NBA: News
27 Dec 2024
National Basketball AssociationNBA: Ranking Memphis Grizzlies' top five highest-scoring games (all-time)
The Memphis Grizzlies made history recently with a jaw-dropping 155-point performance against the Toronto Raptors—their all-time franchise high and this NBA season's top-scoring game.
26 Dec 2024
National Basketball AssociationNBA: Presenting top five Rookie of the Year candidates
Stephon Castle remains atop the NBA Rookie Ladder for the San Antonio Spurs, with Yves Missi, Jaylen Wells, Alex Sarr, and Zach Edey closing in.
26 Dec 2024
National Basketball Association#ThisDayThatYear: Detroit Pistons set NBA record with 27 losses
On December 26, 2023, the Detroit Pistons made history, but not in the way they hoped.
25 Dec 2024
National Basketball Association#ThisDayThatYear: O'Neal becomes second NBA player with 5,000 FT misses
On December 25, 2008, while playing for the Phoenix Suns, Shaquille O'Neal etched his name in a unique NBA record, becoming the second player ever to miss 5,000 free throws.
25 Dec 2024
National Basketball AssociationNBA: Ranking players with the most points on Christmas Day
Christmas Day NBA games are a long-standing tradition, starting in 1947 when the New York Knicks defeated the Providence Steamrollers at Madison Square Garden.
24 Dec 2024
National Basketball Association#ThisDayThatYear: Boston set NBA rebound record with 109 boards
On December 24, 1960, the Boston Celtics set an extraordinary NBA record by securing 109 rebounds in a single game against the Detroit Pistons.
24 Dec 2024
National Basketball AssociationRanking five best Christmas Day NBA games of all time
Christmas Day is a marquee event for the NBA, showcasing elite matchups featuring star players and high stakes.
23 Dec 2024
National Basketball AssociationPresenting top five NBA Christmas' best individual performances
NBA Christmas games are where players shine and memories are made.
22 Dec 2024
Basketball#ThisDayThatYear: Bill Russell makes his NBA debut for Boston Celtics
On December 22, 1956, Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell made his NBA debut, marking the start of a historic career that would redefine the game.
22 Dec 2024
National Basketball AssociationReassessing the MVP contenders after 2024 NBA Cup
The NBA MVP race heats up after the NBA Cup, with top contenders solidifying their positions and emerging stars making their cases.
21 Dec 2024
National Basketball AssociationNBA: Ranking players with most total minutes played (regular season)
LeBron James has cemented his legacy by surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as the NBA's all-time leader in total minutes played.
21 Dec 2024
National Basketball Association#ThisDayThatYear: Kareem becomes fifth NBA player to score 25,000 points
On December 21, 1980, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, already a towering figure in NBA history, became just the fifth player to surpass 25,000 career points.
20 Dec 2024
National Basketball Association#ThisDayThatYear: Kobe Bryant dominates, outscoring an entire team
On December 20, 2005, Kobe Bryant delivered a historic NBA performance, scoring 62 points in just three quarters against the Dallas Mavericks.
19 Dec 2024
National Basketball Association#ThisDayThatYear: Rockets set NBA single-game record with 26 three-pointers
On December 19, 2018, the Houston Rockets showcased their shooting prowess by setting an NBA single-game record with 26 three-pointers in a dominant win over the Washington Wizards.
19 Dec 2024
National Basketball AssociationFive current NBA players with unusual free throw forms
Free throws are a fundamental skill in the NBA, but some players have unique forms that make their shots stand out.
18 Dec 2024
National Basketball Association#ThisDayThatYear: Gene Shue becomes third coach with 700 wins
On 18 December 1984, in NBA history, Washington Bullets head coach Gene Shue made history by becoming just the third coach in league history to reach 700 career wins.
18 Dec 2024
National Basketball AssociationPresenting five major takeaways from the 2024 NBA Cup final
The Milwaukee Bucks clinched the NBA Cup with a 97-81 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder, showcasing a stunning season rebound after a 2-8 start.
17 Dec 2024
Golden State WarriorsNBA: Most assists in a game by a team (2024)
The 2024 NBA season has seen teams elevate their playmaking to new heights, with record-setting assists.
17 Dec 2024
National Basketball Association#ThisDayThatYear: Gilbert Arenas clocks franchise-record 60 points against LA Lakers
On December 17, 2006, Gilbert Arenas delivered a historic performance, scoring a franchise-record 60 points as the Washington Wizards edged out the Los Angeles Lakers 147-141 in overtime.
16 Dec 2024
National Basketball AssociationNBA: Ranking players with most 40-point career triple-doubles
Triple-doubles are a rare feat in the NBA, but achieving them while scoring 40+ points elevates a player into an elite category.
