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Trade grades: Timberwolves acquire Gobert in blockbuster deal with Jazz

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Timberwolves have acquired three-time Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert in a blockbuster deal with the Jazz.

Kyle Irving

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Wolves acquire Gobert in blockbuster deal

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

Gilbert McGregor

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Latest trade rumor news, projections to acquire Gobert

One of the best defensive players in the NBA could be on his way out of Utah.

Kevin Skiver

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Why a Gobert trade does and doesn't make sense for Raptors

According to Ian Begley of SNY, the Raptors would have a "degree of interest" if Rudy Gobert becomes available.

Scott Rafferty

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Latest reports on Jazz head coach candidates

The Utah Jazz are casting a wide net of candidates for their head coaching position, interviewing several assistant coaches around the league. here's the latest on their search.

Benyam Kidane

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Why did Quin Snyder step down as Jazz's coach?

Snyder compiled a 372-264 record in eight seasons with the Jazz, but his teams never advanced beyond the Western Conference Semifinals.

Jordan Greer

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Gobert, Shaq engaged in debate over who would win one-on-one

Rudy Gobert thinks he can lock down Shaq. Big Diesel is convinced he can back down Gobert, no problem.

Kevin Skiver

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TSN Originals: At the intersection of sports and the 1992 Los Angeles riots

On April 29, 1992, the Dodgers and Lakers were playing games when Los Angeles exploded in anger, fire, gunshots and more anger following the Rodney King verdicts. The Sporting News put it in a larger perspective.

Bob Hille

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Rudy Gobert trade rumors

Another first-round exit could mean the Utah Jazz would shake things up and trade Rudy Gobert.

Ananth Pandian

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Will Mitchell (hamstring) be ready for Game 6 vs. Mavericks?

Donovan Mitchell hobbled to the locker room late in the fourth quarter of Game 5 against the Mavericks with a left hamstring issue.

Kyle Irving

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How to watch Mavericks vs. Jazz Game 5

The Jazz are back in the series after tying it up 2-2 in Game 4.

Ananth Pandian

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Mitchell-to-Gobert game-winner spoils Doncic's return in Game 4

Luka Doncic made his 2022 NBA Playoffs debut in Game 4 after missing the first three games with a calf strain. His return was spoiled by a game-winning alley-oop from Donovan Mitchell to Rudy Gobert.

Kyle Irving

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Report: Mavs' Doncic likely to return in Game 4

What is Doncic's status? Here are the latest updates on the three-time All-Star.

Jordan Greer

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How to watch Mavericks vs. Jazz Game 4

The Mavericks have built a 2-1 series lead without Luka Doncic. As Dallas' superstar nears his return, can the Jazz figure things out before it's too late?

Gilbert McGregor

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What channel is Mavericks vs. Jazz on today? Game 3 TV schedule, live streams, start time for 2022 NBA playoff game

The series is tied 1-1 heading back to Utah for a crucial Game 3.

Nick Metallinos

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One Play: Luka Doncic-less Mavericks are giving Jazz defense all-too-familiar NBA Playoff problems

There was one particular way the Mavericks punished the Jazz down the stretch of their Game 2 win. TSN's Scott Rafferty takes a closer look.

Scott Rafferty

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What channel is Mavericks vs. Jazz on today? Game 2 TV schedule, live streams, start time for 2022 NBA Playoff game

Here's everything you need to know about Mavericks vs. Jazz, including a full schedule for the first-round series.

Jordan Greer

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Luka Doncic injury update: Will Mavericks star play in Game 1 of 2022 NBA Playoffs series vs. Jazz?

Doncic suffered a calf injury in Dallas' regular season finale on Sunday.

Jordan Greer

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What channel is Mavericks vs. Jazz on today? Game 1 TV schedule, live streams, start time for 2022 NBA Playoff game

Here's everything you need to know about Mavericks vs. Jazz, including a full schedule for the first-round series.

Jordan Greer

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Mavericks vs. Jazz: Predictions, schedule, TV channels, live streams for 1st Round in 2022 NBA Playoffs

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

Gilbert McGregor

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Leading contenders for NBA Defensive Player of the Year: Breaking down wide open awards race

Like MVP, this season's DPOY race is going to go down to the wire with a number of players deserving recognition.

Scott Rafferty

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NBA community reacts to Spurs' Gregg Popovich breaking all-time coaching wins record

From Pau Gasol to Mark Cuban, the NBA community was quick to congratulate Popovich on making history.

Scott Rafferty

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Canadian Round-Up: Historic All-Star Weekend sets up season's final stretch

After a historic All-Star Weekend, a number of the NBA's Canadians stand to play a big role in the final stretch of the 2021-22 season.

Gilbert McGregor

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Is Jazz's Donovan Mitchell playing today vs. Suns?

Donovan Mitchell and the Jazz will take on the first-place Suns on Sunday, Feb. 27.

Nick Metallinos

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Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell to miss 2022 NBA All-Star Game with non-COVID illness

The Jazz released a statement from Donovan Mitchell on Sunday afternoon, announcing that the star guard will miss the All-Star Game due to an upper respiratory illness.

Kyle Irving

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Jazz, Trail Blazers, Spurs NBA trade details: Joe Ingles, Nickeil Alexander-Walker headline three-team deal

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

Gilbert McGregor

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NBA Trade Rumors: Biggest buyers and sellers at the 2022 Trade Deadline

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

Gilbert McGregor

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Nets drop seventh straight

The Brooklyn Nets continue to slide down the Eastern Conference standings with their seventh consecutive loss, this time losing to the Utah Jazz, 125-102.

Nick Metallinos

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Suns extend win streak to ten games

The Phoenix Suns already created history this season, reeling off a franchise-record 18-game win streak and after tonight's 121-111 victory over the Brooklyn Nets, they extend their league-best run to 11 games.

