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The Portland Trail Blazers likely missed their chance at the 2025 Playoffs, largely due to a sluggish beginning to the 2024-25 NBA Regular Season. Nonetheless, Deni Avdija is looking forward with optimism toward the upcoming season. “The outlook is incredibly bright. I truly enjoy being part of this team. We’re youthful, we’re dynamic, and we have a wealth of talent,” …

**• Get the NBA App** It’s always a stark fact that a team can spend half a year demonstrating their superiority only to need an additional couple of months to eliminate any remaining uncertainty. This scenario applies to the top contenders in both the Eastern and Western Conferences, each of which secured over 60 victories, accumulated significant win streaks of …

Tristan Vukcevic achieved a personal best of 28 points, standing out in the highlights of NBA Sunday, which showcased the final games for all teams in the 2024-25 Regular Season. The Serbian center also witnessed an exhilarating buzzer-beater from Bob Carrington, leading the Washington Wizards to a nail-biting victory of 119-118 against the Miami Heat at Kaseya Center. The 22-year-old …

PORTLAND, Ore. – The Portland Trail Blazers have announced a multi-year contract extension for head coach Chauncey Billups, as stated by General Manager Joe Cronin today. The specifics of the agreement remain undisclosed due to team policy. “Chauncey’s leadership is centered around fostering a collaborative environment and encouraging a growth mindset among our younger players,” remarked Jody Allen, chair of …

Star guard Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves had his 18th technical foul of the season overturned by the NBA on Saturday, sparing him from a one-game suspension that would have affected the team’s regular-season finale. Edwards faced the prospect of missing Sunday’s matchup against the Utah Jazz after being penalized for foul language in response to a call during …

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All 30 teams in the NBA took to the court last night, showcasing impressive displays from European players. The Milwaukee Bucks secured a victory against the Detroit Pistons, winning 125–119 on the road, with Giannis Antetokounmpo leading the charge. The Greek superstar achieved a triple-double, registering 32 points, 15 assists, and 11 rebounds, propelling the Bucks to a win and …

Luka throws the pass. LeBron finishes with a powerful dunk. The Lakers secure the third seed. **April 12, 2025 – 5 KEY STORIES IN TODAY’S EDITION 🏀** **Saturday’s Highlights:** Insights from Friday’s games & what’s on the line in the season finale on Sunday. **Shifting Dynamics in the West:** Lakers lock in the third seed, Grizzlies secure a Play-In spot, …

Nikola Jokić has officially achieved a triple-double average for the season, with one game left in the regular season. After his performance against the Memphis Grizzlies, in which he recorded 26 points, 16 rebounds, and 13 assists, Jokić became just the third player in NBA history to accomplish this milestone, joining both Russell Westbrook, his teammate, and the legendary Oscar …

(AP) — On Wednesday, Joel Embiid, the center for the Philadelphia 76ers, underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left knee, with the team announcing he will be assessed again in approximately six weeks. Embiid previously had meniscus surgery on February 6, 2024, following an incident in which Golden State forward Jonathan Kuminga landed on his leg. Although the 2023 league MVP …

Former NBA player Sasha Vujacic expressed his admiration for compatriot Luka Doncic, drawing parallels to his ex-teammate, Kobe Bryant. Vujacic perceives significant likenesses between the two athletes, both in their playing style and mindset. “We don’t know each other personally, but we’re aware of one another. Our paths to the NBA were quite different. However, when Luka entered the league, …

DENVER (AP)— Nikola Jokić is poised to achieve an average triple-double for the season, marking him as the third player in NBA history to accomplish this remarkable statistic. This achievement became mathematically guaranteed on Friday night when Jokić secured his fourth assist during Denver’s match against the Memphis Grizzlies. That fourth assist pushed his season total to 700, confirming that …

