2021–22 NBA season explained

2021–22 NBA season
League:National Basketball Association
Sport:Basketball
No Of Games:82
No Of Teams:30
Tv:ABC, TNT, ESPN, NBA TV
Draft:Draft
Draft Link:2021 NBA draft
Top Pick:Cade Cunningham
Top Pick Link:List of first overall NBA draft picks
Picked By:Detroit Pistons
Season:Regular season
Top Seed:Phoenix Suns
Mvp:Nikola Jokić (Denver)
Mvp Link:NBA Most Valuable Player Award
Top Scorer:Joel Embiid (Philadelphia)
Top Scorer Link:List of National Basketball Association annual scoring leaders
Playoffs:Playoffs
Playoffs Link:2022 NBA playoffs
Conf1:Eastern
Conf1 Link:Eastern Conference (NBA)
Conf1 Champ:Boston Celtics
Conf1 Runner-Up:Miami Heat
Conf2:Western
Conf2 Link:Western Conference (NBA)
Conf2 Champ:Golden State Warriors
Conf2 Runner-Up:Dallas Mavericks
Finals:Finals
Finals Link:2022 NBA Finals
Finals Champ:Golden State Warriors
Finals Runner-Up:Boston Celtics
Finals Mvp:Stephen Curry (Golden State)
Finals Mvp Link:NBA Finals Most Valuable Player Award
Seasonslist:List of NBA seasons
Seasonslistnames:NBA
Prevseason Link:2020–21 NBA season
Prevseason Year:2020–21
Nextseason Link:2022–23 NBA season
Nextseason Year:2022–23

The 2021–22 NBA season was the 76th season of the National Basketball Association (NBA). The regular season began on October 19, 2021, and ended on April 10, 2022.[1] For the first time since the 2018–19 season, the NBA returned to its usual October to April regular season schedule after the previous two seasons were shortened due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The 2022 NBA All-Star Game was played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland on February 20, 2022.[2] [3] The play-in tournament was held on April 12–15, 2022. The 2022 NBA playoffs then began on April 16, and ended on June 16 with the Golden State Warriors defeating the Boston Celtics in the 2022 NBA Finals.

75th anniversary promotions

On July 7, 2021, the NBA announced that it would commemorate its 75th anniversary throughout the 2021–22 season. A 75th-anniversary diamond jubilee logo is featured in promotions across all NBA properties during the season, including on merchandise, digital and social media, and painted on the courts.[4] [5] It also announced its 75th anniversary team, honoring the greatest players in NBA history, as chosen by a panel of media, current and former players, coaches, general managers, and team executives.[6] All NBA uniforms feature the Nike (Association, Icon, and City uniform) and Jordan Brand (Statement and Charlotte Hornets uniform) logos in a diamond embellishment, while the normal NBA logo on the back was modified to also feature diamond embellishments and the NBA mark replaced by the number 75.[7]

The City edition for this season featured uniforms incorporating various design cues from different decades, with 27 of the 30 teams wearing these uniforms. The only teams not to participate were the New Orleans Pelicans, Phoenix Suns, and Utah Jazz. The Suns and Jazz wore last season's City uniforms, while the Pelicans wore a more standard City uniform as a tribute to the city of New Orleans.[8] [9] The Classic edition uniform for this season would be donned by the Boston Celtics, Golden State Warriors, and New York Knicks, the NBA's three surviving franchises from its first season. Both the Celtics and Knicks wore modern-day versions of the uniforms they wore from 1946, while the Warriors wore uniforms based on the designs they wore as the Philadelphia Warriors from 1946 to 1962. The classic Nike wordmark-and-swoosh logo appears on the Classic uniforms.[10]

The NBA also unveiled a new set of awards to honor division and conference championship winners, and the MVPs of the conference finals. The division championships were named after Nat "Sweetwater" Clifton (Atlantic Division), Wayne Embry (Central Division), Earl Lloyd (Southeast Division), Willis Reed (Southwest Division), Sam Jones (Northwest Division), and Chuck Cooper (Pacific Division).[11] The previously unnamed conference championship trophies were rebranded in honor of Bob Cousy (Eastern Conference) and Oscar Robertson (Western Conference), while the top performer of each conference finals will now receive awards named after Larry Bird (Eastern) and Magic Johnson (Western), respectively. In addition, the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy was redesigned to feature the top circular disk engraving the first 75 NBA champions, and the bottom disk representing the next 25 champions.[12]

Transactions

See main article: List of 2021–22 NBA season transactions.

Retirement

Free agency

Free agency began on August 2, 2021; for the second consecutive year, the period for free agency was pushed back from its normal starting date in July due to COVID-19 pandemic.[36] Notable signings included longtime Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry announcing his decision to sign with the Miami Heat on a long-term deal.[37] [38] Lonzo Ball announced he would be signing a four-year, $85 million deal with the Chicago Bulls,[39] joining fellow free agency signing DeMar DeRozan.[40] [41] The Los Angeles Clippers re-signed Kawhi Leonard,[42] and the Phoenix Suns re-signed Chris Paul.[43] In the east, the Brooklyn Nets extended Kevin Durant to a four-year $198 million deal.[44]

Coaching changes

Coaching changes
Team 2020–21 season 2021–22 season
Off-season
Nate McMillan (interim) Nate McMillan
Ime Udoka
Jason Kidd
Rick Carlisle
Willie Green
Jamahl Mosley
Chauncey Billups
Wes Unseld Jr.
In-season
Alvin Gentry (interim)

Off-season

In-season

COVID-19 restrictions

See main article: COVID-19 vaccination mandates in the United States. As of October 2021, only the cities of Los Angeles, Toronto, New York City, and San Francisco have implemented requirements for spectators at sporting events to present proof of vaccination for COVID-19. While a majority of the league had seen its players get at least one dose of the vaccine, players in these named markets who choose not to be vaccinated would not be allowed to play home games. Moreover, the NBA has stated these players would be forced to forfeit money for the missed games. As of the announcement, the mandates were affecting the Brooklyn Nets, Golden State Warriors, Toronto Raptors, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, and New York Knicks. On January 3, 2022, an indoor vaccine mandate went into effect in Philadelphia, adding the Philadelphia 76ers to the aforementioned list.[63] As of December 2021, 97% of NBA players are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.[64] Furthermore, the NBA mandated that all guests ages 2+ seated within 15 feet of the court be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or submit a negative COVID-19 test, as well as wear masks unless actively eating or drinking.

Below were the COVID-19 rules for each team:

