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Highlights, scores from Wednesday's action

The Lakers kept their chances of avoiding the Play-In Tournament alive, while the Blazers and Mavericks edge closer to securing their playoff spots. Catch up on Wednesday's games below.

NBA.com Staff

Evaluating the 2020 moves of teams set to miss the playoffs

For the 20 teams heading to the play-in games and beyond, the real season is just starting. For the ten teams who fell short of that bar, however, the year is mercifully coming to an end. Going back to last offseason and re-evaluating the moves made by that bottom-third of the league is a fascinating exercise. It would be fair to expect mostly bad moves from those teams but, in reality, there are a surprising number of positives to take one season later.

Matthew Blum

Jordan Brand has the next generation covered

Jordan Brand brought in its first signature athletes in 1997 and while a number of Hall of Famers have worn the Jumpman in the past decades, the brand has never put forth a roster quite like the one it has in 2021.

Gilbert McGregor

Highlights, top performers from Monday's action

As the race for playoff seeding heats up, we had a busy six-game slate on deck for Monday. Take a look back at all the action from the six games.

NBA.com Staff

Second-year players that could impact the postseason

As the 2021 NBA Playoffs near, there are a number of players that can ride the momentum of their sophomore seasons into an impactful postseason run. Among them are the top three picks in the 2019 NBA Draft, a group of players that will quickly become comfortable on the playoff stage.

Gilbert McGregor

Highlights, top performers from Sunday's action

Sunday was set for a packed slate with a number of games that hold playoff implications, headlined by a massive matchup between the Celtics and Heat, the Knicks and Clippers and Suns and Lakers.

NBA.com Staff

Lonzo tops LaMelo in battle of Ball brothers

The New Orleans Pelicans are clinging to hopes of reaching the Play-In Tournament. A 112-110 win over the Charlotte Hornets keeps them alive, with Lonzo and LaMelo Ball battling down the stretch in an entertaining matchup.

Kane Pitman

Pelicans blame officiating for Zion's fractured finger

Second-year Pelicans superstar Zion Williamson is out indefinitely with a fractured finger — which the Pelicans blame primarily on NBA officiating.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Highlights, top performers from Friday's action!

A huge ten game slate filled Friday night, with a number of game carrying significant Play-In implications including a battle between the Lakers and Trail Blazers. Keep it right here for all the final scores, news, highlights and top performers!

NBA.com Staff

Zion out indefinitely with a fractured left finger

The New Orleans Pelicans hopes of reaching the Play-In Tournament have suffered a major blow, with Zion Williamson to be sidelined with a fractured left ring finger. New Orleans are 2.0 games back of the final seed with five games to play.

Kane Pitman

Highlights, top performers from Tuesday's action

Seven games on Tuesday night, included a re-match of the classic game from two nights ago between the Brooklyn Nets and Milwaukee Bucks.

NBA.com Staff

Draymond leads Warriors to become Marvel champion

The Golden State Warriors topped the New Orleans Pelicans in the first ever Marvel Arena of Heroes game. The game carried significant playoff implications, with the Warriors delivering a big blow to the Pelicans hopes of making the Play-In tournament.

Kane Pitman

Marvel Moments of the Game

For 48 minutes we got to see some of the NBA's best show off their basketball superpowers, headlined by Steph Curry, Draymond Green and Zion Williamson in a special Marvel-themed broadcast.

Benyam Kidane

Highlights from Saturday's action

Saturday's 10-game slate delivered plenty of memorable performances as the race for playoff seeding continues to take shape. Catch up on all the action below.

NBA.com Staff

Zion outduels Edwards in battle of No.1 picks

Zion Williamson (37 points) powered the New Orleans Pelicans to a 140-136 win over Anthony Edwards (29 points), snapping their four-game win streak.

Benyam Kidane

Top performers, highlights from Thursday's games

The NBA season continues with six games on Thursday night. We've got you covered below with final scores, updates, news, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Pelicans' Zion Williamson on controversial no-call vs. Nuggets: 'I've got to earn my respect'

Williamson is third in the league in free throw attempts per game (8.6) behind only Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (9.9) and Hawks guard Trae Young (8.8).

Jordan Greer

Top performers, highlights from Wednesday's games

Ten games filled the schedule on Wednesday night, with playoff implications littered throughout. Play-In tournament seeding and postseason clinches were all on the line in a series of intriguing matchups. Keep up to date with all the final scores, news, highlights and top performers right here!

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, top performers from Monday's action

There were 11 NBA games to watch out for on Monday. Follow along for final scores, news, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Keeping track of the Play-In Tournament race

The race for spots in the Play-In Tournament is on, with a number of teams still battling for seeding with less than a month left in the regular season.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, scores from Saturday's action

The NBA season continued with an action-packed eight-game slate. With 16 teams in action, we've got you covered below with final scores, news updates, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers from a full day of action.

NBA.com Staff

Shorthanded Nets hand Zion, Pelicans key loss

Irving scored 24 of his 32 in the second half as the seven Nets scored in double figures in the 134-129 victory. With this loss, their fourth straight, New Orleans slump to a record of 25-33 and are running out of time to make a run for a play-in spot in the West.

