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Countries to have hosted NBA preseason games

Over 15 countries have hosted preseason games between NBA teams with China hosting the most with 25.

Yash Matange

On this date: USA Basketball name Dream Team

On Sep. 21 in 1991, USA Basketball announced 10 of the eventual 12 players on the 'Dream Team' for the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona. The duo of Christian Laettner and Clyde Drexler were added to the team later on May 12, 1992.

Yash Matange

Will Jason Kidd work in Dallas?

The savvy former guard looks to bring his Hall of Fame expertise to Dallas.

Steve Aschburner

Is health the only thing that can slow Nets down?

The Nets will enter the 2021-22 season as the favourite to win the championship. Already boasting a star-studded roster, Brooklyn made several key additions over the offseason. Is health the only thing that can slow them down?

Kane Pitman

Lakers, Nets stacking All-Star talent at historic level

The Los Angeles Lakers and Brooklyn Nets enter the 2021-22 season with a combined 101 All-Star appearances, making them two of the top three most All-Star laden teams in NBA history.

Benyam Kidane

Will experience push Lakers to top of West?

L.A. is leaning on a loaded roster of accomplished vets as it enters a pivotal season.

Steve Aschburner

Can Suns make return trip to The Finals?

With a trio of stars leading the way and solid depth, Phoenix isn't likely to backpedal this season.

Steve Aschburner

Our picks for this season's Most Improved Player

Ahead of training camp, our NBA.com Staff gives their predictions for who will be named the league's Most Improved Player in the 2021-22 season.

NBA.com Staff

Who are the NBA's youngest players?

18-year-old Josh Primo, the No. 12 overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, enters the season as the league's youngest player.

NBA.com Staff

A new era begins for the Spurs

A transformative offseason marks the start of a new era for the Spurs, who enter the 2021-22 season with one of the youngest rosters in the league.

Scott Rafferty

How soon can LBJ pass Kareem on all-time scoring list?

LeBron James enters his 19th season in the league in third spot on the all-time scorers list. Still trailing Karl Malone and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, how soon could James potentially take top spot on the list?

Kane Pitman

What to make of the new-look Wizards

The Washington Wizards have overhauled their roster this offseason thanks to the Russell Westbrook trade. Bringing in a number of veteran role players the Wizards are suddenly one of the deepest teams in the Eastern Conference, but are they in the race for the postseason?

Kane Pitman

Are retooled Wizards ready to take next step?

A lot of new faces in Washington, including a new first-year head coach, surround a veteran franchise superstar in Bradley Beal. Can the retooled Wizards make some noise in the East this season?

Yash Matange

Is Brooklyn the team to beat?

Brooklyn's star trio and deep roster of scorers and role players give it a serious shot to win the East in 2021-22.

Steve Aschburner

Fact or Fiction: Pressing storylines facing 76ers

The 76ers owned the Eastern Conference's best record a season ago, but with another shortcoming in the playoffs and lingering questions surrounding the team's two superstars, where do they stand heading into the 2021-22 season? Our NBA.com Staff plays a game of Fact or Fiction to analyze some of the most pressing topics.

NBA.com Staff

Is there precedent for this Lakers roster?

The Los Angeles Lakers are all in. Acquiring one of the oldest rosters in recent memory, the Lakers are hoping to win their second title in three seasons. How has this approach worked in the past and are there similarities between this version of the Lakers and recent squads?

Kane Pitman

Does Lowry addition make Miami better?

The hard-nosed veteran point guard will play a key role in the Heat's win-now mission.

Steve Aschburner

Are the 76ers real contenders this season?

After finishing with the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference last season, the 76ers couldn't translate their form into playoff success. Now with Ben Simmons' future up in the air, the front office has some big decisions to make as they look to keep their championship window alive.

Benyam Kidane

Simmons among players primed for bounce-back season

Coming off down years for their standards, the new NBA season is a fresh start for several players to find their way back to previous heights. We take a look at seven bounce-back candidates, headlined by Ben Simmons, Pascal Siakam and Kristaps Porzingis.

Benyam Kidane

Teams primed to surprise in 2021-22

The Raptors and Hornets are two of the teams our NBA.com Staff believe could be better than expected in the upcoming NBA season.

NBA.com Staff

Will the Suns get back to the NBA Finals?

After falling in the NBA Finals, the Suns have lofty expectations to live up to heading into the 2021-22 NBA season. Can Chris Paul and Devin Booker elevate their team and get back to the Finals for the second-consecutive season? Or will the near-championship hangover get the best of Phoenix?

Kyle Irving

Booker's playoff debut will leave hunger for Finals return

47 points to close out LeBron James and the defending champion Lakers to win his first playoff series. 34 points to cap off a sweep of the Nuggets and league MVP Nikola Jokic. His first-career triple-double to earn a win in his Conference Finals debut. Back-to-back 40-point games in the NBA Finals. The most total points in a playoff debut in NBA history. Devin Booker's breakout postseason may have come up short of the ultimate goal, but the 24-year-old is destined for even more greatness moving forward.

Kyle Irving

On This Date: LBJ breaks record for most All-NBA selections

By being voted to the All-NBA First Team for the 2019-20 season, James received his 16th All-NBA selection. That broke a tie with legends such as Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Tim Duncan and Kobe Bryant for the most All-NBA selections in NBA history and propelled the King to the top of the leaderboard.

Yash Matange

What will be Bucks' biggest challenge?

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the defending champs have high expectations this season, but their path will look different.

Steve Aschburner

Memorable moments from NBA's restart in Orlando

In recent times, August and September have been the quietest months on the NBA calendar. However, that wasn't the case in the COVID-19-impacted 2019-20 season. Here's a look at some of the most memorable moments from the NBA restart in the Orlando bubble.

Yash Matange

Can the Jazz contend for a title in 2022?

Last season, Utah finished atop the league with a 52-20 record. After an early postseason elimination in 2021, what can the Jazz do to end as the last team standing in 2022?

