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NBA

American

National Basketball Association.
Also N.B.A. National Book Award.
National Boxing Association.

NBA British

abbreviation

(in the US) National Basketball Association
(the former) Net Book Agreement

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Reigning NBA champions Thunder claimed a commanding 139-96 victory, helped by 28 points from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, as they improved their league-best record to 61-16.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Lakers star Luka Doncic has pushed himself to the front of the NBA most valuable player conversation, but is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander poised to win again?

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Four of the past seven NBA most valuable player awards have gone to international players.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Ivey was regarded as one of the brightest prospects in the NBA when he was chosen with the fifth pick of the draft by Detroit in 2022.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

Sometimes, when I need a minute, I like to pretend that Reggie Miller and Kevin Harlan, my favorite NBA commentators, give color commentary for my life.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan

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