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Biggest takeaways from Media Day

The 2021-22 NBA season is officially here as team's assembled for Media Day ahead of training camp. We've got you covered with all the biggest storylines from around the league.

Benyam Kidane

KAT discusses magnitude of Gupta's promotion

The recent promotion, although under the interim status, makes Sachin Gupta the first top executive of Indian origin to run an NBA franchise. Timberwolves superstar Karl-Anthony Towns gave him a huge shout-out and the impact of his achievement on the team's Media Day.

Yash Matange

How Gupta can get rid of interim tag

There is bound to be a search process Minnesota's ownership group will undertake to appoint a President of Basketball Operations. Does Sachin Gupta stand a chance to permanently become the team's president? What does he need to do to elevate himself and remove the interim tag?

Yash Matange

Which second-year players will flourish?

Several youngsters made impressive marks in their rookie seasons, but a select few could really break out in the upcoming season.

Steve Aschburner

Gupta's promotion part of India's historic year

Sachin Gupta's promotion adds to the incredible list of accomplishments by Indians or personalities of Indian descent over the past 12 months in the world of basketball. With respect to the global outreach of India's basketball talent, one could argue 2021 was the most successful and most impactful year in recent memory.

Yash Matange

Rise of Indian-American Sachin Gupta

Although interim, Sachin Gupta becomes the first NBA executive of Indian descent with his recent promotion with the Timberwolves. So, how did the high-ranking front office staffer of Indian-origin in his late 30s, who has been among the top executives for a better part of the last decade, make his way to the top?

Yash Matange

Sachin Gupta makes Indian history with T'Wolves promotion

The Timberwolves announced they have parted ways with president of basketball operations Gersson Rosas. They will reportedly promote vice president Sachin Gupta to interim president of basketball operations.

Kyle Irving

Teams primed to surprise in 2021-22

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

NBA.com Staff

Report: Grizzlies trading Beverley for Culver, Hernangomez

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

Scott Rafferty

On this date: Celtics trade for KG, start Big 3 era

On July 31, 2007, the Boston Celtics traded for Kevin Garnett to solidify their Big 3 and reboot the "super team" era of the NBA.

Kyle Irving

Rookie Ladder: LaMelo finishes No. 1 over Edwards

The No. 3 overall pick hit the ground running and rarely slowed down to hold off Minnesota's Anthony Edwards in the season's final rookie ranking.

Steve Aschburner

West playoff picture: Lakers fall to Play-In

Despite taking care of their business by winning their last five games, including the the final couple with LeBron James returning to the line-up, the defending champions fall to the Play-In Tournament after the Trail Blazers comfortably beat the Nuggets in Portland.

Yash Matange

#NBATopShotThis: Layman dunks all over Tacko

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jake Layman took it right at 7-foot-5 Tacko Fall, dunking it over the big man to earn our Top Shot moment of the night.

Benyam Kidane

How Sunday's results impact the playoff picture

The race for seeding continues to take shape, with Sunday's six-game slate causing plenty of movement in the playoff picture.

NBA.com Staff

What is your favourite KG moment?

As Kevin Garnett is set to be enshrined into the Basketball Hall of Fame on May 15, our NBA.com Staff revisits some of their favourite memories of his illustrious career.

NBA.com Staff

Rookie Ladder: LaMelo takes back No. 1 spot

LaMelo Ball moves past Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards as both players look to make their case for the award over the final week.

Steve Aschburner

Highlights, scores from Wednesday's action

The Warriors, Lakers, Grizzlies, Heat and Pacers all picked up pivotal wins as the race for the Play-In Tournament continues to take shape. Catch up on all the action from Wednesday's 11-game slate.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, top performers from Monday's action

Monday 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

Highlights, top performers from Saturay's action!

A huge ten game slate filled Saturday 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

Edwards strengthens Rookie of the Year case

Anthony Edwards has continued his tear after the All-Star break, posting a monster 42-point night against the Memphis Grizzlies, notching multiple records in the process.

Kane Pitman

Highlights from Sunday's action

Sunday'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

Will Ball still be Rookie of the Year?

Rookie superstar LaMelo Ball is set to return from a 21-game absence due to a fractured wrist, giving him 10 more games to leave his lasting impression on the Rookie of the Year award. He was the frontrunner prior to the injury, but No. 1 overall pick Anthony Edwards did everything he could to surpass him while he was out. Our NBA.com Staff discusses if Ball has done enough to take home the honours.

NBA.com Staff

Top performers, highlights from Friday's games

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

NBA.com Staff

#NBATopShotThis: KAT throws down smooth reverse jam

Karl-Anthony Towns poured in 31 points against the Rockets, with no shortage of highlights, including this eye-catching reverse jam to earn our Top Shot Play of the Night.

