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- Inside the secret skill that fuels Stephen Curry's record-breaking career January 21, 2021It took 18 seasons for Reggie Miller to hit 2,560 3-pointers, second most in NBA history. Curry will pass him in just over 11. How did he do it? This story reveals a singular elite skill, developed over a decade -- and how it has changed the game.
- NBA enforcing no-hug rule with midcourt security January 21, 2021Because there were still instances of traditional postgame contact between players, the NBA issued a memo reaffirming rules requiring teams to remain on their half of the court in pregame and halftime warm-ups, and limiting contact after games.
- Embiid scoffs at Smart's claim he 'flails' for calls January 21, 2021Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid dominated the Celtics to the tune of 42 points, including going 17-of-21 from the free throw line, a stat that Boston's Marcus Smart wasn't happy with.
- Kyrie returns with 37; Nets fall in debut of Big 3 January 21, 2021Kyrie Irving returned to the Nets' starting lineup Wednesday against the Cavaliers, scoring 37 points in his first game with Kevin Durant and James Harden, but Brooklyn fell 147-135 in double overtime.
- Hornets' Zeller to return after 4-week absence January 21, 2021Hornets center Cody Zeller, who missed four weeks with a broken bone in his non-shooting hand, said he's ready to return in Friday's game against Chicago. Coach James Borrego said Zeller won't be on a minutes restriction.
- Sources: NBA PPDs evolving as Grizzlies parked January 21, 2021The Grizzlies' next three games have been postponed as the NBA is adjusting how it handles COVID-19 exposures by essentially parking teams and taking them out of circulation, sources say
- Nuggets' Porter questionable for return vs. Suns January 21, 2021As he starts to work back his conditioning level, Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. is considered questionable for Friday's game against the Suns, coach Michael Malone told reporters.
- Big dunks aren't the only payoff for Warriors as rookie Wiseman settles in January 21, 2021Early results have been uneven, but the phenom delivered his best game yet while absorbing new lessons.
- 'I believe in us': On MLK Day, NBA players reflect on social justice and what comes next January 18, 2021As the league celebrates the words and impact of Martin Luther King Jr., a group of NBA players reflects on the past year and looks forward in the pursuit of social justice.
