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Soundsystem: Who are the most intriguing names heading into the trade deadline?

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

NBA.com Staff

Curry becomes Warriors' all-time assists leader

Curry is also within touching distance of becoming the all-time franchise leader in another couple more statistical categories.

Yash Matange

📊 Giannis makes history with 3rd straight triple-double

Giannis Antetokounmpo powered the Bucks to their fourth-straight win, re-writing the record books along the way with this third-straight triple-double.

Benyam Kidane

This Day in NBA History: Kobe drops 65 PTS vs. Blazers

Bryant's 65-point performance kicked off a ridiculous scoring run, where he scored at least 50 points in four-straight games, joining Wilt Chamberlain as the only other player to have such a streak.

Benyam Kidane

Highlights & top performers from Tuesday's action

The NBA season continued Monday, with an action-packed seven-game slate. Scroll down to catch up on all the final scores, stats and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

McCollum cleared to return from foot injury

The Blazers get a huge boost with the return of CJ McCollum, who has been sidelined for eight weeks with a foot injury.

Benyam Kidane

Edwards puts steady growth on full display

While he's certainly made his presence felt with multiple 'Dunk of the Year' highlights throughout the season, his game is slowly but surely developing, and the numbers back that up.

Yash Matange

This Day in NBA History: McGee blocks 12 shots

In the past 20 years, there have only been three players that have blocked 12 shots in an NBA game. That is the most blocked shots by a player in a game in that timeframe.

Kyle Irving

Highlights & top performers from Monday's action

There were nine NBA games to look forward to on Monday! Scroll below for final scores, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Butler still among the NBA's best

Injuries and forced absences have meant the Miami Heat - the reigning Eastern Conference Champions - have had a sub-par first-half of the 2020-21 season, but Jimmy Butler, in the games he's played, has shown that he's still among the league's best.

Yash Matange

#NBATopShotThis: LaMelo's absurd 3-pointer

The highlight-reel plays keep coming from LaMelo Ball, with this smooth 3-pointer, earning our NBA Top Shot moment of the night.

Benyam Kidane

Surging Mavs lay rest to Denver demons in win

The last time the Mavericks were in Denver, their key players were impacted by the league's 'Health and Safety protocols' which put them on a downward spiral. This time, however, healthy and surging, the Mavericks snapped the Nuggets' win streak 116-103, only the second Nuggets-Mavericks game decided by the double-digits since Luka Doncic was drafted.

Yash Matange

Melo passes Hakeem for 11th all-time in scoring

Anthony scored a team-high 26 points to lead the Trail Blazers to a 125-121 win over the Timberwolves, recording another career milestone along the way.

Benyam Kidane

Highlights, top performers from Sunday's action

The second half of the NBA season continued with an eight-game slate. We've got you covered with all the final scores, news, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers from the night.

NBA.com Staff

Gasol (health & safety), Caruso (concussion) out of action

While the Spaniard big man remains out due to 'Health and Safety protocols', having played his last game against the Golden State Warriors on Feb. 28 (ET), Alex Caruso has been added to the NBA's 'Concussion protocols'.

Yash Matange

Embiid (knee) out at least two weeks

Joel Embiid suffered a knee injury in the 76ers' win over the Washington Wizards Friday night. After an MRI revealed a bone bruise, the team has provided a preliminary timetable for return.

Gilbert McGregor

Report: LeVert set to make Pacers debut vs. Suns

The Pacers acquired Caris LeVert in the four-team deal that sent James Harden to the Nets, but after LeVert's physical revealed a small mass in his kidney that required surgery, the scoring guard was forced to miss time as he recovered. Two months later, LeVert is ahead of schedule and ready to make his return.

Kyle Irving

On this date: LeBron drops 51 on Kings

According to Game Score, which gives "a rough measure of a player's productivity for a single game," this is the 10th most productive game of LeBron James' historic career.

Scott Rafferty

Kuzma takeover helps Lakers top Pacers

Huge fourth quarter contributions from the Los Angeles Lakers role players ensured the team got off to a winning start in the second half of the season.

Kane Pitman

Highlights, top performers from Saturday's action

The second half of the NBA season continued with a seven-game slate. We've got you covered from coast to coast with final scores, news, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers from the day.

NBA.com Staff

Grizz battle but Jokic, Nuggets win in Memphis

The deep Memphis squad gave the Nuggets a tough fight but in the closing seconds, Serbian Nikola Jokic added to his MVP case with some late-game heroics in the 103-102 win.

Yash Matange

AD to be re-evaluated in two weeks

The Los Angeles Lakers have been scuffling with Anthony Davis sidelined. The All-Star's absence is continues to progress slowly after missing the last ten games.

Kane Pitman

Embiid's return cut short by apparent knee injury

Joel Embiid was dominating his return from health and safety protocols before an apparent knee injury after an impressive dunk cut his night short.

Kane Pitman

Rf Jr. NBA program returns with 12-week live series

The series will feature NBA, WNBA and NBA G League players, legends and coaches engaging participants in skill development, leadership and life skills sessions every Saturday morning IST.

Official Release

On This Date: Irving (2015) & Bird (1985) record career-highs

Two historic all-time scorers recorded their career-highs on March 12th. We take a lookback at those performances.

Yash Matange

Kyrie career-best shooting season continues

Irving maintained his remarkable career-highs in shooting efficiencies as he went off for a 40-piece against his former team, including scoring eight of the Nets' final 11 points - as part of their 13-3 game-sealing run.

Yash Matange

Booker scorches Blazers

A hot shooting night from Devin Booker helped the Suns continue their climb towards the top of the Western Conference.

