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The difference in how fouls are called is warping NBA offenses
The level of contact allowed near the rim has accelerated the migration beyond the 3-point arc.
TOP HEADLINES
Hawks send 76ers home in Game 7 to advance to ECF
'He's fearless': Trae Young's heroics came just in time
Ice Trae went ice cold for much of Game 7, but he turned up the heat when it mattered most.
NBA PLAYOFFS MVP
NBA playoffs MVPs: Which superstar owned the conference semifinals?
How good were KD and Giannis in Round 2? How about the Point God? Our panel is ranking the MVPs of the conference semis.
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2021 NBA free agency and trades: Latest buzz, news and reports
NBA free agency officially opens on Aug. 2, but moves are already happening. Keep it here for the latest news and updates on signings and trades all offseason.
NBA trade tracker: Grades and details for every deal
Which players and picks are on the move? We have a rundown of the latest deals.
CHANGES IMMINENT
Stephen A.: 'You've got to trade Ben Simmons'
Doc Rivers unsure if Simmons can be the point guard 76ers need
Booker's lob to Bridges ignites the crowd, notches triple-double in Suns' Game 1 win over Clippers
The big takeaways from the Suns' Game 1 win over the Clippers
Say hello to the Playoff Suns, who downed the Clippers to win their 8th straight game.
BUCKS OUTLAST NETS
Bucks outlast Nets in epic Game 7, advance to Eastern Conference finals
By the tip of KD's shoe, the Bucks are halfway to their goal
After surviving seven games vs. Brooklyn, Milwaukee has both health and lessons learned as it chases a title.
DRAFT COMBINE
What to expect at the NBA and G League draft combines
After last year's fully remote draft process, this year's combines give teams a chance to get up close and personal with prospects looking to boost their stock.
TWO SHOTS, TWO OUTCOMES
KD can't convert late in OT as Bucks prevail
KD's off-balance 2 sends game to OT
Top Headlines
- Hawks stun 76ers, make second ECF in 50 years
- CP3 not far from mind as Suns win behind Booker
- Simmons takes blame: 'Offensively, I wasn't there'
- George: Booker, Suns present different challenge
- Suns architect Jones named Executive of Year
- Sources: Dinwiddie to decline $12.3M option
- Australia's Daniels signs with G League Ignite
- Davion Mitchell most NBA-ready prospect
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ESPN Daily Podcast
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The ESPN Daily podcast: How to listen, episode guide and more
Monday through Friday, host Pablo Torre brings you an inside look at the most interesting stories at ESPN, as told by the top reporters and insiders on the planet.
Historically good (ESPN+)
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NBA draft 2021: Cade Cunningham, Jalen Green and the rest of the top five could be historically great
No top five has produced four All-Stars since 2003, but scouts and execs are saying this year's draft class could have that level of talent.
Keeping pace with Luka
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NBA playoffs 2021: Luka Doncic's superstar ascent has created a timetable for the Dallas Mavericks
Every franchise dreams of having an MVP-caliber player. But a rising superstar means needing a star partner and a title-worthy team.
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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From the hardwood to the desktop, get additional NBA coverage from the association on NBA.COM