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Feb 05, 2026

Grading every NBA trade: Which teams have fared best?
The Cavaliers, Celtics, Hawks, Mavericks and Warriors are among the teams that have made trades. We're grading every deal.

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

Bulls trade guards White, Conley to Charlotte
The Bulls continued to overhaul their roster, sending guards Coby White and Mike Conley to the Hornets for Collin Sexton, Ousmane Dieng and three-second round picks, it was announced..

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

Clips eager for 'faster pace' with new PG Garland
Clippers coach Tyronn Lue expects to implement a faster-paced game plan with new point guard Darius Garland, whom the team acquired in a trade that sent James Harden to Cleveland.

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Feb 05, 2026

NBA trade buzz: Live updates and intel on deadline day
Kristaps Porzingis is headed to the Warriors, and Giannis is not. Catch up on what we're hearing from insiders before the 3 p.m. ET deadline.

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

Bulls trade guards White and Conley to Charlotte
The Bulls continued to overhaul their roster, sending guards Coby White and Mike Conley to the Hornets for Collin Sexton, Ousmane Dieng and three-second round picks, it was announced..

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

Sources: Dubs deal Kuminga, Hield for Porzingis
The Warriors are trading Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield to the Hawks for Kristaps Porzingis, sources told ESPN, unofficially putting an end to Golden State's pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo.

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

Watson (hamstring) latest injury for Nuggets
The lingering impact of the Nuggets' double-overtime loss to the Knicks on Wednesday night will be another injury that appears headed for an extended absence.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

Sixers trade McCain to Thunder for 4 draft picks
The 76ers traded second-year guard Jared McCain to the Thunder for a 2026 first-round pick and three second-round picks.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

How the Wizards and Jazz jumped the line in free agency with big trades
Why did the Wizards and Jazz trade for All-Stars now? They're already thinking about 2027.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

Lakers' Hayes suspended 1 game for mascot shove
Lakers center Jaxson Hayes has been suspended one game without pay for pushing the Wizards' mascot during pregame introductions on Jan. 30.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

Sources: Jazz acquire Lonzo, trade away Landale
The Jazz acquired Lonzo Ball from the Cavaliers and also traded Jock Landale to the Hawks, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

Sources: Bulls trade White, Conley to Hornets
The Bulls continued to overhaul their roster, sending guards Coby White and Mike Conley to the Hornets for Collin Sexton, Ousmane Dieng and three-second round picks, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

Sources: Lonzo to become free agent after trade
The Jazz have acquired Lonzo Ball in a three-team trade with the Cavaliers and Hawks but are expected to waive the veteran guard and allow him to become a free agent, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

Sources: Paul lands with Raptors in 3-team trade
Chris Paul, a 12-time NBA All-Star, has landed with the Raptors amid a three-team trade involving the Clippers and the Nets, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

AD is a Wizard?! Grading the shocking trade -- and why one team came out on top
Anthony Davis joins Washington in an eight-player trade. Kevin Pelton breaks down what's next for the Wizards and the Mavericks.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

From AD and Harden to JJJ and Vucevic: Fantasy reaction to the latest NBA trades
Andre Snellings and Eric Moody provide fantasy reactions as trades go down leading up to Thursday's NBA trade deadline.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

SGA (ab strain) sidelined through All-Star break
Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will be sidelined until after the All-Star break due to an abdominal strain.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

Sources: Sixers trade McCain to OKC for 4 picks
The 76ers are trading guard Jared McCain to the Thunder for a 2026 Rockets first-round pick and three second-round picks, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

Sources: Mavs overhaul again, trade AD to Wiz
The Mavericks are trading 10-time All-Star Anthony Davis to the Wizards as part of an eight-player trade, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

Fast break: Wemby's minutes restriction, KAT's new offensive role and more
A look around the league reveals the latest trends, from Victor Wembanyama's minute restriction to Karl-Anthony Towns' changing offensive role, and more.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

No buyout talks for Kings, DeRozan, sources say
League sources say there have not been any discussions with DeMar DeRozan's side about a possible Kings buyout if he remains with the team after the trade deadline.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

Sources: Mavs, Raptors active in AD trade talks
The Mavericks' most active trade discussions involving Anthony Davis are with the Raptors, but no deal is imminent, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

Brey, Bluder, E. Johnson to get Lapchick Award
Mike Brey, James Jones, Lisa Bluder and Ernie Johnson will be this year's recipients of the Joe Lapchick Character Award.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

Harden traded to Cavs: Excited to chase 1st title
The Clippers are trading James Harden to the Cavaliers for Darius Garland and a second-round pick, sources told ESPN, in a trade that Harden said "both sides got what they wanted."

