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Chris Paul leads Suns to Game 1 win over Bucks

Sporting News provided live updates and highlights from Game 1 of the 2021 NBA Finals. Check out all the highlights you missed right here.

Jordan Greer

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Twitter compares Giannis Antetokounmpo NBA Finals block vs. Suns to LeBron James' vs. Warriors in 2016

Antetokounmpo logged one of the best blocks in recent NBA Finals history against the Suns. Was it as good as James' 2016 block vs. the Warriors? weighed in on that topic.

Jacob Camenker

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Latest on Giannis' injury status

Sporting News has you covered on everything you need to know about Antetokounmpo's injury status ahead of Game 1 of the NBA Finals.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bucks vs. Suns predictions, picks, schedule & more

Everything you need to know about the Bucks and Suns ahead of the 2021 NBA Finals.

Jordan Greer

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Rachel Nichols sidelined from sideline reporting at NBA Finals

Malika Andrews will take the role as sideline reporter for the NBA Finals between the Suns and Bucks.

Edward Sutelan

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What channel is Bucks vs. Suns on today? Time, TV schedule for Game 1 of 2021 NBA Finals

Sporting News has you covered on how to watch Game 1 of the NBA Finals matchup between the Bucks and Suns:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Clippers' Patrick Beverley suspended one game for shoving Suns' Chris Paul

The NBA announced Saturday that the Clippers guard has been suspended one game without pay for an "unsportsmanlike act" in Los Angeles' Game 6 loss to Phoenix on Wednesday night.

Jordan Greer

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Patrick Beverley apologizes to Chris Paul for late-game shove

Patrick Beverley has apologized for the play that got him ejected late in the Clippers' loss to the Suns.

Jacob Camenker

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DeCourcy: Greatest point guards of all time? Chris Paul is in the club

Chris Paul may not be the best point guard in NBA history, but he is certainly among the elite of the elite.

Mike DeCourcy

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Clippers owner Steve Ballmer demonstrates insanely awkward, thigh-grabbing sideline celebration

Just, uh, what the heck is going on here?

Joe Rivera

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DeMarcus Cousins has no love for Chris Paul after Suns advance to Finals

Paul ended up getting the last laugh, posting 41 points (16-of-24 shooting), eight assists, four rebounds and three steals in a Game 6 victory.

Jordan Greer

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Reggie Jackson gives heartfelt thanks to Clippers after Game 6 loss

The Clippers' season may be over, but the 2020-21 campaign is one that Reggie Jackson won't soon forget.

Jordan Greer

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Greer: Finally, CP3 gets to play for a ring

In Wednesday night's Game 6 against the Clippers, Paul led the Suns to a 130-103 victory with 41 points (16-of-24 shooting), eight assists, four rebounds and three steals.

Jordan Greer

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Clippers' Patrick Beverley ejected from Game 6 after ugly shove to Suns' Chris Paul

Part of Beverley's frustration may have stemmed from the fact that there was nothing the Clippers could do to stop Paul.

Jordan Greer

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Clippers vs. Suns injury updates: Will Kawhi Leonard, Ivica Zubac play in Game 6?

Here are the latest updates on Leonard and Zubac ahead of Wednesday's Game 6.

Jordan Greer

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DeCourcy: Suns need healthy Cameron Payne to close out Clippers

Cameron Payne's ankle injury is looming larger than some may think.

Mike DeCourcy

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Jeff Van Gundy gets heat for 'sissification of the game' comment during Suns-Clippers Game 5

Sissification? Sissyfication? However you spell it, Van Gundy said it.

Joe Rivera

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Crowder pokes George in the eye

Twitter was none too pleased with Crowder after he poked George in the eye in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Beverley mocks Chris Paul after Flagrant 1 foul

Beverley didn't put much stock into his Flagrant 1 foul against Paul, and let the Suns point guard know it.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Clippers' Paul George drops career-high in playoff points: Inside his series-saving performance against Suns

The Los Angeles shooting guard turned in perhaps the best performance of his career when his team needed him most.

Edward Sutelan

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Ayton keeps word to own paint in Game 4

The Phoenix big man follows through on his pledge to own the paint against LA.

Tom Gatto

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Clippers vs. Suns injury updates: Will Kawhi Leonard, Cameron Payne play in Game 4?

Here are the latest updates on Leonard and Payne ahead of Saturday's Game 4.

Jordan Greer

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Suns' Devin Booker describes resetting broken nose, getting mask advice from Richard Hamilton

Booker didn't blame the mask for his Game 3 performance, saying his nose felt "fine." He credited the defense of Clippers guard Patrick Beverley.

Jordan Greer

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The Clippers 'empowered' Reggie Jackson, and that trust has paid off

Jackson has been a major contributor throughout LA's playoff run, including in the Clippers' 106-92 win over the Suns on Thursday night.

Jordan Greer

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Cameron Payne injury update: Suns guard out for remainder of Game 3 with ankle injury

In the first two games of the Western Conference finals, Payne filled in for Chris Paul as the team's starting point guard, totaling 40 points and 18 assists with just one turnover.

Jordan Greer

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Clippers vs. Suns injury updates: Will Kawhi Leonard, Chris Paul play in Game 3?

Here are the latest updates on Leonard and Paul ahead of Thursday's Game 3.

