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Jokic and the Nuggets receive rings, watch championship banner raised before tipping off season

Jokic and the Nuggets receive rings, watch championship banner raised before tipping off season

DENVER (AP) — Nikola Jokic alternated his gaze between the flashy ring on his left hand and the new championship banner heading toward the rafters. Both put a big grin on the big man's face.
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Antetokounmpo believes signing extension now should help the Bucks avoid distractions

Antetokounmpo believes signing extension now should help the Bucks avoid distractions

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo wanted to make sure his contract status didn't distract the Milwaukee Bucks as they made a run at another championship.
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Darko Rajakovic era of the Raptors will dawn as Toronto kicks off 2023-24 season

Darko Rajakovic era of the Raptors will dawn as Toronto kicks off 2023-24 season

TORONTO — A new era of the Toronto Raptors will dawn on Wednesday when they kick off the 2023-24 NBA season. But just what this new version of the team will look like is still unknown.
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Doc Rivers on his future: 'Do I miss coaching? Let the season go on, and I’ll find that out'

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

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.
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Precious Achiuwa confirms Toronto Raptors did not extend his contract

Precious Achiuwa confirms Toronto Raptors did not extend his contract

TORONTO — Precious Achiuwa is going to let his agent do the talking for him. The Toronto Raptors and Achiuwa did not reach an agreement on a contract extension ahead of Monday's deadline.
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Record 27 Canadians in NBA for 2023-24 season

Record 27 Canadians in NBA for 2023-24 season

TORONTO — Another year, another record set for Canadians in the NBA. Canada set a new mark with 27 players on an NBA roster for the beginning of the 2023-24 campaign.
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Things to know about the NBA season: Lots of money, lots of talent, lots of stats

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

NBA teams currently have about $4.8 billion in salary committed to players for this season, meaning the average per team is around $160 million. Just three seasons ago, only two teams spent more than $160 million.
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Magic host the Rockets to open season

Houston Rockets vs. Orlando Magic Orlando, Florida; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EDT FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NBA LINE : Magic -3.5; over/under is 222.5 BOTTOM LINE: The Orlando Magic begin the season at home against the Houston Rockets.
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Spurs open season at home against the Mavericks

Dallas Mavericks vs. San Antonio Spurs San Antonio; Wednesday, 9:30 p.m. EDT FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NBA LINE : Mavericks -3.5; over/under is 228 BOTTOM LINE: The San Antonio Spurs host the Dallas Mavericks in the season opener.
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Pacers host the Wizards to start season

Washington Wizards vs. Indiana Pacers Indianapolis; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EDT FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NBA LINE : Pacers -7.5; over/under is 233.5 BOTTOM LINE: The Indiana Pacers begin the season at home against the Washington Wizards.
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