Benyam Kidane

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Ingles out for season with torn ACL

Joe Ingles will miss the remainder of the 2021-22 NBA season after an MRI revealed a torn ACL in his left knee.

Benyam Kidane

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Games of the week: Embiid vs. Doncic headlines superstar matchups

From Jayson Tatum vs. Jimmy Butler to start the week and Trae Young vs. Luka Doncic to end the week, there are a number of superstar matchups to watch.

Kyle Irving

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Booker drops 43 as Suns extend Jazz slump

The 105-97 victory is the Suns' seven straight on the road and eight consecutive overall, improving their league-best record to 39-8.

Yash Matange

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Gobert (calf) remains sidelined

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

Gilbert McGregor

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Games of the week: MVP winners go head-to-head

From New York to The Bay, a number of players that have won the league's highest honour will go head-to-head.

Gilbert McGregor

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Vinsanity Scale: Grading Westbrook's poster dunk

Russell Westbrook threw down one of the dunks of the year, climbing Rudy Gobert for the highlight-reel play.

Benyam Kidane

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NBA honours Dr. King's life and legacy

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

Gilbert McGregor

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Viewer's Guide: NBA on MLK Day

Everything you need to know for Monday's 12-game slate.

NBA.com Staff

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Jokic continues to post Wilt numbers

Despite a 125-102 loss to the Jazz, Nikola Jokic recorded his ninth triple-double of the season, finishing with 25 points, 15 rebounds and 14 assists. Jokic now moves to seventh on the all-time list behind Wilt Chamberlain.

Nick Metallinos

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All-Star Moment: Garland records historic triple-double

Garland became the first Cavaliers player since LeBron James to record a triple-double through three quarters in the last 25 years.

Benyam Kidane

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VanVleet's triple-double leads Raps to fifth straight win

VanVleet scored a season-high 37 points, 24 of which came in the third quarter alone, as the Raptors come from 14 down to eventually win comfortably at home.

Yash Matange

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Preview: Raptors host shorthanded Jazz

The Raptors have a chance to make it five wins in a row when they take on a Jazz team that will be without four of its top five scorers.

Gilbert McGregor

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Gobert enters Health and Safety Protocols

Rudy Gobert is only the second Jazz player to enter the league's health and safety protocols, along with Joe Ingles.

Nick Metallinos

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Gobert tests positive for COVID-19

Rudy Gobert is only the second Jazz player to enter the league's health and safety protocols, along with Joe Ingles.

Nick Metallinos

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What channel is Jazz vs. Nuggets on tonight?

Two NBA games will be on national TV on Wednesday, starting with Warriors vs. Mavericks and ending with Jazz vs. Nuggets.

Yash Matange

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One key stat fueling Jazz's early-season success

The Jazz have long been known as a defensive team, but it's their offense that has been firing on all cylinders to start the season.

Scott Rafferty

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Mitchell, Embiid named Players of the Month

The All-Stars take home the honors for the month of December.

NBA.com Staff

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

To ring in the New Year, we're recommending one New Year's resolution for each NBA team.

Kyle Irving

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NBA 75: Karl Malone, efficient Mailman

By the 1988-89 season, the Jazz's Karl Malone had blossomed into an NBA All-Star by proving doubters wrong, The Sporting News noted.

Jan Hubbard

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The Jazz are in a class of their own offensively

The Jazz will face the Trail Blazers in the Bell Game of the Week, which you can catch on Wednesday at 10:00 p.m. ET on TSN.

Scott Rafferty

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Who is the all-time NBA Christmas Day scoring leader?

As LeBron James continues to add to his tally, have a look at the top 10 all-time scoring leaders on Christmas Day, three of whom are still active.

Gilbert McGregor

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City Edition uniforms take holiday spotlight

The Christmas Day uniform is no more but each team slated to play on Christmas Day in 2021 has made specific sartorial choices for the holiday. Here is a list of the head-to-head uniform matchups.

Gilbert McGregor

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Complete guide to NBA Christmas 2021

Below, find all you need to know about NBA Christmas Day 2021, from how to watch to which superstars will be active.

Gilbert McGregor

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NBA Christmas Day 2021: Betting odds, lines, point spreads and over/unders

Christmas is the marquee day on the NBA regular season schedule and this year's slate does not disappoint with matchups between Hawks-Knicks, Celtics-Bucks, Suns-Warriors, Lakers-Nets and Mavericks-Jazz.

Kyle Irving

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NBA's 'City Edition' uniforms take holiday spotlight

The Christmas Day uniform is no more but each team slated to play on Christmas Day in 2021 has made specific sartorial choices for the holiday. Here is a list of the head-to-head uniform matchups.

Gilbert McGregor

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What channel is Jazz vs. Mavericks on tonight?

The final game on the 2021 Christmas Day slate sees Donovan Mitchell and the Jazz host the Mavericks.

Benyam Kidane

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NBA Christmas Day predictions

Christmas Day is here with five blockbuster games on deck! Our Sporting News Staff give their predictions for the marquee day.

Benyam Kidane

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What time are the Christmas NBA games?

The NBA Christmas Day slate includes five matchups: Hawks-Knicks, Celtics-Bucks, Warriors-Suns, Lakers-Nets and Mavericks-Jazz.

Kyle Irving

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Complete guide to NBA Christmas 2021

Below, find all you need to know about NBA Christmas Day 2021, from how to watch to which superstars will be active.

Gilbert McGregor

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Power Rankings: A gift for all 30 teams

In celebration of Christmas Day, we're handing out a gift to each team in the NBA in this week's Power Rankings.

Scott Rafferty

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Power Rankings: Handing out gifts to all 30 teams

In celebration of Christmas Day, we're handing out a gift to each team in the NBA in this week's Power Rankings.