Yash Matange

Highlights, top performers from Tuesday's action

With the race for playoff spots heating up, we've had an action-packed five-game slate on Tuesday. Follow along for all the final scores, stats and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

NBA Cloth Talk: Signature shoes, PEs and new endorsements

Welcome into another edition of NBA Cloth Talk, where we delve into all things style in the league. This time around, surrounding the official debut of Zion Williamson's first signature shoe with Jordan Brand, we're talking about stars around that league who have their own signature model. We also dive into some of the NBA's newest sneaker brand ambassadors and highlight a handful of Canadians like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jamal Murray who have recently made a splash in sneaker culture.

Gilbert McGregor

Zion Williamson stirs pot with comments on Knicks fans, Madison Square Garden: 'I love playing here'

The rumor mill stirs.

Joe Rivera

Randle, Knicks look primed for postseason

Winners of six in a row, Julius Randle and the Knicks are building momentum with less than a month remaining in the regular season. As it inches closer to ending an eight-year postseason drought, New York is showing that its capable of making noise at that stage.

Gilbert McGregor

Highlights, scores from Sunday's action

With a month remaining until the league's Play-In Tournament, the NBA season rolled on with an eight-game slate and a few marquee matchups. We've got you covered with the best from each one.

NBA.com Staff

Stan Van Gundy furious with Pelicans' late-game execution vs. Knicks: 'No excuse whatsoever'

The Pelicans had a complete mental breakdown against the Knicks on Sunday.

Jordan Greer

Highlights and top performers from Friday's games

There were 11 NBA games to look forward to on Friday! Follow along for final scores, highlights and stats from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Vote: What is the Dunk of the Year?

Anthony Edwards almost jumping over Yuta Watanabe. Miles Bridges going full Vince Carter on Clint Capela. Kawhi Leonard putting Deandre Ayton on a poster. There have been a number of dunks this season worthy of the Dunk of the Year title, but which one is the front-runner heading into the final stretch?

Scott Rafferty

Highlights & top performers from Wednesday's action

From Luka Doncic's game-winning heroics to Steph Curry's red-hot shooting night and triple-doubles from Jokic and Westbrook, there was no shortage of standout performances around the NBA on Wednesday.

NBA.com Staff

Keeping track of the Play-In Tournament race

The race for spots in the Play-In Tournament is on, with a number of teams still battling for seeding as the final month of the regular season arrives.

NBA.com Staff

Zion continues dominant run

Zion Williamson is putting up historic numbers for a New Orleans Pelicans team that remains in the play-in tournament picture.

Kane Pitman

Highlight's & top performers from Monday's action

The NBA season continued with an eight-game schedule and plenty to follow with 16 teams in action. Below, we've got you covered with final scores, news, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers from the day.

NBA.com Staff

Sunday's recap!

The NBA season rolled on with a 10 game slate and plenty of action to follow. If you missed any of the action we've got you covered with final scores, news, stats and highlights from each one, as well as the day's top fantasy performers.

NBA.com Staff

Siblings Day: How many are in the NBA?

From the two Ball brothers a trio of Antetokounmpos and Holidays, the NBA family continues to grow in more ways than one.

Gilbert McGregor

Behind career-game, Zion bullies 76ers

Coming off a down performance by his own lofty standards, Zion Williamson was utterly dominant in leading the Pelicans to big win at home over the Sixers.

Kane Pitman

Friday's highlights & top performers

There were nine games of NBA action this Friday night with a handful of must-see matchups. We'll have you covered with final scoress, highlights and more from all the action.

NBA.com Staff

Zion is dominating the paint like Shaq

A 20-year-old who still hasn't played a full season's worth of games doing things we haven't seen since arguably the most physically dominant player of all-time? Yeah ... Zion Williamson is special.

Scott Rafferty

KD's perfect return in Brooklyn's big win

The Brooklyn Nets continue to roll with a blowout win over the New Orleans Pelicans sparked by the return of Kevin Durant.

Kane Pitman

Wednesday's recap

Kevin Durant made a perfect return, the Knicks lost another heartbreaker and the Suns and Jazz played out a classic. Catch up on a busy night around the association with the scores, news and highlights!

NBA.com Staff

Nets injury updates: Will Kevin Durant, James Harden play vs. Pelicans?

Kevin Durant, James Harden and Kyrie Irving have only played in seven games together since Harden joined the Nets in January.

Jordan Greer

Highlights & top performers Tuesday's action

Standout performances from Nikola Vucevic, Paul George, Nikola Jokic and Steph Curry headlined Wednesday's busy eight-game slate. Catch up on all the scores and highlights below.

NBA.com Staff

Zion & Hawks trade NBA records in IT's return

Zion Williamson tied Shaquille O'Neal's unique scoring streak but the Hawks ran away with this one behind a record-breaking 3-point barrage in the third quarter of a game, that was highlighted by the return of Isaiah Thomas to the NBA floor.

Yash Matange

Sunday's highlights & top performers

There were seven games to look forward to on Sunday, including Rajon Rondo's debut with the Clippers. Follow along for the final scores, stats, highlights and scores from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

How Isaiah Thomas will honor Kobe Bryant as he makes NBA return with Pelicans

Thomas is bringing a "Mamba Mentality" to New Orleans.

