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Will James Harden win back-to-back MVPs?

Thanks to an astonishing January in which he's averaging over 45 points per game, James Harden has emerged as the clear front runner for the MVP award. But it's a long season and with Chris Paul on the verge of returning, could he slow down and leave the door open for a second-half push from one of the other contenders?

NBA.com Staff

Friday Roundup: Top performers & highlights

Today's slate of action features four games and plenty of must-see action. Catch up on the best from the day, right here!

NBA.com India Staff

LeBron and Giannis headline All-Star starters

On Friday, the NBA announced the pool of 10 players that will start in the 2019 NBA All-Star Game.

NBA.com Staff

Oladipo suffers serious knee injury

Paul George and LeBron James are among the NBA players who have since tweeted their thoughts and prayers.

Scott Rafferty

WATCH: 'Top Naach' perform at halftime in DC

Top Naach, an entertainment group in Washington, performed at the Capital One Arena at the halftime of a Wizards-Raptors game.

Yash Matange

Friday TV Preview: Warriors face the Wizards; Lakers host the T-Wolves

India has two NBA games set to be broadcasted on Friday. The Warriors headline Game 1 in Washington while Game 2 has the LeBron-less Lakers hosting the Timberwolves.

Yash Matange

Thursday Roundup: Top stories & highlights

Today's slate of action features 10 games and plenty of must-see action. For the best from throughout the day, follow along below.

NBA.com India Staff

Harden scores career-high 61 points at MSG

James Harden and Kobe Bryant are now the only players in NBA history to score 60-plus at Madison Square Garden as a visitor.

Scott Rafferty

Does missing games impact MVP race?

LeBron James hasn't played since Christmas, Kawhi Leonard's been in and out of the lineup and Anthony Davis is on the shelf with a finger injury. As the missed games begin to pile up, at what point do they start to fall out of serious contention for various NBA awards.

Micah Adams

Thursday TV Preview: Rising Jazz host the Nuggets

India has two NBA games set to be broadcasted on Thursday. Game No. 1 has the slumping Grizzlies hosting Kemba Walker and the Hornets while Game 2 features the Nuggets visiting Utah to play the Jazz.

Yash Matange

Around the league from Wednesday

With four games on the NBA schedule today, follow along here for all the scores, highlights and top performers from today's action.

NBA.com India Staff

George, Westbrook lead OKC to third-straight win

Russell Westbrook and Paul George combined for 65 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 123-114 win over the Portland Trail Blazers.

Benyam Kidane

On This Date: Kobe Bryant erupts for 81 in '06

On January 22, 2006, Kobe Bryant went off for 81 points, a franchise record, in a comeback win over the Toronto Raptors at the Staples Center.

Yash Matange

Tuesday roundup: Top stories & highlights

With 11 games around the Association today, catch up on all the scores highlights and top performers from each game.

NBA.com India Staff

Warriors cruise to win on Klay's record shooting

Klay Thompson tied the NBA record for the most threes made without a miss (10) to start a game, en route to 44 points in the Golden State Warriors' eighth straight win.

Yash Matange

Embiid's dominance gives 76ers 28-point win

James Harden continued his scoring streak with 37 points, but it wasn't enough as the Philadelphia 76ers cruised to a comfortable 121-93 win art home.

Benyam Kidane

Tuesday TV Preview: Lakers host Warriors

India has two NBA games set to be broadcasted on Tuesday. Game No. 1 has James Harden and the Rockets in Philadelphia while the second matchup is the season's second contest between the Warriors and the Lakers.

Yash Matange

Monday Night TV Preview: Struggling Knicks host the Thunder

India has one game set to be broadcasted late on Monday night as Russell Westbrook, Paul George and the OKC Thunder take stage at the Madison Square Garden in New York.

Yash Matange

Lonzo to miss time with ankle sprain

Ball, who is averaging 9.9 points, 5.4 assists and 5.3 rebounds per game this season, suffered the injury in the team's loss to the Rockets Sunday.

Gilbert McGregor

Monday Roundup: D-Rose drains game-winner & more

Check below throughout the night for the best from today's three-game slate.

NBA.com India Staff

Sunday roundup: Top stories & highlights

Sunday's busy slate featured 10 games with a number of marquee matchups. If you missed any of the action, we've got you covered with all the scores, stats and top highlights from the day.

NBA.com India Staff

Clutch PG shot gives OKC the win in Philly

Paul George capped off his 31-point night with the biggest play of the game, converting a four-point play with 5.1 seconds remaining to give the OKC Thunder a 117-115 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on the road.

Benyam Kidane

Harden makes history in Rockets' OT win

James Harden and Wilt Chamberlain are now the only players in NBA history to score 30-plus points in 19 straight games.

Scott Rafferty

Anthony Davis (finger) to miss 1-2 weeks

The five-time All-Star, who is putting forth MVP-calibre numbers this season, sustained a left index finger sprain in the team's loss to Portland.

