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Has the NBA title window closed for Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks?


Has the NBA title window closed for Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks?

Starting the season 1-3 isn't the end of the world, but for a team with championship aspirations like the Milwaukee Bucks, it's an uncertain start. Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard still haven't found their rhythm, and it's clear this partnership needs more time – and help. Khris Middleton is still out. The core is aging, […]

Pacers show maturity in OT after collapse


Pacers show maturity in OT after collapse

INDIANAPOLIS – Derrick White knew as soon as the ball hit his back and he turned to see Tyrese Haliburton catch it out of the corner of his eye. The Celtics' two-time All-League defenseman had the back of his head turned toward the baseline so he could more quickly find someone to foul or foul […]

The Pacers hold off the Celtics in overtime, the Cavs defeat the Lakers, and the James family returns


The Pacers hold off the Celtics in overtime, the Cavs defeat the Lakers, and the James family returns

Bronny James and LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers warm up before an NBA game against the Cavaliers in Cleveland (Jason Miller) Pascal Siakam hit the game-winning three-pointer in overtime as the Indiana Pacers beat Boston 135-132 on Wednesday, handing the NBA champion Celtics their first loss of the season. Indiana's win in the […]

Celtics and Pistons takeaways: C's survive 23-point comeback and remain undefeated


Celtics and Pistons takeaways: C's survive 23-point comeback and remain undefeated

Celtics-Pistons takeaways: C's survive 23-point comeback to remain undefeated originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston What you should know Jayson Tatum scored a team-high 37 points for the second time in three games. The Celtics led by as many as 23 points and held off a late push by the Pistons in the second half. […]

The Detroit Pistons deliver an epic rally, but cannot defeat the Boston Celtics


The Detroit Pistons deliver an epic rally, but cannot defeat the Boston Celtics

Lingering questions about Ausar Thompson's health suiting the Detroit Pistons Bryce and Omari discuss the health of Ausar Thompson, who fits into the squad and who could take over his role on October 20, 2024. Full “The Pistons Pulse” podcast available now. During the Boston Celtics' media day, Jaylen Brown threw an unprompted jab at […]

Rocket Notes: Green, Sengun, Thompson, Sheppard, Adams


Rocket Notes: Green, Sengun, Thompson, Sheppard, Adams

The Rockets'Decision to give contract extensions Jalen Green And Alperen Sengun was made after two of their future targets were taken off the market in free agency this summer, explains ESPN's Brian Windhorst in an article co-authored with Tim Bontemps. If the Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell and the Celtics' Derrick White Both reached extensions with their […]

Thunder rumbles past Jokic's Nuggets to open the NBA campaign


Thunder rumbles past Jokic's Nuggets to open the NBA campaign

Klay Thompson of the Dallas Mavericks congratulates Luka Doncic on a three-point basket in an NBA victory over the San Antonio Spurs (Sam Hodde). The Oklahoma City Thunder, powered by big games from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren, opened their NBA season with a dominant 102-87 victory over Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets on Thursday […]

Victor Wembanyama will have the best defensive season ever in the NBA (Hot Takes We Might Actually Believe)


Victor Wembanyama will have the best defensive season ever in the NBA (Hot Takes We Might Actually Believe)

The 2024-25 NBA season is here. At the end of an uneventful off-season, we take our annual journey too close to the sun and challenge you to endure the heat of these vistas. These are hot takes that we might actually believe. Last season, as Minnesota Timberwolves wingers Jaden McDaniels and Anthony Edwards stalked their […]

Fantasy basketball takeaways from NBA opening night


Fantasy basketball takeaways from NBA opening night

New York Knicks guard Miles McBride impressed on Tuesday, making him a waiver target for fantasy basketball managers. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa) The NBA is back and what a night to kick off the season! With only two games to play on Tuesday, the championship banner was raised in Boston and history was made in Los […]

The Celtics set the NBA record with 29 3-pointers, but didn't break it. Then they miss 13 three-pointers in a row


The Celtics set the NBA record with 29 3-pointers, but didn't break it. Then they miss 13 three-pointers in a row

BOSTON – The crowd in Boston chanted “One more 3!” The Celtics did their best, firing 13 shots from 3-point range to break the NBA record for 3s in a game – and missed them all. In the end, all defending champions were able to help Their 132-109 victory over the New York Knicks on […]