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Sources: Mavs-Lakers to highlight Christmas slate
A matchup between Luka Doncic's Mavericks and the reigning champion Lakers will highlight the tentative Christmas Day slate, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
LeBron vs. Luka, Zion vs. Miami and the must-see games on Christmas Day
The NBA's five-game Christmas Day slate is set. Here's everything we're most excited to see.
ATH: Mahomes And Hill Put On Amazing Show
Tony Reali and the national panel discuss the amazing performances from Mahomes and Hill and Nate Robinson boxing.
Pels VP: Once healthy, 'the real Zion' will show up
David Griffin believes a healthy Zion Williamson will play less out of the post and more with the ball and as a slasher.
Chiney & Golic Jr. Hour One: Denver Plays Without A QB
There's so many COVID related cancellations we can't keep up. Plus, what was Nate Robinson doing?
Bullets centre Magnay confirms move to NBA
Australian centre Will Magnay is finalising a two-way deal with the New Orleans Pelicans, league sources told ESPN.
Bam Gets the Max
Bam Adebayo signed a max extension with the Miami Heat. Jay Reynolds walks through the impact of this move on the Heat's running in the sweepstakes for Giannis Antetokounmpo. We hear from ESPN Radio's Sarah Spain and First Take's Stephen A Smith.
What other NBA team do the Lakers have to worry about?
The guys tell you 'What You Need to Know.' What other NBA team do the Lakers have to worry about?... Off on Monday... it's Tuesday Morning QB in Sedano and LZ... Zach Harper calls in to check out the free agents in movies... and picks against the spread...
Ingram, Pelicans agree to 5-year max extension
Pelicans All-Star forward Brandon Ingram has agreed to a five-year, $158 million maximum contract extension, his agents said.
Pelicans, Adams agree to extension, sources say
As part of his trade to the Pelicans, Steven Adams has agreed to a two-year, $35 million contract extension, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski and Zach Lowe.
The Hoop Collective: Free Agency Winners And Losers
As the NBA world waits to know more about the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo, Brian Windhorst, Ramona Shelburne and Tim Bontemps discuss the flurry of roster moves made over the past few days and how they may alter the landscape of the 2020-21 season.
Adams trade signals OKC's move to a full rebuild (0:45)
Sources: Pels get Adams as part of Holiday trade
The Oklahoma City Thunder have agreed in principle to trade center Steven Adams to the New Orleans Pelicans as part of a multiteam trade, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
Kira Lewis Jr.'s NBA draft profile (0:55)
The Hoop Collective: Bucks Get Jrue Holiday
Zach Lowe joins Brian Windhorst to discuss what the Jrue Holiday trade means for Giannis Antetokounmpo's future with the Bucks. Plus, the guys take a look at some of the deals already made around the league.
PTI: Harden Turns Down $50 Million
Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss the Bears' rough MNF performance, James Harden reportedly turning down $50 million per year from the Rockets, Theo Epstein leaving the Cubs, and much more.
ATH: Bucks Get Jrue Holiday
Tony Reali and the national panel discuss how much better the Bucks are after acquiring Jrue Holiday, if the transaction will convince Giannis Antetokounmpo to sign long-term, James Harden reportedly wanting out of Houston, Theo Epstein's decision to step down from the Cubs, and much more.
The Jump: The Bucks make some big trade AND Gersson Rosas joins the show.
Rachel Nichols, Paul Pierce and Kendrick Perkins discuss the Bucks going all-in this season with some big trades. Are they the team to beat? Timberwolves President Gersson Rosas joins to talk about the #1 pick. Top prospect LaMelo Ball joins the show, AND Mike Schmitz gives some lottery pick projections one day before the draft.
J&J: Big NBA Trades, Harden Turns Down $50M
Spend your afternoon with Jalen & Jacoby as the guys discuss the trades that made waves around the NBA. Jrue Holiday getting traded to the Bucks, James Harden turning down $50M, Kyle Kuzma is in his feelings and if Carson Wentz is done in Philly. Plus Tyrese Maxey stops by the show.
Sources: Bucks to acquire Holiday, Bogdanovic
As they look to deliver on the reshaped roster they promised reigning MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Bucks reached agreements on acquiring two significant players, Pelicans two-way guard Jrue Holiday and Sacramento's Bogdan Bogdanovic, sources told ESPN.
Woj: Bucks were determined to land Jrue Holiday (1:12)
Pels promote Weatherspoon to full-time position
WNBA legend Teresa Weatherspoon, 54, promoted by the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday, is the eighth full-time female assistant coach in the NBA.
2020 Southwest Standings Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | 44 | 28 | .611 | - | L3 |
| Dallas | 43 | 32 | .573 | 2.5 | L2 |
| Memphis | 34 | 39 | .466 | 10.5 | W1 |
| San Antonio | 32 | 39 | .451 | 11.5 | L1 |
| New Orleans | 30 | 42 | .417 | 14 | L3 |
Team Stats
Points Per Game115.85th
Rebounds Per Game46.5Tied-6th
Assists Per Game26.83rd
Points Allowed117.127th
2020 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(13) | Kira Lewis Jr | PG | Alabama |
| 2(9) | Elijah Hughes | SG | Syracuse |
| 2(12) | Nick Richards | C | Kentucky |
| 2(30) | Sam Merrill | SG | Utah State |
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-19 | 33 | 49 | .402 |
| 2017-18 | 48 | 34 | .585 |
| 2016-17 | 34 | 48 | .415 |