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And Now It Is Time To Forget The NBA's Regular Season | Defector

The NBA's grueling preseason is over, revealing a season marked by poor performance and tanking among several teams.

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NBA's most valuable players in 15 categories: Scoring, shooting, more

Analytics provide insights into player performance that visual observation alone cannot capture.

Chicago Bulls

NBA teams all want to play faster -- is it making them worse?

Golden State Warriors

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NBA results: Lakers vs Mavericks, Rockets vs Warriors, standings and playoff picture

LeBron James praised Cooper Flagg's performance and growth after Flagg scored 45 points in the Mavericks' win over the Lakers.

Chicago Cubs

Lakers vs. Jazz Predictions, Best Bets and Odds - Sunday, April 12, 2026 - Bleacher Nation

The Lakers are favored by 15 points against the Jazz, who are struggling with a nine-game road losing streak.

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And Now It Is Time To Forget The NBA's Regular Season | Defector

The NBA's grueling preseason is over, revealing a season marked by poor performance and tanking among several teams.

5 days ago

NBA's most valuable players in 15 categories: Scoring, shooting, more

Analytics provide insights into player performance that visual observation alone cannot capture.

Chicago Bulls

NBA teams all want to play faster -- is it making them worse?

NBA teams are prioritizing faster play, but faster teams are often less efficient offensively compared to slower teams.

Golden State Warriors

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1 week ago

NBA results: Lakers vs Mavericks, Rockets vs Warriors, standings and playoff picture

LeBron James praised Cooper Flagg's performance and growth after Flagg scored 45 points in the Mavericks' win over the Lakers.

Chicago Cubs

Lakers vs. Jazz Predictions, Best Bets and Odds - Sunday, April 12, 2026 - Bleacher Nation

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Lakers prepare for Rockets playoff series with emphasis on rebounding

Lakers focus on rebounding drills to counter Rockets' strength ahead of playoff series.

Redick gives no Doncic update as Lakers' playoff prep begins

Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are out indefinitely due to injuries, with no updates expected this week.

How do the Lakers match up against the Houston Rockets entering their playoff series?

Lakers face playoff challenges without key players Doncic and Reaves, but aim to leverage recent wins for home-court advantage.

JJ Redick on short-handed Lakers: 'Everybody wants to play us'

Lakers coach JJ Redick believes other Western Conference teams prefer facing them in the playoffs due to injuries to key players.

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Lakers prepare for Rockets playoff series with emphasis on rebounding

Lakers focus on rebounding drills to counter Rockets' strength ahead of playoff series.

Redick gives no Doncic update as Lakers' playoff prep begins

Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are out indefinitely due to injuries, with no updates expected this week.

How do the Lakers match up against the Houston Rockets entering their playoff series?

Lakers face playoff challenges without key players Doncic and Reaves, but aim to leverage recent wins for home-court advantage.

JJ Redick on short-handed Lakers: 'Everybody wants to play us'

Lakers coach JJ Redick believes other Western Conference teams prefer facing them in the playoffs due to injuries to key players.

Anthony Davis just put pressure on the Wizards without saying it

Anthony Davis seeks clarity on the Wizards' competitive direction for his future with the team.

Anthony Davis eying to help Wizards 'compete' next season

Anthony Davis is committed to the Wizards for one more season and sees potential in the team's young core.

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Anthony Davis just put pressure on the Wizards without saying it

Anthony Davis seeks clarity on the Wizards' competitive direction for his future with the team.

Anthony Davis eying to help Wizards 'compete' next season

Anthony Davis is committed to the Wizards for one more season and sees potential in the team's young core.

Kel'el Ware quietly just became one of the league's best in this department

Kel'el Ware is rapidly becoming one of the best shooting bigs, improving his 3-point efficiency to nearly 60 percent in April.

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Raptors' unexpected blueprint to slowing Donovan Mitchell could trigger an upset

Toronto Raptors must find a strategy to contain Donovan Mitchell in the playoffs.

Celtics tie NBA record with 29 3s; clinch No. 2 seed

Boston Celtics set an NBA record with 29 three-pointers in a 144-118 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, clinching the No. 2 playoff seed.