Kane Pitman

Highlights, top performers from Friday's action

The second half of the 2020-21 NBA season was underway and tonight was the first full slate of games since the break. Headlined by Nets-Celtics, there was plenty of enticing matchups ahead.

NBA.com Staff

Lakeland Magic win G League championship

The Magic held the Blue Coats' G League standout Paul Reed to just 13 points on 6-for-18 shooting from the field in a defensive performance worthy of a championship. Lakeland guard Devin Cannady scored a team-high 22 points in the victory to take home G League Finals MVP.

Kyle Irving

Heat's Leonard fined and suspended from team activities

Meyers Leonard has been fined $50,000 and suspended from all Heat facilities and team activities. Leonard will also be required to participate in a cultural diversity program.

NBA.com Staff

On This Date: NBA suspends 2019-20 season

Following a positive COVID-19 test on the Utah Jazz, the NBA suspended the rest of its season and went into an indefinite hiatus on March 11, 2020. It lasted nearly five months and ended when the NBA restarted the season in a bubble at the Walt Disney World Resort.

Yash Matange

Doncic climbs all-time ladder as Mavs edge Spurs

The 22-year-old Slovenian finished with 22 points, 12 rebounds, and 12 assists as the Mavericks revival continued with their 10th win in their last 12 games.

Yash Matange

#NBATopShotThis: Ja's fancy fakes leads to slick dime

One of Morant's 10 assists was arguably the 'Play of the Game' as the reigning Rookie of the Year put on a show in the Grizzlies' 127-112 victory over the Wizards in Memphis.

Yash Matange

Highlights & top performers from Thursday's action

The second half of the NBA season got underway today, headlined by standout performances from Luka Doncic and Jonas Valanciunas. Catch up on all the action below.

NBA.com Staff

Spurs, Aldridge 'mutually' part ways

After five-and-a-half seasons in San Antonio, LaMarcus Aldridge will part ways with the franchise as they look to find a suitable trade for the veteran big man, as early as this week.

NBA.com Staff

NBA, NBPA announce COVID-19 test results

Anyone who has returned a confirmed positive test, or has been identified as having been in close contact to an infected person, is isolated or quarantined until they are cleared under the rules established by the NBA and the Players Association in accordance with CDC guidance.

Official Release

NBA.com's updated award picks at halfway point

Before the start of the 2020-21 season, our NBA.com Staff made their predictions for each end-of-season award, from MVP and DPOY to MIP and COY. With half of the season now in the books, which ones are we sticking with and which ones are we changing?

NBA.com Staff

Title contenders, pretenders and playoff surprises

With the All-Star break in the rearview, the second half of the season is just days away as teams gear up for the run home. Which teams have stamped themselves genuine title contenders? Which teams could be poised for a strong second half? Who's in the running to make some noise if they can sneak into the postseason? We break it all down.

Benyam Kidane

Bosh, Pierce headline Hall of Fame finalists

Chris Bosh, Paul Pierce, Jay Wright and Lauren Jackson Among First-Time Finalists.

Official Release

Dame calls Game as Team LeBron defeats Team Durant

Lillard's dagger from half-court helped Team LeBron win the game having already won every single quarter. Thus, earning a total of $1.25 million for the Thurgood Marshall College Fund. Meanwhile, reigning two-time league MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo was named All-Star Game MVP for his record-breaking 35-point performance.

Yash Matange

Giannis named All-Star Game MVP

Antetokounmpo was a perfect 16-of-16 from the field on his way to a game-high 35 points.

Benyam Kidane

Cleveland to host NBA All-Star 2022

The festivities will help commemorate the NBA's 75th anniversary.

Official Release

NBA All-Star Game records

Paul George, LeBron James and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar are just some of the names you'll find in the NBA All-Star Game records books.

NBA.com Staff

Trail Blazers' Simons wins Slam Dunk Contest

For the first time in the All-Star Slam Dunk contest history, a player from the Portland Trail Blazers was crowned the champion.

Yash Matange

Curry wins thrilling 3-Point Contest

It came right down to the final money ball, but Steph Curry held his nerve to finish with a score of 28 in the final round to beat Mike Conley Jr. and win his second 3PT contest crown.

Benyam Kidane

Players react to Curry's 'cheat code' 3-Point Contest performance

Stephen Curry won the 2021 MTN DEW 3-Point Contest in thrilling fashion, draining his last shot to defeat Mike Conley Jr. in the final round. Curry's performance had everyone in awe, including his teammates and peers.

Scott Rafferty

Sabonis defeats Vucevic in Skills Challenge

Sabonis becomes the first player in Pacers franchise history to win the Skills Challenge and the fourth big man in the past six years!

Benyam Kidane

Best sneakers from the 2021 All-Star Game

Check out the best kicks on court at the 2021 NBA All-Star Game!

All-Star Game MVP history

With the world's best talent on display, there is a star-studded list of players that have earned the honour of All-Star Game Most Valuable Player.

NBA.com Staff

Running Diary from the 2021 NBA All-Star Game

For a fourth straight year, Captain LeBron James and his team were victorious - winning the 2021 NBA All-Star Game by reaching the target score of 170 while holding Team Durant to 150 points. Courtesy of the win, Team LeBron earned a total of $1.25 million for the Thurgood Marshall College Fund.

Yash Matange

Running diary from the Dunk Contest

Anfernee Simons beat out Obi Toppin and Cassius Stanley to win the 2021 AT&T Slam Dunk Contest. Check out the running diary of each jam from this year's event.

Benyam Kidane

History of 3-Point Contest winners

Take a look back at the different winners of the NBA's 3-point contest since its inception.

NBA.com Staff

Running diary from Skills Challenge, 3-Point Contest

Unique to this season is that All-Star Weekend will be an all-encompassing one-day experience, with the Taco Bell Skills Challenge and MTN DEW 3-Point Contest preceding the All-Star Game. Here's a running diary of what happened in both events.

