That was the fourth biggest drop among 250 players with at least 200 field goal attempts in each of the last two seasons. 3. 1. Only team with a top-five mark in clutch winning percentage in each of the last two seasons. Required fields are marked *. Oklahoma City is eighth in the Western Conference shooting 36.2% from downtown, led by Jaylin Williams shooting 47.7% from 3-point range. Take a look back at all the happenings from every NBA All-Star in league history. Paul Millsap was an absolute force for Louisiana Tech. 1. Did you see how well he performed in the playoffs? In the Western Conference, the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors will play Wednesday (10 ET, ESPN) for the No. Lauri Markkanen says 1 of the goals he made for himself this season is to make the All-Star Game in Utah. NetRtg: +1.2 (14), vs. San Antonio: Team stats | Advanced splits | Player stats | Player shooting | Lineups. Gobert would have been higher on this list a year ago, but his defense alone ensures that he remains one of the NBAs most valuable big men. Lakers over Jazz. Sacramento has a 98.9 percent chance to make the playoffs and a 96.7 percent chance to be a top-six seed in the conference, per Basketball References playoff probabilities report. Even if he can replicate his pre-injury form, his usage will be impacted thanks to the talent around him, and it remains to be seen how Steve Kerr will deploy him. He was also one of three players to play at least 1,000 minutes with more steals (64) than personal fouls (31), doing so for the third time in his career. That was the fourth biggest home-road differential among 235 players with at least 150 field goal attempts both at home and on the road. Opponents shot 47.3% at the rim when Green was there to protect. Key numbers to know for each of the four teams in the West set to compete for the final two playoff spots. Standings are updated with the completion of each game. Calling him a three-and-D player isnt giving him enough credit; hes one of the games elite shooters, and he fits what Golden State does perfectly. The Grizzlies injuries havent stopped them from ranking solidly in most key statistics. 5. 9. Led the league (by a wide margin) with 20.5 pull-up 2-point attempts per game. The Kansas City Royals announced on Wednesday that they have agreed to sign outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. to, Another chapter is being written in the Miami Heat-Boston Celtics rivalry. Its amazing how quickly those on the PGA Tour have done a 180 regarding cuts in tournament golf. Ranked third in assist percentage, recording assists on 67.0% of their field goals. OREB% = Percentage of available offensive rebounds obtained. League Champion: Golden State Warriors. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. 2. But if naming only one team from each conference, its hard not to give benefit of the doubt to Los Angeles and Brooklyns premier top-end talent. Consider this one a lock given the fact James has earned All-Star recognition every season since 2004-05, his second year in the league. LeBron James had the fourth biggest difference (68.0% vs. 36.5%). Will he want out of Portland before long? Towns skillset is unmatched. He underwent an MRI exam for the knee on Monday, then participated in the shootaround before being deemed ready to play and contributed 12 points, nine rebounds, eight assists, two blocks and two steals. The 44.8% they shot on pull-up 2s ranked fifth. 2. Northeastern women's ice hockey held off a late push from Boston College to win the 2023 women's Beanpot championship, 2-1. He died aged 67. Were outscored by 7.3 points per 100 possessions in 423 minutes with Curry, Green and James Wiseman on the floor together, but outscored their opponents by 11.6 per 100 in 1,314 minutes with Curry and Green on the floor without Wiseman. Their 63% shooting on Mar. The youth then alleges Morant went into his house and returned with a gun tucked into his waistband. That doesnt even encompass a number of other superstars playing out West either. I dont think the Jazzs form is necessarily sustainable, but theyve been nothing but impressive these last couple of weeks, especially offensively with Donovan Mitchell and Mike Conley leading the way. Be sure to check out the Eastern Conference Rankings. Heres our list. 2021-22 NBA Western Conference team-by-team preview capsules. Saw the leagues third biggest jump (+6.0) in points scored per 100 possessions, from 104.4 (30th) last season to 110.5 (20th) this season. 