To celebrate National Sibling Day, we present 16 pairs of brothers who have transitioned their relationship from childhood play to the professional arena of the NBA (sorted alphabetically by their last names): The Ball siblings have both made headlines as top-three selections in the NBA Draft—Lonzo was picked second overall by the Lakers in 2017, while LaMelo followed as the …

Julius Randle finished the game with 31 points, 10 rebounds, and five assists. Ja Morant was the top scorer for Memphis with 36 points and contributed six assists. Desmond Bane added 28 points, along with six rebounds and nine assists. The two teams now share the same 47-33 record in the league standings. With two games left to play, they …

The Milwaukee Bucks bounced back from a slow beginning and established a comfortable lead in the second half, securing a 136-111 victory against the New Orleans Pelicans at Fiserv Forum. Despite being labeled as probable due to left shoulder tendinopathy, Giannis Antetokounmpo contributed with a double-double, scoring 28 points and grabbing 11 rebounds in just 25 minutes before the final …

It’s Friday, April 11, marking the last Friday of the regular NBA season before next week’s Play-In Tournament kicks off. Today, all 30 teams are set to take the court. The Milwaukee Bucks will face the Detroit Pistons at 7:00 p.m. ET, starting an NBA TV doubleheader, while the Houston Rockets will battle the Los Angeles Lakers at 10:30 p.m. …

Shortly after achieving a career-high of 36 points, Zaccharie Risacher raised his record to 38, leading the Atlanta Hawks to a 133-109 victory over the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on Thursday. In a crucial matchup for the upcoming 2025 SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament, the 20-year-old French forward shot impressively, going 15-for-20 from the field, including six successful three-pointers. His …

•Subscribe to NBA League Pass NOW > With only four days remaining in the remarkable 2024-25 season, it’s been a year filled with historic achievements. Here are some impressive statistics that have emerged over the past six months… The Oklahoma City Thunder have established themselves as statistically the greatest team in NBA history, boasting an impressive average victory margin of …

The conclusion of the regular season approaches as the final days of competition in this last week are about to unfold. For those engaged in NBA Fantasy Salary Game, the upcoming days present a crucial opportunity to enhance their standing among rivals, offering a last shot to gain a competitive edge. Here’s a round-up of important updates as we reach …

In a heartfelt return to Dallas for the first time since his trade in early February, Luka Doncic dropped 45 points, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 112-97 victory. A pregame tribute added to the emotional atmosphere. Following the tribute video, Doncic remarked, “After that video, it felt like there’s no way I could play this game. I was …

LeBron James, who holds the record for the most points scored and total minutes played in NBA history, took another step closer to another accolade on Wednesday night. In his 1,561st regular-season game (a 112-97 victory in Dallas), James surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to claim sole ownership of second place on the NBA’s games played list. Only Robert Parish, who played …

In their first game following the dismissal of head coach Michael Malone, the Denver Nuggets triumphed over the Sacramento Kings with a score of 124-116 at the Golden 1 Center. Nikola Jokic shared his thoughts during a postgame chat with ESPN, stating, “They shook us up. We need that kind of energy before the Playoffs. If we make it, I …

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey will not be returning for the remainder of the season due to a re-injury of his sprained right finger. Maxey was preparing to come back to action, but an MRI revealed that he had aggravated the injury. The team announced on Wednesday that he is anticipated to make a complete recovery. This season, Maxey has …

The Orlando Magic secured the seventh position in the final standings of the Eastern Conference after a 96-76 win against the undermanned Boston Celtics at the Kia Center on Wednesday night. Franz Wagner from Germany led the charge for his team with a personal best of 23 points, going 9-for-17 from the field, while also contributing eight rebounds, two steals, …

•Get NBA League Pass NOW > Initially, this group faced considerable skepticism, with numerous NBA analysts heavily criticizing their prospects in mock drafts. Rather than complaining or seeking legal recourse, the Class of 2024 rolled up their sleeves and got to work. They focused on improving their skills. And indeed, they’ve contributed significantly to their respective teams. The players featured …