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Boston will host Dallas at TD Garden on Sunday night

Danny Green recalls Klay's 2019 Finals injury, Warriors villain tag

Danny Green expressed remorse for his part in Klay Thompson's ACL injury in Game 6 of the 2019 NBA Finals injury.

Likely top-10 pick Nikola Topic suffered partially torn ACL

The injury may not keep the Serbian wing out of the top 10 but could delay when he plays in the league.

How Tatum's ‘fingerprints were all over' Game 1 win vs. Mavs

Chris Forsberg and Chris Mannix react to Jayson Tatum’s performance in Game 1 of the NBA Finals and break down why, despite ‘maddening’ turnovers and lack of scoring, his play helped Boston win.

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Two more charged in betting scandal that spurred NBA to bar Raptors' Jontay Porter for life

Three of the four defendants in the case have been named and charged.

Why Danny Green believes C's Game 1 success vs. Mavs is ‘unsustainable'

NBA veteran Danny Green believes the Celtics' successful defensive strategy against the Mavericks in Game 1 of the NBA Finals won't be sustainable for the rest of the series.

Draymond believes Warriors' key to success is finding new identity

Draymond Green explained why the Warriors need to find a new team identity ahead of the 2024-2025 NBA season.

NBA Finals ratings: Mavericks-Celtics posts worst Game 1 numbers since 2021

The Mavericks weren't the only group that underperformed in Game 1 of the Finals.

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Jimmy Butler Instagram post ignites Warriors trade speculation

One of Jimmy Butler's latest Instagram story sent Warriors social media into a frenzy.

Celtics took advantage of Doncic's lackluster defense in Game 1 win

The Celtics made Luka Doncic work defensively in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, and it produced great results for Boston.

2024 NBA Finals: Luka Dončić and the Mavs must find answers on offense — and quick

From the opening tip of Game 1, the Celtics sold out to take away the easy stuff from Dallas' offensive attack. What adjustments can the Mavs make?

DeMar DeRozan dishes on Dillon Brooks beef: ‘I just don't like him'

He said what he said.

2024 NBA Mock Draft: Tennessee's Dalton Knecht jumps up, Providence's Devin Carter moves into top 10

France's Alex Sarr leads Gary Parrish's latest mock draft

2024 NBA Finals odds, line, Game 2 time: Mavericks vs. Celtics picks, predictions, bets from proven NBA expert

SportsLine's Bruce Marshall has made his NBA picks, predictions and best bets for Game 2 of Boston Celtics vs. Dallas Mavericks in the 2024 NBA Finals on Sunday

2024 NBA Finals: Five key questions entering Celtics-Mavs Game 2

What should we watch for in Game 2 of the NBA Finals on Sunday night? Here are five key questions.

2024 NBA Finals: How Mavericks can use P.J. Washington to generate more assists, force Celtics to adjust

Dallas had a season-low nine assists in its Game 1 blowout loss

Adam Silver reiterates NBA will focus on expansion once new television rights deal is finalized

This is not going to be fast, it will be closer to the end of the decade when these teams take the court.

Breaking down a potential Knicks trade for Karl-Anthony Towns

The Knicks enter the offseason well-positioned for a significant trade and if they want to upgrade their roster this offseason or down the line, a trade is the most likely option. With that in mind, let's take a look at the math behind a Karl-Anthony Towns trade.

'I want the coach to be Hurley': Magic Johnson endorses Dan Hurley for Lakers job

Lakers legend Magic Johnson didn't hesitate to make his choice between Lakers coaching candidates Dan Hurley and JJ Redick during an appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live."

Horford's elite defense vs. Doncic helped power Celtics to Game 1 win

Al Horford stepped up defensively vs. Luka Doncic in a major way for the Celtics in their Game 1 win.

Kyrie Irving on the boos in Boston, 'I thought it was going to be a little louder in here'

Irving also struggled all night shooting 6-of-19.

Tatum's admission he was ‘nervous' for NBA Finals is a good thing

Jayson Tatum may have given his critics more fodder after Game 1 of the NBA Finals, but it's clear the Celtics star is in a good headspace.

Celtics became first team in NBA Finals history to achieve this feat

The Celtics set a new NBA Finals record with their 3-point shooting in Game 1.

Dan Hurley to meet with Lakers Friday, reportedly "50-50" on becoming their next head coach

The history of college coaches coming to the NBA is littered with great coaches not working out.

Cleveland Cavaliers fantasy basketball season recap

How should fantasy managers approach the talented Cavaliers roster in 2024-25?

The exact moment Kyrie proved Boston fans are still in his head

Kyrie Irving made some telling comments after his underwhelming performance in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, writes John Tomase.

2024 NBA Finals: Kyrie Irving needs to perform like a superstar for the Mavs to have a chance

Little went right in Game 1 for Irving, who struggled with his shot and finished a game-worst minus-19 on the night.

Celtics dominate Mavericks in NBA Finals opener; Why Dan Hurley fits Lakers

Kristaps Porzingis was excellent for Boston in his return from a calf injury

Lakers meeting with Dan Hurley, preparing 'massive' offer for UConn coach, per report

Hurley has become the Lakers' target in their coaching search, and the two sides are reportedly meeting Friday

2024 NBA Finals: Jaylen Brown's defensive brilliance helps curtail Mavericks' formidable 3rd-quarter rally

Brown led all Celtics in scoring, but it was his work on the defensive end that stamped Game 1 for Boston.