TeamCOVID-19 policies
AtlantaVaccination and masks were not required.
BostonMasks were required for all guests ages 2+ until March 5, 2022. All guests ages 12+ were required to be fully vaccinated or provide a qualifying negative COVID-19 test. Beginning January 15, 2022, all guests ages 12+ were required to submit proof of at least one COVID-19 vaccination shot until February 15, where they had to submit full vaccination status. That rule was lifted on February 21, 2022.
BrooklynIn accordance with NYC's vaccination mandate, all guests ages 12+ were required to submit proof of at least one COVID-19 vaccination shot until December 27, where they had to submit proof of two doses of a two-shot vaccine, or one dose of a single-shot vaccine. All guests ages 5 to 11 were also required to submit proof of at least one COVID-19 vaccination shot until January 29, 2022, where they had to submit proof of two doses of a two-shot vaccine, or one dose of a single-shot vaccine. Those rules were lifted on March 7, 2022. Masks were only required for unvaccinated guests until February 7, 2022.
CharlotteVaccination was not required. Masks were required for all guests ages 5+ until February 26, 2022.
ChicagoMasks were required for all guests ages 2+. Furthermore, all guests ages 12+ were required to be fully vaccinated or provide a negative COVID-19 test. Beginning January 3, 2022, all guests ages 5+ were required to submit proof of full vaccination status. Those rules were lifted on February 28, 2022.
ClevelandVaccination was not required. Masks were required for all guests ages 2+ from December 31, 2021, until February 1, 2022.
DallasVaccination was not required. Masks were required for all guests ages 2+ until February 26, 2022.
DenverMasks were required for all guests ages 2+. Beginning November 10, 2021, all guests ages 12+ were required to provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 or submit a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours of tipoff. Those rules were lifted on March 12, 2022.
DetroitVaccination and masks were not required.
Golden StateFull vaccination was required for all guests ages 12+. Those not eligible for vaccination (ages 2-11) were required to submit a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours of tipoff (48 hours for PCR or 24 hours for antigen beginning December 15). Effective December 6, guests ages 5-11 had the option to submit a negative COVID-19 test or show proof of full vaccination status. From February 1 to March 8, guests ages 12+ were required to show proof of full vaccination (including a booster, if eligible) or a negative COVID-19 test. Beginning March 8, the vaccination was reduced to complete initial series. On April 1, those rules were lifted. Masks were required for all guests ages 2+. That rule was lifted for the fully vaccinated on February 16, 2022, and for the unvaccinated in mid-May.
HoustonVaccination and masks were not required.
IndianaVaccination and masks were not required.
L.A. ClippersAll guests ages 2+ were required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or submit a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours of tipoff (48 hours for PCR or 24 hours for antigen beginning December 15). Those rules were lifted on April 1, 2022. Masks were required for all guests ages 2+. That rule was lifted for the fully vaccinated on February 25, 2022, and for the unvaccinated on March 4.
L.A. Lakers
MemphisFull vaccination or negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours required to attend. Masks were required for all guests ages 2+. That rule for guests ages 12+ was lifted on October 28, 2021, and all other COVID-19 rules were lifted on November 19.
MiamiVaccination was not required. Masks were required for all guests ages 2+ until February 26, 2022.
MilwaukeeVaccination was not required. Masks were required for all guests ages 2+ from December 31, 2021, until March 2, 2022.
MinnesotaVaccination or a negative COVID-19 test was required for all guests ages 5+ from January 26, 2022, until February 10. Masks were required for all guests ages 2+ from January 6, 2022, until February 24.
New OrleansProof of at least one vaccination shot or a negative COVID-19 test was required for all guests ages 12+. The rule also applied to guests ages 5+ on January 3, 2022, and full vaccination or a negative test was required, beginning February 1, 2022. Those rules were lifted on March 21, 2022. Masks were required for all guests ages 2+ until October 29, 2021, and from January 12, 2022, until March 3, 2022.
New YorkIn accordance with NYC's vaccination mandate, all guests ages 12+ were required to submit proof of at least one COVID-19 vaccination shot until December 27, where they had to submit proof of two doses of a two-shot vaccine, or one dose of a single-shot vaccine. All guests ages 5 to 11 were also required to submit proof of at least one COVID-19 vaccination shot until January 29, 2022, where they had to submit proof of two doses of a two-shot vaccine, or one dose of a single-shot vaccine. Those rules were lifted on March 7, 2022. Masks were only required for unvaccinated guests ages 2+ until March 7, 2022.
OrlandoVaccination and masks were not required.
PhiladelphiaMasks were required for all guests ages 2+ until March 2, 2022, and from April 18, 2022, until April 22, 2022. Effective January 3, 2022, all guests ages 12+ must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. That same day, guests ages 5-11 were required to have least one vaccination shot until February 3, 2022, where they had to be fully vaccinated. Until January 17, they also had the option to provide a negative COVID-19 test.
PhoenixVaccination was not required. Masks were only required to enter the arena, but recommended for all other times. That rule was lifted in early March 2022.
PortlandFull vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test was required for all guests ages 12+. Masks were required for all guests ages 2+. Those rules were lifted on March 12, 2022.
SacramentoAll guests ages 2+ were required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or submit a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours of tipoff (48 hours for PCR or 24 hours for antigen beginning December 15). Those rules were lifted on April 1, 2022. Masks were required for all guests ages 2+. That rule was lifted for the fully vaccinated on February 16, 2022, and for the unvaccinated on March 10.
San AntonioVaccination and masks were not required.
TorontoFull vaccination status was required for all guests ages 12+ until March 1, 2022. The arena was reduced to 50% capacity, effective December 18, 2021, and to no fans, beginning December 31. The arena returned to full capacity on March 1, 2022. Masks were required for all guests ages 2+ until March 21, 2022.
UtahFull vaccination or negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours of tipoff required for all guests ages 12+ until February 25, 2022. Masks were required for guests ages 2+ from January 8, 2022, to January 21. Masks were only required for guests ages 2-11 until January 8, 2022, and from January 21, 2022, until February 25.
WashingtonMasks were required for guests ages 2+ until November 23, 2021, and from December 20 to March 1, 2022. At least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine was required for all guests ages 12+ from January 15, 2022, to February 15, when that rule was lifted.

Preseason

The preseason began on October 3, 2021, and ended on October 15.[65] On October 5, a game between the Milwaukee Bucks and Memphis Grizzlies was suspended before the fourth quarter due to a false fire alarm.[66]

Regular season

The regular season began on October 19, 2021, and ended on April 10, 2022.[1]

Eastern Conference
  • Western Conference

    • By conference

    Notes

    Postponed games due to COVID-19

    Play-in tournament

    See also: NBA play-in tournament. Only the top six seeds in each conference advanced to the main rounds of the 2022 NBA playoffs, while the next four seeds participated in a Page playoff system tournament from April 12–15, 2022. The 7th-place team hosted the 8th-place team in the double-chance round needing to win one game to advance, with the winner clinching the 7th seed in the playoffs. The 9th-place team hosted the 10th-place team in the elimination round that requires two wins to advance, with the loser being eliminated from playoff contention. The loser in the double-chance round hosted the elimination-round game winner, with the winner clinching the 8th seed and the loser being eliminated.[75]

    Eastern Conference

    Western Conference

    Playoffs

    See main article: 2022 NBA playoffs. The playoffs began on April 16, 2022. The Finals began on June 2 and concluded on June 16.[1]

    Bracket

    Statistics

    Sourced to Web site: 2021–22 NBA Traditional Stats. NBA.com . April 4, 2022.

    Individual statistic leaders

    Category Player Team(s) Statistic
    Points per game 30.6
    Rebounds per game 14.7
    Assists per game 10.8
    Steals per game 2.0
    Blocks per game 2.3
    Turnovers per game 4.5
    Fouls per game 3.7
    Minutes per game 37.9
    FG% Rudy Gobert Utah Jazz 71.3%
    FT% 92.5%
    3FG% 44.9%
    Efficiency per game 32.8
    Double-doubles Nikola Jokić Denver Nuggets 66
    Triple-doubles Nikola Jokić Denver Nuggets 19

    Individual game highs

    Category Player Team Statistic
    Points 60
    Rebounds 25
    Philadelphia 76ers
    Assists 19
    Phoenix Suns
    Steals 8
    Blocks 8
    New York Knicks
    Three pointers Bojan BogdanovićUtah Jazz11
    Minnesota Timberwolves
    Los Angeles Clippers

    Team statistic leaders

    Category Team Statistic
    Points per game 115.9
    Rebounds per game 49.2
    Assists per game 28.1
    Steals per game Memphis Grizzlies 9.8
    Blocks per game Memphis Grizzlies 6.5
    Turnovers per game 16.5
    Fouls per game 21.9
    FG% 48.5%
    FT% 82.1%
    3P% 37.9%
    +/− Phoenix Suns +7.8

    Awards

    Yearly awards

    2021–22 NBA awards
    Award Recipient(s) Finalists[76]
    Nikola Jokić (Denver Nuggets)[77] Giannis Antetokounmpo (Milwaukee Bucks)
    Joel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers)
    Marcus Smart (Boston Celtics)[78] Mikal Bridges (Phoenix Suns)
    Rudy Gobert (Utah Jazz)
    Scottie Barnes (Toronto Raptors)[79] Cade Cunningham (Detroit Pistons)
    Evan Mobley (Cleveland Cavaliers)
    Tyler Herro (Miami Heat)[80] Cameron Johnson (Phoenix Suns)
    Kevin Love (Cleveland Cavaliers)
    Ja Morant (Memphis Grizzlies)[81] Darius Garland (Cleveland Cavaliers)
    Dejounte Murray (San Antonio Spurs)
    Monty Williams (Phoenix Suns)[82] Taylor Jenkins (Memphis Grizzlies)
    Erik Spoelstra (Miami Heat)
    Zachary Kleiman (Memphis Grizzlies)[83] Koby Altman (Cleveland Cavaliers)
    Artūras Karnišovas (Chicago Bulls)
    Patty Mills (Brooklyn Nets)[84] Bam Adebayo (Miami Heat)
    Mikal Bridges (Phoenix Suns)
    Darius Garland (Cleveland Cavaliers)
    Jeff Green (Denver Nuggets)
    Jaren Jackson Jr. (Memphis Grizzlies)
    Jrue Holiday (Milwaukee Bucks)[85] DeMar DeRozan (Chicago Bulls)
    Boban Marjanović (Dallas Mavericks)
    Gary Payton II (Golden State Warriors)[86] Bismack Biyombo (Phoenix Suns)
    Robert Covington (Los Angeles Clippers)
    Luka Dončić (Dallas Mavericks)
    Tobias Harris (Philadelphia 76ers)
    Jaren Jackson Jr. (Memphis Grizzlies)
    Brook Lopez (Milwaukee Bucks)
    Ricky Rubio (Indiana Pacers)
    Karl-Anthony Towns (Minnesota Timberwolves)
    Trae Young (Atlanta Hawks)
    Reggie Bullock (Dallas Mavericks)[87] Jrue Holiday (Milwaukee Bucks)
    Jaren Jackson Jr. (Memphis Grizzlies)
    Karl-Anthony Towns (Minnesota Timberwolves)
    Fred VanVleet (Toronto Raptors)[88]

    [89]

    [90]

    [91]

    Players of the Week

    The following players were named the Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Week.