Jordan Greer

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NBA assesses technical foul on Clippers' DeMarcus Cousins day after he pushes two Suns

DeMarcus Cousins was assessed a technical foul 15 hours after shoving Cam Payne and Devin Booker at the end of the Suns-Clippers Game 2.

Jacob Camenker

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SAS, Wilbon speechless after Suns' buzzer-beater

Stephen A. Smith and Michael Wilbon had the perfect reaction to the "Valley-Oop."

Zac Al-Khateeb

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DeCourcy: Suns-Clippers ending marred by drama-sapping reviews

The issues with NBA replay review are profound, and they were on display in Game 2 of the Western Conference finals.

Mike DeCourcy

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Devin Booker's nose was a sight to behold after Suns' win

Devin Booker's nose was bloodied and possibly broken during Game 2 win.

Joe Rivera

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George's missed free throws lead to Game 2 loss vs. Suns

George will agonize over those two missed shots.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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How long will Suns be without Chris Paul?

Chris Paul entered the NBA's health and safety protocols after the Suns' four-game sweep of the Nuggets. How long will he be out? Here are the latest updates on his condition ahead of the Western Conference finals.

Jacob Camenker

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How Suns perfectly executed game-winning play

Monty William's squad executed his play perfectly to give the Suns a stunning 104-103 win over the Clippers and a 2-0 series lead in the Western Conference finals.

Jordan Greer

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Chris Paul, NBA Twitter react to Deandre Ayton's game-winning dunk in Suns vs. Clippers

NBA Twitter went wild after Deandre Ayton converted on a game-winning alley-oop with less than one second left in the Suns' win over Clippers.

Jacob Camenker

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Clippers vs. Suns injury updates: Will Kawhi Leonard, Chris Paul play in Game 2?

Here are the latest updates on Leonard and Paul ahead of Tuesday's Game 2.

Jordan Greer

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Suns caution fans after another violent incident

The release from the team follows multiple instances of violent fan behavior during the playoffs.

Edward Sutelan

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Was Chris Paul texting tips during Game 1?

Paul, currently sidelined in the NBA's health and safety protocols, may have used his brother to pass on strategy to teammates via text.

Joe Rivera

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NBA Twitter reacts to Devin Booker's 40-point triple-double vs. Clippers: 'So special'

Kevin Love, Magic Johnson and others took to Twitter to praise Devin Booker after the Suns guard notched a 40-point triple-double in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals.

Jacob Camenker

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Kawhi Leonard injury update: Will Clippers star play in Game 1 vs. Suns?

Here's everything to know about Kawhi Leonard ahead of Game 1 of the Clippers-Suns Western Conference finals series.

Jacob Camenker

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Chris Paul enters NBA's COVID-19 protocol

It's unclear when Paul will be able to step on the court again.

Joe Rivera

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Nuggets finish season without MVP on court

Officials ruled Jokic made "unnecessary and excessive contact" with Phoenix's Cameron Payne while trying to swat the ball out of Payne's hands.

Tom Gatto

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Suns' Chris Paul asks referee to hit Nuggets' Nikola Jokic with technical foul, promptly gets his wish

During the fourth quarter of Phoenix's 116-102 win, Jokic erupted in anger after a drive to the basket against Suns center Deandre Ayton.

Jordan Greer

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Chris Paul's Game 2 masterpiece in four stats

In the Suns' 123-98 victory over the Nuggets on Wednesday night, Paul put together a performance that most NBA point guards can only dream about.

Jordan Greer

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Thibodeau edges Williams for NBA COY

Williams, who trailed Thibodeau by 11 points to finish second, actually had more first-place votes.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Devin Booker says he felt Kobe Bryant's presence in Staples Center as Suns eliminated Lakers

The Phoenix guard recounted how Bryant mentored him earlier in his career.

Tom Gatto

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NBA Twitter criticizes Lakers for clearing Davis to play in Game 6

The Lakers star was cleared to play against the Suns by the team's medical staff, but it became clear early in the contest that he didn't have his normal level of mobility.

Jordan Greer

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LeBron, AD and the Lakers lost a war of attrition this season

The Suns' 113-100 win over the Lakers on Thursday night was just the final blow in what has been an exhausting stretch for James, Davis and the rest of the team.

Jordan Greer

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Anthony Davis injury update: Will Lakers star play in Game 6 vs. Suns?

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

Jordan Greer

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Shaq rips Lakers after Game 5 loss: 'They played with no heart'

O'Neal added that the Lakers played with "no pride" and "no sense of urgency."

Jordan Greer

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Vogel explains why LeBron left bench before end of Game 5

With the Suns closing in on a 3-2 series lead and a little under six minutes remaining in regulation, the TNT broadcast momentarily shifted away from the action on the court and caught James leaving the bench area.

Jordan Greer

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Anthony Davis unlikely to play in Game 5

Davis left for the locker room in the first half of LA's Game 4 loss to Phoenix. He did not return to the game.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Lakers injury updates: Will Anthony Davis, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope play in Game 4 vs. Suns?

Here are the latest updates on Davis and Caldwell-Pope ahead of Game 4.

Jordan Greer

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Chris Paul is painfully aware of his playoff history with Scott Foster

Paul has clashed with Foster several times throughout his career, including during last year's playoffs in the Florida "bubble."