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Feb 04, 2026

NBA trade buzz: Live updates and intel during deadline week
The Cavaliers, Clippers, Celtics and Bulls made big moves on Tuesday. Catch up on what we're hearing from insiders ahead of Thursday's deadline.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

NBA Power Rankings: Where all 30 teams stack up ahead of trade deadline
Which players are under the most pressure and where all 30 teams rank a day before the Thursday trade deadline.

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Feb 04, 2026

Green on Dubs' trade talks: If it ends, what a run
The Warriors have involved Draymond Green in active trade conversations in advance of Thursday's NBA trade deadline, league sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Harden headed to Cavs: Excited to chase 1st title
The Clippers sent James Harden to the Cavaliers for Darius Garland and a second-round pick, sources told ESPN, in a trade that Harden said "both sides got what they wanted."

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Reaves' return boosts Lakers in trip-ending win
Austin Reaves, sidelined the past five weeks because of a strained left calf, returned in the Lakers' 125-109 win against the Nets on Tuesday night, scoring 15 points on 3-for-9 shooting with four rebounds and two steals.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

NBA trade tracker: Details for every deal of the 2025-26 season
Here's every trade of the 2025-26 season, including the Clippers-Cavs deal sending James Harden to Cleveland.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Six stars to trade for or trade away
If you deal Giannis, SGA, or Michael Porter Jr., here's who you should get in return -- and who you should avoid.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

From Harden and JJJ to Vucevic: Fantasy reaction to the latest NBA trades
Andre Snellings and Eric Moody provide fantasy reactions as trades go down leading up to Thursday's NBA trade deadline.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Harden for Garland: Grading this NBA point guard blockbuster
James Harden is a Cavalier. Darius Garland is a Clipper. Kevin Pelton grades each side of the Cleveland-Los Angeles trade.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

The biggest remaining questions on the Harden-Garland trade
NBA insiders address the lingering questions as the Clippers and Cavaliers swap All-Star guards.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Heat celebrate '06 title team, Shaq's 'favorite'
The Heat brought back their 2006 title team for a 20th anniversary celebration, with a gala Monday followed by an on-court event Tuesday night. Most of the team was in attendance, including Shaquille O'Neal, who called the group his favorite.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Sources: Clips deal Harden to Cavs, land Garland
In a swap of two star guards, the LA Clippers are trading James Harden to the Cleveland Cavaliers for Darius Garland and a second-round pick, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Sources: LeBron expects to finish year with Lakers
LeBron James is expected to finish out the season with the Lakers, league sources told ESPN on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Lakers welcome back Reaves for Nets matchup
Austin Reaves, sidelined the past five weeks with a strained left calf, returned for the Lakers on Tuesday night in Brooklyn.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Curry, LeBron, KD to team up at ASG; Kawhi, too
Stephen Curry will be joining Olympic teammates LeBron James and Kevin Durant once again, this time at the NBA All-Star Game. And the Clippers' Kawhi Leonard was added to the pool of U.S. players Tuesday shortly before the rosters were unveiled.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

