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Fans react to Atlanta Hawks landing No. 1 pick in 2024 NBA Draft

After the Atlanta Hawks earned the No. 1 pick in the upcoming NBA Draft, fans reacted and predicted what the team will do going forward.

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Can former All-Star Gilbert Arenas guess the secret NBA player?

Retired All-Star Gilbert Arenas and basketball influencer Jesser try to guess the secret NBA player among a group of disguised individuals.

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Will JJ Redick’s podcast with LeBron James lead to Lakers coaching gig?

Retired NBA guard JJ Redick could be the next coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, partially due to his growing relationship with star LeBron James.

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NBA trade rumors: Top 3 destinations for Pelicans’ Brandon Ingram

The Pelicans aren't expected to offer Brandon Ingram an extension this offseason and rival executives believe he'll be traded. Which teams make sense as a landing spot?

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LeBron James seems to be enjoying Kendrick Lamar’s Drake disses

The beef between Kendrick Lamar and Drake has roped in the attention of Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, who appears to be enjoying the disses of his close friend.

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LeBron James, Bronny James teaming up on Lakers is a real possibility

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly open to drafting Bronny James, giving LeBron James the father-son team-up he's talked about for years.

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Dejounte Murray seems to blame Suns’ Big 3 for playoff exit, coach firing

Atlanta Hawks guard Dejounte Murray spoke out about the NBA's recent head-coach firings, criticizing the lack of blame on the players.

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Minnesota Timberwolves dominate end-of-season awards with 4 winners

The Minnesota Timberwolves dominated the NBA's end-of-season awards, with Rudy Gobert, Naz Reid, Mike Conley, and Karl-Anthony Towns taking home hardware.

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Gilbert Arenas discredits Nikola Jokić's MVP for reliance on Jamal Murray

Retired NBA star Gilbert Arenas firmly believes that Nikola Jokić's reliance on teammate Jamal Murray in clutch situations should have impacted the MVP race.

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Nikola Jokić marks sixth consecutive international NBA MVP

The last six NBA MVP awards have gone to international players, which is a testament to the league's globalization efforts.

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Thunder’s Jalen Williams praised by fans for his outlook on the NBA

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams is beloved by many for his on-court contributions, but he also won over fans with his positive view on playing in the NBA.

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Pacers' Rick Carlisle, Tyrese Haliburton disagree on Game 2 calls

Pacers coach Rick Carlisle placed meaningful blame on the officiating for Wednesday's loss, while Tyrese Haliburton chalked it up to the Knicks outplaying them.

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Kendrick Perkins bashed for calling Knicks' OG Anunoby a "role player"

ESPN NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins is getting ridiculed for his bold take on the New York Knicks-Indiana Pacers series.

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Josh Hart makes sure Reggie Miller knows Knicks fan chanting ‘f**k you’

New York Knicks forward Josh Hart comically reiterated the message that fans were chanting at Hall of Famer Reggie Miller.

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Heat, Knicks fans bicker over injuries of Jimmy Butler, Jalen Brunson

Miami Heat and New York Knicks fans are involved in never-ending debates and bickering, the latest of which is due to the proclaimed "softness" of Jalen Brunson.

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LeBron James on Michael Porter Jr.: 'That motherf***er don't miss' vs Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James directed high praise toward Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. following their first-round gentleman's sweep.

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Are Tyrese Haliburton’s scoring woes a concern for Pacers long term?

The Indiana Pacers may have a real problem on their hands with the scoring drop-off of Tyrese Haliburton in the NBA playoffs.

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Jamal Murray’s avoided suspension sets tone for rest of NBA playoffs

Nuggets guard Jamal Murray avoided a suspension from the NBA for his Game 2 action, raising questions about the league's decision-making.

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Is this Donovan Mitchell's final NBA playoff run in Cleveland?

The Cleveland Cavaliers may be forced to part ways with star Donovan Mitchell this summer.

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Derrick White is Boston Celtics’ X-factor with Kristaps Porzingis out

The Boston Celtics seemed unfazed after former All-Star Kristaps Porzingis went down with an injury, mostly due to the offensive emergence of Derrick White.

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Is the NBA's super-team era coming to an end?

Led by Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, and Bradley Beal, the Suns swept in the first round by the Wolves. Is the NBA's super-team era coming to an end?

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Hawks offseason primer: Will Atlanta trade Trae Young, Dejounte Murray?

The Atlanta Hawks have a tough decision to make this offseason. Should they trade away Trae Young and/or Dejounte Murray?

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Denver Nuggets' Jamal Murray could miss Game 5 against Lakers

Denver Nuggets star Jamal Murray's status is in question for Game 5 against the Los Angeles Lakers due to a calf injury, creating an opportunity for LA to steal a second consecutive game.

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AI predicts remainder of 2024 NBA playoffs, picks surprising champion

Artificial intelligence is becoming more advanced by the day. Can AI correctly predict each 2024 NBA playoff series and the eventual champion?

