LOOK: Joe Biden awards Magic Johnson the Medal Of Freedom and other pictures of the day in the NBA
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WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 4: Former NBA player Earvin "Magic" Johnson gestures while receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom from U.S. President Joe Biden in the East Room of the White House on January 4, 2025 in Washington, DC. President Biden is awarding 18 recipients with the nation's highest civilian honor. (Photo by Tom Brenner/Getty Images)
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Sierra Canyons Bryce James (5), the son of NBA player LeBron James, stands with his teammates by the bench before the game between Sierra Canyon and Bartlett High School during Memphis Hoopfest in Eads, Tenn., on Friday, January 3, 2025
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Pace Academys head coach Raymond Felton, a former NBA player, says hello to Memphis basketball head coach Penny Hardaway after the game between Briarcrest Christian School and Pace Academy during Memphis Hoopfest in Eads, Tenn., on Friday, January 3, 2025
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Sierra Canyons Bryce James, the son of NBA player LeBron James, jump to block Bartletts Bryson Johnson (4) as he goes for a layup during the game between Sierra Canyon and Bartlett High School during Memphis Hoopfest in Eads, Tenn., on Friday, January 3, 2025
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Pace Academys head coach Raymond Felton, a former NBA player, and Memphis basketball head coach Penny Hardaway laugh together after the game between Briarcrest Christian School and Pace Academy during Memphis Hoopfest in Eads, Tenn., on Friday, January 3, 2025
NBA: New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls
Tee shirts adorn the seats in honor of Chicago Bulls and New York Knicks former player Derrick Rose who will be honored at halftime in a game between the Chicago Bulls and the New York Knicks at United Center.
NBA: New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls
Tee shirts adorn the seats in honor of former Chicago Bulls and New York Knicks Derrick Rose who will be honored at halftime in a game between the Chicago Bulls and the New York Knicks at United Center.
NBA: New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls
Chicago Bulls forward Julian Phillips (15) walks into the United Center before the game against the New York Knicks.
NBA: Denver Nuggets at San Antonio Spurs
Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (4) enters Frost Bank Center before a game against the San Antonio Spurs.
NBA: Denver Nuggets at San Antonio Spurs
Denver Nuggets center DeAndre Jordan (6) enters Frost Bank Center before a game against the San Antonio Spurs.
NBA: Philadelphia 76ers at Brooklyn Nets
Brooklyn Nets forward Noah Clowney (21) warms up before the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Barclays Center.
NBA: New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls
Chicago Bulls forward Talen Horton-Tucker (22) walks into the United Center before the game against the New York Knicks.
NBA: Philadelphia 76ers at Brooklyn Nets
Brooklyn Nets forward Noah Clowney (21) warms up before the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Barclays Center.
NBA: Philadelphia 76ers at Brooklyn Nets
Philadelphia 76ers guard Reggie Jackson (00) warms up before the game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center.
NBA: Philadelphia 76ers at Brooklyn Nets
Philadelphia 76ers guard Ricky Council IV (14) warms up before the game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center.
NBA: Philadelphia 76ers at Brooklyn Nets
Philadelphia 76ers guard Ricky Council IV (14) warms up before the game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center.
NBA: New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls
New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau walks into the United Center before the game against the Chicago Bulls.
NBA: New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls
New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) walks into the United Center before the game against the Chicago Bulls.
NBA: New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls
New York Knicks guard Tyler Kolek right, and forward Jacob Toppin (00) walk into the United Center before the game against the Chicago Bulls.
NBA: New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls
New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) walks into the United Center before the game against the Chicago Bulls.
NBA: New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls
Chicago Bulls forward Dalen Terry (25) walks into the United Center before the game against the New York Knicks.
NBA: Memphis Grizzlies at Golden State Warriors
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) drives to the basket during a game against the Golden State Warriors in the fourth quarter at Chase Center.
NBA: Atlanta Hawks at Los Angeles Clippers
Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden (1) dribbles the ball against Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (5) during the first half at Intuit Dome.
