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Rockets to make Fred VanVleet one of NBA's highest-paid point guards

The Sporting News breaks down Fred VanVleet's deal with the Rockets.

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Tracking the latest free agency rumors for Jakob Poeltl

Here are the latest rumors and updates on Jakob Poeltl's free agent status.

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Tracking the latest free agency rumors

The Sporting News is tracking the biggest NBA rumors ahead of free agency.

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Potential James Harden trades involving Damian Lillard, Kyrie Irving & more

Here are some of the pieces and teams that could be involved in a James Harden trade, and what a fair trade would look like.

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How Clippers can add James Harden to Kawhi Leonard-Paul George core

Is James Harden to the Clippers actually possible? Let's take a closer look.

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Curry, Jokic lead NBA's highest-paid players in 2023-24

While Jokic currently has the biggest contract in the NBA, he won't actually be the highest-paid player in the league in the 2023-24 season.

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Every team's space available to sign free agents in 2023 offseason

While no team is restricted from participating in free agency, they are limited with how active they can be depending on the amount of money they have available to spend.

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NBA free agency tracker: Full list and status of players with contract option

The Sporting News has a full list of players with an option in their contract and their free agency status.

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Why Kyrie Irving to the Suns is possible but unlikely

According to Bleacher Report's Chris Haynes, Irving is expected to meet with the Suns when free agency opens.

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Fred VanVleet possible replacements: Raptors eyeing these guards in free agency

If Fred VanVleet commits to the Rockets, where does that leave the Raptors in free agency?

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Yuta Watanabe among 'potential targets' for Suns in free agency

Yuta Watanabe was one of the most accurate shooters in the NBA in the 2022-23 season.

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Biggest offseason decisions for Raptors, from Fred VanVleet to Jakob Poeltl

Which of Toronto's players are the most important to retain? Here's what you need to know about the decisions the Raptors have to make this offseason.

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Breaking down the biggest offseason decisions for the Lakers

Which free agents will the Lakers retain this summer? Here's what you need to know about the decisions management has to make.

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Lakers, Raptors among top possible landing spots for Yuta Watanabe

Yuta Watanabe is one of the biggest sleepers in the 2023 free agent class.

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Will Kawhi Leonard start the 2023-24 NBA season?

Here's the latest on Kawhi Leonard's knee injury and when he could return for the Clippers.

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Warriors draft picks 2023: Who did Golden State pick?

The Warriors only had one pick in the 2023 NBA Draft at No. 19 overall.

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Lakers draft picks 2023: Who did Los Angeles pick?

Here is everything you need to know about the Lakers selections at the 2023 NBA Draft.

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Raptors draft picks 2023: Who did Toronto pick?

The Toronto Raptors only had one pick in the 2023 NBA Draft at No. 13.

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Thunder draft picks 2023: Who did Oklahoma City pick?

Here is everything you need to know about the Thunder's night at the draft.

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2023 NBA Draft prospect has interesting take on GOAT debate

NBA Draft prospect Brandon Miller has an interesting take on the GOAT debate.

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How Chris Paul-Jordan Poole trade impacts Golden State's rotation

Paul is one of nine players the Warriors currently have under contract for the 2023-24 season.

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Full details of Bradley Beal trade between Suns, Wizards

The Wizards are going in a new direction in trading Bradley Beal after completing the first season of his historic supermax contract.

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Trade details: Warriors acquire Chris Paul for Jordan Poole

Here's everything we know about the trade involving Chris Paul and Jordan Poole.

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Tracking the biggest rumors ahead of 2023 NBA Draft

Here are the biggest rumors ahead of Thursday's NBA Draft.

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Updated list of all 58 picks for Rounds 1-2 of 2023 NBA Draft

From the Spurs at No. 1 to the Bucks at No. 58, here's where each team will select in the 2023 NBA Draft.

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NBA career stats and earnings for ESPN's JJ Redick

A former lottery pick, JJ Redick put together a 15-year career in the NBA.

