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Hornets' decision to draft Brandon Miller is looking better by the day

Charlotte enters the final stretch of the 2023-24 season with a new energy thanks to moves made at the trade deadline. The franchise's biggest reason to be optimistic, however, dates back to last year's NBA Draft.

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Expert medical analysis on LeBron James' ankle injury and recovery

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NBA player explains why Caitlin Clark reminds him of Luka Doncic

As Iowa Hawkeyes superstar Caitlin Clark takes college basketball by storm, the rest of the basketball world continues to notice.

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Full rosters for 2024 NBA All-Star Game

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Mac McClung captures second consecutive Slam Dunk Contest title

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Damian Lillard captures second consecutive 3-Point Contest crown

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Vince Carter overcome with emotion following Hall of Fame announcement

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Paige Bueckers announces plans for 2024-25 season

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Micah Parsons scores 37 points in NBA All-Star Celebrity Game win

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Bennedict Mathurin loses $25K Rising Stars bet to Paolo Banchero

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Full rosters for the 2024 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game

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Revisiting C.J. Stroud's basketball career

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Revisiting the basketball career of ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith

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Isaiah Stewart 'sucker punched' Drew Eubanks before Pistons-Suns game

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LeBron James' agent pours cold water over Warriors rumors

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Steph Curry breaks internet with full-court shot in warmups

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Everything you need to know about All-Star 2024

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Tracking transactions from the 2024 WNBA free agency

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Incorrect foul call on Jalen Brunson mires Knicks-Rockets in controversy

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Why NBA teams think LeBron James could take a pay cut in free agency

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Why the Lakers didn't make a trade at the 2024 deadline

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Tracking rumored participants for the 2024 Slam Dunk Contest

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Full details of Mavericks' move to acquire PJ Washington from Hornets

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Lakers unveil statue honoring Kobe Bryant

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Kyrie Irving blames his Nets shortcomings on NYC Mayor Eric Adams

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The latest updates on Kyrie Irving's status vs. Nets

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Full details of trade sending former Finals MVP Kahleah Copper to Phoenix

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Expert medical analysis on Joel Embiid's injury and road to recovery

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Klay Thompson admits difficulty of late-game benchings

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Charles Barkley voices support for NBA team to sign Tony Snell

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What LeBron James' history of cryptic tweets means for the Lakers

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Hawks fans heckle D'Angelo Russell with 'we don't want you' chant

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Revisiting why the Trail Blazers traded Damian Lillard

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Grading early returns from Pascal Siakam's tenure with Pacers

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Trae Young cleared to return from NBA's concussion protocol

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The latest on Kristaps Porzingis' ankle injury

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LeBron James sets all-time record for NBA All-Star selections

LeBron James is now the sole owner of yet another all-time NBA record.

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Why the Bucks decided to hire Doc Rivers as Adrian Griffin's replacement

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Latest rumors suggest Bucks will hire Doc Rivers as next head coach

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Doc Rivers, Kenny Atkinson and other candidates to take Bucks coaching job

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Buyout and trade options for Kyle Lowry after Hornets-Heat swap

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Complete details of deal sending Terry Rozier to Miami

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Where Joel Embiid ranks on list of top scoring seasons in NBA history

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When will LeBron James reach 40,000 career points?

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How much time will Tyrese Haliburton miss with hamstring injury?

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Complete NBA All-Star starter and reserve picks

Here are Gil McGregor's predictions for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game, complete with starters and reserves for each conference as well as a few shouts to the tough calls that just miss the cut.

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When you can expect Pascal Siakam to make his Pacers debut

Here is when you can expect Pascal Siakam to make his debut in a Pacers uniform.

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Takeaways from third and final NBA All-Star fan vote returns

We're one step closer to learning who will start in the 2024 NBA All-Star Game.

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LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo lead third All-Star fan vote results

As we move one week closer to All-Star festivities, take stock of the latest voting results from each position group in each conference.

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Why Wednesday's Warriors-Jazz game has been postponed

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Tracking the latest trade rumors involving Pascal Siakam

Here is the latest on Pascal Siakam, his future and the teams he has been linked to.

