#nba all-time assists leaders

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Team USA Men's Basketball Clinches 17th Olympic Gold Medal Victory

In a thrilling final at the Paris Olympics, Team USA Men's Basketball secured its fifth consecutive—and 17th overall—Olympic gold medal in the Men’s 5x5 Basketball Final.

Boasting a star-studded roster of 12 NBA All-Stars, including four MVPs and six NBA champions, Team USA was primed for success from the outset. Leading the charge was Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant, a three-time Olympic gold medalist and the all-time Olympic points leader for Team USA. Durant delivered a strong performance in the final, contributing 15 points, 4 assists, and 4 rebounds. Reflecting on the journey, Durant said, "Set a goal and work every day for it until you achieve it."

Making his first Olympic appearance since 2012, Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James played a pivotal role in guiding Team USA to victory throughout the Games. James, who posted 14 points, 10 assists, and 6 rebounds in the final, emphasized the importance of hard work, stating, "Nothing is given. Everything is earned. As long as I'm out there on the floor, I'm trying to be the greatest ever."

Nike, the leading advocate for athletes and sports, has always prioritized listening to the voice of the athlete. This commitment is exemplified by the LeBron James Innovation Center, home to the Nike Sports Research Lab (NSRL), where insights from elite and everyday athletes shape the future of sports.

In the lead-up to the Olympics, Team USA participated in the USA Basketball Showcase, demonstrating their dominance and teamwork. Kevin Durant and his Phoenix Suns teammate, Nike signature athlete Devin Booker, who was also part of the gold-medal-winning team in Tokyo, were key contributors. Booker, reflecting on his drive, said, "I play to be the best."

Nike Basketball continues to elevate the game globally. Since 2004, Nike signature athletes like LeBron and KD have visited over 20 cities across Greater China to promote grassroots basketball, inspiring and nurturing the next generation of players in local communities.

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Tkachuk feels connection to Jimmy Butler: ‘We both play the game with very high emotion’

Miami Herald article by David Wilson 

Matthew Tkachuk is one of the fiercest, most ferocious competitors in the NHL, so there was some appreciation when he saw the pictures of Jimmy Butler, one of the fiercest competitors in the NBA, wearing his jersey during a workout Thursday in Massachusetts. 

The similarities — not just between the parallel postseason runs of the Florida Panthers and Heat as No. 8 seeds in the Eastern Conference, but also play style and attitudes of their two star forwards — are Tkachuk does feel some level of connection to Butler. 

“We both play the game with very high emotion,” the superstar right wing said before the Panthers faced the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference finals Saturday at PNC Arena. 

The pictures of Butler in Tkachuk’s jersey were a hit in Florida’s locker room and Tkachuk, who admits he hasn’t “paid attention too much” to all the specifics of Miami’s season because of how often the team’s games overlap, made sure to watch as much of Game 2 of the NBA’s Eastern Conference finals Friday. 

What he saw was Butler distilled down to his purest form. The 33-year-old forward scored 27 points, grabbed eight rebounds, dished out six assists, nabbed three steals, blocked two shots and got into a forehead-to-forehead shouting match with Celtics forward Grant Williams in the fourth quarter of the Heat’s 111-106 win in Boston.

It all felt pretty similar to what Tkachuk did to the Presidents’ Trophy-winning Bruins last month in the first round of the 2023 Stanley Cup playoffs. The 25-year-old winger had five goals, six assists, four power-play points, 22 shots, a plus-minus of plus-5, 20 hits and two blocked shots, and assisted on the series-winning overtime goal in Game 7 to finish off a historic upset in Boston.

Less than three weeks later, Tkachuk delivered another historic moment in Game 1 of the NHL’s East finals, scoring a game-winning goal to beat the Hurricanes in the sixth longest game in NHL history early Friday in Raleigh, North Carolina, just barely 21 hours before Butler’s show at TD Garden.

“They’re in a very similar spot as us. They’re like the underdogs and going into each series, and kind of just believing in their team. And he’s one of the leaders in that and kind of like the emotional leader,” Tkachuk said. “I love watching him play, especially more being down in Florida, seeing him more than I ever have. I’m very impressed with him. He’s a gamer. He’s pretty dialed in with what he’s done these playoffs. Last night was a big example. That was fun to watch.”