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How injuries impacted Scoot Henderson's Ignite season

Scoot Henderson's second season with the Ignite was impacted greatly by injuries.

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Grizzlies, Pacers mentioned as team interested in O.G. Anunoby trade

O.G. Anunoby's name is involved in trade rumors once again.

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Who says no? Debating potential Damian Lillard trade packages

Could Damian Lillard be on the move this offseason? Take a look at a few mock trade packages for the seven-time All-Star.

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A deep dive into the world of what Victor Wembanyama could be

Let's dive deep into the world of what Victor Wembanyama is and what he could be.

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Heat, Celtics among best trade destinations for Bradley Beal

Bradley Beal wasn't named an All-Star in either of the last two seasons, but he's widely regarded as one of the best shooting guards in the NBA.

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Why is Michael Jordan selling the Hornets?

Here's what we know about Michael Jordan's sale of the Hornets.

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What Brandon Miller's best and worst game tell us about his NBA potential

Let's see what we can learn about Brandon Miller based on three important games at Alabama.

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Watch the Raptors introduce Darko Rajakovic as head coach

Here's everything you need to know to watch Rajakovic's introductory press conference with the Raptors.

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Who votes on Finals MVP? Breaking down the voting process

Who receives the honor of voting on one of the NBA's most prestigious awards? It's actually a simple process.

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How Jamal Murray went from ACL tear to NBA champion

Here's how Jamal Murray went from tearing his ACL to an NBA champion within two years.

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Darko Rajakovic joins the full list of Raptors head coaches

Despite being one of the youngest franchises in the league, the Raptors have had a number of head coaches over the last two decades.

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Four biggest goals for Toronto's new head coach

The 2022-23 season was a weird one for the Raptors, who entered with expectations of competing in the Eastern Conference but failed to make it out of the Play-In Tournament.

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Nikola Jokic rises from No. 41 to No. 1 in 2014 redraft

The 2014 NBA Draft featured two future MVP centers in Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid. If every team in the lottery got a do-over, this is how we think it plays out.

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Why Bam Adebayo wears a full shooting sleeve

It's unclear how Adebayo first got injured, but he's been sporting a full shooting sleeve on his right arm for about half of the postseason.

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How much Nikola Jokic makes from the Nuggets

Based on all of his accomplishments, you probably won't be surprised to hear that Jokic is paid rather well.

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Jamal Murray suffers gruesome hand injury in Game 3

Jamal Murray might have to play through a rather gruesome hand injury in Game 4 of the Finals.

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Why Jokic's defense was the most impressive part of historic Game 3

Most conversations about Jokic's defense revolve around his limitations, but he did a few things in particular in Game 3 that gave the Heat trouble.

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Fred VanVleet linked to Rockets in latest free agency rumors

Free agency is still a few weeks away, but some teams are already emerging as possible destinations for Fred VanVleet.

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Why Heat's zone defense is a complicated riddle for Nuggets

Let's take a closer look at one particular possession before diving deeper into that question.

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How to watch every game on TV this week

Wondering which NBA games are on TV this week? We have you covered.

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Redrafting the 2018 NBA Draft: How far does Michael Porter Jr. rise?

The 2018 NBA Draft was one for the ages. It was also one that would be completely different if redone in 2023. Here's how it would look with the added benefit of hindsight.

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Why the Suns are choosing Frank Vogel to coach Booker and KD

Is Vogel the right coach to help the Suns get over the hump? Here's why Phoenix is reportedly hiring him.

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Why Jokic and Murray's two-man game could be the difference in Finals

Not only are Murray and Jokic a handful to defend individually, but they complement each other perfectly. Their synergy as a one-two punch was on full display in Game 1 and could very well be the difference in the series.

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The latest on Joe Mazzulla's future as Celtics head coach

Will the Heat defeating the Celtics cost Joe Mazzulla his job? Here's the latest on his status in Boston.