Gilbert McGregor

Potential trade destinations John Wall

According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, Wall and the Rockets have "agreed on working together to find a new home for the five-time All-Star." Wall appeared in 40 games last season and will likely look to join a contending team, but which teams are in a position to pursue the five-time All-Star?

Benyam Kidane

Kareem 'excited' for LeBron to break scoring record

LeBron James is currently 3,020 points behind Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on the NBA's all-time scoring list and could break the record in the 2022-23 season.

Benyam Kidane

On This Date: Nuggets make history with 3-1 comeback

Denver became one of three franchises (Boston, Houston) to record multiple 3-1 series comebacks, however, the Nuggets set themselves apart by doing so in the same postseason (2020) having also beaten the Utah Jazz in the first round after being down 3-1.

Yash Matange

Report: Gordon agrees to four-year extension with Nuggets

According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, Aaron Gordon has agreed to a four-year extension with the Nuggets that includes a player option on the 2025-26 season.

Gilbert McGregor

Report: Rockets seeking new home for Wall

John Wall is coming off of a season in which he averaged 20.6 points, 6.9 assists, 3.2 rebounds and 1.1 steals per game with the Rockets.

Scott Rafferty

G League Ignite Showcase Cup schedule set

The G League Ignite are set to play 14 games for the NBA G League Showcase Cup championship.

Official Release

2021-22 G League season to feature innovative new format

The NBA G League today announced a new innovative format to its season structure featuring both a 36-game regular season and an expanded Showcase Cup, a 14-game tournament which begins on Friday, Nov. 5 and then concludes at the annual NBA G League Winter Showcase from Dec. 19-22.

Official Release

Are Lakers-Nets destined to meet in Finals?

Ever so often, there comes an NBA season when the two finalists from each conference appear to be a lock. Heading into the 2021-22 season the Lakers and Nets are giving off that aura. Coming off their spectacular offseasons, they look set to emerge out of their respective conferences and contend for the title in the 2022 NBA Finals.

Yash Matange

Who will win 2021-22 Rookie of the Year?

The 2021 NBA Draft class boasts several players with superstar potential, but which player will hit the ground running in their rookie season? Our NBA.com Staff give us their early predictions for Rookie of the Year.

NBA.com Staff

Running diary: 2021 Hall of Fame enshrinement

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame welcomes 16 new members as part of the Class of 2021, a group headlined by Chris Bosh, Toni Kukoc, Paul Pierce, Ben Wallace, Chris Webber, Yolanda Griffith and Lauren Jackson. Follow below for updates throughout the ceremony.

NBA.com Staff

First-time Hall of Fame eligible players in 2022

Paul Pierce and Chris Bosh were both honoured as first-ballot Hall of Famers in the Class of 2021, but who are the players that will be first-time eligible in the Class of 2022?

NBA.com Staff

Takeaways from the 2021 HOF enshrinement ceremony

With some of the legends of the game coming together for the 2021 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame ceremony, the stories were endless and the highlights kept flooding on through. While we have undoubtedly left some great moments out, here are some of the fun takeaways from the night celebrating the class of 2021.

Kane Pitman

NBA, WNBA community react on Twitter to HOF

NBA and WNBA players, past and present, took to Twitter to celebrate the iconic 2021 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame class.

NBA.com Staff

Chris Bosh enshrined in HOF

The two-time NBA champion, 11-time All-Star and Olympic gold medalist takes his place in Springfield after being enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

Benyam Kidane

HOF class of 2021 receives iconic orange jackets

In what has become tradition, the Hall of Fame class of 2021 have received their iconic orange jackets on the eve of the enshrinement ceremony. Catch up on some of the fun as the anticipation builds for the main event in Springfield.

NBA.com Staff

The best games from the HOF class of 2021

With the Hall of Fame enshrinement ceremony here, let's take a look back at the incredible individual performances and best games from some of the inductees.

NBA.com Staff

Big Ben describes going undrafted as a blessing

Detroit Pistons legend Ben Wallace is to be enshrined in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame this weekend. One of the great success stories in the game, Wallace went undrafted in 1996 before becoming one of the most dominant defensive forces the game has seen. Wallace now describes going undrafted as a blessing.

Kane Pitman

Reflecting on 9/11: A brother, his family and Jordan

Shaun Powell shares how a meeting with Michael Jordan helped his family heal after his brother died on Sept. 11.

Shaun Powell

Report: Gasol traded to Grizzlies, will be waived

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Lakers have traded Marc Gasol and a second-round pick to the Grizzlies for the draft rights to Wang Zhelin.

Kyle Irving

When is the 2021 Basketball Hall of Fame Ceremony?

The 16-member Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2021 will be enshrined in Springfield, MA on Saturday, Sept. 11.

NBA.com Staff

Wallace's journey to HOF is like no other

Ben Wallace will become the first undrafted player ever to be enshrined at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in September.

Benyam Kidane

Age profiles for each team entering 2021-22 NBA season

As NBA season tip-off fast approaches, rosters are largely in place. With that in mind, let's take a look at the age profiles for each team heading into the 2021-22 season.

NBA.com Staff

Jordan excited to work with Lakers big men

The Lakers introduced DeAndre Jordan to the media after signing the big man to add to their veteran roster. Jordan is excited to get to work with LeBron James and the other Lakers stars, with the big man rotation set to be locked in a battle for minutes throughout the season.

NBA.com Staff

Injury woes continue to trouble Pacers

The Indiana Pacers are perennially around the postseason mark in the Eastern Conference and yet always sit outside the top list of contenders. Given their injury history, perhaps the franchise deserves a little more credit for their regular season consistency.

Kane Pitman

Complete list of 2K cover athletes

From Allen Iverson in 1999 to Luka Doncic in 2021, the NBA 2K video game series has tabbed some of the league's brightest stars and biggest legends as its cover athlete. Below, find a complete list of every cover athlete for every major console edition of the game.

NBA.com Staff

List of Naismith and FIBA Hall of Famers

Only 26 players and 14 coaches have both been inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball of Fame and the FIBA Hall of Fame.