Gilbert McGregor

Sunday TV Preview: Harden, Rockets host Lakers

Sunday's only NBA game to be broadcasted in India is headlined by MVP frontrunner James Harden as the Rockets host the LeBron-less Lakers.

Yash Matange

Weekly MVP Power Rankings

The numbers suggest this could just be the deepest crop of legitimate MVP-worthy candidates ever. The MVP race is about far more than just James Harden and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Micah Adams

Saturday roundup: Top stories & highlights

With seven games of NBA action we have you covered with box scores, play-by-plays and all the best highlights from around the Association.

NBA.com India Staff

Key questions ahead of Cousins' return

The four-time All-Star is set to make his long-awaited debut on Saturday against the Clippers. Here are some of the biggest questions surrounding his return and fit with the two-time defending champions.

Micah Adams

NBA India All-Access: Amjyot Singh (Pt. 2)

Amjyot Singh joins NBA India All-Access for a second time this season. On this occasion, he gives details on his second season with the OKC Blue and talks about his time under Coach Scott Flemming and the national team.

Yash Matange

How the stars have come closer to India

NBA’s first-ever preseason games in India next year will have a remarkable cultural impact on basketball and NBA fandom in the country.

Karan Madhok

Kuzma, Zubac lead Lakers over Thunder in OT

Paul George did not attempt a field goal in the entire fourth quarter as the Thunder fell to the Lakers at home in overtime

Kyle Irving

Can Raptors figure out how to stop Kyrie?

If the Toronto Raptors want to reach the NBA Finals, they'll need to figure out some way to slow down Kyrie Irving. If the last two meetings are any indication, they have a lot of work to do on that front.

Micah Adams

Butler, Embiid lead 76ers past Pacers

The Philadelphia 76ers make it three wins in a row after an impressive 120-96 victory over the Indiana Pacers.

Benyam Kidane

Kevin Knox to debut London shoes

New York Knicks rookie Kevin Knox will have a fresh pair of PUMA Clyde Court to wear in London, England.

Carlan Gay

Luka is getting more rookie All-Star love than MJ or LeBron

Michael Jordan, LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, Larry Bird... none of them can hold a candle to Luka Doncic when it comes to racking up All-Star votes as a rookie.

Micah Adams

Takeaways from the third All-Star fan vote results

Luka Doncic moves up again, LeBron James still leads all players and we now know when the All-Star Game draft will take place.

Micah Adams

Every rookie All-Star in NBA history

There have been 45 rookies in NBA history to make the All-Star team. Here are all of them.

Micah Adams

#10YearChallenge - NBA stars edition

We took a then and now approach to looking at how some of today's stars have changed over the last 10 years.

Can Raptors figure out how to stop Kyrie?

If the Toronto Raptors want to reach the NBA Finals, they'll need to figure out some way to slow down Kyrie Irving. If the last two meetings are any indication, they have a lot of work to do on that front.

Micah Adams

Friday TV Previews: Kings begin road trip in Charlotte; OKC host the Lakers

India has two NBA games set to be broadcasted on Friday. The Sacramento Kings star in the first one while the superstar duo of Paul George and Russell Westbrook headline the second game.

Yash Matange

Kyrie called LeBron to 'apologise' and discuss leadership

Kyrie Irving is finding out first-hand just how tough leading a team to the NBA Finals can be.

Benyam Kidane

Thursday Roundup: Top stories & higlights

There is eight games of NBA action on tap for Wednesday's slate and we have you covered with scores and highlights for all of it!

NBA.com India Staff

Curry's 3rd Q sparks Warriors' comeback

Stephen Curry did what only Stephen Curry can do to lead the Warriors to a comeback victory over the Pelicans

Kyle Irving

Clutch Kyrie leads Celtics past Raptors

The Raptors had the Celtics against the ropes in a thriller that came down to the final minutes of the game

Kyle Irving

In loss, Harden matches Wilt with 58

James Harden continues to make his MVP case, with another high-scoring outburst in today's loss to the Brooklyn Nets.

Benyam Kidane

Dominant Warriors set NBA scoring record

Golden State used an NBA-record 51-point first quarter to set the tone in its 142-111 win over Denver. With the win, the Warriors move back to No. 1 in the Western Conference.

Gilbert McGregor

Thursday TV Preview: Celtics host Raptors; Pels travel to Oracle

India has two NBA games set to be broadcasted on Thursday and both games have a star-studded cast to showcase.

Yash Matange

Nightly Roundup: Lonzo's 19 leads LA

There was no shortage of buckets today as the Atlanta Hawks, Philadelphia 76ers and Golden State Warriors all scored 140+ points in big wins! Catch up on all the day's scores, highlights and top performers in our daily recap.

NBA.com India Staff

76ers' Big 3 tames T-Wolves

Philly had seven players score in double figures as they cruised to a blowout 149-107 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Jimmy Butler's first game against his former team.