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Redrafting the 2016 NBA Draft: Make way for a new No. 1

Two of our writers put on their GM hats and redrafted the 2016 NBA Draft lottery.

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Everything you need to know about the Heat's masked big man

How did Miami land Zeller and why does he wear a mask? Here's what you need to know about the big man.

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Could Nikola Jokic challenge the Finals assists record?

Nikola Jokic could challenge the record for assists in a Finals game, but it certainly won't be easy.

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Why defending Nikola Jokic is the Heat's greatest challenge yet

The Heat have had one of the best defenses in the NBA all season long, but they still might find themselves without a clear answer to Jokic.

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Nuggets vs. Heat predictions: Will Miami's Cinderella run end with title?

Will the Heat's Cinderella run end with a championship, or will Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray be too much for Miami's defense?

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The biggest factors to consider about LeBron's possible retirement

The Sporting News takes a closer look at LeBron James' comments and his situation with the Lakers.

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How will the Lakers recover from Nuggets loss?

What's next for the Lakers? Another busy offseason filled with uncertainty.

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Redrafting the 2003 NBA Draft: Where does Melo land?

The 2003 draft was one of the most hyped classes ever. Twenty years later, it lived up to expectations at the top but fell off dramatically from there. Where would the players from that year go in a redraft today?

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NBA world reacts to Carmelo Anthony's retirement announcement

The No. 3 pick in the legendary 2003 NBA Draft, Anthony retires as the ninth-leading scorer in league history.

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Would Jimmy Butler or Kawhi Leonard go No. 1 in 2011 redraft?

Jimmy Butler was the steal of the 2011 NBA Draft, going No. 30. Where would he and others go in a redraft today?

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How Nikola Jokic is outsmarting the Lakers

You don't get a triple-double without impacting the game in a number of areas, but there is one particular way Jokic is hurting the Lakers in the series.

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Why Lakers are 'considering' starting Rui Hachimura in Game 2

The Lakers are wasting no time when it comes to making adjustments against the Nuggets.

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Damian Lillard sends clear message to Blazers fans starting trade rumors

Lillard addressed a tweet about people "undervaluing" Portland's draft pick and "insisting" on trading him.

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Jamal Murray dealing with ear infection in Western Conference Finals

Here's the latest on the infection Jamal Murray is dealing with and his status for Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals.

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Jimmy Butler was even more surgical than stats suggest in Game 1

TSN's Scott Rafferty takes a closer look at one particular example of how Butler carved up the Celtics in Game 1 before diving into the bigger picture.

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How LeBron James gave Jamal Murray the Stephen Curry treatment

How James attacked Murray in Game 1 could turn out to be the Lakers' best shot at keeping up with the Nuggets.

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How many times has LeBron James been in the Conference Finals?

No player in NBA history has ever played in more playoff games than LeBron James. You don't get to that point without going on a number of deep runs.

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Why JJ Redick replacing Doc Rivers isn't as crazy as it sounds

Redick hasn't yet been connected to the 76ers, but BetOnline now has him as the betting favorite to become Philadelphia's next head coach.

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The reason Kyle Lowry no longer starts for the Heat

While Lowry is still an important piece of the Heat's rotation, his role has changed from being the team's starting point guard to coming off the bench.

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How Kyle Lowry saved the Heat's season

Lowry didn't come close to being an All-Star this season, and yet he still may have saved Miami's season.

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Ranking the best coaches to replace Doc Rivers, including Nick Nurse

Who will the 76ers hire to replace Rivers? Here are some of the best candidates.

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Why NBA changed odds for the No. 1 pick in draft lottery

We're only a few seasons removed from the NBA implementing the latest change to the draft lottery odds.

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Why Victor Wembanyama's weight is a 'sensitive topic'

Wembanyama has the height and length to succeed at the next level, but his slight frame has been a talking point.

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Predictions, odds and schedule for Lakers vs. Nuggets

The Lakers defeated the Nuggets in five games the last time they met in the Conference Finals. Will history repeat itself?

