# ![@TimBontemps Avatar](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:26/cr:twitter::50721809.png) @TimBontemps Tim Bontemps

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### Top Social Posts
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"And heres what Im watching across the NBA Sunday: [--]. Whatll happen in what could be the final MSG visit for LeBron James [--]. Can the Suns get a third straight win w/out Devin Booker versus the Clippers [--]. How will Thunder-Nuggets play out with Nikola Jokic back in action"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2018092509407146110)  2026-02-01T22:42Z 135.2K followers, 16.1K engagements


"And heres what Im watching across the NBA Monday: [--]. Can the Hornets remain the NBAs hottest team with a win over NOLA [--]. Can the Sixers start off their WC trip with a win over the Clippers without Paul George [--]. Will MINN be able to stay hot and avoid a stumble vs MEM"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2018416008008974712)  2026-02-02T20:07Z 135.4K followers, 13.6K engagements


"And heres what Im watching across the NBA Tuesday: [--]. Will Denver bounce back from Sundays loss to OKC against the East-leading Pistons [--]. Cooper Flagg going up against Jaylen Brown and the Celtics [--]. Who wins the tankathon showdown between the Jazz and Pacers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2018807271581798771)  2026-02-03T22:02Z 135.1K followers, 18.8K engagements


"I grew up dreaming of working at The Washington Post and for the countrys preeminent sports section. Getting the chance to live out that dream was an honor and a privilege and it forever changed my life. I am beyond heartbroken for my friends. Today shouldnt be happening"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2019070935085600796)  2026-02-04T15:29Z 135.1K followers, 99.7K engagements


"Today would be a good day to be a local newspaper covering the Washington Wizards I would say. This couldn't be more fitting to highlight how truly insane the decision making from The Washington Post is today. Absolutely incredible. BREAKING: The Dallas Mavericks are trading 10-time NBA All-Star Anthony Davis Jaden Hardy D'Angelo Russell and Dante Exum to the Washington Wizards for Khris Middleton AJ Johnson Malaki Branham Marvin Bagley III [--] first-round picks and [--] second-rounders sources tell ESPN. https://t.co/sfrQQubI5i BREAKING: The Dallas Mavericks are trading 10-time NBA All-Star"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2019120420528746621)  2026-02-04T18:46Z 135.3K followers, 269.1K engagements


"New ESPN story: The Knicks won their eighth straight game in a double OT thriller over the Nuggets Wednesday night. The story for Denver though is yet another hamstring injury this time to Peyton Watson one of the most improved players this season. https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/47834965/peyton-watson-hamstring-latest-injury-nuggets https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/47834965/peyton-watson-hamstring-latest-injury-nuggets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2019289710741668228)  2026-02-05T05:59Z 135.1K followers, 32.3K engagements


"Re-upping my story from yesterday on the teams currently prioritizing [----] going all-in on [----] after Indiana made an incredibly bold move to fill a need by getting Ivica Zubac for a hefty price. https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/47828738/nba-trade-deadline-anthony-davis-wizards-jaren-jackson-jr-jazz https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/47828738/nba-trade-deadline-anthony-davis-wizards-jaren-jackson-jr-jazz"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2019495204328218660)  2026-02-05T19:35Z 135.1K followers, 31.1K engagements


"And heres what Im watching across the NBA Monday: [--]. Who wins tonights out of nowhere Eastern Conference showdown in Charlotte between the Pistons and Hornets [--]. How will the new-look Cavs fare in their first real test in Denver [--]. How does OKC-LAL go w/ no Luka or Shai"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2020978598799344107)  2026-02-09T21:50Z 135.5K followers, 17K engagements


"It's a shame that such a big game that had been a very fun watch has had this happen. Several key players ejected and likely several suspensions coming too. We arent going to see Isaiah Stewart for a very long time. Repeater offender status will certainly come into play. We arent going to see Isaiah Stewart for a very long time. Repeater offender status will certainly come into play"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2021040622652579889)  2026-02-10T01:56Z 135.4K followers, 73.3K engagements


"Another awesome night of NBA basketball including: - a 2nd straight comeback win to begin the James Harden Era in Cleveland - Gui Santos making a game-winner for the Curry-less Warriors - Cade Cunninghams [--] ended Charlottes 9-game win streak among other events in the game"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2021348682122264621)  2026-02-10T22:20Z 135.6K followers, 12.3K engagements


"Another awesome night of NBA basketball including: - Pascal Siakam had [--] points as Indiana once again won at MSG - [--] points in [--] minutes for Victor in a comfortable Spurs win - Another [--] and [--] for AJ Dybantsa in a BYU win over Baylor"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2021705442204725586)  2026-02-11T21:58Z 135.5K followers, [----] engagements


"And here's what I'm watching across the NBA on Wednesday: [--]. Will the Knicks or Sixers go into the AS Break with a win [--]. How will Charlotte and Detroit respond to being shorthanded after the suspensions against Atlanta and Toronto [--]. Can OKC minus SGA get a W in Phoenix"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2021708434111168676)  2026-02-11T22:10Z 135.5K followers, 12.1K engagements


"It briefly got better and now it's 56-32 and the Sixers have had several just absurdly bad turnovers in their own half of the court. Certainly looks like the final game before the All-Star Break. Less than four minutes in here in Philly the Knicks are up 16-4 having made seven of eight shots to start the game. Philly native Mikal Bridges already has [--] points for NYK who are carving the Sixers up left and right. Less than four minutes in here in Philly the Knicks are up 16-4 having made seven of eight shots to start the game. Philly native Mikal Bridges already has [--] points for NYK who are"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2021758809572520297)  2026-02-12T01:30Z 135.5K followers, 20K engagements


"Final: Knicks [---] Nuggets [---] (2OT) New York survives a wild game where they seemingly had it won in the first overtime but get a seventh straight win behind [--] points from Jalen Brunson. Meanwhile Jamal Murray had [--] and Nikola Jokic had a 30-point triple double in the loss"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2019248215753986436)  2026-02-05T03:14Z 135.6K followers, 24.6K engagements


"Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain will be probable to play tomorrow night against the Chicago Bulls sources told ESPN. McCain will be in line to make his season debut after suffering a torn ligament in his right thumb in September prior to the start of training camp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/1985489233402868219)  2025-11-03T23:28Z 135.6K followers, 4.7M engagements


"Joel Embiid is out tonight against the Knicks due to right knee injury management sources told ESPN. Embiid reported some soreness in his knee after the Suns win Saturday. The soreness has decreased but he wont play today and will continue treatment through the break"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2021716914075037752)  2026-02-11T22:44Z 135.6K followers, 279K engagements


"His ability to create extra possessions for his team is such a huge weapon. It doesn't matter who the Knicks are playing no one can keep him off the boards. It's incredible. https://t.co/yeY07J6a3Z https://t.co/yeY07J6a3Z"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2021763420807205079)  2026-02-12T01:48Z 135.6K followers, 113.7K engagements


"The NBA just announced a $500000 fine for the Utah Jazz and a $100000 fine for the Pacers over recent manipulation of rosters"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2022121989755011286)  2026-02-13T01:33Z 135.6K followers, 85.3K engagements


"Adam Silver in the release: Overt behavior like this that prioritizes draft position over winning undermines the foundation of NBA competition and we will respond accordingly to any further actions that compromise the integrity of our games. The NBA just announced a $500000 fine for the Utah Jazz and a $100000 fine for the Pacers over recent manipulation of rosters. https://t.co/DJ75IiITU4 The NBA just announced a $500000 fine for the Utah Jazz and a $100000 fine for the Pacers over recent manipulation of rosters. https://t.co/DJ75IiITU4"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2022122259549471065)  2026-02-13T01:34Z 135.6K followers, 76.7K engagements


