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Four trends worthy of your attention

Also included: Brook Lopez's rim protection and Marcus Smart's greatly improved 3-point shooting.

Scott Rafferty

Wednesday TV Preview: Round 3 of the 76ers-Celtics rivalry this season

India has two NBA games set to be broadcasted on Wednesday. Game 1 is headlined by the renewed rivalry clash between the 76ers and Celtics while Game 2 has the defending champs hosting the Jazz.

Yash Matange

Kyrie's improvement summed up in one play

Kyrie Irving is known for his scoring, but he's made significant strides as a passer this season. One possession in Boston's recent game against the Lakers showed why it makes him a much scarier player.

Scott Rafferty

5 takeaways from the Lakers' road win over the Celtics

Rajon Rondo knocked down the game-winner as time expired to lead the Lakers to a huge road win over his former team

Kyle Irving

Friday TV Preview: LeBron faces Kyrie in historic Lakers-Celtics clash

India has two NBA games set to broadcasted on Friday. Game 1 has rivals the Lakers and the Celtics going head-to-head while Game 2 has the Blazers hosting the Spurs.

Yash Matange

The NBA's most valuable franchises in 2019

Forbes released their annual list of NBA franchise values, and the New York Knicks top the list.

Carlan Gay

Rising Stars Challenge rosters announced

Ben Simmons returns to the Mtn Dew Rising Stars Challenge, headlining a talented World Team, alongside Luka Doncic and Deandre Ayton.

Benyam Kidane

Wednesday Recap: Top performers & highlights

Wednesday's slate features eight games and a number of storylines to follow. Follow along throughout the day for box scores and the best highlights from each game.

NBA.com India Staff

Irving stars as Boston snap OKC's win streak

The Boston Celtics won their fourth game in a row, beating the Oklahoma City Thunder 134-129 at TD Garden.

Benyam Kidane

Saturday Roundup: Top performers & highlights

Saturday's five game slate included some marquee matchups including Kyrie Irving at the Garden and two of the best teams in the West going head to head.

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Thursday Roundup: Top performers & highlights

With eight games around the NBA on Thursday, there's plenty to keep an eye. Follow along here live for all your scores, highlights and top performers of the day.

NBA.com India Staff

Tuesday Roundup: Top performers & highlights

Today's slate features five games, a number of must-see match ups and major storylines. Follow along below for scores, highlights and stats from throughout the way.

NBA.com India Staff

Power Rankings: Do the Warriors rise to the top?

The Warriors perfect week kept them atop the rankings while teams inside the top-10 shuffled around. The Jazz and Nets continue to make a case to slide into a top-10 spot

Kyle Irving

5 takeaways from Warriors' statement win in Boston

The Warriors are riding an NBA-best 10-game win streak, including nine consecutive wins on the road after tonight's win over the Celtics

Kyle Irving

Will the Celtics continue to challenge the Warriors?

The Celtics are 3-3 against the Warriors in their last six meetings. They ride a 10-game home win streak going into Sunday's game while the Warriors have won eight straight on the road.

Kyle Irving

Game Preview: Potential Finals matchup in Boston

The two-time defending champs continue their road trip in Boston, in what could be a possible preview of the 2019 NBA Finals.

Yash Matange

Thursday Roundup: Top stories & highlights

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

NBA.com India Staff

Tuesday roundup: Top stories & highlights

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

NBA.com India Staff

Sunday roundup: Top stories & highlights

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

NBA.com India Staff

Saturday roundup: Top stories & highlights

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

NBA.com India Staff

Can Raptors figure out how to stop Kyrie?

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

Micah Adams

Can Raptors figure out how to stop Kyrie?

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

Micah Adams

Kyrie called LeBron to 'apologise' and discuss leadership

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

Benyam Kidane

Thursday Roundup: Top stories & higlights

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

NBA.com India Staff

Clutch Kyrie leads Celtics past Raptors

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

Kyle Irving

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

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

Yash Matange

NBA Tuesday Roundup: Top stories & highlights

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

NBA.com India Staff

PUMA releasing Player Exclusives, Danny Green debut coming soon

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

NBA.com India Staff

NBA Sunday Roundup: Top stories & highlights

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

NBA.com India Staff

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

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

Yash Matange

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

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

NBA.com Staff

Wade helps Heat hault Celtics' second half push in win

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

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

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

Yash Matange

NBA Thursday roundup: Top stories & highlights

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

NBA.com India Staff

NBA Tuesday Roundup: Top stories & highlights

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

NBA.com India Staff

Expert picks: All-Star starters in the East

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

NBA.com Staff

NBA Sunday Roundup - Top stories & highlights

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

NBA.com India Staff

NBA Saturday Roundup: Top stories & highlights

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

NBA.com India Staff

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

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

NBA.com India Staff

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

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

Benyam Kidane

The best of the best in 2018

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

Kyle Irving

Which new team took over the top spot?