Benyam Kidane

Highlights, top performers from Wednesday's action

Just six games around the NBA tonight, but there was plenty of matchups with playoff implications. Catch up on all the scores, stats and highlights.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, top performers from Tuesday action

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

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, scores from Sunday'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

Highlights, top performers from Thursday's action

With a packed 12-game slate on tap, there were plenty of marquee matchups to catch up on if you missed any of the stars in action!

NBA.com Staff

#NBATopShotThis: Edwards spins, glides and dunks

The No. 1 pick of the 2020 NBA Draft, Edwards threw down multiple dunks against the Kings in Sacramento - one of which is worth including in the Top Shot Marketplace. Take a look.

Yash Matange

Highlights, top performers from Wednesday's action

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

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, scores from Monday'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

Highlights & top performers from Thursday'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 Thursday.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights and top performers from Wednesday’s action

With just over a month left in the regular season, the schedule rolled on with a seven-game slate and a number of storylines to follow. We've got you covered with final scores, news, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers from another busy day of action.

NBA.com Staff

Nets at Timberwolves rescheduled to Tuesday (ET)

Monday's (ET) game between the Brooklyn Nets and Minnesota Timberwolves was postponed in light of the tragic events in the Minneapolis area over the weekend. That game has been rescheduled to Tuesday at 4 p.m. Eastern Time.

Official Release

NBA postpones Nets at Timberwolves

The National Basketball Association announced today that in light of the tragic events in the Minneapolis area yesterday, Monday's (ET) game between the Brooklyn Nets and the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center has been postponed.

Official Release

The unlikeliest 50-point scorers

From Corey Brewer to Andre Miller, there have been a few players that you might not know have 50-point performances to their names. Look back at five of the more unlikely 50-point performances since the turn of the century in chronological order.

Gilbert McGregor

Monday'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

Tatum's career night sparks Celtics' thrilling comeback win

Tatum put his name alongside Celtics legend Larry Bird as he etches his name in the team's history books, courtesy of a memorable 53-point performance that led the Boston to a 17-point comeback win in overtime.

Yash Matange

Saturday's highlights & top performers

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

NBA.com Staff

Pacers' McConnell sets unique 50-year NBA record

Coming off the bench, the 6'1" guard was huge and came up clutch late as the shorthanded Pacers - without Malcolm Brogdon, Domantas Sabonis, and Myles Turner - held off a furious comeback rally by the Timberwolves.

Yash Matange

Thursday'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

Tuesday's highlights & top performers

There were seven games to look forward to on Tuesday, including a matchup between the league-leading Jazz and surging Mavericks. Follow along for the final scores, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Embiid picks up where he left off in return

After missing 10 games with a bone bruise in his left knee, Joel Embiid impressed in his return to the 76ers lineup, dropping 24 points in 28 minutes as they climb back to the top of the Eastern Conference.

Benyam Kidane

Sunday's highlights & top performers

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

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's scores

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

Kane Pitman

Harden re-writes Nets history books ... again

James Harden only needed 32 games to match Jason Kidd's Nets franchise record, piling up yet another triple-double to power the Nets to a 112-107 win over the Timberwolves.

Benyam Kidane

Highlights & top performers from Tuesday's action

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

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, top performers from Saturday's action

A massive ten game slate filled the schedule on Saturday, 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 Thursday's action

We had 11 games on deck and 22 teams in action on a busy day in the NBA. We've got you covered below with final scores, news, stats and highlights, as well as the top fantasy performers from the games.

NBA.com Staff

On this date: Kobe's 4th-straight 50-pt game

Bryant's 50 points against the Hornets was his fourth 50-point performance in as many games, a streak only Wilt Chamberlain had previously achieved.

Yash Matange

Highlights & top performers from Tuesday's action

There was no shortage of standout performances on a busy Tuesday in the NBA. Catch up on all the scores, news, stats, highlights and top fantasy performers from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, updates from Saturday's action

The NBA season continues with a busy slate of 10 games. With 20 teams in action, there will be plenty to follow. We've got you covered below with score updates, news, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Edwards turns in historic night vs. Suns

Minnesota Timberwolves rookie Anthony Edwards continues to impress, with a monster performance against the Phoenix Suns further planting his name in the rookie of the year conversation.