"The NBPA announces David Kelly is taking over as executive director of the players union from Andre Iguodala. Hell assume the role in July. The NBPA and its Executive Committee today announced that David Kelly has been unanimously elected as the next NBPA Executive Director by the Board of Player Representatives. https://t.co/8Mfc5RgGxz The NBPA and its Executive Committee today announced that David Kelly has been unanimously elected as the next NBPA Executive Director by the Board of Player Representatives. https://t.co/8Mfc5RgGxz"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2022474854625149406)  2026-02-14T00:55Z 135.6K followers, 15.2K engagements


"Another awesome night of NBA basketball including: - Devin Bookers game-winner taking down OKC - 36-9-8 for Luka in a 2nd straight Lakers win - 27-11-5 for Michael Porter Jr. against his old team in another Nets win Cant wait to see what tonight brings"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2008231283575697458)  2026-01-05T17:37Z 131.5K followers, [----] engagements


"And heres what Im watching across the NBA Monday: [--]. Who will win the Eastern Conference showdown between the Pistons and Knicks [--]. Can LAC get back on track or will GSW keep building on its recent momentum [--]. Having to fly to HOU today can PHX get a second straight W"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2008233699444240424)  2026-01-05T17:46Z 131.4K followers, [----] engagements


"Before the Pistons pounded them into submission Earlier @TimBontemps and I asked and answered Big questions for Pistons Knicks in race for the East's top seed https://t.co/kaW1ET3HLL Earlier @TimBontemps and I asked and answered Big questions for Pistons Knicks in race for the East's top seed https://t.co/kaW1ET3HLL"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2008359234430279793)  2026-01-06T02:05Z 131.1K followers, 22.6K engagements


"Nuggets-Sixers is a definitional example of why you play the games. A remarkable win for Denver which is now 2-2 without Nikola Jokic and wins this game in Philly without its entire starting five. Pretty remarkable stuff"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2008392152997355674)  2026-01-06T04:16Z 131.6K followers, 137K engagements


"Another awesome night of NBA basketball including: - Denver without its entire starting five stunning Philly on the second night of a b2b - Charlotte blowing out OKC - Kevin Durants game-winner to beat his former teammates in Phoenix Cant wait to see what tonight brings"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2008654320330592628)  2026-01-06T21:38Z 131.5K followers, [----] engagements


"New Warriors Stock Report w/ @anthonyVslater on: - Golden States recent surge and chances of continuing it - Draymonds ups and downs - Jonathan Kumingas situation & the trade deadline for GSW - What are the Kings thinking about the deadline https://youtu.be/do8BNnbUtDk https://youtu.be/do8BNnbUtDk"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2009335261591949700)  2026-01-08T18:43Z 131.3K followers, 33.8K engagements


"Another awesome night in the NBA including: - Paolo Banchero one-upping Egor Demins late bucket to win in BK - Immanuel Quickley doing the same to LaMelo Ball in Charlotte - Tari Easons tip-in being *just* late - SGA saving OKC vs Utah Cant wait to see what tonight brings"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2009371758034288869)  2026-01-08T21:08Z 131.8K followers, 12K engagements


"TJ McConnell. Man. Pacers on the verge of their first win in a month thanks to a Pascal Siakam bucket and a TJ McConnell steal of the ensuing inbounds pass with [--] seconds to go"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2009452929766576184)  2026-01-09T02:31Z 131.8K followers, 20K engagements


"And naturally Ben Sheppard misses Indianas first free throw of the night. Hornets have the ball down [--] with [--] seconds to go. Charlotte trying to avoid a second brutal loss in as many nights while Indiana is hoping to snap a 13-game losing streak. TJ McConnell. Man. Pacers on the verge of their first win in a month thanks to a Pascal Siakam bucket and a TJ McConnell steal of the ensuing inbounds pass with [--] seconds to go. TJ McConnell. Man. Pacers on the verge of their first win in a month thanks to a Pascal Siakam bucket and a TJ McConnell steal of the ensuing inbounds pass with [--] seconds"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2009453443598147872)  2026-01-09T02:33Z 132.1K followers, 28.9K engagements


"Another awesome night of NBA basketball including: - Pascal Siakam snapping INDs month-long losing streak to give Rick Carlisle win 1k - Ants [--] getting him to 10k for his career in a MIN w - Lauri outdueling Cooper in SLC for a Jazz W Cant wait to see what tonight brings"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2009738103527793120)  2026-01-09T21:24Z 131.6K followers, 10.5K engagements


"And heres what Im watching across the NBA Friday: [--]. Can Denver continue its remarkable week with a home win over Atlanta [--]. Can Orlando get itself back on track with a home win over Philly [--]. Can Toronto move into a tie for third in the East with a win in Boston"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2009739945997378030)  2026-01-09T21:31Z 131.3K followers, [----] engagements


"Correction: Barrett's left foot landed on Sam Hauser's and he turned his ankle. RJ Barrett just went down awkwardly seemingly without contact and left the court and walked with a limp to the locker room though under his own power. RJ Barrett just went down awkwardly seemingly without contact and left the court and walked with a limp to the locker room though under his own power"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2009809225493647746)  2026-01-10T02:07Z 131.3K followers, 16.4K engagements


"Final: Celtics [---] Raptors [---] Boston remains alone in third in the East behind [--] from Payton Pritchard and [--] from Jaylen Brown against a Raptors team that was competitive without Scottie Barnes and Brandon Ingram but didn't have enough. Boston hosts San Antonio tomorrow"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2009811718793507212)  2026-01-10T02:17Z 131.4K followers, 17.5K engagements


"Another awesome night of NBA basketball including: - OKC coming back from [--] down to beat Memphis - Portland making it five in a row with a second win over Houston in three days - Phoenix shutting down Jalen Brunson late to beat New York. Cant wait to see what tonight brings"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2010068523142525411)  2026-01-10T19:17Z 131.3K followers, 10.9K engagements


"And heres what Im watching across the NBA Saturday: [--]. Can Boston make it [--] wins in [--] with a win over San Antonio [--]. Can the Pistons make it four in a row or will the Clips make it 9-2 over their last [--] [--]. How will Grant Williams look in his return from a torn ACL"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2010072293675020315)  2026-01-10T19:32Z 131.9K followers, 10.3K engagements


"It is very fun to watch Stephon Castle play defense"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2010163131029565637)  2026-01-11T01:33Z 131.9K followers, 15.4K engagements


"The NBA announced Dennis Schroder has been suspended for three games for "confronting and attempting to strike another player" in the hallway of Crypto dot com Arena after Sacramento's loss to the Lakers on Dec. 28"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2010167919486111934)  2026-01-11T01:52Z 131.6K followers, 13.2K engagements


"Two big-time pull-up jumpers from the midrange from Victor Wembanyama in the closing moments have just about wrapped this one up for the Spurs"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2010189132816146798)  2026-01-11T03:16Z 132K followers, 15.7K engagements


"New ESPN story: Jaylen Brown went in on the officiating after Saturday loss to the Spurs in an extended expletive-filled answer about a perceived lack of respect. But that didnt impact Browns ugly fourth quarter (1-for-9 [--] TOs) in Bostons loss. https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/47577711/celtics-jaylen-brown-rips-officiating-loss-spurs https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/47577711/celtics-jaylen-brown-rips-officiating-loss-spurs"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2010391498374942728)  2026-01-11T16:40Z 131.7K followers, 36.5K engagements


