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Memphis Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins argues with official Derrick Collins after the ejection of forward Jaren Jackson Jr. during the second half of the team's NBA basketball in-season tournament game against the Utah Jazz on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Nikki Boertman)

Memphis coach Taylor Jenkins fined $25,000 for public criticism of officiating

Associated Press

Atlanta Hawks' Young Trae celebrates after beating the Orlando Magic in an NBA basketball game, at the Mexico Arena in Mexico City, Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023. (AP Photo/Eduardo Verdugo)

Young scores 41, Murray hits go-ahead 3 as the Hawks beat the Magic 120-119 in Mexico City

By Carlos Rodriguez - Associated Press

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James celebrates after the Lakers defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 130-125 in an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

LeBron James’ rise to global basketball star to be displayed in museum in hometown of Akron, Ohio

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San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) reacts to a play during overtime of the team's NBA basketball game against the Houston Rockets in San Antonio, Friday, Oct. 27, 2023. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Passing early tests: Wembanyama’s NBA education draws praise

By Tim Reynolds - Associated Press

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts after a foul call in the second half in an NBA basketball game against the Charlotte Hornets, Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Richard W. Rodriguez)

Mavericks coming through in the clutch behind the combination of Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving

By Pat Graham - Associated Press

James Harden responds to a reporter's question as he is introduced as the newest member of the Los Angeles Clippers at a news conference at the NBA baketball team's training facility Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Richard Vogel)

James Harden set to make his Clippers debut against the Knicks at Madison Square Garden

By Brian Mahoney - Associated Press

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) drives toward the basket while trailed by Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough)

LeBron James, back in Miami with the Lakers, reflects on his 4 Heat seasons

By Tim Reynolds - Associated Press

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, right, looks to pass the ball as Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II defends during the first half of an NBA basketball in-season tournament game Friday, Nov. 3, 2023, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Jokic scores 33 points, leads Nuggets to 125-114 win over Mavericks in NBA tournament opener

By Pat Graham - Associated Press

Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant fouls San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) during the second half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Nov 2, 2023, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Wembanyama dazzles in 5th NBA game, shows why he’s most-hyped prospect in years

By David Brandt - Associated Press

Philadelphia 76ers' James Harden looks on during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Portland Trail Blazers, Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola) **FILE**

76ers trade disgruntled guard James Harden to Clippers

By Dan Gelston - Associated Press

Philadelphia 76ers' Patrick Beverley (22) leaves the court after getting his second technical foul during the second half of a preseason NBA basketball game against the Brooklyn Nets, Monday, Oct. 16, 2023, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

76ers Patrick Beverley appreciates Bryce Harper wearing his jersey at Game 7

By Dan Gelston - Associated Press

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, center, shoots as against the Phoenix Suna center Drew Eubanks, left, and forward Nassir Little defend during the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

LeBron James keys Lakers’ 4th-quarter rally for 100-95 win over Kevin Durant’s short-handed Suns

By Greg Beacham - Associated Press

Los Angeles Lakers' Dwight Howard looks on prior to an NBA basketball game, Jan. 27, 2022, in Philadelphia. In a response to a state civil suit filed this week by his attorney, Howard has denied accusations by a Georgia man who says he was sexually assaulted by the former NBA star and another person. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola, File)

Former NBA star Dwight Howard denies sexual assault lawsuit filed by Georgia man

Associated Press

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James drives to the basket past Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic and forward Aaron Gordon, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski) **FILE**

NBA All-Star Game to ditch gimmicks, return to classic East-West format

By Michael Marot - Associated Press

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry warms up before an NBA preseason basketball game against the San Antonio Spurs in San Francisco, Friday, Oct. 20, 2023. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

Things to know about the NBA season: Lots of money, lots of talent, lots of stats

By Tim Reynolds - Associated Press

Philadelphia 76ers coach Doc Rivers calls to players during the first half of Game 5 of the team's NBA basketball Eastern Conference semifinal playoff series against the Boston Celtics on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, in Boston. When he was hired by the Orlando Magic in 1999, Doc Rivers told a colleague at Turner Sports that he had to take care of his coaching itch and that he would be back in five years. Four teams and 25 years later, Rivers is back as an analyst. And at a different network. ESPN hired Rivers during the summer to work with Mike Breen and Doris Burke on its top team. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)

Doc Rivers on his future: ‘Do I miss coaching? Let the season go on, and I’ll find that out’

By Joe Reedy - Associated Press

Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo drives past Memphis Grizzlies' Desmond Bane during the first half of a preseason NBA basketball game Friday, Oct. 20, 2023, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

Antetokounmpo indicates that he’s agreed to contract extension with Bucks

By Noah Trister - Associated Press

Denver Nuggets' Nikola Jokic applauds on the bench during the second half of a preseason NBA basketball game against the Los Angeles Clippers in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis) **FILE**

Nuggets to face slew of challengers for NBA title

By Tim Reynolds - Associated Press

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama, the NBA's first round draft pick, poses for photos during an NBA basketball media day in San Antonio, Monday, Oct. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Wembanyama already setting a tone for his rookie NBA season with the Spurs

Associated Press

Golden State Warriors Stephen Curry, left, and Andre Iguodala kiss the Larry O'Brien Trophy after defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 105-7 in Game 6 of basketball's NBA Finals in Cleveland, June 17, 2015. Iguodala, a four-time champion with the Golden State Warriors during a 19-year NBA career, is retiring. “It’s just the right time,” the 39-year-old Iguodala told Andscape in a telephone interview Friday, Oct. 20, 2023.(AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)

Andre Iguodala, a four-time NBA champion with Golden State, retires after 19-year NBA career

Associated Press