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All Articles written by: Lei Macaranas

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Celtics need to tie loose ends

The Boston Celtics need to make major changes as they suffer another disappointing postseason exit in their loss to No. 8 seed Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference Finals.

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LeBron James, Lakers have a lot of questions to answer

The Lakers’ offseason could see multiple adjustments to their rotation–or worse, the departure of LeBron James.

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East Finals preview: Another round of Celtics vs. Heat

The Miami Heat and Boston Celtics are facing each other in the Eastern Conference Finals for the third time in four years.

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Joel Embiid’s rise to MVP status

It’s been quite a journey for Joel Embiid, who finally won the MVP award thanks to an impressive season.

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Stop Curry, stop the Warriors?

Limiting Steph Curry is the key factor for the Lakers in their series with the Warriors.

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Coach of the Year Mike Brown transforms Sacramento Kings

The Sacramento Kings just had their best season since 2006—and they owe a lot of that to Coach of the Year Mike Brown.

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2023 NBA Playoffs: Suns vs. Clippers preview

All eyes will be on Kawhi Leonard as he leads the Los Angeles Clippers against the superb offensive lineup of the Phoenix Suns.

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2023 NBA Playoffs: Sixers vs. Nets preview

Joel Embiid will try to lead the Philadelphia 76ers past the Brooklyn Nets in the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.

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The Rundown: Timberwolves take down Pelicans, playoffs finally set

Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves to secure the eighth spot in the Play-In Tournament after taking down the New Orleans Pelicans.

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Extra Pass: Stakes high for Thunder and Jazz

Both the Oklahoma City Thunder and Utah Jazz are vying for a spot in the play-in.

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Cassidy Hubbarth hopes for even playing field in sports

Filipino-American reporter and host Cassidy Hubbarth is an epitome of hard work and dedication to one’s craft.

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The Rundown: Lakers rout Rockets, Nuggets hold off Warriors

Anthony Davis and LeBron James kept the Lakers in the playoff race while the Nuggets beat the Warriors even without their star player Nikola Jokic.

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Extra Pass: Celtics battle East-leading Bucks

The Boston Celtics are trying to chase the Milwaukee Bucks to secure the coveted top seed in the East.

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The Rundown: Jokic takes charge in Nuggets-76ers clash

With Joel Embiid sidelined, Nikola Jokic feasted on the 76ers and led the Nuggets to a win.

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Extra Pass: Lakers aim for third consecutive win

The Los Angeles Lakers are hoping to secure a win against the Oklahoma City Thunder to boost their odds of making the postseason.

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The Rundown: Lakers top Suns, Warriors spoil Luka’s return

The Lakers and Mavericks are now tied for ninth place with identical 36-37 records.

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League Pass Power rankings: Heat gaining ground in playoff race

The stellar performances of Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo have allowed Miami to gain some ground in the heated race to the postseason.

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Extra Pass: Will Nets continue streak vs. Bucks?

The Brooklyn Nets are putting their three-game winning streak on the line against the Milwaukee Bucks.

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The Rundown: Huerter, Sabonis raise Kings over Pelicans

Kevin Huerter and Domantas Sabonis shine as the red-hot Sacramento Kings take down the New Orleans Pelicans.

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The Rundown: Celtics beat Cavs, KD makes Suns debut

Jayson Tatum’s 41 helped the Celtics outclass the Cavaliers and Kevin Durant scored 23 in his first game with the Suns.

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Extra Pass: Showdown of talents between Lakers, Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Lakers can relate to each other since they feel like new teams ever since the trading deadline frenzy.

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The Rundown: Team Giannis overpowers Team LeBron, Tatum wins All-Star MVP

Jayson Tatum sets a new All-Star record of 55 points to gain the MVP award as Team Giannis wins in the exciting showcase game.

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The Rundown: Nuggets take down Mavs, Bridges drops career-high 45

The Denver Nuggets secured a win over the Dallas Mavericks while Mikal Bridges scored a career-high 45 points for the Nets.

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Extra Pass: Conley, Timberwolves take on Wizards

Newcomer Mike Conley hopes to lead the Timberwolves against the Wizards tomorrow on NBA League Pass.

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Extra Pass: Lakers face Warriors with new pieces

Following the NBA trade deadline, the Los Angeles Lakers will finally debut their newly acquired players against the Warriors.

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The Rundown: Antetokounmpo’s 38 powers Bucks past LeBron-less Lakers

The shorthanded Los Angeles Lakers fell to the Milwaukee Bucks after Giannis Antetokounmpo exploded for 38 points.