Jordan Greer

Friday's highlights and top performers

Ten games on tap for Friday night including a marquee matchup in Portland between the Blazers and Bucks.

Kane Pitman

NAW is seizing the opportunity in front of him

Nickeil Alexander-Walker has started the last six games for the Pelicans and might be playing the best basketball of his early NBA career. The Canadian is beginning to show the potential that many thought he had coming out of Virginia Tech. All he needed was a chance.

Carlan Gay

Thursay's highlights & top performers

With the play-in tournament just over a month away, the race for playoff seeding is heating up. A seven game slate on Thursday saw a number of those teams jostling for positions meet in an exciting night of hoops around the NBA.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, top performers from Monday's action

We had 11 games around the Association tonight, with no shortage of blockbuster performances. Catch up on all the final scores, stats, and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Clutch Zion takes over late vs. Mavs

Just about 24 hours after setting a new career-high, Zion Williamson came mighty close to recording another one. The 20-year-old erupted for 38 against the Mavericks, however more importantly, he came up clutch as the Pelicans used a 18-8 game-sealing run to win 112-103.

Yash Matange

Highlights, top performers from Friday's action

A massive ten game slate filled the schedule on Friday, with a number of new faces suiting up for teams as the dust settles on the trade deadline.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights & top performers from Tuesday's action

We had six games around the Association on Tuesday and we've got you covered with all the final scores, news, stats, highlights and top fantasy performers from each game below.

NBA.com Staff

Lakers continue slump as deadline approaches

After coming out of the All-Star break on a 4-0 run, the Lakers are now 0-3 since LeBron James suffered an ankle injury, while Anthony Davis remains sidelined with a calf strain.

Benyam Kidane

Soundsystem: Should we expect a busy 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

Canadian Rising Stars step up on Sunday

Due to injuries with the Oklahoma City Thunder and New Orleans Pelicans, both Luguentz Dort and Nickeil Alexander-Walker were forced to step into bigger roles on Sunday. As each stepped up to lead their respective teams to victory, they provided a glimpse into their potential for the future.

Gilbert McGregor

Highlights & top performers from Sunday's action

The NBA season continued Sunday, with a busy 10-game slate. We've got you covered with final scores, stats, highlights and top fantasy performers with 20 teams in action.

NBA.com Staff

NBA trade rumors: Why acquiring Pelicans' Lonzo Ball could be tough task for Clippers

Could Ball find his way back to Los Angeles before the 2021 NBA trade deadline?

Jordan Greer

Would Lonzo trade make sense for Clippers, Pelicans?

According to Marc Stein of The New York Times, the Clippers are "exploring trade routes" to acquire Lonzo Ball from the Pelicans before the trade deadline on March 25. Let's take a look at what a potential trade might look like for both sides.

Scott Rafferty

Highlights & top performers from Thursday

Six games on the ticket for Thursday night including a showdown between LaMelo Ball and LeBron James as the surging Charlotte Hornets looked to continue their strong play.

NBA.com Staff

Putting Dame's clutch 50-piece into perspective

Lillard iced a 17-point comeback with the game-winning free-throws, capping off a 25-7 run by the Portland Trail Blazers against the visiting Pelicans, to win 125-124.

Yash Matange

NBA world reacts to Lillard's epic night

Damian Lillard scored 20 of his 50 points in the fourth quarter and had Twitter buzzing post-game.

Benyam Kidane

Highlights & top performers from Tuesday's action

Tuesday's seven-game slate served up plenty of superstar performances and we've got you covered with all the final scores, stats and highlights from each game below.

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

Highlights & top performers from Sunday's action

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

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, top performers from Friday'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

Highlights, top performers from Thursday'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

This isn't the DeRozan we've come to know

DeMar DeRozan dominated San Antonio's win over New Orleans a couple of weeks ago, coming up with 32 points and 11 assists. Scoring at a high rate is nothing new for DeRozan, but he's facilitating in a way this season we've never before seen from him. One particular pass he made against the Pelicans shined a light on his growth as a passer.

Scott Rafferty

The One Year Away All-Stars

A number of players were left just short of achieving that first-time All-Star status this season. From playoff heroes like Fred VanVleet and Jamal Murray to emerging young talents like LaMelo Ball and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, there's no shortage of names sitting on the fringe. We examine all the players who are poised to make that jump to All-Star status next season.

Kyle Irving

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

Most notable birthday performances of superstars

While there are plenty of ways to bring in a birthday, five superstars put forth performances that will live in the record books forever.

Gilbert McGregor

Zion's biggest improvement in one play

Zion Williamson is a bulldozer when he drives to the basket, finishing in the paint at a historic rate with ease. The 20-year-old phenom has already taken the leap to All-Star status but his game is still improving, and his development as a playmaker should have the entire NBA trembling.