Boston Celtics

Jayson Tatum explains what's allowed Jaylen Brown to turn into an MVP contender

Boston Celtics

10 Celtics stats that should show encouragement and discouragement entering All-Star break

Boston Celtics

Celtics tie NBA record with 29 3s; clinch No. 2 seed

Boston Celtics set an NBA record with 29 three-pointers in a 144-118 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, clinching the No. 2 playoff seed.

Boston Celtics

Jayson Tatum explains what's allowed Jaylen Brown to turn into an MVP contender

Boston Celtics

10 Celtics stats that should show encouragement and discouragement entering All-Star break

Fantasy hockey awards: Most valuable picks, players and standouts from the 2026 season

Fantasy hockey showcased breakout stars, waiver-wire gems, and surprising performances, influencing draft strategies and leaving managers with mixed feelings.

Top 10 tips to play and win ESPN fantasy women's basketball like the pros

ESPN Fantasy Women's Basketball returns with significant changes due to a new collective bargaining agreement affecting player movement and draft strategies.

Fantasy basketball: Which "silly season" stars should you add?

NBA teams are giving younger players increased opportunities during 'silly season' as struggling teams build toward next season, creating fantasy basketball opportunities for managers to identify emerging players before the playoffs.

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Fantasy basketball: What to do with Paul George, Lauri Markkanen and six other trending players

Top 10 tips to play and win ESPN fantasy women's basketball like the pros

ESPN Fantasy Women's Basketball returns with significant changes due to a new collective bargaining agreement affecting player movement and draft strategies.

Fantasy basketball: Which "silly season" stars should you add?

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Fantasy basketball: What to do with Paul George, Lauri Markkanen and six other trending players

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Raptors guard is trending in the right direction in key area of the game

Immanuel Quickley's return significantly enhances the Raptors' offense and defense, making him a key player despite his size disadvantage.

Raptors lose, but continue proving Ja'Kobe Walter their most complete role player in years

Ja'Kobe Walter has transformed his game from hyperactivity to intentional play, significantly improving his 3-point shooting accuracy and overall impact on the court.

Raptors young gun has officially outpaced the once hopeful prospect in key metric

Ja'Kobe Walter significantly improved his performance post-All-Star break, becoming a key player for the Raptors with impressive stats and efficiency.

Energized Raptors swingman leaving no stone unturned in pursuit of key role

Ja'Kobe Walter has emerged as a key player for the Raptors, showcasing impressive growth and three-point shooting efficiency since the All-Star break.

Raptors lose, but continue proving Ja'Kobe Walter their most complete role player in years

Ja'Kobe Walter has transformed his game from hyperactivity to intentional play, significantly improving his 3-point shooting accuracy and overall impact on the court.

Raptors young gun has officially outpaced the once hopeful prospect in key metric

Ja'Kobe Walter significantly improved his performance post-All-Star break, becoming a key player for the Raptors with impressive stats and efficiency.

Energized Raptors swingman leaving no stone unturned in pursuit of key role

Ja'Kobe Walter has emerged as a key player for the Raptors, showcasing impressive growth and three-point shooting efficiency since the All-Star break.

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Nets snap skid, bury Kings 116-99 behind 17 three-pointers

Brooklyn Nets ended a 10-game losing streak with a 116-99 victory over the Sacramento Kings, impacting their draft lottery position.

3 days ago

'He does so many more things.' How Luke Kennard became the Lakers' emergency point guard

Luke Kennard has proven his versatility as an emergency point guard for the Lakers, recording 31 assists in four games during a playoff push.

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Toronto Raptors

The Raptors are looking for a playoff X-Factor

Raptors' season results look remarkable after considering this startling figure

The Raptors have exceeded expectations this season despite struggling with three-point shooting efficiency.

Multiple Raptors set career-highs in blowout win over Utah Jazz

Raptors set a franchise record with 49 assists, showcasing strong teamwork and individual career nights against the struggling Utah Jazz.

The Raptors are looking for a playoff X-Factor

Ingram's scoring and playmaking were crucial in the Raptors' victory over the Heat.

Raptors' season results look remarkable after considering this startling figure

The Raptors have exceeded expectations this season despite struggling with three-point shooting efficiency.

