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Who is the highest-paid NBA player? Highest NBA salaries, biggest wages by team
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at the highest-paid player in the NBA for 2024-25, as well as the top earners for each team in the league.00:43
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Oldest NBA players: Is LeBron James the king of longevity?
Sports Mole takes a look at the oldest player in the NBA for the 2024-25 season and the record oldest to play in the league throughout its entire history.16:42
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Who is the tallest NBA player? Does Victor Wembanyama make the 10 tallest NBA players ever?
Sports Mole takes a look at the tallest player in the NBA for the 2024-25 season and the record tallest to play in the league throughout its entire history.13:38
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Los Angeles Lakers news: Luka Doncic injury blow comes at worst possible time - could miss everything
Luka Doncic has suffered another hamstring injury at the worst possible moment, with the playoffs approaching and his year-end award eligibility now in jeopardy.Apr 3, 08:41
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NBA news: Luka Doncic makes history alongside Michael Jordan
The Lakers wrapped up their six-game road trip with a 137-130 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday, finishing the stretch with an impressive 5-1 record.Mar 26, 11:48
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NBA news: LeBron delivers record-breaking triple-double as Lakers crush Dallas
LeBron James becomes the oldest player to record a triple-double, while the Mavs suffer a 9th consecutive defeat.Feb 13, 07:01
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NBA news: No All-NBA nod for LeBron James - a first since 2004
After 21 consecutive appearances in one of the three All-NBA Teams, LeBron James will miss out this year, having missed too many games.Feb 11, 09:19
NBA: LeBron James set to come full circle with Cleveland return?
With free agency looming at the end of this campaign, the Cavaliers would reportedly be delighted to see LeBron James return to Ohio. Could he come full circle on his NBA career?Jan 28, 16:56
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NBA: The Golden State Warriors eye blockbuster moves for Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James
It is the Golden State Warriors' wildly ambitious dream: pairing Stephen Curry with Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James this summer.Jan 23, 08:45
Los Angeles Lakers news: LeBron James tries to put out fire after agent’s Austin Reaves remarks
While his agent suggested sending Austin Reaves to the Grizzlies in exchange for Jaren Jackson Jr, LeBron James has insisted that he had nothing to do with the idea.Jan 14, 12:02
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NBA: Los Angeles Lakers suffer Christmas horror show against Houston Rockets
Dominant from start to finish, the Houston Rockets came to Los Angeles and hammered the Lakers: 119-96!Dec 26, 07:12
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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, 06:43
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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, 08:20
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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, 06:25
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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, 06:12
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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, 06:27
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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, 10:26
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NBA: Dallas Mavericks ready to listen to offers for Anthony Davis?
After Nico Harrison's dismissal, the Mavericks could already turn the page on Anthony Davis. Dallas will listen to offers for their All-Star big man ahead of the trade deadline.Nov 20, 06:39
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NBA: Winning return for LeBron James who makes history
And there we have it, LeBron James has begun his 23rd NBA season. For this longevity record, the King helps the Lakers overcome the Jazz with a double-double of 11 points (4/7 including 2/3 from distance) and 12 assists.Nov 19, 08:04
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NBA rumours: LeBron James-Kevin Durant duo has entire league salivating
Currently convalescing, LeBron James is perhaps about to play his final NBA season. Unless he extends the pleasure, in the company of another basketball legend, Kevin Durant?Nov 18, 08:25
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