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• Julius Randle obsessed on offseason workout because he was ‘mad’, says trainer
The past offseason was very different for New York Knicks forward Julius Randle. Since they did not qualify for the seeding games in the NBA Bubble, it was unusually long and filled with uncertainty. Perhaps more difficult, Randle also had to endure seeing other teams play while he was stuck at home. According to his […] The post Julius Randle obsessed on offseason workout because he was ‘ma...2021
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• James Harden was late to Disney bubble due to positive COVID-19 test
After Houston Rockets star James Harden was recently seen partying without a face mask prior to the 2020-2021 NBA season, other reports have emerged that he previously contracted a positive COVID-19 case prior to the seeding games and the playoff proceedings in the Orlando Bubble last summer. Via Tim MacMahon of ESPN: “Sources told ESPN […] The post James Harden was late to Disney bubb...2020
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• Spurs sign Derrick White to four-year, $73M contract extensionSpurs guard Derrick White quietly flourished in the 2019 playoffs then quietly flourished in the 2020 seeding games....2020
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• The reason behind Suns’ magical bubble run, per Chris Paul
The Phoenix Suns were one of the hottest teams in the NBA bubble last season. They went 9-0 in their seeding games. Though this late run still wasn’t enough to boost the Suns all the way to a playoff berth, it was definitely a sign of positive things to come in Arizona. Chris Paul, the […] The post The reason behind Suns’ magical bubble run, per Chris Paul appeared first on Clutc...2020
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• Blazers star Damian Lillard admits bubble games were ‘way easier’ compared to normal season
Portland Trail Blazers superstar Damian Lillard certainly elevated his game to a whole new level inside the bubble at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. Dame Time was up and running, especially in the seeding games as the 30-year-old lights-out scorer practically willed his team to the eighth seed in the stacked Western Conference. Chatting […] The post Blazers star Damian Lillard admits...2020
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• Nets re-sign guard Tyler Johnson
The Brooklyn Nets have re-signed free agent guard Tyler Johnson. Johnson (6’4”, 190) most recently signed with Brooklyn on June 24, appearing in eight seeding games (four starts) for the Nets in the NBA’s restart in Orlando and recording averages of 12.0 points, 3.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 24.2 minutes per contest. In the … Continue reading "Nets re-sign guard Tyler Johnson"...2020
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• Nets re-sign guard Tyler Johnson for added firepower off Nets bench
The Brooklyn Nets have re-signed point guard Tyler Johnson, the team announced on Friday. Johnson signed with Brooklyn on June 24, and he started six games for the Nets in the bubble, including two playoff games. In the seeding games, he averaged 12.0 points, 3.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 24.2 minutes per game. The […] The post Nets re-sign guard Tyler Johnson for added firepower off Nets ...2020
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• Trey Burke agrees to 3-year deal with Mavs
The Dallas Mavericks are signing combo guard Trey Burke to a three-year deal in the $10 million range, per Marc Stein of the New York Times. Burke played in eight games for the Mavs during the seeding games at Walt Disney World in the NBA restart. He was also with Dallas for a little bit […] The post Trey Burke agrees to 3-year deal with Mavs appeared first on ClutchPoints....2020
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• Phoenix Suns: 2020 NBA Draft Preview
Maybe it wasn’t apparent before the Phoenix Suns were invited to the NBA bubble in Orlando and went undefeated (8-0) in the seeding games but the Suns are an up-and-coming team that will be a force to be reckoned with out West. With the 10th overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, only expect Phoenix […] The post Phoenix Suns: 2020 NBA Draft Preview appeared first on SLAM....2020
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• Deandre Ayton ready to boot anybody not all in with the Suns
It’s exciting times ahead for the Phoenix Suns. This team performed beyond expectations during the bubble seeding games, and this is something that they intend to build on for next season. For both Suns big man Deandre Ayton and team general manager James Jones, it’s all about the culture they’re building down at Phoenix. Ayton, […] The post Deandre Ayton ready to boot anyb...2020
Seeding Games injury and suspension
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• Sixers’ Joel Embiid played through ankle injury in playoffs
Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers were already entering their first-round series against the Boston Celtics at a disadvantage from a health perspective. Sixers guard Ben Simmons was already out for the playoffs after suffering a knee injury during the seeding games, depriving Philly of one of its top playmakers and best perimeter defender. Tobias […] The post Sixers’ Joel Embiid p...2020
