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The National Basketball Association (or simply NBA) season for 2024 has just begun, and it has been an incredible start, to say the least. While it has only been going for a few weeks so far, this season has been jam-packed with highlights, a few lowlights, and everything in between. Join us as we explore some of the most recent events along with the best-emerging talent.
Best Start in Franchise History
The Cavaliers recently knocked it out of the park with their bout against the Milwaukee Bucks with a historical 116 – 114 win. Darius Garland scored 39 points, which helped cement the Cavalier’s unblemished record of 8 – 0 for the season so far, and all while their two-time MVP who was benched due to an injury. This start for the Cavaliers is notable in NBA odds for enthusiasts.
Mexico City Game
The match between the Miami Heat and the Washington Wizards began slightly differently this year by kicking off the games for the month of November to coincide with the annual Dia De Los Muertos celebrations in Miami. Along with stunning visuals and much celebration, the Miami Heat defended their title 118-98, with Bam Adebayo leading with 32 points and 14 rebounds.
The 2024 Emirates Cup
Set to begin on November 12th, 2024, with some historic matchups in the lineup, kick-off starts with the Knicks versus the 49ers for an epic clash of sporting giants. Teams compete in group-stage matches until they reach the knockout round, adding anticipation and excitement to the early season, along with cool cash prizes for the winners.
Rookie Highlights
While a few rookies have taken to the court already, only a select few have made a significant impression on the average viewer and hardcore fan alike. Here are a few of the most impressive:
Victor Wembanyama
Hailing from France and affectionately known as “Wemby” or “The Alien”, by his fans this breakout rookie for The San Antonio Spurs joined the elite “5×5 Club” recently by logging five or more in rebounds, points, assists, blocks and steals in a game, cementing him as the top contender for the Rookie of the Year Award.
Karl Anthony Towns
Known simply as “KAT” this player’s style on the court is anything but simple. Recently, he blew everyone away by leading the Knicks to a brilliant victory against The Miami Heat with 44-points and 13 rebounds for an overall knockout score of 116-107.
Bronny James
It’s safe to say that Bronny James is part of basketball royalty and has some pretty big shoes to fill when it comes to his father, LeBron James. The oldest son of the basketball legend was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers and recently scored his first NBA points with his father’s team by his side, leading to an emotional milestone for the James family.
Conclusion
So far, the 2024-2025 NBA season is gearing up to be exciting and eventful, with breakout rookies exploding onto the court, historical scores being made, and festive beginnings to various games. But what does the rest of the NBA season have in store for us? We definitely can’t wait to find out!