    WeekEastern ConferenceWestern Conferenceclass=unsortableRef
    October 19–24Miles Bridges (Charlotte Hornets) (1/1)Stephen Curry (Golden State Warriors) (1/2)[92]
    October 25–31Jimmy Butler (Miami Heat) (1/1)Rudy Gobert (Utah Jazz) (1/1)[93]
    November 1–7Jarrett Allen (Cleveland Cavaliers) (1/1)Paul George (Los Angeles Clippers) (1/1)[94]
    November 8–14Kevin Durant (Brooklyn Nets) (1/2)Stephen Curry (Golden State Warriors) (2/2)[95]
    November 15–21Giannis Antetokounmpo (Milwaukee Bucks) (1/1)Damian Lillard (Portland Trail Blazers) (1/1)[96]
    November 22–28Trae Young (Atlanta Hawks) (1/3)Devin Booker (Phoenix Suns) (1/3)[97]
    DeMar DeRozan (Chicago Bulls) (1/3)Donovan Mitchell (Utah Jazz) (1/1)[98]
    December 6–12Domantas Sabonis (Indiana Pacers) (1/1)LeBron James (Los Angeles Lakers) (1/1)[99]
    December 13–19Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics) (1/4)Karl-Anthony Towns (Minnesota Timberwolves) (1/3)[100]
    December 20–26Kemba Walker (New York Knicks) (1/1)Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Oklahoma City Thunder) (1/1)[101]
    DeMar DeRozan (Chicago Bulls) (2/3)Ja Morant (Memphis Grizzlies) (1/2)[102]
    January 3–9Fred VanVleet (Toronto Raptors) (1/1)Ja Morant (Memphis Grizzlies) (2/2)[103]
    January 10–16Darius Garland (Cleveland Cavaliers) (1/1)Devin Booker (Phoenix Suns) (2/3)[104]
    January 17–23Trae Young (Atlanta Hawks) (2/3)Nikola Jokić (Denver Nuggets) (1/2)[105]
    January 24–30Joel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers) (1/2)Chris Paul (Phoenix Suns) (1/1)[106]
    Pascal Siakam (Toronto Raptors) (1/1)Brandon Ingram (New Orleans Pelicans) (1/1)[107]
    February 7–13DeMar DeRozan (Chicago Bulls) (3/3)Luka Dončić (Dallas Mavericks) (1/3)[108]
    Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics) (2/4)Karl-Anthony Towns (Minnesota Timberwolves) (2/3)[109]
    March 7–13Kevin Durant (Brooklyn Nets) (2/2)Luka Dončić (Dallas Mavericks) (2/3)[110]
    March 14–20Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics) (3/4)Karl-Anthony Towns (Minnesota Timberwolves) (3/3) [111]
    March 21–27Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics) (4/4)Devin Booker (Phoenix Suns) (3/3)[112]
    March 28 – April 3Trae Young (Atlanta Hawks) (3/3)Nikola Jokić (Denver Nuggets) (2/2)[113]
    April 4–10Joel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers) (2/2)Luka Dončić (Dallas Mavericks) (3/3)[114]

    Players of the Month

    The following players were named the Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Month.

    MonthEastern Conference Western Conferenceclass=unsortableRef
    October/NovemberKevin Durant (Brooklyn Nets) (1/1)Stephen Curry (Golden State Warriors) (1/1)[115]
    DecemberJoel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers) (1/2)Donovan Mitchell (Utah Jazz) (1/1)[116]
    JanuaryJoel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers) (2/2)Nikola Jokić (Denver Nuggets) (1/2)[117]
    FebruaryDeMar DeRozan (Chicago Bulls) (1/1)Luka Dončić (Dallas Mavericks) (1/1)[118]
    March/AprilGiannis Antetokounmpo (Milwaukee Bucks) (1/1)Nikola Jokić (Denver Nuggets) (2/2)[119]

    Rookies of the Month

    The following players were named the Eastern and Western Conference Rookies of the Month.

    MonthEastern ConferenceWestern Conferenceclass=unsortableRef
    October/NovemberEvan Mobley (Cleveland Cavaliers) (1/1)Josh Giddey (Oklahoma City Thunder) (1/4)[120]
    DecemberFranz Wagner (Orlando Magic) (1/1)Josh Giddey (Oklahoma City Thunder) (2/4)[121]
    JanuaryCade Cunningham (Detroit Pistons) (1/1)Josh Giddey (Oklahoma City Thunder) (3/4)[122]
    FebruaryScottie Barnes (Toronto Raptors) (1/2)Josh Giddey (Oklahoma City Thunder) (4/4)[123]
    March/AprilScottie Barnes (Toronto Raptors) (2/2)Jalen Green (Houston Rockets) (1/1)[124]

    Coaches of the Month

    The following coaches were named the Eastern and Western Conference Coaches of the Month.

    MonthEastern ConferenceWestern Conferenceclass=unsortableRef
    October/NovemberBilly Donovan (Chicago Bulls) (1/1)Monty Williams (Phoenix Suns) (1/2)[125]
    DecemberErik Spoelstra (Miami Heat) (1/1)Taylor Jenkins (Memphis Grizzlies) (1/1)[126]
    JanuaryJ. B. Bickerstaff (Cleveland Cavaliers) (1/1)Monty Williams (Phoenix Suns) (2/2)[127]
    FebruaryIme Udoka (Boston Celtics) (1/2)Quin Snyder (Utah Jazz) (1/1)[128]
    March/AprilIme Udoka (Boston Celtics) (2/2)Jason Kidd (Dallas Mavericks) (1/1)[129]

    Arenas

    Media

    This is the sixth year of a nine-year deal with ABC, ESPN, TNT, and NBA TV.[137] Beginning with this season, TNT moved its marquee Thursday doubleheaders to Tuesday nights starting with the season opener. The network will continue to air Thursday night doubleheaders, but only during opening week and beginning in January to avoid competing with Thursday Night Football. TNT aired a doubleheader on Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 17) and the final day of the regular season (April 10).[138]

    ABC began its NBA Saturday Primetime early with a special game airing on December 11.

    On February 9, 2022, the Warriors–Jazz matchup televised on ESPN was the first in the network's history to have an all women production team. Beth Mowins was the play-by-play commentator, with Doris Burke as analyst and Lisa Salters on the sideline; in addition, 33 other women handled production roles in Salt Lake City and in the ESPN headquarters in Bristol, Connecticut.[139]

    The Portland Trail Blazers signed a broadcasting deal with Root Sports Northwest, replacing NBC Sports Northwest as the team's game broadcasters.[140]

    In Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals, ESPN's lead play-by-play Mike Breen was out due to COVID-19 protocols, which resulted to Mark Jones replacing Breen on play-by-play. In Game 1 of the 2022 NBA Finals, analyst Jeff Van Gundy was also out for the same reason, leaving Jones, Mark Jackson, and sideline reporter Lisa Salters; they were together the first all-African-American broadcast team for an NBA Finals game.[141] Van Gundy returned in Game 2, while Breen followed suit in Game 3.[142]

