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LeBron James on Nikola Jokic - “There has not been a more dominant, complete player that I’ve played against.”

An Atlanta Hawks fan hits a half court shot for $10,000 and proceeds to celebrate in an interesting way

The Thunder are 18-1 and are getting their second best player back. They have 4 first round picks in 2026, and could reasonably pick #1 and #5 if current trends hold up

[Charania] Dallas Mavericks’ Anthony Davis – sidelined for the last month with a calf strain – plans to return to action against the Lakers in Los Angeles tonight, sources tell ESPN. It’s the first time the 2020 NBA champion is facing his former team in L.A. since the February trade.

Deandre Ayton on his role with the Lakers: “I’m here to give the Lakers what they’ve been missing for a long time: a big that can put up numbers, anchor the defense, and be a presence on both ends of the floor.”

[Highlight] Luka Doncic lobs to LeBron James for the slam dunk

Lakers to use usual court for NBA Cup after slipping issues

[Highlight] Things are getting chirpy between Desmond Bane and Cade Cunningham in the Pistons-Magic game

Zach LaVine currently has the lowest plus/minus this season, at -212.

[Austin Rivers] weighs in on the Magic being better without Paolo Banchero, and whether they should look to trade him: “I need you to stop doing drugs, first and foremost. Cut it out. Stop using, stop abusing. You’re out of your fucking mind.”

[Highlight] Tyrese Martin beats the 3Q buzzer with this DEEP pull-up three

[Highlight] De’Andre Hunter slams it on Mo Gueye and forces him to commit an offensive foul after a stare down

NBA streaming games online for free today in the US, for Black Friday

[Newsweek] Shai Gilgeous-Alexander became just the second player in the last 50 seasons to have 16 30-point performances through 19 games of the season — The other being NBA legend Michael Jordan who did it 17 times in the 1986-87 season.

Through 272 games (22%) of the 25-26 season, fouls and free throws per game are the highest they’ve been in 20 years. Stan Van Gundy reports from talking to coaches that they are copying OKC and teaching defense differently. They no longer prioritize avoiding fouls in favor of forcing more turnovers

Kevin Durant on how defense has changed recently: “Grab hold push. The defense today. Crash dummy hoops but it’s entertaining”

Anthony Davis receives cheers during his introduction in Crypto Arena

[Post Game Thread] The Orlando Magic (11-8) defeat the Detroit Pistons (15-3), 112-109 behind 37 from Desmond Bane

There is a growing sense that the Timberwolves will sell high on Julius Randle should the right star become available before Feb. However, the problem is that they don’t have any 1st-round picks they can trade, which would be problematic with pursuing Morant or another star guard, via Brett Siegel

[Highlight] Cade Cunningham with the best intentionally missed FT of all time

[Post Game Thread] The Atlanta Hawks (12-8) defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers (12-8) 130-123 behind Jalen Johnson’s 29/12/12 triple double

Due to Several Injuries, the Grizzlies are Starting Vince Williams Jr at PG. Over His Last 5 Games, He is Averaging 11 Assists on Just 27 MPG

Steven Adams discussing Thanksgiving

[Highlight] Foul called on Kuzma (on the floor) as Brunson hits the ridiculous 3 (that won’t count)

Desmond Bane explodes in the win vs the Pistons: 37 PTS | 8 REB 2 AST | 1 STL | 2 BLK | ¹³⁄₂₅ FG | 0/5 3FG | ¹¹⁄₁₂ FT | 61% TS

Jalen Johnson leads the Hawks past Cleveland with another triple-double: 29 PTS | 12 REB | 12 AST | 2 STL | 9-18 FG | 3-7 3PT | 8-12 FT

NBA Group Stage final day cheat sheet; what scenarios does each remaining team have to root for (11/28/25)

[Highlight] Jalen Duren goes coast to coast for the dunk

Cade Cunningham with a near quadruple-double despite the loss Orlando: 39 PTS, 13 REB, 11 AST, 8 TOV in 40min

[Goldsberry] The Efficiency Landscape. What jumps out?

Jalen Brunson, The Captain, in a crucial game for East Group C position: 37/1/5 on 12-21 FG, 4-6 3PT, 9-10 FT

[Highlight] Giannis Antetokounmpo takes it the length of the court and finishes with a finger roll

[Highlight] Giannis finishes off the lob from Ryan Rollins

[Highlight] Jalen Johnson grabs the rebound for a triple-double, and makes the pass to Nickeil Alexander-Walker for the dagger three

Tyrese Maxey tries running pups Howie and Spike through the agility course at the National Dog Show

[Injury] Sixers’ Andre Drummond heads to the locker room after appearing to hurt his leg

[Scotto] Sources: 76ers center Andre Drummond has a hyperextended knee after a preliminary report. He was helped off the court in a wheel chair.

[Highlight] Coby White hits his 1000th career three in his home state

Jalen Johnson drops a triple-double vs Cavaliers: 28 PTS, 12 REB, 12 AST, 2 STL in 38min

Despite only 16% of his 2s and 22% of his 3s being assisted, Shai is still shooting 68% TS

[Instagram] - Sacramento King’s season ticket holder who was escorted out of yesterday’s game

Is Zion Williamsson one of the biggest underachievers during 21st Century?

[Highlight] Jalen Johnson throws a lob from almost half-court to Zaccharie Risacher for the finish

After struggling in the beginning of his return to the court, Jared McCain has the following stats over his past three games: 26.5 MPG, 16.7 PPG, 2 RPG, 2 APG, 2 SPG, 45.0% FG, 47.4% 3FG (on 19 attempts), and 83.3% FT!

Brooklyn Nets’ Lotto Pick Egor Demin in tonight’s loss: 23 points, 8 RB, 3 AST, 1 TO, 1 ST, 2 BLK 53.3% FG, 41.6% 3P.

The Bucks have lost 7 consecutive games and are now 8-12

Giannis despite the loss: 30 Pts, 15 Rebs, 8 Asts, +2 in 28 minutes.

[Highlight] Ryan Rollins lobs it up to Giannis for the hammer jam