"Some very very very big time stuff by Tyrese Maxey down the stretch tonight in Toronto including a dagger [--] to put Philly up [--] with [----] to go. A win would move Philly into fourth in the East"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2010526333281894713)  2026-01-12T01:36Z 132K followers, 43.4K engagements


"What shouldve been a dagger [--] instead was a comedy of errors for Philly in the final [--] seconds as the Sixers failed to get the ball inbounds Toronto won two challenges made two buckets and now the game is headed to overtime. Some very very very big time stuff by Tyrese Maxey down the stretch tonight in Toronto including a dagger [--] to put Philly up [--] with [----] to go. A win would move Philly into fourth in the East. Some very very very big time stuff by Tyrese Maxey down the stretch tonight in Toronto including a dagger [--] to put Philly up [--] with [----] to go. A win would move Philly into fourth"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2010529554679603465)  2026-01-12T01:49Z 131.5K followers, 28.1K engagements


"VJ Edgecombe has made several incredible defensive plays late in regulation and overtime including stopping that last 3-on-1 drive by himself"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2010531234561105989)  2026-01-12T01:56Z 131.8K followers, 12.1K engagements


"This Raptors-Sixers game has been truly bonkers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2010533278835499365)  2026-01-12T02:04Z 131.6K followers, 38.6K engagements


"Another awesome day of NBA basketball including: - Anthony Edwards taking down Victor and the Spurs - Scottie Barnes capping off Torontos comeback against Philly - Denver getting yet another win without Nikola Jokic or Jamal Murray Cant wait to see what tonight brings"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2010841680899957024)  2026-01-12T22:29Z 131.5K followers, 14.7K engagements


"Heres what Im watching across the NBA Monday: [--]. Can Toronto sweep its back-to-back with Philly [--]. Can the Clippers make it [--] of [--] with a win over Charlotte [--]. Can Indiana make it three in a row with a win over Boston"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2010847420993708540)  2026-01-12T22:52Z 131.5K followers, 12.3K engagements


"Another awesome night of NBA basketball including: - Kyle Lowrys sendoff from Toronto in his final trip there of his 20-year career - Pascal Siakam giving Indiana a 3rd straight win - Utah bouncing back from a 55-point loss to win in CLE Cant wait to see what tonight brings"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2011173074444448113)  2026-01-13T20:26Z 131.8K followers, [----] engagements


"And heres what Im watching across the NBA Tuesday: [--]. Can OKC finally get a win against the Spurs [--]. Can Phoenix move up to 5th in the West with a win in Miami [--]. Can Atlanta make it four in a row with a win over the Lakers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2011174599871050044)  2026-01-13T20:32Z 132.2K followers, 10.1K engagements


"Another awesome night of NBA basketball Tuesday including: - OKC finally gets on the board versus SAS - Another awesome Jamal Murray game gives Denver another W without Nikola Jokic - Minnesota gets a win in Milwaukee without Rudy or Ant Cant wait to see what tonight brings"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2011559560591655142)  2026-01-14T22:02Z 132.4K followers, 11.3K engagements


"And heres what Im watching across the NBA Wednesday: [--]. Can Philly open up a pivotal stretch of home games with a win over Cleveland [--]. Can Denver get yet another win without Nikola Jokic in Dallas [--]. Can Indiana make it four straight with a win over Toronto"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2011560427998921148)  2026-01-14T22:05Z 132K followers, 10.9K engagements


"New ESPN story: I just submitted my All-Star starters ballot. But heres what I would do if I could pick both rosters fully from scratch. Heres who should be All-Stars this year why I made the picks I did and why I had to pick more than [--] players: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/47603790/nba-all-star-2026-roster-picks-starters-reserves-where-lebron-wemby-giannis https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/47603790/nba-all-star-2026-roster-picks-starters-reserves-where-lebron-wemby-giannis"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2011564203480592487)  2026-01-14T22:20Z 132.3K followers, 62.6K engagements


"Dominick Barlow who has had an outstanding year on a two-way deal for the Sixers took a hard fall and was down for a long time here early in the third quarter. He eventually was helped to his feet and then the locker room with assistance from a couple of teammates"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2011612677177819588)  2026-01-15T01:33Z 131.6K followers, 10.2K engagements


"Final: Cavs [---] Sixers [---] Really impressive performance for Cleveland and a very flat one from Philly as the Cavs bounce back from their rough showing against Utah Monday. The focus now though will be on the health of Darius Garland and Sam Merrill"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2011627184918868187)  2026-01-15T02:31Z 131.6K followers, [----] engagements


"And heres what I am watching across the NBA Thursday: [--]. Can Houston get back on track against OKC after a very rough shooting stretch [--]. How will the Bucks respond to Tuesdays ugly loss as they go to SA to face the Spurs [--]. How will the Utah-Dallas tankapalooza play out"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2011899884232962108)  2026-01-15T20:34Z 132.2K followers, 11.2K engagements


"Another awesome night of NBA basketball including: - Anthony Blacks insane dunk on four Grizzlies helps Orlando win in Berlin - Anfernee Simons [--] points fuel a 19-pt Celtics comeback in Miami - OKC makes it [--] straight by beating HOU Cant wait to see what tonight brings"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2012295359486152768)  2026-01-16T22:46Z 132.4K followers, 11.1K engagements


"And heres what Im watching across the NBA Friday: [--]. Can Philly bounce back from Wednesdays clunker in a rematch w/ Cleveland [--]. Can Houston finally snap out of its shooting slump vs. Minnesota [--]. Can the Kings make it four straight with Domantas Sabonis back vs. WASH"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2012301450458636729)  2026-01-16T23:10Z 132.3K followers, 10.6K engagements


"Another awesome night of NBA basketball including: - Jaylon Tysons career-high [--] points led Cleveland to a baseball sweep in Philly - Sacramento makes it four in a row after starting out 8-30 - LAC makes it [--] of [--] w/ a win in Toronto Cant wait to see what tonight brings"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2012580847384236297)  2026-01-17T17:40Z 131.9K followers, 13.6K engagements


"Halftime: Celtics [--] Hawks [--] Boston just put up a 52-point second quarter outscoring the Hawks in the entire first half in the second quarter alone. Jaylen Brown had [--] and Sam Hauser [--] for the Celtics"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2012700636798697648)  2026-01-18T01:36Z 132.6K followers, 11.5K engagements


"Another awesome night of NBA basketball including: - Miami beats OKC behind a late [--] from Andrew Wiggins - Anthony Edwards goes for [--] but Victors [--] comes with the win - Bostons 52-point quarter leads to a blowout W over Atlanta Cant wait to see what tonight brings"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2012920316201152866)  2026-01-18T16:09Z 132.8K followers, 15.5K engagements


"And heres what Im watching across the NBA Sunday: [--]. How will Ja Morant look in his return today in London [--]. Can the Lakers snap a 1-5 skid in their last [--] with a win over Toronto [--]. Can the Kings make it five in a row with a win over Portland"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2012928065605681576)  2026-01-18T16:40Z 132K followers, 11.2K engagements


"Another awesome night of NBA basketball Monday including: - Detroit edging Boston in the battle between the Easts top teams - Milwaukee avoiding blowing a 23-point lead to escape with a win in Atlanta - LAC making it [--] of [--] in DC Cant wait to see what tonight brings"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2013736975782510611)  2026-01-20T22:14Z 132.3K followers, 11.8K engagements