    Notable occurrences

    See also

    Further reading

    Notes and References

    1. Web site: NBA announces schedule for 75th Anniversary Season. NBA.com. August 20, 2021. August 24, 2021.
    2. Web site: Greer. Jordan. January 27, 2022. NBA All-Star voting results 2022: Full list of starters, reserves for Eastern, Western Conference rosters. Sporting News. January 28, 2022.
    3. News: NBA All-Star Game 2022: Score and highlights. Marca. February 21, 2022. February 21, 2022.
    4. Web site: NBA unveils 75th anniversary season logo. NBA.com. July 7, 2021. July 21, 2021.
    5. Web site: Quinn . Sam . July 8, 2021 . Look: NBA reveals new diamond themed logo to commemorate 75th anniversary for 2021–22 season . July 21, 2021 . CBS Sports.
    6. Web site: NBA to name 75 greatest players during 75th anniversary season celebration. August 10, 2021. NBA.com.
    7. Web site: NBA unveils diamond embellishments for NBA 75 jerseys. NBA.com. July 30, 2021. October 17, 2021.
    8. Web site: Nike NBA City Edition uniforms unveiled in honor of the 75th anniversary season. NBA.com. November 1, 2021. November 20, 2021.
    9. Web site: Every 2021–2022 NBA City Edition Uniform Explained. Chris Creamer's Sports Logos. November 1, 2021. November 20, 2021.
    10. Web site: Knicks, Celtics and Warriors unveil Nike Classic Edition uniforms. NBA.com. August 5, 2021. November 20, 2021.
    11. Web site: NBA unveils new trophies for division winners named after 6 NBA legends. NBA.com. Turner Sports Interactive, Inc. April 23, 2022.
    12. Web site: NBA introduces new lineup of postseason hardware. NBA.com. Turner Sports Interactive, Inc. May 12, 2022.
    13. Web site: Bijan. Todd. Former Wizard Ian Mahinmi announces retirement. NBCSports.com. July 6, 2021. July 6, 2021.
    14. Web site: Dan. Feldman. Omri Casspi, first Israeli NBA player, retires. NBCSports.com. July 19, 2021. July 24, 2021.
    15. Web site: Steve. Wiseman. Amile Jefferson's Duke 'story' has a new chapter. The News & Observer. July 21, 2021. July 24, 2021.
    16. Web site: Seidlitz . Aaron . August 7, 2021 . Suns Announce Coaching Staff Additions . August 8, 2021 . NBA.com.
    17. Web site: Joseph. Salvador. J.R. Smith to Enroll at North Carolina A&T and Compete for Golf Team. SI.com. August 11, 2021. October 30, 2021.
    18. Web site: Nick. Metallinos. Ray Allen, JR Smith and other former players we'd like to see make a return to the NBA. SportingNews.com. December 23, 2021. January 4, 2022.
    19. Web site: Justin. Grasso. Former Sixers Draft Pick Kyle Korver Joins Brooklyn Nets Staff. SI.com. August 12, 2021. August 29, 2021.
    20. Web site: Eddie. Sefko. J.J. Barea: 'I like coaching. Every time I do it, I like it even more'. Mavs.com. August 15, 2021. October 30, 2021.
    21. Web site: Dwain. Price. Kidd Puts Finishing Touches on His Coaching Staff. Mavs.com. August 31, 2021. September 1, 2021.
    22. Web site: September 20, 2021 . LUIS SCOLA NUOVO AMMINISTRATORE DELEGATO DEL CLUB BIANCOROSSO . September 20, 2021 . PallacanestroVarese.it . it.
    23. Web site: JJ Redick announces his NBA retirement. NBA.com. September 21, 2021. September 21, 2021.
    24. Web site: Dwain. Price. Tyson Chandler is – unofficially – back with the Mavs. Mavs.com. September 28, 2021. October 30, 2021.
    25. Web site: Pau Gasol announces retirement. FCBarcelona.com. October 5, 2021. October 5, 2021.
    26. Web site: Jonathan. White. NBA champion Sun Yue retires on eve of Chinese basketball season. South China Morning Post. October 16, 2021. March 23, 2022.
    27. Web site: Ennio. Terrasi Borghesan. European basketball journeyman Mike Hall announces retirement as a player. Sportando. October 20, 2021. October 20, 2021.
    28. Web site: Rory. Maher. Gerald Green Retires, Joins Rockets Coaching Staff. HoopsRumors.com. October 22, 2021. October 23, 2021.
    29. Web site: Pitman . Kane . October 26, 2021 . Emotional David Andersen calls time on his basketball career . November 23, 2021 . ESPN.com.
    30. News: Boyd. James. November 11, 2021. Former Pacers forward, 28-year-old rookie Damjan Rudez retires from basketball. The Indianapolis Star. January 24, 2022.
    31. Web site: Luke. Adams. Alexis Ajinca Announces Retirement. HoopsRumors.com. November 26, 2021. November 27, 2021.
    32. Web site: Arthur. Hill. Beno Udrih Announces Retirement. HoopsRumors.com. November 27, 2021. November 27, 2021.
    33. Web site: Adam. Wells. Chandler Parsons Retires from NBA; Injury Lawsuit Settled for 'Substantial Amount'. BleacherReport.com. January 18, 2022. January 18, 2022.
    34. Web site: Kevin. Chouinard. Jeff Teague Rejoins the Hawks as a Scout. NBA.com. March 9, 2022. April 1, 2022.
    35. Web site: 20-year NBA veteran Jamal Crawford announces retirement. NBA.com. March 21, 2022. March 21, 2022.
    36. News: DePrisco . Mike . July 28, 2021 . When does 2021 NBA Free Agency start? . NBC Sports . July 23, 2023.
    37. News: Rose. Aaron. August 2, 2021. Kyle Lowry Announces Signing with Miami Heat. January 5, 2022. Sports Illustrated.
    38. Web site: Quinn. Sam. August 6, 2021. NBA free agency: Kyle Lowry to Heat in sign-and-trade; Goran Dragic, Precious Achiuwa to Raptors. January 5, 2022. CBS Sports.
    39. News: Zillgitt. Jeff. August 2, 2021. Chicago Bulls reach agreement with Lonzo Ball on four-year, $85 million deal. January 5, 2022. USA Today.
    40. Web site: Schaefer. Rob. August 4, 2021. Bulls free agency: Grading sign-and-trade for DeMar DeRozan. January 5, 2022. NBC Sports.
    41. News: Collier. Jamal. August 13, 2021. For DeMar DeRozan, Lonzo Ball and Alex Caruso, joining the Chicago Bulls to be part of what the team is building was 'hard to turn down'. January 5, 2022. Chicago Tribune.
    42. News: Harris. Beth. August 12, 2021. LA Clippers re-sign injured superstar Kawhi Leonard. January 5, 2022. AP News. Associated Press.
    43. News: Rankin. Duane. August 6, 2021. Official: Phoenix Suns re-sign Chris Paul, Cameron Payne. January 5, 2022. The Arizona Republic.
    44. Web site: Bontemps. Tim. August 6, 2021. Durant signs 4-year, $198M extension with Nets. January 5, 2022. ESPN.com.
    45. Web site: Danny Ainge Announces Retirement; Brad Stevens Promoted to President of Basketball Operations. NBA.com. June 2, 2021. June 2, 2021.
    46. Web site: Trail Blazers And Terry Stotts Mutually Agree To Part Ways. NBA.com. June 4, 2021. June 4, 2021.
    47. Web site: Brumbelow . Brooke . June 5, 2021 . Orlando Magic, Steve Clifford Mutually Agree to Part Ways . June 5, 2021 . NBA.com.
    48. Web site: Pacers Announce Nate Bjorkgren Will Not Return as Coach. NBA.com. June 9, 2021. June 9, 2021.
    49. Web site: Wojnarowski. Adrian . Adrian Wojnarowski . Nate Bjorkgren fired as Indiana Pacers coach after playoff streak ends, sources say. ESPN.com. June 9, 2021. June 9, 2021.
    50. Web site: June 16, 2021 . New Orleans Pelicans and Stan Van Gundy mutually agree to part ways . June 16, 2021 . NBA.com.
    51. Web site: Filyo . Jackson . June 16, 2021 . Wizards part ways with Brooks . June 16, 2021 . NBA.com.
    52. Web site: Rick Carlisle steps down as Mavericks coach . NBA.com . June 18, 2021 . June 17, 2021.
    53. Web site: Wojnarowski . Adrian . MacMahon . Tim . and . June 17, 2021 . Rick Carlisle won't return as Dallas Mavericks coach after 13 seasons . January 24, 2022 . ESPN.com.
    54. Web site: Pacers Reach Agreement with Rick Carlisle to Become Head Coach. NBA.com. June 24, 2021. June 24, 2021.
    55. Web site: Trail Blazers Name Chauncey Billups Head Coach. NBA.com. June 28, 2021. June 27, 2021.
    56. Web site: Celtics Name Ime Udoka 18th Head Coach in Franchise History. NBA.com. June 28, 2021. June 28, 2021.
    57. Web site: Sefko . Eddie . June 28, 2021 . Mavericks Sign Jason Kidd as New Head Coach . June 28, 2021 . Mavs.com.
    58. Web site: Finberg . Annie . July 7, 2021 . Atlanta Hawks Name Nate McMillan Head Coach . July 8, 2021 . NBA.com.
    59. Web site: Brumbelow . Brooke . July 11, 2021 . Orlando Magic Name Jamahl Mosley Head Coach . July 11, 2021 . NBA.com.
    60. Web site: Filyo . Jackson . July 17, 2021 . Wizards name Wes Unseld Jr. head coach . July 17, 2021 . NBA.com.
    61. Web site: Willie Green named New Orleans Pelicans head coach. NBA.com. July 22, 2021. July 22, 2021.
    62. Web site: Luke Walton Relieved as Kings Head Coach. NBA.com. November 21, 2021. November 21, 2021.