Kane Pitman

Highlights & top performers from Friday

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

NBA.com Staff

Highlights & top performers from Wednesday's action

Wednesday'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

Edwards puts steady growth on full display

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

Yash Matange

Melo passes Hakeem for 11th all-time in scoring

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

Benyam Kidane

Highlights, top performers from Sunday's action

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

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, top performers from Friday's action

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

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, top performers from Wednesday's action

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

NBA.com Staff

Scores & highlights from Monday's action

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

NBA.com Staff

Scores & highlights from Sunday's action

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

Yash Matange

Scores, highlights from Thursday action

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

NBA.com Staff

Scores, highlights from Tuesday's (ET) action

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

NBA.com Staff

Timberwolves part ways with coach Saunders

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

NBA.com Staff

Highlights and top performers from Saturday's action

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

NBA.com Staff

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

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

Running diary from Saturday's 11-game slate

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

NBA.com Staff

Running diary from Thursday's action

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

NBA.com Staff

Running diary from Tuesday's action

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

NBA.com Staff

Running diary from Sunday'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

Running diary from Thursday'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 day.

NBA.com Staff

Running Diary from Tuesday's action

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

NBA.com Staff

Running Diary from Monday's action

The NBA season continued with Monday's six-game slate. Check below for final scores, stats and highlights from each contest as well as the best fantasy stat lines.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights from a busy 10-game Saturday

The NBA season has reached the quarter pole continuing on Saturday 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

Running Diary from Tuesday's action

The NBA season continued on Tuesday with 10 games. Scroll below for the final scores, stats and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Running Diary of Sunday's games

Seven games were on the schedule for Sunday, 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

Running diary of Saturday's action

It was a packed slate with 11 games of NBA action on this Saturday. We have you covered with final scores, news updates and more from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Capela joins history in consecutive games

Clint Capela has been on a tear as of late. After recording a double-double of 27 points and 26 rebounds just a game ago, the Hawks' centre followed that performance with a rare triple-double with 10 blocks in the team's win over the Timberwolves.

Kyle Irving

Running diary from NBA on MLK Day

Nine games of NBA action on a special day, which included a handful of marquee matchups highlighted by the Bucks taking on the new-look Nets and another installment of Stephen Curry versus LeBron James. Scroll below as we have you covered with the final scores, highlights and more from all the action.

NBA.com Staff

Running diary from Saturday's actions

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

Running diary from Thursday's action

With seven games on Thursday, 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

Running diary from Monday's action

Monday's eight-game schedule had plenty of big performances across the NBA. We've got you covered below with all the scores, news, stats, highlights and top fantasy performers from the day!

NBA.com Staff

DeRozan, Mills come up clutch in OT win

The duo of DeMar DeRozan and Patty Mills scored 16 of the team's last 21 points (fourth quarter and overtime), helping the Spurs win their third straight - all on the road.

Yash Matange

Running diary from Sunday's action

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

NBA.com Staff

Running diary from Friday's action

From Damian Lillard's scoring outburst, to the Spurs' hard-fought win over the Lakers, there was no shortage of big performances on Thursday. We've got you covered with all the scores, stats and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Running Diary from Wednesday's action

The 2020-21 NBA season continued with five games and 10 teams in action. With plenty of storylines to follow, we've got you covered with the final scores, news, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers below.

NBA.com Staff

Running diary from Monday's eight games

The 2020-21 NBA season rolled on with an eight-game slate. From the first game in Detroit to the final game of the schedule in San Francisco, we've got you covered with final scores, news, stats, highlights and the day's top fantasy performers below.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights from Saturday's star studded lineup

It was an All-Star cast for Saturday's ten game slate, with dominant performances from LeBron, Giannis and Luka leading the way on an action packed night around the league.

NBA.com Staff

Running diary from Wednesday's games

We had 10 games on deck for a busy Wednesday in the NBA. We've got you covered with all the scores, stats, news, highlights and the best fantasy performers of the night.

NBA.com Staff

KAT sidelined with wrist injury

Karl-Anthony Towns suffered a dislocated left wrist in the fourth quarter of the Timberwolves' win over the Utah Jazz.

Benyam Kidane

Biggest storylines from Day 7 of preseason

The stars were out in force on day 7 of preseason action, with Steph Curry, James Harden, Trae Young and Ja Morant all in action.

Kane Pitman

Biggest storylines from Day 4 of preseason

Preseason action continued in the NBA with 12 teams taking the floor on Tuesday. 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: Can the Wolves make a playoff push?

With the No.1 pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, Anthony Edwards, joining the dynamic duo of D'Angelo Russell and Karl-Anthony Towns, the Minnesota Timberwolves have their sights set on the postseason, but they'll have their work cut out for them in a competitive Western Conference.

Benyam Kidane

Teams unveil new looks for 2020-21

While the Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets and Toronto Raptors have each undergone complete makeovers, teams like the Brooklyn Nets, Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers have re-introduced classics to throw things back to a different era. Find each of the officially-unveiled looks below.