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Why this could be the end of the Warriors as we know them

A crucial offseason that could change the Warriors as we know them looms for Golden State.

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Video of play shows how Anthony Davis suffered possible concussion

The biggest story coming out of Game 5 of the Western Conference Semifinals was the head injury Anthony Davis suffered.

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Suns' challenges in building championship roster around Booker and KD

The Suns enter an offseason where they're at risk of losing a number of key role players.

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Rib injury update on Deandre Ayton

Here's everything we know about Deandre Ayton's rib injury ahead of Game 6.

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Why Jamal Murray is questionable to play in Game 6 vs. Suns

Here's the latest on Jamal Murray's status for Game 6 between the Nuggets and Suns.

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Why AD's injury leaves Lakers with more questions than answers

Anthony Davis is reportedly expected to be available for Game 6 barring a setback.

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How All-NBA snub impacts Ja Morant's contract with the Grizzlies

Now that we know Morant missed out on an All-NBA selection, here's what it means for his future earnings.

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How All-NBA voting results impact Pascal Siakam's future with Raptors

While Pascal Siakam already has two All-NBA selections to his name, he had a lot riding on this season's results specifically.

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Full list of players for All-NBA First, Second and Third Teams

Which players earned the honor of being named All-NBA this season? Here is the complete list of teams.

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Social media roasts fake Warriors-Celtics trade proposal

With the possibility that both the Warriors and Celtics could lose in the second round a year after facing off in the Finals, Colin Cowherd proposed a trade that he thinks would fix both teams.

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Full list of players for All-Defensive First and Second Teams

Which players earned the honor of being named All-Defense this season? Here is the complete list of teams.

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Why Jaylen Brown continues to wear a face mask

Jaylen Brown played without his mask during a game in the 2023 NBA Playoffs, but he's since brought it back.

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LeBron James predicted every part of crucial Draymond Green's turnover

The basketball genius of LeBron James showed up on the biggest possession of Game 4.

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What is the NBA Playoffs single-game assists record?

Magic Johnson had 20 or more assists in a total of 10 playoff games in his career. Every other player in NBA history has combined for 10 such games.

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Who has made the most 3-pointers in an NBA Playoffs game?

Only two players in NBA history have ever made 10 or more 3-pointers in an NBA Playoffs game. No, Stephen Curry isn't one of them.

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How Stephen Curry shredded the Lakers without scoring

One of Stephen Curry's 12 assists from Game 2 illustrated how he picked the Lakers apart without scoring.

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Why the Bucks fired head coach Mike Budenholzer

Here's everything we know about Milwaukee's decision to move on from head coach Mike Budenholzer.

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Draymond Green says LeBron is playing 'a totally different game.' He's right

Draymond Green's comments about LeBron James came following Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals between the Lakers and Warriors.

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Why LeBron James tosses chalk before games

There was a time when LeBron James stopped doing it, but the chalk toss has been a part of his pregame routine for most of his NBA career.

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How Anthony Davis can replicate Game 1 success vs. Warriors

Anthony Davis stole the show for the Lakers in their Game 1 victory over the Warriors. Can he do it again?

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How long will the Heat be without Jimmy Butler?

Here's everything we know about Jimmy Butler's ankle injury and his potential return.

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Embiid, Jokic or Giannis? Full results from MVP award voting

Last season, Jokic was named MVP over Antetokounmpo and Embiid, but this time around, it was Embiid who captured the trophy.

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How James Harden's Game 1 performance impacts Joel Embiid's return

There was one particular way James Harden got going against the Celtics in Game 1 that could bode well for Joel Embiid when he returns.

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The stats you need to know about LeBron James vs. Stephen Curry

Here are the stats you need to know about LeBron James vs. Stephen Curry in the NBA Playoffs.

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Landing spots for Dillon Brooks after stunning news

What's next for Brooks? A very interesting offseason that will see him test the market as an unrestricted free agent.

