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James is averaging 22.6 points in 35.0 minutes per game this season.

LeBron James Had Jokes After Breaking NBA's All-Time Minutes Played Record

King James is now the owner of another all-time record.

Tom Dierberger
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James is averaging 22.6 points in 35.0 minutes per game this season.

LeBron James Had Jokes After Breaking NBA's All-Time Minutes Played Record

King James is now the owner of another all-time record.

Tom Dierberger
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JJ Redick during the Lakers' 97–87 loss to the Timberwolves on Dec. 13, 2024.

JJ Redick Lambasts Popular View of Modern NBA Amid Debate Over Declining Ratings

The Lakers coach weighed in on basketball's latest existential crisis.

Patrick Andres
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Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) is guarded by Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (3) during the fourth quarter at Kaseya Center.

Bradley Beal Responds to Suns-Heat Jimmy Butler Trade Rumors

The Suns have been one of the various teams connected to the Heat star.

Dan Lyons
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NBA official Bill Kennedy announces the results of a coach's challenge during a game between the Sacramento Kings and Los Angeles Lakers at Golden 1 Center on December 19, 2024.

Official Tricked Fans During Lakers-Kings Game With Hilariously Long Explanation

A referee in the Lakers vs Kings game tricked the fans with his hilariously lengthy announcement.

Tim Capurso
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HEADLINES

Kenny Smith got Shaq again.

How Does Shaquille O'Neal Keep Allowing Himself to Get Knocked Into Christmas Trees?

Kyle Koster
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Towns was nearly unstoppable in his return to Minnesota on Thursday.

SI:AM | Karl-Anthony Towns Excels in Return to Minnesota As Strong Season Continues

Dan Gartland
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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry and forward Draymond Green react to a call during the second quarter of the game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center on October 9, 2024.

'Humbling' Warriors Loss Featured Unprecedented Steph Curry, Draymond Green Feat

Tim Capurso
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Anthony Edwards speaks with a referee during the Timberwolves loss to the Knicks.

Anthony Edwards Frustrated With Timberwolves' Offense After Blowout Loss to Knicks

Stephen Douglas
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Karl-Anthony Towns looks at a fan who was tackled by security.

Security Tackled Fans Who Ran Onto the Floor During Knicks-Timberwolves Game

Stephen Douglas
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LeBron James during the Lakers' 116–110 win over the Grizzlies on Dec. 15, 2024.

LeBron James Surpasses Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for Another All-Time NBA Record

Patrick Andres
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Joe Mazzulla reacts to a technical foul call in a loss to the Bulls.

Joe Mazzulla Wished Refs Profane Season's Greetings After Celtics' Loss vs. Bulls

Stephen Douglas
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Towns returned to Target Center on Thursday night for the first time since the Timberwolves-Knicks trade.

Karl-Anthony Towns Reacts to Emotional Timberwolves Tribute Video in Return

Tom Dierberger
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Jordan Clarkson and Ron Holland II very briefly considered fighting during the Jazz - Pistons game on Thursday.

Jordan Clarkson, Ron Holland II Ejected for Squaring Up During Jazz-Pistons Game

Stephen Douglas
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Nic Claxton tips in a rebound during the Nets' game against the Raptors on Dec. 19, 2024.

Nets' Nic Claxton Ejected for Throwing Basketball Into Stands vs. Raptors

Patrick Andres
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Ernie Johnson at the NBA All-Star Game on Feb. 20, 2022.

Shaq, Charles Barkley Send Heartfelt Condolences to Ernie Johnson Over Family Loss

Patrick Andres
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The Basketball Hall of Fame's Class of 2025 will be unveiled on Saturday, April 5.

Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Releases Official List of 2025 Candidates

Mike Kadlick
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Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James gave his thoughts on the league's new All-Star game format.

LeBron James Addresses Controversial All-Star Format After Kevin Durant Blasts Change

Mike McDaniel
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New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns makes his return to Minnesota on Thursday night.

Karl-Anthony Towns Shares Heartwarming Moments as He Returns to Minnesota

Mike McDaniel
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NBA legend Carmelo Anthony attends a Team USA men's basketball game at the Paris Olympics.

New NBA Broadcasters Looking at Carmelo Anthony for Analyst Role

Madison Williams
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FEATURED

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo celebrates with the trophy and teammates after winning the NBA Cup on Tuesday.

Bucks Make Statement in Rolling to NBA Cup Title

Chris Mannix
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Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo posted five consecutive 30-point games heading into the NBA Cup Final against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

NBA Cup Final Preview: Three Big Questions That Will Decide Bucks-Thunder

Liam McKeone
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Lillard, left, scored 11 of the Bucks' final 13 points in their 114–109 win over the Magic.

NBA Cup Quarterfinals Takeaways: Bucks’ Stars Shine, Thunder Defense Suffocates 

Liam McKeone
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The Heat are reportedly considering trading Butler despite sitting at fifth place in the Eastern Conference.

Breaking Down Four Potential Jimmy Butler Trade Destinations 

Liam McKeone
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Flagg is the top NBA draft prospect a month into the college basketball season.

NBA Draft Big Board: Three Blue Devils in Top 10, Rutgers’ Dylan Harper, Ace Bailey Near Top

Kevin Sweeney
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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has struggled with his three-point shot in recent games.

NBA Mailbag: How Concerning Is LeBron James’s Decline?

Chris Mannix
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Flagg, who was in Las Vegas on Tuesday for Duke’s showdown with the top-ranked Jayhawks, has largely lived up to expectations for the Blue Devils.

Cooper Flagg Shows Athleticism and Maturity in Spotlight As NBA Draft Projected Top Pick

Chris Mannix
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Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown reacts after a basket. The defending champs are humming in the early going.

Ten NBA Trends At the 2024–25 Season Quarter Mark

Liam McKeone
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Davis and James have the Lakers in a good spot for now, but the team‘s defense is concerning.

The Lakers Shouldn’t Get Too Comfortable 

Chris Mannix
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The entertaining Griffin would be an excellent hire for Amazon’s NBA coverage.

All-Mailbag Traina Thoughts: NBA on Amazon, Sports Betting Programming and More

Jimmy Traina
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Charles Barkley says Warner Bros. Discovery still hasn't told him about ESPN licensing deal for the fan-favorite studio show.

Charles Barkley Found Out About ESPN’s ‘Inside the NBA’ Deal From the Internet

Jimmy Traina
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“Inside the NBA” will live on next season on ESPN.

ESPN President on ‘Inside the NBA’: ‘We Don’t Want to Change It’

Jimmy Traina
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Los Angeles Lakers rookie guard Dalton Knecht reacts after scoring a three-pointer.

How Dalton Knecht Can Change Everything for LeBron James and the Lakers 

Liam McKeone
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Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell controls the ball while Boston Celtics center Neemias Queta.

Cavaliers’ Measuring-Stick Loss to Celtics Proved They Are for Real

Chris Mannix
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Shaquille O'Neal has less than a year left on his TNT contract.

There Is One Major Glitch With WBD-ESPN Deal to License ‘Inside the NBA’

Jimmy Traina
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Dec 19, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; LA Clippers guard Kris Dunn (8) and Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II (2) go for the ball during the second half at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Mavericks vs. Clippers Part 2: How to Watch, TV, Time, Odds, & Preview

Austin Veazey
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Dec 19, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (3) dribbles defended by Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (12) in the third quarter at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Jazz-Nets Injury Report: Keyonte George Status Update

Alex White
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