Jordan Greer

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Davis on Booker's Flagrant 2 foul: 'It's a dirty play'

Booker's foul may have been the result of pent-up frustration, as he scored just 19 points on 6-of-19 shooting in the loss.

Jordan Greer

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AD kicks Crowder in the groin

Crowder was in the right place, but at the wrong time.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Paul's shoulder injury looms large after Lakers' Game 2 win over Suns

After injuring his right shoulder in Game 1, Paul rarely looked like the real CP3.

Jordan Greer

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NBA explains why LeBron didn't quarantine

The NBA on Monday explained its decision not to suspend Lebron James after he attended a promotional event.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Did LeBron flop after CP3 foul? Twitter reacts

LeBron James went flying after being fouled by Chris Paul in Game 1 of the Lakers-Suns series. Did a flop lead to a scuffle between the teams?

Jacob Camenker

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Chris Paul brushes off Frank Vogel calling foul on LeBron James 'dirty'

Frank Vogel thought that Suns point guard Chris Paul's foul on Lakers forward LeBron James was "dirty," but Paul isn't letting that get to him.

Jacob Camenker

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Charles Barkley says NBA doesn't have 'the balls' to suspend LeBron James for coronavirus protocol breach

The Lakers were informed that James violated coronavirus protocols, but wouldn't suspend him for it.

Joe Rivera

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LeBron violated COVID-19 protocol

The question now is whether LeBron will face a quarantine period ahead of Los Angeles' first-round series against the Suns.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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NBA trade rumors: 76ers pushed for Chris Paul deal, but Suns star wasn't interested

Paul was reportedly a "driving force" behind the deal that sent him from the Thunder to the Suns in November.

Jordan Greer

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Boris Diaw tells incredible story about arguing with Suns coach Terry Porter, then refusing to shoot

Diaw has set a high bar for being passive-aggressive toward your boss.

Jordan Greer

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76ers' Joel Embiid nearly nets insane, Hail Mary buzzer-beating shot vs. Suns

Embiid and the 76ers came oh so close to sending the game into overtime.

Joe Rivera

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Clippers' Patrick Beverley ejected for Flagrant 2 foul against Suns' Chris Paul

Beverley delivered an elbow that landed near Paul's right hip.

Tom Gatto

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Why Suns star Devin Booker was ejected vs. Lakers

The ejection happened so quickly that even TNT's Brian Anderson and Jim Jackson were initially confused as to why Booker was leaving the court.

Jordan Greer

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LeBron James, NBA players stunned by Devin Booker All-Star snub: 'Most disrespected player in our league'

Booker is averaging 24.7 points, 4.3 assists and 3.8 rebounds per game this season while shooting 50.1 percent from the field and 38.1 percent from 3-point range.

Jordan Greer

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How long is Devin Booker out? Suns guard leaves OT loss with leg injury

Phoenix's leading scorer appeared to injure a hamstring in the final two minutes of his team's overtime loss to Denver. He may miss more than just that final stretch.

Tom Gatto

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New Warriors forward Kelly Oubre Jr. takes parting shot at Suns owner Robert Sarver

Oubre's analysis may sound harsh, but Sarver doesn't have much of a counter argument.

Jordan Greer

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NBA teams with brightest futures: Thunder, Mavericks, Pelicans among risers ahead of draft

A combination of talented players already in tow and future draft picks make this group of teams most likely to break through for a deep playoff run from 2022 onward.

Dan Bernstein

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Suns to acquire Chris Paul: SN grades the trade

Chris Paul has reportedly been traded to the Suns, giving Phoenix a future Hall of Famer at point guard to compete in the Western Conference while the Thunder continue to load up on youth and draft picks.

Billy Heyen

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NBA world reacts to reported Chris Paul trade to the Suns

It's the third team in three years for Paul, but this time it's a little different.

Joe Rivera

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NBA trade rumors: Chris Paul to Suns, Russell Westbrook to Knicks talks heat up

Paul and Westbrook could be on the move again during a truncated NBA offseason.

Dan Bernstein

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Explaining the NBA play-in tournament

The play-in tournament concept is new to the NBA, but it's not actually that complicated. Here's what you need to know about Trail Blazers vs. Grizzlies and the format that will decide the Western Conference's 8-seed.

Dan Bernstein

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Breaking down Thursday's NBA playoff scenarios

Here's a complete breakdown of the NBA's clinching scenarios for the Trail Blazers, Grizzlies, Suns and Spurs, including an updated bracket for Thursday, Aug. 13.

Dan Bernstein

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Updated NBA playoff standings, odds

Over in the Western Conference, an intense race for the final playoff spot continues to rage on.

Jordan Greer

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Suns surprised players with family member introductions

This was great.

SJ Lynn

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Looking back on the trade that gave T.J. Warren to Pacers

Warren has been fueled by the deal that landed him in Indiana.

Dan Bernstein

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Draymond Green admits he may have tampered to get Devin Booker off the Suns

Green made a studio appearance on TNT's "Inside the NBA" to talk basketball with Ernie, Kenny and Chuck. He may have committed some casual tampering.

Dan Bernstein

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Williams addresses strip club visit

Speaking after his first game back since the NBA resumed, Lou Williams addressed his visit to a strip club in Atlanta.