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How Kevin Love ended up on the Heat

Kevin Love started 2022-23 in Cleveland but ended up in Miami after the Cavaliers decided to part ways with him.

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Meet the Lakers' full coaching staff

Darvin Ham is looking to lead the Lakers back to the Finals in his first year as a head coach.

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How D’Angelo Russell for Andrew Wiggins trade set up Lakers vs. Warriors

Here are the deals that led D'Angelo Russell to the Lakers and Andrew Wiggins to the Warriors.

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Josh Hart trade was way bigger deal than anyone expected

The trade didn't receive much attention at the time, but the 28-year-old has fit in with the Knicks like a glove.

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When the end-of-season award winners will be revealed

There's still some hardware that has to be handed out in the form of end-of-season awards.

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Buckle up for another LeBron James vs. Stephen Curry showdown

Here's everything you need to know about the second-round matchup between Golden State and Los Angeles.

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Why Kings fans won't stop ringing cowbells, explained

If you've been to a Kings game or caught them on TV over the years, you'll have likely heard a raucous crowd that won't stop ringing cowbells. Here's why.

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The latest on Victor Oladipo's knee injury

Here's the latest on Victor Oladipo's injury and when the Heat guard could return.

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How Thompson earned 'Game 6 Klay' nickname

Even if you didn't witness it, there's a good chance by now that you've at least heard of "Game 6 Klay."

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Preview: Joel Embiid's knee injury looms large in Celtics matchup

The Sporting News previews the Eastern Conference Semifinals matchup between the Celtics and 76ers.

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How long is Giannis Antetokounmpo under contract with Bucks for?

Here are the full details of Giannis Antetokounmpo's contract with the Bucks.

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The tricks defenders use to avoid defensive three seconds

Defensive three seconds was one of the rules NBA owners approved in the hopes of improving the flow of the game.

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How KD is helping Devin Booker reach a new level of superstardom

Of all the baskets Devin Booker scored in his Game 5 masterclass, there was one in particular that jumped out.

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Kawhi Leonard's knee injury more serious than originally expected

Here's what we know about Kawhi Leonard's injury and the latest news on when he could return.

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Full list of finalists for MVP, Defensive Player of the Year and more

It's almost time to crown the award winners for the 2022-23 NBA season.

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Kawhi Leonard's injury history and missed games by the numbers

Leonard has appeared in 161 of a possible 308 regular season games and 26 of a possible 39 postseason games since joining the Clippers.

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Fact checking Dillon Brooks bold claim about defending LeBron James

It took only two games for things to get chippy between LeBron James and Dillon Brooks.

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Jalen Brunson is doing his best Luka Doncic impression — and it's working

Brunson has gone from being Doncic's teammate in Dallas for four seasons to basically doing his best Doncic impression for New York in these playoffs

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LeBron James keeps response brief when asked about Dillon Brooks

LeBron James kept his response to Dillon Brooks' comments after Game 2 brief.

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Why Victor Wembanyama is considered best prospect since LeBron

Victor Wembanyama has the potential to be unlike anything we've ever seen before.

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How to watch Masai Ujiri's press conference on Nick Nurse firing

Masai Ujiri's press conference will begin around 11:00 a.m. ET. Here's how you can watch it.

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Everything you need to know about Nick Nurse's potential replacement

ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported that Ime Udoka is expected to be a "serious candidate" to replace Nick Nurse in Toronto.

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Why the Raptors fired Nick Nurse as head coach

Here's everything we know about why Nick Nurse and the Raptors decided to part ways.

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Why Kings fans aren't allowed to bring cowbells to Game 3 vs. Warriors

Sorry, Kings fans. You'll have to leave your cowbells at home for Games 3 and 4.

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Nikola Jokic to play through injury in Game 2

Here's the latest news on Nikola Jokic's wrist injury, which could impact him in Game 2.

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Domantas Sabonis' sternum contusion explained

The Kings have announced that Sabonis is questionable for Thursday's Game 3 due to a sternum contusion.

