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Biggest NBA storylines for final stretch of regular season: Will Lakers, Nets get back on track?

With All-Star weekend behind us, our attention shifts focus to the final remaining 20-plus games of the regular season. Will preseason title favorites like the Nets and Lakers turn things around?

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Who is performing at 2022 NBA All-Star Weekend in Cleveland?

Here's everything you need to know about which artists will be performing and when at 2022 NBA All-Star Weekend.

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Raptors' Fred VanVleet joins full list of undrafted players to make NBA All-Star team

Fred VanVleet is one of only five undrafted players in NBA history to ever make an All-Star team.

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DeMar DeRozan feels like a 'proud father' seeing Raptors' Fred VanVleet as an NBA All-Star

DeMar DeRozan and Fred VanVleet spent two seasons together as teammates on the Raptors.

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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins explains how Draymond Green has helped him grow as a defender

"Even if I'm on the bench and he's in the game, just watching his movement, watching what he does, how he anticipates stuff and just picking his brain," Andrew Wiggins said of Draymond Green.

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Ben Simmons going to be 'massive piece' of Nets' championship puzzle, says Patty Mills

Patty Mills talked about his relationship with Ben Simmons and mentioned that he seems to be in a "good place."

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NBA All-Star 2022: Predicting who will win the 3-Point Contest

Some of the league's best shooters are participating in this year's 3-Point Contest. Which one of them will be crowned champion?

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Nobody could've predicted VanVleet's journey

Fred VanVleet has shattered expectation after expectation since going undrafted in 2016, and he's showing no signs of slowing down.

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NBA MVP race: Does Joel Embiid, Nikola Jokic or Giannis Antetokounmpo lead entering 2022 All-Star break?

The MVP race is heading towards a photo finish with Nikola Jokic, Joel Embiid and Giannis Antetokounmpo leading the way entering All-Star Weekend.

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Takeaways from Raptors' promising season heading into All-Star break

The Raptors end their unofficial first half of the season on the right note, picking up a comeback win over the Timberwolves to head into the All-Star break.

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Toronto Raptors vs. Minnesota Timberwolves: Game preview, TV channel, start time, injury report

The Raptors look to get back to their winning ways when they travel to Minnesota to take on the Timberwolves.

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'It's going to be scary': Nets' Ben Simmons on fit with Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, plus possible return date

Ben Simmons spoke to the media for the first time since being traded from the 76ers to the Nets.

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Vinsanity Scale: Rating Joel Embiid's earth-shattering dunk on Jarrett Allen

Joel Embiid's slam over Jarrett Allen is worthy of dunk of the year consideration.

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What's next for Lakers following quiet trade deadline? Buyout market last hope of upgrading roster

The Lakers were one of only a few teams that didn't make a move at Thursday's trade deadline, leaving them with a lot to figure out between now and the playoffs.

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Trade deadline addition of Thaddeus Young makes Raptors even funkier

NBA.com's Scott Rafferty breaks down what Thaddeus Young brings to the Raptors, from his savvy passing to his versatile defense.

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Making sense of Raptors' trade deadline: Thaddeus Young's role, Simmons and Harden dominoes, 2022 draft picks

NBA.com's Scott Rafferty takes a closer look at what the addition of Thaddeus Young means for the Raptors in an Eastern Conference that is shaping up to be even more competitive following a blockbuster trade deadline.

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Latest rumors, news, updates on 2022 NBA trade deadline day

Sporting News will be covering all of the action on deadline day. Follow along right here for the latest news and completed deals.

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How will James Harden fit next to Joel Embiid on 76ers after Ben Simmons trade?

There's no denying that James Harden and Joel Embiid form a dynamic one-two punch, but it won't necessarily be the most seamless fit on either end of the court.

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James Harden, Ben Simmons trade details: Nets, 76ers swap All-Stars in blockbuster deal

The Nets and 76ers have reportedly agreed to a blockbuster deal centered around James Harden and Ben Simmons. Here's everything you need to know about the trade.

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Raptors trade grades: Who won the Spurs deal featuring Thaddeus Young and Goran Dragic?

According to reports, the Raptors are trading Goran Dragic to the Spurs for a package headlined by Thaddeus Young.

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Latest Raptors trade deadline rumours

Follow along for the latest rumours surrounding the Raptors leading up to this season's trade deadline.

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Toronto Raptors trade deadline primer: Possible targets, trade partners, contracts and draft picks

Will the Raptors make a move at the trade deadline? Here's who is likely to be traded and which players Toronto could be pursuing.

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Four NBA trade machine deals that need to happen before Thursday deadline

Ahead of Thursday's highly anticipated trade deadline, our TSN staff share deals they most want to see made.