Scott Rafferty

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Will Luka Doncic play on Christmas Day?

Including Luka Doncic, the Mavericks currently have seven players in health and safety protocols.

Scott Rafferty

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Jazz stay hot with dominant win in Philly

The Utah Jazz have won six in a row since losing to New Orleans in late November, and they're doing it all with an high-power offense and contributions from all their key guys.

Nick Metallinos

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Utah have won six in a row.

The Utah Jazz have won six in a row since losing to New Orleans in late November, and they're doing it all with an high-power offense and contributions from all their key guys.

Nick Metallinos

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Kings-Jazz game delayed after fan vomits

The game was delayed for a substantial period after fan seated courtside vomited not far from the Utah bench.

Yash Matange

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Saturday's top highlights and best performers

Nine games on Saturday night included a historic performance by the reigning Finals MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo as eight of the nine home teams recorded wins. In case you missed any of the action, here's a recap with the best game, top performance and highlight from the slate.

NBA.com Staff

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Five game check-in on Siakam following loss to Jazz

After missing the first 10 games of the season as a result of offseason shoulder surgery, Pascal Siakam is getting back into a groove over the last five games. How has the All-Star forward looked since his return?

Kyle Irving

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Thursday's (ET) best game, top fantasy performers

Just six games on Thursday night but plenty of action and competitive games to look back on. In case you missed anything, we got you covered with the top highlight, best game and top fantasy performers.

NBA.com Staff

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Preview: Grueling road trip continues for Raptors

Utah's high-powered offence will be a good test for Toronto's defence, which needs to get back on track for the Raptors to get back to their winning ways.

Scott Rafferty

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Raptors can prove themselves during West Coast swing

The Raptors' early-season trip to take on five Western Conference opponents is the latest test for a team that is still in the process of figuring things out.

Gilbert McGregor

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What channel is 76ers vs. Jazz on tonight?

The second TNT game on Tuesday will see the 76ers continue their six-game road trip with a stop in Utah.

Scott Rafferty

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Saturday's best game & top fantasy performers

Saturday's seven-game slate served up plenty of big performances! If you missed any of the action, we've got you covered with the best game, highlight, performance, fantasy performers and more below.

Benyam Kidane

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Ejected players from Jazz-Pacers fined

The incident occurred with 4:01 remaining in the fourth quarter of the Pacers’ 111-100 win over the Jazz on Nov. 11 at Vivint Arena.

Official Release

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Four players ejected as Turner, Gobert scuffle

Days after the dual ejection of Nikola Jokic and Markieff Morris in Denver, the NBA witnessed another one. This one, not far from the altitudes of Ball Arena, occurred in Salt Lake City in a game between the Utah Jazz and the Indiana Pacers.

Yash Matange

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Myles Turner and Rudy Gobert scuffle: Multiple players ejected in altercation at Jazz-Pacers game

Days after the dual ejection of Nikola Jokic and Markieff Morris in Denver, the NBA witnessed another one. This one, not far from the altitudes of Ball Arena, occurred in Salt Lake City in a game between the Utah Jazz and the Indiana Pacers.

Yash Matange

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League Pass primer for Thursday

There's only one game on NBA League Pass Thursday but it features four players that appeared in the 2021 All-Star Game.

Gilbert McGregor

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Tuesday's (ET) best game & top fantasy performers

Tuesday's three-game slate had no shortage of action with the Bucks, Jazz and Clippers picking up wins. Catch up on all the news, scores and highlights right here.

Benyam Kidane

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Four key stats behind Hawks slow start

The Hawks slumped to their fifth-straight loss, going down to the Jazz 110-98. As they sit near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings, let's take a closer look at what's holding them back in 2021-22.

Benyam Kidane

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League Pass primer for Tuesday

Only one of the three games on Tuesday will be on League Pass, but it should be a good one.

Scott Rafferty

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Power Rankings: Each team's biggest X-Factor

Three weeks have now gone by in the 2021-22 season and as teams approach the 10-game checkpoint, we're learning more about who's who around the league. How does that impact this week's rankings?

Gilbert McGregor

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Sunday's best game & top fantasy performers

An exciting eight games cap-off the first week of November as the NBA schedule slowly heads towards its first holiday - Thanksgiving. Catch up on all the news, scores and highlights right here.

NBA.com Staff

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Lowry's winning mentality evident in Heat's hot start

Against the Utah Jazz, Lowry turned in his best performance of the season, recording his 19th career triple-double and his first in a Miami Heat uniform

Benyam Kidane

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Saturday's best game & top fantasy performers

Saturday's six-game slate served up plenty of big performances, headlined by Luka Doncic, Nikola Jokic and Devin Booker. Catch up on all the news, scores and highlights right here.

Benyam Kidane

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Thursday's best game, top fantasy performers

A big night of hoops around the NBA with five games on the slate, capped off with a thriller in Los Angeles. Catch up on all the news, scores and highlights right here.

Nick Metallinos

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Gobert's early form setting stage for Jazz to contend

Gobert recorded a double-double in his first five games and is already defending like it's the playoffs. Armed with a deep bench and built around star Donovan Mitchell, things are already looking promising in Salt Lake City.

Benyam Kidane

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MVP Ladder: Who's leading the pack so far?

NBA.com's Kyle Irving takes a look at the MVP race in the first MVP ladder of the season.

Kyle Irving

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NBA MVP Odds: Curry or Giannis?

Your 2021-22 way-too-early NBA MVP is...

Kyle Irving

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Thursday's best game, highlight and performance

The Bulls and Knicks played out a thriller, while Steph Curry and Ja Morant put on a show. Catch up on all the highlights, news, best performances and scores right here!