Liam Blackburn

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NBA games today: Full TV schedule for 2020 season restart on TNT, ESPN & more channels

Here is a complete TV schedule for the first two nights of NBA games during the 2020 season restart, including start times and channels for Thursday and Friday's national broadcasts.

Tadd Haislop

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NBA: No positive COVID-19 tests

Of the 344 players tested at the NBA 'bubble' over the past week, not a single one returned a positive COVID-19 result.

Dom Farrell

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NBA returns: STATS preview

Using STATS data, we look at the best-performing players ahead of the NBA's return in Orlando, Florida.

Sacha Pisani

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Charles Barkley, Patrick Ewing & the best players Michael Jordan blocked from winning an NBA championship

These six players likely would have won at least one NBA championship if not for Michael Jordan.

Bill Bender

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Kendall Jenner fires back at people saying she's being 'passed around' by NBA players

The supermodel has been linked to several basketball players over the years.

Emily Carson

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NBA taking smallest step toward getting players back on court

The league reportedly is giving teams the go-ahead to open facilities for individual workouts, provided stay-at-home orders are lifted or adjusted.

Tom Gatto

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Devin Booker laughs at idea of playing as Suns in 'NBA 2K' Players Tournament

Michael Porter Jr. tried to guilt Booker into choosing Phoenix, but Booker wasn't having any of it.

Dan Bernstein

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Remembering the time Deandre Ayton broke his PS4 because he was so mad at 'NBA 2K'

Hopefully Deandre Ayton has learned to control his video game rage.

Dan Bernstein

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Mavericks beat Suns despite NBA's coronavirus hiatus — well, not exactly

With the NBA postponed, Phoenix still gave fans their basketball fix, albeit virtually, on Friday.

Sacha Pisani

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Devin Booker learns of NBA's suspension of season while streaming 'Call of Duty,' drops multiple F-bombs

Well, now Booker will have extra time to play "Call of Duty."

Joe Rivera

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Which East, West players should earn All-Star reserve spots?

There are only seven All-Star spots left in each conference. It's time to fill out the rest of the rosters.

Jordan Greer

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Doncic-less Mavs snap Bucks' 18-game winning streak despite Giannis Antetokounmpo's 48

No Luka Doncic, no worries for the Mavericks, who stopped the red-hot Bucks on Monday.

Sacha Pisani

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Kerr addresses Curry injury

Steve Kerr addressed Stephen Curry's injury after the Warriors' third loss of the young NBA season.

Sacha Pisani

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Doncic gets triple-double in win

Last year's Rookie of the Year notched his ninth career triple-double with 25 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists.

Ameer Tyree

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Ayton suspended 25-games

The NBPA is already planning on appealing the suspension on the basis that Ayton took the substance unintentionally.

Thomas Lott

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Ranking this decade's NBA rookies

Ahead of Zion's delayed debut, we assess how successful this decade's rookies have been in the NBA.

Tom Webber

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Kings give Hield $94M extension

Hield has become one of the NBA's most prolific long-range shooters since being drafted in 2016.

Ameer Tyree

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Top 10 most overpaid NBA players: Hornets, Timberwolves stuck staring at bad contracts

Let's take a look at the 10 NBA players who will rack up the big bucks this season but may not produce the stats to back up their paychecks.

Kyle Irving

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Kevin Durant picks a side in the great Devin Booker double-team debate of 2019

During a recent offseason run, Suns guard Devin Booker complained about double-team protocol. Booker's comments sparked a debate and forced NBA players and fans to pick a side: double-team or straight up?

Jordan Greer

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'NBA 2K20' adds six new classic teams, including 'Lob City' Clippers, champion Cavs

Considering most of the truly historic teams have been included in previous versions of "NBA 2K," the latest rosters may stretch the definition of "classic." However, they do have some intriguing players from the not-so-distant past.

Bryan Wiedey

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Suns, Oubre Jr. agree to $30M deal

Oubre, acquired from the Wizards at the trade deadline, brought a palpable intensity and a fresh style to a struggling Suns team.

Bob Hille

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Suns ‘really’ want to add Russell

The Suns “are the team that really wants” to add the 23-year-old guard, one league executive recently told The Athletic.

E.Jay Zarett

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NBA Draft team-by-team grades and analysis

How did each team do with its collection of picks at the 2019 NBA Draft? It's time to hand out some grades.

Chris Stone

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Tyler Johnson exercises $19M option

Johnson, who scored 10.9 points per game last season, can be a useful player, but he's not Kyrie Irving or Jimmy Butler.

Arthur Weinstein

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Coby White's reaction to UNC teammate Cam Johnson going No. 11 is one of draft night's great moments

Cam Johnson moved up late in most NBA mock drafts, but he was considered a late first-rounder — not a lottery pick.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Twolves move up to No. 6

The Timberwolves had been trying to jump up throughout the week and also inquired about the No. 4 and 5 picks, according to ESPN.

E.Jay Zarett

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Pacers acquire Suns' T.J. Warren

TJ Warren was the 14th pick in the 2014 draft out of NC State.

Thomas Lott

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3 teams with the most on the line

This year's NBA Draft could help quite a few teams accelerate their progress toward success or set them back.

Ameer Tyree

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Suns open to trading pick for guard

The Suns were reportedly trying to acquire a point guard to pair with star Devin Booker for most of 2018-19.

