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Kawhi Leonard had the most Kawhi Leonard reaction to his game-sealing block at the buzzer

Kawhi Leonard didn’t seem all that impressed by Kawhi Leonard.

The Los Angeles Clippers and Boston Celtics played a great November NBA game Wednesday night that was ultimately won in overtime by the Clippers, 107-104, who were playing with Kawhi Leonard and Paul George in the lineup together for the first time this season.

The Clippers stormed back in the final minutes of regulation to take the lead but a 3-pointer by Jayson Tatum tied things up and then a missed 3-pointer by Leonard at the buzzer sent the game to overtime.

The Celtics had a chance to tie the game at the buzzer in OT but Leonard flew through the air to block Kemba Walker’s 3-point attempt:

Did you see his reaction to that block?

One. Clap.

LOL:

That’s so Kawhi it’s perfect.

Fans had reactions to it:

WATCH: LeBron James becomes first NBA player to record triple-double against all 30 teams

LeBron James made NBA history becoming the first player to get a triple-double against all 30 teams in the league.

LeBron James has added yet another basketball milestone to his long list of them, becoming the first player in NBA history to record a triple-double against all 30 teams in the league.

He did so Tuesday night in a 112-107 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder at Staples Center, going for 25 points, 11 boards and 10 assists. That marked his fifth triple-double of the season and the 86th of his career.

ā€œCoach (Frank) Vogel came in here and said, ‘Congratulations,’ and I thought he was joking about my seven turnovers,ā€ James said to the Associated Press. ā€œI really don’t know what to think about it. I just think it’s a pretty cool stat to know, and I’m glad it happened in a win.ā€

Houston Rockets star Russell Westbrook is next in line to get a triple-double against all 30 teams, only missing his former team of 11 years, Oklahoma City.

Luka Doncic humiliated the Warriors with a historic first quarter

Luke Doncic embarrassed Golden State in the first quarter.

So yeah, Luka Doncic is really, really good at basketball.

The second-year star of the Dallas Mavericks entered Wednesday night’s game against the Golden State Warriors averaging just under 30 points a contest. He also has 10.7 rebounds a game and 9.3 assists.

Earlier this week our Charles Curtis gave you six reasons why Doncic is the favorite to win the NBA MVP award this season.

Then Wednesday night he went out and had a monster first quarter against the banged-up Warriors, putting up numbers that haven’t been seen since Allen Iverson in 2003.

Check out what he did to poor Golden State, who added Draymond Green to their list of injured stars before the game:

He had 22 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists in the first:

He then had a good second quarter, too:

And he had another triple-double before the fourth quarter:

This adds to his historic run of late:

Yup, the 20 year old is pretty good.

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Tonight for the first time this season Kawhi Leonard and Paul George will suit up and play together. This is what fans have been waiting for and should be an entertaining game, to say the least. The Celtics have been cruising along this year and will be a tough test for them on the road.

Watch the Los Angeles Clippers 2019-20 Season

Next game: vs. Boston Celtics, Nov. 20, 10:00 p.m. ETĀ 

Local TV affiliate: Fox Sports West

Streaming option for the season: fuboTV (watch for free)

The Clippers may have landed the best player in the NBA when acquiring Leonard during the offseason. As the reigning Finals MVP, Leonardā€™s combination of defensive ability and scoring acumen has him consistently talked about as the best all-around player in the league. Combined with the newly acquired Paul George, the Clippers have two stars that can potentially carry them to the promised land.

But the NBA is about depth as much as it is about star power, and the Clippers have that as well. Defending sixth man of the year Lou Williams is still available to give second units around the league nightmares, while players like Montrezl Harrell should see easier opportunities now that defenses have to focus on Leonard and George. Whether this group can get on the same page in time for a postseason run remains to be seen, but this unit could be the most exciting in the history of the Clippers.

