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Running diary from Sunday's action

Sunday's eight-game schedule had plenty of big performances across the NBA. We've got you covered below with all the scores, news, stats, highlights and top fantasy performers from the night!

NBA.com Staff

Warriors survive furious Raptors rally

Despite a rough outing from Stephen Curry, the Warriors managed to hang on to defeat the Raptors, who had a chance to win at the buzzer after trailing by as many as 17 points in the fourth quarter.

Gilbert McGregor

Running diary from thriller in The Bay

After trailing by as many as 17 in the game, the Raptors had a chance to win in the final seconds but the potential game-winner from Pascal Siakam rimmed out as time expired.

Gilbert McGregor

How Curry has revitalized the Warriors' offence

Golden State appeared lifeless through the first week of the 2020-21 season, but Steph Curry's revival and a team-wide change in mentality has helped the Warriors rediscover their stride.

Matthew Blum

Preview: Raptors look to slow down Curry in The Bay

As of late, Warriors guard Stephen Curry looks to be back in MVP form. The Raptors will look to build momentum on their West Coast swing by slowing Curry down to make it two straight wins.

Gilbert McGregor

Vintage Curry catches fire against Clippers

It was vintage Steph Curry in this one as the former MVP put on a clinic to carry the Golden State Warriors to a comeback win over the LA Clippers.

Kane Pitman

Friday's highlights

10 games on a Friday night produced no shortage of highlights, with the Lakers scraping home and Steph Curry cooking the Clippers.

NBA.com Staff

Rookie Ladder: Who is leading ROY race?

Welcome to our 2020-21 NBA Rookie Ladder! Every other Friday, we will provide you with updated rankings to track which first-year players are leading the Rookie of the Year race. Did LaMelo Ball take the top spot? Did No. 1 pick Anthony Edwards crack the top five? Who is the surprise rookie rising up the ladder?

Kyle Irving

Kerr gives injury update on Curry

In the final seconds of the loss to the Clippers, Curry grimaced after tweaking his left ankle. It came at the end of a game where he struggled to get going, only scoring 13 points as the Clippers beat the Warriors 108-101.

Yash Matange

Stephen Curry injury update: Warriors confident ankle 'tweak' is not serious

Stephen Curry played just five games as the Warriors' 2019-20 season was wrecked by injury, but a new ankle issue is not major.

Stats Perform News

Running Diary from Wednesday's action

There were 11 NBA games on Wednesday! Scroll down for final scores, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Optimal viewing plan for 11-game slate

Wednesday night is a dream slate for NBA basketball fans and League Pass owners with 11 games of action. With plenty of good matchups headlined by Pacers-Rockets, 76ers-Wizards, Heat-Celtics, Suns-Raptors and Warriors-Clippers, many of the league's best players and teams will take the floor and you won't want to miss a second of it. Here we have you covered with the optimal viewing plan on how to navigate your television to catch it all.

Kyle Irving

Running diary from Monday's games

The 2020-21 NBA season continued with an action-packed nine-game slate this Monday. Two surprise teams in the East went head-to-head in Cavaliers-Magic, the Raptors and Celtics competed in a playoff rematch and Luka Doncic broke multiple records in a win vs. Rockets, and Stephen Curry sparks the Warriors to a big win.

NBA players react to Steph's career night

Steph Curry had Twitter talking after his career-high 62-point performance against the Portland Trail Blazers.

Benyam Kidane

Stephen Curry's 62-point outing against Damian Lillard reminds NBA world of his powers

Klay Thompson and Andre Iguodala were among the NBA players to post on social media about Curry's career-best scoring output.

Dan Bernstein

Raptors face crucial early stretch

While it's hard to say that anything this early in the season is "make-or-break," solid play over the next week could quickly turn things around for Toronto or, at the very least, keep the season from going from bad to worse. An in-depth look at the schedule ahead shows they've got their work cut out for them

Gilbert McGregor

Running diary from Sunday's eight games

The 2020-21 NBA season rolled on with an eight-game slate. From the first game in Detroit to the final game of the schedule in San Francisco, we've got you covered with final scores, news, stats, highlights and the day's top fantasy performers below.

NBA.com Staff

Lillard and Melo cook against Warriors

In a marquee matchup between elite scoring point guards, Damian Lillard outpaced Steph Curry in a blow out win for the Portland Trail Blazers.

Kane Pitman

Highlights from Friday's star studded lineup

It was an All-Star cast for Friday's ten game slate, with dominant performances from LeBron, Giannis and Luka leading the way on an action packed night around the league.

NBA.com Staff

Warriors rookie James Wiseman impresses Steve Kerr with 'Giannis play'

Warriors rookie center James Wiseman has impressed early in his NBA career.

Billy Heyen

Running diary from Tuesday's games

We had 10 games on deck for a busy Tuesday in the NBA. We've got you covered with all the scores, stats, news, highlights and the best fantasy performers of the night.

NBA.com Staff

Optimal viewing plan for tonight's games

There are 10 games to look forward to on Tuesday, including a rematch of last season's Eastern Conference Semifinals and a matchup between two of the league's up-and-coming teams. Here's the optimal viewing plan for what should be another fun slate of games.

Scott Rafferty

Players to watch on the fantasy waiver wire

Week 1 of the NBA season has come to a close and as players are becoming settled into new roles in a unique season, fantasy owners continue to seek ways to improve their rosters. We've got you covered with several names worth plenty of consideration.