As a child, Tkachuk looked up to NHL stars like Penguins center Sidney Crosby and Rangers left wing Patrick Kane, who was a superstar for the Blackhawks back then, and also Baseball Hall of Fame first baseman David Ortiz because he rooted for the Red Sox. He loved how Ortiz thrived in clutch moments and tries to emulate it. 

He did a pretty good job to kick of the NHL Conference Finals earlier this week. 

“You want to be that guy at big moments,” Tkachuk said. “Jimmy and David Ortiz are two of the best at that. It was cool seeing Jimmy wearing my jersey. The guys got a big kick out of it.”

Tkachuk has one other connection to the Heat-Celtics series: He went to high school outside St. Louis with Boston superstar Jayson Tatum and they still keep in touch. 

The last time they talked, he said, was before Game 7 of Round 1, right before Tkachuk and the Panthers eliminated Boston with Tatum in attendance.

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TOP 10 NBA ALL-TIME PLAYOFFS ASSISTS LEADERS OF NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION

Magic Johnson - 2,346

LeBron James - 1,919

John Stockton - 1,839

Jason Kidd - 1,263

Chris Paul - 1,181

Tony Parker - 1,143

Rajon Rondo - 1,136

Larry Bird - 1,062

Steve Nash - 1,061

Scottie Pippen - 1,048

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Daron Oshay "Mookie" Blaylock (born March 20, 1967) is an American former professional basketball player. He spent 13 years in the National Basketball Association (NBA) with the New Jersey Nets, Atlanta Hawks, and the Golden State Warriors. A 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) push-and-pass point guard, Blaylock was rated among the best defensive stoppers in the game. The former Garland High School, Midland College (where he earned NJCAA All American honors in 1987 , and University of Oklahoma star is most highly regarded for his quick hands and a ball hawking defensive style that produced more than 200 steals in a season five times and two NBA All-Defensive first-team selections. He was also a capable outside shooter, a fine passer who generally ranked among the league's assist leaders, and a durable instigator of the fast break. In 1988, he helped to lead the Sooners to the NCAA title game.

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Friday, January 20, 2022 Canadian TV Listings (Times Eastern)

WHERE CAN I FIND THOSE PREMIERES?: SHAPE ISLAND (Apple TV +) TRUTH BE TOLD (Apple TV +) THE ASSISTANT (TUBI) REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER (HBO Canada) 10:00pm DARCY & STACY STRIKE BACK (TLC Canada) 11:00pm WHAT IS NOT PREMIERING IN CANADA TONIGHT? CRISS ANGEL'S MAGIC WITH THE STARS (CW Feed) PENN & TELLER: FOOL US (CW Feed) KINDRED SPIRITS (TBD - DTour) THE REAL FRIENDS OF WEHO (TBD - MTV Canada)

NEW TO AMAZON PRIME CANADA/CBC GEM/CRAVE TV/DISNEY + STAR/NETFLIX CANADA:

AMAZON PRIME CANADA DETECTIVE KNIGHT: INDEPENDENCE THE LEGEND OF VOX MACHINE (Season 2) MARQUERITE VOLANT (Season 1)

CBC GEM HAMMER

CRAVE TV THE AFTERMATH AMBULANCE THE BACK-UP PLAN BEGINNERS THE BREAK-UP DINE YOUR SIGN: SUMMER FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS INDIAN HORSE THE IRON LADY IT’S COMPLICATED JUST FOR LAUGHS 2022: THE GALA SPECIALS PATTON OSWALT THE KING’S DAUGHTER LIE WITH ME MIDNIGHT RUN MIRROR MIRROR MONSIEUR LAHAR OLDBOY (2003) RIDICULOUSNESS (Season 27) SIESTA KEY: MIAMI MOVES (Season 5)

DISNEY + STAR THE HEIR: THE FREESTYLE DYNASTY/EL HEREDERO: LA DINASTIA DEL FREESTYLE (Season 1 premiere)

NETFLIX CANADA BAKE SQUAD (Season 2) BLING EMPIRE: NEW YORK FAUDA (Season 4) MISSION MAJNU REPRESENT SAHMARAN SHANTY TOWN

AUSTRALIAN OPEN TENNIS (TSN) 7:00pm: Early Round Coverage Day #6 (TSN4) 9:00pm: Early Round Coverage Day #6

