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The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a professional basketball league in North America comprising of 30 teams (29 in the United States and 1 in Canada). The NBA is considered the top professional basketball league in the world.

Current Champions
Denver Nuggets
Founded
1946
Most Championships
Boston Celtics Los Angeles Lakers (17 each)

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5 greatest Boston Celtics players to never win a championship

While the Celtics are the most successful franchise in NBA history along with the Lakers, there are a few great Boston players who never won a ring.

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Most iconic broadcasters in NBA history

Discover some of the most iconic NBA broadcasters, with their unique personas, and culture-changing influence

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Giannis Antetokounmpo has redefined player empowerment in the NBA

The NBA has seen player empowerment go too far, but Giannis Antetokounmpo has redefined it the right way.

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Ranking the top 5 Asian NBA players of all time

As the NBA has grown in Asia, so has the presence of Asian players in the league, including the likes of Yao Ming and Jeremy Lin.

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Minnesota Timberwolves have 'good contract to ship out' if 'young nucleus' fails

With Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels leading the Minnesota Timberwolves’ young core, the future is very bright indeed.

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LeBron James can take Los Angeles Lakers star to the 'next level'

Lakers forward Rui Hachimura is tipped to have a breakout season after working out with 18-time All-Star LeBron James for much of the summer.

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Damian Lillard trade could 'blow up’ in the Phoenix Suns’ face'

The Phoenix Suns traded DeAndre Ayton as part of a three-team trade that sent Damian Lillard to the Milwaukee Bucks.

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New York Knicks trade for Joel Embiid would be 'bad move' for both parties

The New York Knicks are never far away from being mentioned in trade rumors, particularly when it comes to the status of the NBA’s biggest stars.

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5 NBA unicorns that paved the way for Victor Wembanyama

Victor Wembanyama is the final version of these five NBA unicorns that paved the way for him to come and dominate the league.

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Karl-Anthony Towns facing uncertain future with Minnesota Timberwolves

The Timberwolves franchise star is once again at the center of trade speculation, with a move away from Minnesota not entirely out of the question.

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10 biggest NBA Draft busts of all time

While a lot of top lottery picks in the NBA went on to have successful careers, there are also many others who failed to live up to expectations.

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What to expect from Scoot Henderson in his rookie NBA season

With jaw-dropping athleticism and a confident command of the point guard spot, what's in store for Scoot Henderson in his first NBA season?

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5 storylines from the last week in the NBA

The NBA has been back for a week, and as expected, the league is rife with talking points and storylines.

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L.A. Lakers have 'a fighters chance' to win NBA title for big reason

In a long 82-game NBA season, having good role players on a team can be the difference between winning a title and missing out on the playoffs.

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Miami Heat now in ‘precarious position’ after failed Beal and Lillard trades

They lost key players in free-agency. They failed to make a trade for an NBA superstar. Are the Miami Heat now in trouble?

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Jaden McDaniels earned $136 million extension after ‘breakout’ season with the Minnesota Timberwolves

After a breakout season last year, Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels earned himself a big contract extension.

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Potential James Harden-Russell Westbrook pairing "could create more headaches" for L.A. Clippers

Could it be third-team lucky for a potential James Harden and Russell Westbrook reunion in the City of Angels?

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5 players poised for their first NBA All-Star Game in 2024

Despite the game typically featuring many of the same faces, a couple new additions always find a way to sneak in.

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What to expect from LaMelo Ball in 2023-24

After signing a max deal to remain with the Charlotte Hornets, All-Star point guard LaMelo Ball aims to make his first playoff appearance in 2023-24.

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NBA Northwest Division projections for the 2023-24 season

The Nuggets are the best team in the NBA Northwest Division. However, the other teams below them could give them some serious problems.

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