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Timberwolves, Thunder clash as top teams in West![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Minnesota Timberwolves host Oklahoma City Thunder in NBA in-season tournament. Minnesota has won 12 of its first 16 games to jump to the top of the Western Conference. Oklahoma City has won 11 of its last 16 to slide into second place. The Thunder are 1-2 in Group C and have been eliminated from advancing.
Kings, Warriors vie for NBA in-season tournament spots![img](/img/external-link.svg)
The Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors meet in the NBA in-season tournament. The Kings (3-0) must win in order to advance to the West final four. Golden State (2-1) remains alive as a potential group winner or wild-card entrant.
NBA roundup: Joel Embiid, 76ers demolish Lakers![img](/img/external-link.svg)
LeBron James scores 18 points and passes Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for most minutes played, regular season and playoffs, in NBA history. Philadelphia 76ers shoot 22-for-46 as a team from deep, one trey short of the franchise record. Reggie Jackson scores 35 points and DeAndre Jordan adds season bests of 21 points and 13 rebounds as Denver beats Los Angeles.
Weet-Bix reveal the surprising reason Josh Giddey has been WIPED from their social media amid...![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Weet-Bix reveal the surprising reason Josh Giddey has been WIPED from their social media amid speculation he'll lose $40million cereal deal over alleged relationship with a minorNBA star's sponsorship reportedly at risk Weet- Bix has sponsored him since 2021 Giddney is being investigated by the NBA.
LeBron James suffers the heaviest defeat of his career as the Lakers are beaten by 44 POINTS in...![img](/img/external-link.svg)
LeBron James suffers the heaviest defeat of his career as the Lakers are beaten by 44 POINTS in 138-94 loss to the Sixers... on a rollercoaster night for the NBA legend after he set all-time league record for minutes played. James could not save the Lakers from slumping to a 44-point loss in Philadelphia. He had only ever been beaten by 42 points in his two decades as an NBA player.
Minutes man: LeBron James breaks NBA minutes played mark![img](/img/external-link.svg)
LeBron James surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's league mark for total minutes played. The record includes regular-season and playoff games. James became the first NBA player with 39,000 career points last season.
What Makes Sixers’ Tyrese Maxey The Early Favorite For NBA’s Most Improved Player![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Tyrese Maxey is averaging a career-high 26.6 points, 6.9 assists and 4.8 rebounds. Maxey has the lowest turnover percentage of any player with a usage rate and assist percentage above 25 since the NBA-ABA merger in 1976.
Joel Embiid's triple-double fuels 76ers to blowout over...![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Joel Embiid recorded the sixth triple-double of his NBA career. Tyrese Maxey scored 31 points and shot 5-for-12 from 3-point distance. LeBron James scored 18 points and passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for most minutes played.
Jalen Hurts attends Lakers-Sixers game in Philadelphia as Eagles QB watches Joel Embiid inspire...![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Jalen Hurts scored the winning touchdown as the Eagles defeated the Bills. One day later he was at Wells Fargo Center to watch the Sixers beat the Lakers. Joel Embiid recorded the sixth triple-double of his NBA career with 30 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists.
Joel Embiid's sixth career triple-double helps Philadelphia 76ers rout Lakers![img](/img/external-link.svg)
The reigning NBA MVP, Embiid notched his sixth career triple-double with 2 minutes left in the third quarter. James scored 18 points in 29 minutes but nothing he did could make a dent in the 76ers' lead. The 76ers won their second straight after a two-game losing streak.
Hot-shooting Nets eye big in-season tourney win vs....![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Brooklyn Nets host Toronto Raptors in NBA in-season tournament. Nets come from 21 points down to beat Chicago Bulls 118-109 on Sunday. Nets are 2-1 in tournament and tied for second place in East Group C behind Orlando Magic.
NBA Fixtures![img](/img/external-link.svg)
NBA schedules for this week: Monday, November 27: Portland Trail Blazers at Indiana Pacers. Tuesday, November 28: Chicago Bulls at Boston Celtics. Wednesday, November 29: Philadelphia 76ers at New Orleans Pelicans. Thursday, November 30: Detroit Pistons at New York Knicks. Friday, December 1: Los Angeles Clippers at Golden State Warriors. Monday, December 4: null at null.
People are finding out what the tiny holes in Converse are for - and it's a surprise![img](/img/external-link.svg)
The Chuck Taylor All Star Converse were originally designed in 1917. When the NBA began in 1949, almost every player wore Converse. It turns out, those little holes in Converse are actually for ventilation.
Goorjian offers Giddey support amid NBA investigation![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Boomers coach Brian Goorjian has sent a message to Josh Giddey to let him know he is there to support him as he undergoes an NBA investigation. The Boomers ace and Oklahoma City Thunder guard is being investigated following an allegation in a since-deleted anonymous social media post that he had an improper relationship with an underage girl. He said the NBA investigation was "out of my wheelhouse" but confirmed he had contacted the 21-year-old.
NBA fans claim viral video shows Josh Giddey in a nightclub with girl he's been accused of having an...![img](/img/external-link.svg)
NBA is investigating allegations against Giddey Australian-born point guard was allowed to play for his NBA club. Fans claim latest video could clear his name.
Boomers basketball coach Brian Goorjian reveals the message he sent Josh Giddey as Aussie NBA star...![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Boomers coach Brian Goorjian reveals the message he sent Josh Giddey as Aussie NBA star is investigated for alleged inappropriate relationship with a minor. Boomers ace and Oklahoma City Thunder guard is being investigated following an allegation in a since-deleted anonymous social media post that he had an improper relationship with an underage girl. The 21-year-old continues to play for the Thunder and suited up for their loss to Philadelphia on Sunday morning (AEDT) despite the NBA investigation.
Knicks visit Hornets, aim for a better start![img](/img/external-link.svg)
New York Knicks host Charlotte Hornets in Tuesday's East Group B finale. Suns beat Knicks 116-113; Hornets lose to host Orlando Magic 130-117. Knicks' comeback from 21-point third-quarter deficit improved them to 2-1 in Group B play. Hornets have worst point differential of any NBA team still in the running.
Nets pour in 25 3-pointers, rally past reeling Bulls![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Spencer Dinwiddie scored 24 points as the host Brooklyn Nets hit an NBA season-high 25 3-pointers. The Nets stormed back from a 21-point deficit for an 118-109 victory over the skidding Chicago Bulls. DeMar DeRozan led all scorers with 27 but the Bulls lost their fourth in a row.
Goorjian to visit NBA Boomers to ramp up Paris campaign![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Boomers coach Brian Goorjian will travel to the United States next month. He will visit national team players competing in the NBA as preparations intensify for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The Boomers finished a disappointing 10th at this year's FIBA World Cup.
Kylie Jenner addresses friendship with Jordyn Woods after Tristan Thompson kiss![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Kylie Jenner was asked about her friendship with Jordyn Woods in an interview. The pair were presumed to have reconciled earlier this year following the Tristan Thompson scandal. It came after the latter kissed NBA player Tristan, now 32. Jordyn acknowledged the alleged kiss, which led to the end of Khloé's relationship.