NHL HOCKEY (TSN5) 7:00pm: Sens vs. Penguins (SNPacific) 10:00pm: Avalanche vs. Canucks

CHL HOCKEY (TSN3) 7:30pm: Peterborough Petes vs. Guelph Storm

NBA BASKETBALL   (SN/SN1) 7:30pm: Heat vs. Mavericks (TSN2) 7:30pm: Warriors vs. Cavaliers (SN1) 10:00pm: Grizzlies vs. Lakers

MARKETPLACE (CBC) 8:00pm: Busting Miracle Cures: Hidden Camera Investigation: Investigating the “Doc of Detox” who promises to cure serious ailments with his supplements & specialized devices. We reveal the false claims & speak to those who regret subscribing to his treatment.

STUFF THE BRITISH STOLE (CBC) 8:30pm: Sign a deal with Queen Victoria or face disease and devastation? That was a choice facing one of Canada’s proudest leaders. But did the British forces then literally steal the shirt from his back?

THE NATURE OF THINGS (CBC) 9:00pm: Science & Cannabis: Is cannabis a medical cure-all or snake oil? Scientists distinguish the medicine from the myths.

TRANSPLANT (CTV) 9:00pm: A software glitch takes down the emergency department; Bash explores new terrain; Mags searches for a new cardiologist; June is fed up with her bosses; Theo attempts a stable dating life.

THE PROOF IS OUT THERE (History Canada) 9:00pm (SEASON PREMIERE):  Reports of a dinosaur living in the African Congo, strange lights above the Hessdalen Valley in Norway, a 12-year-old girl in Russia with superhuman strength, and proof of an alien structure on an asteroid.

OLDBOY (2003) (Crave) 9:00pm:  A vengeful man (Choi Min-sik) must unlock the mystery behind his 15-year-imprisonment by unseen jailers.

CRIME BEAT (Global) 10:00pm: The Wrongful Confession

THE SUICIDE TEXTS: THE FRIENDS SPEAK (Super Channel Fuse)  10:00pm: The case of Michelle Carter and Conrad Roy, who met during a chance encounter while on vacation and immediately connected through their struggles with mental health; over time, Michelle helped Conrad prepare and execute his suicide.

TERROR TRAIN 2 (Crave) 11:05pm: Alana is coerced to join the Magician and other survivors on a New Year's Eve redemption ride aboard the now infamous Terror Train, where a new kind of evil awaits. Once again, the terrified passengers must fight to survive.

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Russell Westbrook III (November 12, 1988) is a basketball player for the Denver Nuggets. A point guard, he made his NBA debut in 2008 and became a star as a member of the Oklahoma City Thunder. He has played for six NBA teams. Oklahoma Thunder (2008-19), Houston Rockets (2019-20), Washington Wizards (2020-21), Los Angeles Lakers (2021-23), Los Angeles Clippers (2023) and Denver Nuggets (2024).

He played for the UCLA Bruins and earned third-team all-conference honors in the Pac-10. He was selected with the fourth overall pick in the 2008 NBA draft by the Seattle SuperSonics, who relocated to Oklahoma City that same week.

A member of the NBA 75th Anniversary Team, he is a nine-time NBA All-Star and earned the NBA Most MVP for the 2016–17 season. He is a nine-time All-NBA Team member; a two-time NBA scoring leader, having led the league in 2014–15 and 2016–17; a three-time NBA assists leader; and a back-to-back NBA All-Star Game MVP. He is one of two players in NBA history to average a triple-double for a season. He has achieved that feat four times and is the all-time NBA leader in career triple-doubles. He has represented the United States national team twice, winning gold medals in the 2010 FIBA World Championship and the 2012 Olympics.