Clippers November 2019 Schedule

All Times ET

Mon. Nov. 18 vs. Thunder, 10:30 PM

Wed. Nov. 20 vs. Celtics, 10:00 PM

Fri. Nov. 22 vs. Rockets, 10:30 PM

Sun. Nov 24 vs. Pelicans, 9:00 PM

Tues. Nov. 26 @ Mavericks, 8:30 PM

Wed. Nov. 27 @ Grizzlies, 8:00 PM

Fri. Nov. 29 @ Spurs, 8:30 PM

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Ben Simmons hit his first official 3-pointer and NBA fans had lots of jokes

Ben Simmons’ first 3-pointer with the Titanic song is pretty good.

Ben Simmons, the No. 1 overall pick of the 2016 NBA draft, did the once unthinkable Wednesday night as he launched a shot from behind the 3-point line and by golly the darn thing went through the hoop.

Yup, Simmons finally hit the first 3-pointer of his NBA career Wednesday night against the New York Knicks (because of course the Knicks allowed this history to happen).

Simmons hit one 3-pointer during a preseason game against a team from China, which made us all wonder if he’d be able to add this shot to his game this year. But now he has an official 3-pointer under his belt, which who knows how much that could change things for him moving forward.

Here’s the moment NBA fans will never forget:

NBA fans reacted accrordingly:

How to Watch Brooklyn Nets, NBA Live Stream, Nets vs Bobcats, Schedule, TV Channel, Start Time

Watch the Brooklyn Nets 2019-20 Season Online.

The Brooklyn Nets were one of the pleasant surprises of the 2018-19 NBA season, with their young core earning a playoff spot ahead of schedule. This year, they come into the season with higher expectations as a result of some key player acquisitions in the offseason. In a wide open Eastern Conference, the Nets will look to exceed expectations once again.

Watch the Brooklyn Nets 2019-20 Season

Next game: vs. Charlotte Bobcats, Nov. 20, 7:30 p.m. ETĀ 

Local TV affiliate for the season: YES Network

Streaming option for the season: fuboTV (watch for free)

The Nets wonā€™t be at the peak of their power this season as they await the return of Kevin Durant from the injury he suffered in last yearā€™s NBA Finals. However, the Nets will have Kyrie Irving to lead them this season after he signed as a free agent during the offseason. Irving is an artist with the basketball in his hands, but the question will be how the teamā€™s chemistry changes with Irving now in the fold.

Also interesting will be how the young players on the Nets adjust to smaller roles after last seasonā€™s success. Players like Spencer Dinwiddie propelled the Nets for much of last season but will have to take a back seat to Irving and eventually Durant. If they can evolve into solid role players, the Nets could become championship contenders over the next couple of seasons. However, all of that starts with continued development from the young players on the roster this season.

Nets November 2019 Schedule

All times ET

Wed. Nov. 20 vs. Bobcats, 7:30 p.m.

Fri. Nov. 22 vs. Kings, 7:30 p.m.

Sun. Nov. 24 @ Knicks, 6:00 p.m.

Mon. Nov. 25 @ Cavaliers, 7:00 p.m.

Wed. Nov. 27 @ Celtics, 7:00 p.m.

Fri. Nov. 29 vs. Celtics, 12:00 p.m.

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How to Watch Philadelphia 76ers, NBA Live Stream, Knicks vs 76ers, Schedule, TV Channel, Start Time

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Trusting the process has finally paid off in Philadelphia. After a long rebuilding period, the 76ers are now legitimate contenders in the Eastern Conference. In 2018, the young Sixers emerged as a serious threat late in the season with a remarkable 16-game win streak to close out the season. While their playoff run was cut short due to a loss to the eventual NBA champion Toronto Raptors, thereā€™s a ton of expectations and hope for 2019.Ā 

Watch the Philadelphia 76ers 2019-20 Season

Tonight: vs. New York Knicks, Wednesday, Nov. 20, 7:00 p.m. ETĀ 

Local TV affiliate for the season: NBC Sports Philadelphia

Streaming option for the season: fuboTV (watch for free)

So far, so good for the Sixers. All-Star center Joel Embiid has picked up right where he left off last season. Heā€™s averaging 22.3 points per game, while also averaging 11.8 rebounds. Couple him with offseason acquisition Al Horford, who is putting up 15.9 points and 7.4 boards per game, and they have formed one of the most formidable frontcourt tandems in the league.Ā 