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Viral video of CP3 and Kawhi bumping into each other isn't what it seems

After Game 2, a clip made the rounds on social media of Paul and Leonard bumping into each other postgame.

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The Warriors have a De'Aaron Fox problem. Can they solve it?

De'Aaron Fox has found a rhythm against a Warriors defense that has slowed down many stars over the years.

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The Cavs have a problem that the Knicks are built to exploit

Cleveland was the best defensive team in the NBA this season, but it struggled with one particular thing that New York can punish.

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Why Jaren Jackson Jr. won Defensive Player of the Year

Jaren Jackson Jr. has been named this season's Defensive Player of the Year over Evan Mobley and Brook Lopez despite playing far fewer minutes.

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Why Ben Simmons won't play in Nets vs. 76ers series

Ben Simmons will not play against his former team when the Nets face the 76ers in the 2023 NBA Playoffs.

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What you need to know about Thunder rookies with same last name

You've probably heard how calling Thunder games is now a broadcaster's worst nightmare. This is why.

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Fred VanVleet addresses looming free agent decision after Play-In loss

If VanVleet picks up his player option, he will be back with the Raptors for at least one more season. If he doesn't, he'll enter unrestricted free agency.

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Raptors enter an offseason full of questions and no clear answers

The Raptors enter the 2023 offseason with a lot of questions to answer.

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Why Dillon Brooks thinks he's cracked the LeBron James code

Dillon Brooks thinks he has the answer to LeBron James. Now, he'll put the theory to the ultimate test.

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Zion Williamson's status for the Play-In Tournament

Here is everything you need to know about Zion Williamson's injury and his status for the 2023 Play-In Tournament.

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Why Rudy Gobert is suspended for Timberwolves' Play-In game

Here's the latest on Rudy Gobert's status for Tuesday's Play-In game between the Timberwolves and Lakers.

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Can the Clippers overcome Paul George's knee injury vs. Suns?

Losing in the first round would be a disappointment for the Suns or Clippers. Which team has the edge?

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Where the Raptors' Play-In matchup with Bulls will be decided

The Raptors will welcome a familiar face to Scotiabank Arena in their Play-In matchup with the Bulls.

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76ers vs. Nets series preview: Is this the start of a special Joel Embiid run?

Here's everything you need to know about the first-round series between the 76ers and Nets in the 2023 NBA Playoffs.

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What's at stake going into today's NBA games

It might be the final weekend of the NBA's regular season, but there's still a lot to be determined.

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Do the Knicks have enough firepower to upset the Cavaliers?

Here's everything you need to know about the first-round series between the Cavaliers and Knicks in the 2023 NBA Playoffs.

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Russell Westbrook trolls LeBron James multiple times in pivotal game

Westbrook came to play in his first opportunity to face the Lakers as a member of the Clippers.

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Ja Morant's best career dunks all start with this one unstoppable move

The move Morant used for his latest viral dunk has set up some of the most memorable plays of his career.

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The key stats you need to know in razor-thin MVP debate

Here's how the MVP favorites compare in various categories as the 2022-23 season draws to a close.

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The Lakers are borrowing from LeBron's Cavaliers playbook to scary results

LeBron James and Anthony Davis had big games in L.A.'s win over Houston, but something the Lakers did in garbage time was the most interesting part of the game. Why? TSN's Scott Rafferty explores.

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The best Play-In matchup for the Raptors would be...

The Raptors enter the last week of the regular season as one of the teams still jockeying for positioning and fighting for their Play-In lives.

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The latest on Nikola Jokic's calf injury

Here's everything we know about Nikola Jokic's injury and the latest on when he could return.

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The latest on Joel Embiid's calf injury

Here's everything we know about Joel Embiid's calf injury and the latest news on when he may return.

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The latest on James Harden's Achilles injury

Here's everything we know about James Harden's Achilles injury and the latest news surrounding it.

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KD doesn't need to touch the ball for Suns to be unguardable

While Durant and the Suns don't have much time to get on the same page before the playoffs begin, one play from his debut shows why they are a real threat to win it all.