Scott Rafferty

Williamson to replace Embiid as All-Star starter

Zion Williamson, the fourth-youngest player to suit up for an All-Star Game, will start in the frontcourt for Team Durant in place of Joel Embiid, who is out due to the league's health and safety protocols.

Gilbert McGregor

Embiid, Simmons out for All-Star Game

Prior to traveling to Atlanta, Philadelphia’s Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons had contact with an individual who is confirmed today to have tested positive for the coronavirus. As a result, Embiid (Team Durant) and Simmons (Team LeBron) will not play in tonight’s NBA All-Star Game.

Official Release

Potential buyout destinations for Griffin

Six-time All-Star forward Blake Griffin has reached a buyout agreement with the Pistons. Teams will have the chance to claim Griffin off waivers before he becomes an unrestricted free agent on Sunday, March 7.

Kyle Irving

Adam Silver speaks on trending topics ahead of ASG

Ahead of the 2021 NBA All-Star Game, Commissioner Adam Silver spoke to the media on the league's most prominent and trending topics.

NBA.com Staff

Conley to replace Booker in All-Star Game

Suns guard Devin Booker will miss the 2021 All-Star Game and 3-point Contest due to a knee sprain and Jazz guard Mike Conley will be his replacement in both events. Conley, a 14-year veteran, will finally be rewarded for his successful career with his first All-Star nod.

Official Release

Hits and Misses: Predictions on 2020 rookie class

With the All-Star break upon us, the 2020 rookie class has had half of a season to get accommodated to the next level. Looking back at some of his predictions before the 2020 NBA Draft, it's time to rehash where NBA.com's Kyle Irving was right and where he was wrong in assessing this crop of first-year players.

Kyle Irving

Dame time strikes again

The NBA's best clutch player was at it again in Portland, as a fourth quarter masterclass from Damian Lillard lifted the Blazers over Sacramento.

Kane Pitman

Giannis climbs Bucks all-time scoring ladder

Giannis Antetokounmpo continues his ascent in the Milwaukee Bucks all-time record books, passing a Hall of Famer to move into third in franchise scoring.

Kane Pitman

Friday's live scores

It's a busy night around the NBA with nine games on the slate on the final day prior to the All-Star break.

NBA.com Staff

Team LeBron vs. Team Durant rosters selected

With the first pick of the 2021 NBA All-Star draft, Team LeBron selects...

NBA.com Staff

Embiid's heroics lead 76ers past Jazz

Joel Embiid turned in one of his best performances of the season, dropping 40 points against the Jazz as the 76ers escaped with the win in an overtime thriller.

Benyam Kidane

It's 'Dame Time,' again

Lillard scored the team's final eight points, outscoring the Warriors 8-3 over the final 2:14 minutes of the game to lead the Trail Blazers to a 108-106 victory.

Yash Matange

By The Numbers: T.J. McConnell's historic triple-double

McConnell set and broke multiple NBA records in his game-winning performance which included a triple-double with 10 steals on perfect shooting. His play, especially in the second half, helped the Pacers rally back from a 19-point second-half deficit to snap a four-game losing streak.

Yash Matange

Sights and sounds from Harden's return to Houston

James Harden returned to Houston for the first time since being traded to Brooklyn, receiving some boos, but more cheers and a touching video tribute from the organisation.

Benyam Kidane

Highlights, top performers from Wednesday's action

There were 10 games to look forward to on an action-packed Thursday in the NBA.. Follow along below for all your live updates, scores, stats and highlights from each game

NBA.com Staff

NBA, NBPA announce COVID-19 test results

Anyone who has returned a confirmed positive test, or has been identified as having been in close contact to an infected person, is isolated or quarantined until they are cleared under the rules established by the NBA and the Players Association in accordance with CDC guidance.

Official Release

More than $3 million donated to HBCUs, communities of colour

HBCUs, Thurgood Marshall College Fund, United Negro College Fund, National Association for Equal Opportunity and Direct Relief’s Fund for Health Equity Named NBA All-Star 2021 Beneficiaries

Official Release

Suns overcome Booker ejection to defeat Lakers

By overcoming Devin Booker's ejection in the third quarter, the Suns won against the Lakers in LA for the first time since Nov. 17, 2017 and also climbed to the second seed in the Western Conference.

Yash Matange

Final scores & top performers from Wednesday's action

There were six NBA games on Wednesday. Scroll below for the final scores, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Jokic reaching rare air this season

Jokic recorded the 50th triple-double of his career, joining Wilt Chamberlain as the only centers in NBA history to achieve the milestone.

Walker shines as C's continue to build momentum

Six Celtics finished in double figures led by Kemba Walker's 25 points - his fourth straight 20-point game and seventh in his last nine. More importantly, for the first time in over six weeks, the Celtics won three in a row.

Fertitta: 'James Harden will always be a Rocket'

“James Harden will always be a Rocket,” Fertitta told the Houston Chronicle. When his jersey does go up at the Toyota Center, 'The Beard' will be the seventh player to have their jersey retired.

Yash Matange

2021 Taco Bell Skills Challenge participants

2020 runner-up Domantas Sabonis will return to the Skills Challenge, while Chris Paul is making a record fifth appearance in the competition.

NBA.com Staff

Curry, Booker headline 2021 3PT Contest

This year's 3-point contest will continue with the 2020 format, featuring two additional shots in the "MTN DEW Zone", which is six feet from the traditional 3-point line and worth 3 points each.

NBA.com Staff

Dunk, 3-point and Skills Challenge participants revealed

Who is participating during All-Star 2021 Slam Dunk Contest, Three-Point Contest and Skills Challenge? Below, find participants for each event.