E.Jay Zarett

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Doncic, Young top NBA All-Rookie

The All-Rookie first team was a mirror of the top five picks in the 2018 NBA Draft, the first time that had happened since the 1984 draft.

Bob Hille

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NBA Draft prospect rankings: Big board of top 50 players in 2019 class

Zion Williamson will be the top pick at the 2019 NBA Draft, but what about the rest of the big board? Here's a look at Sporting News' latest prospect rankings covering the top 50 players in this draft class.

Sean Deveney

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NBA Draft lottery winners and losers: Pelicans, LeBron James get good news

It's easy to crown the Pelicans a winner from the 2019 NBA Draft lottery, but the ripple effects from Tuesday night spread quickly to other corners of the NBA.

Sean Deveney

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NBA Draft lottery results: Full pick order for 2019 lottery teams

The Pelicans won the NBA Draft lottery drawing with a 6.8 percent chance of landing the No. 1 overall pick. Here are the results and full order of lottery picks.

Jordan Greer

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What time is the NBA Draft lottery 2019? TV channel, live stream, mock draft, best odds to land Zion Williamson

Struggling NBA franchises like the Knicks, Suns, Cavaliers and Bulls are hoping to land Duke star Zion Williamson with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. Which team has the best odds to win the lottery?

Jordan Greer

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NBA Draft lottery odds 2019: Best chances to win No. 1 pick, Zion Williamson sweepstakes

The Knicks, Suns and Cavs have the best odds to land Duke star Zion Williamson at the 2019 NBA Draft lottery, but don't be surprised if a team in the middle of the pack jumps ahead of them under the new lottery format.

Jordan Greer

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Suns' Jackson charged in Flordia

Jackson, 22, was charged with resisting arrest and escape while attending the popular Rolling Loud music festival in Miami.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Suns name Monty Williams head coach

The former NBA player has vast coaching experience, including five seasons as the head coach in New Orleans.

Arthur Weinstein

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NBA Mock Draft 2019: Full first-round breakdown

Duke's Zion Williamson is a surefire star, but the 2019 NBA Draft board is filled with question marks. Sporting News' Sean Deveney spoke with scouts and GMs to try to find some answers in our latest NBA Mock Draft.

Sean Deveney

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Williams can have Suns coaching job

There is a possibility Williams won't take the job in Phoenix because he has become an in-demand candidate for other head coaching openings.

Chelsea Howard

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Suns' front office has some explaining to do (again) after firing of coach Igor Kokoskov

There is much to be explained in Phoenix after the firing of coach Igor Kokoskov, and the more the Suns refuse to do the explaining, the worse the whole operation looks.

Sean Deveney

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Former Suns player Matt Barnes calls Robert Sarver the 'worst owner in the NBA'

After the Suns fired coach Igor Kokoskov, Matt Barnes said the team was wasting Devin Booker's career.

Jordan Heck

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Suns fire coach Igor Kokoskov

The Suns have a 14 percent chance to win the lottery in the 2019 NBA Draft, the same odds as the Knicks and Cavaliers.

Ameer Tyree

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Suns prefer Morant for top pick

Phoenix is one of three teams that have a 14 percent chance of winning the lottery. The other two are the Cavaliers and Knicks.

Ameer Tyree

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Longtime Suns coach MacLeod dies

MacLeod also coached the Mavericks and Knicks, finishing 707-657 overall as an NBA head coach, placing him 18th in league history.

Bob Hille

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NBA Draft lottery 2019: Best odds to win No. 1 pick, race for Zion Williamson

Tanking teams like the Knicks, Suns, Cavaliers and Bulls are fighting for the right to select Duke star Zion Williamson with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. Which franchise has the best lottery odds?

Jordan Greer

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Nowitzki announces retirement

The 40-year-old big man poured in a season-high 30 points, eight rebounds and three assists against the Suns.

Ameer Tyree

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NBA wrap: April 9

Dwyane Wade and Dirk Nowitzki each played their last home games, as both have plans to retire after the season.

Ameer Tyree

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Nowitzki dazzles with scoring burst

The Mavericks legend scored his team's first 10 points in Tuesday's matchup against the Suns.

Ameer Tyree

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NBA Mock Draft 2019: Knicks land Zion Williamson; Duke dominates lottery

The NCAA Tournament sparked a month-long evaluation of many of the 2019 NBA Draft’s top prospects. Here’s a look at the latest version of our NBA Mock Draft.

Chris Stone

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Basketball Hall of Fame: Five reported as 2019 class members

Names of the enshrinees were leaked late Friday/early Saturday.

Tom Gatto

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Pelicans' meltdown vs. Suns left Alvin Gentry trying to explain bizarre sequence

Alvin Gentry tried to pin the blame on himself, but, really, it took everyone for New Orleans to screw up the way it did against Phoenix.

Tom Gatto

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Warriors' Steve Kerr cracks joke about Draymond Green comment caught on video

During a moment of frustration in the Warriors' loss to the Suns, Golden State head coach Steve Kerr appeared to say he was tired of Draymond Green's... yeah, you can read lips here.

