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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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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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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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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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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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Mills lights up from three in win over Bucks

The San Antonio Spurs snap the Milwaukee Bucks' five-game win streak, with a 126-104 win in the second game of their home-and-home.

Benyam Kidane

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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.

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This Week in NBA History: Bucks snap Lakers' record win streak

This week in NBA history includes the NBA record 33-game win streak of the 1971-72 Los Angeles Lakers coming to an end at the hands of the then reigning-champion Milwaukee Bucks. Take a trip down memory lane to relive this week's top history-making moments.

Yash Matange

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How far did the 76ers fall?

The Celtics, Rockets and Jazz have all made a jump while the Heat, Nuggets and Raptors have taken a slide. There's a new team that has entered the top-10 for the first time this season, while another team has reached a new low-point. Where did your favourite team end up in this week's rankings?

Kyle Irving

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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.

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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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Thursday's scores: Bucks edge Wolves for 4th-straight W

Giannis Antetokounmpo collected his 30th double-double in 33 games this season, while Carmelo Anthony put on a show in his return to MSG. Catch up on all the scores, stats and highlights from today's games, right here!

NBA.com Staff

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How did Giannis, Bledsoe do in their return?

Giannis Antetokounmpo had only missed two games after the Bucks loss on Christmas Day but Eric Bledsoe had been out for the past eight games. They both made their return in Milwaukee's win over the Bulls.

Kyle Irving

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Tuesday's scores: Booker leads Suns to comeback over Blazers

Devin Booker and Kelly Oubre Jr. combined for 62 points as the Suns used a big fourth quarter to edge the Trail Blazers. Catch up on all the day's scores, stats, news and highlights from today's games, right here.

NBA.com Staff

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Who has the most All-Star candidates?

With All-Star voting officially open, we're breaking down potential All-Star candidates as we rank the league's top teams. Who will have the most selections? Who might not get any? We've got that covered and then some.

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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.

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Saturday's scores: SGA powers OKC to win in Charlotte

With six games on the schedule, there were a number of storylines to follow. We've got you covered with the best from each one.

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Trae Young to miss Bulls game with right ankle sprain

Young had also sprained his right ankle once earlier this season which forced him to miss one game.

Yash Matange

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Best sneakers from the 5 Xmas Day games

Take a look at the sneakers donned by the biggest stars from all the five games on Christmas.

Yash Matange

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Embiid: 'People have forgotten who I am'

After a dominant 31-point, 11-rebound display on Christmas Day, Joel Embiid sent a timely reminder of what he is capable of on the biggest stage.

Benyam Kidane

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Embiid dominates, Simmons does it all to lead 76ers past Bucks on Christmas Day

Joel Embiid completely controlled the game on both ends of the floor to lead the 76ers to a controlling win over the Bucks on Christmas Day. His 31 points, 11 rebounds and defence in containing Giannis Antetokounmpo made all the difference in the outcome.

Kyle Irving

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Hot-shooting Sixers cruise past Bucks

In the first of four meetings between the 76ers and Bucks, Philly struck first by putting forth a shooting clinic to hand Milwaukee its fifth loss of the season.

Kyle Irving

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Christmas: Bucks and 76ers set to resume building rivalry

The Milwaukee Bucks and Philadelphia 76ers were the pre-determined contenders for the Eastern Conference crown. They are now set to meet for the first time on the regular season's biggest stage: Christmas Day.

Kane Pitman

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NBA remix to 12 Days of Christmas

An NBA twist to the classic featuring 12 drummers drumming, 11 pipers piping, 10 lords a-leaping, nine ladies dancing, eight maids a-milking, seven swans a-swimming, six geese a-laying, FIVE GOLDEN RINGS, four calling birds, three french hens, two turtled doves and a partridge in a pear tree!

Kyle Irving

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Santa's NBA naughty and nice list

Santa Claus' Naughty and Nice list has been finalized. Who will wake up to a pile of presents and who will find lumps of coal underneath their tree?

Kyle Irving

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NBA presents under the Christmas tree

The unofficial hoops holiday is just around the corner with a quintuple-header NBA extravaganza! A battle between Eastern Conference contenders tips off wall-to-wall action that also features a showdown between Ben Simmons and Giannis Antetokounmpo and a highly anticipated rematch from opening night between the Lakers and Clippers. Need a primer? We've got you covered!

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.

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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.

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Sunday's scores: Giannis posts triple-double in win at MSG

Saturday's action was headlined by the 76ers snapping their losing streak, James Harden dropping 47 in Phoenix, and the Clippers winning by 25 in San Antonio.

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Best superstar Christmas Day debuts

As three 2019 All Stars in Kyle Lowry, Kemba Walker, and Nikola Jokic make their Christmas Day debuts this season, we take a look back at some of the greatest superstar debuts ever on Christmas Day.

Yash Matange

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Friday's scores: Utah Jazz win 4th straight

Four games on Friday were headlined by the Bucks defeating the Lakers and the Rockets snapping the Clippers' home winning streak.