Kyle Irving

Thursday'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

Highlights, top performers from Wednesday's action

There were 10 games to look forward to on an action-packed Wednesday in the NBA. Scroll below for all the final scores, stats and highlights from each game

NBA.com Staff

Head-to-Head, Week 7: Breaking down each matchup

Welcome to Head-To-Head, a new fantasy game that is centred around how many points players score. Every Monday, five new matchups will be presented. All you have to do is pick which player you think will score more points in each matchup. What's on the line? Weekly and season-long prizes, including courtside tickets and a video call with an NBA All-Star.

Kyle Irving

Scores & highlights from Monday's action

We had seven games on deck around the NBA on Monday. 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

All-Star matchups take centre stage this week

Can't control your anticipation for this year's All-Star Game? You're in luck, as these upcoming four days alone have 13 games in which two or more All-Stars will face off head-to-head.

Gilbert McGregor

Who should be in the Dunk Contest?

The Slam Dunk Contest will take place at halftime of the 2021 NBA All-Star Game on March 7, 2021. As the Dunk Contest is usually the highlight of a typical All-Star Saturday Night, our NBA.com Staff weighs in on who they'd like to see compete for the crown this year.

NBA.com Staff

Scores & highlights from Saturday's action

Saturday'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

#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

Scores, highlights from Thursday's action

The top three teams in the East are in action on Thursday night, 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

Will Zion Williamson participate in 2021 Slam Dunk Contest? Pelicans star leaves door open

Williamson addressed the Slam Dunk Contest speculation Wednesday — well, sort of.

Jordan Greer

Scores, highlights from Wednesday's (ET) action

There were nine games of NBA action on this Wednesday, 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

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

Head-to-Head, Week 6: Breaking down each matchup

Welcome to Head-To-Head, a new fantasy game that is centred around how many points players score. Every Monday, five new matchups will be presented. All you have to do is pick which player you think will score more points in each matchup. What's on the line? Weekly and season-long prizes, including courtside tickets and a video call with an NBA All-Star.

Kyle Irving

JJ Redick ejected from Celtics-Pelicans game for . . . passing ball to referee?

It's only February, but Redick may have already locked up the "Worst Ejection of the Year" award.

Jordan Greer

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

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

Highlights and top performers from Friday's action

It was a busy Friday 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

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: 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

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

Optimal viewing plan for Sunday's action

Sunday's NBA action includes an exciting set of 10 games. Here's the full schedule, biggest storylines and optimal viewing plan to get you ready for the star-studded action.

Yash Matange

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 Friday's 11-game slate

Friday'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

Optimal viewing plan for Friday's action

Get ready for the weekend with an 11-game slate on Friday. Here's the full schedule, biggest storylines and optimal viewing plan to get you ready for the star-studded action.

Scott Rafferty

Steve Nash: Canada's most decorated All-Star

The short list of Canadians in the NBA All-Star Game could grow as soon as this year, but the first two – Steve Nash and Jamaal Magloire – each made their impact in the league's superstar showcase.

Carlan Gay

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

Running diary from Tuesday's action

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

NBA.com Staff

Running diary from Saturday's action

There were 11 games of NBA action with plenty of must-see matchups headlined by the one in Dallas consisting of Luka Doncic and Stephen Curry.

NBA.com Staff

Zion dominates, helps Pelicans blowout Suns

"That's, by far, the best defence I have seen him play," Pelicans head coach Van Gundy said postgame. That's a huge step in the right direction for Williamson, who scored 28 on an incredible shooting efficiency in a 123-101 win.

Yash Matange

Running diary from Wednesday's action

Standout performances from Giannis Antetokounmpo, Joel Embiid, DeMar DeRozan and Zion Williamson headlined Thursday's 10-game slate. We've got you covered below with all the final scores, stats, highlights and best fantasy performers of the night.

NBA.com Staff

Head-to-Head, Week 3: Breaking down each matchup

Welcome to Head-To-Head, a new fantasy game that is centered around how many points players score. Every Monday, five new matchups will be presented. All you have to do is pick which player you think will score more points in each matchup. What's on the line? Weekly and season-long prizes, including courtside tickets and a video call with an NBA All-Star.

Kyle Irving

Running Diary from Monday's action

The NBA opened the month of February with a full 10-game slate. We've got you covered below with all the final scores, stats and highlights from each contest as well as the best fantasy stat lines.

NBA.com Staff

Optimal viewing plan for Monday's games

The new week begins with a star-studded 10-game slate. Here's the full schedule, biggest storylines and optimal viewing plan to get you ready for Monday's action.

Yash Matange

Running Diary from Saturday's action

The NBA season continued on Saturday with eight games. Scroll below for final scores, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Is Zion's defence holding Pelicans back?

Zion Williamson has been a force on offence, but his defence may be leaving you wanting. It's early but is it the cause of the Pelicans' slow start?

Carlan Gay

Highlights from a busy 10-game Friday

The NBA season has reached the quarter pole continuing on Friday with 10 games highlighted by Zion and the Pelicans taking on Giannis and the Bucks. Luka and the Mavs visiting Utah to take on Donovan Mitchell and the Jazz and so much more. Follow along for all the scores, updates, news, highlights and peak performancers.