"Heres what Im watching across the NBA Wednesday: [--]. Can the Knicks get back on track at home against Brooklyn [--]. How will Ja look back in Memphis and can Atlanta snap its losing streak w/ a W [--]. Can Charlotte continue its improved play w/ a home win against Cleveland"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2014081998604697925)  2026-01-21T21:05Z 132.3K followers, [----] engagements


"I believe the Knicks have never won a game by more than [--] points in their long history (which they've done three times). They lead the Nets by [--] points with [----] seconds to go in what's been a much-needed night of levity at MSG"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2014167800420377083)  2026-01-22T02:46Z 132.9K followers, 18.8K engagements


"And Philly goes on to win anyway behind [--] and [--] from Maxey and [--] [--] and [--] from Joel Embiid in [--] () minutes. Embiid last played at least [--] minutes in Game [--] against the Knicks in the first round in [----]. We are headed to overtime here in Philly after a pretty obvious missed goaltend call in the dying seconds of regulation that wouldve given Tyrese Maxey a go-ahead bucket with a second to go. The crowd in here is very fired up. A goaltend cant be reviewed unless it is called. We are headed to overtime here in Philly after a pretty obvious missed goaltend call in the dying seconds of"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2014528915839082960)  2026-01-23T02:41Z 132.6K followers, 64K engagements


"And the last time Embiid played that many minutes in a regular season game was in December [----] against the Lakers. Pretty good sign for Philadelphia at the halfway mark of the season. And Philly goes on to win anyway behind [--] and [--] from Maxey and [--] [--] and [--] from Joel Embiid in [--] () minutes. Embiid last played at least [--] minutes in Game [--] against the Knicks in the first round in [----]. And Philly goes on to win anyway behind [--] and [--] from Maxey and [--] [--] and [--] from Joel Embiid in [--] () minutes. Embiid last played at least [--] minutes in Game [--] against the Knicks in the first round in"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2014529424494870996)  2026-01-23T02:43Z 132.6K followers, 35.6K engagements


"Another awesome night of NBA basketball including: - Hugo Gonzlezs [--] saving Bostons bacon in Brooklyn in a 2OT W - yet another win for the injury-ravaged Nuggets over the lifeless Bucks - New Orleans and Indy pull off rare road wins. Cant wait to see what tonight brings"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2015127477824176247)  2026-01-24T18:20Z 132.7K followers, [----] engagements


"My latest for our trade deadline buzz file: how an already historically quiet trade deadline may have become even quieter with the injury news on Giannis Antetokounmpo and Ja Morant across the last [--] hours: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/47191162/nba-buzz-latest-live-updates-trades-intel-league https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/47191162/nba-buzz-latest-live-updates-trades-intel-league"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2015132874366738697)  2026-01-24T18:41Z 132.7K followers, 48.8K engagements


"Mitchell Robinson also continues to be an absolute monster on the offensive glass no matter the opponent. Just a complete game-changer on a regular basis. Sixers have looked like their legs have caught up with them in the third quarter. Knicks moving around much better and have now outscored them 21-7 and opened up a 10-point lead. On a related note: sign me up for another series between these two teams. Would be lots of fun. Sixers have looked like their legs have caught up with them in the third quarter. Knicks moving around much better and have now outscored them 21-7 and opened up a"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2015180527364460668)  2026-01-24T21:50Z 132.7K followers, 26.9K engagements


"And again: this would be one hell of an entertaining playoff series if it comes around again in the spring. Just an absolutely incredible stretch of play from OG Anunoby to close this game out for the Knicks down the stretch at both ends. Really awesome stuff. Just an absolutely incredible stretch of play from OG Anunoby to close this game out for the Knicks down the stretch at both ends. Really awesome stuff"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2015190864272793869)  2026-01-24T22:31Z 132.7K followers, 21.3K engagements


"I just realized I said he was playing without a right foot. Meant without a right shoe obviously. Lopez is fine though"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/307661858209427456)  2013-03-02T01:21Z 127.6K followers, [--] engagements


"My bad on Deron's shoes; was typing it on my iPhone. It's the Nike HyperDisruptor. Thanks for those who corrected me"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/313462343755497472)  2013-03-18T01:30Z 127.6K followers, [--] engagements


"Told you all to follow if you want to make money RT @HowieKussoy: Howie Hoops picks Day [--] 11-1 so far via @NYPost http://t.co/zy30RIPrmv http://nyp.st/1kp6j9O http://nyp.st/1kp6j9O"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/444481821083201537)  2014-03-14T14:34Z 131.7K followers, [--] engagements


"@HowieKussoy @NYP_Terranova Good chance of it. Guess we will find out"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/444487252748808193)  2014-03-14T14:56Z 131.6K followers, [--] engagements


"Katie Couric Christie Brinkley and Dmitry Razumov all sitting courtside next to Nets bench tonight"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/454768589909032960)  2014-04-11T23:50Z 127.6K followers, [--] engagements


"My first round predictions: Indiana in 5; Miami in 5; Brooklyn in 6; Chicago in 7; San Antonio in 5; Memphis in 6; Clips in 5; Houston in 6"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/457533380679458816)  2014-04-19T14:57Z 127.6K followers, [--] engagements


"That should be a no call or a charge. Tough call on Draymond"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/459562382000680960)  2014-04-25T05:19Z 127.6K followers, [--] engagements


"Billy King downplaying importance of a minutes restriction: "If you don't drive your car you have less chance of getting into an accident.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/523151402055774209)  2014-10-17T16:39Z 127.6K followers, [--] engagements


"The thought of @NYPost_Berman and @Therealkiss sitting next to each other on a flight from NYC to Cleveland is about the greatest thing ever"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/527884045951442945)  2014-10-30T18:05Z 131.6K followers, [--] engagements


"NBA Commissioner Adam Silver calls for legalized sports betting in NYT op-ed. Believe that's called a game changer: http://t.co/QPUFOFDOQ1 http://www.nytimes.com/2014/11/14/opinion/nba-commissioner-adam-silver-legalize-sports-betting.html http://www.nytimes.com/2014/11/14/opinion/nba-commissioner-adam-silver-legalize-sports-betting.html"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/533058183414419456)  2014-11-14T00:45Z 127.6K followers, [--] engagements


"Tim Hardaway Jr. really needs to learn how to pass"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/533422263328968704)  2014-11-15T00:52Z 127.6K followers, [--] engagements


"Today was Kevin Garnett's first time speaking to media in two weeks. He ended it by cursing at a reporter for asking about being suspended"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/556124078428676097)  2015-01-16T16:21Z 131.8K followers, [--] engagements


"So the Heat Nets Hornets Pistons and Pacers all are dealing with significant injury issues while Celtics are trading everyone. The East"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/560864843411238913)  2015-01-29T18:19Z 131.6K followers, [--] engagements


"Don't get carried away RT @NYP_Terranova It's so bad I actually checked the standings to make sure Knicks were really dead. Update: They are"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/560866714519629824)  2015-01-29T18:26Z 131.8K followers, [--] engagements


"Anyway on a more fun topic there's no more important link you'll read today than betting choices from @HowieKussoy: http://t.co/WwYTct9qyP http://nyp.st/18Kdokd http://nyp.st/18Kdokd"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/578562683391328256)  2015-03-19T14:24Z 131.8K followers, [--] engagements