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Giannis puts in MVP display as Bucks down Lakers

Giannis Antetokounmpo furthered his MVP credentials and the Milwaukee Bucks improved to the league's best record with a statement win over LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers

Kane Pitman

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Giannis powers Bucks past Lakers

Giannis Antetokounmpo sank a career-high five 3-pointers on his way to a 34-point performance that led the Milwaukee Bucks to a statement win over the Lakers, who have now lost two straight.

Gilbert McGregor

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Trade destinations for Jrue Holiday

According to Marc Stein of The New York Times, Holiday is no longer untouchable. Which teams make sense for the one-time All-Star?

Scott Rafferty

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Bucks-Lakers: A connection from 1971 to the present

A big matchup ahead of us between the two best records in the NBA is headlined by two generational figures – LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo – who draw a curious and striking similarity with the 1971-71 season.

Leandro Fernández

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How to watch the Christmas Day games

With five games slated for the 12th consecutive year, we've got you covered with the time and network for each game.

NBA.com Staff

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LeBron vs. Giannis: Who has the edge?

The Bucks and Lakers have been the NBA's two best teams this season and the matchup between LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo sells itself. Ahead of the highly anticipated battle between The Greek Freak and The King, take a look at the history behind two of the league's most dominant players.

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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Are Bucks a threat to longest win streak ever?

The Milwaukee Bucks have won 18 straight and are over halfway to the NBA record set by the 1971-72 Lakers. How long can they keep it going and are they a threat to break the all-time record?

Micah Adams

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What does Bledsoe's injury mean for the Bucks?

Eric Bledsoe has suffered a right fibula avulsion fracture and is set to be sidelined for at least two weeks. What does the injury mean for the streaking Milwaukee Bucks?

Kane Pitman

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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!

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Streaking Bucks have real shot at history

The Bucks have now won 18 games in a row. How long can they keep this streak alive? The Mavericks, Lakers, Pacers and 76ers will have a big say in it in the coming weeks.

Scott Rafferty

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Saturday's scores: Knicks stun Kings in Sacramento

Lot of familiar things happened on Saturday's 9-game slate - James Harden drops 50+ again, LeBron James and the Lakers win on the road again and the 76ers win at home again.

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Antetokounmpo delivers knockout blow to extend streak

Trailing by 10 points late in the third-quarter, Milwaukee's winning streak was in danger. That was until Giannis Antetokounmpo decided the Bucks' run wasn't over yet.

Kane Pitman

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How NBA legends have performed on Christmas

No one has played more Christmas Day games than Kobe Bryant. No one has rebounded better on the holiday than Bill Russell. How have other NBA legends performed on Christmas?

Kyle Irving

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Thursday's scores: Bucks make it 16-straight wins

With 11 games around the Association, it was a busy day in the NBA, headlined by Kawhi Leonard's return to Toronto. Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from today's games.

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Recap of Tuesday's nine-game slate

With nine games of NBA action we had plenty of big performances, headlined by Paul George and Giannis Antetokounmpo. Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from today's games below.

NBA.com Staff

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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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Statement made: Giannis, Bucks blowout Clippers

The Milwaukee Bucks confided their status as a genuine title contender as they extended their winning streak to 14 games in a dominant display against the Los Angeles Clippers.

Kane Pitman

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Recap of Saturday's ten-game schedule

The Boston Celtics remain undefeated at home, Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks send an emphatic message and the LA Lakers keep rolling.

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Grab your popcorn for Giannis vs Kawhi

Giannis vs Kawhi. The MVP vs the Finals MVP. Two unstoppable scorers, two defensive juggernauts, two of the very best at the absolute peak of their games... it doesn't get any better than this. Following their epic clash in last year's playoffs, the stage is set for the next chapter of what could become the NBA's next iconic head-to-head rivalry.

Kane Pitman

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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.

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Bucks blowout Knicks by 44; extend win streak to 12

The Bucks, who's 12-game win streak is the franchise's longest since the 1981-82 season, are now holders of the league's best record at 18-3.

Yash Matange

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Recap of Tuesday's NBA action

Six games across the Association today, with plenty of impressive performances. If you missed any of the action, we've got you covered for all the scores, stats, highlights and top performers from each game.

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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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Sunday's scores: Bucks extend win streak to 11 games

With four games of NBA action, we had plenty of big performances, with James Harden going off for 60 points, while the Milwaukee Bucks extend their win streak to 11 games. Catch up on all the scores, stats, highlights and top performers from today's games.

NBA.com Staff

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LeBron and Giannis dominate as Lakers and Bucks extend winning streaks

The Los Angeles Lakers and Milwaukee Bucks extended their winning streaks to 10-games on the back of dominant performances from their superstar names.

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.

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Thursday's NBA scores, updates, news, stats and highlights

The day before Thanksgiving delivered a 14-game slate of NBA action, headlined by Anthony Davis' monster night in his return to New Orleans.

