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NBA MVP straw poll: SGA and Jokic secured 99 votes -- who got the 100th?

SGA? Jokic? Cup MVP Jalen Brunson? We polled 100 media members in a ballot that mirrors the league's official vote.

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Power Rankings: Cavaliers and 76ers cling onto contention in East

NBA insiders break down where all 30 teams stand in this week's rankings ahead of the holiday season.

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IS THIS LEBRON'S NEW NORMAL?

LeBron vs. Father Time: How James has changed this season, by the numbers

LeBron James might be mortal. Zach Kram examines how the future Hall of Famer looks different compared to the past two decades.

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Want to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder? This five-step guide tells you how

Using the Spurs' and Trail Blazers' wins over Oklahoma City as a blueprint, let's evaluate the most important factors of a Thunder loss.

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Can the NBA Cup's surprise finalists make a Finals run? Why there's already a road map

Kevin Pelton breaks down how the Spurs and Magic can use their cup experience for the postseason.

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Risers and fallers: Add Dylan Harper, Cam Spencer for instant offense

Steve Alexander highlights fantasy basketball names trending upwards or downwards, with key takeaways for each.

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