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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Lakers legend Magic Johnson weighs in on Rui Hachimura trade

Johnson said that Hachimura is going to "really help the Lakers on both ends of the court," adding that his length and size will make a difference defensively.

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The latest on Giannis Antetokounmpo's knee injury

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

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When you can expect All-Star starter and reserve reveals

Here's when you can expect both the starters and reserves for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game to be announced.

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The good and bad from Stephen Curry since returning from injury

Since returning, Curry has averaged almost as many turnovers and fouls as assists while shooting just 31 percent from the 3-point line.

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Full list of players who become trade eligible on January 15

While most of the players who signed contracts in the offseason became trade eligible on Dec. 15, not all of them did. There's a small group of players who become trade eligible a month later.

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Jeremy Sochan's one-handed free throw, explained

Jeremy Sochan and the Spurs are playing the long game, and the early returns are encouraging.

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The latest on Chris Paul's hip injury

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

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NBA awards predictions at halfway point: Who should be MVP?

The Sporting News' NBA experts make their award picks at the halfway point of the 2022-23 season.

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Should Bucks be concerned about Antetokounmpo's shooting regression?

Forget 3-pointers. Antetokounmpo hasn't been the same player from floater range and midrange so far this season.

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Nikola Jokic can win a 3rd straight MVP, and here's his path

Being in the conversation is obviously different from actually winning the award, but Nikola Jokic's path to going back-to-back-to-back is becoming clearer by the day.

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Klay Thompson shows why patience is biggest key to turnaround

A recent turnover serves as the best example of how Klay Thompson has found his groove. Yes, you read that right — a turnover. Let me explain.

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The widespread impact of Kevin Durant's injury

Can the Nets survive the next few weeks without Kevin Durant? Let's take a closer look at the impact of his injury.

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The latest on Bradley Beal's hamstring injury

Here is what we know about Bradley Beal's injury and what it means moving forward.

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Jayson Tatum vs. Luka Doncic: Who will be better in five years?

TSN's Kyle Irving and Scott Rafferty discuss which one of Jayson Tatum and Luka Doncic will be better in five years.

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Updated picks for starters in 2023 NBA All-Star Game

It's only been two weeks since we last did this exercise, but enough has changed to warrant an update.

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The latest on Russell Westbrook's foot injury

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

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The latest on Andrew Wiggins' injury

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

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

As the calendar flips to 2023, now is as good of a time as ever to take stock of the league.

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Why nobody can stop Zion Williamson from scoring at the basket

Of the 14 field goals Zion Williamson made on his career night against the Timberwolves, there was one in particular that stood out.

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Gilgeous-Alexander building strong case to start in All-Star Game

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander might not have entered the 2022-23 season as a household name, but the Thunder guard has quickly proven himself to be one of the NBA's rising stars.

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Why Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla is out vs. Clippers

Mazzulla is set to miss his second game due to corneal abrasions in his eyes.

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LeBron James expresses frustration after another Lakers loss

James was asked how much longer he sees himself playing after a loss to the Heat. His response raised some eyebrows.

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How to watch Christmas NBA games in India

Jayson Tatum, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nikola Jokic and Devin Booker are among the stars who will take the floor on Christmas Day in 2022.

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How Ja Morant tweet and Draymond Green trash talk led to Christmas game

Ja Morant and Draymond Green spoke Warriors vs. Grizzlies on Christmas Day into existence.

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Who is playing on Christmas Day? Here's the full schedule

The Sporting News has you covered with everything you need to know about each Christmas Day matchup.

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NBA Christmas records: All-time leaders for points, assists, rebounds and more

The Sporting News has you covered with the NBA's Christmas Day single game and all-time leaders.

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LeBron James scrubbing 's' in 'Kings' sent internet into a frenzy

LeBron James is a man of many talents, but Photoshop might not be his thing.

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Tyrese Haliburton vs. Wally Szczerbiak beef, explained

Here's everything you need to know about the beef nobody saw coming.

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Dwyane Wade, Dirk Nowitzki headline list of 2023 Hall of Fame nominees

There will be no shortage of star power in the upcoming Basketball Hall of Fame classes.

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Is O.G. Anunoby worth Donovan Mitchell-like haul?

It sounds like the Raptors forward is a dream target for a lot of teams. Here's why.

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You won't believe this defensive stop from Giannis

Antetokounmpo had a number of highlight plays against the Pelicans on Monday, but his most impressive sequence of the night came on a possession nobody scored on.

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Can Lakers survive Anthony Davis' foot injury?

The Lakers will be without Anthony Davis indefinitely due to a foot injury.

