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All-Decade Team for 1990s

10 years, five players, one impossible task. Aside from a couple of no-brainers, choosing the All-Decade Team for the 1990s proved tough. The centres alone were a task, but in the end we made difficult choices. Our week-long decade-by-decade trip through NBA history continues with the '90s.

Carlan Gay

Best forgotten players of 1990s

We're taking today to look back on the best players, teams and biggest storylines of the 1990s, but we also wanted to shine a light on players you may have forgotten about.

NBA.com Staff

You can't tell the story of the 1990s without...

Michael Jordan. The Chicago Bulls. The Dream Team. The 1996 NBA Draft. The 1990s was one of the defining decades in NBA history.

Benyam Kidane

Bird's clutch steal in '87 ECF vs. Pistons

The Celtics emerged 108-107 to take a 3-2 series lead, thanks to Bird's heroics, setting the stage for a fourth-straight trip to the NBA Finals.

Benyam Kidane

NBA Soundsystem LIVE: Sweet 16?

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Micah Adams debate some of the alternative playoff formats being discussed for the NBA's potential return later this summer at Disney World.

NBA.com Staff

Best forgotten players of 2000s

We're taking today to look back on the best players, teams and biggest storylines of the 2000s, but we also wanted to shine a light on players you may have forgotten about.

NBA.com Staff

You can't tell the story of the 2000s without...

Did Kobe, Duncan or Shaq take the crown for best player? How did Vinsanity set the stage for the next 20 years? What did MVPs for Nash and Nowitzki mean for the NBA's growing popularity? And how do the 2001 Lakers stack up with the 2008 Celtics?

Micah Adams

All-Decade Team for 2000s

10 years, five players, one impossible task. Aside from a couple of no-brainers, choosing the All-Decade Team for the 2000s proved tough. Steve Nash or Jason Kidd? LeBron James or Kevin Garnett? Our week-long decade-by-decade trip through NBA history continues with our second All-Decade Team.

Benyam Kidane

OTD: Larry Bird's clutch steal vs. Pistons in 1987

Bird's steal resulted in a game-winning layup by Dennis Johnson, helping the Celtics win a crucial Game 5 at home 107-106. The reigning champions eventually prevailed in seven and advanced to their fourth straight NBA Finals.

Yash Matange

Pierce, Celtics complete historic comeback vs. Nets in '02

After trailing by 26 points in the third quarter, the Celtics dominated the final frame (41-16), with Pierce outscoring the Nets by himself (19-16).

Benyam Kidane

Best forgotten players of 2010s

We're taking today to look back on the best players, teams and biggest storylines of the 2010s, but we also wanted to shine a light on players you may have forgotten about.

NBA.com Staff

You can't tell the story of the 2010s without...

From LeBron, Dwade and Chris Bosh forming the Heatles to KD joining the 73-win Warriors, player movement helped shaped the 2010s and change the NBA forever.

Carlan Gay

All-Decade Team for 2010s

10 years, five players, one impossible task. Aside from a couple of no-brainers, choosing the All-Decade Team for the 2010s proved tough. Kevin Durant or Kawhi Leonard? James Harden, Chris Paul or Russell Westbrook? And what about the centres? Our week-long decade-by-decade trip through NBA history kicks off with our first All-Decade Team.

Scott Rafferty

NBA exploring July season return at Disney World

The NBA is currently exploring resuming the 2019-20 season at ESPN Wide World of Sports in Orlando.

Benyam Kidane

The four tiers of title contenders

If the NBA does return, it will do so under unprecedented conditions. Introducing unknown variables increases the odds for chaos, and there's no better equalizer than chaos.

Micah Adams

OTD: Raps seal 1st-ever Finals spot in 2019

The Raptors came back from 15 points down to clinch Game 6 and their first Conference Championship, bringing the NBA Finals outside the US for the first time in league history.

Yash Matange

Nash & Diaw lead Suns past Mavs in '06 playoffs

In Game 1 of the 2006 Western Conference Finals, Steve Nash and Boris Diaw combined for 61 points to lead the Phoenix Suns to a thrilling 121-118 win.

Benyam Kidane

Dirk (40 PTS) powers Mavs to comeback win

After trailing by 15 points with five minutes remaining in regulation, the Mavs rallied to secure a 112-105 overtime win over the Thunder to take a 3-1 series lead in the Western Conference Finals.

Benyam Kidane

🎥 IG Live with Wizards' Navin Hettiarachchi

The Sri Lankan native, who has been with the Wizards since 2003, shares his journey from Sri Lanka to Washington D.C and also discusses “Nutrition & Self-Care for Athletes” on NBA India's Instagram Live session on May 19th.

Yash Matange

Re-live LeBron's 1st playoff walk-off game-winner

Down 95-93 with just a second left, the Cavaliers win Game 2 of the 2009 Eastern Conference Finals behind reigning league MVP LeBron James' first career playoff buzzer-beating game-winner.

Yash Matange

OTD: "Beat LA" chants originate in Boston in 1982

It comes as no surprise that the famous 'Beat LA' chant began in Boston, not to mention at it's famous arena - the Boston Garden. However, what's fascinating is that the Lakers weren't part of the game when the chant originated.

Yash Matange

Is this Harden's year to break through?

The stars have aligned for James Harden and the Houston Rockets to make a deep playoff run should the season return, but will the Beard be able to finally reach the mountain top?

Carlan Gay

NBA family reacts to Sloan's passing

"Blessed that I got to play for him and learn so much from him during my 5 1/2 years in Utah," Deron Williams wrote on Instagram. "You knew he always had your back when you stepped out on that court."

NBA.com Staff

Hall of Fame coach Jerry Sloan dies at 78

“Jerry Sloan will always be synonymous with the Utah Jazz," the Jazz announced in a statement. "He will forever be a part of the Utah Jazz organization and we join his family, friends and fans in mourning his loss."