He was born in Long Beach, California to Russell Westbrook Jr. and Shannon Horton. He has a younger brother named Raynard. Growing up in Hawthorne, he and his best friend Khelcey Barrs III had hopes of going to UCLA and playing together. At age 16, Barrs was known to have excellent basketball skills and received college scholarship offers. In May 2004, he died from an enlarged heart during a pick-up game. After Barrs’ death, he never fails to wear a KB3 wristband in loving memory of his best friend. #africanhistory365 #africanexcellence

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Nikola Jokic Is Already A Top 5 Center Of All Time

Nikola Jokic, at just 29 years old, is already an NBA champion and a finals MVP, 6x All-Star, 6x All-NBA, 2023 Western Conference Finals MVP, and 3x MVP. This season, Nikola Jokic became the ninth player in NBA history to win at least three MVP awards. He joins Kareem Abdul Jabbar(6), Michael Jordan (5), Lebron James (4), Wilt Chamberlain (4), Larry Bird (3), Magic Johnson (3), and Moses Malone (3). This is an elite group of players to be a part of. Jokic is already second all-time in assists for centers with 4,667, with only Kareem above him at 5,660. Regarding assists per game for a center, Nikola Jokic has six of the top ten assists per game season averages for a center, with him occupying the first spot with 9.8 assists per game that he averaged in the 2022-23 season. Jokic is also the all-time center assists per-game leader for a career with 6.9. One of his most impressive stat lines is his placement all-time in career triple-doubles. Jokic is fourth all-time with 130 triple-doubles, but this feat is more impressive because he has played fewer games than anyone in the top 25.

One of Jokic's no-look passes

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Chris Paul: The Point God of Basketball

Few players have shaped the game of basketball like Chris Paul. Known as the “Point God,” Paul has been the epitome of what a floor general should be for over a decade. His extraordinary court vision, leadership, and ability to elevate any team he plays for has made him one of the most respected point guards in NBA history.

With a career that has spanned almost two decades, Paul’s journey from a young phenom to a future Hall of Famer has been marked by consistency, excellence, and a relentless pursuit of greatness. Whether he’s orchestrating plays, sinking clutch shots, or mentoring younger players, Paul’s impact on the game is undeniable.

Early Life and College Stardom

Chris Paul was born on May 6, 1985, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. From a young age, Paul’s basketball talents were clear. He attended West Forsyth High School, where he quickly made a name for himself as one of the best players in the state. His speed, basketball IQ, and natural leadership abilities set him apart, earning him national attention.

Paul’s college career at Wake Forest University was nothing short of spectacular. In his two years with the Demon Deacons, Paul emerged as one of the top point guards in the country. He helped Wake Forest achieve the №1 ranking in the nation for the first time in school history and earned ACC Rookie of the Year honors in 2004. His college success set the stage for his leap to the NBA.

NBA Arrival: New Orleans Hornets Days

In the 2005 NBA Draft, Paul was selected 4th overall by the New Orleans Hornets (now the New Orleans Pelicans). Right from the start, it was clear that the Hornets had a special player. Paul took home NBA Rookie of the Year honors in 2006, averaging 16.1 points, 7.8 assists, and 5.1 rebounds per game. His stellar debut foreshadowed what would be a long and distinguished career as one of the best point guards in the game.

During his time with the Hornets, Paul developed into a perennial All-Star. He became known for his exceptional ability to control the tempo of games, his incredible court vision, and his knack for making his teammates better. Paul led the league in assists multiple times and consistently ranked among the top in steals, showcasing his defensive prowess as well.

Paul’s best season with New Orleans came in 2007–08, when he finished second in the MVP voting, narrowly behind Kobe Bryant. That year, he led the Hornets to the second seed in the Western Conference playoffs, marking their best season in franchise history.

Clippers Era: “Lob City” and New Heights

In 2011, after a trade to the Los Angeles Lakers was famously vetoed by the NBA, Paul was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers. It was in LA that Paul’s star continued to rise, as he joined forces with Blake Griffin and DeAndre Jordan to form the high-flying “Lob City” Clippers. Paul’s ability to throw pinpoint alley-oops made the Clippers one of the most exciting teams in the league to watch.

Paul’s presence immediately transformed the Clippers from a perennial lottery team into a championship contender. He brought a winning culture to the organization, leading the team to multiple playoff appearances and becoming the undisputed leader both on and off the court.

While the Clippers never made it to the NBA Finals during Paul’s tenure, his impact on the franchise was profound. He led the team to its best regular-season records and deep playoff runs, while also earning multiple All-Star selections, All-NBA honors, and All-Defensive team accolades during his six seasons in LA.

Houston Rockets and Near-Miss at a Title

After his time with the Clippers, Paul was traded to the Houston Rockets in 2017. Teaming up with James Harden, Paul came as close as he ever had to winning an NBA championship. The 2017–18 Rockets finished with the best record in the NBA and pushed the Golden State Warriors to a seven-game series in the Western Conference Finals.