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Which NBA players have a no-trade clause? Full list of who can veto trades in 2021-22 season

The list includes Brooklyn's Blake Griffin, Milwaukee's Bobby Portis and Atlanta's Lou Williams.

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Raptors' Pascal Siakam speaks on not being named 2022 NBA All-Star

"Obviously for me, I just feel like, I wish I would've made it, but it is what it is," Pascal Siakam said. "I just want to take it every single day at a time and continue to get better."

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Why James Harden could suddenly be open to leaving Nets

Not only are the Nets believed to be "open to discussing" a James Harden-for-Ben Simmons deal ahead of the trade deadline, but the nine-time All-Star is said to be "frustrated in general with his Nets tenure."

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Toronto Raptors vs. Chicago Bulls: Game preview, TV channel, start time, injury report

The Raptors welcome a familiar face to Scotiabank Arena on Thursday when they host the Bulls.

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NBA unveils Kobe Bryant trophy for All-Star Game MVP

The trophy has "intricate details holding dual meanings, both for NBA All-Star and [Kobe] Bryant's legendary career."

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Latest rumors on Simmons for Beal swap

Bradley Beal is reportedly conflicted about his future with the Wizards, but neither him nor his representatives have "officially asked for him to be moved" in the days leading up to the trade deadline.

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Not even Jokic's teammates can keep up with him

A turnover Nikola Jokic committed in Denver's recent win over Milwaukee is a perfect example of what makes the three-time All-Star unlike anyone else in the NBA. How so? NBA Global's Scott Rafferty explains.

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Using blind resumes to determine worthy East All-Star reserves

To figure out which players most deserve to be an All-Star reserve in the Eastern Conference, TSN's Scott Rafferty compares worthy candidates by removing their identity and using only their stats.

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Full list of rookies, sophomores voted as Rising Stars

The Rising Stars tournament will take place on Friday, Feb. 18 at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland.

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A scary reminder of Giannis' limitless ceiling in one play

Giannis Antetokounmpo is still a dunking machine, but he continues to add to his game in ways that should terrify the rest of the NBA.

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Preview: Raptors continue road-heavy stretch at Miami

Tyler Herro played hero for the Heat in their first matchup with the Raptors this season, leading them to victory with a team-high 23 points.

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Ben Simmons trade rumors: 76ers' asking price 'too steep' for Kings

An "eager suitor" for Ben Simmons is reportedly moving on with less than two weeks to go before this season's trade deadline.

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6 burning questions that will shape the NBA trade deadline

TSN's Scott Rafferty takes a closer look at six storylines that will determine how active this season's trade deadline will be.

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One defining stat for each NBA All-Star starter

We now know who will be starting in the 2022 NBA All-Star Game. From LeBron James continuing to defy Father Time to Joel Embiid's much-improved playmaking, here's one stat to know about each starter.

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Damian Lillard injury update: Will Trail Blazers star return this season?

Lillard was originally scheduled to miss six-to-eight weeks following abdominal surgery. Do trades involving CJ McCollum, Larry Nance, Norman Powell and Robert Covington impact his return date?

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Lusia Harris, basketball pioneer, dies at 66

Harris made history in 1977 when the New Orleans Jazz selected her in the NBA Draft, making her the only woman to be officially drafted by an NBA team.

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Games of the week: Giannis, Bucks take centre stage

A strong week for the Bucks could see them move into first place in the Eastern Conference standings.

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How long is Bam Adebayo out?

On Dec. 1, the Heat announced that Bam Adebayo suffered a torn UCL in his right thumb and will undergo surgery.

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Preview: Raptors begin 5-game road trek in Detroit

The Pistons defeated the Raptors in the first matchup between the two teams this season, led by 24 points from Jerami Grant, who is currently sidelined with a right thumb sprain.

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Harden, Irving, Durant make Nets impossible to defend

NBA.com's Scott Rafferty takes a closer look at one possession from Brooklyn's big-time win over Chicago that illustrates the impossible decisions James Harden, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant force teams to make when they're on the court together.

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One key stat driving Morant's leap into stardom

NBA.com's Scott Rafferty takes a closer look at one key stat driving Ja Morant's leap into stardom this season.

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Should Raptors be buyers at trade deadline?

With this season's trade deadline quickly approaching, should the Raptors be buyers or sellers? Our NBA.com staff debates.

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Soundsystem: Time to panic about Nets?

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.

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Will Domantas Sabonis be the best player traded this season?

A two-time All-Star, Domantas Sabonis could be one of the best players available at this season's trade deadline.

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Potential Finals previews headline games to watch

The Warriors, who welcomed Klay Thompson back on Sunday, have a big week ahead of them, starting with a matchup against the red-hot Grizzlies.