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Tuesday's scores: Dinwiddie's game-winner gives Nets' 4th straight win

An action packed Tuesday saw the Bucks and Lakers win their eighth straight while the shorthanded Raptors edged the 76ers in a rematch of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

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Are we taking Giannis for granted?

Giannis Antetokounmpo went for 50 points, 14 rebounds, six assists and two steals in the Bucks statement win over the Jazz. Milwaukee advances to an Eastern Conference-best 14-3 record behind the play of the reigning MVP, but it doesn't seem to be drawing much attention. Are we taking the Greek Freak for granted?

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Ingles moves to second all-time on Jazz's 3-pointers list

Aussie forward Joe Ingles has moved up to second all-time on the Utah Jazz's made 3-pointers list, trailing Hall of Famer John Stockton for the No. 1 spot.

Kyle Irving

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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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Sunday's scores: Spurs snap 8-game losing streak

Giannis and the Bucks win their seventh straight while Carmelo Anthony and the Blazers slip to their fourth straight loss on a 10-game slate on Sunday

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Sunday's scores: Spurs snap 8-game losing streak

Giannis and the Bucks win their seventh straight while Carmelo Anthony and the Blazers slip to their fourth straight loss on a 10-game slate on Sunday

NBA.com Staff

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Giannis triple-double powers Bucks to sixth-straight win

The Milwaukee Bucks move to the top of the Eastern Conference standings (12-3) after a 137-129 win over the Portland Trail Blazers.

Benyam Kidane

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Recap of Friday's NBA action

The Bucks make it six wins in a row, while the Pelicans continue their mini-resurgence with a win over the Suns. Catch up on all the scores, stats and highlights from today's games.

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Recap of Thursday's busy 11-game slate

A busy 11-game slate served up plenty of big performances across the NBA, headlined by Giannis Antetokounmpo, Luka Doncic, Bradley Beal and Lou Williams. Catch up on all the results, stats, highlights and top performers from each game.

NBA.com Staff

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Harden is the new MVP favourite

James Harden has the Rockets rolling and is now the odds on favourite to win the NBA's Most Valuable Player award, overtaking Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Carlan Gay

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Tuesday's scores: PG drains clutch three to beat OKC

Paul George came up clutch for the Clippers against his former team, the Oklahoma City Thunder, Luka Doncic joins LeBron with a 40-point triple-double and the Houston Rockets extend their win streak to eight games. Catch up on all the scores, highlights and top performers from a busy nine-game slate.

NBA.com Staff

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Scary development: Giannis keeps knocking down 3s

"If Giannis ever gets a consistent jump shot, it's over!" Well... it might be over. One month into the season, the 24-year-old reigning MVP is taking and making more 3-pointers than ever and shoring up what may have been the only real weakness in his game.

Kane Pitman

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Lakers take No. 1 spot, Rockets on the rise

For the fourth straight week, there's a change at the top! LeBron James and the Lakers are back at No. 1 while the James Harden and the Rockets have blasted their way into the top five of this week's NBA Power Rankings.

Kyle Irving

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Sunday's scores: Graham sinks game-winner 3 at MSG

Eight games of NBA action on Sunday was capped off by a stellar home debut for Paul George in a 49-point win for the LA Clippers over the Atlanta Hawks.

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Brogdon's numbers with Pacers are impressive, but irrelevant when assessing Milwaukee's decision

Malcolm Brogdon has had a tremendous start to the season with the Indiana Pacers, though it's not his numbers with the Pacers that we should be looking at to determine the impact his loss is having on the Milwaukee Bucks.

Kane Pitman

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Full recap of Friday's scores, updates, news and highlights

There were six games on tap for Friday, headlined by the season and franchise debut for Paul George with the Los Angeles Clippers.

NBA.com Staff

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NBA 2K20 season simulation results

In what is expected to be one of the closest rin NBA Championships pursuits in years, NBA 2K20 has simulated the 2019-20 season with some interesting results.

Kane Pitman

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Report: Middleton to miss extended time

Middleton suffered the injury in the third quarter of Milwaukee's win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday.

Scott Rafferty

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Power Rankings: A new No. 1 AGAIN!

Following their resounding win over the Los Angeles Lakers, the Toronto Raptors are the biggest risers in this week's Power Rankings. How far did they climb?

Micah Adams

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Monday's scores: Blazers edge Hawks in OT

Nikola Jokic hit another game-winning jumper, the Raptors bring the Lakers' win streak to an end, while the Blazers escape in OT against the Hawks. If you missed any of the action, we have you covered with all the scores, stats and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

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Middleton injured in Bucks win over OKC

Antetokounmpo poured in 24 of his game-high 35 points in the second half to steer the Bucks to their fifth win from their past six games.

Benyam Kidane

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Follow live: 22 NBA teams in action

Saturday's 11-game action includes game-winners, 50+ point games, career-highs and an OT thriller.