16 Dec 2024
National Basketball Association#ThisDayThatYear: Houston Rockets make NBA record of 24 3-pointers
On December 16, 2016, the Houston Rockets made history by setting an NBA record for most three-pointers in a game, hitting 24 against the New Orleans Pelicans.
15 Dec 2024
National Basketball Association#ThisDayThatYear: Alvin Robertson becomes NBA's third player with 2,000 steals
On December 15, 1995, Toronto Raptors' Alvin Robertson made NBA history by becoming the third player ever to surpass 2,000 career steals.
14 Dec 2024
National Basketball Association#ThisDayThatYear: Stephen Curry tops NBA's all-time 3-point leaderboard
On December 14, 2021, Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry surpassed Ray Allen to become the NBA's all-time leader in three-pointers made.
14 Dec 2024
National Basketball AssociationPresenting NBA Cup MVP candidates through the quarter-finals
The NBA Cup reaches its thrilling conclusion in Las Vegas, with the Milwaukee Bucks, Atlanta Hawks, Houston Rockets, and Oklahoma City Thunder battling for the championship.
13 Dec 2024
National Basketball AssociationRanking the NBA's top four most valuable teams in 2024
The NBA has seen a significant rise in franchise values, with 12 teams now making the Top 50 list, double the number from last year.
13 Dec 2024
National Basketball Association#ThisDayThatYear: Giannis Antetokounmpo scores record 64 points for Milwaukee Bucks
On December 13, 2023, Giannis Antetokounmpo made Milwaukee Bucks basketball history, scoring a franchise-record 64 points to lead the Bucks to a 140-126 victory over the Indiana Pacers.
12 Dec 2024
National Basketball AssociationRanking the top five 2024 NBA front offices
Since 1973, the NBA's Executive of the Year award has honored top decision-makers, often reflecting recency bias rather than long-term success.
12 Dec 2024
National Basketball Association#ThisDayThatYear: Bucks end Warriors' 24-game win streak in 2015
On December 12, 2015, the Milwaukee Bucks shocked the NBA by ending the Golden State Warriors' record-setting 24-game win streak to start the season.
11 Dec 2024
National Basketball AssociationNBA: Decoding Heat forward Jimmy Butler's potential trade destinations
Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler could be on the move as trade rumors swirl around the NBA.
11 Dec 2024
National Basketball Association#ThisDayThatYear: Sloan becomes fifth NBA coach to reach 1,000 wins
On December 11, 2006, Jerry Sloan etched his name in NBA history by becoming the fifth coach to achieve 1,000 career wins.
10 Dec 2024
BasketballDecoding the NBA Cup knockout stage fixtures
The NBA Cup quarter-finals is all set to bring excitement with games on December 11 and 12.
10 Dec 2024
National Basketball Association#ThisDayThatYear: Carmelo Anthony matches George Gervin's single-quarter scoring mark
On December 10, 2008, Carmelo Anthony lit up the court by scoring 33 points in a single quarter, tying George Gervin's NBA record.
09 Dec 2024
National Basketball AssociationRanking top five NBA players with the most career assists
Assists are the backbone of team play, and some legends have redefined the art of sharing the ball.
08 Dec 2024
National Basketball AssociationDecoding the MVP front runners in the ongoing NBA Cup
The Emirates NBA Cup heats up as teams vie for the championship and MVP honors, with performance during Group Play and Knockout Rounds determining the MVP winner.
08 Dec 2024
National Basketball Association#ThisDayThatYear: Spurs rookie Wembanyama makes history with stellar 20-20 game
On December 08, 2023, Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama made NBA history with a remarkable 20-point, 20-rebound performance against the Washington Wizards.
07 Dec 2024
National Basketball AssociationNBA: Decoding the most disappointing players this season
Disappointment often stems from unfulfilled expectations.
07 Dec 2024
National Basketball Association#ThisDayThatYear: Terry Mills ties NBA record for most consecutive 3-pointers
On December 07, 1996, Detroit Pistons forward Terry Mills etched his name in NBA lore by tying the record for most consecutive three-pointers made.
06 Dec 2024
National Basketball AssociationNBA: Decoding players with most triple-doubles for Denver Nuggets
The Denver Nuggets have a rich history of versatile stars, and their triple-double leaders are a testament to all-around excellence.
06 Dec 2024
National Basketball Association#ThisDayThatYear: Bryant, Jamison make history with opposing 50-point games
December 06, 2000, marked a historic night in NBA history as Kobe Bryant and Antawn Jamison became just the third pair of players on opposing teams to each score 50+ points in a game.
05 Dec 2024
National Basketball AssociationNBA: Decoding Rookie of the Year frontrunners
None of the last six players named Rookie of the Month in October/November sustained their momentum to win the NBA Rookie of the Year. Ja Morant was the last to do so in 2019-20.