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League Pass Power rankings: Blazers slowly finding rhythm

The Portland Trail Blazers emerged as the top entertaining team in this week’s edition.

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Extra Pass: Prepare for a scoring clash between Thunder, Warriors

The Oklahoma City Thunder will strive to keep the momentum going in their upcoming meeting with the defending champs Golden State Warriors.

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The Rundown: Bucks extend win rally to seven behind Giannis’ triple-double

The Milwaukee Bucks extend their win streak to seven as Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton took control of the game and recorded 35 and 24 points, respectively.

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The Rundown: Giannis scores 50, steers Bucks to victory

Giannis Antetokounmpo dropped another 50 piece as he led the Milwaukee Bucks to a win over the New Orleans Pelicans.

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The Rundown: Celtics overcome Lakers in OT

Jaylen Brown produced 37 points to help the Boston Celtics seal the win against LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Extra Pass: Can Mavs end slump with road win?

The Mavericks will strive to break their losing streak when they fly to Phoenix to take on the Suns.

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The Rundown: SGA, Thunder end Nuggets’ win streak

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander drains the game-winning jumper to help the Thunder escape the top team in the West.

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Extra Pass: Sixers try to keep win streak going

The Sixers will aim to notch their fourth win in a row when they take on the Trail Blazers for the first time this season.

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From 6th man to leader: The emergence of Jordan Clarkson

Jordan Clarkson accepting his role as a starter and leader is one of the reasons the Utah Jazz have been successful this season.

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The Rundown: Raptors edge Knicks in OT

The Toronto Raptors rallied late to stun the New York Knicks in overtime.

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Clarkson ‘excited’ for Gilas stint in FIBA World Cup 2023

Jazz star Jordan Clarkson is looking forward to playing for Gilas again when the Philippines hosts the FIBA World Cup this year.

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Extra Pass: Can Leonard lead Clippers past Nuggets?

Kawhi Leonard hopes to steer the LA Clippers to a win tomorrow over the Denver Nuggets.

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The Rundown: Mitchell returns to Utah, Heat make record 40/40 free throws

Donovan Mitchell drops 46 big points in his return to Utah but could not secure the win for Cleveland. Miami makes a new NBA record with 40 straight free throws without a miss.

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League Pass power rankings: Beaming Kings reclaim the throne

The no-fluke Sacrament Kings make a return to the top of our weekly list.

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Extra Pass: Warriors, Magic looking for bounce-back win

Both Golden State and Orlando hope to get back on the winning track tomorrow.

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On the rise: Nets finally coming together

Buying into Jacque Vaughn’s system and improving on defense have altered the course of Brooklyn’s season.

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The Rundown: Mobley saves the day for Cavs

The Cavs pulled off a last minute win against the Suns after Evan Mobley iced the game with his clutch jumper.

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League Pass power rankings: Nets coming in hot

The streaking Brooklyn Nets have taken over the top spot this week.

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Extra Pass: East, West top teams clash

The Celtics are looking to extend their four-game streak when they face the Nuggets live at 9:00 AM on NBA TV Philippines, available on Smart LiveStream and Cignal TV.

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The Rundown: Rockets unable to slow down Luka, Celtics hold off Clippers

Luka Doncic’s encore triple-double was just too much for the young Rockets while Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led the Celtics past the Clippers.

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Extra Pass: Nets take 8-game streak to Cleveland

You can catch the Nets-Cavaliers game tomorrow live at 8:00 AM on NBA TV Philippines, available on Smart LiveStream and Cignal TV.

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The Rundown: Grizzlies win, Luka's 50-piece, DeRozan’s game-winner in action-packed NBA day

On one of the busiest days of the year—the day before Christmas—we were treated to 14 exciting games. But hey, no one’s complaining.

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Extra Pass: Showdown between the West’s top two teams

The Grizzlies and the Nuggets—the two best teams in the Western Conference—are on a collision course tomorrow.

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The Rundown: Giannis-less Bucks defeat Jazz; Booker pours 58 over Pelicans

The Milwaukee Bucks overpowered the Jazz even without Giannis and Middleton. Devin Booker delivered 58 big points as the Suns rallied back against the Pelicans.

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The Rundown: Lakers survive a close one in Detroit

The Los Angeles Lakers snapped a three-game skid by closing out the Pistons in the last installment of their East coast road trip.

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Extra Pass: Nuggets hope to break out of funk vs. Blazers

Can the Blazers rely on their impressive defense to contain the Nuggets?