NBA.com Staff

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Jazz hold off Antetokounmpo with Bogdanovic game winner

Bojan Bogdanovic drilled a corner three as time expired to win the game for the Utah Jazz, denying the Milwaukee Bucks victory despite a 28-point second half for Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Kane Pitman

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Power Rankings: There's a new No. 1

There's a new No. 1 in this week's power rankings! In addition to the big change at the top, the Lakers, Celtics, Heat and Suns are among those making moves up the ladder. See who else is rising and falling in the latest update!

Kyle Irving

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Giannis' MVP show powers Bucks past Clippers

With this win, their fourth straight, the Bucks improve to 6-2 (the East's second-best record).

Yash Matange

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Thursday's action: Stars shine bright

Giannis Antetokounmpo, James Harden and Luka Doncic were among the biggest standouts during a full slate of NBA action Wednesday.

NBA.com Staff

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Kawhi (load management) out vs. Giannis, Bucks

Multiple reports confirm that the Clippers superstar forward will sit out against the Bucks in order to play on the second end of the team's back-to-back Friday against the Trail Blazers.

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Tuesday's scores: Warriors stun Blazers

There were only six games on Tuesday's slate but there was no shortage of big matchups, headlined by the surging Phoenix Suns knocking off the undefeated Philadelphia 76ers.

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Recap of Sunday's action

In a Conference Finals rematch, the Bucks beat the Raptors and the 76ers remained the only undefeated team in the league in a thriller in Portland.

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Raptors comeback falls short against Bucks

The Bucks led by as much as 26 points in the first half, but Kyle Lowry would not let the Raptors fall that easily. Toronto cut Milwaukee's lead to four points in the fourth quarter. It just wasn't quite enough to come out with the win.

Kyle Irving

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Antetokounmpo finds groove as Bucks blow out Magic

Giannis Antetokounmpo leads balanced Milwaukee Bucks to dominant road win in Orlando.

Kane Pitman

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Follow live: Eight games of NBA action

James Harden and the Rockets vs. Kyrie Irving and the Nets. LeBron James and the Lakers versus Luka Doncic and the Mavericks. You won't want to miss these headliners in today's NBA action.

NBA.com Staff

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Simmons rises in updated MVP odds?

Simmons is rising, Curry is falling and Giannis remains ahead of the pack. Check out the latest MVP odds along with some of the key storylines emerging after the first week of the regular season!

Micah Adams

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Recap of Thursday's games

It was another busy day in the NBA with 11 games, meaning 22 teams were in action. We have you covered with the best of the best from the day.

NBA.com Staff

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The year of the international superstar

Seven players born outside of the United States made the All-Star team in 2018-19, tied for the most ever in a single season. With All-Star hopefuls like Luka Doncic, Pascal Siakam and Rudy Gobert knocking at the door, 2019-20 could be the year of the international superstar.

Micah Adams

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Recap of Tuesday's NBA action

Today's 11-game slate saw plenty of impressive performances, headlined by big scoring nights from Joel Embiid and James Harden, while the Warriors and Knicks pick up their first wins of the season.

NBA.com Staff

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Who made the biggest jump after Week 1?

The first week of the 2019-20 NBA season is behind us and the result was a ton of movement in this week's edition of our Power Rankings. The 76ers and Nuggets both made a jump up in the top-10, while the struggling Warriors fell out of the top-10. After a strong week, teams like the Heat, Mavericks, Suns and Hawks also made significant leaps from where they started the season!

NBA.com Staff

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Recap of Sunday's action

Opening week continued with Sunday's 10-game slate, including home openers for the Bucks, Hawks, Knicks, Cavaliers and Bulls.

NBA.com Staff

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Antetokounmpo triple-double leads Bucks over Rockets

Giannis Antetokounmpo finished with 30 points, 13 rebounds and 11 assists, as the Bucks outscored the Rockets 39-24 in the fourth to steal the win on the road.

Kane Pitman

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Friday recap - Scores, top performers, & highlights

Three big games around the Association today, with the Hawks, Bucks and Clippers all picking up wins. If you missed any of the action, we had you covered right here with one-stop shop for box scores, play-by-play, updates, stats and highlights.

NBA.com Staff

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The 14 players that can win the MVP

Historic levels of star talent spread across a wide-open league sets the stage for an MVP race featuring far more candidates than usual with the potential for unexpected turns around every corner. There are favourites and there are darkhorses. Here's how each and every one of them could win it.

Micah Adams

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Who starts at No. 1 in Power Rankings entering the season?

Is LeBron or Kawhi in the top spot? Are the Bucks or Sixers atop the East? Check out this week's NBA Power Rankings to take stock of all 30 teams heading into the regular season.

K Irving and Mic...

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Who will lead the NBA in scoring this season?

Will it be James Harden for the third straight season? Or will Giannis Antetokounmpo or Stephen Curry surpass the Houston Rockets superstar?