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Shaquille O'Neal explains why he'd take SGA over Luka Doncic

The Big Aristotle waxed poetic about OKC's franchise player, making an eye-opening claim in the process.

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The Thunder are proving that history does repeat itself

In less than five years, the Thunder franchise has found a way to shock the basketball world at all stops.

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Are Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic playing tonight?

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Charles Barkley rips Bulls fans for boos during Ring of Honor ceremony

An ugly moment at Chicago's United Center has gotten a rise out of Charles Barkley.

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Why the Hawks and Grizzlies always host games on MLK Day

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Explaining Draymond Green's reinstatement from indefinite suspension

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Which players are eligible to be traded on Jan. 15?

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Why Lakers head coach Darvin Ham is on the hot seat

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Where OKC's historic rout ranks among biggest blowouts in NBA history

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Grading early returns from RJ Barrett as a Raptor

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The story behind Travis Kelce wearing No. 87

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Takeaways from the second NBA All-Star fan vote returns

Here's everything you need to know about All-Star Game voting and the second returns.

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Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson react to boos from Warriors' home crowd

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Is Draymond Green playing against the Pelicans tonight?

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Kawhi Leonard inks contract extension to stay with Clippers long term

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Erik Spoelstra rises among list of highest-paid coaches with historic deal

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Why ABC is airing NBA games on Wednesdays throughout January

Why is ABC airing NBA games on Wednesdays throughout January? The entertainment world had a hand in the scheduling choice.

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Jared McCain out for the season with knee injury

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Biggest questions facing Pacers following Tyrese Haliburton's injury

At the earliest, Tyrese Haliburton will return two weeks before the trade deadline and three weeks before the NBA pauses for All-Star Weekend. With this in mind, a few questions arise from his injury.

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Draymond Green reveals he considered retirement while serving suspension

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Why the Commanders are hiring former NBA GM Bob Myers in advisory role

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How much time will Eagles QB Jalen Hurts miss with concussion?

Here is the latest on how much time Jalen Hurts is expected to miss while recovering from a concussion.

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LeBron James gives blunt assessment of Lakers' current struggles

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Jonathan Kuminga reportedly at odds with Steve Kerr after benching

As the Warriors look to find their way, it appears that former lottery pick Jonathan Kuminga may be ready to move on.

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Ja Morant's return has Grizzlies thinking playoffs. Here's why they can make a run

Let's take stock of the Grizzlies' standing in the Western Conference playoffs and whether or not they can make a postseason run with over half of a season remaining.

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Antetokounmpo, Wembanyama turn in instant classic in first head-to-head

If the first meeting was any indicator, the sky is the limit for each future head-to-head between these one-of-a-kind talents.

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Why LeBron James can't take over as Lakers' player-coach

LeBron James is one of the smartest players to ever grace the NBA but you shouldn't expect him to fill in at a coaching capacity for this Lakers team.

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Meet the young players that have shaken up the Warriors' rotation

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How long the Clippers are expected to be without Kawhi Leonard

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How mix up of Thunder's Jalen and Jaylin Williams led to lengthy delay

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Why Knicks fans are calling Jalen Brunson '1A'

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Victor Wembanyama adds to highlight reel with one-legged 30 footer

Is there anything that Victor Wembanyama can't do?

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Caitlin Clark caps another insane stat line with game-winning 3 at buzzer

As her senior season continues, Iowa's superstar has added yet another impressive performance to her resume.

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When does Inside the NBA come back?

When will "Inside the NBA" come back on TV? Here is what you need to know about the next airing of the classic postgame program.

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LeBron James, Lakers irate after review doesn't overturn potential tying shot

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How the Pistons avoided NBA infamy with win over Raptors

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Full details of deal sending O.G. Anunoby to New York and RJ Barrett to Toronto

Here is everything we know about the trade that sends O.G. Anunoby to New York and brings RJ Barrett home.

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LeBron James is 'making everyone else's 39 look all bad'

Born on Dec. 30, 1984, LeBron James is now one step closer to dominating the league at age 40. First, he'll look to continue doing so at age 39.