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The Rundown: Wiggins explodes for 36 to help beat down Rockets

Andrew Wiggins led the way for the Dubs last night with an impressive 36-point performance.

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Extra Pass: Brace for Celtics-Heat rematch

Will the Heat avenge their earlier loss to the Celtics?

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The Rundown: Mavericks fend off recovering Warriors

Luka Doncic drops another 40-point triple-double in their win against the defending champs.

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League Pass power rankings: Tune in to the Nuggets

Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets sit atop our League Pass power rankings this week.

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Watanabe making a name for himself in the NBA

Yuta Watanabe is proving to be an important two-way piece for the Brooklyn Nets.

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Extra Pass: Can Lakers make it four straight wins?

Anthony Davis and the Los Angeles Lakers hope to extend their winning streak against the Suns.

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Extra Pass: Bulls host red-hot Celtics

Can the Chicago Bulls end the Boston Celtics’ nine-game winning streak?

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Extra Pass: Clippers take on struggling Spurs

Can the Spurs break their losing skid against the Clippers tomorrow?

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Extra Pass: Warriors aim for 1st road win, Suns look to end skid

The Warriors have yet to win a game on the road while the Suns are avoiding a third consecutive loss.

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Rundown: Kings get even with visiting Warriors

Domantas Sabonis puts up a double-double and leads Sacramento in their comeback win against the Golden State Warriors.

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Extra Pass: Heat, Hornets hope to end skid

The reeling Miami Heat and Charlotte Hornets battle it out tomorrow on NBA TV Philippines.

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The Rundown: Jazz put an end to Clippers’ win streak

Jordan Clarkson and Collin Sexton led the Utah Jazz in their close matchup with the still Kawhi-less Los Angeles Clippers.

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Breaking down San Antonio’s impressive start

What has been going right for the Spurs? NBA.com Philippines writer Lei Macaranas gives us an idea.

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Extra Pass: Can Thunder keep winning ways?

The Thunder hope to push their winning streak to five games when they battle the Nuggets.

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The Rundown: Durant, Irving lift skidding Nets to win over Pacers

Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving led the Nets against the Indiana Pacers, finally stopping Brooklyn’s four-game losing streak.

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League Pass power rankings: Here come the Suns

The Phoenix Suns dominated the second week of the NBA which was full of surprises and entertaining matches.

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Extra Pass: Mavericks hope to stop Grizzlies for first win

The Mavericks will look for their first victory of the season when they take on the Grizzlies tomorrow on NBA TV Philippines, available on Smart GigaPlay and Cignal TV.

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Hype is Real: Pacers focused on the future

The Indiana Pacers are looking to rebuild this season, hoping that they gain some success along the way.

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The Rundown: Suns overcome 22-point deficit to beat Mavs

Damion Lee hits a clutch jumper to help the Suns claim a come-from-behind win in their rematch against the Mavericks.

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Hype is Real: Banchero, young core make Orlando fun

It will be exciting to watch the Magic’s young players develop this coming season.

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Hype is Real: Lakers gearing up for redemption season

Catch the Los Angeles Lakers as they try to find their way back to the playoffs.

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Hype is Real: Jalen Green running the show in Houston

With Jalen Green at the forefront, the Rockets are sleeping giants waiting to be awakened this upcoming season.

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Hype is Real: Young stars ready to lead Knicks

We’ll see the rising stars of the New York Knicks steal the show this season.

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Hype is Real: Jokic, Nuggets hoping for deep playoff run

With Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. back to help Nikola Jokic, the Denver Nuggets are one of the most exciting contenders this season.

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Embodying the Storm: A tribute to Sue Bird

Sue Bird has been a legendary icon to women's basketball for over two decades.

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Why Udonis Haslem is important to the Heat

The intangibles that Udonis Haslem brings are key to the Miami Heat’s success.

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NBA Rivals Week: The games you should watch

NBA Rivals Week will feature 11 games of the longstanding and growing rivalries in the league that will stretch from January 24 to January 28, 2023.

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Making sense of the Kevin Durant situation

Kevin Durant reportedly requested for a trade several weeks back. But until today he remains with the Brooklyn Nets.

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Veteran free agents still looking for a team

There are a handful of quality veteran players who are still on the market.

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LeBron entering Year 20 doesn’t get talked about enough

Only a few players have played 20 or more years in the NBA. And LeBron James will soon become one of them.

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Bill Russell: A legacy of greatness

Bill Russell will always be included when discussing the greatest NBA players–not only for his illustrious career that included 11 championships, but also for his revolutionary role as a Black player and coach.