NBA.com Staff

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Predicting All-NBA First Team this season

Will Damian Lillard challenged Stephen Curry or James Harden? Who gets left off among LeBron James, Kawhi Leonard, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Anthony Davis? Should Nikola Jokic or Joel Embiid be the favourite at the 5? Is there someone else primed for a darkhorse run to All-NBA First Team honours?

NBA.com Staff

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NBA.com 2019-20 GM Survey

Clippers, Bucks garner many honors as a wide-open NBA season nears.

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Recap of Friday's preseason action

Get the latest scores, highlights and results from Friday's preseason action.

B Kidane and Yas...

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Which teams will make the Finals this season?

After a busy offseason, the league appears to be more wide open than it has been in years past. Who will be playing for the Larry O'Brien Trophy in June?

NBA.com Staff

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Making the case for teams to win the East

The Bucks and 76ers are the heavy favourites to win the Eastern Conference, but do any other teams have a chance? Of course they do. How can each contender in the East make a push to the NBA Finals?

Kyle Irving

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Who will win MVP this season?

Giannis Antetokounmpo is a favourite among our NBA.com Staff to take home the MVP award this season, but he's not the only player receiving votes.

NBA.com Staff

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Where do teams stand after one week of the preseason?

The NBA preseason is underway and the regular season is quickly approaching. Where does your favourite team stand after one week of preseason action?

Kyle Irving

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MVP Giannis puts on a show in preseason home opener

It was a busy offseason for the Greek Freak but he showed no signs of rust in his first preseason game of the 2019 season.

Yash Matange

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Can Giannis lead the Bucks to a title?

Hungry and motivated, the reigning league MVP looks to bounce back from a postseason disappointment to lead his team to the promised land.

Gilbert McGregor

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Ranking the best small forwards in the NBA

Kawhi Leonard. LeBron James. Paul George. Jimmy Butler. Luka Doncic. Jayson Tatum. The NBA's small forward position is in good shape entering the 2019-20 season.

Scott Rafferty

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Ranking the best power forwards in the NBA

Ahead of the 2019-20 NBA season, our NBA.com Staff is ranking the top-10 players at every position. Take a look at the top 10 power forwards in the NBA.

Gilbert McGregor

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The 30 best players in the NBA

Kawhi, Giannis or LeBron? Curry or Harden? Did Ben Simmons make the cut? Our Global NBA.com staff weighed in to select the top 30 NBA players.

Micah Adams

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Biggest X-factors in the East

The Eastern Conference is expected to be a three-team race between the Bucks, 76ers and Celtics next season, but there are a number of other talented teams. If these players can step up, they'll take their squad to the next level.

Kyle Irving

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Is Giannis only at 60% of his potential?

Is Giannis Antetokounmpo right in saying that he's only at 60 percent of his potential? Two members of our NBA.com Staff discuss.

M Adams and Scot...

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Games that will define this season

Of the 1,230 games on the regular season schedule, these are the ones that matter the most beyond simply who wins and who loses. These are the games that transcend the scoreboard to offer up a view on where we've already been, where we are now and where we're going next.

Micah Adams

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Biggest head-to-head matchups next season

After one of the busiest offseasons in recent memory, fans can now mark their calendars for some of the biggest head-to-head matchups that will feature no shortage of star power across the board

Gilbert McGregor

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Which game are you most excited for?

Is it the 76ers vs. Bucks or the Clippers vs. Lakers? Our NBA.com Staff breaks down which game they're circling on their calendar for the 2019-20 season.

NBA.com Staff

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Way-too-early Christmas Day preview

The 2019-20 NBA Christmas Day schedule has been released. NBA fans are in for a treat with a loaded five-game slate, but what's there to look forward to in each matchup?

Kyle Irving

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Report: 76ers to host Bucks on Christmas Day

The NBA Christmas Day schedule has been released through multiple reports, headlined by a battle at the STAPLES Center between the LA Clippers and Los Angeles Lakers

Kyle Irving

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Divisional Rankings: Can anyone take down the Bucks?

The Bucks dominated the NBA in 2018-19. Will it be more of the same this upcoming season or can the Pacers and Pistons make a run at the division title?

Kyle Irving

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Who should play on Christmas?

While we're weeks away from the release of the 2019-20 NBA schedule, our NBA.com staff fleshes out their own personal wishlist for a slate of games during one of the biggest days in the regular season.

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Report: Korver to sign with Bucks

The 16-year veteran has inked a deal to join the Milwaukee Bucks, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reports

Kyle Irving

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Power Rankings post-Russ/CP3 trade

The NBA is set to be the most balanced it has been in over a decade. With LeBron James and Anthony Davis together, Kawhi Leonard and Paul George teamed up and the Bucks and Nuggets running it back with similar rosters, who's the top team in the league following a chaotic free agency?

Kyle Irving

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Giannis wanted Kawhi to re-sign with Raptors

"For me personally, I would love for Kawhi to stay in the East and stay in Toronto because I would love to go through the series [with them] again," Antetokounmpo told Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.

Scott Rafferty

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How did Aussies fare in Vegas?