Gilbert McGregor

Can't-miss rookie matchups in first half

Since the rookies didn't get to experience Summer League with the quick turnaround between the NBA Draft and the start of the 2020-21 regular season, we'll have to use meaningful games to spotlight the prospects' first matchups. Take a look at some can't-miss matchups to look forward to in the first half of the season.

Kyle Irving

Major takeaways from a busy draft night

After the first three picks went according to plan, there were several intriguing selections and a trades in the 2020 NBA Draft. Here's a look into the biggest storylines surrounding an action-packed night.

Benyam Kidane

T-Wolves select Anthony Edwards No. 1 overall

In Edwards, the Timberwolves have selected a 19-year-old whose physique is NBA ready and a young prospect that fits well alongside their young superstar duo of Karl-Anthony Towns and D'Angelo Russell.

Yash Matange

Free agent destinations for Hollis-Jefferson

Like Fred VanVleet, Serge Ibaka and Marc Gasol, Hollis-Jefferson will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason. If he doesn't re-sign with the Raptors, which teams make sense for him?

Scott Rafferty

On this Date: Rose scores career-high 50 points

On Nov. 1, 2018 (IST), Derrick Rose delivered a vintage performance erupting for a career-high 50 points as the Minnesota Timberwolves took down the Utah Jazz.

Kyle Irving

Potential No.1 pick LaMelo Ball meets with Timberwolves

Following his meeting with the Timberwolves, LaMelo Ball is scheduled to meet with the Golden State Warriors (No. 2 pick), Charlotte Hornets (No. 3), and Chicago Bulls (No. 4) ahead of the November 19 Draft.

Benyam Kidane

Who should the T-Wolves take at No.1?

Minnesota took Karl-Anthony Towns the last time they had the number one pick in the NBA Draft. Who should the Timberwolves select first on Nov. 19?

NBA.com Staff

Examining Avdija's fit with teams at top of the draft

Maccabi Tel Aviv young star Deni Avdija is one of the best prospects in the 2020 NBA Draft class. With the expectation that he'll be selected among the first few picks of the draft, take a look at how Avdija fits in with each team that has a top-five pick.

Kyle Irving

Examining the best fit for R.J. Hampton

R.J. Hampton is projected to be drafted in the middle of the first round on the back of a promising season with the New Zealand Breakers in the NBL. With a number of potential landing spots on the cards, we take a look at which franchise would be the best fit for Hampton.

Kane Pitman

LaMelo: 'I feel like I can play on any team'

Potential top pick LaMelo Ball had his first NBA Combine media session on Tuesday, feeling confident that he could fit in with any of the top teams in the draft.

Kyle Irving

Examining LaMelo's fit with teams at top of draft

LaMelo Ball is widely considered to be among the top prospects in the 2020 draft class, with the expectation that the playmaking point guard will be a top-five pick. How does Ball fit in with the current roster of each NBA franchise that picks in the top five?

Kyle Irving

2020 NBA Draft rescheduled for Nov. 18

The revised date allows additional time to conduct the 2020 pre-draft process, gather more information about the potential start date for the 2020-21 season and advance conversations between the NBA and the National Basketball Players Association regarding related Collective Bargaining Agreement matters.

Official Release

Who is representing each team during the Draft Lottery?

Three-time NBA champion and two-time MVP Stephen Curry headlines the list of people representing their teams during the virtual 2020 NBA Draft Lottery. Which representative will bring their franchise luck in earning the No. 1 overall pick?

Kyle Irving

What's next for KAT and the T-Wolves?

A new coach, a new executive, a major move and yet... the results remain unchanged. After a season of broad-sweeping changes in Minnesota, the Timberwolves are still searching for answers as they look to build a winner around Karl-Anthony Towns.

Agustín Aboy

OTD: KG leads T-Wolves to 1st Conf. Finals in 2004

With arguably one of the greatest games of his career, Garnett led the franchise past the Sacramento Kings in Game 7 of the Conference Semifinals with 32 points, 21 rebounds, five blocks, four steals, and two assists.

Yash Matange

Most exciting draft prospects

The deadline for early entrants for the 2020 draft passed over the weekend which means it's time to turn our attention to the next generation of NBA stars. Our writers offered up their picks for who they're most excited for.

NBA.com Staff

Towns' mother dies due to COVID-19

Towns' mother passed away three weeks after being placed in a medically induced coma due to coronavirus.

NBA.com Staff

Re-watch Duncan & KG's first meeting

On February 24, 1998, future Hall of Famers Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett met for the first time in the NBA in a matchup that would define a generation.

