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@TheAthletic's #NBATwitter home. Here for every NBA story that matters. đ˛ https://t.co/uU2HxN3ciR | â https://t.co/AynYLXfba1
Joined December 2016
Remembering Gigi Bryant (2006-2020). Her story is for all to read.
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Another surreal Victor Wembanyama photo đ¤Ż. Draymond Green is listed at 6-foot-6.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo opens up about the risk of playing through his knee injury in the NBA Finals. "What basically happened is that if my leg had hyperextended one more time, I was done.â. Exclusive with @sam_amick:
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Clippers' chemistry issues? Sources say some players have struggled with the organizationâs preferential treatment that's afforded to Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. đđ.
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There might be no nastier move in basketball than the Shammgod. Remember when Russell Westbrook pulled this off?. đĽ @NBA.
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The Boston Celtics are 22-3 in their last 25 games, beating 14 playoff teams throughout that span.
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Like mother, like son. Jaden Ivey rocking his mom Nieleâs Detroit Shock WNBA jersey to tonightâs game. đ¸ @DetroitPistons
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For Jerry West, the final straw with the Lakers came when they repealed the lifetime season tickets he said the late Dr. Buss had promised him. âIt was a cold phone text to my wife.â. Exclusive with @sam_amick:
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Malik Monk is open to accepting less money to return to the Lakers, he told @jovanbuha in an exclusive interview. "They might not be able to pay me as much as I want, but I could be here and be way more comfortable as a Laker.".
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Since becoming the Heat head coach in 2008, Erik Spoelstra has won 20 playoff series. 20 series wins in 14 seasons.
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LeBron James, Anthony Davis, Draymond Green, Trae Young, Quavo are among those in attendance for Klutch Sportsâ Pro Day for Anthony Edwards and Tyrese Maxey in LA. (H/T @ShamsCharania)
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Bobby Portis had larger offers from other teams but remained in Milwaukee. Why?. "Being here the last two years, on and off the court, changed me.". Exclusive with @eric_nehm:
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The Minnesota Timberwolves' losing streak in Boston extends to 18 games đł. They havenât won on the road against the Celtics since March 2005 đą
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When Kevin Durant tore his Achilles, he received an encouraging text from Kobe Bryant, who tore his in 2013. The message? "Donât be a fâing crybaby. It's going to be all right.". Now Durant, The Achilles Whisperer, is passing it on.
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Kevon Looney just played his 100th game of the season. âAlong with that durability, heâs surging the deeper the season advances.â. @anthonyVslater on Game 2:
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Asked to identify the proudest of his 17 NBA seasons, Chris Paul struggles at first. But @CP3 eventually lands on his year with the Thunder. âThat year I played in Oklahoma City is something Iâll never forget.â. Exclusive with @anthonyVslater:
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In the same week, the @cavs took down the top team in both the East (Celtics) and West (Timberwolves).
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Not once, but twice. Nobody did buzzer beaters like Kobe. Happy birthday, Mamba. đĽ @Lakers.
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Steph Curryâs message to Klay Thompson?. Thereâs no pressure. âHe knows April, May and June is what itâs all about. I canât wait to see it.â. Exclusive with @ShamsCharania:
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The Mavericks prioritized Josh Green to not being included in the Kyrie Irving trade despite Brooklynâs strong interest in him, sources tell @tim_cato. Dallas also made sure to hold onto rookie Jaden Hardy.
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Jaylen Brownâs camp and the Celtics are starting to make progress on a contract extension, sources tell @JaredWeissNBA. The two sides are likely moving closer to an agreement over the coming week.
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Yuta Watanabe has agreed to a deal with the Suns, sources tell @ShamsCharania. Watanabe reunites with former Nets teammate Kevin Durant in Phoenix.
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Max Christie appears to be the Lakers scouting departmentâs latest overlooked gem, @jovanbuha writes. The second-rounder is shooting an elite 43.9 percent on 3s and often defending the opponentâs best backcourt scorer.
