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Victor Wembanyama dresses as Geralt of Rivia for Halloween
San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama continued his Halloween tradition by dressing as Geralt of Rivia from 'The Witcher' for a game.
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Klay Thompson finds shooting rhythm in Heat victory
Klay Thompson made seven 3-pointers, including five in the third quarter, to help the Miami Heat defeat the Indiana Pacers 145-125. This performance improved his 3-point shooting percentage to 39% after a slow start to the season.
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Jeanie Buss Alleges Conspiracy in Lakers Ownership Dispute
Jeanie Buss has accused her siblings of "cloak and dagger" tactics in court filings. This accusation comes amidst her siblings' efforts to sell their shares in the Lakers.
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Curry's 31 points power Warriors' comeback win
Stephen Curry scored 31 points as the Warriors defeated the Lakers 112-95. The team overcame a 25-point deficit to secure the victory.
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Dillon Brooks ejected from Suns-Nuggets game
Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks was ejected from Friday night's 127-120 loss to the Denver Nuggets. Officials upgraded an infraction involving Brooks kicking guard Jamal Murray to a Flagrant 2 foul, resulting in an automatic ejection.
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Knicks' Inconsistent Offense Draws Criticism
Following two consecutive victories, the New York Knicks' offense has reverted to inconsistent play, according to reports.
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LeBron James' strong performance leads 76ers past Knicks
LeBron James delivered a pivotal late-game performance for Philadelphia against the Knicks. Coach Nick Nurse described it as James's best game since joining the 76ers.
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Holmgren out 8-10 weeks with knee injury
Chet Holmgren is expected to miss eight to ten weeks due to a knee injury. This adds to recent setbacks for the Thunder, who also lost Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace for extended periods earlier this week.
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Athletes showcase Halloween costumes
Athletes across various sports celebrated Halloween by displaying their costumes.
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Chet Holmgren sidelined 8-10 weeks with patellar tendon tear
Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren is expected to miss eight to ten weeks due to a small patellar tendon tear in his right knee. Holmgren underwent biological treatment on Friday after experiencing discomfort.
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NBA Players' Halloween Celebrations
NBA players have a tradition of celebrating Halloween, often showcasing various costumes and festivities.
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NBA Players Celebrate Halloween
NBA players showcased their Halloween spirit by dressing in costumes over the weekend. Teams like the Spurs, Grizzlies, and Bucks shared images of players participating in the festivities.
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Thunder Reportedly Signing Ochai Agbaji
The Oklahoma City Thunder are reportedly signing forward Ochai Agbaji to fill a roster spot. This move follows injuries to Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace, according to sources who spoke to ESPN's Shams Charania.
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Heat unveil updated Dwyane Wade statue
The Miami Heat have unveiled an updated statue of Dwyane Wade. The original statue's face had reportedly been criticized.
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NBA Cup 2026: Schedule, Format, and Groups Announced
ESPN NBA has released details regarding the fourth annual NBA in-season tournament, including its schedule, format, and group alignments.
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Thunder Face Decisions After Season-Altering Injuries
ESPN's Brian Windhorst and Tim MacMahon are reportedly assessing the league's perspective on the Oklahoma City Thunder's potential actions following two significant injuries that impacted their season.
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Kevin Durant reflects on his time with Oklahoma City
In a recent interview, Kevin Durant discussed his appreciation for Oklahoma City, following what was described as his most acrimonious departure from a team.
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Ja Morant exits game with hamstring injury
Ja Morant left Thursday night's game in the fourth quarter due to a left hamstring injury. This was his first game against his former team.
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Golden State Valkyries eye WNBA championship in Game 6
The Golden State Valkyries will play Game 6 of the WNBA Finals today, holding a 3-2 series lead against Atlanta. A win would secure their first championship in the franchise's second season.
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NBA Coaches Advocate for Flopping Rule Adjustment
NBA coaches Chris Finch and Steve Kerr have voiced their desire for the league to modify how flopping violations are officiated, suggesting a greater emphasis on offensive plays.
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Curry scores 44 points in Warriors' win
Stephen Curry contributed 44 points to help the Warriors secure a 119-114 victory against the Timberwolves on Wednesday night. This marks the team's second consecutive win.
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Hornets Bench Naz Reid for Not Meeting Team Standards
Hornets forward Naz Reid was benched at halftime during Wednesday's game against the Pistons. The team stated the decision was due to Reid not meeting their standards.
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Top pick Dybantsa scores 19 in Wizards debut
AJ Dybantsa, the No. 1 overall pick in the recent NBA draft, led the Washington Wizards with 19 points during his NBA debut on Wednesday.
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Antetokounmpo leads Heat to victory, Adebayo sets rebounding record
Giannis Antetokounmpo contributed 24 points and 18 rebounds in his initial win with the Heat. Bam Adebayo also became the franchise's all-time rebounding leader.