"Always amused by the people who think Draymond Green isn't worthy of a max contract. If you don't think he is you aren't signing anyone"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/591468670339010561)  2015-04-24T05:08Z 127.6K followers, [--] engagements


"Also the idea that Robin Lopez could be the subject of a bidding war between the Knicks and Lakers sums up where the two franchises are at"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/616776964922306560)  2015-07-03T01:14Z 127.6K followers, [---] engagements


"Some exciting news to announce: after [---] years at the New York Post I'm leaving to become the national NBA writer for The Washington Post"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/658710894923399168)  2015-10-26T18:24Z 132.9K followers, [---] engagements


"Just left Barclays Center for the last time as a beat writer. What a strange feeling. It's been one hell of a ride these past three years"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/662864585175793664)  2015-11-07T05:30Z 127.6K followers, [--] engagements


"Yes because that's comparable to keeping your starters in up [--] with a game on Monday. The same exact thing. https://x.com/digsportsdesk/status/716415880352161796 @TimBontemps - Glad you weren't on Secretariat https://x.com/digsportsdesk/status/716415880352161796 @TimBontemps - Glad you weren't on Secretariat"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/716418310536052736)  2016-04-03T00:13Z 127.6K followers, [--] engagements


"Final: Golden State [--] San Antonio [--]. The Warriors are now 72-9 and all that stand between them and history are the Memphis Grizzlies"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/719334795852017664)  2016-04-11T01:22Z 127.6K followers, [--] engagements


"Through nine minutes here in Oakland: Stephen Curry [--] Memphis Grizzlies 16"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/720448056131469315)  2016-04-14T03:06Z 127.6K followers, [--] engagements


"That seems like it's pretty good. https://x.com/mrmichaellee/status/725533175812743173 #warriors have outscored HOU by [--] pts over the last [--] minutes without Stephen Curry. https://x.com/mrmichaellee/status/725533175812743173 #warriors have outscored HOU by [--] pts over the last [--] minutes without Stephen Curry"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/725533357103144960)  2016-04-28T03:53Z 127.6K followers, [--] engagements


"Also: I think I just exhaled for the first time in [--] minutes. I've never been part of a game & an atmosphere like that. Absolutely amazing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/736769663753805824)  2016-05-29T04:02Z 127.6K followers, [--] engagements


"Draymond Green has been suspended for Game [--]. Assessed Flagrant [--] foul which triggers the suspension"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/742056078175657984)  2016-06-12T18:08Z 127.6K followers, [--] engagements


"Nope. He can't be at the arena. I imagine he won't be far away though. https://x.com/davidkli/status/742063727424462852 @TimBontemps He's still allowed to be in the building for the Warriors clincher on Monday night right https://x.com/davidkli/status/742063727424462852 @TimBontemps He's still allowed to be in the building for the Warriors clincher on Monday night right"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/742073300629610497)  2016-06-12T19:17Z 127.6K followers, [--] engagements


"Steve Kerr says Kevon Looney will get some extended minutes tonight. @SherwoodStrauss will be sure to be excited"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/784194825654444032)  2016-10-07T00:53Z 132.9K followers, [--] engagements


"And here we go . @ Chesapeake Energy Arena https://www.instagram.com/p/BQZLHYODYKU/ https://www.instagram.com/p/BQZLHYODYKU/"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/830591432939413505)  2017-02-12T01:36Z 127.6K followers, [--] engagements


"@DanWoikeSports @NBA @taniaganguli And what a game you get to come back to Dan"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/841058331951165440)  2017-03-12T22:48Z 132.9K followers, [--] engagements


"@taniaganguli @DanWoikeSports @NBA Always knew you were a wonderful person Tania. This is proof"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/841058627800641536)  2017-03-12T22:49Z 132.9K followers, [--] engagements


"Lakers win today means they no longer control their own destiny to get the No. [--] lottery spot. We'll see if that comes back to haunt them"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/848655945961881601)  2017-04-02T21:58Z 133K followers, [--] engagements


"Really excited about this: Ranked the top [--] players since the ABA/NBA merger. I'm sure everyone will agree w/ them. http://wapo.st/2qG2Snc http://wapo.st/2qG2Snc"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/869942364005158913)  2017-05-31T15:43Z 131.6K followers, [----] engagements


"@billoram @taniaganguli That's a difference"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/923658601587097600)  2017-10-26T21:12Z 132.9K followers, [--] engagements


"@taniaganguli I actually thought your tweet was a joke until I went and looked at the box score. Holy cow"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/954609407937007616)  2018-01-20T06:59Z 132.9K followers, [--] engagements


"It also feels inevitable that by the time this summer ends Carmelo Anthony will be a Laker"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/1013624791922692096)  2018-07-02T03:25Z 133.1K followers, [----] engagements


"Joel Embiid on trade rumors: "You just have to deal with them. . If the Warriors called and offered Steph and Klay for me do you think the Sixers would say no to that . I wouldn't say no to that.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1442513609561722883)  2021-09-27T15:36Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"And heres what Im watching across the NBA Tuesday: [--]. Can Phoenix make it three in a row in Philly [--]. How will the Spurs-Rockets showdown play out [--]. In the wake of Jimmy Butlers injury how will Golden State look and respond against Toronto"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2013738864825831783)  2026-01-20T22:22Z 133.1K followers, 11.3K engagements


"And heres what Im watching across the NBA Saturday: [--]. Can Philly keep building momentum or will NYK prove the Nets win wasnt a fluke [--]. Can GSW or Minnesota get itself on track [--]. Will the Cavs make it three in a row or will ORL bounce back from a blowout loss to CHA"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2015130589368594828)  2026-01-24T18:32Z 133.6K followers, 10.8K engagements


"The Hawks say Kristaps Porzingis will be re-evaluated in another week with his Achilles issue with Zaccharie Risacher is now day-to-day with the knee issue thats kept him out for the past couple weeks though hes out today against Indiana"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2015817386037846367)  2026-01-26T16:01Z 133.3K followers, 35.6K engagements


"Another awesome night of NBA basketball including: - two huge Scottie Barnes defensive plays giving OKC a 2nd straight home loss - a late 15-1 run gives NOLA a 2nd straight W beating SAS - LAC makes it [--] of [--] with a rout of Brooklyn Cant wait to see what tonight brings"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2015872080831480052)  2026-01-26T19:38Z 133K followers, 14.8K engagements


"The Sixers say Joel Embiid and Paul George are available to play tonight. Quentin Grimes had already been ruled out with a sprained ankle he suffered yesterday"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2016308472292200708)  2026-01-28T00:32Z 133.2K followers, 10.2K engagements


"And heres what Im watching across the NBA Wednesday: [--]. What will happen in what could be LeBrons last trip to Cleveland [--]. Will New York or Toronto be third in the East by the end of the night [--]. Will Victor Wembanyama get some revenge on Houston after last weeks loss"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2016636965609750590)  2026-01-28T22:18Z 133.2K followers, 11.1K engagements


"What an incredible play by Karl-Anthony Towns to get that offensive rebound and assist to Mikal Bridges. Now a 24-4 Knicks run that's completely flipped this game with Toronto around in the third quarter"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2016698537786945713)  2026-01-29T02:22Z 133.2K followers, 13.8K engagements


"Victor Wembanyama is back to attacking the rim and as a result a lot of good things are happening for San Antonio. [--] FGAs [--] 3PAs [--] FTAs That'll do just fine"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2016734053601300892)  2026-01-29T04:44Z 133.3K followers, 34.1K engagements