NBA.com Staff

Re-Live the Harden-Curry Game 2 duel from 2015

The runner-up to the 2014-15 MVP race - James Harden was one assist shy of a triple-double (38 PTS, 10 REB, 9 AST) but a costly turnover on the game's final possession helped league MVP Stephen Curry (33 PTS) and the Warriors ice the game and extend their series lead to 2-0.

Yash Matange

OTD: Warriors' historic 12-0 run to 2017 NBA Finals

By sweeping past their Western Conference opponents, the Warriors became the third team in NBA history to enter the NBA Finals with an unbeaten record.

Yash Matange

The Eastern Conference's Nikola Jokic

Bam Adebayo is known for his high-flying dunks and his defensive prowess, but he's quietly developed into the Heat's version of Nikola Jokic, a devastating passer at the centre position who they can run their offence through. The scary thought? Adebayo is only going to get better.

Scott Rafferty

LBA se NBA tak: Waiting for India’s ‘Singh Sanity’ Moment

Beginning with Rapper ‘Kaam Bhaari''s introduction to basketball with his recent trip to the Ludhiana Basketball Academy (LBA), we take a look back at the academy's history, how it flooded state and national teams after its inception in 2002, and how Punjabis continue to be among the favourites to be the first Indian-born ballers to make the leap to the NBA.

Gopalakrishnan R

OTD: Ralph Sampson's game-winner vs. Lakers in 1986

The last-second shot eliminated the reigning champion Los Angeles Lakers in the Conference Finals, making 1985-86 the only season that the purple and gold franchise didn't make the NBA Finals in a seven-year span between 1982 and 1989.

Yash Matange

Re-live Mario Elie's 'Kiss of Death' in 1995

In the 1995 Western Conference Semifinals, Mario Elie came up clutch in Game 7 to seal a 115-114 win over the Phoenix Suns.

Benyam Kidane

Nobody defends stars like Ben Simmons

No player in the NBA guards All-Stars more than Simmons. Here's how one number and two nostalgic trips down memory lane show why the 6'10" Aussie has more star-stopping potential than any player in today's NBA.

Micah Adams

OTD: 25th anniversary of Mario Elie's 'Kiss of Death'

In 1995, Elie's clutch corner triple sealed the Rockets comeback from 3-1 down. Thus, becoming only the fifth franchise (at that time) and the first in 13 years to do so.

Yash Matange

KD & Russ power comeback in 2012 playoffs

Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook scored 21 of the Thunder's 32 fourth quarter points as they pulled off an epic comeback win over the Los Angeles Lakers, 103-100 in Game 4 of the 2012 Western Conference Semi-finals.

Benyam Kidane

Building the perfect team around MJ using today's players

Imagine Michael Jordan in today's NBA. Now imagine you're given the job of building the perfect team around MJ. Where do you spend big? Which types of players do you look for? Are you saving on Fred VanVleet or splurging on Stephen Curry? That's just one of the decisions to be made in filling out our 14-man roster.

Scott Rafferty

Big picture takeaways from 'The Last Dance'

After 10 riveting episodes with fresh commentary and never-before-seen footage, it's time to reconsider several big picture narratives surrounding the most iconic team of the 90s.

Carlan Gay

NBA Soundsystem LIVE: Recapping the Last Dance

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Micah Adams recap the final two episodes of the 'Last Dance' and discuss what they took away from it.

NBA.com Staff

OTD: KG leads T-Wolves to 1st Conf. Finals in 2004

With arguably one of the greatest games of his career, Garnett led the franchise past the Sacramento Kings in Game 7 of the Conference Semifinals with 32 points, 21 rebounds, five blocks, four steals, and two assists.

Yash Matange

Would Jordan and Bulls have four-peated?

After winning their sixth and final championship in the 1997-98 season, the Bulls infamously and unceremoniously disbanded. No Michael Jordan. No Scottie Pippen. No Dennis Rodman. No Phil Jackson. But what if everyone came back? Would they have completed the four-peat in 1999?

NBA.com Staff

🎥: Jordan's Game 6 heroics in 1998 Finals

Following the conclusion of The Last Dance, what better time to re-visit Game 6 of the 1998 NBA Finals — Michael Jordan's last game with the Chicago Bulls and of course, the last shot.

Benyam Kidane

How many MVPs should Jordan have won?

On this date in 1998, Michael Jordan won his fifth and final MVP award. Should he have won more of them? Or did he actually win too many? Here's a closer look at the seasons he did and didn't take home the hardware.

Micah Adams

Test your knowledge on 'The Last Dance'

How many attempts did it take Jordan to get past the Bad Boy Pistons? What was the meaning behind one of Dennis Rodman's iconic hairdos? And just how underpaid was Scottie Pippen in 1997-98? Test your knowledge of ESPN's "The Last Dance"!

NBA.com Staff

Four stats to know about the ROY race

The Rookie of the Year debate was starting to heat up before the season was suspended, but is Ja Morant actually at risk of losing to Zion Williamson? Let's take a closer look at four stats to get an idea of how close the race actually is.

Scott Rafferty

Rockets have unleashed a terrifying version of Westbrook

Are the Rockets taking small ball to the extreme? Yes. Do the Rockets suddenly have the most dominant inside scorer in the entire league? Yes! The Rockets have doubled down on Russell Westbrook, and the former MVP is blossoming like never before.

Scott Rafferty

'The Last Dance': NBA family reacts to Ep. 9 & 10

Plenty of personalities from the NBA family took to Twitter to share their reactions to Episodes 9 and 10, which released worldwide (outside the US) on Netflix on May 18th

NBA.com Staff

'The Last Dance': 5 takeaways from Ep. 9 & 10

Bulls documentary concludes with the dynasty's toughest matchup and Michael Jordan's last shot.

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A look at the post-MJ Bulls era

The post-Jordan era for the Chicago Bulls will be remembered as a time when high draft picks were wasted, the teams never had an identity and trades were constant.

Sergio Rabinal

OTD: Michael Jordan is named 1998 NBA MVP

The 1997-98 MVP award was Jordan's fifth of his career - tied for the second-most all-time with Bill Russell. Only Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (6) has won more.

