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What to watch in Monday's Game 4s

In what could be one of the last four-game slates of the first round, the Celtics and Raptors look to sweep while the Nuggets and Mavericks look to even things up in their respective series. We've got you covered with the biggest storylines to keep an eye on.

Gilbert McGregor

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Takeaways: Kawhi powers Clippers to Game 3 win vs. Mavs

Less than a minute after he recorded his first career playoff triple-double, Luka Doncic was forced to exit the game with a left ankle sprain. While the Mavericks still battled, Kawhi Leonard set a couple of playoff franchise records as he led his team to victory in Game 3.

Yash Matange

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Doncic sprains left ankle, says 'It’s not that bad'

When Doncic exited the game for good in the fourth quarter, he had recorded his first career playoff triple-double with 13 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists.

Yash Matange

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What's at stake in Saturday's Game 3s?

The four-game slates in the 2020 postseason continues. Here's all you need to know about the Game 3s scheduled for Saturday.

Yash Matange

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Complete first round playoff schedule

The NBA Playoffs begin Tuesday, August 18 with a full slate of four games. Check below for times and dates of the entire first round.

NBA.com Staff

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Doncic's historic night helps Mavs level series at 1-1

Luka Doncic followed up his impressive Game 1 performance, scoring 28 points to lead the Mavericks to a 127-114 win over the Clippers — their first post-season win since 2016.

Benyam Kidane

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What's at stake in Thursday's 4 Game 2s?

The four-game slates in the 2020 postseason continues. Here's all you need to know about the Games 2 scheduled for Thursday.

Yash Matange

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The highs and lows of Luka's historic playoff debut

Luka Doncic's playoff debut was as captivating as anticipated, but it wasn't as glamorous as the superstar would have liked. His 42 points marked the most by a player in their playoff debut in NBA history, but the 21-year-old's 11 turnovers placed him just outside the wrong side of the record books in a close loss that has his team down 1-0 to the favoured Clippers.

Kyle Irving

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Doncic drops 42 in playoff debut, Clippers take 1-0 lead

The Slovenian set records in his postseason debut, but Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers clinched Game 1 with a 19-12 run over final six minutes of the game.

Yash Matange

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Doncic and Porzingis or Kawhi and PG?

Mavericks' young stars Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis are set to make their playoff debuts against the Clippers' dynamic duo of Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. Our NBA.com Staff debates which duo they'd rather have for the next three seasons.

NBA.com Staff

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Clippers vs. Mavericks preview: Will Luka shine in playoff debut?

Led by Kawhi Leonard, the Clippers swept the Mavericks in the regular season. Will LA's success against Dallas carry over into the playoffs or will Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis make magic happen in their postseason debuts?

Scott Rafferty

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Previewing each first round series

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

NBA.com Staff

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How play-in tournament will be decided

The Blazers, Grizzlies, Suns and Spurs each have a chance of making the Western Conference play-in tournament. Here's what will decide which teams face off for an opportunity to play the Lakers in the first round of the playoffs.

NBA.com Staff

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How Wednesday's results impact the playoff picture

It's the last busy day of action during the seeding game schedule, with seven games on the slate and plenty left to be sorted out in the standings.

NBA.com Staff

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Blazers jump to 8th as Lillard drops 61 in win vs. Mavs

Lillard's game-winning performance made him 12th player in NBA history and the first in franchise history with consecutive 50-point games. More importantly, it pushed the Trail Blazers to the 8th seed in the West with a half-game lead over the three other teams in the race.

Yash Matange

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NBA to honour top players from seeding games

A panel of sportswriters and broadcasters who have been on site covering the season restart will select the Kia NBA All-Seeding Games Team and the Kia NBA Player of the Seeding Games.

Official Release

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5 must-watch seeding games on NBA League Pass this week

With the final playoff picture beginning to take shape, there's still plenty of room for movement in the standings as the battle for seeding continues in the Orlando bubble. How will the playoff matchups unfold? Who will sneak into the West's eighth seed? Here's five games to watch on NBA League Pass this week with big playoff implications.

Benyam Kidane

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What's at stake in Wednesday's games?

Can the Phoenix Suns improve to 7-0? What will the race for the eighth seed in the West look like? Here's a rundown of the standings and everything at stake in Wednesday's seven-game slate.

Yash Matange

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How Tuesday's results impact the playoff picture

We're a week away from the opening round of NBA playoffs and there are still a few things to be sorted out in the standings. With that in mind, here's how the results from Tuesday's five-game slate impacted the standings in the Eastern and Western Conference.

NBA.com Staff

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What's at stake in Tuesday's games?

Can the Phoenix Suns improve to 6-0 and keep their playoff hopes alive? Can the Nuggets make a run for the West's No. 2 seed? Here's a rundown of the standings and all that's at stake in Tuesday's five-game slate.

Yash Matange

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Doncic's monster game gives Mavs OT win vs. Bucks

The 21-year-old Slovenian posted a league-leading 17th triple-double with 36 points, 14 rebounds, and a career-high 19 assists en route to leading the Mavericks to an entertaining 136-132 win in overtime.

Yash Matange

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How Sunday's scores impact playoff picture

10 teams took to the courts at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando with a lot to play for on Sunday. Here's how each game impacted the playoff picture.

NBA.com Staff

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How Friday's results impacted the playoff picture

The NBA restart in Orlando continued with another six-game schedule. Every game counts and every game has an impact on the playoff picture. Take a look at what today's games meant for the standings.

Gilbert McGregor

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Could the Mavericks play spoiler in playoffs?

Ahead of their meeting with the Clippers, our NBA.com Staff looks at the biggest storylines surrounding the Mavericks heading into the playoffs, from whether or not Luka Doncic is already a top-six player to their chance of upsetting a team in the first round.