"And what an insane defensive possession against Kevin Durant by Stephon Castle. Wow. Victor Wembanyama is back to attacking the rim and as a result a lot of good things are happening for San Antonio. [--] FGAs [--] 3PAs [--] FTAs That'll do just fine. Victor Wembanyama is back to attacking the rim and as a result a lot of good things are happening for San Antonio. [--] FGAs [--] 3PAs [--] FTAs That'll do just fine"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2016734658411557187)  2026-01-29T04:46Z 133.3K followers, 25.3K engagements


"Another awesome night of NBA basketball including: - Victor Wembanyama and SAS getting revenge on HOU - Aaron Nesmiths block and layup gave Indiana a win over Chicago - Donovan Mitchell and Jaylon Tyson spoiled LeBrons Cleveland return Cant wait to see what tonight brings"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2017013727371939992)  2026-01-29T23:15Z 133.5K followers, 12.6K engagements


"And heres what Im watching across the NBA Thursday: [--]. Can Minnesota make it three in a row against the injury-depleted Thunder [--]. Can Detroit make it [--] of [--] with a win in Phoenix [--]. Can Charlotte make it five in a row against Dallas"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/2017017891707637884)  2026-01-29T23:31Z 133.4K followers, 11.1K engagements


"Here's the story to go with this poll which breaks down the state of the MVP race through a straw poll of [---] votes http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/sports/wp/2017/03/16/with-a-month-left-in-the-season-this-poll-shows-a-clear-favorite-for-nba-mvp/ http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/sports/wp/2017/03/16/with-a-month-left-in-the-season-this-poll-shows-a-clear-favorite-for-nba-mvp/"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/842433481791569924)  2017-03-16T17:52Z 133.1K followers, [--] engagements


"Steph Curry: I woke up to about [--] text messages from people"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/911708320724959232)  2017-09-23T21:46Z 133.1K followers, [--] engagements


"Wait the Lakers went 2-for-14 from the free throw line . and won https://x.com/taniaganguli/status/954608463480410113 Clarkson: The free throw line its like a virus or something. Reporter: You were the only one who made any free throws. Clarkson: Oh s---. https://x.com/taniaganguli/status/954608463480410113 Clarkson: The free throw line its like a virus or something. Reporter: You were the only one who made any free throws. Clarkson: Oh s---"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/954608758243520512)  2018-01-20T06:57Z 133K followers, [--] engagements


"The Mavericks winning tonight means one of the Great Tank Race of [----] combatants has finally lost to a team outside of those combatants. Their combined record is now 3-22. It was fun while it lasted. But you know what that means: time for a new streak"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/968349455283040257)  2018-02-27T04:57Z 133.1K followers, [--] engagements


"Not sure what is more surprising: this happening or UMBC beating Virginia. https://x.com/anthonyVslater/status/974851395877707776 Andre Iguodala and Quinn Cook combined in the first half: [--] points on 11/11 shooting. https://x.com/anthonyVslater/status/974851395877707776 Andre Iguodala and Quinn Cook combined in the first half: [--] points on 11/11 shooting"  
[X Link](https://x.com/TimBontemps/status/974851613700403200)  2018-03-17T03:35Z 133.1K followers, [--] engagements


"The Pelicans will get the following picks from the Lakers league sources tell ESPN: No. [--] pick in [----] Top-8 protected in [----] becomes unprotected in [--] Unprotected swap in [--] Unprotected first in [--] Unprotected swap in [--] Tremendous haul for David Griffin & the Pelicans"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1140085647543193601)  2019-06-16T02:36Z 135.6K followers, 27.9K engagements


"Kyrie Irving said he and Donovan Mitchell were playing Call of Duty this afternoon and that he knew Mitchell was locked in. Said hes happy Mitchell broke his Cavs record and that records are meant to be broken"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1610113765789552644)  2023-01-03T03:20Z 135.6K followers, 3.1M engagements


"Giannis Antetokounmpo: I hope I can give people around the world hope it can be done. My mom was selling stuff in the street and now Im sitting here at the top of the top. if I never sit at this table again Ill be fine with it"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1417705403635453957)  2021-07-21T04:38Z 135.6K followers, 14.2K engagements


"What the Knicks did tonight: NYK trades 11th pick to OKC OKC trades [--] firsts (23 DEN DET WASH) to NYK NYK then trades [--] DEN [--] seconds to CHA for 13th pick NYK then trade 13th pick & Kemba Walker to DET for MKE's [--] first NYK trades [--] Kemba [--] 2nds & gets [--] future 1sts"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1540169601379598337)  2022-06-24T03:07Z 135.6K followers, 15.4K engagements


"Kemba Walker on @notthefakeSVP "I gave that organization every single thing I could give them. Now it's about competing at the highest level & we all know Boston is doing that year in & year out. I want to be part of something special in terms of competing at the highest level""  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1145528504068575235)  2019-07-01T03:04Z 135.6K followers, 13.9K engagements


"Nick Nurse said in the locker room after Game [--] he told the team they just had to get one of the two games in Oakland. Nurse said Kawhi Leonard responded (expletive) that. Lets get them both"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1138224740261400576)  2019-06-10T23:21Z 135.6K followers, 13.9K engagements


"Giannis Antetokounmpo on Kevin Durant: "He's the best player in the world right now.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1405009637125115906)  2021-06-16T03:49Z 135.6K followers, 15.1K engagements


"It remains utterly incomprehensible that Luka Doncic was traded"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1984466990610989209)  2025-11-01T03:46Z 135.6K followers, 572K engagements


"The NBA announces Devin Booker will replace Anthony Davis in the All-Star Game next month"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1364722041518178305)  2021-02-24T23:41Z 135.6K followers, 12.9K engagements


"If the Lakers are playing the Warriors in the play-in tournament I suspect whoever came up with it will get a raise instead. LeBron James on the play-in tournament: "Whoever came up with that s--- needs to be fired" LeBron James on the play-in tournament: "Whoever came up with that s--- needs to be fired""  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1389087336370212864)  2021-05-03T05:20Z 135.6K followers, 11.6K engagements


"LeBron James on the play-in tournament: "Whoever came up with that s--- needs to be fired""  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1389085329391452160)  2021-05-03T05:12Z 366K followers, 21.9K engagements


"The NBA is so much better this year than last simply by having Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry healthy and doing what they do again"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1351404099011547137)  2021-01-19T05:40Z 135.6K followers, 11.4K engagements


"Sad news on this Christmas: Celtics legend KC Jones has died. Jones a college teammate of Bill Russell at the University of San Francisco where they won two NCAA titles won [--] NBA championships [--] with Boston: eight as a player one as an assistant and two as a head coach"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1342554256293957636)  2020-12-25T19:34Z 135.6K followers, 11.7K engagements


"Doc Rivers on the crowd support from fans at Wells Fargo Center today: "I can't believe that was [-----] [-----] people. There's no way. I think we're counting like the Republicans because it felt like [-----] people in the stands. They were amazing.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1396558065504342023)  2021-05-23T20:06Z 135.6K followers, 10K engagements


"Anthony Davis is asked about the Boston Celtics not being on his list. They are on my list"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1096802063315546112)  2019-02-16T16:02Z 135.6K followers, 13.1K engagements


"According to ESPN Research and @bball_ref that Aaron Gordon dunk is the first ever game-winning buzzer-beating dunk in NBA postseason history"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1916302867406667936)  2025-04-27T01:26Z 135.6K followers, 1.7M engagements