Multiple Raptors set career-highs in blowout win over Utah Jazz

Raptors set a franchise record with 49 assists, showcasing strong teamwork and individual career nights against the struggling Utah Jazz.

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3 days ago

LeBron James and resilient Lakers defeat Suns, stay in hunt for No. 3 playoff seed

LeBron James leads the Lakers to victory over the Suns, securing a playoff position and showcasing his skills as the team's primary player.

LeBron James records triple-double as Lakers dominate Wizards

LeBron James led the Lakers to a 120-101 victory over the Wizards, achieving his 125th regular-season triple-double.

National Basketball Association

LeBron James becomes oldest with triple-double in NBA history

3 days ago

LeBron James and resilient Lakers defeat Suns, stay in hunt for No. 3 playoff seed

LeBron James leads the Lakers to victory over the Suns, securing a playoff position and showcasing his skills as the team's primary player.

LeBron James records triple-double as Lakers dominate Wizards

LeBron James led the Lakers to a 120-101 victory over the Wizards, achieving his 125th regular-season triple-double.

National Basketball Association

LeBron James becomes oldest with triple-double in NBA history

Raptors shaping their ultimate identity after setting a new franchise milestone

Toronto Raptors excel in ball movement, ranking second in NBA assists per game with a franchise record of 34 assists against the Miami Heat.

OKC's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander declines to weigh in on MVP race

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads the Thunder with impressive stats, contributing significantly to their success despite injuries to key players.

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Fantasy fast break: Doncic's dominance, Giddey's triple-doubles and more

Luka Doncic recorded his 10th consecutive 30-point game, reaching 2,000 points in 60 games, marking a historic season for the franchise.

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Luka Doncic scores 41 points and gets his 16th technical foul in Lakers' 116-99 win over Nets

Luka Doncic scored 41 points but received a technical foul, risking suspension during the Lakers' victory over the Nets.

National Basketball Association

Luka Doncic posts 37-point triple-double as Lakers crush Wizards

National Basketball Association

Fantasy basketball fast break: Jusuf Nurkic's triple-doubles, Cam Spencer's playmaking, and more

National Basketball Association

Luka Doncic records triple-double as Lakers rally past Nuggets

Fantasy fast break: Doncic's dominance, Giddey's triple-doubles and more

Luka Doncic recorded his 10th consecutive 30-point game, reaching 2,000 points in 60 games, marking a historic season for the franchise.

fromNewsday

Luka Doncic scores 41 points and gets his 16th technical foul in Lakers' 116-99 win over Nets

Luka Doncic scored 41 points but received a technical foul, risking suspension during the Lakers' victory over the Nets.

National Basketball Association

Luka Doncic posts 37-point triple-double as Lakers crush Wizards

National Basketball Association

Fantasy basketball fast break: Jusuf Nurkic's triple-doubles, Cam Spencer's playmaking, and more

National Basketball Association

Luka Doncic records triple-double as Lakers rally past Nuggets

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Warriors instant analysis: Porzingis' return not enough to stop SGA's march toward historic scoring mark

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had scored 20 or more points in 124 consecutive games, just two off tying the NBA standard set by former Warrior Wilt Chamberlain in 1963. If one takes a quick flip through the NBA record book, they have a high probability of encountering Chamberlain's name, regardless of which page they land upon. So anytime a player is in position to usurp one of the former Warrior's records from the league's early days, it is worthy of note.

Golden State Warriors

Raptors' path to a different edge runs through Collin Murray-Boyles

Collin Murray-Boyles returned from injury and made a significant impact in his first game back for the Raptors.

Oklahoma City Thunder Defense Innovates With Sneaker Block | Defector

Oklahoma City Thunder's aggressive defense has evolved to include unconventional tactics, exemplified by Alex Caruso blocking a shot with his detached shoe.

Five keys to winning in the fantasy basketball playoffs

NBA schedule variations during playoffs create significant fantasy advantages for teams with more games per week, making volume-based player selection critical for success.

4 weeks ago

Underrated Brandon Ingram element could be the key to Raptors' success

Brandon Ingram's passing ability is undervalued and could elevate the Raptors from playoff contenders to legitimate championship threats if he increases playmaking while maintaining scoring dominance.