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Power Rankings: New Year's resolutions for all 30 teams

The Sporting News takes stock of all 30 NBA teams as the calendar turns from 2023 to 2024.

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How soon will Jimmy Butler return from calf injury?

Here is what we know about Jimmy Butler's injury and what it means for Miami moving forward.

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Aaron Gordon to remain away from Nuggets after dog bite injury

The Nuggets will be without Aaron Gordon for the near future after an unfortunate incident at home.

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Explaining Ja Morant's celebration against the Pelicans

While some have construed Morant's celebration of choice as controversial, it was an homage to the locale in which he was playing, given its ties to New Orleans and Louisiana.

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How Wingstop became synonymous with Pistons' historic losing streak

While the Pistons are rewriting the wrong kind of history, their fans are losing in more ways than one.

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Brock Purdy exits 'MNF' with injury after 4-INT performance

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How bettor won $489,000 on $5 NFL touchdown parlay bet

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Why Lakers have instituted changes in their starting lineup

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Why NBA no longer has custom uniforms on Christmas Day

Why don't NBA teams wear Christmas Day jerseys anymore? A significant switch resulted in a new tradition.

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Why Joel Embiid isn't suiting up for the 76ers on Christmas Day

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Shohei Ohtani gifts Joe Kelly's wife brand-new car after viral recruiting pitch

The No. 17 is now a gift that keeps on giving within the Dodgers organization.

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The latest news on Kyrie Irving's injury from scary fall

Here is the latest on Irving's injury and what it means for Dallas moving forward.

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A look back at Giannis Antetokounmpo's best moments at MSG

Ahead of his second Christmas Day game at MSG, look back at Giannis Antetokounmpo's best performances at the world's most famous arena.

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Complete guide to NBA Christmas 2023

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Grading Ja Morant's legendary season debut vs. Pelicans

As the dust settles from Ja Morant's return to action, let's go beyond the box score to assess his performance.

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Shaquille O'Neal sounds off on terms of Draymond Green's suspension

During TNT's NBA Pregame, Shaquille O'Neal sounded off on the suspension and had plenty to say about Draymond Green beginning counseling as a result.

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Why Ja Morant served a 25-game suspension

Here is why Ja Morant was suspended for the first 25 games of the 2023-24 season.

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Why Miles Bridges can't play vs. Raptors in Canada

Here is why Miles Bridges is unable to travel to Canada and is expected to be unavailable for Monday night's game against the Raptors.

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How Stephen Curry lost his NBA-record 3-point streak

Here's how Stephen Curry's streak ended and where it stands in comparison to the others.

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Is LeBron James playing vs. Spurs tonight?

On Wednesday, LeBron James missed his first-ever opportunity to go against Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama. Will he play on Friday?

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Explaining the unexpected beef between LeBron James and Jeremy Sochan

Here's how in-game trash talk has led to a beef that's largely consisted of internet trolling between Jeremy Sochan and fans of LeBron James.

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Why Andrew Wiggins is coming off the bench for Warriors

Here is what Golden State's lead man had to say about the decision to bench Andrew Wiggins and what it may mean for the team moving forward.

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The Pascal Siakam trade that could fix Warriors and Raptors

Evaluating a potential trade that could bring back youth and assets for the Raptors, while helping the Warriors win now.

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Zach LaVine reportedly would like trade to Lakers. Should LA pursue?

With Zach LaVine reportedly looking to join his Klutch Sports teammates in Los Angeles, would it be in the Lakers' best interest to pursue Chicago's prolific guard?

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Full list of players who become trade-eligible on Dec. 15

On Dec. 15, over 80 players who signed contracts in the 2023 offseason become eligible to be traded.

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Jusuf Nurkic says Draymond Green 'needs help' after ejection

"What's going on with him, I don't know," Jusuf Nurkic said of Green. "Personally, I feel like that brother needs help."

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Zion Williamson responds to criticism from Shaq and Charles Barkley

Following the Pelicans' blowout loss to the Lakers in the Semifinals of the NBA In-Season Tournament, there was no shortage of criticism toward the New Orleans franchise. Zion Williamson received the brunt of it.