    63. Web site: December 13, 2021. Vaccines required to attend Sixers, Flyers games under new Philadelphia mandate. January 5, 2022. FOX 29 Philadelphia.
    64. News: Shapiro. Michael. December 7, 2021. Unvaccinated NBA Players Will No Longer Be Able to Play In One Team's Arena. January 5, 2022. Sports Illustrated.
    65. Web site: Mullin. Eric. Key dates for 2021–22 NBA season: Preseason, opening night and more. Yahoo! Sports. Yahoo!. October 12, 2021. August 18, 2021. October 27, 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20211027182916/https://sports.yahoo.com/key-dates-2021-22-nba-020755742.html. dead.
    66. Web site: Bailey. Clay. Bucks-Grizzlies preseason game suspended due to false fire alarm. NBA.com. October 5, 2021. October 5, 2021.
    67. Web site: Bulls COVID outbreak: NBA postpones Chicago's next two games with 10 players in health and safety protocols. December 13, 2021. CBS Sports.
    68. Web site: Brooklyn Nets' next 2 games postponed amid COVID-19 surge. December 19, 2021. ESPN.com. December 19, 2021.
    69. Web site: Cleveland Cavaliers game against Atlanta Hawks postponed; five Cavs tested positive for COVID-19. December 19, 2021. ESPN.com. December 19, 2021.
    70. Web site: Philadelphia 76ers' lineup issues lead to postponement vs. New Orleans Pelicans. December 19, 2021. ESPN.com. December 19, 2021.
    71. Raptors Game Postponed Due to Magic COVID Outbreak. December 19, 2021. Sports Illustrated.
    72. Web site: Nets-Trail Blazers, Raptors-Bulls NBA games postponed over player shortages. ESPN.com. December 22, 2021. December 22, 2021.
    73. Web site: Miami Heat injuries, positive COVID-19 tests lead to postponement of game at San Antonio Spurs. December 29, 2021. ESPN.com. December 29, 2021.
    74. Web site: COVID-19 outbreak within Denver Nuggets forces postponement vs. Golden State Warriors. December 30, 2021. ESPN.com. December 30, 2021.
    75. Web site: NBA Board of Governors approves Play-In Tournament for 2021–22 season. NBA.com. July 27, 2021. August 24, 2021.
    76. Web site: Finalists announced for 2021–22 NBA awards. NBA.com. April 17, 2022. April 17, 2022.
    77. Web site: Nuggets' Nikola Jokic wins 2021–22 Kia Most Valuable Player award . NBA.com . May 11, 2022 . May 11, 2022.
    78. Web site: Boston's Marcus Smart wins 2021–22 Kia Defensive Player of the Year award. NBA.com. April 18, 2022. April 19, 2022.
    79. Web site: Toronto's Scottie Barnes wins 2021–22 Kia Rookie of the Year award. NBA.com. April 23, 2022. April 23, 2022.
    80. Web site: Heat's Tyler Herro wins 2021–22 Kia Sixth Man of the Year award . NBA.com. May 4, 2022. May 4, 2022.
    81. Web site: Grizzlies' Ja Morant named 2021–22 Kia NBA Most Improved Player . NBA.com. April 25, 2022. April 25, 2022.
    82. Web site: Monty Williams of Phoenix Suns wins 2021–22 Coach of the Year award . NBA.com. May 9, 2022. May 9, 2022.
    83. Web site: Grizzlies' Zach Kleiman wins 2021–22 NBA Executive of the Year Award . NBA.com . May 12, 2022 . May 12, 2022.
    84. Web site: Patty Mills wins 2021–22 NBA Sportsmanship award. NBA.com. April 22, 2022. April 23, 2022.
    85. Web site: Bucks' Jrue Holiday wins 2021–22 Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year award . NBA.com. April 27, 2022. April 27, 2022.
    86. Web site: Gary Payton II named winner of new Bob Lanier Community Assist Award . NBA.com. May 31, 2022. May 31, 2022.
    87. Web site: Reggie Bullock wins 2021–22 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion award . NBA.com. May 22, 2022. May 22, 2022.
    88. Web site: 2022 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion finalists revealed . NBA.com . May 17, 2022. May 17, 2022.
    89. Web site: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic lead 2021–22 Kia All-NBA 1st Team . NBA.com. May 25, 2022. May 25, 2022.
    90. Web site: NBA announces 2021–22 All-Defensive 1st and 2nd Teams . NBA.com. May 21, 2022. May 21, 2022.
    91. Web site: Barnes, Cunningham, Mobley headline 2021–22 Kia NBA All-Rookie 1st Team. NBA.com. May 19, 2022. May 18, 2022.
    92. Web site: Stephen Curry, Miles Bridges named NBA Players of the Week . NBA.com. October 25, 2021. November 22, 2021.
    93. Web site: Rudy Gobert, Jimmy Butler named NBA Players of the Week . NBA.com. November 1, 2021. November 22, 2021.
    94. Web site: Paul George, Jarrett Allen named NBA Players of the Week . NBA.com. November 8, 2021. November 22, 2021.
    95. Web site: Kevin Durant, Stephen Curry named NBA Players of the Week . NBA.com. November 15, 2021. November 22, 2021.
    96. Web site: Damian Lillard, Giannis Antetokounmpo named NBA Players of the Week . NBA.com. November 23, 2021. November 23, 2021.
    97. Web site: Devin Booker, Trae Young named NBA Players of the Week . NBA.com. November 30, 2021. November 30, 2021.
    98. Web site: Donovan Mitchell, DeMar DeRozan named NBA Players of the Week . NBA.com. December 6, 2021. December 6, 2021.
    99. Web site: LeBron James, Domantas Sabonis named NBA Players of the Week . NBA.com. December 13, 2021. December 13, 2021.
    100. Web site: Jayson Tatum, Karl-Anthony Towns named NBA Players of the Week . NBA.com. December 20, 2021. December 20, 2021.
    101. Web site: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Kemba Walker named NBA Players of the Week . NBA.com. December 27, 2021. December 27, 2021.
    102. Web site: Ja Morant, DeMar DeRozan named NBA Players of the Week . NBA.com. January 3, 2022. January 3, 2022.
    103. Web site: Ja Morant, Fred VanVleet named NBA Players of the Week . NBA.com. January 10, 2022. January 10, 2022.
    104. Web site: Devin Booker, Darius Garland named NBA Players of the Week . NBA.com. January 17, 2022. January 17, 2022.
    105. Web site: Nikola Jokic, Trae Young named NBA Players of the Week. NBA.com. January 24, 2022. January 24, 2022.
    106. Web site: Joel Embiid, Chris Paul named NBA Players of the Week. NBA.com. January 31, 2022. January 31, 2022.
    107. Web site: Pascal Siakam, Brandon Ingram named NBA Players of the Week . NBA.com. February 7, 2022. February 7, 2022.
    108. Web site: Luka Doncic, DeMar DeRozan named NBA Players of the Week . NBA.com. February 14, 2022. February 14, 2022.
    109. Web site: Tatum, Towns named Players of the Week . NBA.com. March 7, 2022. March 7, 2022.
    110. Web site: Doncic, Durant named Players of the Week . NBA.com. March 14, 2022. March 14, 2022.
    111. Web site: Jayson Tatum, Karl-Anthony Towns named NBA Players of the Week . NBA.com. March 21, 2022. March 21, 2022.
    112. Web site: Devin Booker, Jayson Tatum named NBA Players of the Week . NBA.com. March 28, 2022. March 28, 2022.
    113. Web site: Nikola Jokic, Trae Young named NBA Players of the Week . NBA.com. April 4, 2022. April 4, 2022.
    114. Web site: Luka Doncic, Joel Embiid named NBA Players of the Week . NBA.com. April 11, 2022. April 11, 2022.
    115. Web site: Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant named NBA Players of the Month . NBA.com. December 2, 2021. December 2, 2021.
    116. Web site: Donovan Mitchell, Joel Embiid named NBA Players of the Month . NBA.com. January 4, 2022. January 4, 2022.
    117. Web site: Nikola Jokic, Joel Embiid named NBA Players of the Month. NBA.com. February 2, 2022. February 2, 2022.
    118. Web site: DeMar DeRozan, Luka Doncic named NBA Players of the Month for February . NBA.com. March 3, 2022. March 3, 2022.
    119. Web site: Nikola Jokic, Giannis Antetokounmpo named NBA Players of the Month for March and April . NBA.com. April 12, 2022. April 12, 2022.
    120. Web site: Evan Mobley, Josh Giddey named NBA Rookies of the Month . NBA.com. December 2, 2021. December 2, 2021.
    121. Web site: Franz Wagner, Josh Giddey named NBA Rookies of the Month . NBA.com. January 4, 2022 . January 4, 2022.
    122. Web site: Cade Cunningham, Josh Giddey named NBA Rookies of the Month . NBA.com. February 3, 2022 . February 3, 2022.
    123. Web site: Scottie Barnes, Josh Giddey named NBA Rookies of the Month for February . NBA.com. March 3, 2022 . March 3, 2022.
    124. Web site: Scottie Barnes, Jalen Green named NBA Rookies of the Month for March and April . NBA.com. April 11, 2022 . April 11, 2022.
    125. Web site: Monty Williams, Billy Donovan named NBA Coaches of the Month . NBA.com. December 3, 2021. December 3, 2021.
    126. Web site: Erik Spoelstra, Taylor Jenkins named NBA Coaches of the Month . NBA.com. January 4, 2022. January 4, 2022.
