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The inside story of the moment that changed the NBA forever
For four days, the Donald Sterling tapes threatened to shut down the 2014 NBA playoffs. Five years later, it remains one of the great what-ifs in league history.
The Sterling Affairs: Listen to the 30 for 30 five-part podcast series
When an audio recording of a racist rant by former Clippers owner Donald Sterling was leaked online in 2014, it caused an uproar that changed the NBA forever. "The Sterling Affairs" podcast is available now.
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Shelburne: Sterling controversy almost made NBA shut down
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Pop's plans, scrimmage woes and more big Team USA takeaways
Which star has been most impressive in camp? Should Pop be worried about this roster? Brian Windhorst and Ohm Youngmisuk hit the biggest talking points ahead of Team USA's World Cup journey.
NBA kicks
Who has the best kicks on Team USA?
Gregg Popovich has been described as the biggest star on Team USA, but how do his Nike Air Monarchs compare to Jayson Tatum's Jordan Jumpman Diamonds and the shoes of his teammates?
Basketball from Down Under
Melbourne's growing NBA love affair
In a city where Aussie Rules football has always reigned supreme, a proud American sporting culture has somehow managed to entrench itself and is showing no sign of disappearing any time soon.
Australia's Basketball Heartland
Rodman: For Better or Worse
Premieres Sept. 10, 9 p.m. ET, ESPN
Who is the real Dennis Rodman?
meet the rookies
Zion, top rookies discuss first dunk, swapping jerseys and Vinsanity
Jaxson Hayes wants to swap jerseys with LeBron. Coby White wants to learn to play the piano. Cam Reddish is looking forward to facing Kevin Durant. Get to know the NBA's top rookies.
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More NBA coverage on NBA.COM
From the hardwood to the desktop, get additional NBA coverage from the association on NBA.COM
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NBA schedule release: The games we can't wait to see in 2019-20
Mark your calendars because the NBA schedule has been unveiled. Here are our can't-miss games for 2019-20.
How will next season play out?
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Projected W-L records, standings for every NBA team
How will the tightest NBA race in years play out? Kevin Pelton projects the 2019-20 win totals for every team.
Another crazy summer?
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What to expect in 2020 NBA free agency
What's next after the wild 2019 NBA offseason?