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Does LeBron James get legacy boost from his In-Season Tournament MVP?

Has James, a four-time MVP, four-time champion and four-time Finals MVP, actually added to his legacy by winning the NBA's In-Season Tournament? He may not have added to it, but he certainly didn't hurt himself.

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WNBA Mock Draft 2024: Which team will land Caitlin Clark?

While the 2024 WNBA Draft isn't until mid-April, December's WNBA Draft Lottery is the perfect time to check in on the top prospects in women's college basketball.

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Timeline of Bronny James' recovery to return to basketball

As he prepares to begin his college career, The Sporting News looks back at a timeline of Bronny James' incredible recovery.

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Explaining the congenital heart defect that caused Bronny James' cardiac arrest

Here is everything to know about the cause of Bronny James' cardiac event.

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Anthony Davis dominates as Lakers win first-ever NBA Cup

The Sporting News tracked score updates and highlights from the first-ever NBA In-Season Tournament championship below.

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Why Anthony Davis' In-Season Tournament championship stats won't count

What happens to the stats from the In-Season Tournament Championship? Here's what will come of Anthony Davis' historic performance.

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The numbers behind LeBron James' In-Season Tournament run

LeBron James, who continuously defies logic in his 21st season, has somehow shifted into another gear during In-Season Tournament games.

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What you need to know about the allegations surrounding Josh Giddey

Here's what you need to know about the allegations surrounding Giddey and the latest on the NBA's investigation.

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Everything to know about the In-Season Tournament's host arena in Vegas

Here's what you need to know about T-Mobile Arena, which will host three of the biggest NBA games this season.

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Tyrese Haliburton shines, Pacers punch ticket to In-Season Tournament Final

The Sporting News tracked updates and highlights from Thursday's In-Season Tournament semifinal between Milwaukee and Indiana.

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LeBron, Lakers cruise to In-Season Tournament championship

The Sporting News is tracking updates from throughout the In-Season Tournament Semifinals game between the Lakers and Pelicans.

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Full schedule for the NBA In-Season Tournament

This week, a champion will be crowned for the NBA's first-ever In-Season Tournament.

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Complete bracket for the NBA In-Season Tournament

Here's everything you need to know about the 2023 NBA In-Season Tournament, including a full bracket and TV and streaming information for each remaining game.

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Tyrese Haliburton uses 'Dame Time' celebration as Pacers eliminate Bucks

If you check your clocks, you might notice that clutch time is now Tyrese Time.

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Why the Pelicans star trio can be the scariest in the NBA

Nearly two years have passed since CJ McCollum was traded to New Orleans. In that span, he's shared the floor with both Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson in just 16 of a possible 132 regular-season games.

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How soon will Kristaps Porzingis return from calf injury?

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Full schedule for teams eliminated from NBA In-Season Tournament

For the 22 teams that failed to advance to the Knockout Rounds, the NBA has scheduled two additional games — one home and one away — to bring their regular-season total to 82.

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Kings confirm death of fan in attendance at In-Season Tournament game

The Sacramento Kings have confirmed reports that a fan died while in attendance at the team's loss to the Pelicans in the Quarterfinals of the NBA In-Season Tournament on Monday.

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NBA In-Season Tournament predictions from Sporting News experts

Before the Quarterfinals tip-off, The Sporting News' NBA experts share their In-Season Tournament predictions.

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The top storylines to watch in the In-Season Tournament Knockout Round

There are quite a few storylines that come to mind during the Quarterfinals and beyond. Some are to be taken seriously, others not so much, but they're all worth keeping an eye on.

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Explaining all you need to know about how the In-Season Tournament works

Now that the Knockout Round is officially upon us, here's how the NBA's In-Season Tournament works.

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Could LeBron James miss a Lakers game to watch Bronny's college debut?

Could LeBron James miss a Lakers game to watch Bronny's USC debut? The two teams' upcoming schedules have a fair bit of overlap in the coming month, making the prospect a real possibility.