    127. Web site: Monty Williams, J.B. Bickerstaff named NBA Coaches of the Month . NBA.com. February 2, 2022. February 2, 2022.
    128. Web site: Ime Udoka, Quin Synder named NBA Coaches of the Month . NBA.com. March 3, 2022. March 3, 2022.
    129. Web site: Ime Udoka, Jason Kidd named NBA Coaches of the Month for March & April . NBA.com. April 12, 2022. April 12, 2022.
    130. Web site: Bradley . Daniel . September 27, 2021 . Indiana Pacers arena renamed Gainbridge Fieldhouse . July 23, 2023 . wrtv.com.
    131. Web site: Staples Center to be renamed Crypto.com Arena beginning December 25. NBA.com. November 16, 2021. November 17, 2021.
    132. Web site: Beguiristain . Joe . June 4, 2021 . Welcome To FTX Arena . June 29, 2021 . NBA.com.
    133. News: Bye-Bye AmericanAirlines Arena. It's Now FTX Arena. CBS 4 Miami. June 4, 2021. June 6, 2021.
    134. Web site: Thunder, Paycom Announce 15-Year Arena Naming Rights Agreement. NBA.com. July 27, 2021. August 1, 2021.
    135. News: Phoenix Suns Arena now called Footprint Center. Corrado. Brent. FOX 10 Phoenix. July 16, 2021. August 8, 2021.
    136. Web site: Raptors approved to play games in Toronto . Global News . September 16, 2021 . September 10, 2021.
    137. Web site: NBA extends television deals with ESPN, TNT. ESPN.com. February 14, 2016. July 12, 2020.
    138. Web site: Bucholtz . Andrew . August 20, 2021 . NBA on TNT schedule includes Bulls-Grizzlies and Bucks-Hawks MLK Jr. Day doubleheader, Tuesday fall games, 65 total games . August 21, 2021 . Awful Announcing.
    139. Web site: Warriors vs. Jazz Broadcast to Have All-Woman Crew for 1st Time in ESPN's History.
    140. Web site: Trail Blazers Announce New Television Broadcast Partnership with ROOT SPORTS . NBA.com . June 9, 2021 . June 8, 2021.
    141. Web site: Mark Jones Reflects on Historic NBA Finals Call . NBA.com . June 17, 2022. Bradley . Jonathan. June 13, 2022.
    142. Web site: Baer . Jack . June 8, 2022 . NBA Finals: ESPN's Mike Breen back after bout with COVID-19 . June 17, 2022 . Sports.yahoo.com.
    143. News: NBA drops Spalding as maker of official basketball after more than 30 years. Jabari. Young. CNBC. May 13, 2020. June 22, 2021.
    144. Wilson to become official game ball of the NBA, WNBA, NBA G League, NBA 2K League and Basketball Africa League. June 22, 2021. NBA.com. May 14, 2020.
    145. Web site: HEAT RE-SIGNS DUNCAN ROBINSON. NBA.com. October 12, 2021. August 6, 2021.
    146. Web site: Duncan Robinson Re-Signs With Heat on 5-Year, $90M Contract; Largest Ever for UDFA. live. October 6, 2021. Bleacher Report. https://web.archive.org/web/20210802231927/https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10009480-duncan-robinson-re-signs-with-heat-on-5-year-90m-contract-largest-ever-for-udfa. August 2, 2021.
    147. Web site: Mavericks sign Luka Doncic to $207 million contract extension. Dixon. Schuyler. September 23, 2022. October 21, 2021. NBA.com.
    148. Web site: Buddy Hield passes Peja Stojakovic for most made 3s in Kings franchise history. NBA.com. December 12, 2021.
    149. Web site: Nets guard James Harden claims 4th on career 3s list. live. October 24, 2021. NBA.com. https://web.archive.org/web/20211023173859/https://www.nba.com/news/nets-guard-james-harden-claims-4th-on-career-3s-list. October 23, 2021.
    150. Web site: Chris Paul first player in NBA history to reach 20,000 points and 10,000 assists. live. October 24, 2021. NBA.com. https://web.archive.org/web/20211023053300/https://www.nba.com/news/chris-paul-first-player-in-nba-history-to-reach-20000-points-and-10000-assists. October 23, 2021.
    151. Web site: NBA: Tyler Herro Is The First Player In Miami Heat History To Do This. Stinar. Ben. live. October 24, 2021. Sports Illustrated. https://web.archive.org/web/20211024151556/https://www.si.com/nba/pacers/news/nba-tyler-herro-is-the-first-player-in-miami-heat-history-to-do-this. October 24, 2021.
    152. Web site: McMenamin . Dave . October 25, 2021 . Lakers' Carmelo Anthony passes Moses Malone for 9th on all-time scoring list: 'Still here doing it' in Year 19 . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20211025075225/https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/32470561/lakers-carmelo-anthony-passes-moses-malone-9th-all-scoring-list-here-doing-year-19 . October 25, 2021 . October 25, 2021 . ESPN.com.
    153. Web site: Barnes . Evan . October 24, 2021 . Ja Morant's 40 points, 10 assists not enough in Grizzlies' loss to LeBron James, Lakers . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20211025083118/https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/sports/nba/grizzlies/2021/10/25/memphis-grizzlies-live-updates-vs-los-angeles-lakers-score-ja-morant-lebron-james-nba/8477100002/ . October 25, 2021 . October 26, 2021 . The Commercial Appeal.
    154. Web site: Joe Harris passes Jason Kidd as Nets' all-time leader in 3-pointers made. live. October 30, 2021. NBA.com. https://web.archive.org/web/20211028033743/https://www.nba.com/news/joe-harris-becomes-nets-all-time-3-point-king. October 28, 2021.
    155. Web site: Chris Paul passes Steve Nash for 3rd place on NBA's all-time assist list. live. November 3, 2021. NBA.com. https://web.archive.org/web/20211103072907/https://www.nba.com/news/chris-paul-passes-steve-nash-for-3rd-place-on-nbas-all-time-assist-list. November 3, 2021.
    156. Web site: Doc Rivers becomes 10th coach in NBA history to reach 1,000 wins. live. November 7, 2021. NBA.com. https://web.archive.org/web/20211107174015/https://www.nba.com/news/doc-rivers-becomes-10th-coach-in-nba-history-to-reach-1000-wins. November 7, 2021.
    157. Web site: Sam . Doric . November 25, 2021 . Nets' Kevin Durant Passes Allen Iverson for 25th on NBA's All-Time Scoring List . December 12, 2021 . Bleacher Report.
    158. Web site: Grizzlies set NBA record with 73-point victory over Thunder. NBA.com. December 3, 2021. December 2, 2021.
    159. News: Gameday Rundown: The Milwaukee Back-To-Back. NBA.com. December 4, 2021. December 4, 2021.
    160. Web site: December 9, 2021. LeBron James records 100th career triple-double in loss vs. Grizzlies. January 4, 2022. The Athletic.
    161. Web site: Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry passes Ray Allen as NBA's all-time 3-point king. ESPN. Friedell. Nick. December 14, 2021. December 14, 2021.
    162. News: Stephen Curry Becomes NBA's All-Time 3-Point Leader. NBA.com. December 14, 2021. December 15, 2021.
    163. Web site: December 16, 2021 . The longest game-winning buzzer-beaters in NBA history, with Devonte’ Graham’s 61-footer .
    164. Web site: Allen. Quinn. December 18, 2021. Steph Curry Proves Again Why He's The GOAT Shooter. January 4, 2022. ClutchPoints.
    165. Web site: December 28, 2021. The Road To 3,000 3-Pointers and Beyond. January 4, 2022. NBA.com.
    166. Web site: Thanawalla. Ali. December 29, 2021. Mr. 3000: Steph becomes first to milestone 3-point mark. January 4, 2022. NBC Sports.
    167. News: December 28, 2021. Monroe record 541st NBA player used in a season. January 4, 2022. ESPN.com.
    168. News: Bumbaca. Chris. December 28, 2021. Greg Monroe debuts for Minnesota Timberwolves, setting NBA record for number of players in a season. January 4, 2022. USA Today.
    169. Web site: Quinn. Sam. December 27, 2021. Thunder's Josh Giddey posts scoreless double-double, becoming second NBA player in history to do so. January 4, 2022. CBS Sports.
    170. News: Li. Joyce. December 29, 2021. LeBron James Becomes Third Player in NBA History To Reach 36,000 Career Points. January 4, 2022. Yahoo! Sports. Yahoo!.
    171. Web site: Kulkarni. Divij. December 30, 2021. LeBron James Becomes Youngest NBA Player Ever To Reach 36,000 Points. January 11, 2022. Fadeaway World.
    172. Web site: Singh. Shailesh. January 1, 2022. LeBron James joins Michael Jordan in the legendary old man list after his banging performance against Blazers. January 4, 2022. FirstSportz.
    173. Web site: Botkin. Brad. January 1, 2022. Warriors' Stephen Curry breaks own NBA record by hitting 3-pointer in 158th consecutive game. January 4, 2022. CBS Sports.
    174. Web site: November 5, 2016. Steph Curry's Streak of 157 Consecutive Games with 3-Pointer Snapped vs. Lakers. January 4, 2022. Bleacher Report.
    175. News: DeRozan beats the buzzer again, giving Bulls 7 straight wins. ESPN.com. Associated Press. January 1, 2022. January 1, 2022.
