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- 2 (6)Johnny O'BryantFrom L.A. Lakers via MIN & PHX
- 2 (18)Lamar PattersonTraded to Hawks for future second-round pick. Originally from Toronto via PHX
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J-Will: It's championship or bust for the 76ers, LeBron
J-Will: It's championship or bust for the 76ers, LeBron
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The five biggest questions still facing Luka and the Lakers
After a transformative offseason on the floor and off, there are still massive unanswered questions for this Lakers team.
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The Anthony Edwards-LaMelo Ball partnership opens with chemistry and hope
The new LaMelo Ball-Anthony Edwards backcourt opens the season with a lot of flash and a renewed joy in Minnesota.
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Takeaways: LeBron at center?! Why the 76ers had to get creative on opening night
Brian Windhorst examines a surprising shift for LeBron, plus more takeaways from the NBA's season-opening tripleheader.
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Victor Wembanyama, Giannis Antetokounmpo lead record African heritage presence in NBA
Eighteen African countries are represented in the league, with Nigeria accounting for nearly half the number with 29 players of Nigerian origin.
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BAL to confirm franchises in 2027, but no timeline on new structure - Mark Tatum
NBA Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum said the league plans to announce BAL franchises in 2027, but there is no timeline for a change in the league format.