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Kevon Looney will return as the Warriorsâ starting center, according to Steve Kerr. âThere was a real fear that weâd lose him. To get him back is massive for our team.â. Exclusive with @anthonyVslater:
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Jalen Green since the All-Star break:. â˝ď¸ 20.3 PPG.â˝ď¸ 4.5 RPG.â˝ď¸ 47% FG
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What's the ceiling for this Indiana Pacers team in 2023-24?
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Giannis Antetokounmpo is on pace to be the first player since Wilt Chamberlain to average at least 31 points, 12 rebounds and five assists. And the Bucks have the best record in the NBA at 46-17. @talkhoops has a question regarding his MVP candidacy:
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The Knicks are 3-0 since trading for OG Anunoby, with wins against the Wolves, Bulls and 76ers.
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Steph Curry on the Jordan Poole aspect of the Warriorsâ trade for Chris Paul:. âYou hate losing JP. ⌠But, you know, weâre trying to win next year and CP can help us do that.â. More via @anthonyVslater:
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The Jordan Poole who Steph Curry sees reminds him of his second-year self. And the 22-year-old isnât passing up any opportunity to learn from an all-time great. Exclusive with @anthonyVslater & @ThompsonScribe:
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The Timberwolvesâ priority has shifted heading into this summer and beyond. Whatever decisions are made, the focus starts with Anthony Edwards. âď¸ @JonKrawczynski.
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In the Warriorsâ season-opening win, Steph Curry made a pact with Jordan Poole. It was one of the all-time greats declaring Poole worthy to ride with him on this journey. They are in this together. âď¸ @ThompsonScribe .đ
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Before Andre Iguodala made his decision to return to the Warriors, Donte DiVincenzo talked to the veteran. âBro, I know itâs not going to mean much, but itâd mean the fâing world to me if you come back.â. Exclusive with @anthonyVslater:
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The Warriors win Game 6 103-90 and the 2022 NBA Finals 4-2. âťď¸ Curry: 34 PTS, 6 3-PT.âťď¸ Wiggins: 18 PTS, 6 REB, 5 AST.âťď¸ Green: 12 PTS, 12 REB, 8 AST
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Malik Monk since entering the Lakers' starting five:. â˝ď¸ 25 PTS, 50% FG, 3 threes vs. HOU.â˝ď¸ 15 PTS, 66.7% FG, 2 threes vs. MEM.â˝ď¸ 18 PTS, 54.5% FG, 2 threes vs. POR.â˝ď¸ 22 PTS, 57.1% FG, 4 threes vs. MIN.â˝ď¸ 24 PTS, 53.3% FG, 6 threes vs. SAC
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There is a strong sense that Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. will both be back in time for the playoffs, sources tell @sam_amick. But Nikola JokiÄ isnât thinking that far ahead. âIâm just trying to win every game possible â every game.â.
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TyTy Washingtonâs mom is in kidney failure and hasnât seen him play in two months. This morning, she got the green light from her doctor to travel. And sheâs on her way to Indianapolis. Exclusive with @KyleTucker_ATH:
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Luka Doncic renovated his childhood basketball courts back in Slovenia đ. đ¸ @dallasmavs
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"Even today, you canât think of Utah Jazz basketball without thinking of Jerry Sloan.". Remembering Jerry Sloan: 1942-2020 đ.
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Steph Curry would not be happy if the Warriors lost Draymond Green because the team didnât want to pay him, sources tell @ThompsonScribe and @anthonyVslater. Curry has a desire for Green and Klay Thompson to be with him for the length of his stay.
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Markelle Fultz in his first game in 14 months: . â˝ď¸ 10 PTS.â˝ď¸ 6 AST.â˝ď¸ 5/7 FG.â˝ď¸ 16 MIN
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Developing - Orlando's Walt Disney World Resort is on track to win the bid to become the NBAâs playing site to resume the 2019-20 season, with hope emerging of games tipping off by mid-July. Details from @ShamsCharania & @sam_amick ⤾ď¸.
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Austin Reaves has been in Los Angeles doing three-a-day sessions of lifting, working out and then returning at night to shoot since mid-May. âAs a matter of fact, (the Lakers) told him to take a week off.â. Reaves wasnât having it. âď¸ @jovanbuha.