Benyam Kidane

Wednesday TV Preview: Giannis hosts D-Wade & the Heat; LeBron-less Lakers host Bulls

India has two NBA games set to broadcasted on Wednesday, one of them being headlined by MVP candidate Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Yash Matange

Leonard and Mitchell named Players of the Week

This is Kawhi Leonard's sixth Player of the Week honour of his career and second this season. Donovan Mitchell will take home Player of the Week for the first time in his young career.

Kyle Irving

NBA Tuesday Roundup: Top stories & highlights

There's six games of NBA action headlined by Tony Parker's first return to San Antonio

NBA.com India Staff

Harden's season-high 57 leads Rockets to dominating win

Reigning MVP James Harden wrote his name into the NBA record books by extending his streak of 30+ point games to 17 as the Rockets toppled the Grizzlies.

James McKern

Report: Capela to miss 4-6 weeks with thumb injury

The 24-year-old is averaging 17.6 points and 12.6 rebounds in 42 games this season.

NBA.com India Staff

PUMA releasing Player Exclusives, Danny Green debut coming soon

PUMA Basketball made a big splash this offseason signing multiple stars to shoe deals. This week you'll see players like Danny Green, DeAndre Ayton and Terry Rozier debuting new Player Exclusives

NBA.com India Staff

Tuesday TV Previews: Harden looks to heat up vs. Grizz; Clips host Pels

India has two NBA games set to broadcasted on Tuesday, headlined by Anthony Davis and MVP frontrunner James Harden.

Yash Matange

Curry's 48 powers Warriors to win in Dallas

For the 12th time in his career, Curry sank over 10 3-pointers as he hit 11 en route to his 48-point outburst.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA Monday Roundup: Top stories & highlights

There are plenty of storylines to follow throughout today's seven-game slate. Check below for must-see highlights, scores and updates.

NBA.com India Staff

4 Takeaways from Raptors' thrilling 2OT win

The Raptors withstood a furious second-half performance from Bradley Beal and the Wizards to win their fifth-straight game and advance to 33-12 on the season.

Gilbert McGregor

Game Preview: Warriors begin rough road stretch in Dallas

India will have two NBA games broadcasted on January 14th. We preview both and give you everything you need to know from storylines to stats.

Yash Matange

Game Preview: Can the Raptors make it five straight?

In search of their fifth-consecutive win, the Raptors enter Washington to take on a Wizards team that has been playing solid basketball as of late.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA Sunday Roundup: Top stories & highlights

There are plenty of storylines to follow throughout today's eight-game slate. Check below for must-see highlights, scores and updates.

NBA.com India Staff

Blake Griffin scores 44 points in his return to LA

In his first game against the Clippers in Los Angeles since he was traded to the Detroit Pistons, Griffin led the way with 44 points, eight rebounds, five assists and three steals.

NBA.com India Staff

Sunday Game Previews: Celtics, Hornets look to pick up key road wins

Two NBA games will be broadcasted in India on Sunday morning. We compile everything you need to know about all the four teams participating in the two games.

Yash Matange

NBA Saturday Roundup: Top stories & highlights

Keep up with the nine games on Saturday's schedule below.

NBA.com India Staff

Curry passes Jason Terry in Warriors' 37-point blowout win

The two-time league MVP climbed the ladder on the all-time 3-pointers made list to the third spot. Only Hall of Famers Reggie Miller and Ray Allen have made more than Stephen Curry.

Yash Matange

Spurs outduel Thunder in double-overtime classic

The hot shooting San Antonio Spurs outlasted the Oklahoma City Thunder in what could quite easily go down as the game of the 2018/19 season.

NBA.com India Staff

NBA scores and highlights: Young Kings lead the way over the Pistons

A smaller slate of four games but still plenty of talent on display!

NBA.com Staff

Nikola Jokic's triple-double lifts Denver Nuggets over Los Angeles Clippers

Nikola Jokic helped fuel the Nuggets with a triple-double as they took down another Western Conference rival.

NBA.com India Staff

Wade helps Heat hault Celtics' second half push in win

The Celtics went on a 21-3 run in the third quarter but the Heat held on to win

NBA.com India Staff

Game Preview: Pistons & Kings face-off to break out of recent slump

Both the Pistons and the Kings have lost 5 of their last six games. Who will come out on top in this contest in Sacramento?

Yash Matange

Game Preview: Celtics-Heat matchup for first time this season

After not facing off in 2018 (regular season or Playoffs), the Celtics begin their season series with the Heat on Friday in Miami.

Yash Matange

NBA Thursday roundup: Top stories & highlights

With 10 games of NBA action and some of the best teams on display, we had you covered on a one-stop-shop with everything that went on in the Association on Thursday.

NBA.com India Staff

Kuzma drops 41, leads LeBron-less Lakers to second straight win

The Lakers register back-to-back wins for the first time without LeBron James, improving their record to 3-5 without the 4-time league MVP.