From JJJ to Vucevic: Fantasy reaction to the latest NBA trades
Andre Snellings and Eric Moody provide fantasy reactions as trades go down leading up to Thursday's NBA trade deadline.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Jaren Jackson Jr. to ... Utah? What?! Grading this Jazz-Grizzlies blockbuster
Jazz got Jaren Jackson Jr. plus three other players. Grizzlies got four players and three future firsts.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Sources: Celtics land Vucevic in trade with Bulls
The Celtics added some much-needed frontcourt help, acquiring Nikola Vucevic from the Bulls for Anfernee Simons and a second-round draft pick, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Sources: Green involved in Warriors' trade talks
The Warriors have involved Draymond Green in active trade conversation in advance of Thursday's NBA trade deadline, league sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Huerter to Pistons, Ivey to Bulls in 3-team trade
Chicago, Minnesota and Detroit have agreed to a trade that sends Jaden Ivey and Mike Conley to the Bulls and Kevin Huerter and Dario Saric to the Pistons, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Raptors' Rajakovic to coach World All-Star team
Darko Rajakovic of the Toronto Raptors will coach the international team at the All-Star Game on Feb. 15, the NBA announced Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Sources: Rebuilding Grizz trade Jackson to Jazz
The Grizzlies are trading star forward Jaren Jackson Jr. to the Jazz as part of an eight-player deal, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

What we're hearing before the NBA trade deadline: Latest intel on Harden, Giannis, more
Which players and teams are Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst watching?

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

NBA 2026 All-Star Game uniforms and court unveiled, inspired by Los Angeles and new format
This marks the ninth straight year Jordan Brand has designed uniforms for the All-Star Game, which will be held at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, home of the LA Clippers.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Another Harden trade? What we know about his potential Cavs fit and the Clippers' future
NBA insiders answer five big questions after the shocking news that Harden and the Clippers are pursuing a trade.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Sources: Pistons' Duren joins dunk contest field
Pistons center Jalen Duren, a first-time All-Star, will participate in the NBA slam dunk contest at All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

What we're hearing before the NBA trade deadline: Latest intel on Harden, Giannis, AD and interested teams
With just two days until the deadline, which players and teams are Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst watching?

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Fantasy basketball: Five stars to trade for or trade away
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Michael Porter Jr. are three of the most commonly traded players right now in ESPN fantasy. If you deal them, here's who you should get in return -- and who you should avoid.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Fantasy basketball: Six stars to trade for or trade away
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Michael Porter Jr. are three of the most commonly traded players right now in ESPN fantasy. If you deal them, here's who you should get in return -- and who you should avoid.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Clippers, Harden exploring trade, sources say
The LA Clippers and James Harden are exploring trades ahead of Thursday's deadline, with the Cavaliers one of the teams expressing interest.

ESPN NBA
Feb 02, 2026

Hornets' Pat Connaughton sports blonde hair for fantasy football punishment
The 33-year-old sported blonde hair on the Hornets bench during their 102-95 Monday win against the New Orleans Pelicans.

ESPN NBA
Feb 02, 2026

Hornets' Lee sorry for 'foolish' collision with Ball
An embarrassed Charles Lee took the blame for a head-to-head collision with his star player on the sideline after LaMelo Ball and the Hornets coach both went for a loose ball.

ESPN NBA
Feb 02, 2026

Durant out vs. Pacers after stepping on fan's foot
All-Star forward Kevin Durant did not play for the Houston Rockets on Monday night after spraining his left ankle when he stepped on a fan's foot during a recent game.

ESPN NBA
Feb 02, 2026

Buzz: Live updates, trades and intel from around the league
What's the latest on a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trade? Catch up on what we're hearing from insiders.

ESPN NBA
Feb 02, 2026

Durant out Monday after stepping on fan's foot
All-Star forward Kevin Durant will not play for the Houston Rockets on Monday night after spraining his left ankle when he stepped on a fan's foot during a recent game.

ESPN NBA
Feb 02, 2026

Warriors' Curry out vs. 76ers with 'runner's knee'
Warriors star Stephen Curry will miss Tuesday night's game against the 76ers with a persistent right knee issue that the team is officially listing as patellofemoral pain syndrome.

ESPN NBA
Feb 02, 2026

Sources: Bucks countering trade offers for Giannis
The Bucks have submitted counteroffers to teams aggressively seeking a trade for two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, sources told ESPN.

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Feb 02, 2026

The four biggest questions one year after the most shocking trade in NBA history
Our NBA insiders answer the biggest questions for the Lakers, Mavericks and the NBA one year after the shocking Luka Doncic trade.

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Feb 02, 2026

Grading every NBA trade: How each team did on the biggest deadline deals so far
The Blazers added a guard to help their playoff push, while the Hawks got valuable picks. Which team fared best? We graded the trade.