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In 2020 and 2021, the Warriors used three lottery picks on three teenagers. âA lot of stars wouldâve said, âNo, you have to trade all these young assets for a star.ââ. Steph Curry didnât, and heâs back in the NBA Finals. Exclusive with @anthonyVslater:
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"Iâm angry. Iâm afraid. And Iâm in pain. As I tell my players, Iâm not calling you out, Iâm calling you up." . âď¸ An open letter from @Suns head coach Monty Williams ⤾ď¸.
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Austin Reaves is expected to draw potential offer sheets from several teams with cap space this summer, sources tell @jovanbuha. They can offer a contract up to four years and a projected $98.7 million, but the Lakers can match. And they intend to.
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Steve Kerr discusses Andrew Wigginsâ absence from the Warriors:. âHeâs fine; heâs healthy and heâs working out. But he has to have the space to do what he needs for his family, and weâre supporting that.â. More in a conversation with @timkawakami:
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JUST IN - The Jazz are pulling Mike Conley Jr. from the starting five and will move Royce O'Neale into Conley's place. Details from NBA Insider @ShamsCharania & @Tjonesonthenba ⤾ď¸.
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âIn 25 years, when everyone ranks players once again for the leagueâs centennial, Michael Jordan will still be No. 1.â. Agree with @jon_greenberg?. đ
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After parting ways with Stephen Silas, the Rockets have several candidates in mind to become their next head coach, including:. â˝ď¸ Nick Nurse.â˝ď¸ Frank Vogel.â˝ď¸ Kenny Atkinson.â˝ď¸ Ime Udoka. More, from @KellyIko, @ShamsCharania and @Sam_Amick:.
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Jrue Holiday is expected to be among the 12 members of Team USAâs roster for the 2024 Olympics, sources tell @ShamsCharania and @joevardon. Team officials have valued Holidayâs two-way ability, point-of-attack defense and dynamic playmaking.
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Nikola JokiÄ can be so demoralizing. It takes a certain mentality to weather and keep coming for more. Bam Adebayo is here because of this mindset, @ThompsonScribe writes.
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Ausar Thompson was born one minute after Amen. âHe's the older brother, but I'm the big brother.â . The projected top-10 picks sat down for a wide-ranging interview with @ShamsCharania ⤾ď¸.
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Jaylen Brown has now scored 20+ points in 16 straight games, the longest such streak of his career.
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Steph Curry changed his profile photo on Twitter to Klay Thompson đ. @StephenCurry30 | @KlayThompson
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@warriors đ¤ @BamBam1A. A partnership with the K-pop megastar helped pave the way for Andrew Wigginsâ All-Star starter selection. But credit Wigginsâ on-court improvement and the teamâs PR campaign for finishing the job, @anthonyVslater writes. đ
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Why was Aaron Gordon the Nuggetsâ missing piece?. Because he sacrificed his pursuit of stardom in exchange for something bigger. This NBA Finals feels like the fulfillment of a purpose, a reward for his humility in embracing his role. âď¸ @ThompsonScribe.
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Seventeen years ago today, the Lakers acquired Pau Gasol from the Memphis Grizzlies in a deal that added another chapter to Kobe Bryant's LA legacy and eventually led to two Lakers championships. Tonight, the Lakers acquired Luka DonÄiÄ in a deal that will add another chapter to
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After he was cut by the Warriors, Avery Bradley booked a flight to Miami that included a layover in Los Angeles. Then the Lakers claimed him. âCâmon man, canât make that stuff up. Just like this is where I was supposed to be.â. Exclusive with @billoram:
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Steph Curry, graduate đ. Curry received his Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Sociology from Davidson College after completing his final semester this spring. H/T @warriors | @StephenCurry30
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Yuta Watanabe had a breakout year in Brooklyn, shooting 44.4 percent from 3, but the Netsâ crowd at the forward position makes it seem unlikely heâs back. One obvious place to look for him on a minimum deal would be Phoenix, @johnhollinger writes.