Kane Pitman

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Jokic leaves game with knee injury

Nikola Jokic clashed knees with Rudy Gobert during the second quarter. The MVP was ruled out of the game with a knee contusion.

Kane Pitman

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Tuesday's best game, highlight, performance

A five game slate was headlined by an OT battle between the Lakers and Spurs. Catch up on big performances, injury scares and plenty of highlights from tonight's NBA action.

Kane Pitman

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Jokic exits with knee injury

League MVP Nikola Jokic sent a scare through the Denver Nuggets camp after exiting the game in Utah with a bruised knee.

Kane Pitman

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Separating early contenders from pretenders

It's time for an early-season heat check on the contenders and pretenders in the NBA. Our NBA.com Staff got together to discuss the Jazz, Bulls, Hawks, Heat and Mavericks.

Kane Pitman

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NBA's contenders and pretenders

It's time for an early season heat check on the contenders and pretenders in the NBA. Our staff got together to discuss the Jazz, Bulls, Hawks, Heat and Mavericks.

Kane Pitman

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Power Rankings: First impressions from every team

Opening week of the 2021-22 season is in the books. Which teams impressed and which ones disappointed?

Scott Rafferty

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Opening week lessons learned from each team

Opening week of the 2021-22 season is in the books. Which teams impressed and which ones disappointed?

Scott Rafferty

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Highlights, final scores from Wednesday's action

An entertaining opening night was followed by an action-packed 11-game slate on Day 2 of the NBA's 75th anniversary season. Follow along for all your final scores, stats, news, highlights and top fantasy performers from each game.

Yash Matange

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What to watch on League Pass tonight

The 2021-22 NBA season is underway and there are 11 games of action with 22 teams making their season debut. We have you covered with the perfect plan of attack to consume as many games as possible.

Kyle Irving

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Prime Giannis or Prime Duncan?

If you could pick any player in history, with the hopes of winning the title immediately, not knowing the era, rules, coach, or teammates — who would you choose?

Josh Eberley

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Top performers, highlights from Day 11 of preseason

Day 11 of the preseason provided seven games on the slate, with game winning jump shots, highlight reel dunks and big time individual performances throughout. If you missed any of the action we've got you covered with scores, highlights and news from the days play.

Kane Pitman

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Top performers, highlights from Day 9 of preseason

Day 9 of the preseason was a busy one with seven games on the schedule. Catch up on all the highlights and big performances as we recap the day's play.

Kane Pitman

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2021-22 NBA season preview: Northwest Division

Last season, three of the five Northwest Division teams were part of the Western Conference playoff picture while the latter two were right at the bottom of the conference. How will things shape out for the division in the NBA's 75th anniversary season?

Yash Matange

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Top performers, highlights from Day 4 of preseason

Day 4 of the NBA preseason is in the books. Monster dunks, classic GIF's and some Luka magic were all on the agenda. If you missed any of the action we've got you covered here with scores, notable performers and top highlights!

NBA.com Staff

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Top performers, highlights from Day 2 of preseason

The first multi-game slate of the 2021-22 NBA preseason and there was no shortage of action. We've got you covered with the final scores, top performers, biggest storylines and more from Day 2.

NBA.com Staff

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NBA Power Ranking: Best-case scenarios for every team

With training camp in full swing, we're taking stock of the league with a glass-half full approach.

Micah Adams

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Our predictions for this season's DPOY

Ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season, our NBA.com Staff share their predictions for which player they think will be crowned Defensive Player of the Year.

NBA.com Staff

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Jazz's Jordan Clarkson goes unrecognized in local TV interview

A Salt Lake City reporter didn't know she was interviewing the reigning NBA Sixth Man of the Year until after the fact.

Dani Mohr

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Separating contenders from pretenders in West

NBA.com's Kyle Irving, Gilbert McGregor and Scott Rafferty discuss how the Western Conference is shaping up following another busy offseason. Should the Lakers and Suns be in the same tier? What should be made of the Clippers, Nuggets and Warriors? Which teams are destined to compete for a spot in the Play-In Tournament?

Kyle Irving

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Before Showtime, there was Pete Maravich

Before Steph Curry, Magic Johnson and many more great entertainers, Pete Maravich's legacy lives on as one of the NBA's best showmen.

Benyam Kidane

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Jazz depth chart for 2021-22 season

The Jazz's offseason has been highlighted by the re-signing of Mike Conley and the additions of Jared Butler, Rudy Gay and Hassan Whiteside. How deep is this Utah team ahead of the upcoming season?

NBA.com Staff

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Jazz need All-NBA leap from Mitchell

Through four NBA seasons, Donovan Mitchell has already delivered several signature postseason performances and led the Jazz to the league's best record. As he turns 25, explore the two-time All-Star's room for continued growth.

Gilbert McGregor

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Can the Jazz contend for a title in 2022?

Last season, Utah finished atop the league with a 52-20 record. After an early postseason elimination in 2021, what can the Jazz do to end as the last team standing in 2022?

Gilbert McGregor

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How the NBA's contenders were built

The draft, free agency and trades and the avenues to building a contender. Not every team is constructed the same way. Ahead of the 2021-22 season, take a look at some of the contenders around the NBA and how they have priced their roster together.

Kane Pitman

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Raptors among teams with intriguing positional logjams

As the 2021-22 NBA season approaches, six teams in particular stand out as having positional logjams on their respective rosters. From the Raptors frontcourt to the Magic's guards and the Jazz's forwards, take a closer look at the potential implications.

Matthew Blum

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On this date: Mitchell & Murray's epic 50-point duel

Donovan Mitchell scored 51 points, helping the Jazz overcome Jamal Murray's 50-piece and win the hard-fought contest 129-127. It was the first time in NBA playoff history that opposing players had scored at least 50 in the same game.

