All articles tagged with #nba history
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Ringer
Nico Harrison, the Dallas Mavericks GM, was fired after executing the disastrous trade of Luka Doncic to the Lakers for a poor return, marking one of the worst trades in NBA history and cementing his legacy in NBA infamy.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NBA
The NBA announced the officiating crew for Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals, marking a historic milestone for referees James Capers, Josh Tiven, and Sean Wright, who are participating in their first Game 7 finals, making them the 22nd, 23rd, and 24th referees in NBA history to do so. The selection highlights the prestige of officiating at this stage, with notable referees like Scott Foster not included. The officials have varying experience levels, with Capers working his 13th finals, Tiven his sixth, and Wright his second, and the game features a carefully chosen roster to ensure fairness and professionalism.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Sports
Al Horford's exceptional performance in the Boston Celtics' win against the Atlanta Hawks made NBA history as the oldest player and first big man to achieve over 10 points, eight rebounds, eight assists, four blocks, and four 3-pointers in a game. Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla praised Horford's consistent impact, highlighting his valuable contributions whether starting or coming off the bench. At 37, Horford continues to prove his worth, with teammates and coaches acknowledging his pivotal role in the team's success.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Athletic
Damian Lillard of the Milwaukee Bucks became the 51st player in NBA history to score 20,000 career points, reaching the milestone in 794 games. Lillard expressed his appreciation for the accomplishment and reflected on his journey from being a two-star prospect to becoming a top scorer in the league. He also expressed optimism about his future with the Bucks and his potential to reach even higher scoring milestones. In the game against the San Antonio Spurs, Lillard scored 40 points, his first 40-point outing as a Buck, and helped lead the team to a 132-119 victory.