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Apr 26, 2026

'Like Magic': KAT's triple-double keys Game 4 win
Karl-Anthony Towns recorded his first playoff triple-double to help the Knicks even the series with the Hawks with a 114-98 win in Game 4.

ESPN NBA
Apr 26, 2026

McDaniels' late layup irks Jokic in Nuggets loss
Jaden McDaniels' late layup in Minnesota's 112-96 Game 4 home victory over Denver incited a skirmish with Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets, a scrum that led to ejections as the Timberwolves secured a 3-1 series lead.

ESPN NBA
Apr 26, 2026

McDaniels' late layup irks Jokic in Nuggets' loss
Jaden McDaniels' late layup in Minnesota's 112-96 Game 4 home victory over Denver incited a skirmish with Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets on Saturday night, a scrum that led to ejections on a night when the Timberwolves secured a 3-1 series lead.

ESPN NBA
Apr 26, 2026

West playoff takeaways: Dosunmu record night boosts Wolves over Nuggets
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.

ESPN NBA
Apr 26, 2026

'Like Magic': KAT's triple-double key Game 4 win
Karl-Anthony Towns recorded his first playoff triple-double to help the Knicks even the series with the Hawks with a 114-98 win in Game 4.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

Towns' triple-double helps Knicks even series
Karl-Anthony Towns recorded his first playoff triple-double to help the Knicks even the series with the Hawks with a 114-98 win in Game 4.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

East playoff takeaways: Knicks control Game 4 to even series
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Eastern Conference's first round.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

Suns' Booker hurt on Dort's trip, questions intent
Suns star Devin Booker briefly let Saturday's Game 3 with a left ankle injury and said he didn't know if the Thunder's Lu Dort purposely stuck his foot out to trip him.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

SGA lets game do talking, silences Suns with 42
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who took criticism from the Suns' Dillon Brooks after Game 2 for so-called foul-baiting, dominated Saturday's Game 3 with a career playoff-high 42 points to put the Thunder one win away from a series sweep.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

Follow live: Knicks look to level series against Hawks in Game 4
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ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

West playoff takeaways: Surgical SGA performance puts Phoenix on the brink
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

Bane, Magic's added 'dimension,' nets 7 3s in win
Desmond Bane connected on seven 3-pointers, and closed with 25 points, as the Orlando Magic watched a 17-point fourth-quarter lead evaporate before rallying to defeat the Detroit Pistons 113-105 on Saturday, taking a 2-1 lead in their first-round series.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

NBA: Smart committed lane violation on key FT
Marcus Smart should have been called for a lane violation on the final of his three free throws toward the end of regulation in the Lakers' Game 3 win.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

Magic hold off Pistons' late push, grab 2-1 lead
Paolo Banchero and Desmond Bane each scored 25 points, and the Orlando Magic watched a 17-point fourth-quarter lead evaporate before rallying to defeat the Detroit Pistons 113-105 Saturday, taking a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference first-round series.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

East playoff takeaways: The biggest concern for top-seeded Pistons
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Eastern Conference's first round.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

Follow live: Suns host Thunders in Game 4
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ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

Follow live: Piston, Magic clash for control of series in Game 3
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ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

Durant improving, but G4 status vs. Lakers unclear
Houston Rockets coach Ime Udoka said Saturday that injured star Kevin Durant was doing better, but his status for Game 4 against the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night was still unclear with the Rockets facing elimination.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

2026 NBA draft top 100: Where top prospects land on the big board
Here is the updated top 100 big board for the 2026 class.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

?? NBA coaching carousel: Latest on open jobs
Milwaukee has found its next coach, while Chicago and New Orleans are looking for long-term fits. Here's what lies ahead for each franchise.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

Harper stars off bench to rally Wemby-less Spurs
Spurs rookie Dylan Harper had 27 points off the bench and teammate Stephon Castle had a game-high 33 to help the Spurs rally past the Blazers on Friday night and take a 2-1 series lead.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

Lakers' last-minute magic keys OT win for 3-0 lead
LeBron James scored 29 points, including a tying 3-pointer with 13 seconds left in regulation, and the Lakers took advantage of a Rockets team missing Kevin Durant for a 112-108 win Friday night to take a 3-0 lead in their first-round series.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

Udoka calls out Rockets after collapse: 'Grow up'
Rockets coach Ime Udoka called out his team after a late-game collapse that saw Houston fall into a 3-0 series hole against the Lakers. "Horrendous mistakes," he said. "I don't know if you want to say youth or scared of the moment, or whatever the case."