Yash Matange

Antetokounmpo helps Bucks end Rockets' home win streak

James Harden scored a game-high 42 points, but Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks to an impressive with over the Rockets with 27 points and 21 rebounds.

Scott Rafferty

Game Preview: Blake Griffin returns to LA to face LeBron-less Lakers

The Detroit Pistons begin a four-game Western Conference road trip with the first stop in LA to face the Lakers.

Yash Matange

Game Preview: Battle of MVP candidates headlines Rockets-Bucks clash

James Harden and the Houston Rockets will put their 10-game home winning streak on the line when they host Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks.

Yash Matange

NBA Wednesday roundup: Top stories & highlights

With eight games of NBA action and some of the best teams on display, we have you on a one-stop-shop on everything going on around the Association

NBA.com India Staff

Preview: Warriors host young Knicks; look to end home-loss streak

The reigning two-time champions will look to snap a 3-game home losing streak as they host the New York Knicks on Wednesday.

Yash Matange

Preview: Thunder's star duo hosts Towns and Wolves

Under their new interim head coach Ryan Saunders, can the Timberwolves begin with a win on the road against the Oklahoma City Thunder?

Yash Matange

NBA Tuesday Roundup: Top stories & highlights

The Lakers used a second-half comeback against the Mavericks to snap their three-game losing streak while James Harden and Giannis Antetokounmpo starred in their team wins.

NBA.com India Staff

A lookback at the Kings' Bollywood night

When the Kings hosted the Warriors this past Sunday (Jan. 6), they celebrated their sixth annual Bollywood night. We give you a recap of the spectacular cultural night.

Yash Matange

Did the Nuggets stay at No. 1?

The Nuggets went undefeated while the Raptors pulled off a pair of impressive wins on a back-to-back. Which team takes over the top spot this week?

Micah Adams

Expert picks: All-Star starters in the East

All-Star voting began on Christmas Day. Our NBA.com experts weigh in on who they would pick for starters in the Eastern Conference.

NBA.com Staff

Minnesota Timberwolves fire head coach and president Tom Thibodeau

The Minnesota Timberwolves had made the big call to move on from head coach Tom Thibodeau only hours after defeating the Lakers.

James McKern

Tobias Harris leads Clippers' comeback win over Magic

The Los Angeles Clippers struggled to get going early, but a dominant display from Tobias Harris lifted them up and over the Magic.

NBA.com India Staff

Game Preview: Raptors-Pacers clash in battle of East's elite

The Indiana Pacers put their eight game win streak on the line against the Raptors in Toronto. Who will come out on top?

Yash Matange

NBA Sunday Roundup - Top stories & highlights

There were eight NBA games to look forward to on Sunday, with some of the league's top teams and talent on display.

NBA.com India Staff

Curry shines in historic game between Warriors and Kings

For the first time in NBA history, both teams made at least 20 3-pointers. It took the Warriors 47 attempts to get there compared to 36 for the Kings.

NBA.com India Staff

Jokic scores 39 points in win over the Hornets

Nikola Jokic scored a season-high 39 points against the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday. The big man also pulled down 12 rebounds and dished out six assists.

James McKern

Game Preview: Young Kings take on champion Warriors

Can the young Sacramento Kings snap their 3-game losing streak at the expense of the visiting two-time defending champions?

Yash Matange

Game Preview: 76ers' Big 3 host Doncic and Mavs

After a five-game road-trip that began on Christmas Day, the Philadelphia 76ers are back home to host rookie sensation Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks.

Yash Matange

NBA Saturday Roundup: Top stories & highlights

Follow along here for all the biggest storylines, highlights and performers from Saturday's 10-game slate in the NBA.

NBA.com India Staff

Is James Harden the new front runner for MVP?

Our NBA.com staff weighed in with our updated MVP ballots. The result? Lots of movement inside the top five.

NBA.com India Staff

Dallas does the Euro-Step, literally

Dirk to Doncic is a prime example of a franchise passing the torch and showing that international NBA stars are here to stay.

Sidd Sinha

Saturday Morning Live: Game Preview - Thunder vs Blazers

The Blazers begin a five-game home stand by hosting Russell Westbrook, Paul George and the OKC Thunder.

Yash Matange

Harden's OT game-winner caps 44-point outburst vs. Warriors

James Harden continues his recent red-hot form with another monster performance for the Houston Rockets.

Benyam Kidane

Four takeaways: Spurs dominate in big win over Raptors

From the playoff atmosphere inside the AT&T Center to the play of DeMar DeRozan and Kawhi Leonard, there is plenty to be taken from the first of two meetings between the Spurs and Raptors this season.

Gilbert McGregor

How has the Kawhi-DeRozan trade worked out for both teams?