    176. Web site: Kaskey-Blomain. Michael. January 3, 2022. Thunder rookie Josh Giddey becomes youngest player in NBA history to record a triple-double. January 4, 2022. CBS Sports.
    177. Web site: Singh. Raahib. January 3, 2022. 'Josh Giddey becomes the youngest since Luka Doncic to achieve this huge feat!': The Thunder rookie becomes only the second teenager to lead the game in points, rebounds, and assist in a single game. January 4, 2022. The SportsRush.
    178. Web site: Krishnamurthy. Aaditya. January 3, 2022. LeBron James Is Both The Youngest And The Oldest Player In NBA History To Average 25+ Points Per Game. January 11, 2022. Fadeaway World.
    179. Web site: Krishnamurthy. Aaditya. January 3, 2022. LeBron James Surpasses Oscar Robertson To Become 4th On The All-Time Free-Throw List. January 11, 2022. Fadeaway World.
    180. Web site: Quinn. Sam. January 5, 2022. Lakers' Russell Westbrook has first game without a turnover since 2016 in win over Kings. January 11, 2022. CBS Sports.
    181. Web site: Sengupta. Tonoy. January 5, 2022. 'Russell Westbrook had 0 turnovers for the first time in 408 games!': ESPN uncovers incredible stat after Lakers' star's recent performance vs Kings. January 11, 2022. The Sports Rush.
    182. Web site: Smith. Brook. January 8, 2022. Lakers: This LeBron James Stat Proves He is Beating Father Time. January 11, 2022. Sports Illustrated.
    183. Web site: Ricks. William E.. January 8, 2022. LeBron James enters the NBA's top-10 all-time in steals. January 11, 2022. ESPN.com.
    184. Web site: Guinhawa. Angelo. January 7, 2022. Trae Young breaks Dominique Wilkins' Hawks record vs. Lakers. ClutchPoints. March 16, 2022.
    185. Web site: Jajodia. Advait. January 8, 2022. 'Now that Trae Young has surpassed Wilkins, is it right to call him the best player in Hawks history?!': NBA Twitter applauds the 23-year-old for setting a new franchise record with 17 straight 25-point games. The Sports Rush. March 16, 2022.
    186. Web site: Youngmisuk. Ohm. Golden State Warriors' Klay Thompson scores 17 points, punctuates return with 'vicious' dunk. ESPN.com. January 10, 2022. January 9, 2022.
    187. Web site: Wimbish. Jasmyn. January 10, 2022. Lakers' LeBron James passes Oscar Robertson for seventh on NBA all-time assists list. January 11, 2022. CBS Sports.
    188. Web site: Murty. Akash. January 16, 2022. 'James Harden crosses Ray Allen on the all-time 3-point missed list': Brooklyn Nets guard gets past the Hall of Fame shooter but not in the category he would have aimed for. January 16, 2022. The SportsRush.
    189. News: January 20, 2022. 'Unbelievable' Joel Embiid matches career high with 50 points in 27 minutes. January 20, 2022. The Guardian. Associated Press.
    190. Web site: January 20, 2022. 'Unbelievable from the start,' Joel Embiid scores 50 points in 27 minutes as Philadelphia 76ers win. January 20, 2022. ESPN.com. ESPN News Service.
    191. Web site: January 20, 2022. Joel Embiid Ties Career High With 50 Points In Just 27 Minutes Against Magic. January 20, 2022. Sports Illustrated. Associated Press.
    192. Web site: January 20, 2022. LeBron James reaches 10,000 career rebounds vs. Pacers. January 20, 2022. NBA.com.
    193. News: Stalnicovitz. Dan Fridman. January 20, 2022. Another milestone in LeBron James' career as he reaches 10,000 rebounds. January 20, 2022. Marca.
    194. Web site: Julka. Arjun. January 20, 2022. 'LeBron James becomes the first player in NBA history to record 30K points, 10K rebounds, and 9K assists': The 37-year old was the only saving grace in the Lakers' embarrassing loss to the Pacers. January 20, 2022. The SportsRush.
    195. Web site: Ryan. Brandon. January 24, 2022. NBA: Chris Paul all-time leader in games 20 points, 10 assists, no losses. Arout. January 24, 2022.
    196. News: Stalnicovitz . Dan Fridman . January 21, 2022 . Dwight Howard Lakers: What huge milestone did he achieve last night against Pacers? . Marca . January 24, 2022.
    197. Web site: Dwight Howard climbs to 10th on all-time rebounding list. NBA.com. January 22, 2022. January 24, 2022.
    198. News: Singh. Sanjesh. January 22, 2022. Dwight Howard Lakers: What huge milestone did he achieve last night against Pacers?. USA Today. January 24, 2022.
    199. Web site: Richardson. Shandel. January 23, 2022. Jimmy Butler Sets Miami Heat Career Triple-Doubles Record Against Lakers. January 24, 2022. Sports Illustrated.
    200. Web site: Jajodia. Advaid. January 26, 2022. 'To have a player like Nikola Jokic is a luxury': Michael Malone commends the Nuggets MVP as he accomplishes yet another special feat in the 110–105 win over the Pistons. The SportsRush. January 26, 2022.
    201. News: Robinson. Aaron. January 27, 2022. Kelly Oubre & LaMelo highlight crazy Wednesday. Yahoo! Sports. January 28, 2022. January 28, 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220128063135/https://sports.yahoo.com/kelly-oubre-lamelo-highlight-crazy-103137062.html. dead.
    202. Web site: Matange. Yash. January 27, 2022. By The Numbers: Hornets pour franchise-record 158 points on Pacers, sweep season series. Sporting News. January 28, 2022.
    203. News: Westbrook scores 30 in second half but Hornets hold off Lakers push for win. Yahoo! Sports. January 29, 2022. January 29, 2022. January 30, 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220130063922/https://sports.yahoo.com/westbrook-scores-30-second-half-140053476.html. dead.
    204. Web site: Raptors survive Jimmy Butler's triple-double to beat Heat in triple overtime. The Athletic. January 30, 2022. January 30, 2022.
    205. News: Wimbish. Jasmyn. January 30, 2022. Raptors outlast Heat in wild triple-overtime thriller; all five Toronto starters play over 50 minutes in win. CBS Sports. January 30, 2022.
    206. News: Wimbish. Jasmyn. February 1, 2022. Thunder's Josh Giddey joins LeBron James, Luka Doncic in exclusive club in win over Trail Blazers. CBS Sports. February 5, 2022.
    207. News: Fuller. Marcus. February 3, 2022. Trent Jr.'s historic streak of 30-point NBA games traces to Dad, KG. Yahoo! Sports. February 3, 2022.
    208. News: Wolf. Jordan. February 4, 2022. Gregg Popovich becomes first coach in NBA history with 1,500 wins. MSN. February 5, 2022.
    209. Web site: February 5, 2022. Luka Doncic posted his 44th career triple-double to lead to Mavs to win over the Sixers. Eurohoops. February 5, 2022.
    210. Web site: McMenamin. Dave. February 12, 2022. LeBron James passes Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for most combined points in regular season and playoffs. ESPN.com. February 13, 2022.
    211. Web site: Collier. Jamal. February 12, 2022. Chicago Bulls star DeMar DeRozan gets 5th straight game with at least 35 points, joins Michael Jordan on team list. ESPN.com. February 13, 2022.
    212. Web site: Stinar. Ben. November 22, 2021. What? DeMar DeRozan Passed Michael Jordan On This List In The Chicago Bulls Win Over The New York Knicks On Sunday. Sports Illustrated. February 13, 2022.
    213. Web site: NBA roundup: Warriors edge Lakers in thrilling finish. February 13, 2022. February 13, 2022. KDAL. It was the 1,332nd career victory for Spurs coach Gregg Popovich, tying him with Lenny Wilkens for second place in NBA history ... ..
    214. News: Singer. Mike. February 12, 2022. Nuggets fall to Celtics, spoiling Nikola Jokic's 15th triple-double. Denver Post. February 21, 2022.
    215. Web site: Snow. Taylor. February 16, 2022. C's Crush Sixers by 48 Points, Setting Several Records in The Process. NBA.com. February 21, 2022.
    216. Web site: Josh Giddey youngest with two straight triple-doubles as Thunder drop Knicks at Madison Square Garden. ESPN.com. February 15, 2022. February 21, 2022.
    217. Web site: Schaefer . Rob . February 14, 2022 . 10 Observations: Bulls Win 4th Straight Behind DeRozan Masterpiece . February 15, 2022 . NBC Chicago.
    218. Web site: Johnson. K. C.. February 14, 2022. Bulls' DeMar DeRozan Ties Wilt Chamberlain's NBA Scoring Record. NBC Chicago. February 15, 2022.
    219. News: Botkin. Brad. February 17, 2022. Bulls' DeMar DeRozan makes NBA history with 35-point scoring streak not even Wilt Chamberlain could match. CBS Sports. February 21, 2022.
    220. Web site: Silva. Orlando. February 17, 2022. Lou Williams Has The Most Games Played Off The Bench With 985. Fadeaway World. February 21, 2022.
    221. Web site: Samillano. Gerard. February 17, 2022. Heat forward Duncan Robinson shatters 3-point record not even Stephen Curry did. Clutch Points. February 21, 2022.