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

Follow live: Spurs look to bounce back vs. Trail Blazers in Game 3
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ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

Lakers storm back late, win in OT to seize 3-0 lead
LeBron James scored 29 points, including a tying 3-pointer with 13 seconds left in regulation, and the Lakers took advantage of a Rockets team missing Kevin Durant for a 112-108 win Friday night to take a 3-0 lead in their first-round series.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

Tatum, Brown come up big in Celts' 'fun' G3 win
The countless moments when Boston's Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown duo has been tested on the biggest stage shined through Friday night against the 76ers.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

West playoff takeaways: Lakers drive to 3-0 series lead over Rockets
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2026

West playoff takeaways: Spurs beat Trail Blazers without Wemby; Lakers win in OT
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

Follow live: Rockets look to avoid 3-0 hole vs. Lakers in Game 3
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ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

East playoff takeaways: Boston takes 2-1 lead with win in Philadelphia
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Eastern Conference's first round.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

Wembanyama 'progressing' but out for Game 3
Spurs star Victor Wembanyama was not available for Friday night's Game 3 against Portland in the teams' first-round playoff series while he continues to recover from a concussion.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

Follow live: 76ers host Celtics in pivotal Game 3
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ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

Alexander-Walker named Most Improved Player
Nickeil Alexander-Walker was named this season's Most Improved Player on Friday, marking the second straight Atlanta Hawks player to win the award.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

Rockets' Durant, Lakers' Reaves out for Game 3
Rockets forward Kevin Durant and Lakers guard Austin Reaves were downgraded from questionable to out before Friday's Game 3 of their teams' first-round playoff series.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

Raptors' Quickley aggravates injury, out for series
Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley aggravated his strained right hamstring while working his way back from the injury and will not be available during Toronto's first-round playoff series against Cleveland, the team said Friday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

Sources: Rockets' Durant (ankle) out for Game 3
Rockets forward Kevin Durant has been ruled out for Friday night's Game 3 against the Lakers because of a left ankle sprain, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

Ex-Suns employee's discrimination suit dismissed
A former Suns security employee's lawsuit, which cited allegations of discrimination, harassment and retaliation, was voluntarily dismissed on Thursday with prejudice, and the team said there was no settlement.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

Embiid sits Game 3; 'Just not ready,' coach says
Despite an increased workload, Joel Embiid will miss Game 3 of the 76ers' first-round series against the Celtics as he continues to recover from an appendectomy.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

NBA Futures: Knicks down to 30-1 to win title; Timberwolves up to 60-1
The Knicks' title odds are lengthening after falling behind in their series, while the Timberwolves' odds are heading in the opposite direction.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

Peterson enters NBA draft after one season at KU
Kansas star freshman Darryn Peterson is entering the 2026 NBA draft, where he is expected to be one of the top picks.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

How the Thunder helped heal Oklahoma City 30 years after unimaginable terror
For 30 years, the Oklahoma City bombing -- the most devastating act of homegrown terrorism in history -- has been seared into the identity of the city. Since 2008, the Thunder have been trying to honor it -- and give the fans a new one.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

How a trade 19 years ago is *still* helping the Oklahoma City Thunder and their title hopes
Little did anyone know that on July 11, 2007, a minor trade between the Seattle SuperSonics and the Orlando Magic would change NBA history.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

McCollum's clutch shot squashes Knicks' late rally
CJ McCollum hit a fadeaway jumper with 12.5 seconds left, lifting the Hawks to a 2-1 lead over the Knicks in their first-round playoff series Thursday night.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

Barrett, Barnes combine for 66 to revive Raptors
The Raptors proved they could "make some noise" in their first-round series against the Cavs, as RJ Barrett and Scottie Barnes each scored 33 points in a 126-104 rout in Thursday night's Game 3.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

Scoreless Bridges sits most of 2nd half in loss
Knicks coach Mike Brown isn't yet ready to bench Mikal Bridges, but he took a step toward it in a disappointing Game 3 finish in Atlanta.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

Rare playoff dud by Jokic puts Nuggets in 2-1 hole
It was a night to forget for Nuggets star Nikola Jokic, who missed 19 of his 26 shots in a blowout Game 3 loss that gave the Timberwolves a 2-1 series lead.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

West playoff takeaways: Wolves take 2-1 lead on Nuggets
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

East playoff takeaways: Hawks take a 2-1 lead, Raptors fight back
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Eastern Conference's first round.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

2026 NBA draft lottery: Everything you need to know
The 2026 NBA draft lottery will happen May 10, with 14 teams having a chance at the No. 1 pick. Here are the full details.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2026

McCollum sparks Hawks again with late jumper
CJ McCollum hit a fadeaway jumper with 12.5 seconds left, lifting the Hawks to a 2-1 lead over the Knicks in their first-round playoff series Thursday night.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

