The following statement was released by the NBA on Tuesday:
One year ago, the killing of George Floyd advanced a global reckoning around systemic racism and inspired a movement for social justice. Today and every day, members of the NBA family stand united in working for change and a future that provides true equality.
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— NBA (@NBA) May 25, 2021
LAS VEGAS — A look at top performers from Day 4 in Las Vegas: John Collins, Atlanta Hawks Collins continued a string of impressive showings with 15 points and 11 rebounds against the Bulls. He’s now shooting nearly 60 percent from the field this summer while averaging a double-double. Against the Bulls, he was particularly…
* * * Your top three candidates for Kia Most Improved Player? * * * David Aldridge: 1. Victor Oladipo, Indiana Pacers. Across the board career-highs — points (23.6), rebounds (5.3), assists (4.3), steals (a league-leading 2.2), field goal percentage (.472), 3-point percentage (.369) — and, he’s shooting 80.4 percent from the line. Per NBA.com/Stats,…
Zion Williamson has averaged 32.4 points over his last five games. Each week during the season, NBA.com writer John Schuhmann surveys the league to compile stats and notes for his in-depth Power Rankings. Before the next rankings drop on Monday, here are some of the storylines he’s keeping an eye on this weekend. 1. Zion…
When you open up the Conference Semifinals with a 22-point win… THE LINEUP What’s inside today’s edition? OKC Stays Sharp: OKC remains unbeaten in the 2024 Playoffs with a Game 1 win over Dallas Celtics Take Game 1: Jaylen Brown and Derrick White lead Boston past Cleveland Raising Their Game: How the Knicks have stepped…
This Tuesday, we spotlight three organizations that are all recent recipients of grants from the NBA Foundation. These three nonprofits work to support young men and offer a pathway toward a brighter future. Male mentorship has been a positive force in communities of color across this country as caring individuals step up to offer a…
Fans of all 30 NBA teams can shop the NBA latest hoodie collection. The Assist is your guide to the latest products and services connected to and inspired by the game we love. The content is created by NBA Digital. When you make a purchase, we receive revenue. With the excitement of a new season…