NBA.com Staff

2021 AT&T Slam Dunk Contest participants

This year's Slam Dunk Contest will feature just three participants, including Obi Toppin, Anfernee Simons and Cassius Stanley.

NBA.com Staff

Soundsystem: 2021 NBA All-Star Draft

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

NBA.com Staff

Reliving the greatest All-Star Games since 2000

Ahead of the 2021 All-Star Game – the 70th game in league history – there are far too many classics to include on one list. With that in mind, we take a look at the best All-Star games since the turn of the century.

Yash Matange

Every International All-Star since 2000

With the NBA across the globe, this year's All-Star Game will feature eight international players, the most in NBA history. Let's take a look back at the international players to be selected the since the turn of the millennium.

NBA.com Staff

LeBron's best All-Star moments

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James is set to appear as a starter in the NBA All-Star Game for the 17th consecutive season. Relive some of the best moments and highlights from his career.

Gilbert McGregor

Every All-Star Game debutant since 2000

The 2021 edition of the NBA All-Star Game has four debutants. But how many players debuted in the years prior all the way back to the turn of the millennium?

NBA.com Staff

Highest scoring games in All-Star history

It's not unusual to see the teams combine for over 300 points and almost 400 points in the NBA All-Star Game.

NBA.com Staff

Melo and Melo duel as Blazers snap losing streak

The Portland Trail Blazers knocked down a franchise-record 24 3-pointers en route to a comfortable 123-111 win, led by season-high tallies across the board from 17-year veteran Anthony.

Yash Matange

Scores & highlights fromTuesday's action

We had seven games on deck around the NBA on Tuesday. Catch up on all the scores, stats and highlights below.

NBA.com Staff

Pels survive late-game rally, upset Jazz 129-124

The Jazz flipped the switch late, going on a 16-3 late-game run but the Pelicans held on to pull-off the upset. Zion Williamson contributed across the board with 26 points, 10 rebounds, and five assists on 10-of-17 shooting from the field.

Yash Matange

Harden re-writes record books, leads Nets past Spurs

James Harden recorded the seventh triple-double of his Nets career in their 124-113 win over the Spurs in overtime.

Benyam Kidane

Hawks relieve Pierce of coaching duties

Following four seasons as an assistant coach on the 76ers, Lloyd Pierce took over as head coach of the Hawks in 2018-19. According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, Nate McMillan has accepted the interim head coaching job.

NBA.com Staff

Giannis punctuates statement win with rim-rattling dunk

Giannis Antetokounmpo dominated Milwaukee's win over LA with 36 points, 14 rebounds, five assists and four blocks. He saved his best for last, throwing down a big dunk in the closing seconds that served as the nail in the coffin. How did he get so open? Let's take a closer look.

Scott Rafferty

Hornets' 'Miracle after Midnight' Pt. 2 in Sacramento

Multiple young guys came up clutch late in the fourth quarter, as the Hornets came back from eight down in the final 53 seconds to provide a sequel to the franchise's 'Miracle After Midnight' game in 2016.

Yash Matange

Clutch Tatum spoils Beal's big game

The league's leading-scorer put on a clinic yet again but Jayson Tatum's late-game heroics, where he scored the team's final eight points including the game-winner, helped the Celtics record back-to-back wins for the first time since Jan. 25.

Yash Matange

#NBATopShotThis: Giannis' monster block

Antetokounmpo had four blocks on the night, none sweeter than this rejection on Clippers big man Ivica Zubac to earn our NBA Top Shot moment of the night.

Benyam Kidane

Hield becomes fastest to 1,000 3-pointers

With his seventh triple of the night, Hield notched his 1,000th career 3-pointer in just his 350th game.

Benyam Kidane

Scores & highlights from Monday's action

There was no shortage of superstar performances on Monday's eight-game slate. Catch up on all the scores, stats and highlights from today's games below.

NBA.com Staff

NBA postpones Sunday's Raptors-Bulls game

Because of positive test results and ongoing contact tracing within the Raptors, the team will not have the league-required eight available players to proceed with the scheduled game against the Bulls.

Official Release

BHM: Spencer Haywood's forgotten legacy

Today's era of player empowerment in the NBA is thanks to pioneers who risked everything they had to change the rules and set a precedent for generations to come. The Hardship Rule, inspired by Spencer Haywood, was one of the earliest and most impactful examples of this, an initial sign that American sports were evolving. A legend on the court, Haywood does not always receive the recognition he deserves for the impact he made off of it. NBA.com recently spoke with the Hall of Famer, allowing him to explain his oft-forgotten legacy to today's fans.

Sergio Rabinal

Doncic outduels Harden as Mavs blowout Nets

Led by their 22-year-old Slovenian sensation, the Mavericks record a 17-point win (115-98) over the Nets, who suited up in this one without Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant.

Yash Matange

Scores & highlights from Sunday's action

Sunday's seven-game exciting slate is headlined by the last game in Brooklyn where the Nets put their eight-game win streak on the line against Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks. Scroll below for the final scores, highlights, and more.

Yash Matange

Durant (hamstring) out through All-Star break

The Brooklyn Nets announced that Kevin Durant will miss the team's final three games prior to the 2021 NBA All-Star Game and will be re-assessed following the break.

Gilbert McGregor

Sabonis named as Durant's All-Star replacement, Tatum to start

Indiana Pacers forward Domantas Sabonis is set to make his second consecutive All-Star Game appearance as NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has named him as the replacement for Brooklyn Nets superstar Kevin Durant. Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum will replace Durant in the pool of starting players.

