NBA things to know: As season begins, Celtics chase Spurs for all-time best record
Briefly

The Spurs have ended each of the last 10 seasons - 2014-15 through 2023-24 - as the leader in winning percentage among active NBA teams.
Boston hasn't ended a season atop the all-time standings since 1996-97, and the Lakers took over the following year, holding that spot for 17 seasons.
San Antonio's winning percentage is .596, while Boston's is .594, setting the stage for a potential shift in the all-time standings this season.
Among the team regular-season milestones this season, New York and Golden State are closing in on 3,000 all-time victories, a significant accomplishment.
Read at Boston.com
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