Follow live: Timberwolves host Nuggets in battle for series lead in Game 3
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ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

McCollum clutch again as Knicks face 2-1 deficit
CJ McCollum hit a fadeaway jumper with 12.5 seconds left, leading the Hawks to a 2-1 lead over the Knicks in their first-round playoff series on Thursday night.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

NBA fines Booker for blasting refs, rescinds tech
The NBA has fined Devin Booker $35,000 for publicly criticizing officials following the Suns' Game 2 loss to the Thunder.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

Nuggets' Gordon out for Game 3 with calf injury
Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon, who initially was probable on the injury report, was ruled out two hours before tip-off because of tightness in his calf.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

East playoff takeaways: Hawks take a 2-1, Raptors fight back
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Eastern Conference's first round.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

Follow live: Hawks host Knicks in battle for series lead in Game 3
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ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

Nuggets' Gordon to miss Game 3 with calf injury
Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon, who initially was probable on the injury report, was ruled out two hours before tip-off because of tightness in his calf.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

Autographed Jordan card sells for record $4.25M
An on-card autographed 1997-98 Upper Deck Game Jersey Michael Jordan card, with a jersey swatch embedded from the 1992 NBA All-Star Game, has sold privately via Goldin Auctions for $4.25 million.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

76ers upgrade Embiid to doubtful going into G3
Joel Embiid, who had an emergency appendectomy two weeks ago, participated in parts of the 76ers' practice Thursday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

Lakers' Reaves upgraded to questionable for G3
Lakers guard Austin Reaves, who hasn't been sidelined since straining his left oblique on April 2, has been upgraded to questionable for Game 3, while Rockets star Kevin Durant is questionable with a sprained left ankle.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

NBA coaching carousel: As Bucks hire Jenkins, what's next for open jobs in Chicago and New Orleans?
Milwaukee has found its next coach, while Chicago and New Orleans are looking for long-term fits. Here's what lies ahead for each franchise.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

OKC's Williams has Grade 1 strain, week-to-week
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams sustained a Grade 1 left hamstring strain and will be reevaluated on a weekly basis, the team announced on Thursday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

Sources: Bucks finalizing deal to hire Jenkins
The Milwaukee Bucks are finalizing a deal to hire Taylor Jenkins as the franchise's new head coach, sources told ESPN on Thursday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

NBA buzz: Everything we're hearing on the latest news
Here's the latest news and reactions from our NBA insiders, including how the Bulls are thinking about their front office vacancies.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

NBA Futures: Lakers 35-1 to win title; Wemby's Finals MVP odds lengthen
The Lakers' title odds are rocketing after taking a 2-0 lead on Houston, while Victor Wembanyama's Finals MVP odds are lengthening.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

How Pistons center Jalen Duren turned muscles into metrics
Jalen Duren's rise from young player to All-Star hasn't quite been meteoric, but for Detroit he's right on time.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

Celtics' White wins NBA's Sportsmanship Award
Derrick White of the Celtics is the NBA's Sportsmanship Award winner for this season, as selected by his fellow players across the league.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

The Knicks' KAT quagmire: Is he declining, underutilized ... or something worse?
Karl-Anthony Towns' fit and future are constant pressure points in New York. But for now, the Knicks' playoff run hinges on his game-changing versatility.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

Latest NBA buzz: Everything we're hearing ahead of the offseason, draft
Here's the latest news and reactions from our NBA insiders, including how the Bulls are thinking about their front office vacancies.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

Wemby to travel with Spurs while in protocol
Victor Wembanyama will travel with the Spurs to Portland for games this weekend, even while continuing to complete the steps mandated by the concussion protocol.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

Potential No. 1 pick Dybantsa enters NBA draft
AJ Dybantsa, the projected No. 1 pick this summer, has declared for the 2026 NBA draft, he announced on YouTube.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

Rare 1997 Kobe card sells for record $3.15M
A 1997 Kobe Bryant Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems Green card has been purchased by alternative trading platform Alt for $3.15 million, the most ever paid for a solo Bryant card.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

?? NBA draft lottery: Full details on the event
The 2026 NBA draft lottery will happen May 10, with 14 teams having a chance at the No. 1 overall pick. Here are the full details.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

Everything you need to know
The 2026 NBA draft lottery will happen May 10, with 14 teams having a chance at the No. 1 overall pick. Here are the full details.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

How Pistons' center Jalen Duren turned muscles into metrics
Jalen Duren's rise from young player to All-Star hasn't quite been meteoric, but for Detroit he's right on time.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

'Neither Thibs nor Mike Brown has figured it out': Can the playoffs unlock Karl-Anthony Towns?
KAT's fit and future are constant pressure points in New York. But for now, the Knicks' playoff run hinges on his game-changing versatility.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

Booker, Brooks rip refs after Suns' loss: 'Terrible'
Suns star Devin Booker called crew chief James Williams out by name while saying Wednesday's officiating was "bad for the integrity of the sport."

