Ranking the best players in the NBA this season, from 100 to 51
Our annual countdown predicting the best players in the NBA starts at No. 100. See which stars made the cut.
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2020 Schedule
3rd in Atlantic
Tacko gives youngster a boost for the jam (0:16)
Doc Rivers and Erik Spoelstra
Two NBA championship coaches -- Doc Rivers and Erik Spoelstra -- join The Woj Pod to discuss a series of topics in a high-level conversation, including the coaching craft, the Celtics-Heat rivalry, the impact of Pat Riley in their careers, ownership and management support, the lack of NBA coaches in the Hall of Fame and the changes they've had to make as coaches with the shorter attention spans of the modern NBA players, and much more.
Team USA's Tatum game-time decision vs. France
Jayson Tatum has been upgraded to a game-time decision ahead of Team USA's World Cup quarterfinal against France on Wednesday. Tatum has missed the past three games after rolling an ankle last week.
Kanter briefly captures WWE 24/7 Championship belt (1:11)
What can Brown do for Team USA? Just about everything
Since teammate Jayson Tatum's injury, Jaylen Brown has been a key contributor for Team USA.
Tatum practices, still out with sprained ankle
Jayson Tatum was able to return to practice with the U.S. men's basketball team Monday, less than a week after he sprained his left ankle.
Brown flushes huge dunk (0:20)
Smart drains tough 3 at the buzzer (0:30)
Smart's block leads to a Harris layup (0:20)
Tatum out vs. Brazil; Walker plays despite illness
Jayson Tatum practiced but will miss a third consecutive World Cup game when Team USA faces Brazil in Monday's final second-round game. Kemba Walker, who missed the shootaround with an illness, in the starting lineup.
Smart (quad) planning to return for Greece tilt
Marcus Smart, who missed Thursday's FIBA World Cup game against Japan with a left quadriceps strain, went through Friday's shootaround and is planning to play Saturday against Greece.
Kobe breaks down how Kemba can improve (1:31)
Brown flushes huge transition dunk (0:24)
Kemba shows off the handles, finds Barnes for the dunk (0:33)
Brown throws down big-time windmill dunk (0:24)
Tatum out at least next two Team USA games
Jayson Tatum will miss at least the next two Team USA games with a sprained ankle.
Tatum sprains ankle in OT of Team USA's win
Jason Tatum sprained his left ankle at the end of Team USA's overtime victory over Turkey, putting his status for at least the immediate future in doubt.
Tatum gets fouled with .1 seconds left, ties game on free throws (0:42)
Kemba Walker is enjoying his time in the spotlight
As one of two All-Stars on Team USA, and the only member of the roster to change teams this offseason, Kemba Walker is taking time to enjoy the moment.
Mitchell, Walker lead Team USA past Czech Republic (1:55)
Australia snaps USA's 78-game winning streak (2:23)
Smart nails difficult floater over Baynes (0:25)
Cousy, 91, gets Presidential Medal of Freedom
Basketball legend Bob Cousy, the 91-year-old Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame member who played for the Celtics, received the Presidential Medal of Freedom on Thursday.
Who has the best kicks on Team USA?
Gregg Popovich has been described as the biggest star on Team USA, but how do his Nike Air Monarchs compare to Jayson Tatum's Jordan Jumpman Diamonds and the shoes of his teammates?
2019-20 Atlantic Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto | 58 | 24 | .707 | - | W2 |
| Philadelphia | 51 | 31 | .622 | 7 | W1 |
| Boston | 49 | 33 | .598 | 9 | W1 |
| Brooklyn | 42 | 40 | .512 | 16 | W3 |
| New York | 17 | 65 | .207 | 41 | L1 |
Team Stats
Points Per Game112.414th
Rebounds Per Game44.522nd
Assists Per Game26.35th
Points Allowed108.023rd
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2019 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(14) | Romeo Langford | SF | Indiana |
| 1(22) | Grant Williams | PF | Tennessee |
| 2(3) | Carsen Edwards | PG | Purdue |
| 2(21) | Tremont Waters | PG | LSU |
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-19 | 49 | 33 | .598 |
| 2017-18 | 55 | 27 | .671 |
| 2016-17 | 53 | 29 | .646 |
| 2015-16 | 48 | 34 | .585 |