Benyam Kidane

Power Rankings: Best duos in five years

While there are already a number of marquee duos in the NBA today, there are equally as many duos destined for greatness in the near future. Which young tandem will be the best five years from now?

Kyle Irving

Best plays of Garnett's career

Later this year, Kevin Garnett will be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. He is widely regarded as being one of the greatest power forwards of all-time and the greatest player in Minnesota Timberwolves history.

NBA.com Staff

Ranking active No. 1 overall picks

There are currently 13 active former No. 1 overall picks of the NBA Draft. It's a given that LeBron James ranks first, but where do the other 12 former first overall picks fall into place behind him?

Kyle Irving

KAT's mother in medical induced coma

While sharing the battle his family is undergoing, Towns stressed that coronavirus should not be taken lightly. "Practice social distancing. Please don't be in places with a lot of people; it just heightens your chances of getting this disease, and this disease ... it's deadly. It's deadly."

Yash Matange

Which unexpected players could score 70?

Three years ago today, Devin Booker had his historic 70-point game against the Celtics. While players like James Harden, Damian Lillard and Stephen Curry are prime candidates to someday potentially score 70 in a game, Booker's performance was fairly unexpected. Who are some under the radar players that could eclipse the 70-point mark?

Kyle Irving

Timberwolves and Lynx pledge relief for arena workers

The Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx have become the latest franchises in the basketball world to pledge money towards supporting arena staff in wake of COVID-19 crisis.

Kane Pitman

Recap of Wednesday's 9-game slate

The Blazers keep their playoff hopes alive, Bradley Beal drops another 40-point game and the Clippers make it rain from three against the Warriors. We've got you covered with all the action from Wednesday's busy nine-game slate.

NBA.com Staff

Harden's 37 vs. T-Wolves helps Rockets snap skid

Russell Westbrook and James Harden combined for 64 points (22-of-36 FG) and 14 assists, leading the Rockets to season-series sweeping win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Yash Matange

How Monday's results impact West's race for the 8 seed

Three of the five teams fighting for the No. 8 seed in the Western Conference played on Monday. Here's how what happened impacted their chances of making the playoffs.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Monday's 11-game slate

There was no shortage of action around the NBA, with 11 games on Sunday. Catch up on all the action right here.

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's scores: LeVert's triple-double gives Nets big win

Plenty of action went down on a busy 10-game slate on Saturday. Catch up on all the results, right here!

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Thursday's scores: Melo drops 25 PTS in win vs. Wizards

Carmelo Anthony poured in a team-high 25 points to lead the Blazers past the Wizards at home. Catch up on all the results from tonight's games here!

NBA.com Staff

Wednesday's action: Wiggins, Warriors stun Nuggets

LeBron James, Zion Williamson and Kawhi Leonard were just three of the superstars in action during a jam packed eight-game Wednesday slate.

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Huge day on NBA League Pass

LeBron. Zion. Kawhi. Those are just some of the biggest names in action today on NBA League Pass. Here's a closer look at some of the biggest storylines in what should prove to be an eventful day across the NBA!

Micah Adams

Monday's action: Beal stays hot vs. Warriors

As the playoff push intensifies, the NBA season rolled on with a seven-game slate. We had you covered with scores, news and the best highlights from each game.

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Saturday's action: Clutch D-Rose snaps Pistons losing streak

Saturday's full slate of 10 games did not disappoint as Aaron Gordon recorded his first career triple-double, Zion Williamson made history, the Clippers earned a statement win and a clutch Derrick Rose helped snap the Pistons losing streak.

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Tuesday's scores: Clippers flex muscles vs. Grizzlies

The full-strength Clippers cruised to a 27-point win over the Grizzlies, while James Harden's 37-point night led the Rockets to their fourth-straight win. Catch up on all the day's scores, stats and highlights!

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Monday's scores: McCollum, Melo lift Blazers past Pistons

With 14 teams in action, there were plenty of storylines to keep an eye on. Follow along below for the best from each one.

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Saturday's games: Zion, Pelicans cruise by Trail Blazers

Zion Williamson scores 20 or more for the seventh straight time as the New Orleans Pelicans sweep the season series against the Portland Trail Blazers with a 128-115 road win.

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Thursday's scores: Pacers snap 6-game skid vs. Bucks

One of the biggest games of Thursday's 11-game slate went down in Indiana where the Pacers snapped a 6-game losing streak by defeating a Bucks squad without Giannis Antetokounmpo.

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Siakam's superstar growth in one play

Siakam had it rolling in Toronto's win over Minnesota on Tuesday, scoring 34 points on 6-for-8 shooting from 3-point range. One of those 3-pointers showed how much he has grown as both a shooter and playmaker this season.