Kyle Irving

Curry makes history as Dubs earn first win

Steph Curry became the third player in NBA history to record 2,500 career 3-pointers as the Warriors eeked out a 129-128 win over the Chicago Bulls, thanks to Damion Lee's late 3-pointer.

Benyam Kidane

Scores & highlights from Sunday's 10-game slate

Quite a few upsets and plenty of highlights from the 10 games on Sunday. We've got you covered below with scores, news, highlights, and the best fantasy performers of the day.

NBA.com Staff

Stephen Curry says Warriors must 'win immediately'

Stephen Curry expects an immediate response from the Warriors after back-to-back defeats against the Nets and the Bucks.

Stats Perform News

Biggest takeaways from NBA Christmas Day games

What did we really learn about the NBA teams that played on Christmas Day? Let's dive into each game.

Jordan Greer

Warriors' terrible start forces tough assessments of Andrew Wiggins, Kelly Oubre Jr.

Golden State has been outscored by 65 points through just two games this season.

Dan Bernstein

Best of new uniforms, sneakers on Christmas Day

Seven of the 10 teams in action on Christmas Day debuted new uniforms while countless players pulled out noteworthy sneakers for the occasion.

NBA.com Staff

Recapping the Christmas Day action

Once again, the NBA had a loaded Christmas Day slate, with five games to fill out the day. Kevin Durant, Anthony Davis and Khris Middleton starred in an action packed day of holiday hoops.

NBA.com Staff

NBA Christmas schedule 2020: What basketball games are on today?

The NBA's annual Christmas Day tradition continues with a full slate of five games, including a primetime Western Conference matchup between the Mavericks and Lakers.

Jordan Greer

How Jrue Holiday trade helps make Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks stronger NBA title contenders

The Bucks traded for Jrue Holiday to get an improvement at point guard and a worthy third part of a big three with Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton. It could be enough to finally reach the NBA Finals.

Billy Heyen

What channel is Warriors vs. Bucks on today? Time, TV schedule for 2020 NBA Christmas game

Here is everything you need to know to watch Warriors vs. Bucks, including the tipoff time and TV channel for the Christmas Day game.

Thomas Schlarp

Middleton shows All-Star credentials in dominant win

Two-time All-Star Khris Middleton helped the Bucks make quick work of the Warriors on Christmas Day with a game-high 31 points in 25 minutes of action.

Scott Rafferty

One matchup to watch in each Christmas Day game

Another year, another loaded Christmas Day slate full of superstars and superteams. Can Bam Adebayo keep Zion Williamson out of the paint? Will Kevin Durant and Jayson Tatum get into a shootout? Will Luka Doncic and LeBron James battle in another classic? How will Steph Curry and the Warriors bounce back from an ugly opening night? Here's what to watch in each game.

Scott Rafferty

Tatum learning from KD is the next step

Jayson Tatum told reporters in the offseason that he studied Kevin Durant when he was with the Golden State Warriors to learn how to become a better off-ball scorer. That's a scary sign for the rest of the league. Here's why.

Scott Rafferty

Canadians take centre stage on Christmas

At least one Canadian will be present in each of the five Christmas Day games this year. In total, there will be eight Canadians across seven different teams taking the floor. From Toronto's Nickeil Alexander-Walker to Kitchener's Jamal Murray, find a rundown of 2020 Christmas Day CanCon in the NBA.

Gilbert McGregor

Durant 'scary' good for Nets

Kevin Durant earned praise following his impressive bow for the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday.

Stats Perform News

Warriors vs. Nets score, results: Irving and Durant dominate, Brooklyn shows depth in season opener

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Warriors vs. Nets on Tuesday. Follow for complete results from the NBA's Opening Night to the 2020-21 season.

Jacob Hancock

KD and Kyrie look like scary duo in opening night win

In just three quarters of action, Durant (22) and Irving (26) combined to score 48 points on 17-for-32 shooting as Brooklyn cruised to a 26-point victory over Golden State.

Gilbert McGregor

Sights and sounds from opening night

No fans, masked coaches, championship rings and yet-to-be-revealed banners. Opening night of the 2020-21 NBA season was one like no other. Below, find some of the best visuals from a unique night.

Gilbert McGregor

Live updates from Opening Night

The 2020-21 NBA season opened up with quite the doubleheader. Plenty of numbers and highlights to catch up on and we got you covered with it all.

NBA.com Staff

What happened to Kevin Durant? Fresh start with Nets arrives 18 months after torn Achilles

Kevin Durant missed more than 18 months after a torn Achilles tendon in the 2019 NBA Finals. In that time, he left the Warriors for the Nets. Now, he's back to team with Kyrie Irving and chase a third NBA championship.

Billy Heyen

What channel is Warriors vs. Nets on tonight? Time, TV schedule for NBA Opening Night game

Are you ready for some hoops? Here is everything you need to know about how to watch Warriors vs. Nets on the NBA's Opening Night.

Jordan Greer

Why did Kevin Durant leave Warriors for Nets?

Despite his immense success with Golden State, Durant's decision to leave the Warriors for the Nets in 2019 didn't come as a surprise.

Jordan Greer

NBA Soundsystem: Who will win the West?

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty break down the latest news and notes around the league on NBA Soundsystem live!

NBA.com Staff

New-look Warriors will test Curry's greatness

Alongside Draymond Green, Kelly Oubre Jr., Andrew Wiggins and James Wiseman, can Stephen Curry carry the Golden State Warriors to the top four of the Western Conference?