Before the Raptors and Spurs play for the first time this season, let's take a look at how last summer's blockbuster trade involving Kawhi Leonard and DeMar DeRozan has worked out for both teams.

Scott Rafferty

Takeaways from the first All-Star fan vote results

LeBron James and Stephen Curry headline the West with Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kyrie Irving leading the East.

Kyle Irving

The Luka Doncic Rookie Diary

It seems like every time Luka Doncic steps on the floor, there's a new play, new stat, or new anecdote that has NBA fans everywhere buzzing. As it unfolds, we're chronicling every game with the best of the best from his head-turning rookie season.

NBA.com India Staff

NBA scores and highlights: George scores 37 points as Thunder finish strong against Lakers

Catch up on all the biggest highlights and stories from a day full of NBA action.

NBA.com India Staff

Animation is the latest innovation for Vivek Ranadivé

Why trot out the same, run-of-the-mill player introduction videos seen in every NBA arena when you can create customized, action-packed animations? That's just one of many ways the Sacramento Kings are looking to distinguish themselves on and off the floor.

Sidd Sinha

Hayward explodes for 35 points off the bench in Celtics' win over Timberwolves

Gordon Hayward shot a scorching 14-of-18 from the field, fuelling the Boston Celtics down the stretch in their 115-102 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Benyam Kidane

When stars return to play their old teams this season

DeMar DeRozan will make his highly anticipated return to Toronto in the second half of the 2018-19 season.

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LeBron resumes shooting, still listed as day-to-day

LeBron James is back in the gym, but it remains unclear when he will be available to play for the Los Angeles Lakers.

Benyam Kidane

Five takeaways: Kawhi's career night lifts Raptors

Two stars set career highs and the reserves did their job well as the Raptors used a big second half to get past the Jazz.

Gilbert McGregor

Lopez hits seven 3s as Bucks win fourth straight

Brook Lopez connected on seven three-pointers to lead the Bucks to a big home win over the Pistons.

Benyam Kidane

LeBron resumes shooting, still listed as day-to-day

LeBron James is back in the gym, but it remains unclear when he will be available to play for the Los Angeles Lakers.

Benyam Kidane

James Harden breaks records in win

The Houston Rockets have won 10 of their last 11 games thanks to James Harden's record breaking performances

Kyle Irving

Westbrook posts 10th triple-double of the season

After a poor shooting performance yesterday against the Dallas Mavericks, Russell Westbrook put on a show in today's 122-102 win.

Benyam Kidane

The best of the best in 2018

The 2018 NBA calendar year did not disappoint, providing plenty of headlines, massive performances, trade rumours, off-court drama and more. Relive the best of the year, here!

Kyle Irving

The Suns are this week's team to watch on NBA League Pass

Four games, two within the division and three exclusively on NBA League Pass makes the Phoenix Suns this week's team to watch.

Carlan Gay

NBA India All-Access: Amjyot Singh

One of the India's biggest stars remembers his time developing as an up-and-coming player, discusses his favourite current NBA player and weighs in on what's next for basketball in India. Plus, picks for MVP and the NBA Finals.

NBA.com India Staff

McCollum scores 35 points in big win over 76ers

CJ McCollum poured in 35 points as the 76ers struggled on the defensive end all night.

Benyam Kidane

Which new team took over the top spot?

Where did the Lakers fall to without LeBron James? How much of a leap did the Rockets take?

Kyle Irving

LeBron says 2016 title made him feel like the G.O.A.T.

LeBron James says coming back from 3-1 down in the Finals was 'something special'.

Benyam Kidane

Nuggets waive Nick Young

Young appeared in just four games for the Nuggets.

Benyam Kidane

4 takeaways from Raptors' win over Bulls

The Raptors fought through shooting struggles to pull away with a win in their last game of 2018!

Kyle Irving

Mavs edge Thunder, despite PG's big night

The Mavs held off the Thunder's late charge, with Paul George scoring 36 points on the night.

Benyam Kidane

John Wall-less Wizards overcome Kemba's 47 points to win at home

Sunday's nine game slate features plenty of action across the league. Check back for updates throughout the day.

NBA.com India Staff

Warriors snap losing-streak as Klay Thompson heats up against Blazers

The reigning NBA champions bounced back from a two-game losing-streak as they claimed the win on the road over the Blazers.

NBA.com India Staff

Wall to undergo season-ending procedure

After battling injury over the past two seasons, John Wall is set to go under the knife over a troublesome injury.

NBA.com India Staff

Giannis records triple-double, Bucks win third straight

The Bucks got the job done in front of their home crowd as Giannis Antetokounmpo recorded a big triple-double.

NBA.com India Staff

Expert picks: All-Star starters in the West

All-Star voting began on Christmas Day. Our NBA.com experts weigh in on who they would pick for starters in the Western Conference.