Yash Matange

What is Reggie Miller's legacy?

"I'm going to retire Michael Jordan." Imagine having the confidence to even think that. Imagine having the confidence to truly believe that. Now imagine having the confidence to say it out loud. Reggie Miller stands as one of his generations iconic figures, a legendary trash-talking, sweet-shooting Hall-of-Famer who pushed His Airness to the absolute edge. But what if there's also some myth behind the mythology?

Micah Adams

Is Stockton still underrated?

John Stockton played 19 years in the NBA and set the bar high for the standard of point guards in the NBA.

Carlan Gay

Magic jumps center, leads Lakers to 1980 NBA title

IN Game 6 of the 1980 NBA Finals, Magic Johnson jumped center, played every position and led the Lakers to the NBA championship in one of the greatest Finals performances of all time.

Benyam Kidane

Bucks & Raptors face-off in Gm 1 of 2019 East Finals

Fueled by a playoff career-high 29 points from Brook Lopez, the Bucks clinched Game 1 108-100. They closed the game on a 10-0 run and forced the Raptors to miss their final eight shot attempts.

Yash Matange

Tougher road in playoffs: MJ or LeBron?

One is 6-0 in the Finals. One is 3-6 in the Finals. One faced a far easier road to get there. One faced a far more daunting task once there. A closer look into the playoff opponents of MJ and LeBron reveals there is far more to the GOAT conversation than 6-0 or 3-6.

Micah Adams

NBA Draft key dates, deadlines

The next key date on the calendar is May 19, when the 2020 NBA Draft Lottery is currently scheduled to be held.

NBA.com Staff

LBJ & D-Wade star as Heat eliminate Nets in 2014

LeBron James and Dwyane Wade combined for 57 while Ray Allen came up clutch on both ends of the floor as the Heat overcame a 34-point night from Joe Johnson to win Game 5 and advance to their fourth straight Conference Finals.

Yash Matange

OTD: Bird, Celtics win 1981 title

The Celtics defeated the Houston Rockets 4-2 in the 1981 Finals for their first championship since 1976. The title sparked a seven-year run where the franchise made five Finals and went 3-2.

Yash Matange

Would Durant's return make Nets a contender?

While Kevin Durant remains unlikely to return for the Brooklyn Nets this season, the unprecedented months-long stoppage in play casts a shadow of doubt on any original plans. What would a Durant mean for the Nets and could an unlikely 2020 contender emerge in Brooklyn?

NBA.com Staff

Wilson to become official NBA ball from 2021-22

The partnership to tip off with 2021-22 NBA and NBA G League seasons, 2022 WNBA season, 2021 NBA 2K League season and the Inaugural BAL season

Offical release

OKC & Grizzlies' OT battle in 2013 playoffs

In Game 4 of the 2013 Western Conference Semifinals, the Memphis Grizzlies grinded out a 103-97 win in overtime to take a commanding 3-1 series lead.

Benyam Kidane

MJ always found motivation

The best to ever do it always found something to get him going to beat you even if nothing was there. Need proof? Here are several examples.

Carlan Gay

OTD: A.I. sets playoff record with 10 steals

In 1999, Allen Iverson dominated on both ends to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to victory over the Orlando Magic in Game 3 of their first-round playoff series.

NBA.com Staff

CJ drops 37 PTS in Game 7 on the road

CJ McCollum turned in a playoff performance for the ages, pouring in 37 points on the road to lead the Blazers to their first Western Conference Finals in 19 years.

Benyam Kidane

Re-live Kawhi's epic Game 7 buzzer-beater

Kawhi Leonard buried the biggest shot in Raptors franchise history in Game 7 against the 76ers — the first Game 7 buzzer-beater in NBA history.

Benyam Kidane

LIVE: Recapping Ep. 7 and 8 of the Last Dance

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Micah Adams recap episodes seven and eight of the 'Last Dance' and get you set for the final two episodes.

NBA.com Staff

Are the 72-10 Bulls the best ever?

The 1995-96 Chicago Bulls had it all: the best player, the best coach and the best record in league history at the time — but are they the best team ever?

NBA.com Staff

Players who would have most to prove in playoffs

We still don't know if the 2020 NBA Playoffs will take place, but if they do, all eyes will be on Pascal Siakam, Russell Westbrook, Ben Simmons and Giannis Antetokounmpo as they each have something to prove.

Scott Rafferty

Kukoc's rookie season without Jordan

The Croatian jumped into the NBA with a spectacular record for a 24-year-old, but he was a total stranger in the United States. However, it didn't take him long to gain the trust of Phil Jackson and dazzle the fans at the United Center.

Nacho Losilla

OTD: Kawhi series-clincher vs. 76ers in 2019

Leonard's shot was the first-ever Game 7 buzzer-beater and only the second shot in NBA history to end a series in a do-or-die game.

Yash Matange

Splash Bros combine for 62 PTS vs Blazers in '16 playoffs

Steph Curry scored 14 of his 29 points in the fourth quarter, including the Warriors' final seven points to seal the 125-121 win.

Benyam Kidane

Four players trending upwards before season suspension

Prior to the NBA season being suspended due to the coronavirus pandemic, Jayson Tatum, Russell Westbrook, Kristaps Porzingis and Bradley Beal were among the players who were trending upwards. How were they doing it and what did it mean for their respective teams? Let's take a closer look.

Scott Rafferty

The Last Dance: NBA players react to Episodes 7 & 8

Multiple NBA players, former and current, took to Twitter to share their reactions to Episodes 7 and 8, which released worldwide (outside the US) on Netflix on May 11th

NBA.com Staff

The Last Dance: 5 takeaways from Episodes 7 and 8

Bulls doc bridges championship runs as Jordan takes baseball sojourn, returns wearing No. 45.

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Fast facts: LaBradford Smith

LaBradford Smith played just three seasons in the NBA, but saved his career highlight for a memorable matchup against Michael Jordan in 1993.