Yash Matange

Everything to know about the Hall of Fame Class of 2021

The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame will officially welcome the Class of 2021 when they are inducted on Saturday, Sept. 11 in Springfield, MA. This class is star-studded across the board and is headlined by five players in Chris Bosh, Yolanda Griffith, Lauren Jackson, Paul Pierce, Ben Wallace and Chris Webber, while Rick Adelman and Bill Russell will be inducted for their achievements as coaches. In preparation for their enshrinement, NBA.com has taken time to look back on each of their storied careers, weaving their narratives with the overarching stories of the leagues in which they were able to make an indelible impact. Find all you need to know about the upcoming Hall of Fame ceremonies, complete with stories on each member of the Class of 2021.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA 2K22 reveals new features for MyNBA

2K revealed an in-depth look at the updates coming to MyNBA in NBA 2K22, including the all-new MySTAFF, Prep Hub, attributes and badges, and more.

NBA.com Staff

Ranking the NBA's 30 head coaches

With the start of training camp just weeks away, our NBA.com Staff ranked the 30 best coaches in the NBA. Was it Erik Spoelstra, Nick Nurse or Monty Williams who claimed the top spot?

Benyam Kidane

WNBA unveils 25 greatest players of all time

To commemorate the league's 25th Anniversary, the WNBA announced it's 25 greatest and most influential players in league history, featuring 10 current players.

Benyam Kidane

OTD: LeBron becomes winningest player in playoff history

Along with wins, James is also the all-time leader in NBA playoff history for games played (266) and career points (7631). He ranks second all-time in assists (1919) and triple-doubles (28).

Yash Matange

🎥 Doncic's 10 best dimes of the season

Celebrate #NBAAssistWeek by checking out the 10 best dimes from Luka Doncic in the 2020-21 season — some of which will leave your jaw on the floor.

Benyam Kidane

NBA players with multiple retired jerseys

In NBA history, a total of 13 players have had their jerseys retired by multiple teams. Of the 13, Hall of Famers Wilt Chamberlain and Pete Maravich lead the way, having had their jerseys retired by three different franchises.

Yash Matange

Every retired jersey by ever team in NBA history

In NBA's 75th anniversary season, the trio of Kevin Garnett (Boston Celtics), Tony Allen and Zach Randolph (Memphis Grizzlies) will join the list of NBA legends to have their jerseys retired. Here's a comprehensive look into every other retired jersey in NBA history.

Leandro Fernández

LeBron passes Fisher for most playoff wins ever

LeBron James, the only active player at least in the top 25 of this list, sits at the top of the leaderboard with 174 wins.

Yash Matange

Paul Pierce's most legendary moments

With Paul Pierce set to be enshrined at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, our NBA.com Staff looks back at The Truth's most iconic moments from a legendary career.

NBA.com Staff

Ben Wallace's most legendary moments

As Ben Wallace gets set to be inducted into The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on Sept. 11, our NBA.com Staff recalls their favourite moments of the four-time Defensive Player of the Year's career.

NBA.com Staff

Doncic, 2K Foundations refurbish local courts in Slovenia

The Dallas Mavericks star is giving back to his hometown of Ljubljana, Slovenia, refurbishing the basketball courts he grew up playing on.

Benyam Kidane

How the NBA's contenders were built

The draft, free agency and trades and the avenues to building a contender. Not every team is constructed the same way. Ahead of the 2021-22 season, take a look at some of the contenders around the NBA and how they have priced their roster together.

Kane Pitman

Report: DeAndre Jordan intends on signing with Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers appear to be locking up another veteran big man. ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski has reported that DeAndre Jordan intends on signing with the Lakers once a buyout is arranged with the Detroit Pistons.

NBA.com Staff

Who are the NBA's oldest players?

Udonis Haslem, who is returning to the Heat for a 19th season, enters the upcoming season at 41 years old.

NBA.com Staff

Chris Webber's most legendary moments

As Chris Webber gets set to be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on Sept. 11, our NBA.com Staff recalls their favourite moments of the legendary Sacramento Kings big man.

NBA.com Staff

Chris Bosh's most legendary moments

Ahead of Chris Bosh's induction into The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, our NBA.com Staff shares their favourite moments from his incredible career.

NBA.com Staff

Taking a look at the Lakers big man rotation

With the addition of DeAndre Jordan to come, the Los Angeles Lakers will enter the 2021-22 season with the most experienced center rotation in the league. Jordan joins Marc Gasol and Dwight Howard on the roster, so how will the rotation shake out?

Kane Pitman

Report: Aldridge to sign with Nets

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, LaMarcus Aldridge will sign a one-year deal with the Nets for the upcoming season. The 36-year-old was recently cleared for basketball activity after retiring during the 2020-21 season due to a heart condition.

Gilbert McGregor

Full list of female assistant coaches in 2021-22

For the NBA's 2021-22 season, there are seven women on coaching staffs. Entering her eighth season with the San Antonio Spurs, Becky Hammon is the longest-serving female assistant coach in NBA history.

Yash Matange

Are the Lakers too old to win the title?

The Los Angeles Lakers have constructed one of the most curious rosters in the league. Filled with big names, the Lakers enter 2021-22 as the oldest team in the NBA by average age. How old is too old? Can LeBron James and the Lakers create history?

Kane Pitman

Simmons, the Sixers, and the tough road to a title

Philadelphia's hopes of winning an NBA Championship have been tied to Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid for the last four seasons. With reports suggesting Simmons may be on the way out, what's next for the Sixers and how did we get here?

Kane Pitman

Every female assistant coach in NBA history

In NBA history, there have been 15 women to have served as assistant coaches. Of the 15, seven are currently with the NBA teams for the landmark 75th anniversary season led by Becky Hammon, who is the longest-serving female assistant coach in NBA history

Yash Matange

NBA: Vaccinated players won’t need regular tests

Those who are not fully vaccinated will need to be tested on all days involving practice, travel or games.

NBA.com Staff

Report: Nets add another former All-Star

Paul Millsap has career averages of 13.7 points, 7.2 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.0 blocks per game. He's earned four All-Star selections, as well as one All-Defensive Second Team selection.