NBA.com Staff

Westbrook completely takes over to push Thunder past Suns

The Suns were hanging around with the Thunder before Russell Westbrook scored 11 straight points in the fourth quarter to close the game

Kyle Irving

5 takeaways: Magic blow out Raptors

Nikola Vucevic and the Orlando Magic were just too much for the Raptors on Saturday.

Carlan Gay

Davis scores 48 points in win over Mavs

The New Orleans Pelicans pulled off the comeback win, behind a huge night from Anthony Davis, snapping their five-game losing streak.

Benyam Kidane

What happens when LeBron misses games?

When LeBron James has sat out, his teams have lost 12 straight games. We combed through all 16 seasons of The King's career to find out just what happens when he doesn't play.

NBA.com India Staff

Report: Rondo to undergo surgery on right hand

Rondo injured his hand in the Lakers' 127-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Christmas Day.

NBA.com Staff

Harden drops 45 in an MVP-worthy performance

The reigning MVP continues to carry Houston as he scored 45 points in the win over the Celtics. Over his last eight games, Harden is averaging over 40 points per game and reminding the whole basketball world that nobody should sleep on the Rockets.

Micah Adams

Lillard's dagger 3 helps Blazers stun Warriors in OT at Oracle

In the Blazers' earlier visit to the Oracle Arena, they lost by 2 but this time, Portland's last visit to Oakland, Damian Lillard led them to a thrilling overtime win.

Yash Matange

Every late game-winner this season

Bogdan Bogdanovic beat the Lakers at the buzzer, knocking down the 12th game-winning shot in the NBA this season with under a second remaining. Here are all of them so far.

Micah Adams

Doncic on LeBron comparisons: 'It's amazing'

Dallas Mavericks rookie Luka Doncic has been the best rookie so far this season and he doesn't look like slowing down anytime soon.

Benyam Kidane

LeBron James named AP Male Athlete of the Year

This is the third time James has won the award. In addition to reaching the NBA Finals for the eighth straight year, James also opened a public elementary school in his hometown of Akron, OH specifically aimed at helping at-risk youth.

Micah Adams

Friday's NBA scores and highlights

Five games are on Friday's slate with plenty of stars in action. James Harden and Kyrie Irving will go head-to-head in Houston while the Warriors look to get back on track at home against Damian Lillard and the Portland Trail Blazers.

NBA.com Staff

Thursday's highlights, box scores and play-by-plays

Follow all the night's NBA action, right here!

NBA.com India Staff

LeBron set to miss few games with injured groin

The Lakers superstar forward exited the game with 7:51 remaining in the third quarter.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA Christmas Day 2018: Catch up on all the day's scores and highlights

With five blockbuster games on deck for Boxing Day, there's plenty of NBA action to keep you entertained!

NBA.com India Staff

Four takeaways: Jazz dominate with defense, blowout Blazers by 21

For the second time in five days, the Utah Jazz beat the Portland Trail Blazers by a margin of 20 points or more but this time, it was on Christmas Day and on national television.

Yash Matange

Four takeaways: Lakers earn first win at ORACLE since 2012

The Lakers earned their first win at ORACLE Arena in over six years and played the final 20 minutes of the game without superstar forward LeBron James.

Gilbert McGregor

LeBron exits Warriors' game with groin injury

The Lakers superstar forward exited the game with 7:51 remaining in the third quarter.

Gilbert McGregor

Four Takeaways: Kyrie's 40 leads Celtics past 76ers in OT win

Kyrie Irving put in a superhuman performance against the Philadelphia 76ers, with 40 points, knocking down the big shots in the clutch.

Benyam Kidane

Christmas Countdown: LeBron vs Warriors among best rivalries

The matchup between James-led teams and the three-time champs from The Bay has cemented itself among some of the greatest rivalries in league history, here's a history of some of them.

NBA.com India Staff

Four takeaways: Harden's 41 lifts Rockets

James Harden dropped 41 points and Clint Capela finished with 16 points and a Rockets franchise high 23 rebounds in Houston's 113-109 win over the Thunder.

Carlan Gay

4 takeaways from Giannis' Christmas Day debut

Giannis Antetokounmpo made his Christmas Day debut at Madison Square Garden and didn't disappoint.

Scott Rafferty

Lonzo says LeBron makes life 'a little easier'

Despite the increased media attention of playing with LeBron James, Lonzo Ball says the King has taken the pressure off him and the other young guys on the roster.

Benyam Kidane

Oklahoma City and Houston: A Tale Of Two Franchises Who Have A Long History

The Thunder/Rockets matchup has a lot more to offer than you might initially think.

Sidd Sinha

5 biggest scoring performances on Christmas Day

With the likes of LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, James Harden and Giannis Antetokounmpo playing this Christmas, will any of them have a scoring performance big enough to get them in the top five?

Carlan Gay

Christmas Countdown: Who's naughty and who's nice?

With no games on Christmas Eve, Santa's naughty and nice list is set in stone. Which NBA players will be swimming in presents and who will be left with coal?