    222. Web site: Aston . Ryan . Heat Star Duncan Robinson Hits Milestone in Record Time . Heavy.com . May 27, 2022 . February 18, 2022.
    223. Web site: February 20, 2022. Stephen Curry sets NBA All-Star Game record for 3-pointers made. February 21, 2022. WKYC. Axelrod. Ben.
    224. Web site: February 20, 2022. Stephen Curry puts on show, shatters records with All-Star 3-point barrage. February 21, 2022. NBA.com.
    225. News: Curry wins MVP with 16 threes in a 50-point all-star performance. France24. Agence France-Presse. February 21, 2022. February 21, 2022.
    226. Web site: Bulls' DeMar DeRozan extends historic scoring streak in win vs. Hawks. The Athletic. February 25, 2022. February 25, 2022.
    227. News: Johnson. K. C.. February 25, 2022. DeRozan adds game-winner to historic scoring streak. NBC Sports. February 25, 2022.
    228. Web site: Jackson. Wilton. February 25, 2022. DeMar DeRozan's Late-Game Jumper Secures Bulls' Victory Against Hawks. Sports Illustrated. February 25, 2022.
    229. Kidane. Benyam. February 27, 2022. By The Numbers: Inside DeMar DeRozan's historic scoring streak for the Bulls. Sporting News. March 6, 2022.
    230. News: Bulls' DeMar DeRozan: Streak of 30's comes to end. CBS Sports. March 1, 2022. March 6, 2022.
    231. News: Silva. Orlando. March 4, 2022. Joel Embiid, James Harden And Tyrese Maxey Have Posted Incredible Numbers In Their First 3 Games: 'The New Philadelphia 76ers Big 3 Is Scary'. Fadeway World. March 6, 2022.
    232. Kidane. Benyamin. March 5, 2022. 76ers' Tyrese Maxey is averaging video-game numbers alongside James Harden. Sporting News. March 7, 2022.
    233. Web site: Kosel. Oleh. March 6, 2022. Pelicans seek first 5-game winning streak since 2017–18 season. The Bird Writes. March 7, 2022.
    234. Web site: DeMarcus Cousins has first 30-point game since 2018. Yahoo! Sports. March 5, 2022. March 6, 2022.
    235. Web site: Acedera. Shane. March 5, 2022. DeMarcus Cousins Play Best Game Since 2018 in First Nuggets Start. The Sports Geek. March 7, 2022.
    236. Web site: Denver Nuggets Game Notes. NBA. March 7, 2022. 4. March 7, 2022.
    237. Web site: Acedera. Shane. March 5, 2022. LeBron Drops 56 as Lakers Score Upset of Warriors. The Sports Geek. March 6, 2022.
    238. Web site: Krishnamurthy. Aaditya. March 7, 2022. Michael Jordan And LeBron James Are The Only Players To Score 50 Points In Three Different Decades. Fadeway World. March 7, 2022. Yardbarker.
    239. Web site: Buha. Jovan. March 6, 2022. LeBron James' monster game halts Lakers' skid: 'I don't give a damn about the 56. I'm just happy we got a win'. The Athletic. March 7, 2022.
    240. Web site: Hansen. James. March 6, 2022. Bojan Bogdanovic powers Jazz past Thunder with 11 3-pointers. SLC Dunk. March 7, 2022.
    241. Web site: Croatia's Bojan Bogdanović creates NBA history. Croatia Week. March 7, 2022. March 7, 2022.
    242. Scott. Jelani. March 6, 2022. Kevin Durant Becomes 23rd Player to Reach 25K points in Nets' Loss to Celtics. Sports Illustrated. March 7, 2022.
    243. Web site: Gregg Popovich passes Don Nelson for No. 1 all time in coaching wins. NBA.com. Wright. Michael C.. March 11, 2022. March 11, 2022.
    244. News: March 11, 2022 . Gregg Popovich surpasses Don Nelson for most wins in NBA coaching history . Associates Press . March 15, 2022 . Los Angeles Times.
    245. Web site: Reedy . Joe . March 12, 2022 . LeBron puts on show, drops 50 in Lakers win . March 15, 2022 . NBA.com.
    246. News: LeBron's 50-point night in Lakers' win takes Bernard King out of record book. Associated Press. March 12, 2022. March 15, 2022. New York Post.
    247. Web site: LeBron James becomes the only member of the 30K-10K-10K club. NBA.com. Martin. Brian. March 11, 2022. March 15, 2022. . Updated March 15, 2022.
    248. Web site: LeBron James becomes first player in NBA history to notch 10,000 career points, rebounds and assists. CBS Sports. Quinn. Sam. March 14, 2022. March 15, 2022.
    249. Web site: Karl-Anthony Towns, Trae Young, Steph Curry make NBA history with scoring outbursts. NBA.com. March 15, 2022. March 16, 2022.
    250. Web site: Walsh. Erin. Karl-Anthony Towns Drops Franchise-Record 60 Points in Timberwolves' Win over Spurs. Bleacher Report. March 15, 2022. March 15, 2022.
    251. Web site: Timberwolves' Karl-Anthony Towns goes for career-high 60 in win over Spurs. NBA.com. March 15, 2022. March 15, 2022.
    252. News: Zilgitt. Jeff. Kyrie Irving scores career- and franchise-high 60 points as Brooklyn Nets rout Orlando Magic. USA Today. March 16, 2022. March 16, 2022.
    253. Web site: Youngmisuk. Ohm. March 20, 2022. LeBron passes Malone, now No. 2 on scoring list. ESPN. March 31, 2022.
    254. Web site: Giannis Antetokounmpo passes Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as Bucks' all-time scoring leader. NBA.com. March 31, 2022. March 31, 2022.
    255. Web site: Nikola Jokic becomes 1st player in NBA history with 2,000 points, 1,000 rebounds and 500 assists in season. NBA.com. April 7, 2022. April 7, 2022.
    256. Web site: Michael Malone Pushes MVP Case For Nuggets Star Nikola Jokić Following NBA Record. NBA.com. April 9, 2022. April 11, 2022.
    257. Web site: 2021–22 Hollinger NBA Player Statistics – All Players. ESPN.com. April 11, 2022. July 23, 2023.
    258. Web site: 2021–22 NBA Leaders. Basketball Reference. Sports Reference. April 11, 2022. April 11, 2022.
    259. Web site: Hodge. Stuart. April 9, 2022. Joel Embiid becomes NBA scoring title favourite over LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo as LeBron's season ends. Sky Sports. April 10, 2022.
    260. McGregor. Gilbert. April 9, 2022. NBA scoring title tracker: LeBron James, Joel Embiid, Giannis Antetokounmpo entrenched in historic race. The Sporting News. April 10, 2022.
    261. Web site: Martin. Brian. April 10, 2022. Scoring Title Tracker: Historically close 3-player chase narrows. NBA.com. April 10, 2022.
    262. Web site: Bontemps. Tim. April 11, 2022. Joel Embiid wins NBA scoring title for first time, becomes first center since Shaq to claim crown. NBA.com. April 11, 2022.
    263. Web site: Helin. Kurt. April 10, 2022. 76ers celebrate Joel Embiid's scoring title, push Kia MVP contention. NBA.com. April 10, 2022.
    264. Web site: Martin. Brian. April 11, 2022. Scoring Title Tracker: Joel Embiid becomes 1st center since Shaquille O'Neal to win honors. NBA.com. April 10, 2022.
    265. Web site: Pauvarel. Camille. April 11, 2022. Cameroonian Joel Embiid wins NBA scoring title. Africanews. April 11, 2022.
    266. Web site: Martin. Brian. April 11, 2022. Joel Embiid officially becomes first center since Shaq to win scoring title. NBC Sports. April 10, 2022.
    267. Web site: Clancy. Shamus. April 10, 2022. Joel Embiid wins NBA scoring title. Philly Voice. April 11, 2022.
    268. Web site: Quinn. Sam. April 11, 2022. 76ers' Joel Embiid secures NBA scoring title, becomes first center to accomplish feat since Shaquille O'Neal. CBS Sports. April 11, 2022.
    269. News: Associated Press. April 11, 2022. 76ers' Joel Embiid wins NBA scoring title. USA Today. April 10, 2022.
    270. Web site: Quinn. Sam. April 8, 2022. LeBron James ends bid for historic scoring title; Lakers rule him out for rest of season to rehab ankle injury. CBS Sports. April 10, 2022.
    271. News: Associated Press. April 8, 2022. Lakers' LeBron James to miss final two games with ankle injury, loses out on scoring title. USA Today. April 10, 2022.
    272. News: Hodge. Stuart. April 11, 2022. Joel Embiid wins NBA scoring title ahead of LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo. Sky Sports. April 10, 2022.
    273. Web site: 5 things analytics say about Tyus Jones' game. July 26, 2023.
    274. Web site: Inpredictable advanced analytics rankings. December 3, 2023.
    275. Web site: April 11, 2022 . Trae Young becomes second player to lead the NBA in points and assists . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20230926193711/https://sports.yahoo.com/trae-young-becomes-second-player-070917318.html . September 26, 2023 . September 26, 2023 . www.yahoo.com.

    This article is licensed under the GNU Free Documentation License. It uses material from the Wikipedia article "2021–22 NBA season".

    Except where otherwise indicated, Everything.Explained.Today is © Copyright 2009-2024, A B Cryer, All Rights Reserved. Cookie policy.