Yash Matange

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Giannis and LeBron headline 12-game MLK Day schedule

MLK Day is one of the biggest on the regular season calendar. In 2022, there are 12 games on the schedule, as the NBA comes together to celebrate the legacy and share the message of Martin Luther King Jr. Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James are just two of the superstars who will take the floor on MLK Day on January 17th.

NBA.com Staff

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2021 Christmas Day schedule revealed

The 2021 Christmas Day schedule consists of five games, headlined by a showdown between the Lakers and Nets, a playoff rematch between the Hawks and Knicks and a showdown between the Celtics and Bucks.

Gilbert McGregor

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OTD: Mitchell explodes for 57 points

Donovan Mitchell's game-high points tally was a new franchise record in the postseason, eclipsing Karl Malone's tally of 50, and was the third-highest individual in a single playoff game, trailing only Michael Jordan's 69 in 1986 and Elgin Baylor's 61 in the 1962 NBA Finals.

Yash Matange

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Haslem to join exclusive list of NBA players

In the 2021-22 season, Udonis Haslem is reportedly set to become the fifth player to have spent 19 or more seasons with one franchise. Learn more about the group of five who spent their respective careers with one franchise over the course of multiple decades.

Gilbert McGregor

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Dwyane Wade's role with Jazz may be to keep Donovan Mitchell happy

Is Donovan Mitchell unhappy with the Jazz? According to ESPN's Brian Windhorst, Dwyane Wade is at least worried that Mitchell may not want to stay in Utah long-term.

Jacob Camenker

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Who is Terance Mann? Clippers guard leads LA to Game 6 win

In Los Angeles' wild 131-119 win over Utah on Friday night, Terance Mann exploded for a career-high 39 points to lead the Clippers to victory.

Jordan Greer

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Clippers show trust in comeback win behind Mann

Trailing by 25 points, the shorthanded LA Clippers had to trust. The mantra filtered through the lineup, with Terance Mann taking the responsibility of carrying the offence back into the game. That trust and belief now sees the Clippers in the Conference Finals for the first time in franchise history.

Kane Pitman

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Mann drops 39 to help Clippers advance to WCF

The LA Clippers have advanced to the first Conference Finals in franchise history behind a 39-point night from Terance Mann. Trailing by 25 points, the series was seemingly headed for Game 7, before Mann took over and the Clippers rolled to an incredible comeback.

Kane Pitman

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Report: Conley working towards return

Mike Conley was ruled out for Game 1 of Utah's second-round series with LA and was originally listed as questionable for Games 2, 3, 4 and 5 before being ruled out. Here's everything we know about the injury the one-time All-Star is dealing with and when he could return.

Scott Rafferty

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Kawhi Leonard injury update: Will Clippers star play in Game 6 vs. Jazz?

Here are the latest updates on Leonard ahead of Game 6.

Jordan Greer

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Lue praises statement Game 5 from PG

With Kawhi Leonard sidelined indefinitely, many wondered if the LA Clippers' season was over. Enter Paul George. Delivering a 37-point, 16-rebound performance, PG silenced the critics to bring the Clippers within one win of a historic Conference Finals appearance.

Kane Pitman

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PG leads Kawhi-less Clippers to pivotal Game 5 win

In the absence of Kawhi Leonard, Paul George led the way and stuffed the stat sheet with 37 points, 16 rebounds, five assists and two blocks as the Clippers picked up the win in the pivotal Game 5 on the road.

Yash Matange

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Kawhi Leonard out for Game 5, maybe longer

Kawhi Leonard is set to miss Game 5 for the Clippers against the Jazz, but he could be out the rest of the series.

Jacob Camenker

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Soundsystem: Have Kawhi and the Clippers figured it out?

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty break down the latest topics in the NBA playoffs and beyond on the LIVE edition of NBA Soundsystem.

NBA.com Staff

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Playoffs have turned Kawhi into an assassin

Kawhi Leonard has long been one of the league's best scorers, but he's become a one-on-one assassin in the 2021 NBA Playoffs. Impressive as the numbers are, it's how Leonard is getting it done in isolation that stands out the most.

Scott Rafferty

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CP3's revenge tour continues

On their path to the Western Conference Finals, Chris Paul and the Suns have eliminated two teams that bested the 11-time All-Star over a decade ago. Now just four wins away from the first Finals appearance of his career, Paul will either face the franchise that ended his time in Los Angeles or the franchise that he spent six years of his prime with.

Gilbert McGregor

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One possession illustrates how Clippers' defense smothered Jazz's offense

Los Angeles dominated once again in Monday night's Game 4, defeating Utah 118-104 to even the series, but the offense wasn't the story. This time, the Clippers cranked up the defensive intensity.

Jordan Greer

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NBA Twitter reacts to Clippers' Kawhi Leonard viciously dunking on Jazz's Derrick Favors

"Whoa! A major Kawhi-light," play-by-play announcer Ian Eagle said on the TNT broadcast.

Jordan Greer

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Small-ball has unlocked the Clippers

The Clippers have embraced their small-ball identity over the past two games and now find themselves right back in the series against the Utah Jazz.

Benyam Kidane

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Clippers dominate Game 4, tie series 2-2

Behind a 30-13 first quarter, the Clippers led Game 4 by as many as 29 before eventually winning it 118-104 and tying up the series at two games apiece.

Yash Matange

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NBA announces 2020-21 All-Defensive Teams

Defensive Player of the Year, Rudy Gobert headlines the 2020-21 All-Defensive First Team, alongside, Ben Simmons, Draymond Green, Jrue Holiday and and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

NBA.com Staff

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What to watch in Monday's pivotal Game 4s

The second round of the NBA Playoffs continues on Monday with a pair of Game 4s. In each game, the home team trails 2-1 with an opportunity to even things up at two games apiece. The night begins in Atlanta, where the Hawks look to get back on track against the 76ers. From there, the Clippers look to take care of home once again to put more pressure on the Jazz.