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• Spurs guard Derrick White undergoes toe surgery
San Antonio Spurs guard Derrick White underwent toe surgery on his left foot, per Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. White played in seven seeding games at Walt Disney World. He sat out the final game since the Spurs were already eliminated from the playoffs. The rugged defender averaged 18.9 points, 4.3 rebounds and 5.0 assists in […] The post Spurs guard Derrick White undergoes toe surgery appear...2020
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• Report: Nuggets’ Will Barton leaving bubble to rehab knee injury
Denver Nuggets swingman Will Barton is leaving the NBA bubble down in Florida in order to rehab a nagging knee injury, according to Mike Singer of The Denver Post. Barton hasn’t played since a July 27 scrimmage prior to the Nuggets’ eight seeding games. The ongoing knee problems are reportedly causing soreness in other areas […] The post Report: Nuggets’ Will Barton leaving...2020
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• Ben Simmons’ possible replacement in Sixers starting lineup for playoffs, revealed
The Philadelphia 76ers’ playoffs chances took a huge hit when starting guard Ben Simmons suffered a season-ending knee injury during the seeding games. Despite that, however, head coach Brett Brown remains confident and already has a plan for the Sixers moving forward. Speaking to reporters on Sunday, Brown revealed that he believes there’s a huge […] The post Ben Simmons’...2020
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• Status of T.J. Warren, Domantas Sabonis injuries ahead of Pacers’ playoff series vs. Heat, revealed
Indiana Pacers forward T.J. Warren is expected to play in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series against the Miami Heat on Tuesday, according to Ethan Sears of the Indianapolis Star. Warren missed the Pacers’ last two seeding games of the regular season due to plantar fasciitis, but he practiced Sunday. The 26-year-old addressed his […] The post Status of T.J. Warren, Domantas Sabo...2020
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• Ja Morant reveals he played with fractured thumb in last four seeding games
Memphis Grizzlies rookie point guard Ja Morant played with a fractured thumb in the last four seeding games at Disney World. The Grizzlies lost to the Portland Trail Blazers in the first-ever NBA play-in game. Morant revealed the status of his thumb with reporters, via Dave McMenamin of ESPN. Ja Morant says he was playing […] The post Ja Morant reveals he played with fractured thumb in last ...2020
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• Report: Eric Gordon could miss all seeding games with ankle injury
Gordon, a former NBA Sixth Man of the Year, has played mostly off the bench during his career, but the Rockets were committed to playing him as a starter when the season resumed....2020
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• Lakers’ LeBron James reacts to MVP race ending ahead of NBA restart
Regardless of how players perform during the eight-seeding games played in NBA bubble ahead of the playoffs, the league has decided that regular-season awards will be based on what players were able to accomplish on the floor before the season was suspended. This puts Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo in the […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James reacts to ...2020
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• Celtics’ plan for Kemba Walker before seeding games and playoffs start, revealed
Before the 2019-20 season was suspended in March, Boston Celtics point guard Kemba Walker was dealing with some discomfort in his left knee. As a result, Celtics head coach Brad Stevens said the club is going to ease Walker back into the swing of things before the seeding games and playoffs start at Walt Disney […] The post Celtics’ plan for Kemba Walker before seeding games and playof...2020
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Seeding Games trade, contract, salary rumors
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• James Harden was late to Disney bubble due to positive COVID-19 test
After Houston Rockets star James Harden was recently seen partying without a face mask prior to the 2020-2021 NBA season, other reports have emerged that he previously contracted a positive COVID-19 case prior to the seeding games and the playoff proceedings in the Orlando Bubble last summer. Via Tim MacMahon of ESPN: “Sources told ESPN […] The post James Harden was late to Disney bubb...2020
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• Spurs sign Derrick White to four-year, $73M contract extension
Spurs guard Derrick White quietly flourished in the 2019 playoffs then quietly flourished in the 2020 seeding games....2020
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• Nets re-sign guard Tyler Johnson
