As the NBA season approaches, many teams engaged in media days on Monday.
The New York Knicks, New Orleans Pelicans, Brooklyn Nets, Phoenix Suns, and Philadelphia 76ers were the first to initiate media days last week. The Knicks and Sixers are set to travel to Abu Dhabi for preseason games, while the Pelicans are off to Melbourne.
That left the remaining teams to conduct their media days on Monday. Players from Kevin Durant with the Houston Rockets to Luka Doncic with the Los Angeles Lakers showcased some of the highlights from 2025 NBA media day.
Atlanta featured its new trio of Jalen Johnson, Trae Young, and Kristaps Porzingis in a photo session.
The Celtics allowed players to share their thoughts on the team account, featuring Jayson Tatum showcasing his new hairstyle. Meanwhile, Payton Pritchard commented on a new rule where missed end-of-quarter shots will count against teams rather than individual players.
Returning to the Nets, players like Michael Porter Jr. were presented with a brain teaser, tasked with drawing a square using only three lines. There was also notable camaraderie on display among team members.
In scoring excitement, Tyrese Haliburton successfully stopped a timer at the right mark, while the Clippers experienced a nostalgic return as Chris Paul made his comeback to the franchise.
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