"Karl-Anthony Towns thanked the NBA for allowing him to wear his mom's chain during the 3-point contest an exception to the rule that didn't allow them to wear any jewelry during the competition"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1495232391635419148)  2022-02-20T03:02Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Michael Malones shirt honoring Nikola Jokics MVP award with all the criticisms hes heard along the way:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1402430648770498560)  2021-06-09T01:01Z 135.4K followers, [----] engagements


"The 76ers plan to file a grievance with the NBA over the officiating across the first two games of this series a team spokesperson told ESPN"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1782607497901064202)  2024-04-23T03:08Z 135.6K followers, 5.4M engagements


"The NBA has made this a clear point of emphasis heading into the season. Steph not getting a call like this is at least an early sign that its going to stick. NOT THIS YEAR. goodbye jumping into the defender fouls. https://t.co/FW47gdk0rl NOT THIS YEAR. goodbye jumping into the defender fouls. https://t.co/FW47gdk0rl"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1445236150407516163)  2021-10-05T03:55Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"NOT THIS YEAR. goodbye jumping into the defender fouls"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1445214530049478663)  2021-10-05T02:29Z 1.1M followers, 101K engagements


"Daryl Morey says Doc Rivers will be back as coach next season"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1525181375997005825)  2022-05-13T18:29Z 135.6K followers, 12.1K engagements


"The Celtics and Heat just issued this joint statement:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1346980285322129414)  2021-01-07T00:41Z 135.4K followers, [----] engagements


"Tyrese Maxey said he was watching Sixers-Raptors in [----] as a senior in high school. Says he remembered watching Kawhi Leonards shot and the aftermath of it and that he saw how much winning meant to Joel Embiid"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1516813709422870549)  2022-04-20T16:19Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"The NBA has officially denied Andrew Wiggins request to get a religious exemption for the COVID-19 vaccine"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1441550049725480961)  2021-09-24T23:48Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Bob Myers says Kevin Durant has an Achilles injury. MRI tomorrow. Myers is holding back tears as he speaks"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1138297946821124096)  2019-06-11T04:12Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"The NBA just released a statement saying David Stern has "suffered a sudden brain hemorrhage earlier today for which he underwent emergency surgery. Our thoughts and prayers are with David and his family"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1205326687191388160)  2019-12-13T03:20Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Larry Bird has issued a statement about the passing of his teammate on the [----] champion Celtics and longtime friend Bill Walton:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1795234491230740898)  2024-05-27T23:23Z 135.6K followers, 990.6K engagements


"Giannis Antetokounmpo: [--] points [--] rebounds [--] assists five blocks in [--] minutes. Absolutely dominant performance. And because of it the Bucks are about to clinch homecourt throughout the NBA playoffs"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1113994436818755585)  2019-04-05T02:39Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Doc Rivers says the plan is for at least two of James Harden Joel Embiid Tobias Harris and Tyrese Maxey to be out on the court at all times to ensure Philadelphia has consistent offensive threats out there at all times"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1496997106564964352)  2022-02-24T23:54Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"The Jazz just released this statement:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1237927046975717378)  2020-03-12T02:23Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"The Sixers say James Harden is out through the All-Star break as he continues to rehabilitate his left hamstring and that he wont play in the All-Star Game"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1493276833663664130)  2022-02-14T17:31Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"The Clippers announced that NBA legend Jerry West passed away this morning at the age of 86"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1800886278009057742)  2024-06-12T13:42Z 135.6K followers, 1.6M engagements


"Full Team USA roster: Guards: Jalen Brunson Anthony Edwards Tyrese Haliburton Austin Reaves Forwards: Paolo Banchero Mikal Bridges Josh Hart Brandon Ingram Jaren Jackson Jr. Cam Johnson Centers: Walker Kessler Bobby Portis New York Knicks G Josh Hart has committed to the final roster spot on the 12-man Team USA FIBA World Cup team this summer in the Philippines sources tell ESPN. He joins his Knicks teammate Jalen Brunson on the American team. New York Knicks G Josh Hart has committed to the final roster spot on the 12-man Team USA FIBA World Cup team this summer in the Philippines sources"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1675589305761144835)  2023-07-02T19:36Z 135.6K followers, 4.8M engagements


"New York Knicks G Josh Hart has committed to the final roster spot on the 12-man Team USA FIBA World Cup team this summer in the Philippines sources tell ESPN. He joins his Knicks teammate Jalen Brunson on the American team"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1675588586719019010)  2023-07-02T19:33Z 6.4M followers, 6.6M engagements


"Bol Bol has officially made his NBA debut -- and scores on his first shot attempt"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1289619778982653952)  2020-08-01T17:51Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Trae Young on what it takes to advance in the playoffs: This shit is as hard as hell"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1411533177185869824)  2021-07-04T03:51Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Jackie MacMullan on Kobe Bryant including thoughts from Michael Jordan Charles Barkley and Jerry West on his passing - plus Kobe helping her learn how to text: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/28569694/remembering-kobe-bryant-relentless-curious-infinitely-complicated https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/28569694/remembering-kobe-bryant-relentless-curious-infinitely-complicated"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1221631449931173888)  2020-01-27T03:10Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Joel Embiid exits the game with 1:22 remaining. [--] points on 24-for-41 shooting. Embiid has passed Wilt Chamberlain for the all-time 76ers franchise record in points in a single game"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1749619971406061690)  2024-01-23T02:28Z 135.6K followers, 1.1M engagements


"Dwight Howard said Doc Rivers was the only coach to call and recruit him directly during free agency. He said that locked him in on coming to the Sixers and he said talking to Rajon Rondo helped him get an appreciation for what playing for Rivers would be like"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1331709424847761422)  2020-11-25T21:20Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Jayson Tatum with a smile on Ime Udoka: Hes a much better coach than he was a basketball player and I think he knows that"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1533190058315960320)  2022-06-04T20:52Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Donovan Mitchell is playing like someone who remembers Luke Kennard was taken a spot before him back in the [----] draft"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1402487279113830401)  2021-06-09T04:46Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"The Celtics say Kemba Walker has been released to re-join the team after being evaluated at a local hospital. He will be re-evaluated tomorrow"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1198136857470685184)  2019-11-23T07:11Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"It was just announced on TNT that Chris Paul has a right thumb avulsion fracture and will be re-evaluated in 6-8 weeks. The regular season ends seven weeks from today"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1495561946845917184)  2022-02-21T00:52Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"New ESPN story: Adam Silver spent months stressing how Sundays All-Star Game needed to be better than last year. Saturday he declared it would be. But it turned out Silver was wrong and his frustration was plain to see postgame. So what now https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/39556264/nba-again-left-seeking-solutions-another-uncompetitive-all-star-game https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/39556264/nba-again-left-seeking-solutions-another-uncompetitive-all-star-game"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1759584554241737017)  2024-02-19T14:23Z 135.6K followers, 2.6M engagements


"The NBA's salary cap for the 2022-23 season is projected to come in at roughly $123.6 million sources told ESPN. That is an $11.6 million increase from last year's salary cap figure of $112 million"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1542189350179463168)  2022-06-29T16:52Z 135.4K followers, [----] engagements


"Victor Wembanyama said the Team Spurs plan for the Skills competition which wound up getting them disqualified was his idea"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1890941487220711528)  2025-02-16T01:49Z 135.6K followers, 2.4M engagements