NBA: Atlanta Hawks at Los Angeles Clippers
Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden (1) shoots the ball against Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (5) during the first half at Intuit Dome.
NBA: Memphis Grizzlies at Golden State Warriors
Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaylen Wells (0) shoots a jumpshot over Golden State Warriors guard Dennis Schroder (71) in the fourth quarter at Chase Center.
NBA: Memphis Grizzlies at Golden State Warriors
Golden State Warriors forward Lindy Waters III (43) celebrates after making a three pointer against the Memphis Grizzlies in the fourth quarter at Chase Center.
NBA: Philadelphia 76ers at Brooklyn Nets
Brooklyn Nets guard Tyrese Martin (13) goes to the basket after the game Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) during the second half at Barclays Center.
NBA: Portland Trail Blazers at Milwaukee Bucks
Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (1) passes the ball away from Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) in the second quarter at Fiserv Forum.
NBA: Atlanta Hawks at Los Angeles Clippers
Los Angeles Clippers guard Norman Powell (24) drives to the basket between Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (15) and forward Zaccharie Risacher (10) during the first half at Intuit Dome.
NBA: Atlanta Hawks at Los Angeles Clippers
Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) shoots the ball over Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) during the first quarter at Intuit Dome.
NBA: Atlanta Hawks at Los Angeles Clippers
Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) controls the ball against Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) during the first quarter at Intuit Dome.
NBA: Philadelphia 76ers at Brooklyn Nets
Brooklyn Nets guard Tyrese Martin (13) shoots the ball asPhiladelphia 76ers forward Paul George (8) defends during the second half at Barclays Center.
NBA: Portland Trail Blazers at Milwaukee Bucks
Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (1) takes a shot against Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) in he second quarter at Fiserv Forum.
NBA: Minnesota Timberwolves at Detroit Pistons
Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) passes defended by Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo (0) in the first half at Little Caesars Arena.
NBA: Minnesota Timberwolves at Detroit Pistons
Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley (5) reacts in the first half against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Little Caesars Arena.
NBA: Memphis Grizzlies at Golden State Warriors
Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane (22) drives to the basket against Golden State Warriors guard Kyle Anderson (1) in the fourth quarter at Chase Center.
NBA: Minnesota Timberwolves at Detroit Pistons
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) dribbles defended by Detroit Pistons guard Marcus Sasser (25) in the second half at Little Caesars Arena.
NBA: Minnesota Timberwolves at Detroit Pistons
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) dribbles defended by Detroit Pistons guard Marcus Sasser (25) in the second half at Little Caesars Arena.
NBA: Portland Trail Blazers at Milwaukee Bucks
Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe (17) and guard Anfernee Simons (1) looks on in the fourth quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum.
NBA: Denver Nuggets at San Antonio Spurs
San Antonio Spurs guard Devin Vassell (24) drives to the basket against Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) during the second half at Frost Bank Center.
NBA: Minnesota Timberwolves at Detroit Pistons
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) is defended by Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart (28) in the second half at Little Caesars Arena.
NBA: Denver Nuggets at San Antonio Spurs
Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. (1) shoots the ball over San Antonio Spurs forward forward Julian Champagnie (30) during the second half at Frost Bank Center.
NBA: Utah Jazz at Miami Heat
Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (3) runs the offense against the Miami Heat during the first half at Kaseya Center.
NBA: Utah Jazz at Miami Heat
Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) looks to pass the ball as Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (3) defends during the first half at Kaseya Center.
NBA: Utah Jazz at Miami Heat
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (23) defends Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier (2) during the first half at Kaseya Center.
NBA: Utah Jazz at Miami Heat
Utah Jazz forward Brice Sensabaugh (28) looks to pas the ball as Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic (5) defends during the first half at Kaseya Center.
NBA: Utah Jazz at Miami Heat
Utah Jazz forward Brice Sensabaugh (28) takes a shot over Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic (5) during the first half at Kaseya Center.
NBA: Utah Jazz at Miami Heat
Official Jenna Schroeder (20) keeps an eye on the game between the Miami Heat and the Utah Jazz during the first half at Kaseya Center.