NBA.com Staff

Optimal viewing plan for Friday's games

There's nothing quite like a Friday night filled with NBA hoops. With 10 games to look forward to on Friday, here's the full schedule, biggest storylines and optimal viewing plan to get you ready.

Scott Rafferty

The Wizards made NBA history by wasting another great Bradley Beal performance

Beal totaled 47 points, six assists, four rebounds and four steals against the Pelicans, yet the Wizards were never really in the game.

Jordan Greer

Optimal viewing plan for Wed.'s 12-game slate

Wednesday night is an action-packed exciting slate for NBA basketball fans and League Pass owners with 12 games. All but six teams take the floor as long win streaks go on the line, road trips continue, and most of all - superstars suit up in nearly every game on the schedule.

Yash Matange

NBA trade rumors: Could Pelicans move Lonzo Ball, JJ Redick before deadline?

Amid a rough start to the 2020-21 NBA season, the Pelicans may be looking to make some roster changes.

Jordan Greer

NBA postpones game between Spurs and Pelicans

Because of ongoing contact tracing within both the Spurs and Pelicans, neither team has the league-required eight available players to proceed with the scheduled game.

Official Release

Optimal viewing plan for 10-game slate

Monday night is an action-packed exciting slate for NBA basketball fans and League Pass owners with 10 games. It includes the Cavaliers hosting their hometown hero LeBron James in a Lakers uniform, two international superstars dueling as the Mavericks host the Nuggets and the yet another strong test for the Nets' Big 3 against the Heat. Here we have you covered with the optimal viewing plan on how to navigate your television to catch it all.

Yash Matange

Running Diary of Saturday's games

Seven games were on the schedule for Saturday night, with LeBron James, Steph Curry, Luka Doncic and Joel Embiid taking the floor. Keep up to date with all the scores, news and highlights right here!

NBA.com Staff

Thursday's recap

Three games filled the schedule for Thursday night with LeBron James and Donovan Mitchell showing out, while RJ Barrett delivered a new career-high.

NBA.com Staff

Hot shooting Jazz hold off Zion

Zion Williamson had a big night but it wasn't nearly enough, as the Utah Jazz cruised to a blowout win over the New Orleans Pelicans.

Kane Pitman

Recapping Tuesday's action

Zion Williamson, Rudy Gobert and Nikola Jokic are in all in action on Tuesday night, showcasing some of the best big man talent from across the league.

NBA.com Staff

Running Diary from Sunday's action

The 2020-21 NBA season continued with another six-game slate on Sunday. We've got you covered below with final scores, news, stats and highlights from throughout the day.

NBA.com Staff

LeBron and the Lakers in cruise control

Trailing early against the New Orleans Pelicans there was no panic for the Los Angeles Lakers, as LeBron James stars in a dominant second half.

Kane Pitman

Running diary from Friday's action

The red-hot LA Clippers scorch the nets, OKC outlast Chicago in OT and a monster from Andre Drummond night carries the Cavs on a big day of NBA action.

NBA.com Staff

Alexander-Walker stars with career night vs. Clippers

In just the second start of his NBA career, Nickeil Alexander-Walker went off against the LA Clippers.

Benyam Kidane

Running diary from Wednesday's action

With seven games on Wednesday, there was no shortage of stars in action, headlined by big performances from Kevin Durant, LeBron James, Giannis Antetokoumpo and Damian Lillard.

NBA.com Staff

10 overreactions to the start of the season

We're only 10ish games into the season but that doesn't mean it's too soon to make some bold statements. Based on performances that have been both impressive and underwhelming, here are our overreactions to what's going on around the NBA.

Kyle Irving

Waiver Wire Pickups: Who to add for Week 4

Another week of fantasy basketball waiver wire pickups is here and there are a handful of names you won't want to miss out on. Highlighted by a pair of rookies taking on bigger roles and a certain centre that's graduated from the watch list to being a must-add, take a look at a list of players that will surely help improve your roster.

Kyle Irving

Pelicans-Mavs, Celtics-Bulls games postponed

The NBA and NBPA will be meeting today about modifying the league’s Health and Safety Protocols.

NBA.com Staff

LaMelo tops Lonzo in battle of Ball brothers

All eyes were on the Ball brothers heading into this one and it was LaMelo and the Charlotte Hornets who came out on top in an entertaining matchup.

Kane Pitman

Friday's highlights

10 games on a Friday night produced no shortage of highlights, with the Lakers scraping home and Steph Curry cooking the Clippers.

NBA.com Staff

Lonzo excited to face LaMelo

Brothers Lonzo Ball and LaMelo Ball will meet in the NBA for the first time on Friday when the Pelicans host the Hornets.

Stats Perform News

Running Diary from Wednesday's action

There were 11 NBA games on Wednesday! Scroll down for final scores, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Optimal viewing plan for 11-game slate

Wednesday night is a dream slate for NBA basketball fans and League Pass owners with 11 games of action. With plenty of good matchups headlined by Pacers-Rockets, 76ers-Wizards, Heat-Celtics, Suns-Raptors and Warriors-Clippers, many of the league's best players and teams will take the floor and you won't want to miss a second of it. Here we have you covered with the optimal viewing plan on how to navigate your television to catch it all.