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

Kyle Irving

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

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

NBA.com India Staff

Using blind resumes to choose All-Star starters

All-Star voting can be difficult, so we're removing the names of leading candidates and comparing their statistics to figure out who is most worthy of starting.

Scott Rafferty

Harden drops 45 in an MVP-worthy performance

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

Micah Adams

Friday's NBA scores and highlights

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

NBA.com Staff

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

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

NBA.com India Staff

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

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

Benyam Kidane

5 biggest scoring performances on Christmas Day

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

Carlan Gay

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

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

Kyle Irving

The biggest thing to watch in each Christmas matchup

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

Scott Rafferty

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

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

NBA.com India Staff

Celtics defeat Hornets, bouncing back after curious team meetings

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

Kyle Irving

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

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

NBA.com Staff

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

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

Micah Adams

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

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

NBA.com India Staff

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

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

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

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

NBA.com India Staff

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

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

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

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

NBA.com India Staff

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

LeBron defeats Wade to take their head-to-head series, the Warriors win in Draymond Green's return and the Celtics and Pacers continue to roll

NBA.com India Staff

Where did the Raptors fall? Who took their top spot?

The Warriors are rewarded for their perfect week, the Raptors slide down and the Mavericks and Celtics are on the move

Kyle Irving

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

Doncic leads a Mavericks comeback, the Celtics hand the Bulls their worst loss in franchise history and Dwyane Wade plays his 1000th career regular season game

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

Boston, Utah and Portland all picked up big wins on Thursday's three-game slate.

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Irving, Baynes injured in Celtics win

Aron Baynes left the game in the first quarter, while Kyrie saw the doctor in the fourth quarter after he came out of the game.

NBA.com India Staff

Game Preview: Knicks vs Celtics

In this Atlantic division clash, will the Knicks stun the Celtics a second successive time at the TD Garden or will Boston win their fourth straight game?

Yash Matange

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

The Detroit Pistons spoiled Steph Curry's return, while Gordon Hayward looked back to his best for the Celtics in their win over the Timberwolves.

Benyam Kidane

Around the NBA: JJJ stars, Houston are back, Boston rally

A hero was needed and a rookie delivered for the Grizzlies, while the Celtics and Rockets showed they're just fine.

James McKern

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

The Rockets dropped their 3rd straight game despite 54 and 13 from James Harden, the Pacers beat the Jazz in Utah by 33 while KD and Klay gave Warriors' their straight win.

Yash Matange

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

Thompson's game-winner and KD's 44 give Warriors another win, Sexton knocks off the Rockets and the Bucks close out a huge fourth quarter effort.

NBA.com India Staff

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

With 14 games on today, catch up on all the action around the NBA.

NBA.com India Staff

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

Two of the most dominant big men battled it out in Philly, Toronto stayed atop the East thanks to Kyle Lowry and Kemba Walker continued his hot streak.

NBA.com India Staff

Around the NBA: Tuesday's top highlights and storylines

Kemba Walker explodes to be the Celtics, the Clippers win their fifth straight and the Bucks beat the Nuggets in another close one

NBA.com India Staff

NBA news and highlights: Kemba scores 60 points, Mavs shock Warriors, Lakers lose to Magic

Kemba Walker piled on the points with a franchise-record 60 points in a loss to Philly, while the Lakers and Warriors both came up short on the road.

Benyam Kidane

Around the NBA: Kyrie leads Celtics, Sixers perfection, AD's blitz

Kyrie Irving was at his unstoppable best against the Raptors, Philadelphia kept their home record in tact and Anthony Davis exploded against the Knicks.

NBA.com India Staff

Kyrie was 'pretty peaceful' during 43-point performance against Raptors

Kyrie Irving said the zone he was in on Saturday was "pretty peaceful" as he exploded for 43 points in a win over the Raptors.

NBA.com India Staff

Five takeaways from Celtics thrilling OT win over Raptors

Kyrie Irving was incredible, posting 43 points and 11 assists as the Celtics down the Raptors in overtime.

Carlan Gay

Kyle Lowry critical of himself after Celtics loss

Kyle Lowry finished with 14 points on 3-for-12 shooting in Toronto's overtime loss to Boston on Saturday.