In what was perhaps the most heartbreaking moment of his career, Paul suffered a hamstring injury in Game 5 of that series, sidelining him for Games 6 and 7. Without him, the Rockets fell short of defeating the Warriors, who went on to win the title. Despite the disappointment, Paul’s time in Houston reaffirmed his status as one of the league’s elite point guards and fierce competitors.

Phoenix Suns: The Career Renaissance

In 2020, after a stint with the Oklahoma City Thunder in which he led a rebuilding team to the playoffs, Paul was traded to the Phoenix Suns. The move would reignite his career and push the Suns to heights they hadn’t reached in over a decade.

At 36 years old, Paul led the Suns to the NBA Finals in 2021, marking his first appearance in the championship series. His leadership, basketball IQ, and steady hand at the point guard position were instrumental in guiding a young Suns team to the Finals, where they ultimately lost to the Milwaukee Bucks in six games.

Paul’s arrival in Phoenix not only transformed the Suns into contenders, but it also further cemented his legacy as a player who could elevate any team he joined. In 2022, Paul achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first player in NBA history to record 20,000 points and 10,000 assists.

The Legacy of Chris Paul

Chris Paul’s career is defined by his rare combination of leadership, skill, and intelligence. His ability to control a game as a point guard is unmatched, and his influence on younger players is evident wherever he plays. Known for his fierce competitiveness, Paul demands the best from his teammates and himself, making him one of the greatest floor generals the league has ever seen.

Off the court, Paul is also recognized for his contributions to the sport and his community. He has been a prominent figure in the NBA Players Association, serving as president from 2013 to 2021. Paul is also known for his philanthropic work, including initiatives supporting education and communities in need.

A Hall of Fame Career

As his career enters its twilight years, Chris Paul’s legacy as one of the greatest point guards in NBA history is secure. A 12-time NBA All-Star, 11-time All-NBA Team member, and 9-time NBA All-Defensive Team selection, Paul’s list of accolades is long and impressive. While a championship ring has eluded him so far, his influence on the game and his ability to elevate teams make him a future Hall of Famer without question.

Chris Paul is not just a player — he’s a standard-bearer for excellence at the point guard position. Whether he’s dishing out assists, draining mid-range jumpers, or locking down opponents on defense, Paul’s imprint on the game of basketball will be felt for generations to come.

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Paris 2024 Olympics: USA rally to beat Serbia, reach Olympic men’s basketball final

The United States erased a 17-point deficit to beat Nikola Jokic’s Serbia 95-91 on Thursday and reach the Olympic men’s basketball final, keeping their bid for a fifth straight gold medal alive. Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry dazzled with 36 points and all-time NBA scoring leader LeBron James had a triple-double of 16 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists. But it took a massive…

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"You can't be afraid to fail. It's the only way you succeed - you're not gonna succeed all the time, and I know that." LeBron Raymone James March 26 2009

On december 30, 1984 in Akron Ohio U.S. one of the Greatest Basketball Player was born, and it was LeBron Raymone James

Notably the awards he had won in his career are :

NBA

4× NBA champion: 2012, 2013, 2016, 2020

4× NBA Finals Most Valuable Player: 2012, 2013, 2016, 2020

4× NBA Most Valuable Player: 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013

20× NBA All-Star: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

3× NBA All-Star Game MVP: 2006, 2008, 2018

19× All-NBA selection:

13× First team: 2006, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020

3× Second team: 2005, 2007, 2021

3× Third team: 2019, 2022, 2023

6× NBA All-Defensive selection:

5× First Team: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013

Second Team: 2014

NBA Rookie of the Year: 2004

NBA All-Rookie First Team: 2004

NBA scoring leader: 2008

NBA assists leader: 2020

3× NBA minutes leader: 2007, 2017, 2018

J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award: 2017

NBA Cup winner: 2023

NBA Cup Most Valuable Player: 2023

United States National Team

Cited from USA Basketball's LeBron James page unless noted otherwise.[2]

3× Olympic medalist:

2× Gold: 2008, 2012

Bronze: 2004

FIBA World Cup medalist:

Bronze: 2006

FIBA AmeriCup medalist:

Gold: 2007

USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year: 2012,[3] 2008 (as a part of the 2008 Olympic Team)