9. Saw the leagues sixth biggest drop in winning percentage (-0.149) and its eighth biggest drop in point differential per 100 possessions (-2.7). DENVER (AP) Nikola Jokic had 40 points, 17 rebounds and 10 assists to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 134-124 overtime victory against the Los Angeles Clippers in a matchup of Western Conference contenders Sunday night. In 27 games, Sabonis has tallied 19 double-doubles, and after Wednesdays 124-123 win at Toronto, the 26-year-old ranks No. How the 76ers do this postseason could play a significant role in Hardens decision. Not only is Danny Green a two-time NBA champion, but he is also an NCAA tournament champ as he helped propel theTar Heels, along with the likes of Tyler Hansbrough, Ty Lawson and Wayne Ellington to a 2009 National Championship. The Thunder are 15-19 in Western Conference games. The Grizzlies field goal percentage (54.5%) and 3-point percentage (45.7%) over the three games were both their best marks against any opponent. * James (13-for-32, 40.6%) is one of three players who shot better than 40% on at least 30 clutch 3-point attempts. WebNBA Conference standings, conference rankings, updated NBA records and playoff standings. He is averaging 29.8 points per game in that span. This episode also features interviews with Tennessee's Yves Pons and John Fulkerson, as well as Rutgers' Ron Harper Jr. Katz also released his latest edition of his Power 36 rankings. 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Before the games tip off, here are some statistical notes to get you ready for the No. Thompson has been working on being a better rebounder and grabbed eight to go with four assists. Zion Williamson, LeBron James and Anthony Davis could all be West All-Stars in 2023. Davis earned Western Conference Player of the Week honors for games played from Nov. 28 to Dec. 4 after averaging 37.8 points, 13.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 3.3 blocks, marking the eighth time hes captured that honor in addition to producing 30-plus points in each of his last three outings. Let's take a look at the longest games in college baseball history and hear from those who witnessed two of them. 1. Has Aaron Rodgers made a decision about his future with Packers? Rightfully, Damian Lillard reigns as the star of the show in Portland. Third straight season as a worse-than-average defensive team after a streak of 21 straight as a better-than-average defense. Mavericks Curry had the second highest rate (34.0%). Oklahoma City is eighth in the Western Conference shooting 36.2% from downtown, led by Jaylin Williams shooting 47.7% from 3-point range. Ranked third in turnover differential, committing 1.5 fewer per game than their opponents. Harrell tied for the league lead with 22 drawn charges. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. Web2020-21 NBA Season Standings Schedule and Results Leaders Coaches Player Stats Per Game Totals Per 36 Minutes Per 100 Possessions Adjusted Shooting Advanced Play-by-Play Shooting Other Rookies Final Season Team Ratings Uniform Numbers Transactions Standings by Date Preseason Odds 2021 Playoffs Summary Uniform Numbers 00 6 Players by ALPHABETICAL LISTING. Morant ranked second with 1.3 secondary assists per game. Selecting the All-Stars for the guard position in the West is often a tough task, and the 2022-23 season is no different. Jazz over Trail Blazers Brandon Clarke had an effective field goal percentage of 53.7%, down from 64.2% last season. Before joining Utah in the Donovan Mitchell trade, Markkanen had five total double-doubles in the previous two seasons. The two games in San Antonio were two of the Grizzlies seven most efficient games and two of the Spurs seven worst defensive games of the season. Hard to see a solution for Golden State this season. If they want to stay at the top of these rankings, they need to figure out a way to end games so that Leonard doesnt have to force shots from poor positions in the fourth quarter. 2020-21 KIA NBA DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR AWARD. Paolo Banchero leads the way as the Kia Rookie of the Year chase begins to head for the finish line. Kevon Looney accounted for just 9.1% of the Warriors field goal attempts while he was on the floor, the third lowest rate among 362 players who played at least 500 minutes. 