Kyle Irving

Brogdon, Pacers continue hot start

Malcolm Brogdon buried the game-winning floater in overtime as the Pacers completed a wild comeback to edge the Pelicans 118-116.

Benyam Kidane

Running diary from Monday's games

The 2020-21 NBA season continued with an action-packed nine-game slate this Monday. Two surprise teams in the East went head-to-head in Cavaliers-Magic, the Raptors and Celtics competed in a playoff rematch and Luka Doncic broke multiple records in a win vs. Rockets, and Stephen Curry sparks the Warriors to a big win.

Ingram shines as Pelicans thwart Raptors' late rally

The Pelicans, who led by as many as 12 points in the final frame, earned a four-point victory thanks to the clutch shooting of Eric Bledsoe and Brandon Ingram's calm composure from the free throw line down the stretch.

Gilbert McGregor

Running diary from Saturday's action

Just six days on the second day of the New Year but plenty of action to look back on and we got you covered with the final scores, biggest stats, news updates, highlights, and fantasy lines.

NBA.com Staff

Preview: Raptors get second shot at Pelicans

This will be the second meeting between the Raptors and Pelicans this season. Brandon Ingram stole the show in the first with 24 points, 11 assists and nine rebounds, paving the way for him to take home Western Conference Player of the Week honours.

Scott Rafferty

Running diary from Friday's games

With seven games on deck on Thursday, we've got you covered below with the scores, news, highlights, and the best fantasy performers of the night.

NBA.com Staff

Optimal viewing plan for tonight's games

There are 10 games to look forward to on Tuesday, including a rematch of last season's Eastern Conference Semifinals and a matchup between two of the league's up-and-coming teams. Here's the optimal viewing plan for what should be another fun slate of games.

Scott Rafferty

Scores & highlights from Sunday's 10-game slate

Quite a few upsets and plenty of highlights from the 10 games on Sunday. We've got you covered below with scores, news, highlights, and the best fantasy performers of the day.

NBA.com Staff

Biggest takeaways from NBA Christmas Day games

What did we really learn about the NBA teams that played on Christmas Day? Let's dive into each game.

Jordan Greer

Best of new uniforms, sneakers on Christmas Day

Seven of the 10 teams in action on Christmas Day debuted new uniforms while countless players pulled out noteworthy sneakers for the occasion.

NBA.com Staff

Robinson turns in record performance in Heat win

Miami's sharpshooter knocked down seven triples to finish with a team-high 23 points as the Heat held off a number of late pushes from the Pelicans to get their first win of the 2020-21 season.

Gilbert McGregor

Recapping the Christmas Day action

Once again, the NBA had a loaded Christmas Day slate, with five games to fill out the day. Kevin Durant, Anthony Davis and Khris Middleton starred in an action packed day of holiday hoops.

NBA.com Staff

NBA Christmas schedule 2020: What basketball games are on today?

The NBA's annual Christmas Day tradition continues with a full slate of five games, including a primetime Western Conference matchup between the Mavericks and Lakers.

Jordan Greer

Can Pelicans build a contender around Zion and Ingram?

With the clear-cut duo of the future set in New Orleans, it begs the question: Can Williamson and Ingram be the 1-2 punch for a championship team? The answer, as you might imagine, is a little complex.

Gilbert McGregor

Santa's NBA Naughty and Nice list

Santa has less information available to him than ever before when he crafted his NBA Naughty and Nice list this year, with only a few games played leading up to Christmas Day. Which teams and players will end up with a mountain of toys or a lump of coal under their tree this year?

Kyle Irving

Pelicans poised to unleash Zion Williamson on NBA, free from minutes restriction and extra weight

Zion Williamson brings a rare blend of power and athleticism combined with finesse and touch. In Year 2, it should show up even more.

Billy Heyen

One matchup to watch in each Christmas Day game

Another year, another loaded Christmas Day slate full of superstars and superteams. Can Bam Adebayo keep Zion Williamson out of the paint? Will Kevin Durant and Jayson Tatum get into a shootout? Will Luka Doncic and LeBron James battle in another classic? How will Steph Curry and the Warriors bounce back from an ugly opening night? Here's what to watch in each game.

Scott Rafferty

Canadians take centre stage on Christmas

At least one Canadian will be present in each of the five Christmas Day games this year. In total, there will be eight Canadians across seven different teams taking the floor. From Toronto's Nickeil Alexander-Walker to Kitchener's Jamal Murray, find a rundown of 2020 Christmas Day CanCon in the NBA.

Gilbert McGregor

Recap of Wednesday's 12-game slate

With 12 games and 24 teams taking the floor, there was no shortage of blockbuster performances on Wednesday! On a night full of action, we've got you covered below with scores, news, highlights as well as the best fantasy performers.

NBA.com Staff

Ingram, Pelicans spoil Raptors' opening night

Behind a near triple-double from the reigning Most Improved Player, the Pelicans handed the Raptors their first opening night loss since 2012.

Gilbert McGregor

Preview: Raptors face familiar foe in season opener

Pascal Siakam and Brandon Ingram, two first-time All-Stars last season, take centre stage as the Raptors open their season against the Pelicans for the second year in a row.