High school

National Basketball champion: 2003

3× State champion: 2000, 2001, 2003

2× Gatorade National Player of the Year: 2002, 2003

2× Mr. Basketball USA: 2002, 2003

2× USA Today High School Player of the Year: 2002, 2003

3× Ohio Mr. Basketball: 2001, 2002, 2003

3× USA Today All-USA First Team: 2001, 2002, 2003

2× PARADE High School Player of the Year: 2002, 2003

2× First-team Parade All-American: 2002, 2003

Second-team Parade All-American: 2001

Gatorade Male Athlete of the Year: 2003

Naismith Prep Player of the Year: 2003[5]

McDonald's National Player of the Year: 2003[6]

McDonald's High School All-American: 2003[7]

McDonald's Slam Dunk Contest (Powerade Jam Fest): 2003[8]

McDonald's All-American Game MVP: 2003

EA Sports Roundball Classic MVP: 2003[9]

Jordan Brand Capital Classic MVP: 2003[9]

Morgan Wootten National Player of the

Year: 2003

Other

Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year: 2012,[10] 2016

Sporting News Athlete of the Year: 2012[11]

Sporting News NBA MVP: 2006[12]

Sporting News Rookie of the Year: 2004[13]

Sports Illustrated NBA All-Decade First Team: 2000–2009[14]

7× Best NBA Player ESPY Award: 2007, 2009, 2012, 2013, 2016, 2017, 2018[15][16][17]

3× Best Male Athlete ESPY Award: 2012, 2013, 2016[17]

Best Breakthrough Athlete ESPY Award: 2004[18]

4× Best Championship Performance ESPY Award: 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016[17]

6× BET Sportsman of the Year: 2004, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2013[19][20][21][22][23]

3× Associated Press Athlete of the Year: 2013, 2016, 2018

2× Hickok Belt: 2012, 2013

Jackie Robinson Sports Award: 2017[24]

These may seem alot but the lists goes on and on, Lebron is ranked top 2 on "75 NBA players of all time just behind jordan, but lets talk about where this all started.

A young LeBron James was locally known as a basketball prodigy ever since in elementary school, he was named Ohio's Mr. Baskrtball (hs player of the year) three times while leading Akrons St. Vincent Mary High School to three state championships in his four years on the team. He was a national media sensation in his young year after showing up on Sports Illustrated where he was named by the magazine as "The Chosen One." In 2003 he was drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers as the first overall in 2003 NBA draft, and he would sign a $90 million contract with Nike shoe company. As he started in Cleveland Caveliers alot of pressure went on by him, but he didnt get affected by it and he lead the team in scoring, steals and minutes played over 2003-04 season, and winning ROTY (rookie of the year) In 2004-2005 he became a starting forward on the Eastern Conference All Star Team, in 2006-2007 LeBron James led Cleveland to the NBA finals, the cavaliers were swept by the San Antonio Spurs but James postswason led many observers to place him in the very best players in the league. He held the NBA in scoring in 2007-2008 season and earned first team ALL NBA honours, in 2008-2009 he achieved the leagues MVP following the season he averaged nearly 30PPG and named MVP again. In 2009-2010 he went to the Miami Heat which had D Wade and Bosh, he helped miami reach the finals but lost to the Dallas Mavericks, in 2011-2012 he averaged 27.1 PPG and won his third mvp, this time he defeated OKC Thunder and won the championship and reigned as the finals MVP, in 2012-2013 he averaged 26.8 PPG, 7.3 APG and a career high 8 RPG while posting .565 field goal percentage. The heat went in the finals again, Lebron rematching with the spurs but they lost again in the five game series. In 2014 he went back to the cavs and faced the greatest threats at his time, the Golden State Warriors, theyre dynasty was starting with the players, Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, Draymond Green, Klay Thompson and DeMarcus Cousins, LeBron averaged 35.8 PPG, 13.3 RPG and 8.8 APG but managed to lose to the Dynasty. In 2015-16 in the finals, Cleveland and Warriors face again, Warriors needed one win left to win the championship since it was 3-1 but LeBron overturned it and made it 3-4 Lebron won the championship. After doing that LeBron currently staying in the Los Angeles Lakers, he won another championship.

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On this day in Wikipedia: Thursday, 21st March

Welcome, mirë se vjen, velkommen, fàilte 🤗 What does @Wikipedia say about 21st March through the years 🏛️📜🗓️?