2. The Shelby County District Attorneys office did not press charges, telling the Post, there was not enough evidence to proceed with a case.. Dont underestimate the importance of Oklahoma City retaining him hes one of the leagues 15 best players in pretty much every circumstance. Were a better-than-average team on both ends of the floor (just a hair better than the league average on offense) for just the second time in the last 10 seasons. He is followed by Zion Williamson in second place, Ja Morant had unfortunately timed endorsement announcement, Jim Harbaugh offers comment on receiving interest from NFL, Former Red Sox champion lands with new team, Marcus Smart hits back at Bam Adebayo over DPOY claim. Find out more. Career: 1976-84 (eight seasons) Teams: Denver Nuggets, Seattle SuperSonics. The Grizzlies have not commented on the incident. The Lakers were 11.1 points per 100 possessions better with James on the floor (+9.2) than they were with him off the floor (-1.9). Join our Facebook Group:Prime Time Sports Talk Hes going to be a joy to watch for years to come. The 101.1 points per 100 possessions they allowed in the second quarter was the best mark for any team in any quarter. 37% of their scoring, the leagues second highest rate, came from reserves. The Thunder are 15-19 in Western Conference games. 2022 NBA Western Conference Semifinals. Phoenix gets the W in Charlotte, 105-91 pic.twitter.com/rAdSKeEgn3. Got 40% of their minutes, the leagues third highest rate (highest among teams still playing), from rookies (17%, seventh highest) or second-year players (25%, fifth highest). I think a Bucks-like leap is possible for them this season. Warriors 115, Lakers 113 (Jan. 18 @ Los Angeles), Lakers 117, Warriors 91 (Feb. 28 @ Los Angeles), Lakers 128, Warriors 97 (March 15 @ Golden State), Pace: 104.2 possessions (per team) per 48 minutes WebNBA. But Chris Paul and the Suns got a taste of the Finals and want more (and to prove last season wasnt a fluke). 12. ! Payton posted on his Twitter account. NBA Power Rankings: Bucks Take Celtics Top Spot After All-Star Break. DON'T MISS:NCAA's Gavitt, Holzman plan on havingtournament fields, sites as scheduled. NetRtg: +1.1 (15), vs. Lakers: Team stats | Advanced splits | Player stats | Player shooting | Lineups. The Lakers 31-point, Mar. Clippers Two more weeks of the NBA season are in the books. Allowed 11.4 fewer points per possessions with Gay on the floor (103.9) than they did with him off the floor (115.3). WebLakers Western Conference is at the official online store of the NBA. That ratio (1.5/1) was the fifth highest among 201 players with at least 200 total field goal attempts from outside the paint. Cook was a leader all four years he played for Duke but he really began to peak his senior year. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. Devin Booker scored 37 points and seemed to have more room to operate. 10. But these teams dont have any margin for error, things need to fall perfectly in line for them. 3. His shot is still effortless. 1:15. He committed turnovers on just 2.2% of his drives, the lowest rate among 115 players with at least 300 total drives. 6. The 13-time All-Star, who was dealt to Phoenix on Feb. 9, has not played in a game since Jan. 8 when he was with the Nets. Instagram:@ptsportstalk, Follow Yara El-Shaboury on Twitter @yaraelshab, Check us out on our socials: Twitter:@PTSTNewsand@TalkPrimeTimeFacebook Page:Prime Time Sports TalkJoin our Facebook Group:Prime Time Sports TalkInstagram: @primetimesportstalk, Last Thursday, February 22nd, Stephen A Smith made a list of the players who he. Lakers over Trail Blazers 2. Saw the leagues second biggest drop (-3.5) in points allowed per 100 possessions, from 113.0 (26th) last season to 109.4 (fifth) this season. DeRozan had the highest (4.5/1). Subscribe to Stathead Basketball: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Basketball Reference Database. Thats a testament to the fierce competition in the West at the forward and center positions, which might yield a couple of first-time All-Stars in Jerami Grant and Lauri Markkanen, while welcoming the return of stars such as Anthony Davis, Domantas Sabonis and Zion Williamson. Utah brings back the same roster that had the best record in the West last season. Now comes another report that Harden is seriously considering a return to the city he thinks of as home. Following his 71-point outburst against the Bulls, Donovan Mitchell went through a rough patch by his standards. These incidents had been known for a while because the youth has filed a lawsuit against Morant, but the police reports provide more details. According to a high-ranking Sixers source with knowledge of the teams operation, they are unconcerned about possibly losing him this summer. KLAY FOR THE LEAD pic.twitter.com/Iaee5Xdo7r, Warriors on NBCS (@NBCSWarriors) March 1, 2023. Derrick White had the seventh highest rate (40.2%). Matt Eppers. The 22-year-old is shooting 60.5% and