Scott Rafferty

Tuesday's scores: Nuggets come back from 23 down vs. Spurs

In Tuesday's slate of nine games, the Nuggets come from 23 down to hand the Spurs their fifth straight loss while earlier, Spencer Dinwiddie drains a game-winner in Indiana.

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Raptors outlast Wolves, win 15th straight

Four different Raptors finished with 20 or more points as the team shot over 50% from the field and beyond the arc en route to its 15th consecutive win.

Gilbert McGregor

Sunday's scores: Hield's 31 helps Kings beat Spurs

Sunday's 9-game slate was headlined by the Milwaukee Bucks picking up their 45th win, Jrue Holiday leading Zion-less Pelicans to win in Indiana and Buddy Hield handing the Spurs their 4th straight loss.

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T'Wolves defeat Clippers, snap 13-game losing streak

The Timberwolves, without D'Angelo Russell in uniform, welcomed the new era by knocking down a franchise record 26 3-pointers in the biggest win of the season.

Yash Matange

Can Warriors unlock Wiggins' full potential?

The Warriors made one of the biggest moves at the trade deadline in acquiring Andrew Wiggins from the Timberwolves for D'Angelo Russell. Did the Warriors make a mistake or is there a path towards Wiggins becoming the missing piece of their revival?

Scott Rafferty

Trade deadline winners and losers

The Miami Heat added a major piece, the Philadelphia 76ers added some shooting, the Los Angeles Lakers did nothing and the Houston Rockets went small. Breaking down the best, worst and most interesting moves of the trade deadline.

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Report: Timberwoves to acquire D'Angelo Russell

The Timberwolves and Warriors have reportedly agreed to a deal to send one-time All-Star to Minnesota in exchange for 2014 No. 1 overall pick Andrew Wiggins

Gilbert McGregor

Report: Rockets trade Capela to Hawks, acquire Covington

With the trade deadline on the horizon, the Houston Rockets have reportedly made a major move, sending Capela to the Hawks and acquiring swingman Robert Covington in a four-team deal.

Benyam Kidane

Recap of Tuesday's 10-game slate

It was a busy day in the NBA, with 10 games on deck! We've got you covered below with all the scores, stats and highlights!

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NBA teams pay tribute to Kobe Bryant

Following the heartbreaking news of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant's death, teams around the league continued to honour his legacy with a variety of tributes.

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Hield scores career-high 42 'for Kobe'

Buddy Hield – who wears #24 in honour of the late Kobe Bryant – scored a career-high 42 points in the Kings comeback win over the Timberwolves in a tribute to his idol: 'It was all for Kobe.'

Kyle Irving

Sunday's scores: LeBron makes history and Kyrie drops 45

LeBron James moved into third on the all-time scorers list, while Kyrie Irving dropped 45 points in an OT win over the Detroit Pistons.

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Recap Thursday's action

Russell Westbrook and James Harden helped the Rockets get over the Nuggets, while LeBron James and Anthony Davis were dominant at Madison Square Garden.

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Who is going to take 8th in the West?

The Western Conference playoff picture has developed into seven teams jockeying for the top seven seeds, followed by seven teams fighting for the final No. 8 seed. Ahead of Zion Williamson's debut with the Pelicans in the mix for that final playoff spot, who should you root for to take that No. 8 seed and why?

Kyle Irving

Sunday's scores: CP3 drops 30 in win over POR

Sunday's 11-game slate was packed with action, highlights and more. Take a look at some of the best moments from a busy day around the Association!

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VanVleet helps Raptors overcome Wiggins triple-double

Fred VanVleet returned following a five-game absence to score a game-high 29 points on 7-for-8 shooting from 3-point range. He helped the Raptors overcome a triple-double from Andrew Wiggins, the first of his career.

Scott Rafferty

Thursday's scores: Pistons stun Celtics in Boston

On a busy 10-game slate on Thursday, the Pistons shocking the Celtics in Boston was among the big headlines of the day.

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Tuesday's scores: Lillard, Blazers hold off Hornets

With seven games of NBA action today, there was a host of big-time performances, headlined by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Damian Lillard and LeBron James. Catch up on all the games, right here!

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SGA's first career triple-double puts him in historic company

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander recorded his first career triple-double with 20 points, 20 rebounds and 10 assists in the Thunder's win over the Timberwolves. His triple-double puts him in elite company as one of two Canadians in NBA history to achieve the feat.

Kyle Irving

Sunday's scores: Bucks secure big road win over Blazers

The big three of Antetokounmpo, Middleton and Bledsoe combined for 91 points to lead the Bucks past the Blazers. With the win they move to a 35-6 record at the halfway point of the season.