Philly isnā€™t just strong in the paint. In fact, the team has five players averaging double-figures in points. The Sixers also have a very solid bench to pull from in case of injury or fatigue. Itā€™s for these reasons that many believe theyā€™ll challenge for the top spot in the East. It wonā€™t be easy with the likes of Milwaukee and Boston again looking strong, but thereā€™s a ton of optimism around this talented bunch.Ā 

Sixers November 2019 ScheduleĀ 

Tue, Nov. 12 vs. Cleveland 7:00 PMĀ 

Wed, Nov. 13 @ Orlando 7:00 PM

Fri, Nov. 15 @ Oklahoma City 8:00 PM

Sun, Nov. 17 @ Cleveland 3:00 PM

Wed, Nov. 20 vs. New York 7:00 PM

Fri, Nov. 22 vs. San Antonio 8:00 PM

Sat, Nov. 23 vs. Miami 7:30 PM

Mon, Nov. 25 @ Toronto 7:30 PM

Wed, Nov. 27 vs. Sacramento 7:00 PM

Fri, Nov. 29 @ New York 7:30 PM

Sat, Nov. 30 vs. Indiana 7:00 PM

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How to Watch New York Knicks, NBA Live Stream, Knicks vs 76ers, Schedule, TV Channel, Start Time

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Whoever coined the phrase ā€˜progress is a slow processā€™ was likely a New York Knicks fan. One of the most prestigious sports franchises in the entire world may still be as recognizable as any NBA team, but its on-court success has left them unrecognizable in the competitive sense. Going into a sixth straight season without a playoff appearance, several rebuilding attempts have come and gone in the Big Apple. Can the Knicks latest effort at building a roster able to compete be the one that gets them back on track?Ā 

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Next game: at Philadelphia 76ers, Nov. 20, 7:00 p.m. ETĀ 

Local TV affiliate for the season: MSG

Streaming option for the season: fuboTV (watch for free)

RJ Barrett is the latest to bear the pressure of getting the iconic Knicks brand back into the spotlight. The No. 3 overall pick out of Duke has been tapped to be the face of the franchise heading into the future. So far, early in his rookie season, itā€™s been an up and down project. The 19-year-old is averaging a respectable 15.8 points per game.Ā 

Like Barrett, the Knicks as a whole have a lot of work to do to get to a level where theyā€™re competing for a playoff spot, much less with the best teams in the Eastern Conference. There are reasons for hope in New York, even if they may seem distant. Yes, the likes of Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving passed on the chance to sign, but the addition of Julius Randle in conjunction with Barrett gives the Knicks something to build off of. Perhaps another strong draft class or two and some improved luck in the free agent market could be what gets them heading back into the direction their fans expect.Ā 

Knicks November 2019 Schedule

All Times ET

Wed. Nov. 20 @ 76ers, 7:00 PM

Sat. Nov. 23 vs. Spurs, 7:30 PM

Sun. Nov. 24 vs. Nets, 6:00 PM

Wed. Nov. 27 @ Raptors, 7:30 PM

Fri. Nov. 29 vs. 76ers, 7:30 PM

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Knicks-76ers odds: Philly favored by double digits over New York

Previewing Wednesday’s New York Knicks at Philadelphia 76ers sports betting odds and lines, with NBA matchup analysis, picks and tips.

The New York Knicks (4-10) visit the Philadelphia 76ers (8-5) Wednesday at 7 p.m. ET at Wells Fargo Center. We analyze the Knicks-76ers odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Knicks at 76ers: Key injuries

Knicks

  • PGĀ Kadeem AllenĀ (knee) questionable
  • PGĀ Elfrid PaytonĀ (hamstring) out
  • SGĀ Reggie BullockĀ (neck) out

Knicks at 76ers: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

76ers 118, Knicks 101

Moneyline (ML)

The Knicks are getting +500 odds as the visitors, which isĀ nearlyĀ too tempting to turn down. New York is even coming off an impressive 123-105 home win over the Cleveland Cavaliers Monday, but it heads into Philadelphia with a 1-6 road record and is 0-3 against the Atlantic Division.