Kyle Irving

The biggest thing to watch in each Christmas matchup

Can the Knicks keep Giannis Antetokounmpo out of the paint? How will the Celtics defend Joel Embiid? Will LeBron James torch the Warriors from deep?

Scott Rafferty

Monday's NBA scores and highlights: Grizzlies stun Lakers in LA; Heat win 5th straight

With 11 games of NBA action, look no further than here for the box score, play-by-play and more from each game around the Association.

NBA.com India Staff

Kings rally late in comeback win over Pelicans

Down by as many as 19, one of the NBA's biggest surprise packets pulled off the remarkable come from behind victory in front of their home crowd.

James McKern

Doncic's buzzer-beater forces OT, Blazers survive

The game looked all but over before rookie sensation Luka Doncic knocked down a ridiculous shot to send the game into overtime

Kyle Irving

Celtics defeat Hornets, bouncing back after curious team meetings

After a brutal home loss to the Bucks on Saturday, the Celtics had two team meetings to talk through what's going on. They bounced back with a 119-103 home win versus the Hornets

Kyle Irving

Curry's 42 points, game-winner leads Warriors past Clippers

Stephen Curry had a game-high 42 points and a game-winning layup as the Warriors got revenge on the Clippers for an overtime loss earlier this season

Kyle Irving

Wiggins' season-high pushes T'Wolves past Thunder

Things haven't been pretty for the Timberwolves of late, but a big game from their star wing led them out of their slump and to a big road win over the Thunder.

James McKern

Report: Rockets to sign Rivers

In 29 games with the Wizards this season, Rivers averaged 7.2 points, 2.4 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game in just over 23 minutes of action.

Gilbert McGregor

Sunday's NBA Action: Beal (40 PTS, 15 AST, 10 REB) notches first career triple-double in 3OT win

With seven games of NBA action, look no further than here for the box score, play-by-play and more from each game around the Association.

NBA.com India Staff

George drops 43, Thunder edge Jazz

It's George's third 40-point game of the season and his third-quarter outburst is his second 20-point quarter this year.

Gilbert McGregor

Game Preview: Spurs vs Rockets

The Spurs have won seven of their last eight while the Rockets have won five of their last six. Who will come out victorious in this Texas showdown?

Yash Matange

Saturday's NBA scores: LeBron, Lakers oust Pelicans; Bucks down Celtics

With 10 games of NBA action, look no further than here for the box score, play-by-play and more from each game around the Association.

NBA.com Staff

Do the Raptors or Bucks have the edge for home court?

The Raptors are in first place in the Eastern Conference but that doesn't necessarily mean they have the inside track for home court. Here's a look at the most recent race for the 1 seed.

Micah Adams

Gallinari leads Clippers past Mavs

The Clippers and Mavs went down to the wire, while the Heat snapped the Rockets' five-game win streak.

NBA.com India Staff

Heat earn tight win over Rockets

Behind a big night from Josh Richardson, Miami held on to win its third straight despite a furious fourth-quarter rally from James Harden and the visitors.

Gilbert McGregor

Rockets' Chris Paul to miss 'some time' with hamstring injury

Chris Paul left today's game in the second quarter after straining his left hamstring against the Miami Heat.

Benyam Kidane

Game Preview: Rockets vs Heat

The Rockets are currently riding a 5-game win streak. Will the Miami Heat snap their momentum?

Yash Matange

Game Preview: Mavericks vs Clippers

The visiting Mavericks are on a 3-game losing streak while the Clippers have lost four straight. Which team will snap their losing streak in this Western Conference clash?

Yash Matange

Thursday's LIVE NBA scores: Jazz stun Warriors in Utah, Raptors seal 17-pt comeback win

With 12 games of NBA action, look no further than here for the box score, play-by-play and more from each game around the Association

NBA.com India Staff

Rockets break NBA 3-point record vs. Wizards

The Rockets knocked down an NBA-record 26 3-pointers on Wednesday and recorded their fifth consecutive win.

NBA.com India Staff

Game Preview: Thunder vs Kings

Can the young Sacramento Kings go 3-0 against Russell Westbrook and the Oklahoma City Thunder this season?

Yash Matange

Game Preview: Pacers vs Raptors

It's a matchup between two of the top three teams in the Eastern Conference. Who will come out on top?

Yash Matange

LeBron on Davis being a Laker: 'That would be amazing'

Prior to the tough loss against the Nets in Brooklyn, LeBron James had some interesting comments about Anthony Davis.

Yash Matange

Around the League: Wednesday's top performers, storylines and highlights

Larry Nance Jr comes up clutch for the Cavs, D'Angelo Russell delivers against his former team and Jamal Murray records a career-high 15 assists against the Mavericks.

NBA.com India Staff

Game Preview: Mavericks vs Nuggets

Will the Nuggets extend their home winning streak to seven or will the Mavericks stun the West's table toppers in a tough road game in Denver?