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10 players most likely to be traded this season

From Ben Simmons to Jerami Grant, here are the 10 players most likely to be traded between now and the Feb. 10 trade deadline.

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Case for, against Raptors pursuing leading trade candidates

The Raptors are built well for the future but might only be a piece or two away from making some real noise in the Eastern Conference again, making them an interesting team to watch ahead of this season's trade deadline.

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Early look at All-Star locks, likely reserves, potential snubs

The 2022 NBA All-Star Game is still nearly two months away, but it's becoming clearer which players will make it, which players should make it and which players could end up being snubs.

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What channel is Bucks vs. Hornets on tonight?

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 43 points against the Hornets on Saturday, but it wasn't enough for the Bucks to get the win.

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Report: Brooks (ankle) out at least 3-5 weeks

Dillon Brooks suffered the injury in the team's win over the Clippers on Saturday. He was helped off the court and did not return to the game.

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What are realistic expectations for Klay?

The Warriors have one of the best records in the NBA without Klay Thompson. How good are they going to be when he returns?

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Fact or Fiction: Klay's return makes Warriors title favourite

The Warriors already have one of the best records in the NBA without Klay Thompson. With him back, should they now be the consensus favorite to win it all?

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Does Klay's return make Warriors consensus favorite?

The Warriors already have the best record in the NBA without Klay Thompson. With him back, should they now be the consensus favorite to win it all?

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LeBron at center could save Lakers' season

The numbers point to the Lakers being a different team when LeBron James plays center, and the eye test backs it up.

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Potential All-Star locks, reserves and snubs

The 2022 NBA All-Star Game is still nearly two months away, but it's becoming clearer which players will make it, which players should make it and which players could end up being snubs.

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How to watch Lakers vs. Hawks

Two of the league's best scorers in Trae Young and LeBron James will meet on Friday when the Lakers host the Hawks.

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Zion Williamson injury update

Here's everything we know about Zion Williamson's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.

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LeBron at center is a game-changer for Lakers

The Lakers have been playing LeBron James much more at center lately. Wins have still been hard to come by despite him going supernova, but the numbers point to it being a game-changer for Los Angeles.

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Pressing questions facing Kyrie ahead of return

Kyrie Irving is set to return to the Nets as a part-time player. What does that mean and how much of a difference will the seven-time All-Star actually make? Let's take a closer look.

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NBA.com's favourite Dirk moments

Ahead of Dirk Nowitzki's jersey retirement on Jan. 5, members of the NBA Global staff discuss their favourite memories of the Mavericks legend's career.

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Where would Dirk, Carter go in 1998 redraft?

What about Rashard Lewis, Antawn Jamison, Mike Bibby and Jason Williams? Three members of our NBA.com Staff sort through the 1998 NBA Draft, 22 years later.

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Our favorite Dirk Nowitzki memories

Ahead of Dirk Nowitzki's jersey retirement on Jan. 5, members of TSN staff discuss their favorite memories of the Mavericks legend's career.

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Pressing questions facing Kyrie ahead of part-time return

Kyrie Irving is set to return to the Nets as a part-time player. What does that mean and how much of a difference will the seven-time All-Star actually make? Let's take a closer look.

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One key stat fueling Jazz's early-season success

The Jazz have long been known as a defensive team, but it's their offense that has been firing on all cylinders to start the season.

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Preview: Full strength Raptors go for three in a row

Now at full strength, the Raptors go for their third straight victory on Tuesday when they host the Spurs.

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Giannis vs. KD headlines week's best games

This week will see some of the league's best players face-off, starting with the Nets hosting a potential first-time All-Star on Monday and ending with a showdown between two elite wings on Sunday

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SN 50: Did we get the right LeBron season?

TSN's Scott Rafferty and Gilbert McGregor go through LeBron James' historic career to figure out which of his seasons was most deserving to be represented in our 50 greatest seasons in sports history ranking.

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Lowry's return to Toronto gets rescheduled

While we know when the Raptors will face Kyle Lowry for the first time as a member of the Heat, his long-awaited return to Toronto is one of the games affected due to rescheduling.

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DeRozan adding to history of game-winning shots

DeMar DeRozan made history by hitting a game-winning buzzer-beater in back-to-back days, but it's not the first time in his career that he's come up big at the buzzer.

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DeMar DeRozan in the clutch: Every game-winner of the Bulls star's NBA career

DeMar DeRozan made history by hitting a game-winning buzzer-beater in back-to-back days, but it's not the first time in his career that he's come up big at the buzzer.

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Preview: Raptors host Knicks in matinee

The Raptors are one spot behind the Knicks in the Eastern Conference standings entering Sunday's matinee.

Scott Rafferty

VanVleet says All-Star buzz 'means a lot'

Fred VanVleet is currently averaging career-highs of 20.4 points, 6.8 assists and 5.0 rebounds per game while leading the league in minutes.