NBA: Utah Jazz at Miami Heat
Utah Jazz forward Brice Sensabaugh (28) slips and falls out of bounds against the Miami Heat during the first half at Kaseya Center.
NBA: New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls
Chicago Bulls forward Dalen Terry (25) shoots the ball against New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) during the second half at United Center.
NBA: New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls
Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (3) shoots the ball against New York Knicks guard Landry Shamet (44) during the second half at United Center.
NBA: Phoenix Suns at Indiana Pacers
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) controls the ball against Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell (9) in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
NBA: Portland Trail Blazers at Milwaukee Bucks
Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (9) fouls Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (1) in the final minute of the fourth quarter at Fiserv Forum.
NBA: Utah Jazz at Miami Heat
Official Kevin Scott (24) keeps an eye on the game between the Miami Heat and the Utah Jazz during the first half at Kaseya Center.
NBA: Denver Nuggets at San Antonio Spurs
San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) dunks against the Denver Nuggets during the second half at Frost Bank Center.
NBA: Denver Nuggets at San Antonio Spurs
San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) dunks against the Denver Nuggets during the second half at Frost Bank Center.
NBA: Phoenix Suns at Indiana Pacers
Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) shoots the ball against Phoenix Suns guard Monte Morris (23) in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
NBA: Phoenix Suns at Indiana Pacers
Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) passes the ball against Phoenix Suns center Bol Bol (11) in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
NBA: Phoenix Suns at Indiana Pacers
Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) shoots the ball against Phoenix Suns center Bol Bol (11) in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
NBA: Phoenix Suns at Indiana Pacers
Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) shoots the ball against Phoenix Suns center Bol Bol (11) in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
NBA: Phoenix Suns at Indiana Pacers
Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) celebrates with teammates in the second half against the Phoenix Suns at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
NBA: New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls
Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan talks with forward Jalen Smith (7) during the second half of a game against the New York Knicks at United Center.
NBA: Utah Jazz at Miami Heat
Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra and his coaching staff look on during the second half against the Utah Jazz at Kaseya Center.
NBA: Phoenix Suns at Indiana Pacers
Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) shoots the ball against Phoenix Suns guard Grayson Allen (8) in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
NBA: New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls
New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) dribbles the ball against Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (9) during the second half at United Center.
NBA: Utah Jazz at Miami Heat
Miami Heat guard Josh Christopher (8) brings the ball up the court as follows Utah Jazz guard Johnny Juzang (33)during the second half at Kaseya Center.
NBA: Phoenix Suns at Indiana Pacers
Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) shoots the ball against Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (3) in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
NBA: Utah Jazz at Miami Heat
Utah Jazz forward Brice Sensabaugh (28) shoots over Miami Heat guard Josh Christopher (8) during the second half at Kaseya Center.
NBA: Utah Jazz at Miami Heat
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) sits on the bench and looks on during the second half against the Utah Jazz at Kaseya Center.
NBA: Utah Jazz at Miami Heat
The Miami Heat bench looks on late in the game against the Utah Jazz at Kaseya Center.
NBA: Utah Jazz at Miami Heat
Miami Heat bench looks on during the second half against the Utah Jazz at Kaseya Center.
NBA: Utah Jazz at Miami Heat
Miami Heat guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (11) drives past Utah Jazz center Micah Potter (25) during the second half at Kaseya Center.