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Celtics' Jayson Tatum trails only LeBron, Kobe in elite playoff stat

Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum's list of accolades continues to expand as he trails only LeBron James and Kobe Bryant in an impressive NBA postseason stat.

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NBA's Clutch Player of the Year award in need of a change?

The NBA recently awarded the second Clutch Player of the Year award to superstar Stephen Curry, but should the honor become playoff-based instead?

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NBA trade rumor: Pelicans a potential suitor for Devin Booker?

The New Orleans Pelicans are a potential destination for Phoenix Suns superstar Devin Booker, according to sports personality Bill Simmons.

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2024 NBA Draft: 3 landing spots for Purdue's Zach Edey

Which team makes the most sense as a landing spot for Purdue center Zach Edey in the 2024 NBA Draft? Here are three that come to mind.

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NBA, police investigating Nikola Jokic's brother after Game 2 punch

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic has a distraction on the horizon as his brother is being investigated for throwing a punch at Game 2 against the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Retired champion Ian Mahinmi discusses transition from NBA to BAL

Retired NBA center Ian Mahinmi is a Basketball African League (BAL) investor and ambassador. He opens up about BAL, his playing days, playoff battles against LeBron James and more.

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Nuggets' Michael Porter Jr. addresses brothers' recent struggles

Michael Porter Jr. has a lot on his mind with his brother Jontay's NBA ban and brother Coban's sentencing for a drunk-driving accident.

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Nuggets' Nikola Jokić arrives as Gru for NBA playoffs

Nikola Jokic arrived to Game 1 of the Lakers-Nuggets series dressed as Gru from the "Despicable Me" franchise after appearing in an ad for "Despicable Me 4."

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Were the Boston Celtics gifted an easy path to the NBA Finals?

Injuries to East stars such as Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jimmy Butler may pave the way for the Boston Celtics to cruise to the NBA Finals for the second time in three years.

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Every NBA All-Star in Boston Celtics' history by decade

A deep dive into the strong-rooted history of the Boston Celtics and their All-Stars.

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NBA App rolls out personalized year-in-review for fans

On Friday morning, the NBA App will release a year-in-review feature that gives certain users an in-depth look at their most-watched teams, players and more.

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Lakers-Nuggets: 3 storylines to watch in first round

Can the Los Angeles Lakers upset the Denver Nuggets in the 2024 NBA playoffs? Here are three storylines to watch during the first-round series.

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Caitlin Clark handles unprofessional remark perfectly

A face of women's basketball, Caitlin Clark, handled herself in a professional manner in the midst of an uncomfortable remark from a reporter.

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Conference Finals rematch: Lakers, Nuggets set to clash in first round

With a win on Tuesday, the Los Angeles Lakers punched their ticket to face the No. 2 seed Denver Nuggets in the first round of the NBA playoffs.

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5 NBA players who generated the most social-media views this season

LeBron James, Stephen Curry and Victor Wembanyama led the league in social-media views for the 2023-24 NBA regular season.

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Top 5 most-viewed plays of the 2023-24 NBA season

Look back at the most-viewed plays from the 2023-24 NBA regular season, including highlights from Luka Doncic, Victor Wembanyama and Stephen Curry.

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NBA sets several regular-season attendance records

An exciting year for NBA fans greatly benefited the league, setting numerous all-time records in attendance, sellouts and more.

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Boston Celtics' depth on display through Payton Pritchard

The Boston Celtics are one of the deepest teams in the NBA, with guard Payton Pritchard emerging as another key contributor.

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Denver Nuggets clinch West's No. 2 seed in 2024 NBA playoffs

The No. 2 seed Denver Nuggets will face either the Los Angeles Lakers or New Orleans Pelicans in the first round of the 2024 NBA playoffs.

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Michael Porter Jr. is Denver Nuggets' X-factor entering NBA playoffs

Michael Porter Jr.'s hyper-aggressive style of play makes him a bit of a wildcard for the Denver Nuggets entering the 2024 NBA playoffs.

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Who will the Boston Celtics face in Round 1 of the NBA playoffs?

The Boston Celtics locked down the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference. Who are their potential first-round opponents?

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Wembanyama, Spurs stun Jokic, Nuggets in upset win

Friday night did not go as planned for Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets, who were stunned by Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs.

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76ers' Tyrese Maxey deserves NBA's Most Improved Player award

Anthony Pasciolla breaks down why Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey is the comfortable favorite to win the NBA's Most Improved Player award this season.

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Charles Barkley: Philadelphia 76ers would upset Milwaukee Bucks

Hall-of-Famer and NBA analyst Charles Barkley believes the Philadelphia 76ers would upset the Milwaukee Bucks in a potential playoff matchup.

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Do Joel Embiid, 76ers pose biggest threat to Celtics?

Shannon Sharpe believes the Boston Celtics should be concerned about Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers.

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