“The competition in the ABA was always great. The four teams that survived the merger (San Antonio Spurs, Denver Nuggets, Indiana Pacers, New York Nets) they’re all worthy and I pull for them today no matter who they’re against. This year when San Antonio was playing New York, even though I’m from New York, I was pulling for San Antonio just because they were an ABA franchise.”
NBA and ABA legend Julius Erving sat down with @JeffZillgitt to discuss the 50th anniversary of the merger and more.
One year ago today...
Luka Dončić joined Kobe Bryant and Elgin Baylor as the ONLY Lakers to score 40+ in a season-opener 🤩
Luka opens his 2026-27 campaign TONIGHT at 10pm/et on ESPN!
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The NBA is deeply saddened by the passing of Naismith Hall of Famer Cliff Hagan, a five-time All-Star who spent his entire 10-year NBA career with the St. Louis Hawks. Cliff played a key role in St. Louis’ 1958 NBA championship. He also won an NCAA championship at Kentucky and later served as a player-coach in the ABA. We extend our heartfelt condolences to Cliff’s loved ones and the entire Hawks organization.
In 2024, this fan might have claimed the throne as @russwest44's #1 supporter 🤯
One week out from the 2026-27 NBA season! Rep your favorite threads and post them on social for NBA Jersey Day on Oct. 19 and tune in for @AmericanExpress NBA Tip-Off on Oct. 20 at 3pm/et on NBC and Peacock.
“That man stuck with me right there."
Winning the 2008 NBA Championship was memorable… but smoking a cigar gifted by the legendary Red Auerbach?? THAT’S NEXT LEVEL ☘️🔥
Happy 65th birthday to @Hoophall Class of 2026 inductee, @DocRivers!
1 NBA title.
2 Finals trips.
6 special seasons.
When Ray Allen, Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett were on hand to support their head coach Doc Rivers at his @Hoophall enshrinement last August... Happy 65th birthday, Doc 🥳
Join us in wishing a Happy 49th Birthday to 10x NBA All-Star, 2007-08 NBA Champion, 2008 NBA Finals MVP and 75th Anniversary Team member, Paul Pierce!
On this day in 2014...
Stephen Curry shows off his range and gets Kobe Bryant’s stamp of respect on the way back down the floor 🤝
Join us in wishing a Happy 54th Birthday to 7x NBA All-Star, 1994-95 Co-Rookie of the Year and @Hoophall inductee, Grant Hill!
Join us in wishing a Happy 38th Birthday to 3x NBA All-Star, 2010-11 Kia NBA MVP and 2008-09 Kia NBA Rookie of the Year, Derrick Rose!
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Happy 100th Birthday, Dad.
Chuck Cooper was the first Black player drafted into the NBA, its first official act of integration. With fellow HOFers Clifton & Lloyd, they integrated the league in 1950.
Legacy continues Feb. 3: @DetroitPistons vs @nyknicks in the Pioneers Classic.
"I led the league in scoring... led the league in rebounding... I felt that I was not strong enough, so I started exercising with weights."
"There are not many people who would do that."
Bob Pettit's RELENTLESS drive was at the core of what made him one of the all-time greats.
2x NBA Champion.
1974-75 Kia NBA MVP.
5x All-Star.
2x All-NBA.
1972-73 Kia Rookie of the Year.
3x NBA scoring leader.
NBA 75th Anniversary Team.
Happy 75th birthday to the legendary big man, Bob McAdoo!
“Every Celtic burst was answered by an unstoppable Bob Pettit.”
April 12, 1958:
Bob Pettit delivered one of NBA history’s most iconic performances, scoring 50 points in Game 6 of the NBA Finals to lead the St. Louis Hawks to their first & only NBA Championship!
The NBA's first MVP. The prototype power forward.
@powell2dapeople recounts the life and legacy of one of the giants of the game, Naismith Hall of Famer and NBA 75 Team member, Bob Pettit.
Read here: nba.smart.link/tkql3dhx3