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Harden makes history with 20,000th point

Harden scored the 20,000th career point of his career in the first half of Houston's matchup with Minnesota. Only six players have reached that figure at a younger age.

Scott Rafferty

Friday's scores: Thompson's career-night gives Cavs' OT win

Tristan Thompson dropped a career-high 35 in an overtime win over the Detroit Pistons while the Philadelphia 76ers clinched the season series with the Boston Celtics.

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Wednesday's scores: Lakers win sixth straight game

LeBron James and the Lakers extend their win streak to six games after a comfortable win over the Knicks. Catch up on all the day's scores, stats, highlights and tope performers, right here!

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Morant comes up clutch in 4th vs. T'Wolves

Rookie of the Year frontrunner Ja Morant finished with 25 points and seven assists while stepping up with a series of clutch plays in the fourth quarter to seal the victory for the Grizzlies.

Kyle Irving

Monday's scores: Dragic powers Heat past Blazers

Goran Dragic stepped up in Jimmy Butler's absence to power the Heat past the Blazers and move to a 17-1 record at home this season. Catch up on all of today's scores, news and highlights, right here!

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Exum enjoys career night vs Timberwolves

Dante Exum turned in an efficient performance for the Cavaliers, shooting 11-of-13 from the field and 4-of-4 from the three-point line.

Benyam Kidane

Friday's scores: Kings snap 8-game skid

The Sacramento Kings, led by De'Aaron Fox, overcame a 20-point first half deficit to snap an eight-game losing streak.

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Thursday's scores: Bucks edge Wolves for 4th-straight W

Giannis Antetokounmpo collected his 30th double-double in 33 games this season, while Carmelo Anthony put on a show in his return to MSG. Catch up on all the scores, stats and highlights from today's games, right here!

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Tuesday's scores: Booker leads Suns to comeback over Blazers

Devin Booker and Kelly Oubre Jr. combined for 62 points as the Suns used a big fourth quarter to edge the Trail Blazers. Catch up on all the day's scores, stats, news and highlights from today's games, right here.

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Sunday's scores: Suns snap 8-game skid

28 of the 30 teams in the NBA were in action on this Sunday with plenty of big matchups giving rise to plenty of storylines.

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Friday's scores: Knicks win in Brooklyn

Christmas may have passed, but the NBA kept on rolling with the six games on Friday headlined by Luka Doncic's return from injury and the Knicks defeating the Nets.

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T-Wolves end 11-game skid with 2OT win

Andrew Wiggins finished with 18 points for the game but more importantly, he scored or assisted on six of the team's eight points in the second overtime period for the much-needed win.

Yash Matange

Recap of Tuesday's 11-game slate

With no games on Wednesday, there was 11 games of NBA action packed into Tuesday's slate. Catch up on all the results, stats and highlights below.

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Sunday's scores: Giannis posts triple-double at MSG

Saturday's action was headlined by the 76ers snapping their losing streak, James Harden dropping 47 in Phoenix, and the Clippers winning by 25 in San Antonio.

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Saturday's scores: Lillard, McCollum combine for 67 in win

Saturday's action was headlined by the Kristaps Porzingis and the Dallas Mavericks handing the 76ers their third straight loss.

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Trade destinations for Jrue Holiday

According to Marc Stein of The New York Times, Holiday is no longer untouchable. Which teams make sense for the one-time All-Star?

Scott Rafferty

Kobe, Duncan, Garnett among eligible 2020 HOF candidates

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame today announced the star-studded list of eligible candidates for the Class of 2020

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Wednesday's scores: Pelicans snap 13-game losing streak

Nine games on Thursday's were headlined by the Heat handing the 76ers their first home loss of the season. Check out the rest of the results for more.

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Kawhi & PG combine for 88 in Clippers win

This was the Timberwolves' seventh straight loss while the Clippers now move on to Chicago to wrap-up their huge six-game road trip.

Yash Matange

Saturday's scores: Knicks stun Kings in Sacramento

Lot of familiar things happened on Saturday's 9-game slate - James Harden drops 50+ again, LeBron James and the Lakers win on the road again and the 76ers win at home again.

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Thursday's scores: Bucks make it 16-straight wins

With 11 games around the Association, it was a busy day in the NBA, headlined by Kawhi Leonard's return to Toronto. Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from today's games.

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Debating the best centre in the NBA

The title of best centre in the NBA is truly up for debate this season, so we asked our experts to try and help us come to a conclusion.