Scott Rafferty

Most exciting teams, players in NBA 2K22

With the release of NBA 2K22 almost upon us, our NBA.com Staff discusses which teams and players they're most looking forward to using in the newest edition of the world's best-selling basketball video game.

NBA.com Staff

Can Embiid and Simmons make it work?

Amidst Ben Simmons trade rumours, Joel Embiid took to Twitter to declare his affinity for playing alongside his teammate of four years. A closer look at the numbers shows that the duo has more pinnacles to reach, if they can figure things out.

Gilbert McGregor

Knicks depth chart for 2021-22 season

The Knicks' offseason has been headlined by the additions of Kemba Walker and Evan Fournier, along with four intriguing draft picks. How do those moves impact the team's depth chart?

Benyam Kidane

Randolph and Allen to have jerseys retired

Zach Randolph (No. 50) and Tony Allen (No. 9) will have their jerseys sent into the rafters at FedEx Forum in December and January respectively.

Benyam Kidane

Report: Capela agrees to extension with Hawks

Clint Capela and the Hawks have reportedly agree to a two-year extension to keep the big man in Atlanta through the 2024-2025 season. Capela, a key part of the Hawks success last season, has built a great rapport with star guard Trae Young.

Carlan Gay

Report: Simmons wants out of Philly

According to Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer, three-time All-Star Ben Simmons informed the franchise in a meeting last week that he "no longer wants to remain a Sixer."

Scott Rafferty

NBA 2K22 trailer, updated gameplay revealed

The release date of NBA 2K22 is drawing near, set for Sept. 10. Just over a week away, NBA 2K has revealed the trailer for the latest game, as well as some updated gameplay innovations from last year's edition.

NBA.com Staff

Report: Rondo set to sign with Lakers

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, Rajon Rondo plans to sign a one-year deal with the Lakers upon clearing waivers. The 35-year-old averaged 5.4 points and 4.4 assists over 45 games with the Hawks and Clippers in the 2020-21 season.

Gilbert McGregor

Revisiting the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History

Ahead of the 1996-97 NBA season, the NBA celebrated its 50th season with the 50 Greatest Players in NBA history. As we gear up for a new list 25 years later, take a look back through the last all-time list and make note of a few interesting facts from the selected players.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA Academy Program: 4 Indians named among standouts

Four of the five Indians, that were part of the NBA Academy Women's Virtual Program, made their way to the list of standouts. The duo of Parnika Srivastava and Sunishka Karthik were featured under two categories of 'Most Engaged' and 'Perfect Attendance'.

Yash Matange

OTD: Murray's epic 50 helps force Game 7

This was Jamal Murray's second 50-point performance in three games, making him only the fourth player after Michael Jordan, Allen Iverson and Donovan Mitchell (earlier in the series) to score 50 or more twice in a single series.

Yash Matange

Candace Parker stars in Sky's big win vs. Storm

Former two-time league MVP Candace Parker was the game's leading scorer with 25 points as the Chicago Sky recorded a 32-point victory over the reigning WNBA champions in the Seattle Storm. The 25 points are a season-high for Parker while the 32-point margin of victory is a franchise record.

Yash Matange

Harden says healthy Nets will be 'scary'

Injuries halted the Brooklyn Nets' championship hopes last season, but with their Big 3 healthy, James Harden believes they have every right to be the favourites to win the title in 2021-22.

Benyam Kidane

Monroe to open basketball-specialized high school

Earl Monroe is giving back to New York City, where he won a championship in 1973.

Brauna Marks

Candidates emerging for final Lakers spots

The Lakers have once again been one of the most active teams this offseason, but there remains a couple of roster spots available, which are garnering a lot of interest. Here's a look at the latest reports and rumours surrounding the Lakers' final few roster spots.

NBA.com Staff

NBA announces required vaccinations for referees

The NBA announced today that it has reached an agreement with the National Basketball Referees Association requiring vaccinations for all referees working NBA games during the 2021-22 season.

Official Release

Report: Love not interested in buyout

Kevin Love signed a four-year extension with the Cavaliers in 2018, leaving two more years on his current contract.

Scott Rafferty

Report: Cavaliers to land Markkanen in sign-and-trade

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Cavaliers are acquiring restricted free agent Lauri Markkanen from the Bulls in a sign-and-trade that also involves the Trail Blazers.

Scott Rafferty

2k22 unveils enhanced features for The W

WNBA fans can get ready to take their 2k play to the next level, with the game franchise unveiling a host of new features for The W! Get ready for more online play and off-day workouts as the WNBA levels up on the gaming platform.

NBA.com Staff

Curry launching fund for Davidson's female athletes

In addition to financial support, the Curry Family Women’s Athletics Initiative aims to unlock the full potential of women scholar-athletes

NBA.com Staff

Winningest players in NBA history

LeBron James, who ranks eighth all-time with 869 wins out of 1,310 games played entering the 2021-22 season, is the only active player among the 10 most winningest players in NBA regular season history.

Yash Matange

Mills discusses comfortable conversation with Pop

Patty Mills and Gregg Popovich will always be connected by the San Antonio Spurs franchise. Together for a decade, the pair shared a championship in 2014. During his introductory press conference with the Nets, Mills opened up about the conversation he had with his coach and friend.

Kane Pitman

Mills excited to get to work in Brooklyn

Navigating an Olympic campaign and free agency may not have been easy for Patty Mills but it certainly was successful. The Australian guard secured a historic bronze medal with the Boomers while inking a deal with the Brooklyn Nets. Now he turns his attention to chasing a second NBA ring in new surroundings.

Kane Pitman

Which guard could break DPOY drought?

The last guard to win the Defensive Player of the Year award was Gary Payton in 1995-96. Which players are in the mix and are we any closer to breaking the drought when it comes to a guard taking home the trophy?

Kane Pitman

10 superstar matchups to watch

The NBA schedule is back to 82 games, which means more superstar matchups to circle on your calendar. Take a look at a compilation of 10 superstar battles to watch out for during the regular season.

Yash Matange

Who are the members of the NBA's 50-40-90 club?