NBA.com Staff

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What's at stake in Friday's games?

The Western Conference logjam in the middle of the pack and the race to the eighth seed are both going down to the wire, while final playoff seedings in the middle of the East are also still up in the air. There's plenty of playoff implications from Friday's six-game slate! Here's how things look ahead of the games.

Benyam Kidane

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How Wednesday's results impacted the playoff race

Results from the six games on Wednesday had the race for the eighth seed in the West get even tighter and had a huge impact on the seedings for multiple teams. Find out below how Tuesday's results impact the playoff picture.

NBA.com Staff

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Doncic records historic triple-double

The Dallas Mavericks star poured in 34 points, 20 rebounds, and 12 assists in 43 minutes, powering the Dallas Mavericks to a 114-110 overtime win over the Sacramento Kings.

Benyam Kidane

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What's at stake in Wednesday's games?

From potential playoff previews, to the teams finding their groove, to the teams fighting for their playoff lives, there's plenty to keep track of during yet another busy day of NBA action.

Gilbert McGregor

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How Monday's games impacted the playoff race

The playoff-like intensity is impossible to ignore as the NBA restart continued with Monday's six-game slate. Boston dealt Portland a setback in a thriller while San Antonio's playoff streak is still in play. What does it all mean for the playoff picture? We've got you covered below.

Gilbert McGregor

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What's at stake on Monday?

Through three game-days of the NBA season restart in Orlando, all teams have played at least one seeding game. Day four will see 12 teams compete in six highly impactful games. Below, check out the standings and what's at stake during Monday's six-game slate.

Gilbert McGregor

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Harden's 49 helps Rockets pip Mavs, 153-149 in OT

The Houston Rockets' All-Star duo of James Harden and Russell Westbrook combined for 80 points, leading the team to a 14-point comeback win.

Yash Matange

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DeRozan, Spurs jump in standings with win over Kings

Who moved up in the standings? Who's in danger of falling? The first full day of action at the NBA's restart has had a wide-ranging effect on the standings in both the Eastern and Western Conferences.

Gilbert McGregor

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Expert picks for Bucks vs. Celtics, Rockets vs. Mavs

The NBA is back with two huge games and plenty that we have our eyes on in Bucks vs. Celtics and Rockets vs. Mavericks.

Carlan Gay

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What's at stake for the stars?

What would a 10th trip to the Finals mean for LeBron James? Can Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid reach their vast potential? What would a 2020 encore by Kawhi Leonard mean for his legacy? With the season less than a month away, here's a closer look into what the game's brightest stars are playing for on the court ahead of the restart.

Micah Adams

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Ranking the best players in season restart

Is Kawhi Leonard still the best player in the NBA? Which one of Pascal Siakam and Jayson Tatum made the top 10? Who are the biggest risers and fallers? Who are the best players who didn't make it? All that and more in our latest player rankings.

Scott Rafferty

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Scrimmage Roundup: Harden & Morant shine on final day

Headlined by big performances from James Harden, Luka Doncic and Ja Morant, we've got you covered with all the news from the final day of scrimmages in Orlando.

Benyam Kidane

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Who's No. 1 ahead of the restart?

After four months without action, we're just days away from NBA games that will have an impact on the standings. Based on what we know from the first part of the season and what we've seen through early scrimmages, we're gaining an idea of just what to expect from the remainder of the season and who should come out on top.

Gilbert McGregor

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5 takeaways from Day 5 of scrimmages in Orlando

10 teams took the floor on Day 5 of the scrimmages games in Orlando. Take a look at the biggest storylines from each game as the All-Star trio of Ben Simmons, Luka Doncic, and James Harden provided plenty of highlights.

Yash Matange

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Previewing Monday's scrimmage games

10 teams take the floor on Monday, here's a quick preview of the biggest storylines for each team.

Yash Matange

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Scrimmage Roundup: Giannis shows no rust; Curry starts on fire

For the second consecutive day, eight teams took the floor in Orlando for their first scrimmage games. Here are a few observations from the four games, headlined by MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo's dominant showing and Seth Curry's red-hot shooting performance.

Yash Matange

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Previewing Friday's scrimmages

After an entertaining Day 1, eight teams take the floor on Day 2 for their first scrimmage games. Here's a quick primer with the top storyline for each squad.

NBA.com Staff

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NBA players, teams continue to promote social justice

Massive donations by Patty Mills and Jrue Holiday. Messages on the backs of jerseys. Even an entire 'Black Lives Matter' themed bus. As the season's restart draws nearer, players and teams continue to fight for justice and shine the spotlight on important social issues.

Gilbert McGregor

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The next Nash and Dirk or the next Heatles?

The next Steve Nash and Dirk Nowitzki or the next Heatles? NBA.com's Scott Rafferty and Juan Estévez discuss which route the Mavericks should go down to build a contender around their one-two punch of Doncic and Porzingis.

Juan Estevez

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Doncic's clutch numbers are worrying

32.3 percent from the field. 17.1 percent from the 3-point line. 65.2 percent from the free throw line. What in the world is going on with Luka Doncic in the clutch this season?

Scott Rafferty

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Vince, LeBron and the NBA game changers

The 10-year anniversary of 'The Decision' and the retirement of a YouTube pioneer makes for an opportune time to revisit the NBA's biggest game changers. LeBron James, Vince Carter, Stephen Curry and Wilt Chamberlain are among the select few who transcended the game and forever changed the course of history.

Micah Adams

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NBA players opting out of Orlando restart

June 24 in the United States is the final date for players from the participating 22 teams to decide if they wish to play in the season restart or not. Here is a running list of players who will reportedly sit out.