Yash Matange

On This Date: Lakers honor Kobe Bryant with jersey retirement

On this date in 2017, the illustrious franchise of the Lakers retired both jerseys of Kobe Bryant - 8 and 24 in a ceremony at halftime.

Yash Matange

Around the NBA: Tuesday's top highlights, performers and storylines

James Harden led the Rockets' to their fourth-straight win, Devin Booker has the Suns rolling and Stephen Curry reached the 15,000-point milestone

NBA.com India Staff

Stephen Curry crosses 15,000 points landmark

The 3-time NBA Champion reaches the huge landmark with a shot that defines him better than any other - a three.

Yash Matange

Harden and Young named Players of the Week

This is Harden's 19th time being named Player of the Week while it's Young's second, his first since 2014

Kyle Irving

Game Preview: Grizzlies vs Warriors

Having lost four of the last five games, will the Grizzlies regain their momentum against the two-time defending champs at the Oracle Arena?

Yash Matange

Game Preview: Jazz vs Rockets

Will the Rockets extend their three-game win streak or will the Jazz go 3-0 against Houston this season?

Yash Matange

NBA Power Rankings: Nuggets climb the ladder, Warriors making their move

The Denver Nuggets are back on top of the Western Conference, while the Golden State Warriors have re-discovered their offensive rhythm with Steph Curry back in the lineup.

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Around the League: Monday's top storylines, performers and highlights

Ben Simmons joined Oscar Robertson with another triple-double feat, John Wall dropped 40 points on the Lakers and the Nuggets and Raptors go down to the wire.

NBA.com India Staff

Around the League: Sunday's top performers, storylines and highlights

Sunday's action was headlined by LeBron James and Lonzo Ball doing something we haven't seen in almost 40 years

NBA.com India Staff

LeBron compares meeting Jordan to 'meeting God'

Ahead of today's game against the Charlotte Hornets, James reflected on following in Jordan's footsteps in the NBA.

Benyam Kidane

76ers coach Brett Brown says 'fatigued' Joel Embiid has 'a lot on his shoulders'

The big man dominated the first half against the Pacers, struggling to find the same energy in the second half.

NBA.com India Staff

LeBron and Lonzo make Lakers history in win vs. Hornets

LeBron James and Lonzo Ball become the first pair of teammates since Vince Carter and Jason Kidd to record a triple-double in the same game.

NBA.com India Staff

Game Preview: Clippers vs Thunder

The Oklahoma City Thunder, who have lost three of their last four games, host the LA Clippers, who have lost five of their last seven. Which team will swing some much-needed momentum their way?

Yash Matange

Around the League: Saturday's top performers, storylines and highlights

The Warriors put on a show in the fourth quarter, Denver and OKC played out a fiery affair and the Celtics win streak continues.

NBA.com India Staff

Free-Throw Show: Timeless habits at the charity stripe

Reviewing the historic and iconic moments at the free throw line.

Sidd Sinha

Can the Raptors slow down Lillard and McCollum?

The Blazers have struggled lately, but they have the firepower to compete with any team in the league with Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum.

Scott Rafferty

Around the NBA: Friday's top storylines and highlights

James Harden wrote his name into the record books, as the Spurs' resurgence continued and a legend of the game made his return.

NBA.com India Staff

James Harden makes history against the Lakers

Harden now has the most 50-point triple-doubles in NBA history.

Scott Rafferty

Dirk Nowitzki set to make season debut

According to sources, the Mavericks legend is ready to officially begin his 21st NBA season on Friday against the Phoenix Suns.

NBA.com India Staff

What happens in Finals rematches following a regular season sweep?

No Kawhi Leonard? No problem. The Toronto Raptors scored an emphatic win over the Golden State Warriors for a 2-0 sweep of the season series. Would that matter if these two teams meet again in the NBA Finals? We looked at what happens when there's a Finals rematch after a regular-season sweep.

Micah Adams

Game Preview: Mavericks vs Suns

In this rookie clash between Luka Doncic and DeAndre Ayton, franchise legend Dirk Nowitzki is expected to make his season debut for the Dallas Mavericks.

Yash Matange

Game Preview: Lakers vs Rockets

The 14th-seeded Houston Rockets are all set to host the 5th-seeded Los Angeles Lakers at the Toyota Center.

Yash Matange

4 takeaways from Raptors' blowout win over Warriors

The Raptors nearly led wire-to-wire in this one, winning by a decisive score of 113-93.

Kyle Irving

Around the League: Thursday's top performers, storylines and highlights

The Indiana Pacers proved they're going to be a force deep into the season and two of the East's best point guards put on a dazzling display.

NBA.com India Staff

Muralist commemorates NBA Mexico City Games

In addition to imagery featuring the mascots of participating teams, the mural features a League Pass discount code that supplies fans around the world with a 30 percent discount on any League Pass package.

NBA.com Staff

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