Gilbert McGregor

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How Clippers' small-ball lineup created problems for Gobert, Jazz in Game 3

With Nicolas Batum replacing Ivica Zubac as the Clippers' de facto center, Gobert couldn't simply patrol the paint.

Jordan Greer

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NBA awards 2021: Complete list of winners for MVP, Coach, Rookie of the Year and more

Taking a look at who is taking home the hardware from the 2020-21 season.

Edward Sutelan

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Kawhi, PG combine for 65 in big Game 3 win

The Clippers superstars dominated each half, with Paul George showing off early while Kawhi Leonard took over late, in a huge 26-point (132-106) victory at home.

Yash Matange

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PG makes the difference for LA

George torched the Jazz with a combination of drives to the rim and his 3-point shooting as they cut the series deficit to 2-1.

Benyam Kidane

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Mitchell (ankle) to play Game 4 after injury scare

Donovan Mitchell left the game with 7:06 remaining in the fourth quarter after an awkward layup and did not return.

NBA.com Staff

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Donovan Mitchell injury update: Jazz star in 'good shape' after tweaking ankle vs. Clippers

Mitchell appeared to tweak his right ankle on a drive to the basket in the fourth quarter of the Jazz's 132-106 loss to the Clippers on Saturday.

Jordan Greer

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Clippers' 'blitzing' defence stifles Mitchell in Game 3

Courtesy of the Clippers' physical, aggressive defence in Game 3, Donovan Mitchell went from averaging 41.0 points on 52.5 percent shooting from the field in Games 1 and 2 to 30 points on 11-of-24 shooting from the field on Saturday night ET.

Yash Matange

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Kawhi lives for these must-win moments

Saturday's matchup with the Jazz will mark the third time in Kawhi Leonard's career that he's entered Game 3 of a series down 2-0. The two previous times, Leonard stepped up in a big way to flip the series in his team's favour. Will he deliver again?

Scott Rafferty

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Jazz nail franchise record 20 3s in Game 2 win

Donovan Mitchell dropped a game-high 37 points, as the Jazz won their sixth straight postseason game to take a 2-0 series lead against the Clippers.

Yash Matange

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Mitchell clears up status after late-game collision

In the final seconds of the Jazz's Game 2 win, Donovan Mitchell fell to the floor and seemed in discomfort after a collision with Paul George. Postgame, the 24-year-old downplayed any injury talks and said he was fine.

Yash Matange

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Jazz's Donovan Mitchell feeling 'fine' after hard collision with Clippers' Paul George: 'I'm thankful it wasn't bad'

Mitchell missed the Jazz's final 16 regular-season games and Game 1 of the team's first-round series against the Grizzlies while recovering from a right ankle sprain.

Jordan Greer

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Snyder praises Ingles and Utah role players

The Utah Jazz finished with the NBA's best regular season record based on a balanced offensive attack and lethal outside shooting. Head coach Quin Snyder praised that approach in Game 2, which included big nights from Joe Ingles and Jordan Clarkson.

Kane Pitman

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Gobert is on the cusp of NBA history

With the 2020-21 award under wraps, Rudy Gobert has separated himself to join a short list of elite defenders in NBA history who have won the award at least three times. At 28, the Utah Jazz's durable franchise cornerstone is a legitimate threat to break the all-time record for most Defensive Player of the Year wins.

Yash Matange

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Complete history of DPOY winners

By winning the 2020-21 Defensive Player of the Year award, Rudy Gobert becomes the fourth player in NBA history to win the award at least thrice.

NBA.com Staff

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Gobert wins 3rd career DPOY award

Winning the third DPOY award of his career, Gobert becomes only the fourth player in NBA history to have won the award at least three times. He joins the likes of Dikembe Mutombo (four), Ben Wallace (four) and Dwight Howard (three).

Yash Matange

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How excellent Jazz defense (and poor Clippers offense) on final possession decided Game 1

The exciting ending was a product of a Jazz defense that scrambled but stayed solid — and a Clippers offense that missed its opportunities.

Jordan Greer

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Mitchell drops 45, sparks Jazz comeback to win Game 1

The Jazz got off to a slow start, including 20 straight misses early in the first quarter but they rebounded from that to clinch Game 1 on the final possession, 112-109. Donovan Mitchell, who was receiving counsel from the franchise's minority owner Dwyane Wade on the sidelines, led the comeback by scoring 32 of his game-high points tally in the second half.

Yash Matange

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Mitchell grateful for Wade's sideline advice

During the third quarter of the Utah Jazz's Game 1 win, minority owner Dwyane Wade was giving Donovan Mitchell some pointers from the bench, with the All-Star going on to record 45 points.

Benyam Kidane

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Jazz guard Mike Conley out for Game 1

The point guard was injured during the team's series-clinching win against Memphis last Wednesday.

Edward Sutelan

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Conley (hamstring) ruled out for Game 1

Mike Conley averaged 17.4 points, 8.6 assists and 3.8 rebounds in Utah's first-round series against Memphis, but the one-time All-Star left Game 5 with right hamstring soreness.

Scott Rafferty

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Kawhi's showing shades of 2019

In the Clippers' opening round series victory over the Mavericks, Kawhi Leonard delivered one of the most efficiently dominant scoring performances in the history of the NBA Playoffs, something reminiscent of his play during his last Finals run with the Raptors. There's a ways to go, but as LA moves on to face the Jazz, it will need even more of the same from its superstar forward to advance to the Western Conference Finals for the first time in franchise history.