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The current 1-seed in the Eastern Conference: . The Boston Celtics
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PAOLO BANCHERO IS FEELING IT EARLY đĽ. Banchero is up to eight first quarter points on 3/3 shooting. đĽ @NBATV | @Pp_doesit.
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âBesides Luka DonÄiÄ, who is your favorite current Mavericks player?â. More than 2,500 fans responded to @tim_catoâs survey, and declared an overwhelming winner. Dorian Finney-Smith.
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Juliana Carlos, one of the people ejected, said on Instagram that her husband, Chris Carlos, was cursed out by LeBron James. @TheAthletic reviewed courtside video from Carlos and others; the only comment audible from James is him saying "Olâ steroid ass.".
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The Pistons could have chased Jalen Brunson, Deandre Ayton or Miles Bridges. Instead, theyâre spending another year accumulating assets and truly rebuilding. @johnhollinger applauds Detroitâs patience:
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Max Christieâs ascension has been the story of summer league for the Lakers. But Christie wants more, he tells @jovanbuha. âI canât say that I think Iâm a rotation player after a few games because itâs summer league. I still have a lot to prove.â.
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Kawhi Leonard doesn't say much, but those who knew him best during his two years at San Diego State had plenty to say. @JaysonJenks has a story for @TheAthleticInk about his college days, during which the Aztecs went 59-12 and made the NCAA Tournament.
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Gregg Popovich lost in the Play-In, but his influence is all over these playoffs:. âŤď¸Steve Kerr (player).âŤď¸Ime Udoka (player, assistant).âŤď¸Monty Williams (player).âŤď¸Doc Rivers (player).âŤď¸Mike Budenholzer (assistant).âŤď¸Taylor Jenkins (Spurs G League coach). H/T @DonHarris4
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Dorian Finney-Smith honestly might end up getting his jersey retired by the Mavericks, @tim_cato writes. âHeâs that good, that likable and far too irreplaceable to be traded before his extended contract expires in 2026.â.
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All indications, both publicly and privately, point to the Lakers planning to re-sign RFAs Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura and UFA DâAngelo Russell. They are also expected to try to retain UFAs Dennis SchrĂśder and Lonnie Walker IV. âď¸ @jovanbuha.
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Kevin Huerter from the OPPOSITE three-point line đ. đĽ @SacramentoKings | @KevinHuerter .
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Jeff Green spent his first NBA season with the Seattle SuperSonics (2007-08). 15 years later, heâs celebrating his Denver Nuggets championship sporting a Sonics hat at the parade.
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The Phoenix Suns and Miami Heat are currently in first place in their respective conferences. Neither team has an All-Star starter this year.
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These arenât your Grit and Grind Grizzlies. In Memphis, Ja Morant and Desmond Bane are leading a a team defined by its flash and fury. âThey talk the most s--- in the league.â . Exclusive with @MikeVorkunov:
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The Thunder are the first team in NBA history to have all of their points in a playoff game come from players 25 or younger. H/T @OptaSTATS | #NBAPlayoffs
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Jordan Poole hasnât spoken publicly since the incident with Draymond Green. The sense is that Pooleâs first media appearance will come next week when he signs his new deal, @timkawakami writes. âIt will be symbolic and it will be powerful.â.
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Kevin Durant in Game 2:. â˝ď¸ 27 PTS.â˝ď¸ 5 AST.â˝ď¸ 23% FG.â˝ď¸ 0/10 FG in the second half
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PJ Tucker sends a farewell message to the Miami Heat. Jimmy Butler chimed in too đ
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All indications are that the Lakers are Kyrie Irvingâs top destination if he leaves Brooklyn, whether itâs via a trade or in free agency next summer, @jovanbuha writes. More:
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Sources tell @ShamsCharania Damian Lillard is working towards a four-year, $196 million super maximum contract extension with the Trail Blazers.
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The Celtics have indicated to rival teams that they want to build around Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown â and have no interest to split up them up right now, sources tell @ShamsCharania. Boston appears open for business around other players. More:
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Dwight Howard tells @ShamsCharania that Kobe Bryant once told him he makes 1,000 shots a day. Howard tried to do the same. "And the next year, I was second in the MVP. Iâll never forget that.".
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