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Booker on Baynes return: 'It's unbelieveable. ... We need him'

Centre Aron Baynes returned to action after missing nine of the Suns' last 10 games. He scored 12 points off the bench in 15 minutes to help Phoenix beat the Timberwolves. After the game, star guard Devin Booker spoke on how he felt the centre's impact even in limited playing time.

Kyle Irving

Recap of Tuesday's nine-game slate

With nine games of NBA action we had plenty of big performances, headlined by Paul George and Giannis Antetokounmpo. Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from today's games below.

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AD explodes for 50 PTS in blowout win over Wolves

The Lakers 21-3 start continues to be their best start to a season since the 2008-09 campaign when they also won 21 of their first 24 games.

Yash Matange

Monday's scores: Kawhi leads Clippers to big win

Eight games of NBA action was headlined with the 76ers defeating the Raptors for their third straight loss and Anthony Davis dropping 50 in a win.

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Recap of Saturday's ten-game schedule

The Boston Celtics remain undefeated at home, Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks send an emphatic message and the LA Lakers keep rolling.

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Breakdown of CP3's heads-up play for OT win

Dennis Schroder hit the shot to force overtime, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dominated in overtime, but the story of the game was Chris Paul's heads-up play that gave the Thunder a chance to take this game into OT. How did the savvy veteran's knowledge of the rulebook earn OKC a gritty win?

Kyle Irving

Recap Thursday's 10-game schedule

The Lakers and Bucks improved on their NBA best record, while the Celtics remained undefeated at home in a battle of the East's contenders.

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Recap of Monday's scores, stats and highlights

Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from today's busy nine-game slate in the NBA.

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Thursday's scores: Giannis, Bucks win 9 straight

The day before Thanksgiving delivered a 14-game slate of NBA action, headlined by Anthony Davis' monster night in his return to New Orleans.

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Tuesday's scores: Dinwiddie's game-winner gives Nets' 4th straight win

An action packed Tuesday saw the Bucks and Lakers win their eighth straight while the shorthanded Raptors edged the 76ers in a rematch of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

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Sunday's scores: Spurs snap 8-game losing streak

Giannis and the Bucks win their seventh straight while Carmelo Anthony and the Blazers slip to their fourth straight loss on a 10-game slate on Sunday

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Biggest surprises so far this season

33-year-old Aron Baynes is producing like 33-year-old Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Andrew Wiggins is dropping dimes and swatting shots like never before. Pascal Siakam is replacing Kawhi Leonard... and then some. Those are just some of the biggest surprises one month into the season.

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Recap of Thursday's busy 11-game slate

A busy 11-game slate served up plenty of big performances across the NBA, headlined by Giannis Antetokounmpo, Luka Doncic, Bradley Beal and Lou Williams. Catch up on all the results, stats, highlights and top performers from each game.

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Can Wiggins sustain his hot start?

Now in his sixth season, the 24-year-old is off to by far the best start of his career. The passing, the driving, the shooting... Wiggins looks like a legitimate star in the making! The biggest question moving forward: is it sustainable?

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Tuesday's scores: PG drains clutch three to beat OKC

Paul George came up clutch for the Clippers against his former team, the Oklahoma City Thunder, Luka Doncic joins LeBron with a 40-point triple-double and the Houston Rockets extend their win streak to eight games. Catch up on all the scores, highlights and top performers from a busy nine-game slate.

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Sunday's scores: Graham sinks game-winner 3 at MSG

Eight games of NBA action on Sunday was capped off by a stellar home debut for Paul George in a 49-point win for the LA Clippers over the Atlanta Hawks.

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Harden continues scoring tear with 49 in win

James Harden's scoring average of 39.0 points per game through 13 games is second only to Wilt Chamberlain as the Rockets continue to remain unbeaten whenever their former MVP scores 40-plus.

Yash Matange

Saturday's scores: Malik Monk nails game-winning 3

Kemba Walker leads the Celtics to their 10-straight win, while James Harden and Bradley Beal both score 44 points in their team's wins. Catch up on all the day's scores, highlights and top performers, right here.

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Kemba scores 25, Celtics win 9th straight

Plenty of NBA action on Thursday, headlined by James Harden's 47 points in a win over the Clippers and the Celtics winning a league-best 9th straight game.

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Tuesday's scores: Wiggins, Gobert & Harden fill it up

Andrew Wiggins, James Harden and Rudy Gobert starred on Tuesday, while Kawhi Leonard picked up the W against his former team. If you missed any of the action, we have you covered with all the scores, stats and highlights from each game.

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Monday's scores: Blazers edge Hawks in OT

Nikola Jokic hit another game-winning jumper, the Raptors bring the Lakers' win streak to an end, while the Blazers escape in OT against the Hawks. If you missed any of the action, we have you covered with all the scores, stats and highlights from each game.

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