Benyam Kidane

Ranking NBA's top 30 players entering 2020-21

Ahead of the 2020-21 NBA season, our NBA.com Staff ranks the 30-best players in the league. Did LeBron James come out on top? Where did Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant land? What about the bubble's breakout stars in Devin Booker, Jamal Murray and Donovan Mitchell?

Scott Rafferty

Who enters the season in the top-10?

The 2020-21 NBA season is upon us! After a whirlwind of an offseason that saw the draft, free agency, training camp and preseason go by in the blink of an eye, it's time for NBA basketball again. Which teams have best positioned themselves to make a run at a title? Which teams regressed since we last saw them take the floor? Check out our NBA Power Rankings heading into the new season.

Kyle Irving

How long is Klay Thompson out?

Thompson suffered another setback in his return to the Warriors that will keep him sidelined for even longer.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Celebrate first-ever NBA Jersey Day

The NBA is encouraging fans around the world to show their excitement for the new season by sporting their favourite NBA jersey.

NBA.com Staff

Players we can't wait to watch this season

The 2020-21 NBA season is right around the corner, which means there are plenty of players getting ready to take on new roles within their teams or on new teams, players returning from injuries and players looking to take the next step forward in their career. Our NBA.com staff discusses which players they're most excited to watch this upcoming season.

NBA.com Staff

Can Curry lead Warriors back to the playoffs?

The Warriors have a lot more talent this season than last season with James Wiseman, Andrew Wiggins and Kelly Oubre on the roster, but they will still only go as far as Stephen Curry can take them.

Scott Rafferty

DraftKings NBA DFS Picks for Opening Night: Showdown advice for Lakers vs. Clippers, Warriors vs. Nets

Lakers vs. Clippers is one headliner on NBA Opening Night, but you can have even more fun with DraftKings NBA DFS for the two-game slate with Warriors-Nets along with DraftKings Showdown lineups for each single game.

Billy Heyen

Report: Lin finalizing deal with Warriors

In September, Lin posted on Instagram that he wasn't returning to the CBA for the 2020-21 season in the hopes of returning to the NBA.

Scott Rafferty

Biggest storylines from Day 7 of preseason

The stars were out in force on day 7 of preseason action, with Steph Curry, James Harden, Trae Young and Ja Morant all in action.

Kane Pitman

Biggest storylines from Day 5 of preseason

Just three preseason games were slated for Tuesday but there was plenty of action with the Philadelphia 76ers beginning their preseason with a win, James Harden returning to the Rockets line-up and more. We've got you covered with all the action from Day 5 of preseason.

Yash Matange

Best Canadian matchups in first half

With the release of the first half of the 2020-21 NBA schedule, take a look at the best Canadian versus Canadian matchups to keep an eye on. With more than a handful of talented Canadians headlined by Jamal Murray, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Andrew Wiggins and RJ Barrett, there is no shortage of head-to-head meetings to look forward to.

Kyle Irving

Raptors enter season with depth advantage

In a season supported by necessary health and safety protocols, teams are going to face obstacles they've never experienced before. Only the teams with quality depth who can adapt to everything this season throws as them will thrive under these unique circumstances.

Matthew Blum

Stephen Curry wants to retire with Warriors

Warriors star Stephen Curry discusses his future as the team prepares to open its NBA season.

Stats Perform News

On This Date: The epic Kobe-Antawn duel in Oakland

The game was the first time in nearly 38 years and only the third instance (at that time) in NBA history that opposing players each scored at least 50 points in an NBA game.

Yash Matange

Individual duels we missed out on last season

From KD and LeBron to Curry and Lillard, the release of the first half of the 2020-21 NBA schedule means that fans can now circle their calendars for some of the biggest head-to-head matchups they were robbed of due to injuries over the past few seasons.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA schedule release: Here are the Opening Night, Christmas Day games for 2020-21 season

Which NBA teams got primetime placement on Opening Night and Christmas Day? Here is the full schedule for the first three days of the 2020-21 NBA season.

Jordan Greer

Wiggins signs shoe deal with Peak brand

Wiggins took to Twitter to announce that he has joined Chinese brand after wearing Nike products for the past two seasons.

Gilbert McGregor

Notable "return" games on NBA schedule

There is always a heightened level of intrigue when a player takes on his former team. Here are some of the biggest "return" games from the first half of the 2020-21 NBA season.

Gilbert McGregor

Biggest storylines to watch from opening week

The 2020-21 NBA season's Opening Week schedule has been released and there's no shortage of marquee matchups and superstars on display. From guys like Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving facing off with Steph Curry as they all return from injuries, to a glimpse into Zion's development, we take a look at some of the biggest things to watch when the season tips off.

B Kidane and Yas...

Which Christmas Day game are you looking forward to?

The best part about the quick turnaround of the 2020-21 NBA season is that we still get NBA Christmas Day games. The regular season's biggest stage is set with five high-quality matchups and plenty of stars on display. From Kyrie Irving finally returning to Boston, to MVP-favourite Luka Doncic bracing for another epic duel with LeBron James, to the Clippers looking for some revenge, it's sure to be an eventful day. Which game are you most looking forward to?

NBA.com Staff

Christmas Day schedule released

There are five games slated for Christmas Day, headlined by Nets guard Kyrie Irving's return to Boston and a showdown between Lakers forward LeBron James and Mavericks guard Luka Doncic.