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Feb 02, 2026

Kidd fined $35K for blasting refs after loss
Mavericks coach Jason Kidd has been fined $35,000 for public criticism of officiating and using profane language after Saturday's loss to Houston.

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Feb 02, 2026

Spurs' long day ends in Johnson ASG coaching nod
After a whirlwind travel day that began at 6 a.m. in Charlotte and included a flight diversion to Atlanta, the Spurs beat the Magic 112-103 on Sunday night to clinch an All-Star Game coaching nod for Mitch Johnson in his first full season at the helm.

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Feb 02, 2026

Sources: Rozier wins salary dispute with NBA
An arbitrator on Monday ruled in favor of Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier in a salary dispute with the NBA that arose after he was federally indicted in a gambling investigation, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Feb 02, 2026

Pickups: Bailey, Jerome, Demin among top players to add
Every week in fantasy basketball, there are available players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add for the week ahead.

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Feb 02, 2026

Pickups: Bailey, Jerome, Demin among top players t...
Every week in fantasy basketball, there are available players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add for the week ahead.

ESPN NBA
Feb 02, 2026

Keep, cut or add? What to do with Sabonis, Christie and four other trending players
Helping you decide whether to give up on struggling players or believe in those who are ascending.

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Feb 02, 2026

?? The biggest All-Star surprises and snubs
ESPN analysts Zach Kram and Kevin Pelton break down the NBA All-Star rosters, including snubs and biggest surprises.

ESPN NBA
Feb 02, 2026

The Luka trade, one year later: What the Mavs, Lakers and NBA learned since
Our NBA insiders answer the biggest questions for the Lakers, Mavericks and the NBA one year after the shocking Luka Doncic trade.

ESPN NBA
Feb 02, 2026

Grading every NBA trade: How each team did on the ...
The Blazers added a guard to help their playoff push, while the Hawks got valuable picks. Which team fared best? We graded the trade.

ESPN NBA
Feb 02, 2026

We pitched six Giannis trades to our resident GM -- he chose a blockbuster
The Warriors, Knicks, Heat and Wolves are reportedly serious about a Giannis trade. Here's what it could take.

ESPN NBA
Feb 02, 2026

We pitched six Giannis trades to our resident GM -...
The Warriors, Knicks, Heat and Wolves are reportedly serious about a Giannis trade. Here's what it could take.

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Feb 02, 2026

Spurs earn Johnson All-Star Game coaching nod
After a whirlwind travel day that began at 6 a.m. in Charlotte and included a flight diversion to Atlanta, the Spurs beat the Magic 112-103 on Sunday night to clinch an All-Star Game coaching nod for Mitch Johnson in his first full season at the helm.

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Feb 02, 2026

Nuggets' Murray finally an All-Star in 9th season
Nikola Jokic will finally see a familiar face at the NBA All-Star Game after Jamal Murray earned his first career All-Star berth in his ninth season Sunday.

ESPN NBA
Feb 02, 2026

One year after Luka trade, Lakers 'in a good spot'...
One year after completing one of the most shocking trades in NBA history to acquire Luka Doncic, the Lakers offered a midseason assessment.

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Feb 01, 2026

Why the LA Clippers are suddenly the hottest team in the NBA
It took two years of convincing, but Kawhi Leonard's new game is supercharging the Clippers -- and making them an unexpected threat in the loaded Western Conference.

ESPN NBA
Feb 01, 2026

Pistons set team record in 53-point rout of Nets
The Detroit Pistons routed the Brooklyn Nets 130-77 in the most-lopsided victory in franchise history.

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Feb 01, 2026

Blazers' Avdija 1st Israeli to earn NBA All-Star n...
Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija was selected as a Western Conference reserve Sunday night, becoming the first Israeli to be named an NBA All-Star.

ESPN NBA
Feb 01, 2026

LeBron is in, Kawhi is out: Answering four questio...
ESPN analysts Zach Kram and Kevin Pelton break down the NBA All-Star rosters, including snubs and biggest surprises.

ESPN NBA
Feb 01, 2026

LeBron named All-Star reserve, extending record
LeBron James is an NBA All-Star for a record-extending 22nd consecutive year after the league announced its reserves for the Feb. 15 midseason showcase Sunday night.