Seven Australian's hit the court in Las Vegas at the 2019 MGM Resorts NBA Summer League.

Benyam Kidane

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Giannis: 'I am at 60 percent of my potential'

After being named MVP and leading the Bucks to a 60-win season, Giannis Antetokounmpo is ready to take his game to new heights next season.

Benyam Kidane

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Vegas recap: Landale scores 23 points in Bucks win

The NBA Summer League action continued on Day 6 in Las Vegas with plenty of highlights. We've got you covered with a full recap of the day.

Benyam Kidane

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Who will be MVP next season?

Now that the odds for league MVP are out, we asked our NBA.com experts to weigh in on who they think will win the award in 2019-20.

NBA.com Staff

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Creek shines vs Landale's Bucks

Mitch Creek led the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 3-0 record in Vegas with a 100-91 win over the Milwaukee Bucks.

Benyam Kidane

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Seven Aussies set to compete in Las Vegas Summer League

Las Vegas Summer League tips off Saturday, with another wave of Aussies looking to secure spots on NBA rosters for next season.

Benyam Kidane

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Which team is the favourite to win the title?

As the NBA landscape takes shape following a blockbuster free agency period, our global NBA.com writers look ahead and pick their favourite to win the 2020 NBA title.

NBA.com Staff

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Lakers, Bucks, 76ers targeting Korver following trade

Per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Grizzlies have traded Kyle Korver and Jevon Carter to the Suns for De'Anthony Melton, Josh Jackson and picks.

Kyle Irving

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Hill returns to the Bucks for 3-years, $29 million

The Milwaukee Bucks are bringing back veteran point guard George Hill, following Malcolm Brogdon's move to the Indiana Pacers.

Benyam Kidane

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Report: Pacers trade for Brogdon, signs Lamb

The Pacers start off free agency by adding more pieces to their backcourt.

Carlan Gay

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How has free agency impacted championship odds?

The defending champion Toronto Raptors have dropped from 8-1 odds to 12-1 odds to win next season's title following the first wave of free agency signings. The Los Angeles Lakers, meanwhile, remain at 2-1 for best odds to win the championship.

Kyle Irving

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Report: Lopez to stay with Bucks

The 7-footer was crucial to Milwaukee's success in the 2018-19 season, averaging 12.5 points and 2.2 blocks per game while connecting on 36.5% of his 3-point attempts.

Gilbert McGregor

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Report: Middleton set to return to Milwaukee

Khris Middleton has decided to return to Milwaukee, keeping the Bucks core together for the 2019-2020 season.

Carlan Gay

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Under-the-radar free agents to watch

This summer’s free agency has been almost entirely centred around the superstars potentially on the move, but there are several less talked about players who are ready to get surprisingly big contacts this summer.

Matthew Blum

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Report: Mirotic to sign with Euroleague's FC Barcelona

Last season, Mirotic averaged 15.2 points and 7.4 rebounds over 46 games with the Pelicans and Bucks.

Gilbert McGregor

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Fast facts on Giannis' MVP Award

The Greek Freak is the first league MVP from Europe since Dirk Nowitzki in 2007.

Yash Matange

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'This is just the beginning' - Giannis delivers emotional MVP speech

Giannis Antetokounmpo gave a heartfelt speech honouring his family as he accepted his MVP trophy.

Benyam Kidane

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Giannis wins 2018-19 MVP

Giannis Antetokounmpo caps off his remarkable season with the Milwaukee Bucks, beating out James Harden and Paul George to win the Most Valuable Player of the Year award.

Benyam Kidane

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Budenholzer wins Coach of the Year

Mike Budenholzer beats out Denver Nuggets coach Mike Malone and Los Angeles Clippers' Doc Rivers to win Coach of the Year.

Benyam Kidane

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Who are the best players in the NBA?

With the 2018-19 season in the books, the global NBA.com staff updated our list of the top 15 players in the league based on this past season including the playoffs. Is LeBron James still King of the NBA? Or has someone else snatched his spot atop the NBA hierarchy?

NBA.com Staff

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Everything you need to know ahead of the 2019 NBA Awards show

Here's all the information you need to know about the 2019 NBA Awards show.

NBA.com Staff

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NBA Draft 2019: A complete history of Australians in the NBA Draft

Ben Simmons and Andrew Bogut highlight the deep history of Australian's being picked in the NBA Draft.

James McKern

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Brown says Bucks have unfinished business: 'We're going to be a real dangerous team to play'

The Milwaukee Bucks's season ended in the Eastern Conference Finals, but Sterling Brown says the taste of playoff success will only make everyone even hungrier next season.

Benyam Kidane

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Giannis on Bucks: 'I want everyone back'

After their most successful season since 2001, the Bucks face a tough task of keeping their group together, with several players entering free agency.

Benyam Kidane

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Giannis after loss: 'I think it's the start of a long journey'

Reflecting on a great regular season and a deep playoff run, MVP candidate Giannis Antetokounmpo spoke about the Raptors' game-clinching 26-3 run and his plans for the offseason.