NBA.com Staff

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Power Rankings: All 22 starting backcourts

Can Ben Simmons and Josh Richardson elevate the 76ers with championship-level guard play? Do the Lakers have the worst backcourt with the loss of Avery Bradley? And how much does experience matter down in the Disney World bubble?

Micah Adams

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NBA's detailed plans for restart

The league distributed a 113-page handbook with details on hotels, game-day schedules and off-court accommodations. Here are the biggest key takeaways as the NBA moves closer to restarting.

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How Doncic defied the odds as a finisher

One of Doncic's supposed weaknesses entering the NBA? His athleticism. It was expected to be the reason he couldn't develop into a big-time finisher at the rim and yet that's exactly what he's become. Here's how the 21-year-old superstar has proven the skeptics wrong.

Scott Rafferty

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Year of the Most Improved Player

There are typically two or three players in consideration from Most Improved Player, but there's more than usual this season. From shockingly quick developments over the year to breakout players to first time All-Stars, take a look at some names to consider for the award.

Kyle Irving

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How NBA legends performed in playoff debuts

In anticipation of Luka Doncic, as well as potentially Zion Williamson and Ja Morant, making their postseason debuts in 2020, we take a look back at how some of the league's biggest names — former and current — performed in their postseason debuts.

Yash Matange

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OTD: Nowitzki explodes for 50 vs. Suns in 2006

The 7-foot German bounced back from a torrid Game 4 showing by going off for a playoff career-high 50 in Game 5 victory over his former teammate Steve Nash and the Phoenix Suns.

Yash Matange

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Four players who have become unrecognizable

These are the NBA's version of the transformers, the four players who have changed their game more than anyone right before our very own eyes.

Scott Rafferty

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All-Decade Team for 2000s

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

Benyam Kidane

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Nash & Diaw lead Suns past Mavs in '06 playoffs

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

Benyam Kidane

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Dirk (40 PTS) powers Mavs to comeback win

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

Benyam Kidane

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Four players trending upwards before season suspension

In a span of three weeks back in February, Jayson Tatum outplayed LeBron James, Kawhi Leonard and James Harden, no small feat for any established superstar let alone a first-time All-Star who just turned 22. What does Tatum's emergence mean for the Celtics? And who else besides Tatum is trending upwards?

Scott Rafferty

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Is Shawn Marion a Hall of Famer?

136 players have made more All-Star teams, he never finished in the top 10 in scoring and he never made an All-Defence team. Yet if you truly dive into The Matrix, you might discover that there's far more to Shawn Marion than what first meets the eye.

Micah Adams

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Pick a PF for post-80s dream team

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

Scott Rafferty

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The best one-on-one scorers right now

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

Scott Rafferty

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Dirk's iconic Game 2 performance in 2011 Finals

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

Benyam Kidane

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NBA stars react to WNBA draft

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

NBA.com Staff

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OTD in 2019: Dirk & D-Wade's final home games

We recap all the tears, jubilation, and records from a memorable gameday of the 2018-19 regular season - April 9th.

Yash Matange

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Power Rankings: Best duos in five years

Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid will be the NBA's best duo in five years... right? While there's no denying their talent, plenty of other young star duos seem destined for greatness with the potential to challenge for the top spot.

Kyle Irving

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What's the deal with Doncic's 3-point shooting?

Doncic doesn't have the reputation of being a bad 3-point shooter, but he's been one of the worst — if not the worst — high volume 3-point shooters in the league this season. Is that a cause for concern for Doncic and the Mavericks or the rest of the league?

Scott Rafferty

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The most slept on duos in NBA history

The NBA.com Staff look at the best duos in the NBA we seem to forget about.

NBA.com Staff

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Notable second-generation NBA players

2020 NBA Draft hopeful Kenyon Martin Jr. looks to join an ever-growing list of second-generation players currently in the NBA.

Gilbert McGregor

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MVP Ladder: Giannis or LeBron?

With the season postponed, let's check in on where the MVP race holds, with two names well and truly ahead of the rest.

Kane Pitman

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Top 10 international players this season

Members of six different countries on our NBA.com Global staff voted on the NBA's top 10 players from the rest of the world. Europe, Africa and Australia were all continents with a presence in the top 10.

Agustín Aboy

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Mavericks owner Cuban addresses season suspension

The Mavericks were in action against the Nuggets when the news hit that the 2019-20 NBA season would be suspended due to COVID-19. After the game, Dallas owner Mark Cuban shared his thoughts on the matter.

Kyle Irving

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Follow live: Thursday's action

A six game slate is headlined by two potential first round playoff matchups in the Western Conference, while Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans attempt to keep their playoff hopes alive.

NBA.com Staff

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Watch out for this emerging star duo

The Dallas Mavericks have the best offence in NBA history. That's right... Best. Ever. Perhaps scariest of all? The evolving chemistry between Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis. After a relatively uneven start the duo is thriving which signals bad news for the rest of the league as Dallas eyes a return to the playoffs.

Kane Pitman

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How Wednesday's results impact West's race for the 8 seed

Three of the five teams fighting for the No. 8 seed in the Western Conference played on Wednesday. Here's how what happened impacted their chances of making the playoffs.

NBA.com Staff

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Recap of Wednesday's 9-game slate

The Blazers keep their playoff hopes alive, Bradley Beal drops another 40-point game and the Clippers make it rain from three against the Warriors. We've got you covered with all the action from Wednesday's busy nine-game slate.

NBA.com Staff

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Mills passes Ginobili for 3PM off the bench; climbs to 7th on NBA's all-time list

With his second three-pointer of the night, Patty Mills climbed to seventh all-time for three-pointers made off the bench in the Spurs' 119-109 win over the Dallas Mavericks.