NBA.com India Staff

NBA news and highlights: Lakers stay hot, Magic play spoiler and Mavs dominate

The Lakers earned their fourth-straight win while the Mavericks earned a 50-point win over the Jazz.

NBA.com Staff

What to watch for on League Pass this week

The new-look Philadelphia 76ers will be appointment viewing this week as they welcome in All-Star Jimmy Butler following this weekend's blockbuster trade.

NBA.com India Staff

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

Harden goes for 40, the Bucks get another impressive road win and the Lakers win their third straight

NBA.com India Staff

Saturday's top highlights, performers and storylines

Gordon Hayward made his return to Utah, Nikola Jokic put together a monster double-double and Joel Embiid had another masterpiece.

Scott Rafferty

What if Gordon Hayward never left Utah?

Could the Jazz be a real title contender? Would Donovan Mitchell still be on track for stardom?

Scott Rafferty

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

The OKC Thunder extended their winning streak to 7 while the Bucks blewout the Warriors by 23 points at Oracle.

Yash Matange

Around the League: Tuesday's top highlights and performers

Catch up on all the day's NBA action, right here!

NBA.com India Staff

What to watch for on League Pass this week

The up-and-coming Nuggets' four games headline a week full of exciting games on NBA League Pass.

NBA.com India Staff

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

Joel Embiid vs. Andre Drummond, Victor Oladipo's game-winner, Trae Young's big night and more

NBA.com India Staff

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

From the Celtics knocking off the Bucks to De'Aaron Fox's career night and everything in between.

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

Kyrie Irving put in his best performance of the season, OKC found a new gear against the Clippers, while the Rockets' offensive headaches continue. Catch up on all the day's NBA action, right here!

NBA.com India Staff

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

The Bucks remain undefeated while the Pelicans and Pistons took their first loss and the Lakers fell short against the Spurs again

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

From Damian Lillard scoring 41 points to the Celtics pulling off an impressive comeback on the road, it was another fun day in the NBA.

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

Tuesday's slate had nine games highlighted by two overtime thrillers in Portland and Los Angeles.

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

Saturday's action included a nine game slate featuring some of the league's top teams and talent

NBA.com India Staff

Key takeaways: Celtics impress in season-opening win

Jayson Tatum impressed, Gordon Hayward returned and Ben Simmons dazzled. Inside the key takeaways from the first game of the regular season.

Micah Adams

The NBA is back: top storylines for first 2 games

The return of Gordon Hayward and Kyrie Irving. The mystique of Markelle Fultz. Ring night for the defending champs. Year 2 of the Westbrook-PG13 era in OKC. With all of that and so much more, the first two games of the 2018-19 NBA season offers up plenty to get excited about.

NBA.com India Staff

Previewing all 30 NBA teams

Wins projections, biggest additions and subtractions, top storylines and must-see games. To get you ready for the start of the season, we previewed all 30 teams from across the NBA.

NBA.com India Staff

Top things we learned from the NBA preseason

With the start of the regular season just around the corner, these are the major lessons we learned from the NBA preseason.

NBA.com India Staff

30 teams in 30 days: Boston Celtics

Will the Celtics live up to the hype and take over the Eastern Conference?

Kyle Irving

Which team will take advantage of LeBron leaving the East?

The route to the NBA Finals in the Eastern Conference sits vacant following LeBron's move to the Los Angeles Lakers. Which team will take advantage?

Josh Eberley

Every game you need to watch this preseason

The NBA preseason kicks off Friday, Sept. 28 and concludes on Friday, Oct. 12.

Kyle Irving

Sixers, Hornets open preseason with wins

Big nights from the Sixers young stars resulted in a win over Melbourne United while Jeremy Lamb and rookie Miles Bridges sparked a Hornets comeback win over Kyrie Irving, Gordon Hayward and the Celtics.

Gilbert McGregor

Five things to watch in tonight's preseason games

From Ben Simmons' jump shot to Gordon Hayward's return to the Celtics.

Scott Rafferty

Blogtable: What (or who) will you be watching during early part of season?

Is it how Kawhi Leonard looks in Toronto or the start of the LeBron James era in Los Angeles?

NBA.com Staff

Atlantic Division: The biggest move each team made this offseason

The Celtics, Raptors and 76ers have their sights set on winning the East while bright futures are shifting into focus for both New York teams.

Micah Adams

Rivalries headline opening night of NBA season

Philadelphia at Boston followed by Oklahoma City at Golden State.

Scott Rafferty

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