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Picking 10 starters for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game

Much can change between now and when All-Star voting closes at the end of January, but here are the 10 players most deserving to start at this point of the season.

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The latest on when Joe Ingles could return for Bucks

Here's everything we know about Joe Ingles' injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.

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The latest on when Robert Williams could return to Celtics

Here's everything we know about Robert Williams III's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.

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The latest on Jalen Brunson's foot injury

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

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Best landing spots for DeRozan if Bulls star isn't untouchable

How good is DeRozan and which teams are an option for him if the Bulls do decide to take calls?

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Five cool easter eggs on The Michael Jordan MVP Trophy

The NBA paid tribute to all of Jordan's accomplishments in some pretty cool ways on the reimagined trophy.

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Warriors upcoming road trip puts spotlight on bad road record

The Warriors have been two different teams this season — dominant at home and miserable on the road.

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How Stephen Curry changed his game to torch the Celtics in Finals

The 2022 NBA Finals may end up being the crowning achievement of Stephen Curry's career.

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The latest updates on Stephen Curry's ankle injury

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

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Do the Timberwolves already regret the Rudy Gobert trade?

Friday's matchup between the Timberwolves and Jazz marks Rudy Gobert's first game in Utah since the blockbuster trade.

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Curry, LeBron among highest paid players for 2022-23 season

Warriors star Stephen Curry has been the NBA's highest-paid player each season since 2017-18.

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The latest on Chris Paul's return from heel injury

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

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Luka Doncic is stealing post moves from these legends

A Luka Doncic post-up is currently more valuable than LeBron James getting out in the open court, Ja Morant running a pick-and-roll, Klay Thompson sprinting off a screen or sharpshooter Fred VanVleet spotting up.

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Draymond Green picks side in LeBron vs. Jordan GOAT debate

Not only did Draymond Green pick a side, but he went into detail explaining his take.

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O.G. Anunoby is your favorite player's worst nightmare

There's a lot of the season still to go, but Raptors forward O.G. Anunoby is putting himself on notice with his ball-hawking defense.

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Magic or LeBron? How NBA GOATs compare statistically

With LeBron James set to pass Magic Johnson on the all-time assists list, here's how the two legends compare statistically.

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Khris Middleton's return is a game-changer for Giannis and the Bucks

How big of a deal is Middleton's return to a Bucks team that already looks like a contender? Let's dive in.

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Who is to blame for the Lakers' latest collapse?

Despite leading by as much as 17 points in the fourth, Los Angeles fell to Indiana by a final score of 116-115.

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Andrew Wiggins defends Luka Doncic better than anyone

Andrew Wiggins and the Warriors had more success guarding Luka Doncic in the 2022 Western Conference Finals than anyone expected. Here's how they did it.

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Meet the NBA's new corner-3 king

Move over, P.J. Tucker. There's a new corner shooter in town.

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Patrick Beverley gives his side on Deandre Ayton shove, ejection

The incident occurred with 3:55 remaining in the fourth quarter after Devin Booker committed a hard foul on Lakers guard Austin Reaves.

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Kawhi Leonard offers candid assessment following Clippers' return

Kawhi Leonard finished with six points, five rebounds and four assists against the Pistons.

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Ben Simmons' latest performance has KD excited

Ben Simmons flirted with a triple-double to the tune of 15 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists.

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Grading Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's cold-blooded game-winner

How impressive was Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's late-game heroics against Washington? Let's break it down.

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Grading Ja Morant's Jordan-esque dunk

How ridiculous was Morant's latest acrobatic finish? Let's break it down.

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Even Luka Doncic is confused about his shush celebration

It was a home game for the Mavericks, but Luka Doncic celebrated his game-sealing bucket with a shush gesture. Why? Not even he knows.

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Why the Warriors are assigning James Wiseman to the G League

The Warriors have assigned James Wiseman to the G League after he recently received three straight DNPs.

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Latest updates on Jaren Jackson Jr.'s return

The Grizzlies have been without starting power forward Jaren Jackson Jr. to start the 2022-23 season.

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Latest updates on LaMelo Ball's ankle injury

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

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The latest on Ben Simmons' knee injury

Here's the latest on when Ben Simmons could return to the Nets.

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The shot that has made Ja Morant totally unguardable

Ja Morant's new move makes him the most unstoppable point guard in the NBA.

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Why did Nets, head coach Steve Nash agree to part ways?

Following the team's win over Indiana on Monday, news broke that Brooklyn and Steve Nash have agreed to part ways.

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Why Russell Westbrook is coming off the bench vs. Timberwolves

Friday's matchup with the Timberwolves will mark the first time Westbrook hasn't started since his rookie season.