Scott Rafferty

Lakers' LeBron James declines response to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's criticism of COVID meme

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar wrote in an essay that the meme LeBron James posted on his Instagram was "a blow to his worthy legacy."

Scott Rafferty

The Jazz are in a class of their own offensively

The Jazz will face the Trail Blazers in the Bell Game of the Week, which you can catch on Wednesday at 10:00 p.m. ET on TSN.

Scott Rafferty

Preview: Raptors set to host Embiid, 76ers

Following a 144-99 loss to the Cavaliers, the Raptors return to Toronto for a matchup with Joel Embiid's 76ers.

Scott Rafferty

Magic 'not looking forward to' series on Showtime Lakers

HBO's "Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty" tells the story of the Showtime Lakers, who earned five championships and made eight trips to the NBA Finals in the 1980s.

Scott Rafferty

Pressing questions facing Klay Thompson ahead of return

The Warriors have the best record in the NBA without Klay Thompson. How good are they going to be when he returns?

Scott Rafferty

SGA is doing his best Harden impression

The frequency with which Thunder rising star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is scoring in isolation this season would make James Harden proud.

Scott Rafferty

Games of the week presented by Tissot

This week will see two of the league's leading MVP candidates battle not once but twice, a showdown between Western Conference title hopefuls and some important games for the Trail Blazers.

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Preview: Shorthanded Raptors set to face Cavs

Both the Raptors and Cavaliers are currently dealing with limited rosters due to multiple players being in the NBA's COVID-19 health and safety protocols.

Scott Rafferty

Kemba joins elite company with Christmas triple-double

Kemba Walker finished New York's win over Atlanta on Christmas Day with 10 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds.

Scott Rafferty

Which NBA players have recorded a triple-double on Christmas?

Kemba Walker finished New York's win over Atlanta on Christmas Day with 10 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds.

Scott Rafferty

This season's All-Star starters should be...

On Christmas Day, voting for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game starters begins. There are a lot of games to be played between now and when voting ends, but there are already a number of players making a strong case to be a starter based on their play so far this season. NBA.com's Scott Rafferty takes an early look at five potential starters from both the Western Conference and Eastern Conference.

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What time is Warriors vs. Suns tonight?

Stephen Curry has been two different players against the Suns this season. Which version will show up on Christmas Day?

Scott Rafferty

What channel is Warriors vs. Suns on tonight?

The third meeting between the Warriors and Suns this season will take place on Christmas Day.

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LeBron's Christmas Day stats, records, best games

LeBron James already owns a number of Christmas Day records and stands to earn a few more.

Scott Rafferty

Who should start in the 2022 NBA All-Star Game?

Starting Dec. 25, fans will be able to vote on starters for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game.

Scott Rafferty

Power Rankings: A gift for all 30 teams

In celebration of Christmas Day, we're handing out a gift to each team in the NBA in this week's Power Rankings.

Scott Rafferty

Power Rankings: Handing out gifts to all 30 teams

In celebration of Christmas Day, we're handing out a gift to each team in the NBA in this week's Power Rankings.

Scott Rafferty

How legends performed in Christmas debuts

With Devin Booker set to make his Christmas Day debut, take a look back at how other NBA legends performed on the marquee day.

Scott Rafferty

Will the Nets play Lakers on Christmas Day?

The NBA announced that Thursday's meeting between the Nets and Trail Blazers has been postponed.

Scott Rafferty

DeRozan is NBA's king of the fourth quarter

NBA.com's Scott Rafferty takes a closer look at one specific number that shows how valuable DeMar DeRozan has been to the Bulls this season.

Scott Rafferty

Will Luka Doncic play on Christmas Day?

Including Luka Doncic, the Mavericks currently have seven players in health and safety protocols.

Scott Rafferty

NBA's hardship exception, explained

The Bulls recently used the NBA's hardship exception to sign multiple players without having to make any cuts.

Scott Rafferty

Preview: Raptors look to cool off DeRozan, Bulls

The Raptors and Bulls are scheduled to meet on Wednesday, but each team has five players in the NBA's COVID-19 health and safety protocols.

Scott Rafferty

One key stat driving DeRozan's MVP case

When it comes to winning time, DeMar DeRozan has delivered time and time again for the Bulls this season.

Scott Rafferty

Is KAT the "greatest big man shooter" ever?

Karl-Anthony Towns certainly has a case, but there's one particular player who might have something to say about his bold take.

Scott Rafferty

VanVleet, Flynn enter COVID protocols

The Raptors now have five players in health and safety protocols, with Fred VanVleet and Malachi Flynn joining Pascal Siakam, Dalano Banton and Gary Trent Jr.