Benyam Kidane

Jordan's battle for the 1996 Finals MVP

Michael Jordan had a perfect 6-of-6 record when it came to Finals MVP awards, but when he faced the Seattle Super Sonics in the 1996 NBA Finals, he had plenty of competition from Shawn Kemp and even his own teammate Dennis Rodman.

Leandro Fernández

Fast facts: Scott Burrell

Burrell, whose only NBA title came in Chicago, averaged 5.2 points and 2.5 rebounds in 13.7 minutes across 80 games in his lone season (1997-98) with the franchise.

Yash Matange

What was being said when Jordan retired, returned

On Oct. 6, 1993, Michael Jordan announced that he was retiring from the game of basketball. Less than two years later, he announced that he was coming back. Here's what was being said at the time of both historic announcements.

Scott Rafferty

Pick a sixth man for post-80s dream team

What if you were tasked with building the perfect team, but with the catch that you didn't know the actual identities of the players you were picking from? We took some of the best players from the last three decades, lined up their stats and removed the names. Up next is the sixth man.

Scott Rafferty

Timeline of Michael Jordan's 6 NBA titles

Jordan led the Bulls to six championships in as many Finals appearances over an eight-year span. The six titles has the Bulls tied in third for the most NBA championships ever behind the Boston Celtics (17) and the Los Angeles Lakers (16).

Yash Matange

OTD: Steph named unanimous MVP (2016)

Curry received all 131 first-place votes, becoming the first player to win back-to-back MVPs since LeBron James in 2012 and 2013.

NBA.com Staff

Michael Jordan's baseball sabbatical

After landing his first three-peat with the Chicago Bulls, MJ surprised everyone by not only announcing his sudden retirement, but taking on the challenge of being a professional in another sport.

Leandro Fernández

A.I. drops 54 PTS vs. Raptors in 2001 playoffs

Allen Iverson and Vince Carter put on a show in the 2001 Eastern Conference Semi-finals, but Game 2 belonged to A.I.

Benyam Kidane

Ranking every Michael Jordan playoff opponent

What is the hardest team the Bulls ever faced in the NBA Finals? Which is the best of the Bad Boy Pistons teams they faced? Which of the two three-peats featured tougher opponents? Presenting a complete breakdown of all 37 of Jordan's playoff opponents.

Micah Adams

Airball Jordan? How the Magic topped MJ in 1995

A turnover with the chance to win Game 1? An airball with the season on the line? There are dents in the sculpture of Michael Jordan's perception of perfection. Here's a closer look into what happened the last time MJ came up short in the playoffs.

Micah Adams

OTD: Paul Pierce called 'Game' vs. Hawks in 2015

The fadeaway jumper was the last of seven game-winning buzzer-beaters that Pierce knocked down over the course of his 19-year NBA career.

Yash Matange

50th anniversary of 1970 NBA Finals Game 7

This iconic Game 7 contest at the Madison Square Garden helped the Knicks clinch their first NBA Championship in franchise history behind an inspired performance by point guard Walt Frazier.

Yash Matange

MJ wasn't the only NBA star to play baseball

Michael Jordan's flirtation with baseball wasn't unique to him as an NBA player. Danny Ainge, Pat Connaughton and even Hall of Famer Dave DeBusschere all had MLB connections.

Agustín Aboy

6 stats that define MJ wearing 45

19. 55. 1. 50. 13. 5. What do these numbers have in common? They help explain Michael Jordan's 1994-95 season, the one in which he played in only 17 regular season games and wore No. 45 instead of No. 23.

Scott Rafferty

Pick a C for post-80s dream team

What if you were tasked with building the perfect team, but with the catch that you didn't know the actual identities of the players you were picking from? We took some of the best players from the last three decades, lined up their stats and removed the names. Up next is the centre position.

Scott Rafferty

What happened to the NBA without MJ?

Michael Jordan abruptly retired ahead of the 1993-94 NBA season, which left the league wide open for the first time in many years.

Carlan Gay

Lowry-Wade 2nd half Game 3 duel in 2016

The two All-Stars scored 29 points apiece in the second half, ensuring that this Raptors-Heat series would see a third-straight game decided by six points or lesser.

Yash Matange

Right or Wrong: Pippen's infamous decision

One of the most debated topics of Scottie Pippen's career isn't whether he would have won a title without Michael Jordan. It's a moment from Game 3 of the 1994 Eastern Conference Semifinals that he may want to have back.

Carlan Gay

Pick a PF for post-80s dream team

What if you were tasked with building the perfect team, but with the catch that you didn't know the actual identities of the players you were picking from? We took some of the best players from the last three decades, lined up their stats and removed the names. Up next is the power forward position.

Scott Rafferty

Kukoč's game-winner shouldn't be a footnote

Everyone knows of Kukoč's game-winner against the Knicks in Game 3 of the 1994 NBA Playoffs because of how Scottie Pippen reacted to the play not being drawn up for him, which is a shame because it was a big-time shot from a player who became an integral part of Chicago's second three-peat of the decade.

Scott Rafferty

Every game-winning buzzer-beater of Jordan's career

Michael Jordan hit nine game-winning buzzer-beaters in his NBA career, which is the most all-time. Let's relive each one of them in chronological order.

Scott Rafferty

The perfect date for NBA fans

How May 7th became the unequivocal best day for NBA fans through a series of memorable moments and milestones.

Sidd Sinha

Cavs x Hawks match 3PT record in 2016 playoffs

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Atlanta Hawks weren't shy letting it fly from deep as both teams combined for 37 made threes in Game 3 of their second-round matchup in the 2016 playoffs.

Benyam Kidane

What if the Bulls traded Pippen?

A dynasty in Seattle? Jordan, Ewing and Phil with the Knicks? Pippen vs. Jordan in the NBA Finals? The 1994 near-blockbuster trade that would have sent Pippen to the SuperSonics would have created a landscape-shifting tidal wave felt for years. What if Bulls actually traded Pippen? Here's a look at the completely fictional year-by-year alternate history in which a second Bulls 3-peat never happens.