Yash Matange

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Lowry relishing long-awaited Finals debut: 'It means a lot'

It's been a long journey for Kyle Lowry to get to the NBA Finals, but the Toronto Raptors point guard says he's 'not satisfied' just yet.

Benyam Kidane

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Kawhi's emphatic dunk caps off Raptors' 26-3 run

A signature moment from a Game 6 that sealed the franchise's first-ever Finals berth.

Yash Matange

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Sights and sounds from Raptors' series-clinching win

The Toronto Raptors are headed to their first ever NBA Finals after defeating the Milwaukee Bucks in front of a rocking Scotiabank Arena crowd.

Kyle Irving

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NBA players react to Raptors making Finals

"That’s big for the City and Canada," former Raptors forward DeMarre Carroll tweeted. "Very special group."

Scott Rafferty

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NBA Finals berth erases years of heartbreak for Toronto fans

The Toronto Raptors are heading to their first NBA Finals in franchise history, a moment 24 years in the making.

Carlan Gay

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History! Raptors clinch their first Finals appearance

The Raptors have defeated the Bucks in the Eastern Conference Finals to advance to the NBA Finals for the first time in franchise history.

Scott Rafferty

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What's next for the Bucks?

What will the Bucks pay Khris Middleton in free agency? Will they keep Brook Lopez and Nikola Mirotic? What do they do with Malcolm Brogdon?

Scott Rafferty

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Raptors defeat Bucks, advance to NBA Finals

The Raptors have done it! For the first time in franchise history, Toronto will go to the NBA Finals after defeating the Bucks 100-94 in Game 6

Kyle Irving

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Dedicated Raptors fans eagerly await potential Finals berth

With their first ever trip to the NBA Finals on the line, Raptors fans have been lined up outside of Scotiabank Arena since 10:30 a.m., ready to support their team in Game 6.

Kyle Irving

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Charles Barkley says he'd 'knock the hell out of Drake'

Charles Barkley is over Drake's sideline antics during the 2019 NBA playoffs.

Jamila St. Ann

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How have the Warriors fared against the Raptors and Bucks?

As the Warriors await the winner of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Raptors and Bucks, take a look back at how they fared against each of the East's top two teams.

Gilbert McGregor

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Odds, picks for Raptors-Bucks Game 6

The Toronto Raptors have covered the spread in three of the five games this series, including both games on their home court.

NBA.com Staff

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Raptors or Bucks match up better with Warriors?

The Raptors are now one win away from the NBA Finals, but do they match up better with the Warriors than the Bucks? Our NBA.com Staff discusses.

NBA.com Staff

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What to watch for in Raptors-Bucks Game 6

The Raptors have won three straight against the Bucks, taking a 3-2 series lead after a massive road win in Game 5. Now one win away from their first Finals appearance in franchise history, can Toronto close things out at home?

Kyle Irving

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Is Draymond the Warriors X-Factor?

Draymond Green took his game to another level in the Western Conference Finals without Kevin Durant. With Durant missing at least the beginning of the NBA Finals, Green's production on both ends will be crucial to the Warriors winning their third-straight title.

Matthew Blum

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Kawhi's simple but effective playmaking in one possession

Leonard dished out nine assists in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals. None of his assists were particularly difficult, but they didn't need to be for him to punish the Bucks for the way they were defending him.

Scott Rafferty

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Lowry hails VanVleet's 'mental toughness' after Game 5

Fred VanVleet exploded for 21 points off the bench in the Raptors' pivotal 105-99 Game 5 win over the Milwaukee Bucks.

Benyam Kidane

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Drake after Raptors win: 'We're going to the NBA Finals'

Canadian rapper and Toronto Raptors super fan Drake was in the thick of the action with the home fans, watching Game 5 at "Jurassic Park."

Benyam Kidane

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Kawhi: "I'm not afraid of the moment. I enjoy it."

As he's done the entire season, Kawhi Leonard stepped up when his team needed him the most in Game 5. He's single-handedly rewriting history for a franchise that's finally ready to seize the moment.

Micah Adams

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Why Giannis wasn't on floor late in Game 5

Giannis Antetokounmpo's late stint on the sidelines in Game 5 was due to an ankle injury after making contact with Kawhi Leonard, Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer explained post-game.

Benyam Kidane

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Lowry becomes all-time leading postseason scorer

In his sixth postseason run with the Raptors, Kyle Lowry is now the franchise's all-time leading scorer in the playoffs.

Micah Adams

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Takeaways from the biggest win in Raptors history

The Toronto Raptors are one win away from moving on to the first NBA Finals in franchise history. Entering Game 5 the Bucks were 33-0 at home this season when leading entering the fourth quarter. They're now 33-1.

Micah Adams

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Kawhi lead Raptors over Bucks in another thriller

Kawhi Leonard scored 35 points and dished out nine assists in Toronto's Game 5 win.