Scott Rafferty

What's next for Goran Dragic?

Goran Dragic has appeared in only five games this season and is no longer with the team for personal reasons. What led to his removal from the rotation and what is his future with the Raptors?

Scott Rafferty

Fast facts on Raptors' latest reported signings

On the same day as these signings, it was reported that Gary Trent Jr. has entered the NBA's health and safety protocols, joining Raptors teammates Pascal Siakam and Dalano Banton.

Scott Rafferty

Why the Raptors and Magic aren't playing tonight

The Raptors were scheduled to play the Magic on Monday, but it was one of five games postponed by the NBA over the weekend.

Scott Rafferty

Is KAT the "greatest big man shooter" ever?

Karl-Anthony Towns certainly has a case, but there's one particular player who might have something to say about his bold take.

Scott Rafferty

What is the G League Showcase?

Lance Stephenson, Mario Chalmers, Shabazz Muhammad, Mac McClung and Freddie Gillespie are among the players expected to play in this year's G League Showcase.

Scott Rafferty

How many games will Trae Young miss?

Trae Young is averaging 27.3 points, 9.3 assists, 4.0 rebounds and 1.0 steals per game this season.

Scott Rafferty

NBA reportedly postpones multiple Sunday games

Two games have reportedly been postponed on Sunday, and there's a possibility there will be a third.

Scott Rafferty

Is KAT the "greatest big man shooter" ever?

Karl-Anthony Towns certainly has a case, but there's one particular player who might have something to say about his bold take.

Scott Rafferty

Kerr praises Scotiabank Arena's unique 'buzz'

Steve Kerr's comment came prior to Golden State's matchup with Toronto, which saw Fred VanVleet lead the Raptors to a commanding win with a near triple-double.

Scott Rafferty

VanVleet speaks on Curry's incredible influence

Fred VanVleet says Stephen Curry "made it possible" for him to be in the NBA with the way he revolutionized 3-point shooting.

Scott Rafferty

Wiggins will cherish assisting Curry's record-setting 3

Warriors big man Draymond Green, meanwhile, joked that Andrew Wiggins "never passes out of that play."

Scott Rafferty

Can anyone break Curry's record?

Will anyone have a shot at breaking Stephen Curry's 3-point field goals record?

Carlan Gay

Curry becomes NBA's all-time leader in 3s made

Stephen Curry already holds the record for most career 3-pointers made in the playoffs and he just passed Ray Allen for most all-time in the regular season.

Scott Rafferty

Stephen Curry is the NBA's all-time leader in 3s made

Stephen Curry already holds the record for most career 3-pointers made in the playoffs and he just surpassed Ray Allen for most all-time in the regular season.

Scott Rafferty

Draymond Green addresses Golden State's travel delay

Draymond Green didn't seem pleased with the Warriors having to travel on the same day of Golden State's matchup with New York.

Scott Rafferty

Damian Lillard trade rumors timeline

Damian Lillard's name has been in the news a lot lately, but he hasn't been shy about responding to rumors.

Scott Rafferty

Is Stephen Curry playing tonight?

Stephen Curry enters Tuesday's game against the Knicks two 3-pointers away from the all-time record.

Scott Rafferty

Lakers, Knicks join potential Simmons destinations

Trade talks surrounding Ben Simmons are heating up as we approach Dec. 15, the date that many of the players who signed contracts in the offseason become eligible to be traded.

Scott Rafferty

Lakers, Knicks join potential Ben Simmons destinations

Trade talks surrounding Ben Simmons are heating up as we approach Dec. 15, the date that many of the players who signed contracts in the offseason become eligible to be traded.

Scott Rafferty

VanVleet announces scholarship for Black or Indigenous student

"I would love for this scholarship to be the catalyst to start a young person's career, that platform that they need to get access to the resources, information and education," said Fred VanVleet.

Scott Rafferty

Games of the week presented by Tissot

This week will see LeBron James and Luka Doncic go head-to-head, Stephen Curry make a trip to Madison Square Garden and two of the best teams in the Eastern Conference battle.

Scott Rafferty

VanVleet speaks on Barnes' sky-high potential

Fred VanVleet had a lot to say about Scottie Barnes following his all-around performance against the Knicks.

Scott Rafferty

LeBron calls Curry 'once-in-a-lifetime' talent

LeBron James would know, as he and Stephen Curry have had their fair share of battles through the years.

Scott Rafferty

LeBron calls Curry 'once-in-a-lifetime' talent

LeBron James would know, as he and Stephen Curry have had their fair share of battles through the years.

Scott Rafferty

Why Dec. 15 is an important date in the NBA

December 15 is one of the dates on the NBA calendar every general manager likely has circled. Here's why.

Scott Rafferty

Is Ben Simmons the answer for Trail Blazers?