Gilbert McGregor

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Mitchell has Jazz looking like title contender again

When the Jazz dropped Game 1 of the first round to the Grizzlies, the naysayers of the team with the best record in the league were ready to pounce on the opportunity to call an eight-over-one upset. Once All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell returned to the floor in Game 2, Utah immediately looked like the dominant force we saw all season long. The 24-year-old superstar made all the difference to advance his team out of the first round and he has the Jazz rolling with his first-ever Conference Finals appearance in sight.

Kyle Irving

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Preview: Can Clippers advance to their first Conference Finals?

Can the Clippers carry their momentum off the back of a seven-game series into the second round? Will the Jazz's five day rest be a blessing or a curse? Two of the best teams in the regular season meet in the second round in a star-studded matchup!

Benyam Kidane

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Complete list of COY winners

Gregg Popovich, Don Nelson and Pat Riley have each been named Coach of the Year three times, tying them for the most in NBA history. Take a look back at the history of coaches to earn the honour.

NBA.com Staff

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The most pivotal lineups of the second round

Trying to predict how a team's game plan will change in the second round of the playoffs can be impossible. For all eight of those teams, analyzing a specific lineup can be the key to seeing that bigger picture.

Matthew Blum

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Morant's father is rooting for Mitchell, Jazz

Tee Morant explained his rooting interest as a result of Jazz players' reaction to racist fans harassing him and his family in the stands.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Jazz blow by Grizzlies, advance to second round

Utah raced off to a 20-point first quarter lead and never looked back, cruising to a 126-110 victory. Mitchell, who was the spark in the first period, finished the game with a double-double of 30 points and 10 assists.

Yash Matange

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Conley 'tweaks' hamstring, will undergo MRI

"I feel like I'll be fine eventually," Conley said postgame. "Hopefully that's Game 1 of the 2nd round, but right now we just don't know. We'll reassess tomorrow." The veteran guard called his hamstring injury a 'tweak' and not as serious as the one that forced him to miss nine games towards the end of the regular season.

Yash Matange

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How to watch Wednesday's Game 5s

Highlighted by a pivotal Game 5 between the Clippers and Mavericks, a full night of playoff action also sees the 76ers, Hawks and Jazz embark upon opportunities to advance past the opening round.

Gilbert McGregor

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Ja Morant's mother won't attend Game 5 of Grizzlies-Jazz series in Utah: 'Her anxiety couldn't take it'

After being the subject of vulgar, racist taunts in Memphis' last game in Utah, Ja Morant's mother Jamie won't be attending Game 5 of the Jazz vs. Grizzlies series despite Jazz owner Ryan Smith comping Morant's family courtside seats.

Jacob Camenker

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Conley Jr. producing momentum-changing plays

In the space of two minutes, Mike Conley Jr. came up with a clutch steal and a pair of 3-pointers to help the Jazz hold off the Grizzlies in Game 4.

Benyam Kidane

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Mitchell stars as Jazz take 3-1 series lead

As many as seven Utah players scored eight or more as they took the best punches the young Grizzlies had to offer and yet prevailed with a 120-113 win in the pivotal Game 4.

Yash Matange

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What to watch for in Monday's Game 4s

After an action-packed weekend of playoff hoops with eight games, it's time to shift focus to significant Game 4s slated for Monday night. The Wizards aim to stay alive and force a Game 5 while the Jazz hope to take a dominant 3-1 series lead. Here are a few things to watch out for in these couple of games.

Yash Matange

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Mitchell not perfect in Jazz's Game 3 win, but he showed up at the perfect time

Mitchell scored 10 of the Jazz's last 14 points, leading Utah to a 121-111 victory over the Grizzlies.

Jordan Greer

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Clutch Jazz close out Grizz to take 2-1 lead

The Utah Jazz fought off a spirited Memphis Grizzlies squad to close out Game 3 in crunch time. Donovan Mitchell led the way with 29 points for Utah, who now take a 2-1 lead with the series back on home court.

Kane Pitman

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Jazz legend Mark Eaton dead at 64

Eaton died Friday night in an apparent bicycle crash. There is no evidence a vehicle was involved.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Former Jazz centre Mark Eaton dies at 64

Mark Eaton was an All-Star in 1989 and was named Defensive Player of the Year twice in his 11 seasons.

NBA.com Staff

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What to watch for in Saturday's playoff games

Saturday's busy slate consists of four playoff games, a pair of Game 4s and a pair of Game 3s. The Bucks will look to sweep the Heat, the Trail Blazers will try and even the series with the Nuggets, the 76ers look to keep the Wizards winless and the Grizzlies and Jazz aim to take a one-game lead in their series. Here are a couple of things to watch for in Saturday's games.

Kyle Irving

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Complete list of 6MOY winners

Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson has taken home the 2021 Sixth Man of the Year award, the first in Utah franchise history. He beat out his teammate Joe Ingles and Knicks guard Derrick Rose for this year's honour.

NBA.com Staff

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Jazz fans banned after making vulgar, racist comments toward Ja Morant's family

Wednesday's NBA playoff action was overshadowed by bad fan behavior, including an ugly incident during Game 2 of the first-round series between the Grizzlies and Jazz.

Jordan Greer

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Donovan Mitchell praises Ja Morant after record-setting performance

The Grizzlies guard set a franchise record with 47 points in a 141-129 loss against the Jazz in Game 2 of their first-round series.

Jordan Greer

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Morant downplays historic 47-point game

After the first two playoff games of his career, Morant's tally of 73 points in the second-most ever, courtesy of his career-best 47-piece in Game 2. Going into Game 3, multiple storylines could headline this series but, the Jazz's coverage on Morant and how he responds with a counter will be among the biggest.