Micah Adams

Watch: Classic 'I Love This Game' commercials

Over the years, the NBA has had some of the best commercials and slogans. 'I Love This Game' is at the top of the list.

Carlan Gay

Pick a SF for post-80s dream team

What if you were tasked with building the perfect team, but with the catch that you didn't know the actual identities of the players you were picking from? We took some of the best players from the last three decades, lined up their stats and removed the names. Up next is the small forward position.

Scott Rafferty

Durant comes up clutch vs. Grizzlies in 2013

In Game 1 of the 2013 Western Conference Semifinals, Kevin Durant took over down the stretch to help the Thunder pull off an improbable comeback.

Benyam Kidane

Pick a SG for post-80s dream team

What if you were tasked with building the perfect team, but with the catch that you didn't know the actual identities of the players you were picking from? We took some of the best players from the last three decades, lined up their stats and removed the names. Up next is the shooting guard position.

Scott Rafferty

Barkley scores career-high 56 PTS in 1994 playoffs

Barkley's 56 points is tied for the third-highest playoff total in NBA history, behind only Michael Jordan (63) and Elgin Baylor (61).

Benyam Kidane

Better Bull: Horace Grant or Dennis Rodman?

They each won three championships as the third-best player on the Bulls behind Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen. But if you had to pick just one, who would you go with?

NBA.com Staff

Pick a PG for post-80s dream team

What if you were tasked with building the perfect team, but with the catch that you didn't know the actual identities of the players you were picking from? We took some of the best players from the last three decades, lined up their stats and removed the names. Up first is the point guard position. Which player would you want to lead your team?

Scott Rafferty

The Last Dance: Player reactions to Ep. 5 & 6

Multiple NBA players, former and current, took to Twitter to share their reactions to Episodes 5 and 6, which released worldwide (outside the US) on Netflix on May 4th.

NBA.com Staff

The Last Dance: 5 takeaways from Episodes 5, 6

Championship fatigue, 'a competition problem' & Air Jordans get shine as Bulls doc crosses midpoint.

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OTD: Curry named 2014-15 NBA MVP

Curry was only the second player in franchise history (after Wilt Chamberlain as a rookie) and the first since the team moved to the West Coast (since 1962-63) to be named MVP.

Yash Matange

MJ and Kobe's epic All-Star Game duel

The star of the decade against the teenager who was trying to follow a similar path. Under the bright lights of Madison Square Garden, Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant put on a show that will never be forgotten.

Leandro Fernández

Barkley & Malone: The other MVPs of the '90s

The Phoenix Suns and Utah Jazz power forwards were, in 1993 and 1997 respectively, the only two players who managed to claim the MVP award in one of the seasons in which the Chicago Bulls were champions. However, in the Finals, MJ ended up prevailing.

Agustín Aboy

Remembering MJ's final game at MSG with Bulls

Rocking his iconic red-and-black Air Jordans, Jordan put on a show in his final game at Madison Square Garden with the Chicago Bulls, pouring in 42 points, eight rebounds, six assists, three steals and one block.

Sergio Rabinal

There's more to Paxson's game-winner than meets the eye

John Paxson was the hero of Game 6 of the 1993 NBA Finals, as his 3-pointer in the closing seconds helped the Bulls win their third straight title. However, Paxson's shot was as much about him as it was Jordan even though Jordan didn't get credited for doing anything on the play. Here's why.

Scott Rafferty

How Jordan revolutionised sneakers and fashion

Michael Jordan was not only unique on the court, he had the same impact off it. From being the young athlete which several sportswear companies fought for his signature, he became a cultural icon, with a lasting impact to this day.

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Monte Carlo: The greatest game nobody ever saw

Just hours before the start of the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, the Dream Team held a legendary practice, in which nine future Hall of Famers faced each other. We take a look back at the teams, results and top scorers in another legendary MJ performance.

Juan Estevez

Wall comes up clutch to force Game 7

With 3.5 seconds remaining, Wall buried a three-pointer over Avery Bradley to give Washington a 92-91 win to force Game 7 against the Boston Celtics.

Benyam Kidane

Draft Lottery and Combine postponed

The league has yet to make an announcement on whether to postpone the 2020 NBA Draft.

NBA.com Staff

Detlef Schrempf raises funds for Seattle Children's

The German forward has created a 'Det's Superstars for Seattle Children's COVID-19 Relief' fund to help Seattle Children's Hospital manage the challenges that arise while dealing with COVID-19.

Yash Matange

Was Isiah Thomas deserving of the Dream Team?

The absence of the Pistons guard on the 1992 Dream Team has long been linked to a request by Michael Jordan. But was Isiah deserving? And who would he replace?

Juan Estevez

5 historic teams that deserve a documentary

Which teams would be most interesting to get a peek behind the curtain? We looked at recent history of the NBA to find the most appealing suitors for a documentary series in the style of ' The Last Dance'.

Sergio Rabinal

OTD: Lillard's series-winner vs. Rockets in 2014

Lillard's memorable three-pointer not only sealed Game 6 and the series against the Houston Rockets, but it also booked the franchise's first Conference Semifinals ticket since 2000 after six previous attempts.

Yash Matange

Ginobili comes up clutch in 2OT vs. Warriors (2013)

With 1.2 seconds remaining in the second overtime period, Manu Ginobili buried a wide-open three-pointer to seal the win, 129-127.

Benyam Kidane

Best players that didn't make Dream Team

Isiah Thomas isn't the only star who missed out on making the Dream Team.

Micah Adams

Kobe voted best scorer since MJ

We picked 16 of the best one-on-one scorers since Michael Jordan, seeded them 1-16 and placed them in a bracket. Each day fans on NBA.com voted for each matchup and we have a winner... Kobe Bryant! In our championship round, Bryant knocked off the No. 1 seeded Kevin Durant. Here's how the whole tournament unfolded!