According to a Friday report from ESPN, trade talks involving Ben Simmons have gained momentum in the last few days. What would it take for the Trail Blazers to get the three-time All-Star and would Simmons and Damian Lillard even make sense as a duo?

Scott Rafferty

Jokic is playing games with defenders in the post

Nikola Jokic had one of his finest games of the season in Denver's overtime win against New Orleans. In the process, he showed why he might be the best post-up player in the league.

Scott Rafferty

Nikola Jokic is playing games with defenders in the post

Nikola Jokic had one of his finest games of the season in Denver's overtime win against New Orleans. In the process, he showed why he might be the best post-up player in the league.

Scott Rafferty

OG, Dort headline All-Underpaid Team

One member of the NBA Global staff created a team made up of six players — a starting five and sixth man — of players who are outplaying their current contracts. Who joins OG Anunoby and Luguentz Dort?

Scott Rafferty

Jokic, Curry headline All-Underpaid Team

One member of the Sporting News staff created a team made up of six players — a starting five and sixth man — who are outplaying their current contracts.

Scott Rafferty

Doncic acknowledges his conditioning needs to be better

Luka Doncic's comments come following Brooklyn's come-from-behind victory over Dallas.

Scott Rafferty

Preview: Raptors look to keep momentum going

Winners of two in a row, Toronto's homestand continues with a matchup against Oklahoma City, which is led by two Canadians in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luguentz Dort.

Scott Rafferty

Luka Doncic acknowledges his conditioning needs to be better

Luka Doncic's comments come following Brooklyn's come-from-behind victory over Dallas.

Scott Rafferty

The latest on Anunoby's hip injury

Raptors forward OG Anunoby suffered a hip injury during practice and is said to be out for "the foreseeable future."

Scott Rafferty

Who has better all-time team: Lakers or Celtics?

Ahead of the second and final matchup between the Lakers and Celtics in the 2021-22 season, two members of NBA.com's Global staff had a go at building an all-time team for each franchise.

Scott Rafferty

Building the greatest Lakers, Celtics team of all time

Ahead of the second and final matchup between the Lakers and Celtics in the 2021-22 season, two members of The Sporting News' staff had a go at building an all-time team for each franchise.

Scott Rafferty

Would Simmons and Lillard fit?

Damian Lillard reportedly "would like to play with" Ben Simmons. What would it take for the Trail Blazers to get the three-time All-Star and would they even make sense as a duo?

Scott Rafferty

Report: Lillard 'would like to play with' Simmons

Damian Lillard reportedly intends to give the Trail Blazers time to find a new leader of basketball operations following the firing of Neil Olshey, but he "still wants significant changes to the roster."

Scott Rafferty

Damian Lillard 'would like to play' with Ben Simmons

Damian Lillard reportedly intends to give the Trail Blazers time to find a new leader of basketball operations following the firing of Neil Olshey, but he "still wants significant changes to the roster."

Scott Rafferty

Six times Klay Thompson broke basketball

14 made 3-pointers. 60 points in less than 30 minutes. 10 straight 3s. 37 points in a single quarter. You can't tell the story of Klay Thompson without these historic performances.

Scott Rafferty

Six times Klay Thompson broke basketball

14 made 3-pointers. 60 points in less than 30 minutes. 10 straight 3s. 37 points in a single quarter. There's nothing quite like Klay Thompson catching fire.

Scott Rafferty

Are Nets, Bucks in a class of their own in the East?

Where can we place the teams at the top of the Eastern Conference? Two members of the NBA.com staff debate about where each team belongs through a quarter of the 2021-22 NBA season.

Scott Rafferty

Vinsanity Scale: Grading JTA's poster on McGee

Juan Toscano-Anderson submitted a Dunk of the Year candidate with his poster on JaVale McGee.

Scott Rafferty

Are Nets, Bucks in a class of their own in Eastern Conference?

Two members of The Sporting News' staff debate about where each team belongs in the Eastern Conference through a quarter of the 2021-22 NBA season.

Scott Rafferty

Lillard mentions Dort among NBA's best defenders

Luguentz Dort continues to receive praise from some of the league's best players, this time from Damian Lillard.

Scott Rafferty

How Suns forced Curry into worst shooting night of career

On Tuesday, the Suns limited Stephen Curry to 12 points on 4-for-21 shooting from the field. How'd they do it? A lot of Mikal Bridges and a lot of Deandre Ayton.

Scott Rafferty

What channel is Warriors vs. Suns on tonight?

The Suns defeated the Warriors in a thriller earlier this week to win their 17th straight game, tying a franchise record.