Scott Rafferty

Raptors vs. Pelicans

The Raptors open the 2020-21 season with a match-up against Zion Williamson and he Pelicans.

Jackie Spiegel

Must watch League Pass games

It might be a little later than usual but NBA opening week is going to produce a bumper slate of games. Let's take a look at which matchups are must watch on League Pass.

Kane Pitman

Norman Powell donates $100K to San Diego families

Just days before the Christmas holiday, over 200 families from Powell's alma mater, Lincoln High School in San Diego, CA, were able to go on a holiday shopping spree thanks to a generous donation from the 27-year-old.

Gilbert McGregor

Recapping Day 8 of preseason action

The stars were out on the second last night of preseason action, with a former MVP sending an ominous warning to the rest of the league.

Kane Pitman

Best Canadian matchups in first half

With the release of the first half of the 2020-21 NBA schedule, take a look at the best Canadian versus Canadian matchups to keep an eye on. With more than a handful of talented Canadians headlined by Jamal Murray, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Andrew Wiggins and RJ Barrett, there is no shortage of head-to-head meetings to look forward to.

Kyle Irving

Biggest storylines from Day 4 of preseason

Preseason action continued in the NBA with 12 teams taking the floor on Monday. From Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram's impressive performance, to Chris Paul's Suns debut, and a battle of the MVP favourites, we've got you covered with all the action from Day 4 of preseason.

Benyam Kidane

30 in 30: Will the Pelicans make the leap?

After a disappointing end to their season in the bubble, the New Orleans Pelicans enter the 2020-21 season with a new head coach, a new-look starting five and sky-high expectations. Can Zion Williamson lead them to the postseason in his sophomore campaign?

Benyam Kidane

Is the risk worth the reward for Holiday?

Jrue Holiday is a clear upgrade over Eric Bledsoe and George Hill on both ends of the court, but is he worth Milwaukee mortgaging its future for? Let's take a closer look at the risk and reward of this trade.

Scott Rafferty

Zion: No restrictions for second pro season

Zion Williamson is looking forward to getting more playing time with the Pelicans.

Stats Perform News

Notable "return" games on NBA schedule

There is always a heightened level of intrigue when a player takes on his former team. Here are some of the biggest "return" games from the first half of the 2020-21 NBA season.

Gilbert McGregor

Biggest storylines to watch from opening week

The 2020-21 NBA season's Opening Week schedule has been released and there's no shortage of marquee matchups and superstars on display. From guys like Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving facing off with Steph Curry as they all return from injuries, to a glimpse into Zion's development, we take a look at some of the biggest things to watch when the season tips off.

B Kidane and Yas...

Which Christmas Day game are you looking forward to?

The best part about the quick turnaround of the 2020-21 NBA season is that we still get NBA Christmas Day games. The regular season's biggest stage is set with five high-quality matchups and plenty of stars on display. From Kyrie Irving finally returning to Boston, to MVP-favourite Luka Doncic bracing for another epic duel with LeBron James, to the Clippers looking for some revenge, it's sure to be an eventful day. Which game are you most looking forward to?

NBA.com Staff

Christmas Day schedule released

There are five games slated for Christmas Day, headlined by Nets guard Kyrie Irving's return to Boston and a showdown between Lakers forward LeBron James and Mavericks guard Luka Doncic.

Kyle Irving

NBA's Zion Williamson obsession draws critics as Pelicans get Christmas Day game

The NBA continues to push Williamson in front of TV audiences. Some people are growing tired of the act.

Dan Bernstein

Full 2020 NBA Christmas schedule: Start times, matchups & more

There are five reported matchups on tap for Christmas Day.

Dan Bernstein

Report: Ingram signs max extension with Pelicans

Brandon Ingram made his first All-Star appearance this past season averaging 23.8 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.0 steals per game. His efforts earned him the NBA's Most Improved Player of the Year award.

Kyle Irving

Report: Adams signs 2-year, $35m extension with Pels

Former Oklahoma City Thunder big man Steven Adams has reportedly signed a two-year, $35 million extension with the New Orleans Pelicans, according to ESPN's Zach Lowe.

Benyam Kidane

Report: Adams heading to New Orleans

A wild offseason for the Oklahoma City Thunder has continued, with reports suggesting New Zealander Steven Adams is heading to the New Orleans Pelicans in a multi-team trade.

Kane Pitman

Tracking the biggest trade rumours

The NBA's trade moratorium was lifted on Monday, Nov. 16. As such, rumours are starting to pick up on players who could be on the move ahead of the 2020-21 season.

NBA.com Staff

Will LaVar Ball play Michael Jordan 1-on-1? 'Why not?' says father of LaMelo Ball

LaVar once said he could beat Jordan in a game of 1-on-1. With Jordan's Charlotte Hornets drafting LaMelo, rumors of a pay-per-view showdown have resurfaced.

Jacob Hancock

Ranking the best players in free agency

Including Anthony Davis and Brandon Ingram, both of whom were All-Stars last season, as well as Fred VanVleet, Goran Dragic and Aron Baynes.

