NBA Bubble: Giannis and other African players to watch in Orlando
With the NBA set to restart on July 30 in Orlando, after four months of coronavirus-enforced rest, there's plenty for fans of African players to get excited about.
2020 ScheduleAll times ET
2020 Schedule
40-24, 1st in Southwest
- 1/18L 124-115
- 1/20L 112-107
- 1/22W 121-105
- 1/24W 131-124
- 1/26L 117-110
- 1/27W 126-117
- 1/29L 125-112
- 1/31W 128-121
- 2/2W 117-109
- 2/4W 125-110
- 2/6W 121-111
- 2/7L 127-91
- 2/9L 114-113
- 2/11W 116-105
- 2/20W 135-105
- 2/22W 120-110
- 2/24W 123-112
- 2/26W 140-112
- 2/29W 111-110
- 3/2L 125-123
- 3/5L 120-105
- 3/7L 108-99
- 3/8L 126-106
- 3/10W 117-111
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D'Antoni confident that Westbrook will be ready when he returns (1:03)
Waiters' Island
More on Rajon Rondo's injury and who could potentially get his minutes in the lineup. Also, what during the pandemic that you like do you want to do after the pandemic is over? And, reaction to Charles Barkley's comments about how NBA players are turning social injustice messages "in to a circus." Plus, "Game of Games" and Crosstalk with Allen Sliwa.
NBA Restart concerns; NFL's new equipment addition
Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon talk about Washington's name change, Russell Westbrook's positive coronavirus test, the NFL's face shield, fall sports cancellation for a conference and more.
What happens to NBA players who violate quarantine in the bubble? (1:17)
HQ on the NBA Restart and more
Dan Le Batard, Bomani Jones, and Domonique Foxworth ask if Russell Westbrook testing positive for Covid change how you feel about the NBA restart, if we should give the Washington football team a pat on the back for officially deciding to change its name and if losing Rajon Rondo a big deal for the Lakers' title chances,
Westbrook tests positive for COVID19; NBA on social justice
Tony Reali and the national panel weigh in Russell Westbrook testing positive for coronavirus, LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Joel Embiid elect to wearing their own names on the back of their jerseys, Washington announcing the retirement of the nickname and logo and much more.
Rachel Nichols, Paul Pierce, Kendrick Perkins, Jorge Sedano and Napheesa Collier discuss the latest from the NBA bubble in Orlando.
The panel reacts to news of Russell Westbrook's positive COVID test, Rajon Rondo's hand injury and LeBron, AD and Embiid's decision to not put any messaging on their jerseys. Plus, a convo with Lynx star Napheesa Collier and more topics.
How will Westbrook's positive COVID-19 diagnosis affect the Rockets? (1:27)
Rockets' Caboclo inadvertently breaks quarantine
Rockets forward Bruno Caboclo will be quarantined eight more days after inadvertently breaking protocol, the NBA announced on Monday.
Rockets' Westbrook positive for coronavirus
Rockets star Russell Westbrook says he tested positive for the coronavirus and is in quarantine.
Potential surprise players for all 22 teams in the NBA restart
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Sources: Russ, Harden not with Rockets on flight
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Mason and Ireland HR 2: Scooping
"The Scoop" kicks off the second hour as Mason and Ireland talked Stanford dropping some of their sports' programs and Austin Rivers' comments about this year's NBA title coming with an asterisk. And, will Tik Tok be banned in the US? Plus, "Radio Tinder."
Here's how NBA players and teams are arriving to the Disney bubble
Get an inside look at NBA players' arrivals, hotel-room setups and practice courts as teams make their way into the Disney bubble.
New NBA Power Rankings, and key questions for all 22 teams
All 22 teams face big questions ahead of training camp, which begins this week in Orlando, Florida.
Rachel Nichols, Paul Pierce and Chiney Ogwumike react to the latest around the return to play. Plus segments with Kenny Smith, and Malika Andrews from the bubble in Orlando.
The panel discusses the latest from the Clippers closing their facility, the future of Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert's relationship plus segments with Kenny Smith and a live report from Malika Andrews in the Orlando bubble.
Lowe Post: Where Were We? Starring The Sixers, Heat And Rockets
Zach and John Hollinger of The Athletic play the second edition of "So, Where the Hell Were We?" starring the Sixers, Heat and Rockets.
D'Antoni not worried about his age coaching in Orlando (1:23)
Sources: Rockets' Sefolosha opts out of restart
Houston Rockets forward Thabo Sefolosha, who plays a key role defensively for the team, has opted out of the NBA's restart to the season, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
Adrian Wojnarowski Senior NBA Insider
Houston Rockets F Thabo Sefolosha is opting-out of NBA's Orlando restart, sources tell ESPN.
Why Jay Williams thinks Rockets rather face the Lakers than Clippers (2:22)
2020 NBA schedule: The 12 most important games of the restarted regular season
The schedule for the NBA's restart is set. Here are the must-watch games as teams push for the postseason.
Why NBA stars are fighting to save the life of a death row inmate in Oklahoma
Julius Jones faces death for a crime he maintains he didn't commit. Blake Griffin and Russell Westbrook lead a group of players trying to help save him.
2019-20 Southwest Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | 40 | 24 | .625 | - | W1 |
| Dallas | 40 | 27 | .597 | 1.5 | W1 |
| Memphis | 32 | 33 | .492 | 8.5 | L1 |
| New Orleans | 28 | 36 | .438 | 12 | W2 |
| San Antonio | 27 | 36 | .429 | 12.5 | W1 |
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2019-20 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Points Per Game
Assists Per Game
Field Goal Percentage
Rebounds Per Game
Steals Per Game
Blocks Per Game
Team Stats
Points Per Game118.12nd
Rebounds Per Game44.914th
Assists Per Game21.529th
Points Allowed114.422nd
Injuries
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 40 | 24 | .625 |
| 2018-19 | 53 | 29 | .646 |
| 2017-18 | 65 | 17 | .793 |
| 2016-17 | 55 | 27 | .671 |
| 2015-16 | 41 | 41 | .500 |