21st March 2023 🗓️ : Death - Willis Reed Willis Reed, American basketball player (b. 1942) "Willis Reed Jr. (June 25, 1942 – March 21, 2023) was an American professional basketball player, coach, and general manager. He spent his entire ten-year pro playing career (1964–1974) with the New York Knicks of the National Basketball Association (NBA). Reed was a seven-time NBA All-Star and..."

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21st March 2019 🗓️ : Event - 2019 Xiangshui chemical plant explosion A major explosion at a chemical plant in Yancheng, China, killed 78 people and injured 640 others. "On 21 March 2019, a major explosion occurred at a chemical plant in Chenjiagang Chemical Industry Park, Chenjiagang, Xiangshui County, Yancheng, Jiangsu, China. According to reports published on 25 March, 78 people were killed and 617 injured.The State Council of China officially recognized the..."

21st March 2014 🗓️ : Death - James Rebhorn James Rebhorn, American actor (b. 1948) "James Robert Rebhorn (September 1, 1948 – March 21, 2014) was an American character actor who appeared in over 100 films, television series, and plays. At the time of his death, he had recurring roles in the series White Collar and Homeland. He also appeared in films including Scent of a Woman, The..."

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21st March 1974 🗓️ : Birth - Laura Allen Laura Allen, American actress "Laura Allen (born March 21, 1974) is an American actress. She starred as Lily Tyler during the first two seasons of the USA Network television series The 4400...."

21st March 1924 🗓️ : Birth - Dov Shilansky Dov Shilansky, Lithuanian-Israeli lawyer and politician (d. 2010) "Dov Shilansky (Hebrew: דב שילנסקי, 21 March 1924 – 9 December 2010) was an Israeli lawyer, politician and Speaker of the Knesset from 1988 to 1992...."

21st March 1821 🗓️ : Event - Greek War of Independence Greek War of Independence: Greek revolutionaries seize Kalavryta. "The Greek War of Independence, also known as the Greek Revolution or the Greek Revolution of 1821, was a successful war of independence by Greek revolutionaries against the Ottoman Empire between 1821 and 1829. In 1826, the Greeks were assisted by the British Empire, Kingdom of France, and the..."

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21st March 🗓️ : Holiday - Christian feast day: Thomas Cranmer (Anglicanism) "Thomas Cranmer (2 July 1489 – 21 March 1556) was a leader of the English Reformation and Archbishop of Canterbury during the reigns of Henry VIII, Edward VI and, for a short time, Mary I. He helped build the case for the annulment of Henry's marriage to Catherine of Aragon, which was one of the..."

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John Stockton: The NBA's All-Time Leader in Assists and Steals

Stockton played 19 seasons with the Utah Jazz and led the team to the NBA finals twice. He was an All-Star 10 times during his career and was twice voted the NBA's assists leader.

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Introducing Nike Basketball’s Rookie Class of 2023

Nike’s roster of athletes is unmatched. From the greatest of all time to rising stars who are barrier breakers, we partner with the world’s best athletes with the goal of expanding sport for the next generation. To that end, Nike Basketball is proud to introduce its 2023 NBA Rookie Class. Together, these players represent the wave of the future, bringing the game to new heights. 

Anthony Black, Guard

Team: Orlando Magic

Last season, he was the only player in University of Arkansas history to reach more than 450 points, 180 rebounds and 140 assists in a season. 

He was also the only player in the SEC to reach the top 25 in scoring, rebounding, assists, steals and blocked shots. 

Kobe Brown, Forward

Team: Los Angeles Clippers

In Kobe’s senior year at the University of Missouri, he became the third Division I player in the last 25 seasons to score 30 points in back-to-back games against nationally ranked teams. 

He was the only Division I player in the nation last year to shoot 55 percent from the field and 45 percent from three-point range. 

Bilal Coulibaly, Guard

Team: Washington Wizards

He was quickly promoted to his senior-level French team after averaging 21.9 PPG, 2.6 SPG and 1.2 BPG.

He represents France at the international level.

Keyonte George, Guard

Team: Utah Jazz

His 506 points as a freshman at Baylor University were the second most in school history.

He holds the Baylor record for most 20-point games in program history.