Gilbert McGregor

Green's career night leads Warriors past Hornets

Draymond Green and the Warriors avenged a loss to the Charlotte Hornets last week in a career-night for the Golden State veteran.

Kane Pitman

#NBATopShotThis: Smith Jr. throws down

Highlight reel dunks are an NBA Top Shot favourite. Dennis Smith Jr. threw down one of the best of the season so far in the Detroit Pistons matchup with the Sacramento Kings.

Kane Pitman

Saturday's scores and highlights

The Lakers got back on track, Boston held off Indiana and the Utah Jazz lost for just the seventh time this season.

NBA.com Staff

Sale of WNBA's Dream unanimously approved

The WNBA and NBA Boards of Governors have unanimously approved the sale of the Atlanta Dream to Larry Gottesdiener, Chairman of Northland, an industry-leading national real estate firm. The three-member investor group is comprised of former Dream star Renee Montgomery, Northland President and Chief Operating Officer Suzanne Abair, and Gottesdiener.

NBA.com Staff

#NBATopShotThis: Zion's HUGE block

Zion Williamson delivered a monstrous block on Donte DiVincenzo off the backboard to take out our NBA Top Shot moment of the night.

Kane Pitman

Giannis, Zion put on a show in head-to-head

The Milwaukee Bucks have claimed their fourth straight win but it wasn't easy, with a monster night from Giannis Antetokounmpo just topping Zion Williamson.

Kane Pitman

Simmons helps Sixers stifle Mavericks

Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid continued their high level of play, shutting down the Dallas Mavericks en route to another win at home.

Kane Pitman

Hennessy in multiyear partnership with NBA

A multiyear partnership expansion makes Hennessy the “official spirit of the NBA” worldwide.

Official Release

Scores, highlights from Friday's action

The top three teams in the East are in action on Friday, while the LA Clippers are also on the schedule as they attempt to keep up with the Utah Jazz in the West.

NBA.com Staff

LaMelo shines in 4th Q takeover vs. Suns

Ball scored 16 of his 20 points in the second half, including a string of clutch plays down the stretch to lead the Hornets to a 124-121 win over the Phoenix Suns.

Benyam Kidane

Scores, highlights from Thursday action

There were nine games of NBA action on this Thursday, headlined by a clash between surging Eastern Conference opponents in the Raptors and Heat, a heavyweight battle out west between the Lakers and Jazz and much more.

NBA.com Staff

Booker to replace Davis in All-Star Game

Suns guard Devin Booker will make his second-straight All-Star appearance, joining teammate Chris Paul in Atlanta. It marks the first time the Suns have multiple All-Star selections since Steve Nash and Amar'e Stoudemire in 2009-10.

Benyam Kidane

NBA, NBPA announce COVID-19 test results

Anyone who has returned a confirmed positive test, or has been identified as having been in close contact to an infected person, is isolated or quarantined until they are cleared under the rules established by the NBA and the Players Association in accordance with CDC guidance.

Official Release

Who were the biggest All-Star snubs?

With the NBA All-Star reserves announced today, let's take a look at the players who were most deserving on the outside looking in.

Benyam Kidane

Lillard, Harden headline All-Star reserves

On Tuesday (ET), the NBA announced the pool of 14 players that will be reserves at the 2021 NBA All-Star Game.

NBA.com Staff

Scores, highlights from Tuesday's (ET) action

The NBA season continued with nine games and 18 teams in action. Scroll below for final scores, highlights, news and the top fantasy performers from the action.

NBA.com Staff

B'day boy Murray comes up clutch vs. Trail Blazers

Nikola Jokic put up 41 points, 35 of which came in the third quarter, while Murray took over in the final period to ensure the Nuggets extend their home win streak to four and rebound from a rough 1-3 road trip.

Yash Matange

Zion becomes fourth-youngest All-Star ever

At 20 years old, Zion Williamson joins an elite list of players to be named to the NBA All-Star Game aged 20 or younger. In fact, Williamson is set to become the fourth-youngest player to play in the NBA All-Star Game.

NBA.com Staff

Soundsystem: All-Star reserves debate

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

NBA.com Staff

Report: Rockets release Cousins

According to The Athletic's Shams Charania, the Rockets are releasing veteran centre DeMarcus Cousins with the intentions of going 'smaller and younger' in the frontcourt.

NBA.com Staff

Wiz win 5th straight with 17-pt comeback vs. LAL

The Wizards' backcourt contributed for a majority of the team's points in the comeback, including all of their 12 in overtime. The 127-124 win extends the Wizards win streak to five while handing the Lakers their third straight loss, and the fourth in their last five.

Yash Matange

Jazz flip the switch with record 3-point performance

The Jazz set a new franchise record for 3-pointers for the third time this season, knocking down 28 in their 132-110 win over the Hornets.

Benyam Kidane

Highlights & top performers from Monday's (ET) action

We had plenty of stars in action on Monday's six-game slate. Scroll below for the final scores, stats, news, highlights and top fantasy performers from each game.

NBA.com Staff

All-Star Moment: Booker outduels Lillard in Suns win

Booker continues his red-hot form, scoring 34 through three quarters in the Suns' 32-point blowout victory over the Portland Trail Blazers - the team's 12th win in their last 14.

Yash Matange

LBJ on track to emulate MJ's last MVP season

Michael Jordan's 1997-98 season was one of his greatest ever, where he took home his final league MVP. In his 18th season, LeBron James looks on track to emulate that incredible campaign. Can he do it?

Yash Matange

Timberwolves part ways with coach Saunders

In two-plus seasons at the helm in Minnesota, Saunders held a 43-95 record, with the Timberwolves currently owning the worst record in the league this season at 7-24.