Kyle Irving

Opening Night schedule released

The 2020-21 NBA season is set to begin with a doubleheader on Tuesday, Dec. 22.

Gilbert McGregor

Opening week marquee games revealed

Opening Week of the 2020-21 NBA season features the Warriors taking on the Nets, the Mavericks taking on the Lakers and the Clippers taking on the Nuggets in a Western Conference Semifinals rematch.

Scott Rafferty

What Klay's injury means for Andrew Wiggins

Klay Thompson's heart-breaking season-ending Achilles injury leaves a void in the Warriors' attack that Andrew Wiggins may be able to fill.

Carlan Gay

Wiseman is exactly what the Warriors need

The Golden State Warriors selected James Wiseman with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. Does the big man out of Memphis make sense for a franchise looking to contend for the title?

Kane Pitman

Did the Raptors land in the top-10?

With NBA training camps opening on Dec. 1 and the majority of offseason moves behind us, it's time to rank the best teams in the NBA following their decisions in the draft, trade market and free agency. Which teams took the leap to get better? Who fell through the cracks and slid down since last season?

Kyle Irving

Full 2020 NBA Christmas schedule: Start times, matchups & more

There are five reported matchups on tap for Christmas Day.

Dan Bernstein

Stephen Curry explains viral jab at Nate Robinson after Jake Paul knockout

Paul's knockout punch electrified Twitter and provided plenty of meme fuel for the masses.

Jordan Greer

Under Armour launches Stephen Curry-specific Curry Brand to compete with Nike's Jordan Brand

Performance basketball footwear will be reportedly be available from Curry Brand on Dec. 11.

Billy Heyen

Who should play on opening night?

The 2020-21 NBA season kicks off on Dec. 22, so we asked our NBA.com staff to pick a matchup they would most like to see to start the year.

NBA.com Staff

VanVleet's contract makes history

In signing a four-year deal reportedly worth $85 million, VanVleet became the first-ever undrafted player in league history to earn over $20 million annually. Take a look at where his overall contract, annual and career earnings measure up with other notable undrafted players in years past.

Gilbert McGregor

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

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

Jordan Greer

On This Date: Wilt records 50-point, 40-rebound double-double

Chamberlain recorded a double-double of 50 points and 40 rebounds - one of only five 50-40 double-doubles in NBA history, all of which are owned by him.

Yash Matange

Report: Gasol receiving interest from Warriors

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Warriors have shown interest in Marc Gasol while the Toronto Raptors continue to work on getting the Spaniard centre back on a new deal.

Yash Matange

Marc Gasol rumors: Raptors to battle for big man in wake of Ibaka exit

Gasol is one of the last high-quality centers available. His potential destinations include two playoff contenders.

Dan Bernstein

Kelly Oubre trade analysis: Warriors respond to disaster, Thunder add another draft pick

Golden State and Oklahoma City, for so long on-court rivals, pulled off a deal that seems to make sense for both parties.

Dan Bernstein

Report: Warriors 'nearing deal' to acquire Oubre

According to a report from ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, Golden State will acquire Oubre Jr., who is owed $14.4 million on the final year of his contract, by use of their $17.2 million trade exception.

Gilbert McGregor

Klay (Achilles) expected to miss 20-21 season

The Warriors have announced that an MRI confirmed the injury and that Thompson is expected to miss the entirety of the upcoming season.

Gilbert McGregor

Players express support for Thompson

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarwoski, Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson has suffered a season-ending Achilles tear. NBA players were quick to send their thoughts and prayers to the five-time All-Star.

Scott Rafferty

Klay Thompson injury update: Warriors star suffers torn Achilles, will miss 2020-21 season

The Warriors announced Wednesday night that five-time All-Star Klay Thompson suffered a leg injury during an offseason workout in Southern California.

Jordan Greer

Biggest steals, worst reaches of 2020 NBA Draft first round

The 2020 NBA Draft wasn't deep in talent, but there were players who represented good value in Round 1. Which teams were best and worst at finding those players?

Mike DeCourcy

Major takeaways from a busy draft night

After the first three picks went according to plan, there were several intriguing selections and a trades in the 2020 NBA Draft. Here's a look into the biggest storylines surrounding an action-packed night.

Benyam Kidane

Report: Klay suffers 'significant Achilles injury'

Golden State Warriors All-Star, Klay Thompson has suffered a lower leg injury and is set to undergo tests to determine the severity in the coming days.

Kane Pitman

Warriors take Wiseman with No. 2 pick

The 7-foot-1 center appeared in just three games during his freshman season at the University of Memphis, posting averages of 19.7 points, 10.7 rebounds and 3.0 blocks per game.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA mock draft 2020: What will Timberwolves, Warriors do?

There isn't even a consensus on what the Timberwolves will do with the No. 1 pick, let alone how the first round of the 2020 NBA Draft will play out.

Jordan Greer

Examining Avdija's fit with teams at top of the draft

Maccabi Tel Aviv young star Deni Avdija is one of the best prospects in the 2020 NBA Draft class. With the expectation that he'll be selected among the first few picks of the draft, take a look at how Avdija fits in with each team that has a top-five pick.

Kyle Irving

On This Date: Wilt scores 73 points vs. Knicks

On Nov. 16, 1962, Wilt Chamberlain scored 73 points against the New York Knicks, the fourth-highest points total in NBA history.