Jordan Hawkins, Guard

Team: New Orleans Pelicans

He’s made the second most three-pointers in a single season in University of Connecticut program history, behind only Ray Allen.

He helped lead UConn to win the 2023 NCAA National Title. 

Dereck Lively II

Team: Dallas Mavericks

A five-star center out of Pennsylvania, he was ranked the No. 1 player overall in the state's class of 2022. ESPN ranked him the No. 1 High School Basketball Player in the class of 2022.

His 82 blocked shots last season were the second most by a Duke University freshman in a single season.

Olivier-Maxence Prosper, Forward

Team: Dallas Mavericks

He was a nationally ranked recruit from the class of 2020, concluding his high school career at the NBA’s Latin American Academy in Mexico City.

During NBA Summer League 2023, he averaged 12.6 PPG and 5.4 RPG at 25.4 MPG.

Brandon Miller, Forward

Team: Charlotte Hornets

At the University of Alabama, he became the first conference player ever to win SEC Player of the Year, SEC Freshman of the Year, and SEC Tournament MVP in the same season.

He led all Division I freshmen in scoring last year.

Amen Thompson, Forward

Team: Houston Rockets

In the 2023 NBA Draft, he was the No. 4 overall pick.

He averaged 16.4 PPG, 5.9 APG and 5.9 RPG during the OTE 2022-23 regular season.

Ausar Thompson, Forward

Team: Detroit Pistons 

A five-star recruit out of high school, he won a state title at Pine Crest High School with his brother Amen in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

In the OTE 2022-23 season, he was named the regular-season MVP and finals MVP, averaging 21.0 PPG, 4.8 APG and 5.2 RPG.

Julian Strawther, Forward

Team: Denver Nuggets

He averaged a double-double in high school at 31.5 PPG and 11.1 RPG.

He represents Puerto Rico at the international level.

Cason Wallace, Guard

Team: Oklahoma City Thunder

In high school, he was awarded two separate Player of the Year honors in the state of Texas.

Last year, at the University of Kentucky, he ranked among the NCAA leaders in assists per game, assist-to-turnover ratio, and steals per game.

Victor Wembanyama, Forward

Team: San Antonio Spurs

After winning the Pro A title with ASVEL of the EuroLeague, he went on to play for the Metropolitans 92 where he earned the league's title for scoring and blocks with an average of 21.6 PPG and 3.0 BPG during the 2022-23 season.

He was the No. 1 overall pick for the NBA 2023 Draft.

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TOP 10 NBA ALL-TIME ASSISTS LEADERS OF NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION

John Stockton - 15,806

Jason Kidd - 12,091

Chris Paul - 11,371

LeBron James - 10,371

Steve Nash - 10,335

Mark Jackson - 10,334

Magic Johnson - 10,141

Oscar Robertson - 9,887

Isiah Thomas - 9,061

Russell Westbrook - 9,052

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NBA: Heat brings 2-0 lead over Celtics home to Miami  

Jimmy Butler is Miami’s leader this postseason in points, minutes, assists and steals per game. He’s the sommelier at team dinners. He’s the barista when it’s time for coffee. If all that wasn’t enough, he’s also the DJ. When music blares in the Heat locker room, Butler is almost always in charge. Could be gospel, could be Whitney Houston, could be Nickelback and — as it was after Miami’s 111-105…

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LeBron James Sets NBA Record with Most Playoff Series Wins

LeBron James has surpassed former Chicago Bulls player Derek Fisher for the most playoff series wins in NBA history. The Los Angeles Lakers forward now has 49 series victories under his belt, breaking Fisher's record of 48. James achieved this milestone during the Lakers' first-round series win over the Phoenix Suns, which saw him averaging 23.3 points, 8 rebounds, and 7.2 assists per game. With this series win, the Lakers have advanced to the second round of the playoffs where they will face the winner of the Denver Nuggets-Portland Trail Blazers matchup. This achievement is just one of many for James, who has already cemented his legacy as one of the greatest players in NBA history. He has won four NBA championships, four NBA MVP awards, and has been selected to the All-Star team 17 times. In addition to his impressive individual accolades, he has also been a leader on the court and has helped guide his teams to success throughout his career. As James continues to add to his list of accomplishments, he remains focused on leading the Lakers to another championship. With his experience and leadership, he is sure to be a major factor in the team's success in the playoffs and beyond. Read the full article