NBA.com Staff

Nets edge Clippers, extend win streak to 6

Paul George came alive in the fourth quarter, bringing his team back from 15 down to within four, but was forced to sit out late as the Nets, powered by their backcourt of James Harden and Kyrie Irving, continued their winning ways.

Yash Matange

Zion, Ingram lead Pels to historic comeback

The young star duo of Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson took over after half-time to spark the Pelicans to their largest comeback in franchise history, beating the Celtics 120-115 in overtime.

Benyam Kidane

Highlights & top performers from Sunday's action

It was a busy Sunday in the NBA and we've got you covered with all the final scores, stats, news, highlights and top fantasy performers from each game.

NBA.com Staff

CP3 passes 'Big O' on all-time career assists list

Next up for Paul on the career list: Magic Johnson in 5th place.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights & top performers from Sat's (ET) action

Because of two postponements, there were only five games of NBA action this Saturday (ET). But with the first rematch of the NBA Finals between the Heat and Lakers headlining the slate, there was plenty to follow.

NBA.com Staff

Heat survive Finals rematch with Lakers

This is the Heat's second consecutive win, improving them to 3-3 on their road trip. Meanwhile, this is the Lakers' second consecutive loss and the third in their last four.

Yash Matange

Challenging cases for All-Star reserves

The starters have been selected for the 2021 NBA All-Star Game, meaning the hardest decisions are coming up. Picking the reserves inevitably causes a conversation as deserving players are bound to get left out. Which players will get selected as an All-Star and which players will be left snubbed?

Kyle Irving

LaMelo has found the perfect home in Charlotte

Ball could well have ended up in a Warriors uniform on draft night, but so far, things couldn't be working out better in Charlotte. The 19-year-old leads all rookies in points, rebounds, assists and steals per game, building an early case for Rookie of the Year.

Benyam Kidane

Highlights and top performers from Saturday's action

It was a busy Saturday in the NBA. We've got you covered with all the final scores, stats, news, highlights and top fantasy performers from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Murray makes history with career-high 50 points

What a night it was for Jamal Murray, who went off for a career-high 50 points in Denver's win over Cleveland. While notching a career-high is impressive in itself, Murray also made league and franchise history with this performance. Take a closer look at the numbers behind his breakout game.

Kyle Irving

Snyder named head coach of Team LeBron

Snyder has earned a spot as an NBA All-Star Game head coach for the first time. He is the Jazz’s second NBA All-Star Game head coach, joining Frank Layden (1984).

NBA.com Staff

Harden leads Nets to statement win over Lakers

The Brooklyn Nets extend their win streak to five games, beating the Lakers 109-98, behind James Harden's franchise-record 11th-straight double-double of 23 points and 11 assists.

Benyam Kidane

Highlights & top performers from Thursday's action

Just three games around the Association on Thursday, with plenty of standout performances! Catch up on all the final scores, stats, news, and highlights from each game below.

NBA.com Staff

LeBron surpasses 35,000 career points

James joins Karl Malone and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as the third player to reach the milestone and is the youngest to do so at 36 years old.

NBA.com Staff

Starters revealed for 2021 All-Star Game

The starters for the 2021 NBA All-Star Game have been revealed!

NBA.com Staff

NBA announces date, format of All-Star 2021

NBA All-Star 2021 will be held on Sunday, March 7 (ET) at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, home of the Atlanta Hawks, with oncourt action beginning at 6:30 p.m. ET on TNT. As part of this year’s events, the NBA and National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) announced that they will commit more than $2.5 million in funds and resources toward Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and support and awareness around equity and access to COVID-19 care, relief and vaccines.

Official Release

Jazz down Clippers for 9th straight win

By defeating the shorthanded LA Clippers, who suited up without starters in Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, and Nicolas Batum, the Jazz improved the league-best record to 24-5, 20 of which the team have won by double digits.

Yash Matange

Lillard continues to strengthen MVP case

The Trail Blazers extended their win streak to six games behind yet another clutch performance from Damian Lillard, who poured in 43 points and a career-high tying 16 assists.

Benyam Kidane

Highlights & top performers from Wed's action

We had 10 games on deck around the Association on Wednesday! Scroll below for all the final scores, stats, news, and highlights from each game below.

NBA.com Staff

All-Star Moment: Young takes over late in Boston

'Ice' Trae snapped the Hawks' four-game losing streak by scoring 16 of the team's final 25, helping them defeat the Celtics 122-114 in Boston.

Yash Matange

Report: KD set to miss game vs. Lakers

The Lakers game will be Durant's third straight game missed due to a right hamstring strain. The former league MVP has already missed 11 of the team's 30 games so far, including a couple of games due to the league's 'health and safety' protocols.

Yash Matange

NBA, NBPA announce COVID-19 test results

Anyone who has returned a confirmed positive test, or has been identified as having been in close contact to an infected person, is isolated or quarantined until they are cleared under the rules established by the NBA and the Players Association in accordance with CDC guidance.

Official Release

Harden leads shorthanded Nets to huge comeback win over Suns

With Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant not in uniform, the Nets used a big second-half rally including a game-sealing 20-11 run to snap the Phoenix Suns' seven game win streak and remain undefeated on their road trip.

Yash Matange

A closer look at Damian Lillard's clutch heroics

Damian Lillard leads the NBA in clutch scoring after yet another big performance tonight, powering the Blazers past the Thunder with his fourth quarter heroics. Let's take a closer look.

Benyam Kidane

All-Star Moment: Zion stars in Pelicans' big win

Zion Williamson and Ja Morant, the top two picks from the 2019 NBA Draft, put on a show but it was the former who proved to be a huge catalyst for the team's 144-113 win in Memphis.