The incredible shooting accomplishment of shooting at least 50 percent from the field, 40 percent from beyond the 3-point line and 90 percent from the free throw line has been achieved 13 times by nine different players in NBA history.

Yash Matange

NBA career leaders in games played

Hall of Famer and four-time NBA Champion Robert Parish sits atop the leaderboard for the most regular season games played in NBA history. Prior to the 2021-22 season, LeBron James is the highest-ranked active player at 19th with 1,310 games played.

Yash Matange

JR Smith cleared by NCAA to compete in collegiate golf

The 35-year-old has been granted an approval by the NCAA to play golf for North Carolina A&T University, an HCBU. “It was probably one of the most exciting feelings I’ve had in a while,” J.R. Smith said in an exclusive interview to The Undefeated.

Yash Matange

Budenholzer, Bucks agree to three-year extension

The Milwaukee Bucks and Mike Budenholzer have come to terms on a three-year extension. Budenholzer led the Bucks to their first championship in 50 years in his third year with the team. The first two seasons Milwaukee held the best record in the NBA, with Budenholzer winning Coach of the Year in 2019.

Kane Pitman

Players with multiple 60-point games in NBA history

Only six players in NBA history have scored at least 60 points more than once. The duo of James Harden and Damian Lillard are the only active players among those six.

Yash Matange

NBA community pay tribute to Kobe on his birthday

The 23rd of August is the birthday of Los Angles Lakers legend, Kobe Bryant. Players from around the NBA, past and present moved to twitter to send Happy Birthday messages to the much loved superstar.

NBA.com Staff

Richardson agrees to terms on extension in Boston

The Boston Celtics have reportedly secured Josh Richardson's services through the 2023 season, with the 27-year-old agreeing to terms on a one-year extension according to Shams Charania from The Athletic. Boston will be the fourth team in four years for Richardson, with the guard looking to lock down a key role with the Celtics.

Kane Pitman

On this date: Mitchell & Murray's epic 50-point duel

Donovan Mitchell scored 51 points, helping the Jazz overcome Jamal Murray's 50-piece and win the hard-fought contest 129-127. It was the first time in NBA playoff history that opposing players had scored at least 50 in the same game.

Yash Matange

What we learned from the opening week schedule

The Luka Doncic and Trae Young rivalry takes centre stage, while the Phoenix Suns have become a national television darling.

Benyam Kidane

Deep-dive & breakdown of NBA's 2021-22 schedule

Two-game series aren't going anywhere, while one-game road trips were cut down even more as the league prioritizes player rest.

John Schuhmann

Three landing spots for Rondo if he receives a buyout

After being traded to the Memphis Grizzlies, its unclear if Rajon Rondo will be on their roster on opening night, paving the way for contending teams to swoop if he receives a buyout.

Benyam Kidane

Can't-miss rookie matchups in 2021-22

NBA Summer League serves as a nice appetizer, but nothing compares to the first time we get to see rookies go head-to-head in the regular season. Here are the matchups to circle on your calendar.

Kyle Irving

Giannis and LeBron headline 12-game MLK Day schedule

MLK Day is one of the biggest on the regular season calendar. In 2022, there are 12 games on the schedule, as the NBA comes together to celebrate the legacy and share the message of Martin Luther King Jr. Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James are just two of the superstars who will take the floor on MLK Day on January 17th.

NBA.com Staff

NBA's notable unbreakable records

'Records are meant to be broken.' Well, not every time. Every now and then, legends come around and set benchmarks that nobody else comes close to, let alone surpassing.

Yash Matange

Way too early League Pass rankings

We all do it, we all spend hours flicking through games, trying to find the ideal matchup to keep an eye on. While this list is admittedly way too early, here are the top ten teams to watch on NBA League Pass when the season rolls around!

Kane Pitman

Celtics plan to put KG's jersey in the rafters

With the 2021-22 schedule release, the Boston Celtics have announced their plans to retire Kevin Garnett's jersey. KG spent six seasons in Boston, making five All-Star appearances in that time and playing a star role on the 2008 championship winning squad.

Kane Pitman

Lowry headlines 'return games' in 2021-22

The matchups on the league's marquee days such as Opening Week, Christmas Day and MLK Day obviously steal the spotlight, and rightfully so but there are plenty of storylines from the offseason that make for other interesting dates to be marked as well. Following are four return matchups to circle on the calendar.

Yash Matange

KD, Draymond discuss what led to end of Warriors dynasty

Teammates for two NBA titles and two Olympic golds, Kevin Duant sat down with Draymond Green to discuss an array of topics, ranging from their time in Golden State, the end of that era and the free agency decisions made throughout Durant's career.

Gilbert McGregor

LeBron responds to not being voted best player

A panel of 10 NBA scouts and executives voted Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kevin Durant as the best players in the NBA heading into the 2021-22 season in an ESPN poll, prompting LeBron James to take to Twitter to respond.

NBA.com Staff

WNBA star Toliver to join Mavs coaching staff

The Dallas Mavericks are reportedly making a key addition to their coaching staff, with WNBA star Kristi Toliver becoming an assistant coach under Jason Kidd. Toliver, who is playing for the LA Sparks is a two-time Champion and has spent time previously with the Washington Wizards.

Kane Pitman

JET announced as head coach of Grand Rapids Gold

The Grand Rapids Gold officially have a head coach. The new G League identity has announced the hiring of longtime NBA veteran Jason Terry. After one year coaching in college basketball, Terry returns to lead the new Denver Nuggets affiliate as the G League attempts to tip-off a normal schedule after an interrupted two seasons.

Kane Pitman

What does Rozier's extension mean for Charlotte?

The Charlotte Hornets emerged as one of the must see teams in 2020-21, with the backcourt of LaMelo Ball and Terry Rozier producing excellent seasons. Shams Charania of The Athletic has reported that Rozier has agreed to a four-year extension with the team, extending the duo's time together in Buzz City.