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Kevin Durant lauds Scottie Barnes' star potential

For the third straight year, Kevin Durant has been impressed by Scottie Barnes' performance. It's safe to say Toronto's rising star has a fan in the future Hall of Famer.

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Angel Reese set to return after missing last four games

Just eight games into the season, the title defense of Angel Reese and the LSU Lady Tigers is off to a rocky start.

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How Kevin Durant, Drake became friends and business partners

Instead of just having his name mentioned in lyrics, Kevin Durant's name can be found in Drake's album credits. Here's how the friendship between two global superstars came to be.

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How did the final games of Group Play impact the standings?

Following the final day of the NBA's In-Season Tournament Group Play, here's a look at the teams that have clinched their spot in the next round.

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How NBA determines In-Season Tournament wild card teams

Here is what you need to know about the NBA's In-Season Tournament wild card teams.

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Why Russell Westbrook confronted a fan after loss to Nuggets

As time wound down in the Clippers' confounding home loss to the Nuggets, frustrations reached a boiling point.

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Arch Manning shows impressive flashes in college debut

Friday's game was a routine blowout win for the Longhorns until the 2:03 mark in the third quarter. That's when Arch Manning subbed in for his first taste of college action.

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How much time will Rui Hachimura miss with nasal fracture?

How long is Rui Hachimura out and what does this mean for the Lakers? Here is what we know about his injury and potential return to action.

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Friday's In-Season Tournament games set up busy final day

The NBA's inaugural In-Season Tournament is in full swing. As Group Play winds down, the picture for the Knockout Rounds is beginning to take shape.

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Why are there no NBA games on Thanksgiving?

For the second time in three weeks, there will be a day devoid of NBA games.

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Rui Hachimura's growth earns high praise from NBA champion Derek Fisher

In his first full season with the Lakers, Rui Hachimura's growth has been on full display. The five-time champion has certainly taken notice.

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What Chet Holmgren meant by viral compliment of Kevin Durant

Here's The Sporting News' attempt to decode what exactly "54 from treball is odee shooting hang pulls" means.

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By the numbers: Pacers, Hawks engage in historic high-scoring affair

While the books are aware of the Pacers' penchant for high-scoring affairs, not even Vegas could come close to predicting what transpired in Atlanta on Tuesday night.

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LeBron James becomes first player to reach 39,000 career points

Just nine months after becoming the NBA's all-time leading scorer, James crossed another milestone off the list as the first-ever NBA player to score 39,000 career points.

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Explaining Miles Bridges' 2023 suspension

Miles Bridges suits up for Charlotte after missing the first 10 games of the 2023-24 season. Here is why he was suspended and why he is returning to play on Nov. 17.

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Did the NBA make LaMelo Ball cover his neck tattoo?

Here is what NBA rules — and history — suggest as the reasoning for LaMelo Ball's tattoo cover-up.

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Inside the stats for Clippers' winless start with James Harden

As LA looks to right the ship and live up to its aspirations to contend in the Western Conference, here's a look at how things have gone since the team added James Harden to its roster.

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Draymond Green suspended for role in Rudy Gobert altercation

Just one month into the 2023-24 NBA season, Warriors forward Draymond Green is at the center of another on-court controversy.

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Draymond Green, Klay Thompson ejected after Wolves-Warriors fight

It didn't take long for things to escalate in the In-Season Tournament game between the Warriors and Timberwolves.

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Who are the top four teams in the third CFP rankings of 2023?

Here's how things stand with two weeks to go in college football's regular season.

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Updates on Devin Booker's latest injury setback

How serious is Devin Booker's latest injury setback and how long will he be out of the lineup?

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Explaining Lakers' decision to move Austin Reaves to the bench

After a deep run in the 2023 postseason, the Lakers entered the 2023-24 season with high expectations. Less than a month into the year, a slow start has Los Angeles in search of answers to right the ship.

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Anthony Edwards-Draymond Green trash talk fuels rivalry between Wolves, Warriors

From the moment the two exchanged words, Anthony Edwards let his actions do the talking, adding fuel to a growing rivalry.

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What to know about Deutsche Bank Park, host of the NFL Germany games

Here's what you need to know about Deutsche Bank Park, which will host NFL football for two straight weeks.