The Brooklyn Nets have re-signed free agent guard Tyler Johnson. Johnson (6’4”, 190) most recently signed with Brooklyn on June 24, appearing in eight seeding games (four starts) for the Nets in the NBA’s restart in Orlando and recording averages of 12.0 points, 3.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 24.2 minutes per contest. In the … Continue reading "Nets re-sign guard Tyler Johnson"...2020
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• 3 best Damian Lillard trades to put him in position to win a championship
Portland Trail Blazers superstar Damian Lillard has been the best player in the entire league since the restart. He was named as the bubble MVP, as he led the Blazers to a furious run during the seeding games that resulted in a postseason berth for the team. Today, however, we’re going to look at some […] The post 3 best Damian Lillard trades to put him in position to win a championshi...2020
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• Pelicans, Kings engage in Drake-inspired Twitter beef after NBA lottery tiebreakers
The New Orleans Pelicans and Sacramento Kings will be participating in the NBA draft lottery after they both missed out on postseason play, going a combined 5-11 in the seeding games in Orlando. Now, without playoff games to tweet about, the social media accounts of the Pelicans and Kings had some fun on Monday and […] The post Pelicans, Kings engage in Drake-inspired Twitter beef after NBA ...2020
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• 3 superstars Devin Booker-led Suns can trade for
The Phoenix Suns may not be heading to the playoffs, but they surprised everyone at Disney World, going 8-0 in the eight seeding games during the NBA’s 22-team bubble setup. For the first time since Steve Nash, the Suns actually have some real hope for the future. Not only is that great for Suns fans, […] The post 3 superstars Devin Booker-led Suns can trade for appeared first on Clutc...2020
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• Buddy Hield gives cryptic answer about his future with Kings
Sacramento Kings shooting guard Buddy Hield only averaged 20 minutes per game during the Orlando bubble in the seeding games. That’s not exactly ideal considering the Kings signed Hield to a lucrative contract extension before the 2019-20 season started. After Sacramento’s 2019-20 season officially ended on Thursday, Hield basically admitted he’s not comfortable with the […...2020
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• NBA return timeline, key dates: League sets schedule for seeding games, playoffs, draft, free agency
The NBA has set a time frame for its return, and everything that comes after...2020
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• Report: Sixers star Joel Embiid meets important minutes criteria for contract thanks to NBA agreement
Philadelphia 76ers superstar big man Joel Embiid can find a silver lining amid this unique NBA season. ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne and Adrian Wojnarowski report the league has finalized an agreement on prorating performance bonuses and incentives using March 11 as the end of the season and eliminating the eight seeding games in Orlando from the […] The post Report: Sixers star Joel Embiid ...2020
Seeding Games stats and results
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• Nets re-sign guard Tyler Johnson
The Brooklyn Nets have re-signed free agent guard Tyler Johnson. Johnson (6’4”, 190) most recently signed with Brooklyn on June 24, appearing in eight seeding games (four starts) for the Nets in the NBA’s restart in Orlando and recording averages of 12.0 points, 3.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 24.2 minutes per contest. In the … Continue reading "Nets re-sign guard Tyler Johnson"...2020
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• Nets re-sign guard Tyler Johnson for added firepower off Nets bench
The Brooklyn Nets have re-signed point guard Tyler Johnson, the team announced on Friday. Johnson signed with Brooklyn on June 24, and he started six games for the Nets in the bubble, including two playoff games. In the seeding games, he averaged 12.0 points, 3.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 24.2 minutes per game. The […] The post Nets re-sign guard Tyler Johnson for added firepower off Nets ...2020
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• Raptors’ X-factor vs. Celtics in 2020 NBA Playoffs
The Toronto Raptors have looked like one of the best teams in basketball since the NBA restart began. After going 7-1 during the seeding games, the Raptors absolutely throttled the Brooklyn Nets in a four-game sweep. Toronto won three of the four games by at least 24 points, and managed to put up 150 in […] The post Raptors’ X-factor vs. Celtics in 2020 NBA Playoffs appeared first on C...2020
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• 3 best Damian Lillard trades to put him in position to win a championship
Portland Trail Blazers superstar Damian Lillard has been the best player in the entire league since the restart. He was named as the bubble MVP, as he led the Blazers to a furious run during the seeding games that resulted in a postseason berth for the team. Today, however, we’re going to look at some […] The post 3 best Damian Lillard trades to put him in position to win a championshi...2020