Yash Matange

Catch up on the best of Tuesday's action

We had six games on deck around the Association on Tuesday! Catch up on all the scores, stats, news, and highlights from each contest below.

NBA.com Staff

NBA adds two games to schedule

The Pistons-Bulls game, which was originally targeted for the second half of the season, will replace the Pistons-Mavericks and Hornets-Bulls games which were postponed earlier today. The Nuggets-Cavaliers game, which was originally targeted for the second half of the season, will replace the Nuggets-Hornets game which was postponed earlier today.

Official Release

Soundsystem: How good are the Jazz?

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty discuss the latest news in and around the NBA each week on NBA Soundsystem Live.

NBA.com Staff

NBA postpones upcoming games for Spurs and Hornets

The games are being postponed due to four Spurs players testing positive and additional contact tracing for players on both San Antonio’s and Charlotte’s rosters, and in order to ensure the health and safety of players on both teams.

Official Release

Our final picks for All-Star starters

On Thursday, Feb. 18, the starters for the 2021 NBA All-Star Game will be announced. Who should those starters be? Our NBA.com Staff give their picks ahead of the big reveal.

NBA.com Staff

Irving looks right at home playing shooting guard

Irving shot 9-of-11 from the 3-point line on his way to a season-high 40 points, as he continues to embrace his new role as the Nets' shooting guard.

Benyam Kidane

Clarkson's 40 helps Jazz win 8th straight

With no Joel Embiid, Ben Simmons had one of the best game of his careers as he finished with a career-high 42 points to go along 12 assists and nine rebounds. Despite his spectacular game, the Jazz survived, courtesy of Jordan Clarkson, to win their eighth straight and register their 19th win in the last 20 games.

Yash Matange

Top stat lines and highlights from Monday's action

We had seven games on deck around the Association tonight, headlined by a showdown between the conference-leading Jazz and 76ers. Scroll below for the final scores, highlights and top fantasy performers.

Benyam Kidane

All-Star Moment: Randle erupts for 44 in Knicks win

En route to 44 points, Randle knocked down a career-high seven 3-pointers while scoring or assisting on 12 of the team's game-sealing 16-8 run vs. the Atlanta Hawks. His final stat line makes him the first Knick since Stephon Marbury in 2005 to post 40/5/5 and 5+ threes.

Yash Matange

Davis (Achilles) to be re-evaluated in 2-3 weeks

The Lakers' star underwent an MRI which revealed calf strain and a re-aggravation of tendinosis in his right Achilles.

Benyam Kidane

Report: Pistons weighing options for Griffin

In a statement issued to ESPN, Blake Griffin said, "I am grateful to the Pistons for understanding what I want to accomplish in my career and for working together on the best path forward."

Scott Rafferty

NBA postpones game between Spurs and Pistons

Due to a positive test within the Spurs and subsequent contact tracing, the team does not have the league-required eight available players to proceed with tomorrow’s game against the Pistons.

Official Release

Lillard-Doncic duel as Blazers escape Dallas with W

The Trail Blazers, who led for much of this game including holding the game's largest lead of 14 but in the end, survived the Mavericks' late-game rally to win their fourth straight.

Yash Matange

Jokic powers Nuggets to blowout win vs. LAL

Despite missing more than a couple of key rotation players, the Nuggets, led by Nikola Jokic, comfortably beat the Lakers 122-105. The visitors were forced to play the second half without Anthony Davis, who strained his right Achilles late in the first half.

Yash Matange

AD exits game vs. Nuggets after right leg injury

The Lakers announced early in the fourth quarter that Davis had suffered an Achilles strain and would be undergoing an MRI on Monday (ET).

NBA.com Staff

Running diary of Sunday's (ET) action

Feel the love with a full 10-game slate of NBA action on Sunday (ET), as some of the league's hottest teams and biggest names were in action. Scroll below for the final scores, highlights and the best fantasy performers.

NBA.com Staff

Durant (hamstring) to miss Nets next two games

The Nets Sunday announced that Durant would at least two games after suffering a left hamstring strain in a win over the Golden State Warriors.

Gilbert McGregor

Feb. 14, 1990: MJ dons No. 12

On Valentine's Day in 1990, His Airness was forced to wear a No. 12 jersey as his No. 23 jersey was unavailable in Orlando. Find out why:

Yash Matange

Surging Jazz prep for big week with big win vs. Heat

Behind a huge third quarter, the Jazz beat the Heat 112-94 for their 18th win in the last 19 games. The victory extends their winning streak to seven and helps them set a record that puts them alongside former championship teams in the 1971 Bucks and 2008 Celtics.

Yash Matange

Nets overpower Warriors in KD's return to Golden State

The Nets improve to 5-1 on the season when the trio of Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and James Harden take the floor after cruising to a 134-117 win at Chase Center.

Benyam Kidane

Running Diary from Saturday's action

There were five NBA games to look forward to on Saturday (ET), including Kevin Durant's return to Golden State. Scroll below for live updates, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

All-Star Moment: Booker powers Suns to 5th-straight win

Booker scored 24 of his game-high 36 points in the second half to give the Phoenix Suns a 120-111 win over the Philadelphia 76ers — their fifth-straight victory.

Benyam Kidane

Luka and Zion notch career-highs in must-see battle

In a matchup between the future superstars of the NBA, you knew Luka Doncic versus Zion Williamson was going to provide plenty of highlights and entertainment. The battle didn't disappoint as Doncic and Williamson each went off for career-highs in scoring as the Mavericks knocked off the Pelicans.

Kyle Irving

Running diary from Saturday's 11-game slate

Saturday's 11-game slate did not disappoint with a handful of monster performances like 40-point outings from Luka Doncic, Terry Rozier and Nikola Vucevic and 30-point outings from Kawhi Leonard, Jayson Tatum and Anthony Davis.