President Biden Delivers Remarks At Medal Of Freedom Ceremony
WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 4: Former NBA player Earvin "Magic" Johnson crouches while being awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by U.S. President Joe Biden in the East Room of the White House on January 4, 2025 in Washington, DC. President Biden is awarding 19 recipients with the nation's highest civilian honor. (Photo by Tom Brenner/Getty Images)
President Biden Delivers Remarks At Medal Of Freedom Ceremony
WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 4: Former NBA player Earvin "Magic" Johnson crouches before being awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by U.S. President Joe Biden in the East Room of the White House on January 4, 2025 in Washington, DC. President Biden is awarding 19 recipients with the nation's highest civilian honor. (Photo by Tom Brenner/Getty Images)
President Biden Delivers Remarks At Medal Of Freedom Ceremony
WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 4: Former NBA player Earvin "Magic" Johnson crouches before being awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by U.S. President Joe Biden in the East Room of the White House on January 4, 2025 in Washington, DC. President Biden is awarding 19 recipients with the nation's highest civilian honor. (Photo by Tom Brenner/Getty Images)
President Biden Delivers Remarks At Medal Of Freedom Ceremony
WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 4: U.S. President Joe Biden reacts while awarding Former NBA player Earvin "Magic" Johnson the Presidential Medal of Freedom in the East Room of the White House on January 4, 2025 in Washington, DC. President Biden is awarding 19 recipients with the nation's highest civilian honor. (Photo by Tom Brenner/Getty Images)
President Biden Delivers Remarks At Medal Of Freedom Ceremony
WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 4: Former NBA player Earvin "Magic" Johnson greets U.S. President Joe Biden before being awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in the East Room of the White House on January 4, 2025 in Washington, DC. President Biden is awarding 19 recipients with the nation's highest civilian honor. (Photo by Tom Brenner/Getty Images)
President Biden Delivers Remarks At Medal Of Freedom Ceremony
WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 4: Former NBA player Earvin "Magic" Johnson crouches before being awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by U.S. President Joe Biden in the East Room of the White House on January 4, 2025 in Washington, DC. President Biden is awarding 19 recipients with the nation's highest civilian honor. (Photo by Tom Brenner/Getty Images)
President Biden Delivers Remarks At Medal Of Freedom Ceremony
WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 4: U.S. President Joe Biden reacts while awarding Former NBA player Earvin "Magic" Johnson the Presidential Medal of Freedom in the East Room of the White House on January 4, 2025 in Washington, DC. President Biden is awarding 19 recipients with the nation's highest civilian honor. (Photo by Tom Brenner/Getty Images)
President Biden Delivers Remarks At Medal Of Freedom Ceremony
Philadelphia 76ers v Brooklyn Nets
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 04: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers handles the ball as Nic Claxton #33 of the Brooklyn Nets defends during the first quarter at Barclays Center on January 04, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
Philadelphia 76ers v Brooklyn Nets
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 04: Ziaire Williams #8 of the Brooklyn Nets reacts against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first quarter at Barclays Center on January 04, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
Philadelphia 76ers v Brooklyn Nets
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 04: Head coach Jordi Fernández of the Brooklyn Nets reacts against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first quarter at Barclays Center on January 04, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
Philadelphia 76ers v Brooklyn Nets
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 04: Keon Johnson #45 of the Brooklyn Nets reacts after a technical foul by Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the first quarter at Barclays Center on January 04, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
Philadelphia 76ers v Brooklyn Nets
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 04: Head coach Nick Nurse of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts against the Brooklyn Nets during the first quarter at Barclays Center on January 04, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
Philadelphia 76ers v Brooklyn Nets
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 04: D'Angelo Russell #1 of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first quarter at Barclays Center on January 04, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
Philadelphia 76ers v Brooklyn Nets
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 04: D'Angelo Russell #1 of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first quarter at Barclays Center on January 04, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
Philadelphia 76ers v Brooklyn Nets
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 04: Keon Johnson #45 of the Brooklyn Nets looks to pass against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first quarter at Barclays Center on January 04, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
Philadelphia 76ers v Brooklyn Nets
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 04: Reece Beekman #4 of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles the ball as Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers defends during the second quarter at Barclays Center on January 04, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
Philadelphia 76ers v Brooklyn Nets
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 04: Head coach Jordi Fernández of the Brooklyn Nets looks on against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second quarter at Barclays Center on January 04, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
Philadelphia 76ers v Brooklyn Nets
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 04: A detailed view of the shoes of Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers against the Brooklyn Nets during the second quarter at Barclays Center on January 04, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
Philadelphia 76ers v Brooklyn Nets
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 04: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts against the Brooklyn Nets during the second quarter at Barclays Center on January 04, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
