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Joel Embiid-- - 1 (10)Elfrid PaytonRights traded to Orlando from New Orleans via Philadelphia
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- 2 (9)Jerami GrantFrom Cleveland
- 2 (17)Russ SmithTraded to NOP for rights to Pierre Jackson. Originally from Brooklyn via DAL & BOS
- 2 (22)Vasilije MicicFrom Memphis via CLE
- 2 (24)Nemanja DangubicFrom Houston via MIL
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Which NBA players have the most triple-doubles of all time?
Russell Westbrook holds the NBA record for most triple-doubles in a career. See who else joins him on the list.
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Is there too much pressure on Jayson Tatum if he returns?
Alan Hahn wonders if the expectations on the Celtics could be too much for Jayson Tatum if he returns.
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How the James Harden move renewed the Cavaliers' faith
Entering January, the Cavaliers were stuck in a play-in spot. They've since racked up the best record in the NBA and added an 11-time All-Star.
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Minnesota faces Memphis, aims for 4th straight win
Memphis Grizzlies (23-36, 11th in the Western Conference) vs. Minnesota Timberwolves (38-23, fourth in the Western Conference)
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Golden State and Los Angeles square off for conference showdown
Los Angeles Clippers (28-31, ninth in the Western Conference) vs. Golden State Warriors (31-29, eighth in the Western Conference)
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Toronto plays New York, looks to end home skid
New York Knicks (39-22, third in the Eastern Conference) vs. Toronto Raptors (35-25, fifth in the Eastern Conference)