Scott Rafferty

How Suns brought Stephen Curry down to earth

On Tuesday, the Suns limited Stephen Curry to 12 points on 4-for-21 shooting from the field. How'd they do it? A lot of Mikal Bridges and a lot of Deandre Ayton.

Scott Rafferty

Giddey, Mobley named Rookies of the Month

Toronto's Scottie Barnes and Houston's Jalen Green were among the other nominees.

Scott Rafferty

Preview: Raptors host Giannis, defending champs

Milwaukee is coming off of a thrilling win in which Giannis Antetokounmpo put on a show with a near 40-point triple-double and hit the game-winning layup.

Scott Rafferty

Warriors, Suns in league of their own in Western Conference

On Friday (10:00 p.m. ET on TSN), two of the best teams in the Western Conference will go head-to-head when the Warriors host the red-hot Suns.

Scott Rafferty

Is DeMar DeRozan destined for the Hall of Fame?

DeMar DeRozan has already accomplished a lot in his NBA career and is showing no signs of slowing down.

Scott Rafferty

How long will the Trail Blazers be without Lillard?

The Trail Blazers announced on Wednesday that Damian Lillard will be sidelined with an abdominal strain.

Scott Rafferty

Can Raptors get back on track in December?

The Raptors will be at home for most of the month of December, which may not be a good thing considering their struggles at Scotiabank Arena so far this season.

Scott Rafferty

Kristaps Porzingis injures ankle in loss to Cavaliers

Kristaps Porzingis has found his groove following a slow start, averaging 22.7 points, 8.6 rebounds and 1.7 blocks over his last nine games.

Scott Rafferty

Why is Kemba Walker no longer starting?

Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau revealed before the team's matchup with the Nets that Kemba Walker will no longer be in the rotation.

Scott Rafferty

What's going on with Raptors defence?

The Raptors were one of the better defensive teams in the league to start the season. Since then, not so much. It's still early, but there are a few things in particular that the Raptors are struggling with on that end of the court.

Scott Rafferty

Warriors, Suns in league of their own out west

Now that each team has played around 20 games, how is the Western Conference shaping up?

Scott Rafferty

How Warriors' record compares to best starts in NBA history

Few teams in NBA history have gotten off to as strong of a start as this season's Warriors.

Scott Rafferty

Report: Porter Jr. to undergo back surgery

Michael Porter Jr. left Denver's matchup with Houston on Nov. 6 with a back injury and hasn't taken the court since.

Scott Rafferty

Preview: Raptors open homestand vs. Celtics

The Raptors return to Toronto, where they will play 10 of their next 11 games. Up first? A matchup with the Celtics, who the Raptors have already faced twice this season.

Scott Rafferty

What we learned from Raptors' road trip

The Raptors are returning to Toronto following a six-game road trip that shined a light on some of this team's greatest strengths and weaknesses.

Scott Rafferty

Is DeRozan destined for the Hall of Fame?

DeMar DeRozan has already accomplished a lot in his NBA career and is showing no signs of slowing down.

Scott Rafferty

Preview: Raptors close road trip vs. Pacers

Fred VanVleet finished with 26 points and 10 rebounds in Toronto's first meeting with Indiana this season.

Scott Rafferty

Way-too-early 2020 NBA Redraft

On the one-year anniversary of the 2020 NBA Draft, our NBA Global staff held a redraft of the lottery.

Scott Rafferty

Gasol reveals next chapter in his career

The No. 48 pick in the 2007 NBA Draft, Marc Gasol played 13 seasons in the NBA, posting career averages of 14.0 points, 7.4 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.4 blocks per game.

Scott Rafferty

Taking the temperature of trends around the NBA

Through the first month of the season, which players and teams are trending upward or downward?

Kyle Irving

Why Warriors should and shouldn't pursue Ben Simmons trade

How would Ben Simmons fit on the Warriors? Would a win-now move make them clear championship favorites?

Carlan Gay

Why Warriors should and shouldn't pursue Ben Simmons trade

How would Ben Simmons fit on the Warriors? Would a win-now move make them clear championship favorites?

Carlan Gay

Preview: Grizzlies host Raptors following big-time win

The Raptors' road trip continues with a matchup against the Grizzlies, who are coming off of a big-time win over the Jazz.

Scott Rafferty

What channel is Nets vs. Celtics on tonight?

Two of the league's best duos will go head-to-head when the Celtics host the Nets on Wednesday.

Scott Rafferty

Lowry calls Toronto home, reiterates plan to retire a Raptor

Kyle Lowry talked about his final season with the Raptors, his decision to join the Heat and his love for Toronto in an interview with Marc J. Spears of The Undefeated.

Scott Rafferty

LeBron suspended for hit on Stewart

LeBron James earned the second ejection of his career after striking Pistons center Isaiah Stewart in the face.

Scott Rafferty

How many games will LeBron James miss with his suspension?