averaging 25.6 ppg in his career, which makes him the only player in NBA history to average 25 ppg or more while shooting 60% or better from the field. The victim who made the complaint a high school player in the area said Morant struck him 12 or 13 times during the game, and the police report said the youth had a large knot on his head and had been knocked to the ground, according to the Post. His offense slid last season, hindering his value some, but whether thats just noise or the sign of his real ceiling remains to be seen. George had to make some sacrifices playing next to Russell Westbrook, and those will continue for the foreseeable future. Kent Bazemore had an effective field goal percentage of 61.2% at home and just 48.0% on the road. Jaren Jackson Jr. didnt play in any of the three games. From a detailed, well-reported piece by Sam Amick and Kelly Iko of The Athletic: Sources, who like all of the other sources in this story were granted anonymity so that they could speak freely, have told The Athletic Houston is widely expected to pursue the 13-year veteran point guard if, as is expected, he declines his player option for the 2023-24 season. Tossing Joel Embiid into the spin cycle isnt easy, but Sabonis made it look that way Tuesday dropping 22 points to go with 10 rebounds and five assists in Tuesdays loss to the Sixers. Tech averaging 18.6 points, 12.7 boards, two blocks and 1.3 steals per game. 7 and No. Subscribe to Stathead Basketball: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Basketball Reference Database. Their only two losses since mid-January have come from the Lakers and the Jazz. That was the worst on-court DefRtg mark among 309 combinations that played at least 750 minutes together. In another incident, he allegedly threatened a mall security guard, according to police reports uncovered by Molly Hensley-Clancy of the Washington Post. The Play-In Tournament (May 18-21) determines the No. Jazz over Warriors, Western Conference Finals: WebThe Western Conferenceis one of two conferencesthat make up the National Basketball Association(NBA), the other being the Eastern Conference. 4. Were 30-15 with LeBron James and 12-15 without him. Were already excited for the playoffs. 15 win was their second biggest margin of victory. Zion Williamson, LeBron James and Anthony Davis could all be West All-Stars in 2023. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. Dennis Schroder led the league with 1.4 secondary assists per game. Then theres the money. His writing and production have also appeared on CNN.com, Heavy.com and Florida Public Radio. 8. If you are having difficulty accessing any content on this website, please visit our Accessibility page. Leading by 3 points at halftime 60:57. Its time to look at how things are breaking down in the Western Conference with another edition of power rankings. The 2023 NBA Play-In Tournament will include teams with the 7th through 10th-highest winning percentages in each conference and take place April 11-14. Wiggins made his first All-Star Game in 2022 as a starter, and then validated the nod with a stellar showing in the 2022 NBA Finals en route to a title. Had the leagues smallest differential between their catch-and-shoot 3-point percentage (38.0%, 13th) and their pull-up 3-point percentage (37.4%, second). The Lakers 17.3 second chance points per game was their second best mark against any opponent. 3. 1. 8 seed in each conference. 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Theyve won eight out of their last nine, and its clear that the goal will be to show that they do not need Harden to make a playoff appearance. NetRtg: +2.9 (8), Regular season: Team stats | Advanced splits | Player stats | Player shooting | Lineups, vs. Golden State: Team stats | Advanced splits | Player stats | Player shooting | Lineups. 6. Grizzlies 3. Durant and Booker combined were 10-of-18 from the midrange (outside the paint and inside the arc). You can e-mail himhere, find his archivehereand follow him onTwitter. Were one of two teams (Indiana was the other) with a winning record (19-17) on the road and a losing record (14-22) at home. DeMar DeRozan remains one of the best isolation players and crunch-time options in the league. Were 19-8 with both LeBron James and Anthony Davis and outscored their opponents by 11.2 points per 100 possessions with both on the floor, better than their mark of +8.0 (in more than twice as many minutes) last season. Call 1-800-GAMBLER (NJ/PA/IL) or 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN only) or 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA only) or 1-800-522-4700 (CO Only) or TN REDLINE: 800-889-9789. Morants primary defender (45.7 partial possessions) was Dejounte Murray. Here are five enticing non-Pacific-related matchups primed to grace your screens this week. DefRtg: 112.0 (17) Opponents shot 50.3% at the rim when Jakob Poeltl was there to protect. 3. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. If Philadelphia gets to the Eastern Conference Finals or NBA Finals, that may feel very different to him than a second-round exit (or, worse yet, a first-round upset). Harden has to decide what matters most to him, and how Philly does this postseason will factor into that decision. James Wiseman played in all three games for the Warriors. eFG% = (FGM + (0.5 * 3PM)) / FGA 10 today, but is well within striking distance of the conference lead. Were the leagues best second quarter team (+10.8 points per 100 possessions). 10. Were 10.5 points per 100 possessions better with Green on the floor (+5.4) than they were with him off the floor (-5.1). On this week's episode of March Madness 365 Katz reflects on thosememorable players inthis Nuggets-Lakers matchup. the official stats partner of the NBA, NHL and MLB. That was the tied for the fifth biggest differential among 233 players who played at least 1,000 minutes for a single team. Led the league in fast break points (17.3), points in the paint (55.8) and second chance points (15.0) per game. I dont feel great about picking that NBA Finals matchup. Spencer Parlier has worked at CNN, Heavy Inc., and WFSU-FM. Follow your favorite team through the 2022-23 season. The eight-time All-Star should be a lock to return to the big stage for the first time since the 2020-21 season, but hes got to stay healthy (hes missed just three games so far) and maintain the production. 1. 5. The big win this week for the Kings was against the Celtics. A guide to the 70th annual men's ice hockey Beanpot as Northeastern beat Harvard in the first championship game meeting between the two in the tournament's history. OffRtg = Points scored per 100 possessions 4. He shot just 3-for-8 on clutch free throws. Hes a complete player somewhat overlooked due to his presence on one of the Wests lesser contenders. The NBA play-in tournament will conclude with a final game between the 9th-versus-10th winner and the loser of the 7th-versus-8th contest. DeAnthony Melton saw the third biggest jump in 3-point percentage (from 28.6% to 41.2%) among 202 players with at least 100 3-point attempts in each of the last two seasons. The rebuilding Rockets, however, will not contend with him there (and things will feel different on the court than they did the last time he played in the city). Golden States strength hasnt been on offense, but defense this season. But the brass finally got the point guard some legitimate co-stars in Grant and Anfernee Simons, as the Blazers now feature three players averaging 20 points or more for the first time in team history. He ranked seventh in offensive rebounding percentage (13.5%) and fifth in defensive rebounding percentage (28.8%). Ranked second in assist/turnover ratio at 2.14, the fourth highest mark in the 44 seasons for which turnovers have been counted. 3. Their loss against the Celtics was unfortunate with Boston having the ability to double-team Leonard. r/nba 25 days ago. Jrue Holiday matched a career-high with 40 points and made a go-ahead He was named the ACC Player of the Year his senior season. LeBron James played in all three games, but Anthony Davis played in only the Jan. 18 meeting and Andre Drummond was not with the Lakers for any of the three. The views on this page do not necessarily reflect the views of the NBA, its clubs or Turner Broadcasting. Follow him on Twitter @ParlOfWisdom. Pace: 102.8 (3) Charlotte OffRtg: 97.4 (29th vs. Lakers). Stephen Curry led the league in scoring at a career-high 32.0 points per game. Nuggets James Harden, who? The performance against Utah (31 points, 12 rebounds, 14 assists and a season-high four blocks) marked Jokics first career game with that stat line, placing him in the company of James as the only two players in NBA history to put up at least 31/12/14/4 in a game. WebLakers Western Conference is at the official online store of the NBA. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? Dennis Schroder scored a game-high 26 points, helping the team beat the Thunder 123:117, and the Lakers also rose to 11th in the Western Conference. Meanwhile, the Warriors/Nuggets/Jazz all need to stay healthy, but if things break right they are a threat. During the Buckeyes 2017-2018 campaign, Bates-Diop led Ohio State in points and rebounds per game averaging 19.8 points and 8.7 boards. 