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The five most fascinating things to watch in James Harden's Nets debut
This superteam carries immediate intrigue. Here are the early trends to monitor.
How efficient will Harden be for the Nets?
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SATURDAY'S GAMES
LeBron takes flight for massive putback jam in Lakers' win
Who's the best 3-point shooter on the Lakers? LeBron, AD weigh in
L.A. is among the NBA's best from beyond the arc and was sharp vs. the Pels. Who do they think is their best?
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Ten NBA things I like and don't like, including the awesome Lakers
Let's spotlight the intriguing Bucks, this new version of the Lakers and a standout rookie.
Charting the next step in Zion's star journey
It has been only 33 games, but Zion Williamson has lived up to the hype he entered the NBA with. Now what?
EARLY SEASON CHALLENGES
'We can do better': Even when Steph Curry is on, Warriors struggling to find their rhythm
Golden State lost despite 35 points from the star guard as the team tries to get its new cast in sync on both ends of the court.
AROUND THE ASSOCIATION
Tacko banks in a 2 to delight of Celtics' bench
Randle puts Drummond on a poster with slam
ESPN exclusive: Introducing the artist known as Willie Cauley-Stein
HAWKS
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Pope blesses MLK Hawks jersey
KYRIE IRVING SAGA
Charles Barkley: 'It's time for Kyrie to grow up'
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- PG: 'Back with vengeance' after playoff woes
- LeBron set to sign deal with Pepsi, sources say
- Luka upset after Mavs fail to call timeout in loss
- Donovan: Young Bulls 'don't know how' to win yet
- Towns says he's tested positive for COVID-19
- Giannis' plan to fix free throw issue: Shoot more
- Which players can and can't be traded
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Three tiers of Finals favorites
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Sorting out the NBA title contenders in the loaded Eastern Conference
Kirk Goldsberry breaks down the three tiers of Finals hopefuls in the East.
Trials and small joys
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The Golden State Warriors are learning how to be mortal
Will this Warriors core ever win another title? That question informs every item on the team's to-do list.
Basketball: A Love Story
- Basketball: A Love Story
Stream the entire series on ESPN+
Director Dan Klores creates a vibrant mosaic of basketball by exploring the complex nature of love as it relates to the game. Stream 62 short stories on the NBA, ABA, college hoops, the women's game, international basketball, and socio-cultural issues told by 165 legends.
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