The 76ers (-714) are an unimpressive 5-5 over their last 10 games, but they’re a perfect 4-0 at Wells Fargo Center and dropped the same Cavaliers team 114-95 on the road Sunday in their last game. They’ll win this handily at full health in their return home, but there’s too much chalk on the moneyline. We’ll play the spread.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the Sixers to win outright returns a profit of just $1.40.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The lopsided moneyline is reflected in the spread ofĀ -11.5 (-115)Ā for theĀ SIXERS. Take this bet with a high degree of confidence and expect the hosts to come away with a comfortable win by 12 or more points.

The Knicks are 7-7 against the spread and 4-3 on the road while the Sixers are just 6-6 overall and 2-2 at home. Philly outscores the opposition by an average margin of 3.1 points per game with the Knicks losing by an average of 7.1 points per outing. The hosts are expected to put forward a full lineup Wednesday after handing out rest days of late, and they’ll play their first home game in over a week.

The Knicks lost four of their last five road games by margins greater than 12 points, and they will once again in Philadelphia.

Over/Under (O/U)

Take theĀ OVER 213.5 (-105). The Knicks rank 29th in the NBA with a 4-10 record against the Over/Under and fall an average of four points shy of the projected total while the Sixers are 7-6 against projections and top them by an average of 0.2 points per game.

New York allows 108.9 points per game and Philly gives up 106.7 while scoring 109.8. This will creep just over the line as the 76ers cruise to victory and allow the Knicks to get some easy buckets in garbage time.

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Warriors-Mavericks odds: Dallas a huge favorite vs. Golden State

Previewing Wednesday’s Golden State Warriors vs. Dallas Mavericks sports betting odds and lines, with NBA matchup analysis, picks and tips.

TheĀ Dallas MavericksĀ (8-5) host theĀ Golden State WarriorsĀ (3-12) Wednesday at American Airlines Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. We analyze the Warriors-Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Warriors at Mavericks: Key injuries

Warriors

  • PFĀ Draymond GreenĀ (elbow) questionable
  • PGĀ D’Angelo RussellĀ (thumb) out
  • SFĀ Damion LeeĀ (hand) out
  • PGĀ Stephen CurryĀ (hand) out
  • SG Jacob Evans (groin) out
  • PFĀ Alen SmailagicĀ (ankle) out
  • CĀ Kevon LooneyĀ (hamstring) out
  • SGĀ Klay ThompsonĀ (knee) out

Mavericks

  • PGĀ Seth CurryĀ (illness) questionable

Warriors at Mavericks: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Mavericks 128, Warriors 98

Moneyline (ML)

The host Mavericks are laying -1000 against a Warriors (+650) lineup that’s a shell of it’s opening-day self. Green was able to play through a minor injury in Tuesday’s 114-95 road victory over the Memphis Grizzlies, but he could sit out the second half of the back-to-back. The Mavericks have won two straight home games over the Toronto Raptors and San Antonio Spurs to improve to 4-3 at home for the season. They were off Tuesday night.

A bet on the Mavericks to win outright at this price would return a profit of just $1. This line is approaching what we often see in lopsided college matchups. Pass on this and play the spread.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

Take theĀ MAVERICKS (-14.5, -105). The Warriors are 6-9 against the spread overall and 4-4 on the road. The Mavericks are 6-7 overall ATS and 2-5 at home. The back-to-back situation for the visitors along with the potential new absence of Green sways this heavily toward the hosts.

Golden State is outscored by an average of 8.3 points per game (117.4-109.1) while Dallas wins by an average of 3.3 points (114.1-110.8). The Mavs will cruise to the finish with several starters unlikely to see the floor in the fourth quarter.

Over/Under (O/U)

Following suit, take theĀ OVER 215.5 (-128). The Mavericks will do the heavy lifting here in a rout.

Dallas ranks second in the NBA with a record of 9-4 against the Over/Under. Golden State is 8-7 with its opponents taking care of the majority of the projected totals in its games.

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