Micah Adams

2020 NBA Draft big board

The list of draft prospects is now official and we take a look at the top 60 prospects in the 2020 NBA Draft.

Eric Fawcett

LeBron's buzzer-beater vs. Raptors in 2018

No team in the Eastern Conference felt the brunt of LeBorn James more than the Raptors, and in 2018, he delivered yet another classic post-season moment.

Benyam Kidane

The men MJ never beat

Michael Jordan dominated the NBA in his prime, but there are 76 men who can make the claim of never having lost to the GOAT.

Carlan Gay

10 best moments of Kobe's career

With the late, great Kobe Bryant set to be honoured into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame this weekend, take a look at 10 of the best moments in the Lakers legend's career.

Kyle Irving

OTD: Kobe's game-winner vs. Suns in 2006

First, Bryant's floater in the closing seconds of regulation ensured overtime. Then, in the extra session, he nailed a buzzer-beater to help the Lakers win Game 4 of their first-round series vs. the Suns in 2006 and take a 3-1 series lead.

Yash Matange

The great success of the #NBATogether campaign

In late March, just a few days after the suspension of the 2019-20 season, the NBA launched the #NBATogether social campaign, held together by four pillars that seek to counter the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic. Health tips, community actions, activities for children and various entertainments were some of the initiatives carried out by the league. Here's a look at all the details:

Agustín Aboy

CP3's Game 7 heroics vs. Spurs in 2015

Chris Paul buried the a game-winning runner with one second remaining to seal aGame 7 win against the San Antonio Spurs to book their spot in the second round of the 2015 playoffs.

Benyam Kidane

One-on-one scorers: KD or LeBron? Kobe or Harden?

KD or LeBron? Kobe or Harden? Up until his retirement with the Bulls in 1998, Michael Jordan was unquestionably the best one-on-one scorer in the NBA. But what about since then? We picked out the top scorers in the post-MJ era and seeded them 1-16. Each day, your votes will determine who moves on to the next round with the simple goal of crowning the one-on-one king. We're down to the final four!

Micah Adams

The best one-on-one scorers right now

Who is the most efficient? Who is the most dominant? Who is the scariest? Let's take a closer look at the league's best one-on-one scorers from the 2019-20 season.

Scott Rafferty

MJ dominated Clyde Drexler

To some, Clyde Drexler was on the same level as Michael Jordan before the 1992 NBA Finals. To MJ, he was just another victim.

Carlan Gay

LaMelo Ball's top 5 plays in the NBL

There was no shortage of highlights during LaMelo Ball's lone season in the NBL, with the teenager putting on a show every night. Re-live his top five plays of the season, right here.

Benyam Kidane

Report: Ball declares for NBA draft

In his lone season playing in the NBL, LaMelo Ball averaged 17 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 7.5 assists per game for the Illawarra Hawks.

Benyam Kidane

Rose banks game-winning 3 vs. Cavs in 2015

Derrick Rose gave the Chicago Bulls a 2-1 series lead over the Cavaliers, banking home the three-pointer at the buzzer to seal the W.

Benyam Kidane

VOTE NOW: Picking the best one-on-one scorer since MJ

Up until his retirement with the Bulls in 1998, Michael Jordan was unquestionably the best one-on-one scorer in the NBA. But what about since then? We picked out the top scorers in the post-MJ era and seeded them 1-16. Each day, your votes will determine who moves on to the next round with the simple goal of crowning the one-on-one king. We're down to the final eight!

Micah Adams

Building the most dominant team of all-time

If you could only take seven players from the 1995-96 Bulls and the 2015-16 Warriors to build the most dominant team of all-time, who would you pick? To remove bias, let's play a game of Blind Resume to find out.

Leandro Fernández

Most exciting draft prospects

The deadline for early entrants for the 2020 draft passed over the weekend which means it's time to turn our attention to the next generation of NBA stars. Our writers offered up their picks for who they're most excited for.

NBA.com Staff

'The Last Dance' continues to set ratings records

Episodes 3 & 4 of the 10-part documentary, that released on April 27th (April 26th in the US), averaged 5.9 million viewers in the US.

Yash Matange

Report: Ball brothers to sign with Roc Nation Sports

Jay Z's Roc Nation Sports agency currently represents a host of NBA players, including Kyrie Irving, Spencer Dinwiddie, Rudy Gay, Danny Green and Markelle Fultz.

Benyam Kidane

Dirk's iconic Game 2 performance in 2011 Finals

Facing the prospect of going down 2-0 in the Finals, Dirk Nowitzki helped the Mavs overcome a 15-point fourth quarter deficit to tie the series at 1-1.

Benyam Kidane

VOTE NOW: Best one-on-one scorer since MJ

Kobe Bryant? Kevin Durant? Allen Iverson? LeBron James? Kyrie Irving? Carmelo Anthony? Someone else? When it comes to pure one-on-one scoring chops, there's an abundance of players who could make a claim to be the best one-on-one scorer in recent memory. We picked out the top scorers in the post-MJ era and seeded them 1-16. Each day, your votes will determine who moves on to the next round with the simple goal of crowning the one-on-one king.

Micah Adams

Quiz on latest 'Last Dance' episodes

How many All-Star teams did Dennis Rodman make? What year did Phil Jackson join the Bulls? What's one of the "Jordan Rules"? Take this quiz to test your knowledge from the latest episodes of "The Last Dance."

Scott Rafferty

Official update on resuming individual workouts

The league advised teams that it is targeting no earlier than Friday, May 8, as the commencement date for the new rules, and that it may push this timing back if developments warrant.

Official Release

List of underclassmen in NBA Draft

Players can remain in the draft until June 15, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.

NBA.com Staff

NBA players react to latest episodes

The current and former generation of NBA players had "The Last Dance" trending on Twitter once again as Episodes 3 and 4 aired Sunday night in the USA. Here are some of the best Twitter reactions.

