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June 29, 2020

J.R. Smith reportedly finalizing deal to join Lakers, reunite with LeBron James

J.R. Smith is about to reunite with LeBron James as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers.

June 27, 2020

NBA says 16 players have tested positive for COVID-19 since testing began

The NBA confirmed that 16 of 302 players tested in-market have tested positive for COVID-19.

June 25, 2020

Brad Stevens 'consistently pushing' for NBA to make tweak to bubble city rule

Celtics coach Brad Stevens wants the NBA to tweak one of the rules for the summer restart in Orlando.

June 22, 2020

Wizards' Bertans, Portland's Ariza will reportedly opt out of NBA restart in Orlando

Two players have officially opted out of the NBA restart in Orlando.

June 20, 2020

NBA reportedly sets key offseason dates

The NBA has set some key dates for the 2020-21 offseason.

June 18, 2020

The problem with Kyrie Irving wanting to start his own league is how believable it is

Kyrie Irving reportedly proposed to players that they start their own league. His own teammates shot it down. But would it really shock you if he said it?

June 18, 2020

Jayson Tatum 'concerned,' but not actually considering sitting out season: report

Contrary to a prior report that he was reluctant to return, Celtics forward Jayson Tatum is merely 'concerned' and not actually considering skipping games.

June 17, 2020

Jayson Tatum among NBA players reluctant to play in Orlando: report

Jayson Tatum is reportedly among the contingent of NBA players who are reluctant to return to play the rest of the season, due to concerns over his contract.

June 16, 2020

NBA players coalition releases statement: 'We are in this for unity and change'

Led by Kyrie Irving and Avery Bradley, the NBA players coalition released a statement on Monday night.

June 16, 2020

Kendrick Perkins tells Kyrie Irving to put his money where his mouth is

Kyrie Irving got called out by former Celtics player Kendrick Perkins over his role in the disruption of the return of the NBA.

June 12, 2020

Kyrie Irving doesn't want to go to Orlando: "I'm not with the systematic racism and the bulls--t"

Kyrie Irving gave his reasoning for not wanting the season to resume in Orlando later this summer.

June 12, 2020

Kyrie Irving is reportedly the 'driving force' in players raising concerns over NBA restart

Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving is at it again.

June 10, 2020

The NBA is considering a condensed schedule for 2020-21

The NBA may be in for one hell of a 2020-21 schedule.

June 10, 2020

Toucher and Rich Quick Hits: Keith Smith on the return of the NBA

Keith Smith of Yahoo! Sports joins Toucher and Rich to talk about the latest on the return of the 2019-20 NBA season and playoffs.

Quarantine Games: Quizzing on 2018-19 NBA win totals

Adam Jones Show: How will Kemba Walker's knee hold up when the Celtics return?

June 9, 2020

NBA's 'tentative' start date would see playoffs begin in August

The NBA has set up their tentative dates for postseason play.

June 9, 2020

Watch Jayson Tatum shoot baskets at the Auerbach Center

Here's a short video clip of Celtics forward Jayson Tatum partaking in a light shootaround at the Auerbach Center in Boston.

Zolak and Bertrand: NBA players still fear the virus, and Bruce Arena joins the show (Hour 3)

June 5, 2020

NBPA votes to approve 22-team format for 2020 finish

The NBA will officially move ahead with a 22-team return format for the 2019-20 season following an approval from the NBPA on Friday.

June 5, 2020

Sylver: What if? The thrilling conclusion to the 2020 NBA season

By Sean Sylver, 98.5 The Sports Hub Basketball is back! Sort of. The NBA Board of Governors approved plans for a truncated regular season and full postseason emanating from Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fl. Play is scheduled to begin July 31. While the league anticipates crowning a 2019-20 champion, COVID-19 has already dramatically altered the trajectory…