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• Spurs guard Derrick White undergoes toe surgery
San Antonio Spurs guard Derrick White underwent toe surgery on his left foot, per Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. White played in seven seeding games at Walt Disney World. He sat out the final game since the Spurs were already eliminated from the playoffs. The rugged defender averaged 18.9 points, 4.3 rebounds and 5.0 assists in […] The post Spurs guard Derrick White undergoes toe surgery appear...2020
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• Best of bubble: Lillard MVP; Williams is top coach
Portland's Damian Lillard has been unanimously selected as the top player of the NBA's seeding games at Walt Disney World, after averaging a league-best 37.6 points in the eight games....2020
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• Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard named unanimous NBA Player of Seeding Games
In the bubble, Lillard is averaging 37.6 points, 9.6 assists and 4.3 rebounds per game while shooting 49.6 percent from the field and 40.6 percent from beyond the arc....2020
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• Bergeron scores in 2nd OT, Bruins beat Hurricanes in Game 1
The Bruins showed quick recovery from losing all three of their round-robin seeding games and handed the Hurricanes their first loss since hockey returned....2020
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• Blazers’ Carmelo Anthony speaks out on potentially clinching 8th seed, facing Lakers
The Portland Trail Blazers have won four out of their first six seeding games during the restart, inching them closer to the Western Conference’s final playoff spot. One of the team’s top contributors (and best stories) in the bubble has been provided by Carmelo Anthony. The veteran forward is averaging 16.2 points and 6.7 rebounds […] The post Blazers’ Carmelo Anthony spea...2020
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• Celtics’ plan for Kemba Walker before seeding games and playoffs start, revealed
Before the 2019-20 season was suspended in March, Boston Celtics point guard Kemba Walker was dealing with some discomfort in his left knee. As a result, Celtics head coach Brad Stevens said the club is going to ease Walker back into the swing of things before the seeding games and playoffs start at Walt Disney […] The post Celtics’ plan for Kemba Walker before seeding games and playof...2020
Seeding Games parents, kids, wife / husband, girlfriend / boyfriend
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• Blazers star Damian Lillard declares himself a Hall of Fame dad
Damian Lillard worked tirelessly to earn “Player of the Seeding Games” honors, putting the Portland Trail Blazers on his back and catapulting them into playoff contention. He’s proved to be an elite-caliber point guard and might even have his name in Springfield some time in the future, yet he fully believes he will make the […] The post Blazers star Damian Lillard declares...2020
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• NBA debate: Huge day of games, best bubble moments and our play-in predictions
Our panel reveals what it's watching most closely as the seeding games wind down and the playoffs loom....2020
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• VIDEO: Suns players surprised by families announcing starting lineup from home
The Phoenix Suns have surprised the basketball world with their undefeated record through the first six seeding games in Orlando, Florida. On Tuesday, the organization produced an emotional surprise for their players. Ahead of the Tuesday’s match-up with the Philadelphia 76ers, the Suns’ starting lineup was announced virtually by family members of the starters. I’m […] The post V...2020
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• NBA campus intel: Lakers, Thunder still searching for their pre-bubble rhythm
What's the main focus for the Lakers and Thunder during the seeding games in the bubble? Restoring momentum....2020
Top Seeding Games news
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• Lou Williams to quarantine 10 days in bubble after strip club visit, miss Clippers' first two seeding games
The NBA ruled Williams, who left the bubble for a funeral, has to stay in quarantine following his visit to an Atlanta strip club...2020
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• NBA schedule release: Lakers vs. Clippers, Zion Williamson vs. Ja Morant among 10 best matchups in Orlando
A high-stakes meeting between the top two rookies and a Lakers-Clips bout headline the most intriguing seeding games...2020
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• Lakers vs. Kings: 3 Things to Know (8/13/20)
Here is what you need to know before the Lakers conclude seeding games against the Sacramento Kings....2020
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• Heat, Raptors frontrunners in Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes
The keys to a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo departure have slowly started to line up in the NBA bubble. The Milwaukee Bucks’ slow restart during the seeding games, an opening loss to the eighth-seeded Orlando Magic, and now being down 2-0 to the Miami Heat has the aforementioned along with the Toronto Raptors as the frontrunners […] The post Heat, Raptors frontrunners in Giannis Ante...2020