LeBron James earned the second ejection of his career after striking Pistons center Isaiah Stewart in the face.

Scott Rafferty

Kevin Durant (shoulder) available vs. Cavaliers

Kevin Durant recently told the media that it's an injury he's been playing through and getting treatment on.

Scott Rafferty

Durant (shoulder) available vs. Cavaliers

Kevin Durant recently told the media that it's an injury he's been playing through and getting treatment on.

Scott Rafferty

Power Rankings: One thing each team is thankful for

NBA Christmas Day is still a month away, but as our friends in the United States celebrate Thanksgiving, we take a closer look at what each team in the league is thankful for at this point of the season.

Scott Rafferty

Power Rankings: What each team is most thankful for

Heading into Thanksgiving, we take a closer look at what each team in the league is thankful for more than a month into the 2021-22 season.

Scott Rafferty

Curry's breaking teams without touching the ball

Stephen Curry's 40-point performance in Golden State's come-from-behind win over Cleveland was a masterclass in how to move off-ball.

Scott Rafferty

Preview: Can slumping Raptors get back on track?

The road trip continues for the Raptors with a stop in Sacramento. Losers of three straight, can Toronto get back on track?

Scott Rafferty

Stephen Curry's breaking teams without touching the ball

Stephen Curry's 40-point performance in Golden State's come-from-behind win over Cleveland was a masterclass in how to move off-ball.

Scott Rafferty

The 30 stars who could be on Philly's list for Simmons

The Athletic's Sam Amick reported that there are "approximately 30 players" who would satisfy the 76ers in a trade for Ben Simmons. So... who could those players be?

Scott Rafferty

Report: 76ers interested in 'approximately 30 players' for Simmons

The list is said to feature Damian Lillard and Bradley Beal, as well as Nets star James Harden.

Scott Rafferty

76ers interested in 'approximately 30 players' in Simmons swap

The list is said to feature Damian Lillard and Bradley Beal, as well as Nets star James Harden.

Scott Rafferty

Much more to OG's improvement than the numbers

A hip injury will sideline OG Anunoby for "a while," hitting the pause button on what has been a breakout season so far for the Raptors forward. His numbers paint only part of the picture of the strides he's making as an on-ball creator.

Scott Rafferty

2020 NBA Redraft: Ball rises to No. 1; Wiseman falls

On the one-year anniversary of the 2020 NBA Draft, our Sporting News staff held a redraft of the lottery.

Scott Rafferty

Preview: Grueling road trip continues for Raptors

Utah's high-powered offence will be a good test for Toronto's defence, which needs to get back on track for the Raptors to get back to their winning ways.

Scott Rafferty

PG reacts to STAPLES Center name change

"I grew up this being STAPLES and STAPLES being the place to play and the place to be," Paul George said. "It'll definitely be weird."

Scott Rafferty

Paul George reacts to surprising STAPLES Center name change

"I grew up this being STAPLES and STAPLES being the place to play and the place to be," Paul George said. "It'll definitely be weird."

Scott Rafferty

There's no stopping Durant from midrange

Kevin Durant has long been a midrange assassin, but he's kicked his efficiency from that distance to a terrifying level to start this season.

Scott Rafferty

What channel is 76ers vs. Jazz on tonight?

The second TNT game on Tuesday will see the 76ers continue their six-game road trip with a stop in Utah.

Scott Rafferty

Will Lillard play against the Raptors?

The Trail Blazers were without Damian Lillard on Sunday due to an abdominal injury, marking the six-time All-Star's first missed game of the season.

Scott Rafferty

Curry and Green's connection is one-of-a-kind

One of the nine 3-pointers Stephen Curry made against the Bulls shined a light on his punishing connection with Draymond Green.

Scott Rafferty

Is it too soon to sound the alarm for these teams?

Three members of our NBA Global staff break out the panic meter to weigh in on teams that entered the season with high expectations but are off to slow starts.

Micah Adams

Are Curry and Green the NBA's most punishing duo?

One of the nine 3-pointers Stephen Curry made against the Bulls shined a light on his punishing connection with Draymond Green.

Scott Rafferty

Curry makes more history in win over Bulls

Stephen Curry led the Warriors in their win over the Bulls and made some more history along the way.

Scott Rafferty

Stephen Curry makes more history in win over Bulls

Stephen Curry led the Warriors in their win over the Bulls and made some more history along the way.

Scott Rafferty

Sound the alarm on these slow starters

Three members of our Sporting News staff break out the panic meter to weigh in on teams that entered the season with high expectations but are off to slow starts.

Scott Rafferty

League Pass primer for Friday

The weekend begins with a loaded NBA slate, featuring a number of intriguing matchups on League Pass.

Scott Rafferty

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