Yash Matange

'The Last Dance': 5 takeaways from Episodes 3, 4

Episodes 3 & 4 of the highly anticipated documentary - "The Last Dance" - released worldwide on Netflix on April 27th. Here are the biggest takeaways from episodes 3 & 4.

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Why MJ was initially no fan of the triangle offence

In 1989, Phil Jackson was appointed as the Chicago Bulls head coach, but at first he and Michael Jordan did not see eye to eye.

Benyam Kidane

When MJ brought back Rodman from vacation

Dennis Rodman was granted a 48-hour Las Vegas vacation during the 1997/98 season, but things did not go according to plan for the Bulls.

Benyam Kidane

What you need to know about the 'Jordan Rules'

Before Jordan won his first championship, the "Bad Boys" Pistons served as his biggest roadblock. They didn't necessarily shut him down, but the Pistons were able to contain Jordan and the Bulls in a way no other team in the league could at the time.

Scott Rafferty

Fast facts on Craig Ehlo

Ehlo is most famous for guarding Michael Jordan on his game-winning buzzer-beater in the 1989 playoffs. Here are some other fast facts on the former Cavaliers shooting guard.

Micah Adams

Who is Tex Winter?

Winter served as an assistant coach under Phil Jackson on both the Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers. Together, the two won nine championships.

NBA.com Staff

Vote on the craziest Dennis Rodman hairdo

From Detroit to San Antonio to Chicago to Los Angeles to Dallas, Dennis Rodman had an unmatched sense for flair and style. Here's a look into some of his most memorable on-court looks.

Micah Adams

🎥: PG and LeBron duel in 2013

In the 2013 Eastern Conference Finals, a 22-year-old Paul George went toe-to-toe with LeBron James, announcing himself on the big stage.

Benyam Kidane

Fast facts: Luc Longley

Longley, currently an assistant coach for the Australian national team, was the first Australian ever to play in the NBA.

Yash Matange

Fast facts: Toni Kukoc

Before his success in the NBA with the Bulls, Kukoc was named among the FIBA's Top 50 players ever in 1991.

Yash Matange

OTD: LeBron's clutch sequence vs. Pacers in 2018 Playoffs

James followed up a clutch block with a game-winning buzzer-beating three to seal the Game 5 win for the Cleveland Cavaliers in their first-round contest of the 2018 playoffs against the Pacers.

Yash Matange

Re-watch Harden's 37-point Rockets debut in 2012

In his first game since being traded by the Oklahoma City Thunder, James Harden announced himself in style, with 37 points for the Houston rockets on debut.

Benyam Kidane

Breaking down Jordan's iconic fadeaway

It was the most unstoppable shot by the NBA's most unstoppable scorer. Here's why absolutely nobody had an answer for Michael Jordan's iconic fadeaway jumper.

Scott Rafferty

Is Rodman the best rebounder in NBA history?

Rodman led the NBA in rebounding for seven straight seasons in the 1990s despite standing just 6'7" in an era filled with dominant seven footers. Is he the best rebounder in NBA history?

Micah Adams

OTD: David Robinson's epic 71-pt game!

Robinson's 71 points is a career-high and even set the franchise record for most points in a single game. In addition, he became only the second player in franchise history after George Gervin to win a scoring title.

Yash Matange

Fast facts: Dennis Rodman

As a member of the Bulls' second 3-peat, Rodman was a huge contributor on defense, winning the rebounding titles in each of his three years with the franchise.

Yash Matange

Fast facts: Ron Harper

Harper was not only a member of the Chicago Bulls' second 3-peat in 1990s but also won a couple more championships with Phil Jackson after 1998 in Los Angeles.

Yash Matange

Re-watch Jokic's first half triple-double

In 2018, Nikola Jokic recorded the fastest triple-double in NBA history, achieved the feat in 14 minutes and 33 seconds of action.

Benyam Kidane

Would Pippen be more appreciated today?

Was he a top-five player in the 90s? What made him so great next to Michael Jordan? Would he be more appreciated today? Who is his closest comparison? Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty discuss all things Scottie Pippen.

Carlan Gay

The basketball careers of Jordan's children

Did you know that they both had a stint in the NCAA and were in fact teammates at UCF?

Juan Estevez

OTD: Lillard's Game 5 series-clincher vs. OKC in 2019

The near 37-foot series-clincher not only eliminated the Thunder from 2019 Playoffs but gave Lillard 50 points for the game, a playoff career-high and a playoff franchise record.

Yash Matange

Embiid flirts with quadruple-double vs. Lakers

In a 115-109 win over the Lakers, Embiid led the way with a near quadruple-double of 46 points, 15 rebounds, seven assists and seven blocks. Based on Game Score, it's the most productive game of his career to date.

Scott Rafferty

How Jerry Krause built a dynasty

Rome wasn't built in a day and neither were the Chicago Bulls. After becoming general manager of the Bulls, Jerry Krause was tasked with building the perfect team around Michael Jordan, who was already in place. Here are the six most important moves Krause made to solidify Chicago's MJ-era dynasty.

Agustín Aboy

George Gervin - Michael Jordan's forgotten teammate

Few recall that the historic Spurs scorer played one final NBA season in Chicago, where he teamed up with a young MJ including the latter's historic 63-point game at the Boston Garden.

Juan Estevez

OTD: Malone becomes oldest to drop 50 in playoffs

At 36 years and 273 days, he broke a record previously held by Michael Jordan at 34 years and 69 days.

Yash Matange

Carter's career-high 51 PTS vs. Suns in 2000

In the Toronto Raptors' first nationally-televised game, Vince Carter seized the moment, putting on an electrifying show against the Phoenix Suns.

Benyam Kidane

WNBA draft sets records

In the United States, the 2020 WNBA Draft on ESPN was the most-watched WNBA Draft in 16 years and the second most-watched in ESPN’s history.

Official Release

Rodman's dominance in one play

Dennis Rodman might be the greatest rebounder in NBA history despite being only 6-foot-7. How did he do it? Let's take a close look at one possession from the 1997-98 season to get a sense of what made him special in that regard.