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The latest on when Darius Garland could return to Cavaliers

Here's everything we know about Darius Garland's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.

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Forbes: Knicks no longer most valuable team in NBA

The average NBA team is said to now be worth $2.86 billion, a 15 percent increase from a year ago.

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The latest on Russell Westbrook's hamstring injury

Here's the latest on how long the Lakers will be without Russell Westbrook, who is dealing with a hamstring injury.

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The seeds of Pascal Siakam's leap into superstardom are being planted

There's much more to Pascal Siakam's hot start to the season than his eye-popping numbers.

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Russell Westbrook's shooting is part of a much bigger Lakers problem

Russell Westbrook is far from the only reason the Lakers have struggled as much as they have, but one of his plays from their loss to the Trail Blazers illustrates their biggest issues.

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Why Kyle Lowry's return to All-Star form is East's biggest unknown

How much Kyle Lowry has left in the tank could shape both Miami's season and the Eastern Conference title race.

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The latest on when Zach LaVine could return to Bulls

Here's everything we know about Zach LaVine's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.

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LeBron James offers advice for Russell Westbrook after 0-11 performance

There are many reasons for the Lakers' 0-2 start to the season, but Russell Westbrook is once again shouldering a lot of the blame.

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Ranking every new team debut from Donovan Mitchell to Ben Simmons

The offseason musical chairs meant plenty of new faces in new places. We ranked the 10 biggest opening week debuts from first to worst.

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How Kawhi Leonard recovered from partial ACL tear

The Clippers are among the favorites to be crowned champions this NBA season, but to be the last team standing, they'll need Kawhi Leonard back on the court.

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Bizarre video features Draymond Green discussing Jordan Poole punch

Draymond Green went into more detail in the documentary, which some have called "bizarre" and "surreal" for its tone.

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How Kings' playoff drought stacks up all-time

The Kings have missed the playoffs 16 consecutive seasons. No other teams is even close.

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Who has the most championship rings among active NBA players?

LeBron James and Stephen Curry are two of five active players with four championship rings.

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Will Shai Gilgeous-Alexander be ready for Thunder's season opener?

Here's everything we know about Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.

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How NBA jerseys of all 30 teams will honor Bill Russell this season

In his 13-year career, Bill Russell earned 12 All-Star selections, 11 All-NBA selections, an NBA record 11 championships and five MVP awards.

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Will LeBron James change number after NBA retires Bill Russell's No. 6?

LeBron James headlines a group of active players wearing No. 6, which is now retired.

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The latest on when Danilo Gallinari could return for Celtics

Here's everything we know about Danilo Gallinari's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.

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How 76ers' offseason additions impact starting, closeup lineup

Depth was an issue for the 76ers last season. Now, they roll around 10 deep.

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Updated COVID protocols for 2022-23 NBA season

The NBA announced some key changes for this season.

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Why did Blake Griffin change his number to 91 after joining Celtics?

With an opportunity to contribute to a contender, Blake Griffin is channeling a certain Hall of Famer with his number choice.

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Full list of players to achieve rare quadruple-double

In the NBA's 75-year history, only four players have ever posted a quadruple-double.

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Southwest Division Preview: Sleepers, X-factors and burning questions

The Southwest Division is shaping up to be highly competitive this season and boasts some of the best players in the NBA.

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Expert predictions for 2022-23 season, including MVP and best record

Will Giannis Antetokounmpo win his third MVP award? Can the Warriors defend their title? Here are our full predictions for the 2022-23 NBA season.

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Best moments from Jeremy Lin's unforgettable Linsanity run

There are some moments in NBA history that fans will never forget. Linsanity is one of those moments.

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Central Division Preview: Sleepers, X-factors and burning questions

The Central Division went through some big changes this offseason, headlined by a blockbuster Donovan Mitchell trade.

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Ranking Victor Wembanyama's most absurd highlights vs. Ignite

Victor Wembanyama proved this week that he's unlike anything we've ever seen before.

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Victor Wembanyama is stretching the limits of a basketball unicorn

A lot can change in a year, but all the signs point toward the Frenchman being the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft.

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Here's how many points LeBron needs to average to catch Kareem

LeBron James is 1,326 points away from becoming the NBA's all-time leading scorer.

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Full details on Pau Gasol's jersey retirement with Lakers

Pau Gasol is set to have his jersey retired almost a decade after playing his last game with the Lakers.

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The NBA's complete sub 6-foot club

The Suns' Chris Paul and Pelicans' Jose Alvarado are among the shortest players currently in the NBA.

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Every 7-footer in the NBA in 2022

Rudy Gobert, Joel Embiid and Boban Marjanovic are among the tallest players in the NBA.