ESPN NBA
Feb 01, 2026

Sources: Trail Blazers acquire Krejci from Hawks
The Hawks are trading guard Vit Krejci to the Trail Blazers for Duop Reath and two future second-round picks, sources told ESPN on Sunday.

ESPN NBA
Feb 01, 2026

A look back at LeBron James' top games at Madison ...
Here are some of LeBron James' memorable performances at the world's most famous arena throughout the years as he faces the Knicks on Sunday.

ESPN NBA
Feb 01, 2026

Kidd: 'Terrible' officials missed calls vs. Flagg
Jason Kidd ripped into the officials after the Mavericks' 111-107 loss to the Rockets, a game Kidd thought came down to a missed call on Cooper Flagg

ESPN NBA
Jan 31, 2026

Storm grounds Spurs; Magic game Sun. delayed
The Spurs moved up the time of their home game against the Magic on Sunday by three hours after a snowstorm prevented them from flying out of Charlotte.

ESPN NBA
Jan 31, 2026

Sources: Cavs trade Hunter for Schroder, Ellis
The Cavaliers are trading De'Andre Hunter to the Kings for Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Jan 31, 2026

Could the Bucks keep Giannis? Everything we're hea...
Bontemps and Windhorst examine how a Giannis trade could alter the hierarchy of the East.

ESPN NBA
Jan 31, 2026

Grades for the Cavs-Kings-Bulls trade: How Keon El...
The Cavaliers added guards Keon Ellis and Dennis Schroder, while the Kings acquired De'Andre Hunter. Which team fared best? We graded the trade.

ESPN NBA
Jan 31, 2026

Atkinson fined $50K for actions after ejection
Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson was fined $50,000 by the NBA for "aggressively pursuing, berating, and making inadvertent contact with a game official" during a game.

ESPN NBA
Jan 31, 2026

NBA suspends 76ers forward George 25 games
Veteran 76ers forward Paul George has been suspended without pay for 25 games for taking "improper medication," according to George.

ESPN NBA
Jan 31, 2026

76ers' George banned 25 games for drug violation
Veteran 76ers forward Paul George has been suspended without pay for 25 games for taking "improper medication," according to George.

ESPN NBA
Jan 31, 2026

Poll: Peterson, Dybantsa top NBA draft prospects
Kansas shooting guard Darryn Peterson and BYU forward AJ Dybantsa loom as the projected top two picks in the upcoming NBA draft. Who will be No. 1? ESPN polled 20 NBA scouts and executives to get an early vibe.

ESPN NBA
Jan 31, 2026

No gap year here: How Boston retooled a fractured ...
A sidelined superstar and key rotation losses were supposed to send the Celtics into the play-in.

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Jan 31, 2026

Draymond: Not losing sleep as Giannis talk swirls
As reports swirl over a potential Giannis-to-Golden State trade, Draymond Green said he has "no reason to sit and worry" about his Warriors future but also said he understands trades are part of the business.

ESPN NBA
Jan 31, 2026

Warriors' Curry exits vs. Pistons with sore knee
Warriors star Stephen Curry was ruled out during the second half of Friday night's game against the Pistons with right knee soreness.

ESPN NBA
Jan 30, 2026

Demin's 3 in 34th straight game sets rookie mark
Nets guard Egor Demin made a 3-pointer in an NBA rookie-record 34th straight game on Friday night against the Jazz.

ESPN NBA
Jan 30, 2026

Bailey, with 10 games in NBA, seeks NCAA return
Former UCLA standout Amari Bailey, who played 10 games for the Hornets in 2023-24, has hired an agent and a lawyer to prepare to fight for NCAA eligibility.

ESPN NBA
Jan 30, 2026

Sources: Nuggets' Jokic set to return vs. Clips
After missing 16 games with a bone bruise in his hyperextended left knee, Nuggets star center Nikola Jokic is expected to return to action Friday night against the Clippers, sources told ESPN's Shams Charnia.

ESPN NBA
Jan 30, 2026

Keep, cut or add? What to do with Sabonis, Christi...
Helping you decide whether to give up on struggling players or believe in those who are ascending.

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