Around the league on Monday: Giannis drops triple-double, Lakers' struggles continue

Giannis' big triple-double, plus the Raptors' visit to Los Angeles to play the Lakers headlines Monday's NBA action.

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Around the League: Saturday's top highlights, performers and storylines

Carmelo Anthony ignited the Rockets with a throwback performance, while in Washington the Wizards' woes have deepened.

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The NBA's best Halloween costumes

Victor Oladipo dressed up as the Black Panther, LeBron James showed up as Jason and much more.

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Around the League: Wednesday's top highlights, performers and storylines

Kyrie Irving put in his best performance of the season, OKC found a new gear against the Clippers, while the Rockets' offensive headaches continue. Catch up on all the day's NBA action, right here!

NBA.com India Staff

Around the League: Sunday's top highlights, performers and storylines

The Bucks remain undefeated while the Pelicans and Pistons took their first loss and the Lakers fell short against the Spurs again

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Around the League: Friday's top highlights, performers and storylines

From Damian Lillard scoring 41 points to the Celtics pulling off an impressive comeback on the road, it was another fun day in the NBA.

NBA.com India Staff

Around the league: Tuesday's top highlights, performers and storylines

Tuesday's slate had nine games highlighted by two overtime thrillers in Portland and Los Angeles.

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Around the league: Saturday's top highlights, performers and storylines

Saturday's action included a nine game slate featuring some of the league's top teams and talent

NBA.com India Staff

Around the NBA: recapping Thursday's games

With 11 more games on Thursday, here's a look at the biggest storylines emerging from the season openers.

NBA.com India Staff

30 teams in 30 days: Orlando Magic

Will Aaron Gordon and Mo Bamba break out as the future of the Magic franchise?

Kyle Irving

Southeast Division: The biggest move each team made this offseason

From Atlanta's mid-summer dealings to Washington's acquisition of Austin Rivers.

Gilbert McGregor

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