Benyam Kidane

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Recap of Monday's 11-game slate

There was no shortage of action around the NBA, with 11 games on Sunday. Catch up on all the action right here.

NBA.com Staff

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Saturday's scores: LeVert's triple-double gives Nets big win

Plenty of action went down on a busy 10-game slate on Saturday. Catch up on all the results, right here!

NBA.com Staff

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Giannis leads the pack in MVP race

Quite a lot has changed since the last time we checked in on the MVP race. The top two is the same, but there's a newcomer in the top-five and Russell Westbrook's emergence has impacted James Harden's MVP chances in a big way.

Scott Rafferty

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Thursday's scores: Melo drops 25 PTS in win vs. Wizards

Carmelo Anthony poured in a team-high 25 points to lead the Blazers past the Wizards at home. Catch up on all the results from tonight's games here!

NBA.com Staff

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Thursday's scores: Melo drops 25 PTS in win vs. Wizards

Carmelo Anthony poured in a team-high 25 points to lead the Blazers past the Wizards at home. Catch up on all the results from tonight's games here!

NBA.com Staff

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Doncic triple-double helps Mavs edge Zion, Pelicans in OT

Four Mavericks combined for 101 points as they edged the Pelicans in an entertaining overtime contest behind a huge performance from their 1-2 punch in Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis.

B Kidane and Yas...

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Luka vs. Zion, two different forms of dominance

The fourth and final showdown of the season between the Dallas Mavericks and New Orleans Pelicans has a special treat in Zion Williamson's presence. It will be the first duel between Zion and Luka Doncic, the initial chapter of a rivalry that holds promise for the future as two generational players that each shine in their own way.

A Aboy and Nacho...

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Luka vs. Zion, two different forms of dominance

The fourth and final showdown of the season between the Dallas Mavericks and New Orleans Pelicans has a special treat in Zion Williamson's presence. It will be the first duel between Zion and Luka Doncic, the initial chapter of a rivalry that holds promise for the future as two generational players that each shine in their own way.

A Aboy and Nacho...

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Predicting the top 10 players in five years

Who will be the NBA's top players five years from now? Will it be Zion or Luka? Will Giannis Antetokounmpo still reign supreme? What about Jayson Tatum, Trae Young or Ja Morant? We gazed into the crystal ball to see which of those stars will become the next faces of the NBA.

Kyle Irving

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An impossible question: Luka or Zion?

One of them slings icy daggers and runs subzero under pressure. One of them hammers home ferocious finishes and erupts in a blaze without a moment's notice. Luka Doncic and Zion Williamson couldn't be more different on the floor yet each already has the remarkable ability to impose their will in any game. Even more impressive? The degree to which they've already captured the imaginations of NBA fans everywhere. Their first meeting already has us eagerly anticipating the future.

Scott Rafferty

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Predicting the top 10 players in five years

Who will be the NBA's top players five years from now? Will it be Zion or Luka? Will Giannis Antetokounmpo still reign supreme? What about Jayson Tatum, Trae Young or Ja Morant? We gazed into the crystal ball to see which of those stars will become the next faces of the NBA.

NBA.com Staff

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Tuesday's scores: Mills scores 24 PTS, Spurs fall to Pacers

Patty Mills knocked down six 3-pointers on his way to a team-high 24 points for the Spurs in their loss to the Pacers. Catch up on all the day's results below!

NBA.com Staff

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Did the Rockets jump the Lakers?

The Rockets are rewarded for their six-game win streak while the Raptors take a slide following a winless week. A team drops out of the top-10 while a new team re-enters the league's elite group.

Kyle Irving

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Monday's action: Beal stays hot vs. Warriors

As the playoff push intensifies, the NBA season rolled on with a seven-game slate. We had you covered with scores, news and the best highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

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Seven players who have taken the leap

The list includes Ben Simmons, Jayson Tatum, Pascal Siakam and Luka Doncic, with an honourable mention to the likes of Trae Young and Malcolm Brogdon.

Benyam Kidane

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Saturday's action: Clutch D-Rose snaps Pistons losing streak

Saturday's full slate of 10 games did not disappoint as Aaron Gordon recorded his first career triple-double, Zion Williamson made history, the Clippers earned a statement win and a clutch Derrick Rose helped snap the Pistons losing streak.

NBA.com Staff

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The most accomplished 21-year-old in basketball history?

Whether it's how many points he's scored or how many triple-doubles he's racked up, there aren't many players in NBA history who have done as much as the Slovenian guard before their 21st birthday. Throw in the smashing success overseas and he might just be the most accomplished 21-year-old in the history of the sport.

Scott Rafferty

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Doncic ties Kidd in Mavs record books

There's a huge gap between Doncic and Kidd at the top. Michael Finley has the third-most triple-doubles in Mavericks history with six, followed by Dirk Nowitzki, Mark Aguirre, Dennis Smith and Antoine Walker.

Scott Rafferty

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Tuesday's scores: Clippers flex muscles vs. Grizzlies

The full-strength Clippers cruised to a 27-point win over the Grizzlies, while James Harden's 37-point night led the Rockets to their fourth-straight win. Catch up on all the day's scores, stats and highlights!

NBA.com Staff

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Sunday's scores: Kings stun Clippers in LA

Sunday's action included the Clippers dropping their third straight game and the fourth of their last five as the Kings stunned them at the Staples Center.

NBA.com Staff

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League Pass: Can Trae go for 50 again?

Luka Doncic and Trae Young will be associated with one another throughout their entire careers after being swapped on draft night in 2018. The two young stars have managed to live up to the hype thus far, but unfortunately, we won't get to see them go head-to-head during their breakout season. Doncic is listed as OUT for this contest, but can Young still wow the crowd and go for 50 again?