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

OKC takes 2-0 lead but loses Williams to injury
Thunder star Jalen Williams grabbed his left hamstring after missing a contested layup and left the court in the third quarter of Wednesday's Game 2 win over the Suns.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

Silver lauds Memphis, open to Nashville games
NBA commissioner Adam Silver reaffirmed the league's commitment to Memphis but added he'd like to see the Grizzlies play occasional games in Nashville in an effort to widen the team's fan base.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

How Gmac Cash became Detroit's voice of victory
The Detroit rapper's team-specific anthem is now a fixture at Little Caesars Arena after every win.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

West playoff takeaways: Thunder cruise past Suns for 2-0 lead
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

OKC takes 2-0 lead, but loses Williams to injury
Thunder star Jalen Williams grabbed his left hamstring after missing a contested layup and left the court in the third quarter of Wednesday's Game 2 win over the Suns.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2026

Bickerstaff's fiery talk was 'spark' Pistons needed
After Detroit head coach J.B. Bickerstaff's fiery halftime speech in Game 2, the Pistons delivered an emphatic reminder that they are the East's best team.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2026

East playoff takeaways: Pistons rout Magic to even series
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Eastern Conference's first round.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2026

NBA playoffs betting tips for Wednesday's games
Andre Snellings breaks down Wednesday's NBA games and offers his top fantasy streamers as well as his favorite bets and DFS plays.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2026

Johnson joins Ginobili as Spurs' Sixth Man winners
Spurs forward Keldon Johnson was named the NBA's Sixth Man of the Year on Wednesday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2026

Silver reaffirms NBA's commitment to Memphis
NBA commissioner Adam Silver reaffirmed the league's commitment to Memphis but added he'd like to see the Grizzlies play occasional games in Nashville in an effort to widen the team's fan base.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2026

Letters detail Aspiration fallout for Ballmer, probe
Attorneys representing the NBA and Clippers owner Steve Ballmer submitted separate letters to a federal judge ahead of the sentencing of Joseph Sanberg, the co-founder of Aspiration, a now-defunct company at the center of an investigation by the league.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2026

Nuggets on McDaniels' criticism: 'Let them talk'
In response to the Wolves' Jaden McDaniels calling them out for being "bad defenders," the Nuggets on Wednesday said "it's part of the rivalry."

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2026

Projected lottery pick Acuff declares for NBA draft
Arkansas guard Darius Acuff Jr. announced Wednesday on ESPN's "NBA Today" that he is declaring for the 2026 NBA draft.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2026

Five reasons to still trust the Pistons, even after a disastrous Game 1
Game 1 didn't go Detroit's way on Sunday, but there are still a lot of reasons to trust these young Pistons.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2026

NBA playoffs betting tips: Banchero leads best bets as Magic seek 2-0 lead
Andre Snellings breaks down Wednesday's NBA games and offers his top fantasy streamers as well as his favorite bets and DFS plays.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2026

East playoff takeaways: How Philly stole Game 2 in Boston
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Eastern Conference's first round.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2026

France to host men's hoops World Cup in 2031
Victor Wembanyama will have a chance to play a home World Cup, as France was awarded the hosting rights to the 2031 men's tournament by basketball's governing body FIBA. Japan will host the 2030 Women's World Cup.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2026

West playoff takeaways: Lakers stymie Rockets to take 2-0 lead
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2026

Blockbuster trade? New coach? Hard reset? The Warriors begin an offseason with massive uncertainty
Golden State enters another offseason in search of a co-star for Stephen Curry, and the Warriors might be searching for a new coach too.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2026

Don't panic, Detroit! The five reasons to still trust the Pistons this postseason
Game 1 didn't go Detroit's way on Sunday, but there are still a lot of reasons to trust these young Pistons.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2026

How the Magic avoided disaster and turned things around
Orlando's surge over Charlotte and surprise win over Detroit began with a three-minute highlight reel.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2026

OKC's Jared McCain can hoop, but he's also famous for his viral dance moves
The 22-year-old guard out of Duke has built a social media empire since first posting a video on Feb. 6, 2020.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2026

'Pistons Won Again': How Gmac Cash became Detroit's voice of victory
The Detroit rapper's team-specific anthem is now a fixture at Little Caesars Arena after every win.

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