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The latest on Zion Williamson's hamstring injury

Here's what you need to know about Zion Williamson's hamstring injury and status moving forward.

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Will the Grizzlies get Steven Adams back before the playoffs?

Here's what you need to know about Steven Adams' injury and status moving forward.

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LeBron James set to return from foot injury

Here's everything we know about LeBron James' foot injury and the latest news surrounding it.

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When will LeBron James return from his foot injury?

Here's what you need to know about LeBron James' foot injury and status moving forward.

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Has NBA demoted referee Ben Taylor since Fred VanVleet's viral rant?

Handing out a fine might not be the only way the NBA has responded to Fred VanVleet's criticism of referee Ben Taylor, as Tom Haberstroh of Basketball Illuminati explained.

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Why the Warriors continue to lose on the road

We wrote about how much the Warriors were struggling to win on the road in December. Four months later, nothing has changed.

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How Ja Morant's return from suspension impacts Grizzlies

Ja Morant has served his eight-game suspension for what the NBA called "conduct detrimental to the league."

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Why Ja Morant's suspension could cost him $40 million

Here's how much Ja Morant's suspension cost him and why his next contract is tied to an All-NBA selection.

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The latest on Jalen Brunson's foot injury

Here's everything we know about Jalen Brunson's injury and the latest on when he could return.

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O.G. Anunoby's unique All-Defensive case in one play

Anunoby has been playing at an All-Defensive level all season long, but he's been on a particularly impressive stretch lately.

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The latest on when Lonzo Ball could return for Bulls

Here's everything we know about Lonzo Ball's injury and the latest news on when he may return.

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The change in Joel Embiid's game that is taking him to new MVP heights

TSN's Scott Rafferty breaks down the biggest reason behind Joel Embiid's best season yet.

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Fred VanVleet is proving to be biggest winner from Jakob Poeltl trade

A play from Toronto's recent win over Washington showed how much Fred VanVleet is benefitting from Jakob Poeltl being on the roster.

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The latest on Giannis Antetokounmpo's injury

Here's everything we know about Giannis Antetokounmpo's injury and the latest on when he could return.

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The latest on D'Angelo Russell's ankle injury

Here's everything we know about Russell's injury and the latest news on when he may return.

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Four pressing questions facing Grizzlies while Ja Morant is out

The Grizzlies have been without Ja Morant for a couple of games and it's unclear when he'll return.

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Why the Lakers are retiring Pau Gasol's jersey

The Lakers will retire Pau Gasol's jersey alongside the likes of Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in the rafters of Crypto.com Arena.

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Who is next for KD after passing Big O on scoring list?

LeBron James is now the NBA's all-time leading scorer, but he's not the only active player rewriting history.

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The latest on Anthony Davis' foot injury

Here's everything we know about Anthony Davis' foot injury and the latest news surrounding it.

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Will the Lakers' win streak record ever be broken?

During the 1971-72 season, the Lakers set an NBA record that stands to this day by winning 33 straight games.

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Why the Luka Doncic-Kyrie Irving pairing is off to a slow start

The Mavericks are 1-4 in games Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic have played together. Is it time to panic?

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Three reasons KD and Booker are destined to be NBA's most unstoppable duo

Kevin Durant has played with a number of future Hall of Famers in his NBA career. Devin Booker could be the next to join that list.

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Why a top eight finish could be difference in Raptors making the playoffs

The Raptors would benefit greatly from finishing in either seventh or eighth as opposed to ninth or 10th. Here's why.

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Where Lillard ranks all time with 15th career 50 point game

Wilt Chamberlain holds the record for most 50-point games in NBA history, and it isn't close.

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Will Raptors make playoffs? Breaking down Toronto's remaining schedule

The Raptors have 21 games to make some ground on the teams ahead of them in the standings.

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How Jakob Poeltl is transforming the Raptors in one simple play

One sequence from Toronto's win over New Orleans serves as a perfect example of Jakob Poeltl's value to the Raptors.