NBA.com Staff

All-Star Moment: Vucevic continues dominance with 42 points

You might not see the Magic as much as other teams around the NBA but Nikola Vucevic has been nothing short of incredible this season and he deserves your All-Star consideration following another monster performance against the Kings.

Kyle Irving

Vintage Melo guides Blazers past 76ers

Carmelo Anthony scored 17 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter to lead Blazers to a thrilling 118-114 win over the 76ers.

Benyam Kidane

Running diary from Thursday's five-game slate

Big performances from Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler and Carmelo Anthony headlined Thursday's five-game slate. Catch up on all the scores, stats, highlights and top fantasy performers of the day below!.

NBA.com Staff

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

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has overtaken Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant as the leading vote-getter and a Toronto Raptor has entered the top 10 at their respective position.

Gilbert McGregor

Running diary from Thursday's action

Headlined by big performances from Luka Doncic, LeBron James, Kyrie Irving and Zach LaVine, catch up on all the scores, stats and highlights from Thursday's games.

NBA.com Staff

Giannis drops 47 but Suns snap Bucks win streak

The Greek Freak missed a potential game-winner on the final possession, which gave the Suns their seventh win in the last eight games behind huge second halves from their backcourt of Chris Paul and Devin Booker.

Yash Matange

Doncic and Young entertain as Mavs' revival continues

Capping off a win with defence on the final possession, the Mavericks beat the Hawks 118-117 to win their fourth of their last five as both superstar point guards didn't disappoint, with their big games.

Yash Matange

All-Star Moment: LaVine erupts for season-high 46 PTS

Zach LaVine and Coby White created NBA history, becoming the first teammates ever to hit eight-plus 3-pointers in the same game!

Benyam Kidane

Kuminga steals the show in Ignite debut

Jonathan Kuminga and Jalen Green, two potential top prospects in the 2021 NBA Draft, made their professional debut in the G League Ignite's first game against the Santa Cruz Warriors. How did the dynamic duo fare in their first NBA contest?

Kyle Irving

NBA, NBPA announce COVID-19 test results

Anyone who has returned a confirmed positive test, or has been identified as having been in close contact to an infected person, is isolated or quarantined until they are cleared under the rules established by the NBA and the Players Association in accordance with CDC guidance.

Official Release

Jazz tie best 25-game start in franchise history

Behind 36 points from Donovan Mitchell, the Jazz defeat the Celtics to improve their league-best record to 20-5 and tie their best 25-game start in franchise history.

Yash Matange

Running diary from Wednesday's action

Big performances from Damian Lillard, Jimmy Butler, Steph Curry and Donovan Mitchell headlined Wednesday's seven-game slate. Catch up on all the scores, stats, news, highlights and top fantasy performers from the day below.

NBA.com Staff

Kerr calls Curry's circus layup 'Jordan-esque'

Curry scored 32 points in 32 minutes, including 16 points in a pivotal third quarter where the Warriors outscored the Spurs 36-20, but everyone was talking about a field goal he made in the closing minutes of the first quarter.

Yash Matange

Kyrie says Nets 'look very average' after 3rd straight loss

After losing to the Detroit Pistons, the Nets now sit at 14-12 on the season.

Benyam Kidane

All-Star Moment: Jerami Grant's bet paying off

The 6'8" forward is having a breakout season this year, nearly doubling his average in every major stat category. In Wednesday's game against the star-studded Nets, he led the Pistons to victory with his fifth 30-point game of this campaign.

Yash Matange

Ignite coach speaks on star prospects' improvements

With the start of the 2021 NBA G League bubble tipping off on Feb. 11, we'll get our first look at potential 2021 NBA Draft prospects Jalen Green and Jonathan Kuminga in action. Ahead of the start of the G League Ignite's season, the two stars and head coach Brian Shaw speak on where they could improve to get ready for the next level.

Kyle Irving

MVP contenders duel as Bucks win 5th straight

Behind a career-game from Khris Middleton and Giannis Antetokounmpo's second-half revival, the Bucks won their fifth straight, beating the Nuggets 125-112 despite 35 points, 12 rebounds, and six assists from Nikola Jokic.

Yash Matange

Running diary from Tuesday's action

LeBron James' overtime heroics led the Lakers to victory, headlining a busy eight-game slate on Tuesday. Catch up on all the day's scores, news, stats and highlights below.

NBA.com Staff

All-Star Moment: Booker's 36 helps Suns win 3rd straight

Missing Chris Paul and Jae Crowder, the Suns rallied in the fourth quarter to edge the Cavaliers 119-113, behind a season-high 36-point performance from Devin Booker.

Benyam Kidane

Ball making starting role his own in Charlotte

Ball's play and impact on the team - backed by his numbers - in his fifth straight start after 20 games of coming off the bench is proving that the team's decision to include him in the starting lineup was right. His game against the Rockets put him alongside some of the NBA's greats like Stephen Curry, Jason Kidd, LeBron James, and Luka Doncic.

Yash Matange

Did the Jazz take the top spot from the Lakers?

The Jazz own the best record in the NBA after winning 15 of their last 16 games, but was it enough to take the top spot from the defending champion Lakers? Which teams made the biggest leap in this week's rankings and who is the new team that entered the top 10 for the first time this season?

All-Star Moment: Fox's big game vs. Kings

The point guard has been a huge reason for the Kings' recent 7-1 record, coming up clutch multiple times. Could he be the franchise's first All-Star guard in over two decades?

Yash Matange

Running diary from Monday's action

It was a super day in the NBA with five games on the docket. From Charlotte to Los Angeles, we've got you covered with final score updates, news, stats and highlights from throughout the day.

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