Benyam Kidane

Warriors submit plan to get fans back in arena

Golden State owner Joe Lacob is aiming to allow spectators back into Chase Center in San Francisco. Vigorous testing is key to the plan.

Stats Perform News

Cloth Talk: The best new 'Classic' edition uniforms

Welcome to the second edition of NBA.com's Cloth Talk, where Gilbert McGregor and Kyle Irving delve into all things style in the NBA. With new uniforms being revealed by the day, the two key in on teams that have released their 'Classic' edition jerseys for the 2020-21 season such as the Nets, Warriors, Mavericks and Grizzlies.

Kyle Irving

Most interesting teams on draft night

With the 2020 NBA Draft being one of the first steps toward the 2020-21 season, there are plenty of teams that are making their first moves toward shaping their roster for Opening Night. Which NBA franchises are the most interesting to watch on draft night? Our NBA.com staff discusses.

NBA.com Staff

Players across U.S. casting votes for election

Last month, the NBPA announced that 90 percent of eligible voters in the NBA had been registered to vote. Now, they're exercising their right to vote in the days leading up to the election.

Scott Rafferty

Warriors pay tribute to Oakland with new jerseys

The jersey is inspired by the uniforms worn by the team from 1997 to 2010. Oakland played host to all Warriors home games from 1972-96 and 1997-2019 before the franchise moved to the Chase Center in San Francisco.

Yash Matange

Nov. 2, 1990: 'Run TMC' combine for 99 in record game

The trio of Chris Mullin, Tim Hardaway, and Mitch Richmond led from the front, as the Warriors defeated the Nuggets 162-158 - the highest scoring non-overtime game in NBA history.

Yash Matange

Should the Warriors keep or trade the No. 2 pick?

The Warriors are in a unique situation holding the No. 2 pick of the NBA Draft while simultaneously looking to add pieces around a now-healthy core trying to return back to the NBA Finals. Two members of our NBA.com staff make the case for why they should keep or trade their pick.

Kyle Irving

Making sense of Golden State's free agency situation

The Warriors are going to be limited in how much they can do this offseason, but they do have the means to make some moves depending on what they're looking to do next season.

Scott Rafferty

Ranking the best coaches in the NBA

Head coaching can be the difference between making or missing the playoffs, as well as winning or losing a series. Our NBA.com Staff ranks the 10 best head coaches in the league following the 2019-20 season.

Kyle Irving

On This Date: Wilt makes historic NBA debut

On Oct. 24, 1959, one of the greatest basketball players the world has ever seen played in his first NBA game. Chamberlain led the Warriors to victory with 43 points and 28 rebounds.

Scott Rafferty

Murray reveals hardest player to guard

Following a breakout postseason, Jamal Murray is trying to become a mainstay among the NBA's premier players. Part of that is stepping up to the challenge in defending the league's best scorers, to which he recently named Stephen Curry as the hardest player to guard in the league. The sharpshooter gives teams fits when he's on the court and the Western Conference will have to be ready for that again next season.

Kyle Irving

Daryl Morey kept running into the same roadblock with the Rockets

In his quest for a championship, Morey kept running into the same roadblock: the mighty Warriors.

Jordan Greer

Steph Curry defines a Run and Gun offence

Two-time MVP and Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry defines a Run and Gun offence.

NBA.com Staff

Lakers favourites to win in 2021, Raps in top 10

The early odds-on favourite for the 2021 NBA championships is the Los Angeles Lakers. Can LeBron James and Anthony Davis get the Lakers back to the Finals two years in a row?

Carlan Gay

Free agent destinations for Gasol

If Gasol chooses to leave the Raptors as an unrestricted free agent this offseason, which teams make the most sense for him? There are four in particular that come to mind, plus a few wildcards.

Scott Rafferty

Wiggins rooting for Butler in Finals

Canadian Andrew Wiggins will be a Miami Heat fan for the 2020 NBA Finals for no reason other than to see former teammate Jimmy Butler win a ring.

Carlan Gay

LaMelo: 'I feel like I can play on any team'

Potential top pick LaMelo Ball had his first NBA Combine media session on Monday, feeling confident that he could fit in with any of the top teams in the draft.

Kyle Irving

Most points in a loss by a single player in Finals history

Only one player in NBA Finals history has scored more points in a loss than Stephen Curry did in Game 3 of the 2019 NBA Finals as he finished with 47.

Micah Adams

Examining LaMelo's fit with teams at top of draft

LaMelo Ball is widely considered to be among the top prospects in the 2020 draft class, with the expectation that the playmaking point guard will be a top-five pick. How does Ball fit in with the current roster of each NBA franchise that picks in the top five?

Kyle Irving

Draymond Green calls out Paul Pierce on IG: 'You still fear Bron . . . Shut up already'

Green took exception to Pierce's comments that today's NBA players are afraid of LeBron James.

Jacob Hancock

Klay Thompson practices for first time in over a year

Klay Thompson missed the entire 2019-20 season after suffering a torn ACL in the 2019 NBA Finals. On Friday, the Warriors star returned to the practice court for the first time in 15 months.

Kyle Irving

Wiggins reveals main goal with Warriors

The 25-year-old Canadian has lofty goals with the talented Golden State Warriors.

Carlan Gay

LeBron's still The King

In Year 17, LeBron James is leading the charge of the Lakers 2020 postseason run, again putting his reign on top into perspective. As each challenger to the throne arises, we’re offered the chance to appreciate LeBron's longevity.