Kyle Irving

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Saturday's games: Zion, Pelicans cruise by Trail Blazers

Zion Williamson scores 20 or more for the seventh straight time as the New Orleans Pelicans sweep the season series against the Portland Trail Blazers with a 128-115 road win.

NBA.com Staff

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Doncic, Porzingis dominant in Mavs win

Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis wasted no time finding top form after the All-Star break, combining for 57 points in the Mavericks win on the road in Orlando.

Kane Pitman

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Five players to watch in final stretch

Our NBA.com staff breaks down the one player they're most looking forward to watching down the home stretch of the NBA regular season. Each of these players has the capability to take their team to another level, whether it's a better playoff seed or reaching the NBA Playoffs altogether.

NBA.com Staff

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Thursday's scores: Pacers snap 6-game skid vs. Bucks

One of the biggest games of Thursday's 11-game slate went down in Indiana where the Pacers snapped a 6-game losing streak by defeating a Bucks squad without Giannis Antetokounmpo.

NBA.com Staff

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Doncic shines in first game back

Luka Doncic missed the Mavericks' last seven games with an ankle injury but you wouldn't have been able to tell in his first game back. The MVP candidate picked up right where he left off to lead Dallas to victory, but how did the Mavericks do during his time away and who stepped up?

Kyle Irving

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Report: Mavs to waive Ryan Broekhoff

With the Mavs set to sign Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, Aussie Ryan Broekhoff will reportedly be waived to make room on the roster.

Benyam Kidane

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Tuesday's scores: Nuggets come back from 23 down vs. Spurs

In Tuesday's slate of nine games, the Nuggets come from 23 down to hand the Spurs their fifth straight loss while earlier, Spencer Dinwiddie drains a game-winner in Indiana.

NBA.com Staff

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Jazz hold off Mavs for 3rd-straight win

On the second night of a back-to-back, the Utah Jazz extended their win streak to three games, edging the Dallas Mavericks 123-119.

Benyam Kidane

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Sunday's scores: Hield's 31 helps Kings beat Spurs

Sunday's 9-game slate was headlined by the Milwaukee Bucks picking up their 45th win, Jrue Holiday leading Zion-less Pelicans to win in Indiana and Buddy Hield handing the Spurs their 4th straight loss.

NBA.com Staff

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Broekhoff's surprising NBA start

Since returning from a fractured left fibula, Ryan Broekhoff has found himself in the Dallas Mavericks rotation, including his first NBA start that even surprised the man himself.

Kane Pitman

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Saturday's scores: Beal nails game-winner vs. Mavericks

Saturday's eight-game slate was headlined by the 76ers and the Jazz snapping their losing streaks while Bradley Beal nailed the game-winner vs. Mavericks.

NBA.com Staff

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2020 Trade Deadline Tracker

We've got you covered with every transaction from the deadline as the league makes them official.

NBA.com Staff

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Recap of Tuesday's 10-game slate

It was a busy day in the NBA, with 10 games on deck! We've got you covered below with all the scores, stats and highlights!

NBA.com Staff

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Trade destinations for Capela

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Rockets are "actively discussing" trade scenarios involving Capela ahead of the trade deadline. Which teams make sense for the 25-year-old?

Scott Rafferty

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Did the Bucks or Lakers take the top spot?

Our regular format of power rankings returns this week after honouring the great Kobe Bryant last week. The Raptors have been rewarded for their win streak and the Jazz have been penalized for a winless week. Where did your favourite team end up?

Kyle Irving

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Lakers honour Bryant, Lillard stars

In their first game since Kobe Bryant's death, the Los Angeles Lakers fell short against the Portland Trail Blazers.

Matt Dorman

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Recap: Wednesday's 8-game slate

Khris Middleton poured in a career-high 51 points to headline Wednesday's 8-game slate in the NBA! Catch up on the day's action, right here.

NBA.com Staff

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NBA teams pay tribute to Kobe Bryant

Following the heartbreaking news of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant's death, teams around the league continued to honour his legacy with a variety of tributes.

NBA.com Staff

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NBA's all-time leading scorers

LeBron James leads all active players and is on the verge of passing Kobe Bryant for third all-time. Who else ranks among the NBA's top scorers?

NBA.com Staff

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Sunday's scores: LeBron makes history and Kyrie drops 45

LeBron James moved into third on the all-time scorers list, while Kyrie Irving dropped 45 points in an OT win over the Detroit Pistons.

NBA.com Staff

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Mitchell and Gobert come up clutch, Jazz win fourth straight

The Utah Jazz trailed for the majority of the night but when it mattered most, Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert delivered clutch plays to steal an unlikely win over the Dallas Mavericks.

Kane Pitman

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Report: Mavericks trade for Cauley-Stein

Cauley-Stein is averaging 7.9 points, 6.2 rebounds and 1.2 blocks per game so far this season. He has the potential to complement Luka Doncic well on offence as a screener and roller.

Scott Rafferty

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Lillard drops 47 but Doncic, Mavs win in Portland

Both teams combined for an NBA record 43 three-pointers as the Mavericks began their 3-game road trip with a 133-125 win.

Yash Matange

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Friday's scores: Beal leads Wizards past Cavs

Bradley Beal, Luka Doncic and LeBron James powered their teams to victory on Friday's three-game slate. Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from tonight's game.

NBA.com Staff

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Is the Mavs' offence the best ever?

The Mavericks are far more than Luka Doncic. Here's an inside look at how Dallas has built what's currently the most efficient offence in NBA history.

Matthew Blum

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The NBA's most memorable moments on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

ICYMI: Damian Lillard erupted for 61 points earlier this week, the most ever on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Here's a look back at some of the all-time legendary performances on MLK Day, one of the biggest NBA days of the year!