Scott Rafferty

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Rapid Reaction to a wild 1st Half

After falling into a massive hole thanks to a sluggish start, the Toronto Raptors battled back in the second quarter to make it a one-possession game going into the half.

Micah Adams

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Keys to Raptors-Bucks Game 5

Can Giannis Antetokounmpo figure out the defensive challenges presented by Kawhi Leonard? Which team's reserves will make the biggest difference? Here are the biggest keys to a pivotal Game 5.

M Adams and Gilb...

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Who is now eligible for a supermax?

The NBA announced the All-NBA teams on Thursday. Here's who is now supermax eligible.

Carlan Gay

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NBA announces All-NBA teams

Antetokounmpo and Harden were unanimous selections to the First Team and were joined by Stephen Curry, Paul George and Nikola Jokić. Ben Simmons narrowly missed the cut, earning seven Third Team votes.

NBA.com Staff

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Gobert, Antetokounmpo, George headline All-Defensive 1st Team

Marcus Smart and Eric Bledsoe join Rudy Gobert, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Paul George on the 2018-19 NBA All-Defensive First Team.

NBA.com Staff

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Inside Kawhi's D on Giannis

Kawhi Leonard is reminding everyone that he's the best defender in the world. Over the last two games, he's switched onto guarding the Greek Freak and in doing so, has changed the entire series. Here's what the numbers say about just how dominant he's been defensively.

Micah Adams

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Lowry on bench performance: 'we needed it'

The Toronto Raptors' bench had three players score in double figures, playing a pivotal role in the series-tying Game 4 win.

Yash Matange

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Kawhi: "We have a chance to make history"

Following the Raptors Game 4 win over the Milwaukee Bucks, Leonard alluded to the franchise's chances to reach uncharted territory when asked how he was feeling physically.

Gilbert McGregor

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Takeaways: Raptors even series with big Game 4 win

The Toronto Raptors square the series at 2-2 after a comfortable 120-102 win over the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 4.

B Kidane and Gil...

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Raptors earn 18-point Game 4 win

After a thrilling double overtime victory in Game 3, the Toronto Raptors took care of home once again, evening Eastern Conference Finals series with the Milwaukee Bucks at two games apiece with an 18-point win.

Gilbert McGregor

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How have Bucks faired after a loss this season?

The Bucks are nearly unstoppable after a loss in the 2018-19 season. They're 22-1 (regular season and playoffs) following a loss, the best record in NBA history

Kyle Irving

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Odds, picks for Raptors-Bucks Game 4

The favourite is a perfect 3-0 so far in this series. What does that mean entering Wednesday's pivotal Game 4?

NBA.com Staff

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Why Game 4 looms large for Toronto

Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals carries with it ramifications for the Raptors that extend far beyond simply tying up the series. How does Tuesday's game impact the Raptors beyond this series and this season?

Kyle Irving

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5 Keys to Raptors-Bucks Game 4

How will Kawhi Leonard look after playing 52 minutes in Game 3? Can the Raptors successfully slow down Giannis Antetokounmpo? Here are the biggest keys to Tuesday's Game 4 as the Raptors look to even the series.

Micah Adams

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Powell on Leonard: 'All he wants to do is win'

Kawhi Leonard scored 19 of his 36 points in the fourth quarter and overtime periods to lead the Raptors to a 118-112 win in Game 3.

Benyam Kidane

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Raptors hang on in 2OT to win Game 3

The Toronto Raptors make the series 2-1 with a hard-fought 118-112 win over the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 3.

B Kidane and Sco...

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'I'm good': Leonard on playing through pain in Game 3

The Toronto Raptors' All-Star led his team to a double-overtime win with yet another 35+ point performance, playing through a leg injury.

Yash Matange

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Kawhi sets Raptors record with sixth 35-point game

Only four other players have ever scored 35 points in a playoff game in a Toronto Raptors uniform.

Scott Rafferty

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Kawhi scores 36 points in double overtime thriller

Kawhi Leonard was spectacular once again, scoring a game-high 36 points to get the Raptors a much-needed win.

Scott Rafferty

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Can the Raptors stop the Bucks' supporting cast?

While Giannis Antetokounmpo has been terrific throughout the entire playoffs, the Bucks' depth and supporting cast around their potential MVP have been just as good. Their second unit scored 54 points in Game 2 to provide a significant advantage over the Raptors. Will Toronto be able to shut down the players around Giannis in Game 3?

Kyle Irving

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Four things to watch in Game 3 of Raptors-Bucks

Will the Raptors get more scoring out of Marc Gasol? Has Norman Powell earned himself more minutes? Will the Bucks continue to win the minutes Giannis Antetokounmpo is on the bench?

Scott Rafferty

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Nurse says lineup change could be coming for Raptors

Could the Raptors start Serge Ibaka in place of Marc Gasol for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals?

Scott Rafferty

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Who should win each end-of-season award?

Luka Doncic or Trae Young? Giannis Antetokounmpo or James Harden? Pascal Siakam or D'Angelo Russell?

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