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Why the Mavericks aren't using their In-Season Tournament court tonight

Why aren't the Mavericks using their designated court for the In-Season Tournament? Here is more on what led to the decision.

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Caitlin Clark's historic stats only tell part of the story of her greatness

Caitlin Clark finished with 44 points, eight rebounds and six assists in an early-season top-10 win. As crazy as it may sound, the stats weren't the most important part of her showing.

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Why Yuta Watanabe is a favorite of Kevin Durant

Who is Yuta Watanabe? Learn more about the sixth-year forward who will be looked upon to play a key role for Phoenix this season.

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Caitlin Clark drops 44 points as Iowa earns top-10 win over Virginia Tech

The Sporting News tracked live updates from the top-10 showdown between Iowa and Virginia Tech.

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NBA analysts, announcers continue to mispronounce Wembanyama

Less than a month into his first NBA season, a number of announcers have not taken heed to the pronunciation guide, making for some interesting results.

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Latest updates on Rui Hachimura's impending return from concussion

What is Rui Hachimura's injury and how long will he be unavailable? Here is everything we know about his status moving forward.

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How Victor Wembanyama could stack up with impressive MSG debuts

Ahead of Wembanyama's first game at Madison Square Garden, revisit some of the most impressive MSG debuts from some of the game's most notable stars — and a rising star.

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Grading James Harden's Clippers debut

Here's what to make of Harden's debut in a Clippers uniform.

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Why are there no NBA games today?

Why are there no NBA games today? The Sporting News explains the early-season pause in NBA action.

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Which teams have scored the most points in an NBA game?

We've already seen two teams crack 150 points in regulation this season. Where does that stand against some of the highest single-game scoring marks in NBA history?

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Why Clippers' Harden-Westbrook experiment will (and won't) work

As this Clippers team begins its journey, head coach Tyronn Lue has given an idea of what things may look like.

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Inside Rams' QB depth chart with Matthew Stafford injured

With Brett Rypien set to start, here's a look at the rest of the Rams depth at the quarterback position.

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Vikings players honor injured Kirk Cousins before Falcons game

Kirk Cousins may not be on the field for the Vikings for the remainder of the 2023 season but he'll certainly be with them in spirit.

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What is the NFL rule for a punt hitting a stadium's scoreboard?

Here is a breakdown of the NFL's rule regarding the interference of a foreign object like a video board.

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Why are Rich Eisen, Jason McCourty, Dan Orlovsky announcing Chiefs vs. Dolphins in Week 9?

Here's why NFL Network's Rich Eisen will be joined by Jason McCourty and ESPN's Dan Orlovsky for the broadcast.

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Will Kyrie Irving miss more time with foot injury?

Here is what we know about Kyrie Irving's injury setback.

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The latest news on Devin Booker's injury and return

How long will Devin Booker be out of the Suns' lineup? Here's what we know about his injury.

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What Patrick Beverley said to ignite beef with Raptors

Here's what Patrick Beverley has said to fan the flames of a rivalry between divisional foes.

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What to know about Raiders interim head coach Antonio Pierce

With Pierce set to take the sideline for one of the NFL's most iconic franchises, The Sporting News tells you what you need to know about the new head coach.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron James, Victor Wembanyama go all-in for Halloween

In 2023, the NBA Halloween creativity reached new levels, with LeBron James and Deandre Jordan turning hands while Victor Wembanyama stood out — literally.

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The latest news on O.G. Anunoby's leg injury

Here's what we know about O.G. Anunoby's injury and what it means moving forward.

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Week 1 overreactions: Denver's dominance, Tyrese Maxey's leap and more

At the time of the season when small sample sizes reign supreme, it's only right to overreact to what we've seen so far.

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Why Chris Paul is coming off the bench for the first time in his NBA career

Given Chris Paul's numbers to start the season, why is he moving to the bench? Here is the rationale behind the decision.

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Why LeBron James could see heavily reduced minutes this season

Based on comments from LeBron James and Lakers head coach Darvin Ham, the restriction is something fans may need to get used to.

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