Kane Pitman

10 rookies who had a breakout Summer League

NBA Summer League is highlighted by the opportunity to see the top picks in their first NBA action, but there are always a few under-the-radar rookies who have breakout performances, showing promise for the upcoming season. Here are 10 rookies who made the most of their opportunity in Las Vegas.

Kyle Irving

2021-22 odds for MVP, ROY and MIP

For the second year in a row, Luka Doncic enters the season as the favourite to win Most Valuable Player of the Year, while Canadian Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the favourite to win most Improved Player of the Year.

NBA.com Staff

Best players, shooters, dunkers in 2K22

NBA 2K22 ratings are being revealed ahead of the game's release date on September 10, 2021. Who are the highest rated NBA and WNBA players, as well as the highest rated dunkers and 3-point shooters?

Scott Rafferty

Opening night highlights offseason of change

There's nothing like opening the season with a set of postseason rematches, though things will look different than they did in the spring. How different? Busy offseasons for all four teams involved will make for new-look rematches on opening night.

Gilbert McGregor

What to watch for in Opening Week national TV games

The NBA has announced its Opening Week national television schedule for the 2021-22 season and there is no shortage of star power. The eight games feature 12 different teams, including the last eight players to win MVP and three matchups from last year's playoffs.

Kyle Irving

2021 Christmas Day schedule revealed

The 2021 Christmas Day schedule consists of five games, headlined by a showdown between the Lakers and Nets, a playoff rematch between the Hawks and Knicks and a showdown between the Celtics and Bucks.

Gilbert McGregor

Kings crowned Summer League champions

The Sacramento Kings become the first team in NBA history to win multiple Summer League championships after a comfortable 100-67 win over the Boston Celtics in the championship game.

Benyam Kidane

Breakout performers on final day of Summer League

The final day of the 2021 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas saw 14 teams take the floor, capped off by the championship game. Stay up to date with the breakout performers, top storylines, highlights, scores from Day 10

Yash Matange

Princepal wins NBA Summer League title with Kings

Princepal Singh, by being part of the Sacramento Kings' squad that went on to win the 2021 NBA Summer League, made NBA history yet again. This makes him the first Indian in NBA history to be part of a championship roster at any level of the NBA.

Yash Matange

Soundsystem: Schedule release reactions

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty break down the latest topics in the NBA and beyond on the LIVE edition of NBA Soundsystem.

NBA.com Staff

Report: Grizzlies trading Beverley for Culver, Hernangomez

The Grizzlies acquired Patrick Beverley in addition to Rajon Rondo and Daniel Oturu from the Clippers for Eric Bledsoe the day prior to Adrian Wojnarowski's report.

Scott Rafferty

What to watch: Final day of Summer League

The 2021 NBA Summer League comes to a close in Las Vegas, with six games of action leading up to the Summer League Championship between the Celtics and Kings. Take a look at some things to watch for on the final day of the summer exhibition.

Kyle Irving

Report: Embiid to sign supermax extension

According to ESPN's Ramona Shelburne and Adrian Wojnarowski, Joel Embiid is finalizing a four-year contract extension worth $196 million that will keep him with the 76ers through the 2026-27 season.

Gilbert McGregor

Who should play on opening night?

Traditionally, opening night consists of two games, one of which features the defending NBA champions, who receive their championship rings and raise their banner against a notable foe. Based on that premise, our NBA.com staff dishes out their picks for who they'd like to see face off on the first night of the NBA season.

NBA.com Staff

Our dream Christmas Day matchups

A marquee date on the NBA's schedule, Christmas Day has recently consisted of a five-game slate of must-see matchups. From the league's best teams to its biggest stars and the best rivalries, you can count on the Christmas Day schedule to have it all. Ahead of the official release of the NBA schedule, our NBA.com staff shares a few matchups they'd like to see take place on Christmas Day.

NBA.com Staff

Report: Smart signs extension with Celtics

Smart's extension is worth $77 million over four years, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

Benyam Kidane

OTD: Mitchell explodes for 57 points

Donovan Mitchell's game-high points tally was a new franchise record in the postseason, eclipsing Karl Malone's tally of 50, and was the third-highest individual in a single playoff game, trailing only Michael Jordan's 69 in 1986 and Elgin Baylor's 61 in the 1962 NBA Finals.

Yash Matange

Breakout performers on Day 9 of Summer League

Day 9, the penultimate day of the Las Vegas NBA Summer League, provided plenty of highlights. So, we've got you covered with the breakout performers, top storylines and the final scores.

Yash Matange

Latest free agency rumours, signings

This year's free-agent class is headlined by five All-Star veterans in Kawhi Leonard, Chris Paul, Kyle Lowry, DeMar DeRozan and Mike Conley.

NBA.com Staff

Ideal fits for best remaining free agents

Two weeks have passed since the start of 2021 NBA Free Agency, and while the majority of needle-moving players have already signed deals, there are still a handful of players remaining that could make an impact for a team. Who are the best remaining free agents and what would be their ideal landing spot?

Kyle Irving

First look at rookies in new uniforms

The 2021 NBA Draft class is set to make its mark on the league. Take a look at some of the top prospects in their new uniforms on Rookie Photoshoot Day.

NBA.com Staff

How Lakers additions complement LeBron, Davis

It's been a busy offseason for the Lakers. Not only have they acquired Russell Westbrook, but they've made a number of signings in free agency, including Carmelo Anthony and Malik Monk. How do they each fit next to LeBron James and Anthony Davis?

Scott Rafferty

All NBA players with contracts worth $200 million or more

The extension of the NBA's TV deal with ESPN and Turner Sports in 2014, worth $2.6 billion per year over a nine-year period starting from 2016, gave a huge boost to the salary cap. That rise, given the players-league revenue split as per the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) at that time, subsequently led to a leap in player salaries which led to multiple large contracts being handed out since.

Yash Matange

Teams set for Summer League championship game

The Celtics and Kings are two of four undefeated teams, from the round-robin games, with the Boston franchise leading the standings with their point differential 21.0 while the Kings finished second with a 13.8 point differential.