Gilbert McGregor

2020 NBA Draft rescheduled for Nov. 18

The revised date allows additional time to conduct the 2020 pre-draft process, gather more information about the potential start date for the 2020-21 season and advance conversations between the NBA and the National Basketball Players Association regarding related Collective Bargaining Agreement matters.

Official Release

Teams to come back from 3-1 series deficit

Only 13 times in NBA Playoffs history has a team overcome a 3-1 series deficit. Here's when, where and how all of those comebacks happened.

Yash Matange

NBA Draft prospects 2020: Ranking the top 60 players overall on the SN big board

Our big board of 2020 NBA Draft prospects takes an in-depth look at the players likely to be selected inside the lottery, plus a comprehensive ranking of the top 60 players overall.

Mike DeCourcy

Stephen Curry, wife Ayesha announce endorsement for president: 'We're voting for Joe Biden'

The Curry family had a small video segment in Day 4 of the Democratic National Convention in which they endorsed Joe Biden for president.

Zac Al-Khateeb

The Warriors' best draft options, including a trade

No matter what the team chooses to do, Golden State will enter the 2020-21 season with a game-changing new rotation member.

Dan Bernstein

NBA Draft lottery results 2020: Full order of top 14 set as Timberwolves win No. 1 pick

Which team will land the No. 1 pick in the 2020 NBA Draft? Follow the complete lottery results, updated live.

Jordan Greer

Who is representing each team during the Draft Lottery?

Three-time NBA champion and two-time MVP Stephen Curry headlines the list of people representing their teams during the virtual 2020 NBA Draft Lottery. Which representative will bring their franchise luck in earning the No. 1 overall pick?

Kyle Irving

Kenny Smith doesn't believe Steph Curry can 'shoot as deep' as Damian Lillard

The Warriors' point guard called out the "NBA On TNT" analyst after his puzzling comments comparing him with Damian Lillard.

Jordan Heck

New video shows deputy was 'initial aggressor' in altercation with Raptors' Masai Ujiri

The video clearly shows deputy Alan Strickman shoved Masai Ujiri first as the initial aggressor in the confrontation.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Curry offers to caddie for Morikawa

The Warriors star attended Morikawa's media conference in San Francisco.

Dejan Kalinic

Curry offers to caddie for Morikawa

Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry attended US PGA Championship winner Collin Morikawa's media conference.

Dejan Kalinic

Draymond Green fined $50,000 for saying Devin Booker should leave Suns

The NBA was not happy with Draymond Green for suggesting Suns guard Devin Booker should request a trade out of Phoenix.

SJ Lynn

Draymond Green fined by NBA

After stating on television that Devin Booker needs to get out of Phoenix, Draymond Green has been punished by the NBA.

Rob Lancaster

All-Rookie Team predictions

After predicting the All-NBA Team, we shift the spotlight to the league's best 10 rookies. With the amount of talent in this year's rookie class, it's no easy task. Has Zion played enough for a First Team nod? Did Terence Davis II make the cut?

Gilbert McGregor

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

Canada Day spotlight: Steve Nash

From Chris Paul to Trae Young, Steve Nash has a tremendous influence on the NBA's current generation of point guards.

Scott Rafferty

Canada Day spotlight: Andrew Wiggins

The Canadian finds himself in a perfect scenario to win and win big in Golden State. And all he has to do is be himself.

Carlan Gay

The importance of Wiggins making 17 straight 3s

Video surfaced of Golden State's small forward knocking down 17 straight 3s in a recent workout. After shooting just 6-25 on wide open 3s after being traded to the Warriors, it's clear that the former No. 1 overall pick needs to improve from beyond the arc in order to reach his potential in Golden State.

Micah Adams

True or False: Curry deserved Finals MVP over Iguodala

Two members of our NBA.com Staff reignite the heated debate over the 2015 Finals MVP award that ultimately went to Andre Iguodala. Did voters get it right? Should Stephen Curry have gotten it over Iguodala? What does it mean for Curry's legacy?

Scott Rafferty

Sights and sounds: Raptors win first NBA title

The Raptors came into the final ever game in Oracle Arena and walked out with a title, completing a storybook ending to the greatest season in franchise history.

Matthew Blum

How did the NBA world react to Raptors' title?

"Congrats to the Raps, inspiring the youth back home wit this one for sure," Toronto native Kelly Olynyk tweeted.

Scott Rafferty

Raps became most resilient champs in NBA history

They trailed against the Magic. They trailed against the 76ers. They trailed against the Bucks. After falling behind in three different series before even reaching the NBA Finals, the Raptors path towards winning the championship is unlike any other in NBA history.

Micah Adams

Fact or Fiction: Warriors will be champs in 2021

Our writers agree: Golden State can win the title in 2021... but will it? Can Stephen Curry regain his MVP mojo? Will either Klay Thompson or Draymond Green return to All-Star status? Will they hold onto their high draft pick or Andrew Wiggins?

NBA.com Staff

Curry, Thompson march in protest

Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson were participated in the Walking in Unity protest event.

Sacha Pisani

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

NBA coaches form commitee on racial injustice

The committee will present solutions for coaches, players and teams to engage in social issues in every NBA city following widespread civil unrest following last week's death of George Floyd.