Scott Rafferty

RJ Hampton's Bucks hat was thrown halfway across the world during NBA draft cap conundrum

RJ Hampton won't be a Buck, and this Bucks hat is probably somewhere in California after the toss.

Joe Rivera

Bucks select RJ Hampton with No. 24 pick

By drafting the 6'5" guard RJ Hampton, the Bucks have picked the fastest player in 2020 Draft class - one of the many skills the 19-year-old possesses.

Yash Matange

NBA teams with brightest futures: Thunder, Mavericks, Pelicans among risers ahead of draft

A combination of talented players already in tow and future draft picks make this group of teams most likely to break through for a deep playoff run from 2022 onward.

Dan Bernstein

NBA Draft trade rights, explained: Why the Lakers, Trail Blazers will make selections for other teams

NBA Draft trade rights often lead to prospects wearing the "wrong" hat on draft night. That'll be the case for whoever the Blazers take for the Rockets at pick 16 and whoever the Lakers pick for the Thunder at No. 28 in 2020.

Billy Heyen

Bucks trade grades: Milwaukee goes big to help Giannis

Milwaukee changes up its backcourt with Holiday and Bogdanovic. New Orleans winds up with most of the Bucks' picks over the next five to six seasons. The Kings get youth and expiring contract for a free agent.

Tom Gatto

Report: Bucks make big splash with trade for Holiday

According to The Athletic's Shams Charania, the Pelicans will receive George Hill, Eric Bledsoe and multiple draft picks (including multiple swaps) in exchange.

Yash Matange

Trade destinations for Jrue Holiday

According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Pelicans are "openly discussing" Jrue Holiday in trade talks. Which teams should make a move for the one-time All-Star?

Scott Rafferty

NBA trade rumors: Jrue Holiday reportedly a target for Hawks' No. 6 pick

Jrue Holiday is a hot topic in NBA trade rumors as the NBA Draft approaches, with one suggestion that the Hawks could acquire Holiday for their No. 6 pick to pair with Trae Young.

Billy Heyen

Meet the NBA's new head coaches

Almost a third of the teams in the NBA will enter the 2020-21 season with a new head coach, including a rebuilding team in the Knicks, a team on the rise in the Pelicans and a title contender in the Clippers.

Scott Rafferty

Most interesting teams on draft night

With the 2020 NBA Draft being one of the first steps toward the 2020-21 season, there are plenty of teams that are making their first moves toward shaping their roster for Opening Night. Which NBA franchises are the most interesting to watch on draft night? Our NBA.com staff discusses.

NBA.com Staff

Free agent destinations for Boucher

Boucher will be a restricted free agent this offseason, meaning the Raptors will have the option of matching any offer he receives. But which teams could offer Boucher more than the Raptors might be willing to match? Four come to mind, plus three honourable mentions.

Scott Rafferty

How does Zion's debut compare to Jordan and LBJ

Here's a look at how Zion Williamson's entertaining NBA debut compares to some of the biggest NBA legends including Michael Jordan, LeBron James and Wilt Chamberlain.

Yash Matange

Are the Raptors a destination for Harrell?

Reigning Sixth Man of the Year Montrezl Harrell is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. As one of the best available players in the 2020 free agent class, what are some destinations for the scoring centre?

Kyle Irving

How Van Gundy can maximize Zion

If there's one thing we know about Pelicans head coach Stan Van Gundy, it's that he loves a 4-out 1-in system built around an athletic big man. That should be music to Zion Williamson's ears.

Scott Rafferty

Who are the best available coaches?

There are now just two NBA teams in search of a new head coach for the 2020-21 season. Which names will come up in consideration to fill the vacancies?

Gilbert McGregor

Pelicans hire Stan Van Gundy as head coach

The team announced that Stan Van Gundy has agreed to a deal to become the seventh head coach in New Orleans franchise history.

Gilbert McGregor

Can Stan Van Gundy bring the best out of Zion Williamson?

While the Pelicans possess a number of talented players, including All-Star forward Brandon Ingram, Williamson is the future of the franchise.

Jordan Greer

Holiday wins Teammate of the Year award

Pelicans guard Jrue Holiday was voted as the 2019-20 Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year.

Official Release

LeBron's still The King

In Year 17, LeBron James is leading the charge of the Lakers 2020 postseason run, again putting his reign on top into perspective. As each challenger to the throne arises, we’re offered the chance to appreciate LeBron's longevity.

Gilbert McGregor

Raptors' Davis earns All-Rookie nod

Clarke becomes the second Canadian to ever earn All-Rookie First Team honours while Davis becomes the first Raptor since 2013 to earn All-Rookie honours.

NBA.com Staff

All-Defensive Team predictions

Could the Bucks snag four of the 10 total spots? Will Kyle Lowry snag that elusive All-D honour? And with four players for two spots at centre, who gets left out between Rudy Gobert, Joel Embiid, Brook Lopez and Marc Gasol?

Micah Adams

Ingram: 'This year I had the most fun playing basketball'

At just 22 years old, Brandon Ingram blossomed into an All-Star this season as the Pelicans' offensive leader....but the fun's just getting started in New Orleans.

Benyam Kidane

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