NBA predictions: Win-loss records for Nets, Bucks and every East team
The Nets and Bucks could be battling for conference supremacy all season long. Our NBA Summer Forecast kicks off with records and standings predictions for every East team.
2022 Schedule
2022 Schedule
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Canada gives OK for Raptors to play in Toronto
The Raptors, who played their home games in Tampa last season due to travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic, will be allowed to play home games this season at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto.
Wallace, Bosh, Pierce and Webber walked so the modern NBA could run
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Chris Bosh's Hall of Fame evolution
Chris Bosh's career was cut short at its peak, but the Hall of Fame inductee still managed to change the blueprint for modern NBA centers.
Kawhi's in a video, Trae Young and Tom Brady react to Drake's 'Certified Lover Boy'
At long last, Drake's new album -- "Certified Lover Boy" -- has been released. With Drake's ever-shifting sports fandom and ubiquitous presence at sporting events, the sports world was buzzing.
NBA offseason grades: Where the Nets, Bulls and every East team check in
Eastern Conference teams made some of the offseason's biggest splashes. Which teams set themselves up to succeed? Which teams failed to hit the mark? We're grading all 15 franchises.
Full NBA schedule drops for 2021-22 season
A trio of return games for All-Star point guards Russell Westbrook, Kyle Lowry and Kemba Walker highlighted the NBA's full schedule release Friday afternoon.
Coming August 23rd from 30 for 30 Podcasts and The Undefeated, The King of Crenshaw — a story of basketball, rap, and the legacy of Nipsey Hussle.
The King of Crenshaw is a four-part podcast series that will focus on how the late Nipsey Hussle’s life, death, and legacy deeply impacted the sports world. This series aims to examine how that overlap of Black male creativity, talent, and ambition will forever live on in Nipsey’s responsibility to his neighborhood. And how NBA players are vowing to continue his marathon moving forward. From 30 for 30 Podcasts and The Undefeated. Hosted by Justin Tinsley, Senior Reporter for The Undefeated. Original music for the series by 1500 or Nothin'. All four episodes available August 23, 2021.
Matt Morgan lobs it up to Freddie Gillespie for a jam (0:19)
Precious Achiuwa posterizes defender and points at him (0:30)
Toronto Raptors' BAL recruit Anas Mahmoud confident his best form has yet to come
Since starring in Zamalek's Basketball Africa League (BAL) win in May, Toronto Raptors center Anas Mahmoud has barely had a moment to blink.
Precious Achiuwa's dunk excites even the commentators (0:19)
The magical day Kobe Bryant became Lord of the Rings at Rucker Park
In 2002, Kobe Bryant's surprise arrival at Harlem's legendary court caused a stir. This is the oral history of what happened when the Lakers great put his streetball cred on the line.
Scottie Barnes' lockdown defense leads to easy bucket for Matt Morgan (0:22)
Jericho Sims rises up for incredible alley-oop (0:16)
Sources: NBA to investigate Lonzo, Lowry deals
Sign-and-trade deals between the Bulls and Pelicans for Lonzo Ball, and between the Heat and Raptors for Kyle Lowry, are under NBA investigation, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski and Ramona Shelburne.
Horry: Masai Ujiri makes the Raptors a destination (2:07)
Sources: Ujiri agrees to new deal with Raptors
Masai Ujiri, who has established himself as one of the most prominent, successful and sought-after executives in professional sports, has agreed to a significant new deal to become vice chairman and president of the Raptors, sources told ESPN.
Adrian Wojnarowski Senior NBA Insider
ESPN Sources: Masai Ujiri -- architect of the 2019 champions -- has agreed to a significant new deal to become Vice Chairman/President of the Toronto Raptors. Ujiri continues as both Raptors' top basketball/business executive and a global philanthropist through his Giants of Africa.
Achiuwa grateful for time with Heat but eager for challenge in Toronto
Precious Achiuwa returned from Nigeria duty in Tokyo to find he'd been traded from the Miami Heat to the Toronto Raptors, and tells ESPN he was grateful for his time in Florida.
NBA trade grades: After adding Kyle Lowry, what is Miami's place in the East now?
The Heat landed arguably the best available free agent of 2021. Kevin Pelton breaks down what the future holds for Miami's star-studded roster.
Sources: Raptors, Trent agree to 3-year, $54M deal
The Raptors have agreed to a three-year, $54 million deal with Gary Trent Jr., sources told ESPN. The third year is a player option, sources said.
Heat land Lowry, retain Robinson on $90M deal
Kyle Lowry is joining the Heat on a three-year deal while Duncan Robinson agreed to a 5-year, $90 million contract.
Kyle Lowry leaves Raptors, joins Heat on a 3-year sign-and-trade deal (1:39)
Sources: Heat aim to be front-runners for Lowry
The Miami Heat are positioning themselves to become front-runners to land Kyle Lowry in a sign-and-trade agreement once discussions are permitted to begin on Monday, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
2020-21 Atlantic Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 49 | 23 | .681 | - | W2 |
| Brooklyn | 48 | 24 | .667 | 1 | W5 |
| New York | 41 | 31 | .569 | 8 | W3 |
| Boston | 36 | 36 | .500 | 13 | L1 |
| Toronto | 27 | 45 | .375 | 22 | L7 |
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Team Stats
Points Per Game111.319th
Rebounds Per Game41.628th
Assists Per Game24.120th
Points Allowed112.418th
2021 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(4) | Scottie Barnes | SF | Florida State |
| 2(16) | Dalano Banton | PG | Nebraska |
| 2(17) | David Johnson | PG | Louisville |
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 53 | 19 | .736 |
| 2018-19 | 58 | 24 | .707 |
| 2017-18 | 59 | 23 | .720 |