Jordan Greer

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What's next for Kelly Oubre after wild trade? 'Time to rise with the Suns'

Kelly Oubre is entering a new situation in Phoenix, going from a role player off the bench with the Wizards to a spot with the Suns in which he is expected to eventually start and be one of the team's top contributors.

Sean Deveney

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Trevor Ariza trade grades: Sloppy deal won't fix Wizards' problems

The Suns and Wizards worked out a Trevor Ariza trade — no, really this time. Here's what the deal means for both sides.

Jordan Greer

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NBA trade rumors: Suns want no part of Markelle Fultz deal

The Suns don't have any interest in acquiring 76ers guard Markelle Fultz despite speculation that the Sixers could help facilitate a three-team deal with the Suns and Lakers.

Jordan Greer

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NBA coach, scout evaluate Luka Doncic, Deandre Ayton and other top rookies

Sporting News checked in with an NBA assistant coach and a league scout to break down the eight rookies leading the way in playing time so far this season. Here's what they had to say.

Sean Deveney

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Tonight's FanDuel NBA DFS lineup: Pick advice, sleepers for Thursday, Dec. 6

Get advice for sleeper and bust advice for FanDuel cash games ahead of Thursday's three-game NBA DFS slate.

Dan Bernstein

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Tonight's FanDuel NBA DFS lineup: Pick advice, sleepers for Tuesday, Dec. 4

Get your FanDuel cash lineup ready for Tuesday's NBA DFS contests with injury updates and key sleepers to target tonight.

Dan Bernstein

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Tonight's FanDuel NBA DFS picks: Lineup advice, sleepers for Friday, Nov. 30

Get your FanDuel cash lineup ready for Friday's NBA DFS contests with injury updates and key sleepers to target tonight.

Dan Bernstein

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NBA Mock Draft 2019: Duke's Zion Williamson, RJ Barrett battle for top spot

The 2018-19 NBA season is approaching its quarter mark, which means we already have a reasonably clear idea of the teams likely to be selecting near the top of the 2019 NBA Draft. Here's how our first Mock Draft is shaping up.

Chris Stone

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FanDuel Picks: NBA DFS lineup advice for Wednesday, Nov. 14

Get your cash lineup ready for Wednesday's NBA DFS contests with FanDuel sleepers and busts picks.

Dan Bernstein

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What happens when NBA stars leave? Road back to relevance isn't easy

Sporting News identified 11 star NBA players who left behind their franchises and had a look at some common themes that emerged in the aftermath of their departures.

Sean Deveney

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These eight NBA coaches are already feeling hot seats to start 2018-19 season

Tyronn Lue was fired by the Cavs only six games into the 2018-19 season. These eight NBA coaches are hoping to avoid a similar fate.

Mitch Lawrence

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Kawhi Leonard suffers jammed foot in Raptors' victory over Suns

Kawhi Leonard suffered a "jammed foot" late in the Toronto Raptors' win on Friday. Leonard played in just nine games last season because of injury.

Mark Suleymanov

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Lakers' LeBron James, Lonzo Ball find much-needed chemistry with tough road ahead

The Lakers weren't going to finish 0-82 with LeBron James on board, but there were concerns about team chemistry. It all worked in Phoenix, but the Lakers' next test is never far away.

David Steele

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NBA awards predictions 2018-19: Surprise MVP pick emerges from crowd of stars

Our NBA awards predictions do have some predictable choices, but we do foresee some surprises. Here’s how things could shape up at awards time.

Sean Deveney

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Former Suns players support firing of Ryan McDonough: 'Bout time'

The Suns fired general manager Ryan McDonough on Monday. A few former Phoenix players feel this move should have come much sooner.

Jordan Greer

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Steve Nash paved way for modern NBA game — even if he doesn't want to admit it

Steve Nash was a vital bridge between what might have been the most unwatchable era in NBA history and the revitalized game we see today.

Sean Deveney

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NBA trade rumors: What are Suns' best (and most realistic) options at point guard?

After a recent trade with the Rockets, the Suns look to find a permanent starter at point guard.

Jordan Greer

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NBA trade rumors: The good, bad and confusing for surprising Rockets-Suns deal

The Rockets and Suns agreed to a trade that could only be initially summed up as... wait, what happened? Let's break down what exactly this deal means for both sides.

Jordan Greer

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Reviewing biggest NBA summer league winners, losers and pleasant surprises

We all know summer league doesn't mean much in the big picture. Still, two-plus weeks of July basketball did leave us with plenty of winners, losers and surprises.

Sean Deveney

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NBA Draft picks 2018: Results, grades, analysis for every selection

Here are the NBA Draft results, complete with grades and analysis for each pick.

Chris Stone

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NBA Draft picks 2018: Complete list of results for Rounds 1 and 2

A complete recap of the 2018 NBA Draft picks.

Jordan Greer

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NBA Draft grades: Celtics, Suns shine; Hornets, Jazz miss mark

There was not quite as much movement as expected on NBA Draft night, but for some teams, it was a night to remember. For some, it’s already forgettable.

Sean Deveney

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NBA Draft 2018 trades: Tracking draft-night deals

NBA Draft night usually includes a flurry of trade activity. SN is keeping track of the deals that take place at the 2018 draft.

Tom Gatto

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Final Big Board rankings ahead of NBA Draft night

The 2018 NBA Draft is just days away, which means it’s time to lock in a final set of prospect rankings. Here's how our Big Board looks ahead of draft night.