Kyle Irving

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Leonard and Doncic battle as Clippers edge Mavs

Both Leonard and Doncic finished with 36 points, but the Clippers prevailed in the end, continuing their recent good run of form.

Yash Matange

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Powell suffers Achilles injury vs. Clippers

Dwight Powell exited Wednesday's game in the first quarter with the injury and is expected to miss the remainder of the season.

Benyam Kidane

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Most memorable moments on MLK Day

There has been big performances, historic moments, game-winners and even some fights! Re-live some of the best NBA moments on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Kyle Irving

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Did the 76ers crack the top-10?

The Clippers, Heat, Nuggets and Raptors were rewarded for strong weeks while the Celtics, Rockets and Thunder have taken a slide with their struggles. Where did your favourite team land?

Kyle Irving

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Luka outduels Lillard; Mavs win 4th straight

This is Doncic's 18th game this season of scoring 30 or more and the Mavericks have a record of 12-6 (66.7%) in those games.

Yash Matange

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LeBron, Jordan and every leader in All-Star fan voting

Will LeBron James or Luka Doncic finish first in the fan voting for the 2020 All-Star Game? How would James leading for a seventh time compare to Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant and some of the other all-time legends?

NBA.com Staff

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Don't take LeBron vs. Luka for granted

LeBron vs Luka. All four head-to-head matchups offered insight into a "idol turned rival" dynamic that's essentially unprecedented. Considering context and taking stock of their respective places in today's game, each of this year's four chapters illuminates a single truth about the newest on-court rivalry: don't take it granted.

Kyle Irving

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Doncic's absurd vision in one possession

Doncic dished out a career-best 17 assists against the Kings on Thursday. One of those assists serves as a perfect example of his other-worldly vision.

Scott Rafferty

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Doncic drops historic triple-double in win vs. Kings

Doncic dished out a career-high 17 assists and became the youngest player in NBA history to record a triple-double with 15+ rebounds & 15+ assists.

Benyam Kidane

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Thursday's scores: Pistons stun Celtics in Boston

On a busy 10-game slate on Thursday, the Pistons shocking the Celtics in Boston was among the big headlines of the day.

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Wednesday's scores: Giannis scores 37 in 21 mins vs. the Knicks

In one of six games on Wednesday, the Milwaukee Bucks improved a league-best 36-6 behind a dominating 26-point win vs. the New York Knicks at home.

NBA.com Staff

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Mavs edge cold-shooting 76ers

The Philadelphia 76ers suffered their worst shooting performance of the season, dropping their fifth road game in a row.

Benyam Kidane

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Sunday's scores: Bucks secure big road win over Blazers

The big three of Antetokounmpo, Middleton and Bledsoe combined for 91 points to lead the Bucks past the Blazers. With the win they move to a 35-6 record at the halfway point of the season.

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LBJ outduels Luka; Lakers dominate Mavs

With this decisive win, the Lakers win their season series with Mavericks 3-1 and improve to a conference-best 31-7.

Yash Matange

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Saturday's scores: Jazz extend winning streak to eight

The Utah Jazz extended their winning streak to eight games with a win over Charlotte, while Spencer Dinwiddie's career-high 14 assists helped Brooklyn snap their seven game losing streak.

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Saturday's scores: Jazz extend winning streak to eight

The Utah Jazz extended their winning streak to eight games with a win over Charlotte, while Spencer Dinwiddie's career-high 14 assists helped Brooklyn snap their seven game losing streak.

NBA.com Staff

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What has and hasn't changed in second fan vote returns

Ben Simmons remains in the top-10 in voting among Eastern Conference guards, but Kyle Lowry's rise has knocked him down a couple of spots.

Scott Rafferty

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Jokic sinks game-winner in Dallas

Jokic scores 26 of his game-high 33 points in the second half to ensure the Nuggets end their five-game road trip with a winning record.

Yash Matange

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Thursday's scores: DeRozan powers Spurs past Celtics

The Spurs picked up a big win on the road, while the Jazz extend their win streak to seven games. Catch up on the best from today's games, right here!

NBA.com Staff

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Biggest Aussie NBA storylines to watch in 2020

As the 2020 calendar year gets underway, the Aussies in the NBA are again in the thick of the action. From Ben Simmons and Joe Ingles leading their respective teams, to Dante Exum's fresh start in Cleveland, plus the Boomers' quest for gold in Tokyo - we break down all the big stories to keep an eye on as the year goes on.

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The 20 questions that will define the 2020s

Who will take over in the post-LeBron era? Will Simmons and Embiid forever co-exist? What will be the next major on-the-court trend? Here's a look into the biggest questions that will define the next decade.

Micah Adams

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Luka carries Mavs past Bulls with huge triple-double

En route to his 11th triple-double of the season, the 20-year-old Slovenian put on a show in Dallas, as he ensured the Mavericks came out on top against Bulls.

Yash Matange

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Tuesday's scores: Warren scores 36 in win vs. the Hornets

Plenty of action went down on Tuesday's nine-game slate. Get a glimpse of it all with scores, stats, and highlights.

NBA.com Staff

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Sunday's scores: Hornets stun Mavs despite Luka triple-double

Luka Doncic recorded a 39-point, 12-rebound, and 10-assist triple-double but the Hornets' backcourt duo of Terry Rozier III and Devonte' Graham combine for 56 points and 21 assists in an overtime win to hand the Mavericks their third loss in the last four games.

NBA.com Staff

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Trade destinations for Drummond

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Pistons have talked to several teams about trading Andre Drummond ahead of this season's trade deadline. Which teams make the most sense for the two-time All-Star?

Scott Rafferty

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Takeaways from the first fan vote returns

Luka Doncic is the league's leading vote-getter while Ben Simmons ranks sixth among guards in the Eastern Conference.

