'Big step': Embiid logs triple-double in 46 minutes
Joel Embiid put up a 32-point triple-double vs. the Rockets on Thursday. More importantly, he played 46 minutes -- the most he had played in a regular-season game in more than three years. ...
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NBA eyes more Abu Dhabi games after extension
The NBA and Abu Dhabi's department of culture and tourism have extended their partnership, with the league agreeing to continue bringing preseason games to the Middle East. ...
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Giannis cites chemistry, selfish play after routs
Giannis Antetokounmpo says chemistry issues might be contributing to the Bucks' recent penchant for lopsided losses. ...
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First prison sentence issued for NBA bet scandal
A self-proclaimed gambling addict was sentenced to two years in prison for his role in a betting scandal involving NBA players Terry Rozier and Jontay Porter. ...
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Dubs don't envision Butler trade despite ACL tear
Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy told reporters he has no plans to move Jimmy Butler's contract at the trade deadline, despite the veteran forward suffering a season-ending ACL tear. ...
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🐝 Latest buzz: League-wide updates, trades, intel
Catch up on the latest buzz, trade alerts and league intel from our ESPN NBA insiders. ...
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'She fired everyone': Inside the Buss family's $10B sale of the Lakers
The post-Jerry Buss era was defined by resentment, dysfunction and conflict -- and ended with the loss of the most valuable family-owned franchise in the world. ...
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Report card: Flagg 'better than advertised'
Halfway through a turbulent rookie season, here's what execs and scouts are saying about Cooper Flagg. ...
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Why Cooper Flagg is NOT atop our midseason rookie rankings
With the NBA now at the midpoint of its season, ESPN analyst Zach Kram ranks the top 10 rookies based on their performance. ...
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Knicks win by franchise-best 54, end 4-game skid
The Knicks ended their four-game losing streak Wednesday night with the most lopsided victory in franchise history, beating the Nets 120-66. ...
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NBA midseason debate: Are the Thunder in trouble? Can the Clippers really climb in the West?
ESPN analysts Zach Kram and Kevin Pelton break down the league's biggest storylines from leading challengers to surprise contenders. ...
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Midseason grades: Expectations exceeded, short-lived runs and what to watch
Kevin Pelton gives a grade for all 30 teams halfway through the season. Which teams exceeded expectations? ...
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Report card: Flagg 'better than advertised
Halfway through a turbulent rookie season, here's what execs and scouts are saying about Cooper Flagg. ...
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Bucks' Porter (oblique) won't play 'anytime soon'
Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. will miss Wednesday's game against the Thunder with a strained oblique and "won't be able to play anytime soon," coach Doc Rivers said. ...
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'I was a deer in headlights': What it was like to defend Kobe
Years after Kobe dropped 81, those who went up against him shared what it was like to face the Black Mamba. ...
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