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• LeBron James finds it ‘hard to explain’ Lakers’ struggles in bubble
Despite recently securing the top overall seed in the Western Conference, the form of the Los Angeles Lakers since the restart has been anything but impeccable. The Lakers have lost four out of their six seeding games thus far, which has left LeBron James quite baffled. According to the Lakers superstar, he himself is having […] The post LeBron James finds it ‘hard to explain’ La...2020
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• NBA Power Rankings: Bucks, Lakers on top; Clippers have questions; 76ers look strong as seeding games loom
Real NBA basketball is set to begin on Thursday, and plenty has changed since our last set of rankings...2020
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• Ja Morant reveals he played with fractured thumb in last four seeding games
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• Clippers’ Lou Williams facing 10-day quarantine after Magic City stop
Los Angeles Clippers guard Lou Williams is facing a 10-day quarantine on the NBA’s Orlando campus after making a stop at Magic City in Atlanta to pick up food during an excused absence, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium. Williams will miss the Clippers’ first two seeding games. LA returns to action […] The post Clippers’ Lou Williams facing 10-day quar...2020
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• Montrezl Harrell return date announced, but not without cryptic comments surrounding his status
LOS ANGELES – After days of hoping to get Montrezl Harrell back for Friday’s seeding games finale against the Oklahoma City Thunder, the LA Clippers will have to wait a few more days. The team announced that Harrell would not be available for the game, citing ‘self-isolation’ as the reason for his absence. The Clippers […] The post Montrezl Harrell return date announc...2020
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• 3 best Damian Lillard trades to put him in position to win a championship
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• 3 superstars Devin Booker-led Suns can trade for
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo ‘frustrated’ with Bucks’ play during seeding games
Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks have the best record in the NBA for the second consecutive season. However, the team didn’t look like the No. 1 seed during the eight seeding games at Walt Disney World. The Bucks went 3-5 and Antetokounmpo lost his cool by head butting Washington Wizards forward Moe Wagner. With […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo ‘frustrated’ w...2020
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• Blazers’ Carmelo Anthony speaks out on potentially clinching 8th seed, facing Lakers
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• LeBron, Zion and everything else we're excited to watch in the NBA restart
The first two of 88 seeding games tip off Thursday night. Here's everything our experts are excited to watch as the 2019-20 season resumes....2020
Seeding Games schedule, game
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• James Harden was late to Disney bubble due to positive COVID-19 test
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• Spurs sign Derrick White to four-year, $73M contract extension
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• The reason behind Suns’ magical bubble run, per Chris Paul
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• Nets re-sign guard Tyler Johnson for added firepower off Nets bench
2020
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• NBA playoffs schedule 2020: Dates, times, matchups for all gamesWe've all had our fill of the seeding games appetizer, it's time to dig into main course: The playoffs....2020
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• NBA playoffs schedule 2020: Dates, times, matchups for all gamesWe've all had our fill of the seeding games appetizer, it's time to dig into main course: The playoffs....2020
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• NBA playoffs schedule 2020: Dates, times, matchups for all gamesWe've all had our fill of the seeding games appetizer, it's time to dig into main course: The playoffs....2020
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• NBA playoffs schedule 2020: Dates, times, matchups for all gamesWe've all had our fill of the seeding games appetizer, it's time to dig into main course: The playoffs....2020
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• NBA playoffs schedule 2020: Dates, times, matchups for all gamesWe've all had our fill of the seeding games appetizer, it's time to dig into main course: The playoffs....2020
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• NBA playoffs schedule 2020: Dates, times, matchups for all gamesWe've all had our fill of the seeding games appetizer, it's time to dig into main course: The playoffs....2020
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