Scott Rafferty

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Doncic dominates 4th quarter in win

Luka Doncic scored 15 of his 31 points in the fourth quarter to lead the Mavericks to a 123-111 win over the Nets.

Benyam Kidane

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Friday's scores: Kings snap 8-game skid

The Sacramento Kings, led by De'Aaron Fox, overcame a 20-point first half deficit to snap an eight-game losing streak.

NBA.com Staff

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Ryan Broekhoff sidelined indefinitely with fractured fibula

In 10 games this season, Broekhoff is averaging 3.7 points and 1.4 rebounds in 7.7 minutes, shooting 50 percent from the three-point line.

Benyam Kidane

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Who are this year's potential first-time All-Stars?

Fan voting for the 2020 NBA All-Star Game opened on NBA Christmas Day! Which of these players will you be voting for to appear in their first-ever NBA All-Star Game?

Kyle Irving

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Vintage fourth from Paul leads Thunder over Doncic and the Mavericks

A monster final five minutes from Chris Paul has steered the Oklahoma City Thunder to a come from behind victory down the stretch, as they withstand a 30-point night from Luka Doncic.

Kane Pitman

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Wednesday's scores: Harden gets revenge on Nuggets

James Harden drops 35 points in win over Denver, while Chris Paul was clutch down the stretch against Dallas to secure come from behind win.

NBA.com Staff

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Which teams should trade for Dedmon?

Dedmon has confirmed that he would like to be traded from the Kings. Which teams make the most sense for the 30-year-old centre?

Scott Rafferty

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LBJ outduels Luka as Lakers beat Mavs

For the first time in three clashes between the Lakers and the Mavericks this season, the home team came out victorious. These teams face-off for the fourth and final time of their season series in another fortnight at the American Airlines Center.

Yash Matange

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Monday's scores: Lonzo fills it up in win over Rockets

Lonzo Ball headlined Monday's action with a monster performance against he Rockets - (27 PTS, 10 REB, 8 AST, 7 3PM). Catch up on all the day's scores, news, highlights and top performers, right here.

NBA.com Staff

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Sunday's scores: Suns snap 8-game skid

28 of the 30 teams in the NBA were in action on this Sunday with plenty of big matchups giving rise to plenty of storylines.

NBA.com Staff

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Mavs snap Dubs' streak behind Luka triple-double

Doncic finished with 31 points, 15 assists, and 12 rebounds as the Mavericks piled on 141 points at the Chase Center.

Yash Matange

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Who should start in the All-Star Game?

Our NBA.com Staff reveals their 10 starters for the 2020 NBA All-Star Game now that voting is open.

NBA.com Staff

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Friday's scores: Knicks win in Brooklyn

Christmas may have passed, but the NBA kept on rolling with the six games on Friday headlined by Luka Doncic's return from injury and the Knicks defeating the Nets.

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Doncic shines in return game vs. Spurs

Luka Doncic returned to action for the first time since suffering an ankle injury two weeks back. After missing four games, the MVP candidate picked up right where he left off with a near-triple-double of 24 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists in a win over the Spurs.

Kyle Irving

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Report: Luka Doncic will make return

The 20-year-old sophomore sensation has missed each of the last four games with a sprained ankle

Micah Adams

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Who's No. 1 heading into Christmas?

A return to playoff form, a clean bill of health, an All-Star invitation ... here's what every team in the NBA should be wishing for heading into Christmas Day.

NBA.com Staff

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Monday's scores: Nuggets beat Lakers for 6th straight W

Jayson Tatum dropped a career-high, the Nuggets beat the LeBron-less Lakers and the Raptors and Thunder both picked up big comeback victories! Catch up on all the action from today's games, right here.

NBA.com Staff

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Raptors pull off biggest comeback in franchise history

The Toronto Raptors were on the verge of being blown out on Monday before they exploded with a huge fourth quarter to secure their 21st win of the season.

Carlan Gay

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Saturday's scores: Lillard, McCollum combine for 67 in win

Saturday's action was headlined by the Kristaps Porzingis and the Dallas Mavericks handing the 76ers their third straight loss.

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Porzingis continues strong form as Mavericks down Sixers

Two of the league's most talented big men went head-to-head in Philadelphia as Kristaps Porzingis and the Mavericks took a huge win over the Sixers.

Kane Pitman

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Wednesday's scores: Pelicans snap 13-game losing streak

Nine games on Thursday's were headlined by the Heat handing the 76ers their first home loss of the season. Check out the rest of the results for more.

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Celtics stars combine for 82 to beat Mavs

Kemba Walker, Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum put on a scoring clinic in Dallas, combining for 82 points to take down Kristaps Porzingis and the Luka Doncic-less Mavericks.

Kyle Irving

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Checking in on the wild MVP race

Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron James, James Harden and Luka Doncic are each having historic seasons, but which one would be the league's MVP if the season were to end today?

Scott Rafferty

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How far did the Sixers rise?

The Bucks and Lakers entered the week comfortably ahead of the pack with their highly anticipated heavyweight showdown looming large. Who else made waves in this week's NBA Power Rankings?

Kyle Irving

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Luka-less Mavs snap Bucks 18-game win streak

No Luka Doncic, no problem. In the Mavericks first full game without their MVP candidate, Kristaps Porzingis and their supporting cast stepped up to snap the Bucks 18-game win streak.

Kyle Irving

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Tuesday's scores: Clutch Lillard buries Suns

Damian Lillard capped off a big night for the Blazers' Big 3 with the game-winning and-1, while the Mavericks snapped the Bucks' 18-game win streak. Catch up on all the scores, stats, highlights and top performers from today's games, right here!