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Every pick ever made in the All-Star Draft

Ahead of this year's All-Star Draft, take a look back at the full results of each All-Star Draft to date.

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Why Nuggets' Michael Malone, Celtics' Joe Mazzulla are All-Star coaches

This will be Michael Malone's second time coaching in the All-Star Game and it will be Joe Mazzulla's first.

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What is a perfect score in the 3-Point Contest?

The NBA's 3-Point Contest will look slightly different at the 2023 All-Star Weekend.

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Fred VanVleet officially signs with Klutch Sports

It hasn't taken long for Fred VanVleet to be linked to new representation.

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All-Star Mock Draft: Who will LeBron and Giannis select?

Before LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo select the teams for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game, two members of The Sporting News put their GM hats on and held a mock draft.

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The latest on LeBron James' ankle injury

Here's everything we know about LeBron's injury and the latest news on when he may return.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is driving himself into superstardom

"Stat Just Happened" is our series where we pair an important stat with how it actually unfolded on the floor. Today, Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander takes the spotlight.

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The latest on Jakob Poeltl's status for tonight's game

Will Jakob Poeltl be cleared to play on Friday? Here's the latest on his status.

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Raptors' high asking price for O.G. Anunoby at trade deadline revealed

The Raptors decided not to trade O.G. Anunoby because none of those teams could meet their asking price.

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The reason so many second-round picks were traded at deadline

There is something in the NBA called the Stepien Rule that limits how many future draft picks a team can trade. However, it doesn't apply to all picks.

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Latest Raptors rumors, news, updates ahead of trade deadline

The Sporting News has you covered with the latest trade deadline rumors, news and updates involving the Raptors.

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Jokic, Draymond and the best second round picks in NBA Draft history

The 2nd round of the draft has a rich history of producing quality role players, starters, All-Stars and in one particular case since the merger, a multi-time MVP.

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Trade grades: Did the Raptors or Spurs win the Jakob Poeltl deal?

How did the Raptors and Spurs fare in this deal? Let's break down some trade grades for each team.

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Trade details: Raptors acquire Jakob Poeltl from Spurs

Here is everything we know about the trade that reunites Jakob Poeltl with the Raptors.

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Why Raptors could be big winners of Kevin Durant trade to Suns

Toronto's talks on O.G. Anunoby are expected to roll "into the final hours of the trade deadline."

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Which team makes the most sense for Westbrook after buyout?

Where could Russell Westbrook end up after a buyout? Here's a ranking of every team not involved in the trade.

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Why Raptors say yes and no to Gary Trent Jr.-Jakob Poeltl trade

Is there a trade involving Gary Trent Jr. and Jakob Poeltl that makes sense? Let's take a closer look.

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Why Raptors say yes and no to VanVleet-Dinwiddie trade

NBA insider Marc Stein reported that the Nets had "explored the feasibility" of packaging Spencer Dinwiddie and draft capital to the Raptors for Fred VanVleet.

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Why Raptors say yes and no to Pascal Siakam-Ben Simmons trade

According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Brooklyn has been described as a team with interest in Pascal Siakam.

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LeBron James expresses disappointment in Lakers not getting Kyrie Irving

The Lakers were among the teams said to be interested in Irving after he requested a trade.

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The latest on Devin Booker's groin injury

Here's everything we know about Devin Booker's injury and the latest news on when he may return.

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Breaking down the fit between Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic

Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic have a number of questions to answer to reach their full potential as a duo.

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Lakers, Mavericks among best landing spots for Kyrie Irving

With less than a week remaining before this season's trade deadline, The Athletic's Shams Charania broke the news that Kyrie Irving has requested a trade from the Nets.

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Why Raptors say yes and no to Lakers trade involving Westbrook

Would a deal involving Fred VanVleet, Gary Trent Jr. and Russell Westbrook make sense for the Raptors? Let's take a closer look.

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