4 weeks ago

Kevin Durant takes blame as Lakers disrupt Rockets' offense

The Lakers' defensive strategy of double-teaming Kevin Durant in the fourth quarter forced turnovers and limited Houston's offense, extending Los Angeles' winning streak to six games with a 100-92 victory.

NBA stars reflect on Wilt Chamberlain as SGA nears record

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is near breaking Wilt Chamberlain's 126-game streak of scoring at least 20 points, though his overall production remains significantly lower than Chamberlain's legendary statistics.

Gilgeous-Alexander eclipses Wilt for NBA's longest 20-point streak

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander broke Wilt Chamberlain's 63-year-old record by scoring at least 20 points in 127 consecutive regular-season games.

NBA stars reflect on Wilt Chamberlain as SGA nears record

Gilgeous-Alexander eclipses Wilt for NBA's longest 20-point streak

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander broke Wilt Chamberlain's 63-year-old record by scoring at least 20 points in 127 consecutive regular-season games.

Jokic passes Oscar Robertson for second-most triple-doubles

Nikola Jokic recorded a 22-point, 17-assist, 14-rebound triple-double to pass Oscar Robertson and lead the Denver Nuggets to a 136-120 win over the Chicago Bulls.

I Will Never Forgive Trae Young For Surpassing Kobe Bryant's Career High For Assists In A Game Eight Times | Defector

Kobe Bryant's death has elevated the reverence surrounding his records, with some arguing his achievements should be protected from being surpassed by other players.

Chicago Cubs

NBA MVP Odds for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic, and More With All-Star Break Near - Bleacher Nation

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads MVP odds despite an abdominal injury, while Nikola Jokic is rapidly closing the gap after returning from a knee absence.

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NBA teams with most consecutive games at 100-plus points - ESPN

The Minnesota Timberwolves reached a 99-game streak of scoring 100-plus points, ranking third all-time behind the Denver Nuggets and San Antonio Spurs.

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National Basketball Association

Grading the Chris Paul trade

National Basketball Association

Report: Raptors waive Chris Paul

National Basketball Association

Grading the Chris Paul trade

National Basketball Association

Report: Raptors waive Chris Paul

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Fantasy basketball fast break: Tyrese Maxey's case for fantasy MVP, Peyton Watson's breakout and more

The Golden State Warriors are now at the center of that shift. Jimmy Butler III' s season-ending torn ACL comes just as Golden State had found momentum, winning 12 of its last 16 games and posting its best on-court plus-minus with Butler as the connective piece. His absence removes more than just scoring, stripping the team of structure, late-game decision-making and defensive stability.

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LeBron James' triple-double leads Lakers past Mavericks

LeBron James's triple-double powered the Lakers to a 124-104 win as injured contributors return, while Luka Doncic's All-Star availability remains uncertain.

Fantasy basketball fast break: Zion's new-found durability, and players to watch on Clippers, Kings, Jazz

The Spurs extended their winning streak to nine games Monday night with a dominant victory over Detroit, marking their fifth win this season against a team that entered the day with the NBA's best record. That's the most such wins by any team since the 1992-93 New York Knicks and the most in Spurs franchise history.

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Which fantasy basketball players can you count on to play the most down the stretch?

Veteran players on losing teams face higher season-ending absence risk, while contenders and rebuilding teams influence playing time and fantasy value down the stretch.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic nearing MVP ineligibility

Gilgeous-Alexander was ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Detroit Pistons as he continues to work his way back from an abdominal strain that has sidelined him since Feb. 3. It will be his 11th missed game this season, and he'll need to play in at least 16 of the remaining 22 regular-season games to be eligible for a second consecutive MVP award.

National Basketball Association

NBA midseason: MVP, best rebounder, defender, 3-point shooter

Net points allocates credit and blame for every play to identify the season's best players across specific skill categories using per-game rankings.

NBA MVP straw poll: Why every game counts for SGA, Jokic, more stars

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads the 2025-26 NBA MVP race with 78 first-place votes and is the only player named to all 100 ballots.

What is happening with Brandon Ingram's playmaking?

Toronto's hyper-mobile, schemed defense, led by Scottie Barnes, compensates for lack of size and limits opponents while the offense struggles to consistently penetrate the paint.