NBA.com Staff

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Doncic (ankle) to miss 'a couple of weeks'

ESPN's Tim MacMahon reported that the Dallas Mavericks 20-year-old superstar will likely miss the team's upcoming stretch that includes games against the Bucks, Celtics, 76ers and Raptors.

Gilbert McGregor

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Heat escape Dallas with close OT win

The Heat stole this game in overtime by going on a 8-0 run over the final three minutes of the game.

Yash Matange

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Jokic's triple-double headlines Sunday's action

With a number of close finishes and big stat lines, take a look at all the action from this NBA Sunday slate!

NBA.com Staff

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Doncic leaves game with right ankle sprain

The reigning Rookie of the Year left for the locker room without putting any pressure on his right ankle. Stay tuned to this space for the latest updates.

Yash Matange

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All-Star moment: Luka Doncic makes history in Mexico City

The 20-year-old Slovenian became the first player in NBA history to record a triple-double in a game played outside of the United States and Canada.

Yash Matange

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Friday's scores: Cavaliers snap losing streak

Four games on the Thursday night NBA slate were headlined by Joel Embiid's season-high performance giving the Philadelphia 76ers the win in Boston and Luka Doncic making history yet again, this time in Mexico City.

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How many spots did the 76ers move up?

The Bucks remained on top after routing the Clippers while the Lakers patiently await Milwaukee's fall at the No. 2 spot. Aside from the top-two, there was plenty of movement as several teams shuffled around and a new team entered the top-10. Where does your favourite team rank?

Kyle Irving

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Luka passes MJ in record books

Behind a career-high 30 points from Serbian Nemanja Bjelica, the Kings withstood a furious fourth-quarter rally by the Mavericks to snap their four-game road losing streak.

Yash Matange

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Monday's scores: Kawhi leads Clippers to big win

Eight games of NBA action was headlined with the 76ers defeating the Raptors for their third straight loss and Anthony Davis dropping 50 in a win.

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Sunday's scores: Pacers escape MSG with 1-point win

Luka Doncic got the day started early, making history as he carried the Mavericks to a win over the New Orleans Pelicans. Later, Ben Simmons' career-high fueled the 76ers to a 47-point win.

NBA.com Staff

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Doncic joins Jordan with another record

It seems that every time Luka Doncic steps on the floor he's joining elite company in the history books in some fashion. In the Mavericks win over the Pelicans, he achieved something that only Michael Jordan has done since the NBA/ABA merger.

Kyle Irving

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Nash thinks Doncic might be best 20-year-old ever

20-year-old sensation Luka Doncic has entered MVP conversations with a strong start to the 2019-20 season. Canadian Hall of Famer Steve Nash says he may be the best 20-year-old the NBA has ever seen.

Kyle Irving

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Recap Thursday's 10-game Schedule

The Lakers and Bucks improved on their NBA best record, while the Celtics remained undefeated at home in a battle of the East's contenders.

NBA.com Staff

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Luka shines; Mavs hand Pelicans 6th straight loss

The 20-year-old Slovenian scored 33 and grabbed a career-high 18 rebounds in just 28 minutes, adding yet another performance to his ever-building MVP case.

Yash Matange

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Wednesday's scores: Clippers cruise past Blazers

A busy seven-game slate around the Association produced plenty of big-time performances, headlined by Montrezl Harrell, Luka Doncic and Lonnie Walker IV. Catch up on all the scores, stats, highlights and top performers from today's games.

NBA.com Staff

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Power Rankings: Will the 76ers figure it out?

Will the Bucks or Lakers ignite the debate about 70 wins? How will the 76ers close games? Does Houston have a Russell Westbrook problem? This week's Power Rankings tees up the biggest December storylines.

Micah Adams

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Doncic's big second half leads Mavs past Lakers

Luka Doncic scored 21 of his 27 points in the second half to lead the Dallas Mavericks to an impressive 114-100 win over the Los Angeles Lakers at STAPLES Center.

Benyam Kidane

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Recap of Monday's scores, stats and highlights

Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from today's busy nine-game slate in the NBA.

NBA.com Staff

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Everything LeBron has said about Luka

Even before their first meeting in the NBA, LeBron James had nothing but good things to say about Luka Doncic.

NBA.com Staff

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Doncic drops 42, dominates Suns in win for Mavericks

Luka Doncic was dominant in every facet of the game against Phoenix, pouring in an equal career-high 42 points and falling just one rebound shy of another triple-double.

Kane Pitman

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A full recap from Saturday's 13-game slate

It was another busy night in the NBA, with a massive 13 games on the schedule. Luka Doncic and Trae Young dazzled, while the Lakers continued their early season dominance.

NBA.com Staff

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Clippers smother Mavs to win sixth-straight

The Los Angeles Clippers held the Dallas Mavericks under 100 points for the first time this season, putting in a strong defensive effort to secure a 114-99 win on the road.

Benyam Kidane

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Recap of Wednesday's NBA action

The Los Angeles Clippers and Denver Nuggets picked up big wins in today's two-game slate. Catch up on all the scores, highlights and top performers from today's action.

NBA.com Staff

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Will Doncic have MVP moment vs. Kawhi, PG?

Luka Doncic has been incredible to start the 2019-20 NBA season, so much so that he finds himself in the early discussion for MVP. Can he continue that success against two of the NBA's best defenders in Kawhi Leonard and Paul George?

Kyle Irving

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Doncic can get even better. Here's how.

There's one thing that Luka Doncic already does better than almost everyone. The catch? He rarely does it. This is the secret to the second-year star taking the next step on his pathway to superstardom.

Scott Rafferty

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Lakers hold on to No. 1, Clippers make big leap

The Clippers saw a big jump and the Rockets took a slight dip but the Lakers seven-game streak strengthens their hold on the league's top spot.

Gilbert McGregor

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