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Which NBA player has the highest career scoring average?

Michael Jordan and Wilt Chamberlain are the only players in NBA history with a career average of over 30 points per game.

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Why James Wiseman's preseason performance has Warriors giddy

James Wiseman played 23 minutes off the bench and was the game's leading scorer with 20 points.

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How offseason moves impact Warriors' starting, closing lineup

While Golden State's core of Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, Draymond Green and Andrew Wiggins remains the same, the franchise underwent a few changes this summer.

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The situation between Deandre Ayton and Suns seems very awkward

Deandre Ayton is giving off some strong Eric Bledsoe vibes going into the 2022-23 season.

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Lakers committed to building contender around LeBron James

The Lakers are light on future draft picks due to the Anthony Davis trade, which included four first-rounders.

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The most interesting things Ben Simmons said on JJ Redick's podcast

It's been a while since we heard from Ben Simmons, but the three-time All-Star chatted with JJ Redick for over an hour ahead of the 2022-23 season.

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Everything you need to know about EuroBasket's knockout round

The rules from here on out are simple: win or go home.

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You won't believe how much Michael Jordan's jersey sold for

The 1998 NBA Finals marked the last of six championships won by Michael Jordan in his Hall of Fame career.

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Redrafting the 2016 NBA Draft, from Simmons and Siakam to VanVleet

Most of the players in the 2016 NBA Draft are entering their prime, making it an interesting time to revisit it.

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Stephen Curry shares thoughts on possible Warriors reunion with Kevin Durant

In an interview with Rolling Stone, Stephen Curry revealed that the Warriors considered a Kevin Durant reunion.

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Manu Ginobili's Hall of Fame impact in six words or less

In honor of arguably the greatest sixth man of all time being inducted into the Hall of Fame, members of our TSN staff share how they'll remember Manu Ginobili's career.

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Ranking the best players in EuroBasket 2022's knockout stage

EuroBasket 2022 started with 24 teams. Now, 16 remain. Who are the best players still in the tournament?

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Which WNBA team has won the most championships?

Six franchises are responsible for 21 of the 25 championships in WNBA history.

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Luka Doncic makes EuroBasket history with 47-point game

Luka Doncic posted the second-highest scoring game in EuroBasket history in Slovenia's win over France.

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How Knicks' offers for Donovan Mitchell compared to final trade

It once looked like Donovan Mitchell was destined to be a Knick. What happened?

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Does Donovan Mitchell actually make the Cavaliers contenders?

The stunning Donovan Mitchell trade has the potential to make the Cavaliers a force in the Eastern Conference.

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How NBA players reacted to shocking Donovan Mitchell trade

Donovan Mitchell joins a Cavaliers team that surpassed expectations in the 2021-22 season.

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Slovenia vs. Lithuania score, results: Luka Doncic shines with double-double

Luka Doncic recorded 14 points and 10 assists in Slovenia's win over Lithuania to open EuroBasket 2022.

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Luka Doncic's new move is 'insane' as advertised

The Mavericks' star is breaking out out Kareem's iconic skyhook this summer and it is glorious.

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EuroBasket 2022 expert picks, predictions and best bets

Ahead of EuroBasket 2022, members of The Sporting News staff give their picks and predictions.

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Chet Holmgren to miss 2022-23 season with Lisfranc injury

The No. 2 overall pick will miss the entirety of the 2022-23 season, postponing his rookie debut to the 2023-24 campaign.

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Durant's return is last piece of Nets' championship puzzle

While Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving dominated headlines this offseason, the Nets quietly went about their business and assembled one of the deepest teams in the NBA.

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Have teams forgotten how good Durant is?

Kevin Durant requested a trade nearly two months ago but remains on the Nets. Have teams forgotten how good the 12-time All-Star is?

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Jimmy Butler's game holds key to Barrett solving greatest weakness

RJ Barrett made big strides in 2021-22, but an important part of his game still needs some refining.

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Wiggins took All-Defensive results personally in championship run

After earning an All-Star selection and championship, Andrew Wiggins is determined to make the All-Defensive team.

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Can the Pelicans make some noise in the Western Conference?

The Pelicans enter the 2022-23 season with the same roster, but with one key addition: Zion Williamson, who missed the entire 2021-22 season with an injury.

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What to expect from Bucks in upcoming season

As long as the Bucks have their core of Giannis Antetokounmpo, Khris Middleton and Jrue Holiday healthy, they'll have as good of a shot as any team at winning the title.

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Will 76ers finish with best record in the East?

The 2021-22 season ended in disappointing fashion for the 76ers. How did Philadelphia respond? By having one of the best offseasons in the league.

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