Chris Stone

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NBA Mock Draft 2018: Grizzlies surprise in top five; Cavs take risk on potential star

NBA Draft day is here, and we’re so excited, we’re bringing you our final installment of the Mock Draft. (These picks will certainly all be correct.)

Sean Deveney

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NBA Mock Draft 2018, two-round edition

What will the Kings do at No. 2? How many trades will we see in the first round? There are still plenty of questions ahead of the 2018 NBA Draft, but here's our best guess at what happens with each pick.

Chris Stone

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Deandre Ayton vs. Luka Doncic: Who should Suns take with No. 1 pick in NBA Draft?

For the first time in franchise history, the Suns own the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA Draft. The debate figures to come down to two players: Deandre Ayton and Luka Doncic.

Chris Stone

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Who has most at stake in 2018 NBA Draft?

We took a look at the 13 prospects, coaches, front-office executives and other groups who are going into the 2018 NBA Draft with more at stake than usual.

Sean Deveney

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NBA Mock Draft: Predicting full first round

Workouts, trade rumors and smokescreens. It's all there with the 2018 NBA Draft fast approaching. Let's see how the first round goes down in our latest Mock Draft.

Sean Deveney

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NBA Draft 2018 Big Board: Zhaire Smith rising, Mo Bamba slipping in latest rankings

With less than two weeks until the 2018 NBA Draft, who tops SN's latest Big Board? Here's a look at our list of this year's top prospects.

Chris Stone

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John Oliver roasts Suns, Dragan Bender on 'Last Week Tonight'

The Suns haven't played in an NBA game since early April, yet Phoenix is still taking L's nearly two months later.

Jordan Greer

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NBA Draft 2018: Predicting picks 1-30 in the first round

As top prospects begin ramping up their workouts, Sporting News' Sean Deveney breaks down the first round with his NBA Mock Draft projections.

Sean Deveney

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NBA Mock Draft 2018, post-lottery edition: Suns, Cavs make tough calls with first-round picks

The Suns are officially on the clock after securing the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft lottery. Will they go with Luka Doncic or Deandre Ayton?

Chris Stone

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NBA Draft 2018: Latest news on Suns' strategy for top pick, Donte DiVincenzo's rising stock

Sporting News' Sean Deveney reports on the latest news and rumors around the 2018 NBA Draft, including how the Suns will tackle the big Deandre Ayton vs. Luka Doncic question.

Sean Deveney

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NBA Draft 2018: Latest news on Grizzlies trade rumors, Deandre Ayton concerns

Sporting News' Sean Deveney reports on the latest news and rumors around the 2018 NBA Draft, including concerns about potential No. 1 pick Deandre Ayton.

Sean Deveney

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Luka Doncic's NBA Draft decision won't come down to specific team, agent tells SN

Luka Doncic created a stir when he told reporters that he was not sure he would be playing his final games for Real Madrid. His agent, Bill Duffy, addressed those comments with SN's Sean Deveney.

Sean Deveney

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NBA Draft lottery 2018: Full results, pick order for first round

The Suns won the NBA Draft lottery on Tuesday night, capturing the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft.

Jordan Greer

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NBA Draft lottery winners and losers: Suns, Kings smiling; Mavs, Pistons lacking luck

The Suns snagged the No. 1 pick, De'Aaron Fox and the Kings vaulted up the board and the Mavericks fell into a difficult spot on NBA Draft lottery night.

Chris Stone

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NBA Draft Combine primer: Mystery prospects to watch, biggest early-entry questions

With the NBA Draft Combine quickly approaching, here are the top storylines you should follow at the annual event.

Chris Stone

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Trae Young says Steve Nash is his favorite player

Although he draws comparison to Stephen Curry, Trae Young says his favorite player is Steve Nash.

Carlan Gay

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NBA teams, players react to 2018 draft lottery

NBA teams and players were not shy about letting their feelings known as the draft order was revealed.

Gabe Fernandez

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Breaking down who each NBA Draft lottery team would select No. 1 (with scout's help)

Luka Doncic and Deandre Ayton are the favorites to go first overall in the 2018 NBA Draft, but a pair of wildcards might wind up in the mix if the lottery pans out just right.

Sean Deveney

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When is NBA Draft lottery? Best odds for No. 1 pick ahead of 2018 NBA Draft

The latest NBA standings, odds and projections ahead of the 2018 NBA Draft lottery.

Jordan Greer

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Raptors join list of teams that couldn't clear one big hurdle to reach NBA Finals

The Cavs have once again knocked the Raptors out of the postseason. It's not the first time a team simply couldn't solve one roadblock in the NBA playoffs.

Bill Bender

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NBA Mock Draft 2018: Suns, Grizzlies snag top prospects; Cavs pick perfect partner for LeBron

The NBA playoffs are underway, which also means the collection of teams hoping to land the No. 1 pick in the 2018 NBA Draft via the lottery is set. Here's how the first round goes down in Sporting News' latest NBA Mock Draft.

Chris Stone

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NBA Mock Draft 2018: What if only Final Four players were available to lottery teams?

Rather than listing the Final Four matchups to watch, SN's Chris Stone filled out an NBA Mock Draft with the remaining NCAA Tournament players, assigning them to NBA teams and discussing their potential fits at the next level.