Yash Matange

Breakout performers on Day 8 of Summer League

On Day 8, 16 teams took the floor with plenty of actions, storylines and highlights, headlined by a couple of overtime games, Cam Thomas' 36-point outing and Paul Reed's stat-sheet stuffing performance.

Yash Matange

Report: Clippers trade Rondo, Beverley for Bledsoe

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Clippers have traded Patrick Beverley, Rajon Rondo and Daniel Oturu to the Memphis Grizzlies in exchange for Eric Bledsoe.

Benyam Kidane

OTD: Blazers, Grizzlies battle in first-ever Play-In Game

Damian Lillard led the Trail Blazers to victory in the NBA's first-ever Play-In Game, finishing with 31 points and 10 assists to punch Portland's ticket to the playoffs.

Scott Rafferty

Breakout performers on Day 7 of Summer League

No. 4 pick Scottie Barnes turned in a huge two-way performance to headline Day 7 of Summer League action in Las Vegas. We've got you covered with all the biggest storylines, highlights and breakout performers below.

NBA.com Staff

Which is the greatest Team USA of all time?

Team USA's victory at the Tokyo Olympics sparked a debate in the office of which squad is actually the greatest ever to grace the Olympic stage. Three members of our NBA.com Staff present their case to the jury.

NBA.com Staff

Cunningham catches fire as Pistons take down Knicks

The first pick in the draft put on a show in game three, with Cade Cunningham leading the Detroit Pistons to a win over the New York Knicks. Cunningham led the Pistons with 24 points in his best performance in Vegas thus far. The win improved Detroit to 1-2 for the tournament.

Kane Pitman

Suggs to miss rest of Summer League with thumb injury

Orlando Magic rookie Jalen Suggs will miss the remainder of Summer League with a thumb injury. The team made the announcement, with the injury sustained on a drive to the basket against the Boston Celtics. It brings to an end an impressive tournament for the No. 5 overall pick, with the young Magic roster becoming one of the more entertaining teams in Vegas.

Kane Pitman

Report: Kawhi to sign four-year deal with Clippers

According to Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes, Kawhi Leonard has committed to returning to the Clippers. The Athletic has later reported the extension will be a four-year contract.

Kyle Irving

Breakout performers on Day 6 of Summer League

Cade Cunningham caught fire and the Lakers won the battle of LA. There was endless action on Day 6 of Summer League with seven games on the slate. If you missed any of it, we've got you covered with scores, news and highlights from another busy day in Vegas.

Kane Pitman

HOF announces presenters for Class of 2021

The Class of 2021 includes first-ballot Hall of Famers in Paul Pierce and Chris Bosh while alongside the likes of Ben Wallace and Chris Webber, who were voted in after eight and four years of eligibility respectively.

Yash Matange

Breakout performers on Day 5 of Summer League

Another day of NBA Summer League is in the books with more overtime action, endless highlights and breakout performances from big name draftees including Chris Duarte and Cam Thomas. Catch up with all the scores, news and highlights from day 5 in Las Vegas.

Kane Pitman

Luka, Slovenia make huge jump in latest FIBA rankings

On the back of an impressive Olympic tournament, Slovenia are the big movers in the latest FIBA rankings. Many positions shuffled in the top ten, with Team USA remaining on top after claiming gold in Tokyo.

Kane Pitman

NBA Academy's Negi commits to Crandall University

Riyanshu Negi was among the first batch of student-athletes to join NBA Academy India when it first opened its doors in 2017. He worked his way into the history books last year by signing with the DME Sports Academy, a prep school in Daytona Beach, Florida, and now he's headed to Carndall.

NBA.com Staff

G League Ignite named new head coach

Jason Hart, a nine-year NBA veteran with extensive coaching experience at the collegiate level, has been named head coach of NBA G League Ignite. Hart joins Ignite after coaching for nine seasons at the collegiate level, including the last eight seasons at USC, where he was promoted to associate head coach in the 2017-18 season.

NBA.com Staff

Princepal's Summer League debut is a giant leap for India

Suiting up for the Sacramento Kings in Las Vegas, Princepal Singh's debut made him the first-ever NBA Academy India graduate to feature in a Summer League game. That's not all the history he made, either.

Yash Matange

Most impactful signings in free agency

Now that the dust has settled in free agency, our NBA.com Staff looks at which signings to this point have been the most impactful, from Kyle Lowry joining the Heat to DeMar DeRozan landing in Chicago.

NBA.com Staff

Report: JR Smith awaiting approval to play collegiate golf

According to multiple reports, JR Smith is heading back to college and intends to play golf. The 16-year NBA veteran has enrolled at North Carolina A&T, a historically Black university, and is awaiting the NCAA's approval to join the men's team.

Yash Matange

Breakout performers on Day 4 of Summer League

With seven games of action, take a look at some of the top performers, best highlights and scores from each contest.

Yash Matange

OTD: Lillard explodes for 61 points

The herculean performance from Lillard, a couple of days after dropping 51 against the Philadelphia 76ers, helped the Portland Trail Blazers book a spot in the first-ever Play-In Tournament in the Western Conference.

Yash Matange

For Westbrook, homecoming to Lakers is a blessing

In his official unveiling as a Laker, Russell Westbrook discussed a number of things, including playing alongside LeBron James, his relationship with the late Kobe Bryant and coming back home.

Yash Matange

Summer League: Celebs, NBA players in attendance

The basketball action on the court, combined with the location of the games, has attracted has courtside appearances from superstar NBA players and celebrities as well. Here's a look at all these icons in attendance for this year's event:

NBA.com Staff

Carmelo has lofty aspirations for Lakers

Carmelo Anthony has built quite the resume over the course of his career, but the 37-year-old has one elusive goal in mind as he embarks upon his 19th NBA season.

Gilbert McGregor

Breakout performers on Day 3 of Summer League

With six games of action, take a look at some of the top performers, best highlights and scores from each contest.

Yash Matange

Cunningham and Green put on show in first battle

The top two picks in the 2021 NBA Draft squared off at Summer League, as Jalen Green led the Houston Rockets to a 111-91 win over Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons.