Yash Matange

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Jazz overcome Morant's 47-point night to level series

The Jazz rediscovered their regular season form, as they shot 19 3-pointers and finished with seven players in double-digit points. Combined with the play of their three All-Stars, Utah was able to withstand Ja Morant's historic performance and win Game 2, 101-92.

Yash Matange

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Utah's Mitchell (ankle) cleared for Game 2

Donovan Mitchell, who has missed over a month with an ankle sprain, is set to make his return to action when the Jazz host the Grizzlies in Game 2.

Gilbert McGregor

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Keys to Wednesday's Game 2s

The 2021 NBA Playoffs roll on with three Game 2s on Wednesday. The Wizards are trying to steal a win in Philadelphia, the Hawks are looking to take another one from the Knicks at Madison Square Garden and the highly anticipated return of Donovan Mitchell sets the table for a big one between the Jazz and Grizzlies.

Kyle Irving

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Clarkson wins Sixth Man of the Year

The 28-year-old enjoyed an impressive season in Utah, helping the Jazz earn the league's best record, averaging a career-high 18.4 points off the bench.

Benyam Kidane

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Donovan Mitchell reportedly 'incensed' Jazz wouldn't let him play Game 1 vs. Grizzlies

Donovan Mitchell is not happy about having to sit out the Utah's Game 1 loss to the Grizzlies.

Jacob Camenker

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Raptors fan guide to the playoffs

If you're the type of fan that enjoys the game much more when you do have a team to cheer for, there are plenty of viable teams for Raptors fans to temporarily root for in the 2021 Playoffs. In addition to the four teams that feature Canadian talent – three, if you could never cheer for Boston – there are several former Raptors set to take the floor for their respective teams. And once a Raptor, always a Raptor, right?

Gilbert McGregor

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Grizzlies stun Jazz in Game 1 upset

The No.8 seed Grizzlies held their nerve down the stretch as Dillon Brooks and Ja Morant powered them to a 112-109 win over the No.1 seed Utah Jazz on the road.

Benyam Kidane

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Dillon Brooks makes great impression in playoff debut

The Memphis Grizzlies produced a stunning upset in Game 1, recovering from an early 14-point deficit to close out Game 1 in Utah. The pressure now swings to the Jazz, who will desperately look to avoid falling into a 2-0 hole in the 1 vs. 8 matchup.

Kane Pitman

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Mitchell (ankle) ruled out for Game 1 vs. Grizzlies

Mitchell missed the last 16 games of the regular season with a high ankle sprain.

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Donovan Mitchell injury update: Is Jazz star playing in Game 1 vs. Grizzlies?

Donovan Mitchell didn't play in the Jazz's final 16 regular-season games. Will he suit up for their playoff opener against the Grizzlies?

Jacob Camenker

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Preview: Can Grizzlies make Jazz work?

Coming out of the Play-In Tournament helped the Grizzlies clinch the eighth and final playoff seed in the Western Conference and earns them a first-round matchup against the Utah Jazz, the team with the league's best record in the regular season. Can they make some noise in their first postseason since 2017 or will the Jazz comfortably take care of business?

Yash Matange

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Which players have most to prove this playoffs?

With the 2021 NBA Playoffs starting up on Saturday, players will have the opportunity to shine on the bright stage and step up for their teams in pursuit of a championship. But as we've seen before legacies can be defined in the postseason, so you better bring your A-game. Who are the players that have the most to prove this playoffs?

Kyle Irving

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Complete guide to the first round

NBA.com is your destination for complete coverage of every series from now through the end of the NBA Finals. Below, we've got you covered with all you need to know ahead of each series in the first round.

NBA.com Staff

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Donovan Mitchell expects to return for Game 1 of Utah's playoff series

The star guard has been out since April 16 with an ankle injury.

Edward Sutelan

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NBA awards finalists revealed

The NBA has revealed the finalists for this season's awards, with a host of big names in the running for the most prestigious individual accolades in the game.

NBA.com Staff

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Jazz players award 30 students four-year college scholarships in heartwarming video

The Jazz lived up to their promise and gave out the first 30 of 55 scholarships they'll be awarding as a result of their 55 wins during the 2020-2021 NBA regular season and preseason.

Jacob Camenker

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Our picks for MVP, DPOY, MIP and more

Who should take home this season's hardware? Now that the regular season has drawn to a close, our NBA.com Staff share their picks for each end-of-season award, from Most Valuable Player to Coach of the Year.

NBA.com Staff

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Blazers extend longest active playoff streak

Damian Lillard and the Blazers are returning to the playoffs for the eighth straight season. In a moment that's Made to Chill, let's break down what it all means for Portland.

Scott Rafferty

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Jazz finish with NBA's best record

The Utah Jazz have blasted their way through the 2020-21 regular season, overcoming some late injury adversity to clinch the NBA's best record at 50-22. It's the first time in franchise history the team has finished with the best record and they will now carry home court advantage throughout the postseason.

Kane Pitman

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Highlights, scores from Friday's action

Just three days remained in the 2020-21 regular season and we got an eight-game slate with 16 teams in action. Check in below to catch up on the best from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

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Lakers, Blazers, Mavs in 3-way race to avoid Play-In

The Blazers and Mavericks need to win just one of their remaining two games, while the Lakers must stay perfect and hope results fall their way.

Benyam Kidane

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Highlights, scores from Wednesday's action

The Lakers kept their chances of avoiding the Play-In Tournament alive, while the Blazers and Mavericks edge closer to securing their playoff spots. Catch up on Wednesday's games below.

NBA.com Staff

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Curry comes up clutch as Dubs seal Play-In berth

Stephen Curry's late-game heroics earned the Warriors a victory over the Jazz and although their Play-In berth is sealed, the seeding still remains in doubt as the importance of their season finale against the Grizzlies gains considerable value by the day.

Yash Matange

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