Chris Stone

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Suns might consider these 8 coaching candidates to replace Earl Watson

The Suns fired head coach Earl Watson only three games into the 2017-18 season. Who will Phoenix choose to replace Watson?

Jordan Greer

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Jazz's Ricky Rubio hits floor after shoves from Suns' Jared Dudley, Marquese Chriss

The Jazz point guard has another opponent angry with him to the point of giving him cheap shots.

Tom Gatto

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NBA coaching rumors: Suns targeting David Fizdale, but will Lakers intervene?

Sporting News' Mitch Lawrence bounces around the NBA to cover the biggest coaching rumors, including the latest on David Fizdale's search for a new job.

Mitch Lawrence

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Wednesday NBA scores, highlights

The Pelicans came back from 15 points down to beat the Spurs as Popovich was ejected in the opening minute of the third quarter.

Thomas Lott

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Warriors' Steve Kerr hits back at critics of decision to let players coach

Steve Kerr thinks it's "insane" that his decision to temporarily hand coaching control to his team has created controversy.

Blake Birt

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Steve Kerr hands coaching duties to Warriors players vs. Suns; says no disrespect intended

Steve Kerr wanted his players to hear someone other than him coaching them, so he let them be their own coaches vs. Phoenix. He's not worried about people saying he disrespected an opponent.

Tom Gatto

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NBA trade rumors: How Kristaps Porzingis' injury impacts Knicks, plus trade buzz with Suns, Jazz, Grizzlies

Kristaps Porzingis' injury seals the Knicks' fate and, with one day to go before the trade deadline, puts the focus squarely on the franchise’s direction.

Sean Deveney

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Magic Johnson vs. Steve Kerr: Who earned more absurd tampering fine?

Magic Johnson cost the Lakers $50,000 for his comments about Giannis Antetokounmpo, but the fine may not even be the most ridiculous of its kind.

Jordan Greer

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NBA trade rumors: Latest news on DeAndre Jordan sweepstakes, Jason Kidd's job search

Sporting News' Mitch Lawrence takes a look at the latest rumors surrounding former Bucks coach Jason Kidd, Clippers center DeAndre Jordan and more ahead of the Feb. 8 trade deadline.

Mitch Lawrence

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The story behind the Enes Kanter-Jared Dudley Twitter beef

Knicks big man Enes Kanter clowned Suns guard Devin Booker on Twitter. Booker's teammate Jared Dudley wasn't having it, and then things got personal.

Tom Gatto

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Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo offered to help save Jason Kidd's job, report says

Kidd says he received a call from Antetokounmpo minutes before he was fired as Milwaukee's head coach.

E.Jay Zarett

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NBA schedule: Week of Jan. 22 games include Celtics-Warriors, Cavaliers-Spurs

The top games in the NBA this week are headlined by a showdown between the East-leading Celtics and West-leading Warriors.

Skylar Rolstad

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NBA schedule: Week of Jan. 15 games include full MLK Day lineup, Warriors-Cavs

This week's NBA schedule includes a few highly-anticipated matchups between top teams, including Warriors vs. Cavs and Warriors vs. Rockets.

Skylar Rolstad

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NBA schedule: Week of Jan. 8 games include Cavs-Raptors and Warriors-Bucks

A matchup between two Eastern Conference contenders highlights this week's NBA schedule.

Skylar Rolstad

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Suns' Marquese Chriss shuts down Hawks with well-timed block, postgame tweet

Suns second-year forward Marquese Chriss was sending shots back in more ways than one Tuesday night.

Jordan Greer

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Tyson Chandler dunk exploited rule, but which one(s), exactly?

Tyson Chandler did not commit basket interference on the Suns' game-winning shot Tuesday night, even though he caught the ball when it was in the cylinder.

Tom Gatto

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NBA schedule: Week of Dec. 25 NBA games, including premier Christmas Day matchups

Cavs-Warriors highlights the NBA Christmas Day schedule, but the rest of the week also packs a few must-see games.

Skylar Rolstad

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Charles Barkley, at campaign rally, scolds 'idiots' in Alabama for supporting Roy Moore

The TNT analyst and Basketball Hall of Famer made several pointed comments about Moore at a rally for Moore's opponent, Doug Jones, in Birmingham.

Tom Gatto

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Eric Bledsoe trade doesn't come without serious risk for Bucks, Jason Kidd

The Bucks and head coach Jason Kidd are taking a major gamble on Eric Bledsoe (and his future health).

Sean Deveney

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Bucks score massive win, Suns make big mistake with Eric Bledsoe trade

The Bucks got a quality point guard in Eric Bledsoe while the Suns received a weak return package. SN's Danny Leroux breaks down the trade between Milwaukee and Phoenix.

Danny Leroux

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NBA trade rumors: Suns finalizing deal to send Eric Bledsoe to Bucks

The Suns are finally trading Eric Bledsoe in a deal with the Bucks.

Jordan Greer

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NBA trade rumors: Bucks would 'love' to add Eric Bledsoe, but unwilling to move key players

The Bucks reportedly want to add Eric Bledsoe, but Milwaukee doesn't want to trade youngsters like Malcolm Brogdon, Thon Maker Jabari Parker in order to acquire him.

Jordan Greer

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