NBA.com Staff

OTD: Dubs complete 3-1 comeback with Game 7 win

Reigning unanimous league MVP Stephen Curry dropped 36 points as the Warriors outscored the Thunder 29-12 in the third quarter and came back from 13 points down to win this game and complete their 3-1 series comeback.

Yash Matange

Re-live Klay's historic 41-point Game 6 from 2016

Thompson knocked down an NBA playoff record 11 3-pointers, helping the Warriors win a must-win Game 6 108-101 on the road.

Yash Matange

Michael Jordan: Golden State Warrior? It happened — kind of

Over a 48-hour period, Michael Jordan was a Golden State Warrior.

Joe Rivera

OTD: Klay's heroic Game 6 vs. Thunder in 2016

Thompson knocked down an NBA playoff record 11 three-pointers and scored 19 of his 41 points in the fourth quarter, sparking the Warriors to victory in a must-win Game 6 of the Conference Finals on the road in Oklahoma City.

Yash Matange

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

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

Carlan Gay

All-Decade Team for 2010s

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

Scott Rafferty

Ayesha Curry criticized as a hypocrite after she posts photo of herself in a swimsuit

Ayesha Curry criticized as a hypocrite after she posts photo of herself in a swimsuit

Jordan Heck

NBA trade rumors: Why Warriors could end up moving top 2020 NBA Draft pick

Will the Warriors select one of the top prospects in this year's draft class? Or should they use their pick as a trade asset?

Jordan Greer

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

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

Yash Matange

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

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

Yash Matange

Shaq responds to Draymond Green's claim Warriors would 'destroy' him: 'I would have torn your a— up'

Has Draymond Green started another feud with an all-time NBA great?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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

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

Benyam Kidane

Warriors let minority owner who shoved Kyle Lowry in NBA Finals return to executive role

Figures around the NBA called for Mark Stevens to be banned from the league, but after a suspension and fine, he's been reinstated.

Dan Bernstein

OTD: Steph named unanimous MVP (2016)

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

NBA.com Staff

Stephen Curry and the 3: How both have changed the NBA

The Warriors point guard has sparked a change in the league's dynamics. Stats Perform uses its data to show how.

Tom Webber

Barkley scores career-high 56 PTS in 1994 playoffs

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

Benyam Kidane

Toronto: City of a Champion

What the Raptors' first NBA title in franchise history means to the city through the lens of Canadian Adnan Virk, former on-air host for Raptors TV and current host of DAZN's ChangeUp.

Adnan Virk

OTD: Curry named 2014-15 NBA MVP

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

Yash Matange

5 historic teams that deserve a documentary

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

Sergio Rabinal

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

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

Benyam Kidane

Building the most dominant team ever

73-9 and 72-10. The two best regular season teams of all-time are the 2015-16 Warriors and 1995-96 Bulls. If you could only take seven players from those teams in order to build the most dominant team ever, who would you pick? To remove bias, let's play a game of Blind Résumé to find out.

Leandro Fernández

Most exciting draft prospects

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

NBA.com Staff

Warriors in 'offseason mode,' Kerr says

"It feels like the offseason," Kerr said on a conference call with reporters.

Matt Becker

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

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

Micah Adams

NBA taking smallest step toward getting players back on court

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

Tom Gatto

Draymond Green rips Kevin Durant for Warriors attitude: 'Get the f— out of here'

Green appeared on the "ALL THE SMOKE" podcast to make his remarks.

Dan Bernstein

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

#NBALiveTogether: Curry drops 54 at MSG

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

Kane Pitman

SIDEKICK SEMIS: Kobe vs Kareem. Scottie vs Magic.

What is the best season by any sidekick? We picked 16 of the best throughout all of NBA history and seeded them 1-16. There can only be one winner which is why we need your help in sorting through the contenders one day at a time. Vote below on each matchup and by the end of the week, we'll crown a champion as determined by you, the fans!

Micah Adams

Curry creates COVID-19 resource guide

This past week Stephen Curry created a Covid-19 resource guide which includes highlights from Curry's interview with Dr. Anthony Fauci, links to the websites for the World Health Organization and much more. The two-time MVP says the guide will be updated consistently with the latest information available.

Yash Matange

VOTE NOW: Best seasons by sidekicks

What is the best season by any sidekick? We picked 16 of the best throughout all of NBA history and seeded them 1-16. There can only be one winner which is why we need your help in sorting through the contenders one day at a time. Vote below on each matchup and by the end of the week, we'll crown a champion as determined by you, the fans!

Micah Adams

VOTE NOW: Best seasons by sidekicks

What is the best season by any sidekick? We picked 16 of the best throughout all of NBA history and seeded them 1-16. There can only be one winner which is why we need your help in sorting through the contenders one day at a time. Vote below on each matchup and by the end of the week, we'll crown a champion as determined by you, the fans!

Micah Adams

What were the biggest keys to Game 6?

After the Warriors extended their season with an emotional Game 5 win, what did they need to do to again produce with their backs against the wall? What would it take for the Raptors to respond with another road win to capture the first title in franchise history?

Gilbert McGregor

How Warriors forced a Game 6 at Oracle

The Raptors led by six points with under three minutes remaining, but then shot 1-6 down the stretch as the Golden State Warriors fought back to force a Game 6.

Micah Adams

What went wrong for Raptors at end of Game 5

The Raptors led by six points with 3:28 to play in Game 5. Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson then caught fire while Toronto's offence went ice cold, paving the way for the Warriors to force a Game 6.

