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Giannis Antetokounmpo saga continues as Bucks sink deeper
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NBA: Giannis Antetokounmpo saga continues as Bucks sink deeper
Milwaukee were humiliated on Sunday on the Nets' court, 45-point winners, whilst behind the scenes the Giannis Antetokounmpo case has not been settled./https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F12%2Ficonsport-278529-0056-1-6940fd85e6568054617665.jpg "Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul pictured in November 2025")
NBA: Who are the 77 players eligible for trade from this 15th December?
From this 15th December, most players who signed a contract last summer become tradeable. It is the unofficial opening of the transfer period./https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F12%2Ficonsport-279793-0013-1-693faefa1a5c4661593873.jpg "Golden State Warriors' guard Stephen Curry pictured in December 2025")
NBA: Despite 48 points from Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors fall at Portland
For the third time this season, the Blazers dominate the Warriors! The Sharpe-Grant duo combine for 70 points to respond to Stephen Curry's 12 three-pointers.Dec 15,
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NBA: San Antonio Spurs brace for departure during trade window
Will the upcoming trade period disrupt the San Antonio Spurs' revival? It is quite possible.Dec 12,
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NBA: Oklahoma City Thunder equal best start in history record
There was no contest between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Phoenix Suns, crushed 138-89 for the Thunder's 24th victory in 25 encounters this season, the same start as the Golden State Warriors in 2015-16.Dec 11,
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NBA: Three franchises chase Anthony Davis
Dallas are hesitating to extend Anthony Davis, at the risk of having to trade him, whilst several squad veterans could also be sacrificed depending on results in the coming weeks.Dec 10,
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NBA: Lakers-Spurs Austin Reaves trade talk sends shockwaves through NBA
The Spurs face the Lakers this Thursday 11th December. In parallel, the two Western Conference franchises could well engage in another battle from a distance. That of the Austin Reaves trade.Dec 9,
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NBA: LeBron James puts on a show as LA Lakers see off Philadelphia 76ers
LeBron James delivers his best match of the season, being decisive at the end, to overcome the Philadelphia 76ers (108-112).Dec 8,
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NBA: LeBron James sacrifices incredible streak to deliver Lakers victory
After 1,297 consecutive regular season matches with at least 10 points scored, LeBron James finishes with only eight points in Toronto. He however assisted Rui Hachimura on his game-winner for the Los Angeles Lakers.Dec 5,
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NBA: The five hottest cases ahead of the next trade deadline
The trade deadline is not yet officially known. Always placed after the All-Star Weekend, this appointment will be one of the highlights of the 2025-26 NBA season.Dec 4,
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NBA: Giannis Antetokounmpo discusses his future with the Milwaukee Bucks
Frustrated by the Bucks' disappointing results, Giannis Antetokounmpo begins discussions with Milwaukee about his future.Dec 4,
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NBA: Nikola Jokic pips Gilgeous-Alexander to Player of the Month award
Nikola Jokic is named Western Conference Player of the Month for October/November, just ahead of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. In the East, the NBA honours Cade Cunningham.Dec 3,
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Nba: Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves on track for historic season with Lakers
Between them, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are currently averaging 63.9 points (!) and this is unprecedented for a duo since 1976.Dec 2,
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NBA: The Curry brothers soon reunited at Golden State Warriors
Cut by the Golden States Warriors before the restart for financial reasons, Seth Curry will indeed rejoin his brother's team.Dec 1,
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NBA: Jalen Williams can finally launch his season with the Thunder!
Convalescing since his wrist operation, Jalen Williams returns to strengthen an Oklahoma City Thunder team already walking all over the NBA.Nov 28,
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NBA: Could a lengthy Stephen Curry absence derail the Warriors' season?
In addition to losing at home against the Houston Rockets, the Golden State Warriors also lost their leader, Stephen Curry. An injury that could weigh heavily on a major NBA franchise already on the edge.Nov 28,
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NBA: Boston Celtics end Detroit Pistons' winning streak!
Cade Cunningham and his crew were riding 13 consecutive victories, a franchise record. But Boston Celtic' efforts finally paid off to win (117-114) and break this fine run.Nov 27,
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NBA: +41 - Magic demolish Sixers' B team
The Magic make short work of a heavily depleted Sixers side, humiliated 103-144 on Tuesday on their home court, as part of the NBA Cup.Nov 26,
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NBA: Luka Doncic's historic numbers in just 12 games this season
Leading the NBA in scoring average so far, with 34.5 per game, Luka Doncic continues recording historic numbers in the Los Angeles Lakers shirt.Nov 25,
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NBA: Toronto Raptors unstoppable as winning streak continues
Brandon Ingram guides his team by recording his best mark this season (37 points), and the Toronto Raptors hold firm at the end of the match to maintain control and secure an eighth consecutive victory, 110-99!Nov 25,
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