Scott Rafferty

Report: Simmons expected to return from back injury

Ben Simmons has been sidelined with a back injury since Feb. 22 but he might be available if the season resumes play.

Carlan Gay

How did the "new Phil Jackson" fare in the NBA?

Floyd was appointed by the Chicago Bulls leadership to replace the Zen Master following his departure in 1998. How long did he last with the Bulls and how successful were those teams?

Juan Estevez

The incredible defensive versatility of Simmons

There are many ways to measure how valuable a player is defensively. For Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons, his defensive versatility rate does all the talking.

Scott Rafferty

Why was Pippen the Bulls' 6th-best paid in 1997-98?

Despite being the second-best player on Phil Jackson's squad for the 1997-98 season, five other players earned more than Scottie Pippen did.

Juan Estevez

Fast Facts: Scottie Pippen

Pippen spent the 11 years of his 17 seasons in the NBA with the Chicago Bulls as a key member of their dynasty in 1990s.

Yash Matange

OTD: Bulls cap-off 1996 season with 72nd win

The Chicago Bulls set the all-time single-season wins record at 72, Michael Jordan clinched an NBA record eighth scoring title, while Hakeem Olajuwon passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the all-time blocks record, and so much more.

Yash Matange

The Last Dance sets ESPN ratings record

Episodes 1 & 2 of the 10-part documentary, averaged 6.1 million viewers in the US.

Benyam Kidane

Power Rankings: The best players from the 1990s

Michael Jordan ruled the 90s, but where does Scottie Pippen rank among the best players of the decade? There's also a near consensus No. 2... and it's NOT the player who won multiple MVPs!

Micah Adams

Lillard x Westbrook trade 40-point games

Damian Lillard and Russell Westbrook traded buckets all night, but it was Lillard's clutch play down the stretch that lifted the Blazers to victory.

Benyam Kidane

The most underappreciated play of Jordan's career

Everyone remembers Michael Jordan's shot over Byron Russell from Game 6 of the 1998 NBA Finals, but that shot wouldn't have been possible had Jordan not made an incredible defensive play only seconds before.

Scott Rafferty

Fast Facts: Michael Jordan

Despite multiple retirements from the game, Jordan is considered among, if not, the greatest basketball player of all-time.

Yash Matange

5 Takeaways: 'The Last Dance', Episodes 1 and 2

The highly anticipated documentary - "The Last Dance" - finally released on Netflix today (Monday, April 20th). Here are the biggest takeaways from the first two episodes.

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NBA player Twitter reactions to 'The Last Dance'

Just like the rest of us, NBA players past and present were perched up in front of their televisions for the premiere of 'The Last Dance' documentary.

Benyam Kidane

Who is Steve Kerr?

Kerr won a total of five NBA Championships (two as a player and three as a head coach) once he was traded from the Bulls prior to the start of the 1998-99 season.

Yash Matange

Who is Phil Jackson?

Phil Jackson is the winningest coach in Chicago Bulls franchise history and was the head coach of the 1990s dynasty that won six titles in eight years.

Yash Matange

Indian Basketball Writers Roundtable: Talking 'The Last Dance'

With the highly anticipated documentary on the 1997-98 Chicago Bulls - "The Last Dance" - out in India on Netflix, we asked three NBA experts what they were most excited to see, what made Michael Jordan one of, if not, the greatest basketball player and more.

Yash Matange

The tension that loomed over Bulls in 1997/98

Fresh off winning their fifth title of the decade, the Chicago Bulls were on top of the world, but things weren't all rosy as they headed towards a breakup, which loomed over their 1998 title-winning season - their last in the dynasty.

Benyam Kidane

Pippen: The most underpaid star in the NBA

During the 1997/98 season, despite being one of the best players in the NBA, Scottie Pippen was just the 122nd highest paid player in the league.

Benyam Kidane

🎥 Re-watch Giannis' first career triple-double

In what was Kobe Bryant's final game in Milwaukee, Giannis Antetokounmpo put on a show, recording 27 points, 12 rebounds, 10 assists, four blocks, and three steals.

Benyam Kidane

How good was Jordan in 1997-98?

It isn't considered to be one of his best seasons, but Michael Jordan was still a force in 1997-98, both in the regular season and playoffs. Ahead of "The Last Dance," let's take a closer look at what he accomplished in his final season with the Bulls.

Scott Rafferty

NBA stars react to WNBA draft

With the eyes of the basketball world locked on the 2020 WNBA draft, NBA stars took to social media to support the newest women joining the professional ranks.

NBA.com Staff

2020 WNBA Draft: Full results

Sabrina Ionescu was selected by the New York Liberty with the No. 1 overall pick, headlining a talented 2020 WNBA Draft class.

Kane Pitman

#NBALiveTogether: Curry drops 54 at MSG

NBA superstars have forever wanted to make their mark at Madison Square Garden. In 2013, Steph Curry made his mark, pouring in 54 points in a Golden State win over the New York Knicks.

Kane Pitman

WNBA announces award in Kobe and Gigi Bryant's honour

Kobe Bryant is remembered as one of the biggest advocates of women's basketball. During the 2020 WNBA Draft coverage, the league announced the introduction of an award in Kobe and his daughter Gigi's name.

Kane Pitman

Which players today compare to Last Dance Bulls?

The entire Chicago Bulls team from 1997-98 has disappeared. You've been given a time machine with room for 12 other passengers. Your mission? Select players from today's NBA who most closely resemble the ones from that team and transport them back in time. Done correctly and nobody will even be able to tell the difference.

Micah Adams

When is the WNBA Draft?

The WNBA Draft 2020 will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2020 with the New York Liberty selecting first in the three-round draft.

Carlan Gay

G League signs another high school recruit

“We’re excited to have Isaiah begin his professional career in the NBA G League,” said G League president Shareef Abdur-Rahim. “With his skill and drive to succeed, I’m confident that he will thrive in the NBA G League and use all of our available resources to prepare for the next stage in his career.”

NBA.com Staff

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