1 in NBA history ahead of Wilt Chamberlain and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in total games (87) by a center in which they led the team in points, rebounds and assists. Discovery. It may seem premature, but Mitchell is on here as much for what he could be as soon as next season. He grabbed nearly 11 rebounds per game, putting him in double-digits for the very first time. Mavericks 3. 3. He is OffRtg: 111.7 (15) Or write about sports? Plumlee won a national championship as a freshman in 2010, but had his best season as a senior when he averaged 17.1 points and 9.9 boards per game. Photo By - USA TODAY Sports. Jazz 3. NBA Players By Position - Point Guards Search By: Going into Wednesdays game, Jokic ranked No. The strong defense helped propel the Jazz to a league-leading 52-20 record and the top seed in the Western Conference for the 2021 NBA Playoffs. Led the league with 4.5 secondary assists per game and ranked last in average seconds per touch (2.73). It has been the more competitive of the two NBA conferences for several seasons now. DefRtg = Points allowed per 100 possessions Sacramento (0-23) was the only other team without a win in a game it trailed by at least 15 points. USA TODAY. But its unlikely the Warriors get two frontcourt players into the All-Star Game. His 3-point percentage dropped from 40.6% to 35.5%. Enter your information to receive emails about offers, promotions from NCAA.com and our partners. Its time to look at how things are breaking down in the Western Conference with another edition of power From familiar stalwarts to rising youngsters, the West field is chock full of names to watch in the frontcourt. At 24.6 points, 11.7 rebounds and 10 assists per game this campaign, Jokic is on pace to join Westbrook and Robertson as the only players in NBA history to average a The Warriors are 4-7 against Pacific Division opponents. Trail Blazers 7-8 and No. Jared Dudley was Mr. Boston College in the middle of the 2000s. 3. Golden State is No. Top 5 NBA Players Under the Most Pressure to Win a Title, Free Betting Play of the Day NBA Basketball (02/25), Grading the 2022 Quarterback Class Following Rookie Season, Athan: Tony Clark Cant Avoid Salary Cap Forever. DeMar DeRozan scored 1.20 points per possession on isolations, the second best mark for a player with at least 100 isolation possessions in 17 seasons of Synergy tracking. 2. The winner of Grizzlies-Spurs will face the loser of Lakers-Warriors on Friday. Get all the top Lakers fan gear for men, women, and kids at store.nba.com. However, he has played more like himself of late. Updated Nov 30, NBA Expanded Conference Glance. 5. The Spurs are no longer championship contenders, but Gregg Popovich and DeMar DeRozan still present a formidable test for the young, unproven Grizzlies. Coming up on his 38th birthday, James notched his 511th career 30-point performance in Tuesdays loss to Boston to pass Wilt Chamberlain for No. The league average is 15.00 every season. Respect to LeBron James, but the Lakers are Davis team now, and hes playing like it by putting up monster numbers to carry a struggling squad. Ranked last in effective field goal percentage on pull-up jumpers (40.5%). 2. 15 was the fifth highest mark for any team in a game this season. Dennis Schroder scored a game-high 26 points, helping the team beat the Thunder 123:117, and the Lakers also rose to 11th in the Western Conference. Vote Now: NBA All-Star 2023 The Western Conference sent six WebVisit ESPN to view the 2022-23 NBA Standings. Data Provided By If you are having difficulty accessing any content on this website, please visit our Accessibility page. San Antonio OffRtg: 111.3 (13th vs. Memphis). Outscored their opponents by 12.6 in 453 total minutes with Morant and DeAnthony Melton on the floor together, but were about even with one on the floor without the other, much worse defensively with Morant on the floor without Melton and much worse offensively with Melton on the floor without Morant. Lakers DAngelo Russell sprains ankle on bad luck play, leaves by Molly Hensley-Clancy of the Washington Post. The better LA team for now, with this team, finally playing like an actual team. He has scored at least 26 points in five of his last seven games, which included four games of 30 points. 9. Web342. That was the best rim-protection mark among 72 players who defended at least 200 total shots at the rim. Juan Toscano-Anderson (10.4%) and Green (10.4%) had the 10th and 11th lowest rates, respectively. 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