Benyam Kidane

Report: Schroder to sign one-year deal with Celtics

Schroder's deal in Boston is for the $5.9 million mid-level exception, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

Benyam Kidane

Updated 2022 NBA title odds released

With rosters taking shape following free agency, the odds have shifted for the 2022 NBA title. The defending champion Milwaukee Bucks have the third-best odds for next season, with the Brooklyn Nets and Los Angeles Lakers leading the way.

NBA.com Staff

Cunningham vs. Green rivalry begins

It's just a Summer League matchup, but this is what the exhibition showcase is all about. The rivalry between two players that have been tied together in comparison since long before the NBA Draft will go head-to-head when Cade Cunningham's Pistons take on Jalen Green's Rockets in Las Vegas.

Kyle Irving

Soundsystem: NBA Finals 2022 predictions

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty break down the latest topics in the NBA playoffs and beyond on the LIVE edition of NBA Soundsystem.

NBA.com Staff

Breakout performers in Day 2 of Summer League

With nine games of action, take a look at some of the top performers, best highlights and scores from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Doncic, Mavs agree to max rookie extension

The new supermax extension, which Doncic was eligible for courtesy of his multiple All-NBA First Team selections, keeps the young Slovenian with the Dallas Mavericks until 2027.

Yash Matange

LiAngelo making the most of Summer League

In two Summer League games, LiAngelo Ball has shown to be a capable 3-point shooter as he looks to find a way onto the Charlotte Hornets roster.

Benyam Kidane

Winners and losers in free agency

Now that the dust has settled in free agency, our NBA.com Staff looks at which teams were the biggest winners and which were the biggest losers.

NBA.com Staff

Breakout performers on Day 1 of Summer League

With seven games of action, take a look at some of the top performers, best highlights and scores from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

McCollum elected as new NBPA President

Prior to being elected as President, McCollum served as one of six Vice-Presidents of the NBPA and was also the Trail Blazers' Player representative to the Players Association for a brief time.

Yash Matange

Jalen Green showcases scoring ability in debut

No. 2 overall draft pick Jalen Green wasted no time getting buckets in his Summer League debut for the Houston Rockets.

Benyam Kidane

2021 No. 1 pick shows potential in SL debut

Pistons rookie Cade Cunningham doesn't shoot well but otherwise flashes all the versatility and leadership that made him the No. 1 pick in this year's draft.

Michael C. Wright

Wizards-Pacers Summer League game postponed

The Summer League game between the Wizards and Pacers is being postponed due to the league's coronavirus health and safety protocols.

Official Release

How to watch Summer League debuts for top prospects

After a year off due to the coronavirus pandemic, Summer League is back in Las Vegas this offseason. When do the 2021 NBA Draft stars like Cade Cunningham, Jalen Green, Evan Mobley, Scottie Barnes and Jalen Suggs make their debut?

NBA.com Staff

FIBA announces Olympics "All-Star Five" team

Men's Basketball at the Tokyo Olympics has come to a close with the United States taking home the gold, France finishing with silver and Australia earning its first-ever medal with bronze. At the conclusion of the tournament, FIBA Basketball announced the "All-Star Five" team, representing the five best players at the Olympics.

Kyle Irving

On this Date (Aug. 8): Dream Team win Gold in 1992

Crossing the 100-point mark in every game and winning by an average margin of 43.8 points, the 'Dream Team' went undefeated (8-0) and helped the USA re-capture the gold medal, something they failed to do in two of the three previous Olympics.

Yash Matange

USA's reign continues with seventh-straight gold medal

Brittney Griner led Team USA with a gold medal game record 30 points as they defeated Japan 90-75 to extend their Olympic winning streak to 55 games.

Benyam Kidane

Running Diary: USA defeat Japan to win gold

The United States' dominance in women's basketball continues as they defeat Japan 90-75 to win their seventh gold medal in a row.

NBA.com Staff

Patty Mills powers Boomers to bronze with epic performance

Patty Mills led the Australian Boomers in a historic win over Slovenia, pouring in 42 points to go along with nine assists. For more on Australia's bronze medal win, we have you covered with takeaways.

Scott Rafferty

Players to win gold medal, NBA title in same year

Since NBA players were allowed to participate in the Olympics, there have been only nine instances when a player has won an NBA title and a gold medal - either at the Olympics or the FIBA World Championships - in the same year.

Yash Matange

Durant cements himself as USA's greatest men's player

Durant led Team USA in scoring for a third-straight Olympic Games, turning in a dominant 29-point performance in the final against France. He now joins Carmelo Anthony as the only USA men's players to win three Olympic gold medals.

Benyam Kidane

Holiday and Middleton join exclusive club

The Milwaukee Bucks teammates becomes the first pair of teammates to win an NBA championship and and Olympic gold medal in the same year since Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen in 1992.

Benyam Kidane

Running Diary: USA defeat France to win gold

Team USA secure their fourth straight Olympic gold medal after a nail-biting 87-82 win over France.

Benyam Kidane

Q&A: NBA Foundation executive director Greg Taylor

The foundations's executive director says there's a lot more work to do, but emphasizes positive strides in its inaugural year.

Michael C. Wright

Report: KD plans to sign four-year extension with Nets

Kevin Durant plans to sign a four-year, $198 million extension with the Nets once he becomes eligible, per his longtime manager Rich Kleiman.

Gilbert McGregor

Best under-the-radar moves in free agency

The chaotic start to free agency has passed and the majority of big names have gone off the board. While deals like Russell Westbrook to the Lakers, Kyle Lowry to the Heat and DeMar DeRozan to the Bulls have owned the spotlight, what about some smaller moves that will surely make an impact next season?

NBA.com Staff

NBA Foundation announces $6 million to 22 new grant recipients

Organizations supporting Black youth to receive funding as part of the NBA Foundation’s third grant round.

Official Release

Preview: Men's gold and bronze medal games

The United States needed a second-half comeback to defeat Australia, while France needed a game-saving block to advance past Slovenia, setting the stage for the gold medal game. In the bronze medal game, both Australia and Slovenia will look for their first Men's Basketball medal in Olympics history.

Kyle Irving

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