"The NBA has been around for [--] seasons. The Celtics & Lakers have won [--] of the titles. Five teams have combined to win [--]. Eight have combined to win [--] of them. Its amusing to act like this is the only time a team has dominated the NBA. Its the common thread of NBA history"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1014003181657837568)  2018-07-03T04:29Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"The Knicks have agreed to a deal with free agent guard Dwayne Bacon sources tell ESPN. Bacon averaged [----] points per game while playing all [--] games last season with the Orlando Magic"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1424862447991615511)  2021-08-09T22:37Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"I can concur on this. I have never seen so many team executives not involved in this trade stunned. I have never seen so many team executives not involved in this trade stunned"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1885929982049833425)  2025-02-02T05:55Z 135.6K followers, 200.1K engagements


"I have never seen so many team executives not involved in this trade stunned"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1885929906476871773)  2025-02-02T05:55Z 319K followers, 2.1M engagements


"The NBA is expected to move up the start of its annual moratorium from midnight on July [--] to 6pm on June [--] sources told ESPN. The move will shift the league away from an antiquated system by allowing teams to start talking to players at a reasonable hour"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1128675766168956930)  2019-05-15T14:57Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Kenny Smith just said he doesn't feel equipped to be on Inside The NBA tonight and standing in solidarity with the players who chose not to play today just walked off the set"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1298750921648803840)  2020-08-26T22:35Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Adam Silver says what Jontay Porter is accused of is a cardinal sin and that punishment for it could go up to banishment from the league"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1778134267660476438)  2024-04-10T18:53Z 135.6K followers, 4.1M engagements


"With the Celtics up [--] in the fourth quarter heres what the East playoffs are headed toward: [--]. Heat vs. 8th [--]. Celtics vs. 7th [--]. Bucks vs. [--]. Bulls [--]. 76ers vs. [--]. Raptors Nets host Cavs Tuesday for 7th. Hawks host Hornets in the 9-10 game Wednesday. And away we go"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1513322944839110657)  2022-04-11T01:08Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Nick Nurse on his late exchange with Joel Embiid: (Embiid) said Im gonna keep making all my free throws if you keep fouling me and I said Well you might have to"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1516239010179555329)  2022-04-19T02:15Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"According to @ESPNStatsInfo that Ben Simmons 22-footer is the longest made shot of his entire career"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1077725436879216640)  2018-12-26T00:39Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"The Suns say Chris Paul remains in the leagues health and safety protocols. Phoenix begins the Western Conference Finals tomorrow afternoon at home against the Clippers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1406320907774222339)  2021-06-19T18:40Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Joel Embiid on Russell Westbrook: I dont know why he was mad . but hes always in his feelings"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1086780511543091201)  2019-01-20T00:20Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Anthony Davis requesting a trade as @wojespn has reported gives teams other than Boston a chance to get involved before the trade deadline while Boston cant because it already traded for Kyrie Irving while on a Rose rule deal. Celtics arguably can offer the best deal for him"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1089860366883057664)  2019-01-28T12:18Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"The Nets say Kyrie Irving is out again tomorrow"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1348753695756988422)  2021-01-11T22:08Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Lets spend less time worrying about problems for small markets and more fixing the dunk contest"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1096974928631472128)  2019-02-17T03:29Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Last year Boston and Charlotte came to a sign-and-trade agreement to swap Kemba Walker and Terry Rozier. Charlotte will now have to make some room available to sign Hayward and would make sense for Boston to get something out of the deal"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1330220193663098881)  2020-11-21T18:43Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Giannis Antetokounmpo: Hopefully we can learn from this and get better as a team . come back and hopefully build a culture in Milwaukee for many years that we can come out here and compete every single year for a championship"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1303523949909880833)  2020-09-09T02:41Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Elton Brand on his first few months in his new role: "Its a lot of stress. I would tell parents dont let your kids grow up to be general managers.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1093892115770327041)  2019-02-08T15:19Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"The draft lottery isn't rigged. I've sat and watched the ping pong balls come out. There's no rigging it. Rather than saying that I do think a fair thing to wonder is if the new rules have helped or if they've created more problems than they've solved. Today didn't help that. @TimBontemps proof its RIGGED bro @TimBontemps proof its RIGGED bro"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1922094044802334767)  2025-05-13T00:58Z 135.6K followers, 752.6K engagements


"@TimBontemps proof its RIGGED bro"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1922089378634997874)  2025-05-13T00:39Z [---] followers, 660.4K engagements


"The NBA and NBPA have put out the following joint statement about play resuming Saturday along with initiatives the players and league will work on together:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1299386010489499652)  2020-08-28T16:39Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Doc Rivers on todays events: I will say it because I dont think a lot of people want to. Can you imagine today if those were all black people storming the Capitol and what would have happened That to me is a picture thats worth a thousand words for all of us to see"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1346945956936343554)  2021-01-06T22:25Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Milwaukee Bucks All-Star forward Khris Middleton underwent surgery to repair a torn ligament in his left wrist in early July and is expected to be fully recovered to return sometime near the start of the regular season sources told @wojespn and me"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1547012098395254785)  2022-07-13T00:16Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"With Miami losing again tonight the top three seeds in the East all have [--] losses and the Celtics are fourth with [--]. Seeds 5-7 in the East are also separated by one loss. Throw in the play-in tournament uncertainty and it's going to be a wild final two weeks of the season"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1507547031363072004)  2022-03-26T02:36Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"The NBA announced Rudy Gobert has been fined $100000 for his actions towards and comments about the officials during and after Fridays loss to Cleveland"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1766887264833941582)  2024-03-10T18:02Z 135.6K followers, 4.2M engagements


"A league source confirms to ESPN that the fan who allegedly threw the water bottle at Kyrie Irving has been arrested"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1399192523457896450)  2021-05-31T02:34Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"As part of the announcement the Celtics also say Mazzulla has received a contract extension. The Celtics have announced Joe Mazzulla has been named the teams permanent head coach. The Celtics have announced Joe Mazzulla has been named the teams permanent head coach"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1626235495746539524)  2023-02-16T15:02Z 135.6K followers, 2.1M engagements


"The Celtics have announced Joe Mazzulla has been named the teams permanent head coach"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1626234892752408585)  2023-02-16T14:59Z 135.6K followers, 2.4M engagements


"It is [--] years in and Stephen Curry still changes the court like nobody else ever has. Incredible"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1981581119066714267)  2025-10-24T04:38Z 135.6K followers, 68.4K engagements


"It appears Marcus Smart just had his shoulder pop out. He went into the lane and got grabbed by Jevon Carter. Smart immediately called to the bench and went to the locker room with the help of a trainer and appeared unable to move his right arm"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1520827406118010882)  2022-05-01T18:08Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"The Celtics say Jaylen Brown is out for the rest of the season with a torn ligament in his wrist. Devastating news for Boston and all but ends any hopes the Celtics have of doing anything in the playoffs"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1391876504422948868)  2021-05-10T22:03Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Back in January Kawhi Leonard was booed in San Antonio. Tonight he was celebrated in Toronto. In between he changed the NBA. https://es.pn/2PbXOGA https://es.pn/2PbXOGA"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1204985727282503680)  2019-12-12T04:45Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements


"New ESPN story: Hawks CEO @SteveKoonin has a radical idea to remake the NBA schedule: move it back by two months. "Let football have its time" he said. "Let's have our time and let's go after it." https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/28852950/hawks-steve-koonin-says-starting-nba-season-december-help-ratings https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/28852950/hawks-steve-koonin-says-starting-nba-season-december-help-ratings"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1236098483301617664)  2020-03-07T01:16Z 135.6K followers, [----] engagements

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