Scott Rafferty

Warriors' Stephen Curry jokes about dropping 60 on 'everybody'

"Quarantine done changed me, huh?" Curry told JaVale McGee on NBA Instagram Live.

Tom Gatto

Grading key players from Game 4

We take a look at how impactful some of the key players were after Game 4 of the 2019 NBA Finals.

Benyam Kidane

Raps Rewind: Game 4 takeaways

After Game 4's huge road win in Oakland, the Raptors were one win away from winning their first NBA championship thanks to huge performances from Kawhi Leonard and Serge Ibaka.

Scott Rafferty

Curry in awe of Kawhi after Game 4

The former Finals MVP's stellar Game 4 received a lot of appreciation from players and coaches in the postgame press conferences.

Yash Matange

Player reaction to Raps Game 4 win

"Toronto’s defense gives them a chance every night," Utah Jazz centre Rudy Gobert tweeted after Game 4. "Consistency wins..."

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Oracle Arena's best moments

Over 47 seasons, some of the biggest moments in NBA history have occurred at Oakland's Oracle Arena. The building was shut down at the end of the 2019 NBA Finals, but the memories live on.

Gilbert McGregor

How Klay Thompson's return impacts Raptors

One of the biggest storylines heading into a critical Game 4 was the return of Klay Thompson who missed Game 3 with a hamstring injury. We take a look at how big his return to the Golden State lineup would have been.

Micah Adams

Revisit keys to Game 4 of 2019 Finals

The Raptors have taken a 2-1 series lead and are just two wins away from their first NBA title in franchise history. Will Toronto keep their foot on the gas? Can the Warriors get healthy with one day off between Games 3 and 4? Let's revisit some of the keys ahead of the Raptors Rewind game on Friday night.

Gilbert McGregor

Raps showed championship resolve in Game 3

By not allowing the Warriors to truly get back into Game 3 of the 2019 Finals, the Raptors showed the poise and patience of a championship team. Over the course of the second half, the Raptors had 22 possessions in which the Warriors pulled within 10 points. They scored a whopping 33 points on those possessions for an offensive rating of 150.0, shooting 12-18 from the floor including 6-9 from beyond the 3-point line.

Micah Adams

How Raptors overcame Curry's historic game

A playoff and NBA Finals career-high 47 points from Stephen Curry wasn't enough as the Raptors stole Game 3 on the road to take a 2-1 series lead. Revisit an instant reaction from that game.

Kyle Irving

Revisit keys to Game 3

The Raptors almost found a way to win Game 2 despite a historic second-half lull. What did it take for them to get back on track as the series shifted to California?

Gilbert McGregor

VOTE NOW: Jordan vs LeBron? Kobe vs Magic?

Jordan and Pippen vs LeBron and D-Wade. Kobe and Shaq vs Magic and Kareem. The semifinals of our all-time 2-on-2 tourney features nothing but the absolute best of the best. But there can be only one winner which is why we need your help! Vote below and we'll be one step closer to crowning an all-time 2-on-2 tournament champion as determined by you, the fans!

Micah Adams

How Curry picked Raptors apart without touching the ball

Game 2 was yet another example of how Stephen Curry's value extends far beyond a traditional box score.

Scott Rafferty

How the Warriors tied up the Finals

The Warriors were able to take Game 2 on the road to even the NBA Finals at 1-1. Great team basketball, including 34 assists on 38 made baskets, resulted in big games from Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, Draymond Green and DeMarcus Cousins

Kyle Irving

Chris Paul addresses fake laugh at Steve Kerr, Stephen Curry's crossover during Instagram Live session

Why did Chris Paul fake laugh at Steve Kerr? The answer is actually pretty simple.

Jordan Greer

How VanVleet contained Curry in Game 1

Fred VanVleet received a lot of credit for making Stephen Curry work for his points in Game 1. How was he able to slow the two-time MVP down?

Scott Rafferty

Takeaways from first Finals win in Raptors history

Pascal Siakam scored a postseason career-high 32 points to lead the way while Danny Green seemingly emerged from his shooting slump. Relive the instant reaction to Toronto's historic win.

Gilbert McGregor

Relive Raps title run: previewing Finals

The championship run continues! On Tuesday, TSN and Sportsnet will air Game 1 of the 2019 NBA Finals between the Raptors and Warriors. We've got you covered with a comprehensive preview to help set the stage for reliving the series.

Micah Adams

VOTE NOW: The all-time 2-on-2 tourney continues

Durant vs Jordan. Duncan vs LeBron. Magic vs Bird. Russell vs Shaq. The quarterfinals of our all-time 2-on-2 tourney features some heavy-hitting battles which is why we need your help in sorting through the contenders. Vote below on each matchup and by the end of the week, we'll crown a mythical 2-on-2 tournament champion as determined by you, the fans!

Micah Adams

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

VOTE NOW: Best duos ever in 2-on-2 tourney

Which all-time duo would win a 2-on-2 tournament? We picked 16 of the best duos in NBA history and seeded them 1-16. There can only be one winner which is why we need your help in sorting through the contenders one day at a time. Vote below on each matchup and by the end of the week, we'll crown a mythical 2-on-2 tournament champion as determined by you, the fans!

Micah Adams

🎥 Best plays from Canada's stars

From Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to RJ Barrett to Tristan Thompson, check out some of the best plays from a number of Canada's biggest NBA stars in the 2019-20 season.

NBA.com Staff

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