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AP WAS THERE: Kobe Bryant scores 81 points

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EDITOR'S NOTE: When Kobe Bryant scored 81 points for the Los Angeles Lakers on Jan. 22, 2006, against the Toronto Raptors, it was the second-most points scored by a player in NBA history. The record was set by Wilt Chamberlain, who scored 100 points on March 2, 1962, against the New York Knicks. Miami Heat forward Bam Adebayo scored 83 points Tuesday night against the Washington Wizards to pass Bryant on the list of most points scored in an NBA game.

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What We Learned from the Spurs win over the Celtics

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The vibe was off from the start in this one. It almost felt like there had been too much buildup for it. Too much momentum for it not to go a little sideways. “Two title contenders squaring off!” “Possible Finals preview!” “Jayson Tatum continuing his incredible return!” “Wembanyama making an MVP push!” “The two hottest […]

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