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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

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

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

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.

ESPN NBA
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.

ESPN NBA
Jan 30, 2026

NBA trade intel: Could the Bucks keep Giannis? Eve...
Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst examine eight East contenders, and how a Giannis trade could alter the conference hierarchy.

ESPN NBA
Jan 30, 2026

Don't be surprised if ... we barely see Giannis ag...
Eric Karabell forecasts what to expect from notable players such as Giannis Antetokounmpo, Donovan Clingan and more.

ESPN NBA
Jan 30, 2026

NBA trade deadline intel: League insiders on Bucks...
Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst examine eight East contenders, and how a Giannis trade could alter the conference hierarchy.

ESPN NBA
Jan 30, 2026

Why the LA Clippers are suddenly the hottest team ...
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
Jan 30, 2026

Fantasy basketball: Don't be surprised if ... We b...
Eric Karabell forecasts what to expect from notable players such as Giannis Antetokounmpo, Donovan Clingan and more.

ESPN NBA
Jan 30, 2026

One for ages: Flagg nets 49; Knueppel scores win
Kon Knueppel made the critical plays down the stretch, outdueling Cooper Flagg, his former roommate at Duke who led all scorers with 49 points, and helping the Hornets past the Mavericks for their fifth straight win.

ESPN NBA
Jan 29, 2026

Okongwu has dental fracture after elbow to face
The Hawks' Onyeka Okongwu suffered a dental fracture, losing at least one tooth, after being elbowed in the face. He will not play vs. the Rockets on Thursday.

ESPN NBA
Jan 29, 2026

Sources: Hayes, Bryant accept slam dunk invites
Lakers center Jaxson Hayes and Spurs rookie Carter Bryant have accepted invitations to the NBA slam dunk contest at All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles, sources said.

ESPN NBA
Jan 29, 2026

Sources: Nuggets' Gordon to miss 4-to-6 weeks
Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon will be re-evaluated in four to six weeks with a right hamstring strain, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Jan 29, 2026

?? Power Ranks: Can Pistons, Spurs catch OKC?
Where our NBA insiders ranked all 30 teams one week before the 2026 trade deadline.

ESPN NBA
Jan 29, 2026

The Warriors want Giannis, but does Giannis want t...
Can the Warriors make a deal for Giannis Antetokounmpo? The biggest questions one week out from the deadline.

ESPN NBA
Jan 29, 2026

A Giannis trade, Jimmy Butler's future and the big...
Can the Warriors make a deal for Giannis Antetokounmpo? The biggest questions one week out from the deadline.

ESPN NBA
Jan 29, 2026

Why the Wizards don't need Trae Young to be a fran...
The four-time All-Star wasn't brought in to be a franchise savior, the Wizards say. He was brought in to cultivate the player they believe is their next one, former No. 2 pick Alex Sarr.

ESPN NBA
Jan 29, 2026

Updated NBA Power Rankings: This might be the week...
Where our NBA insiders ranked all 30 teams one week before the 2026 trade deadline.

ESPN NBA
Jan 29, 2026

Blakeney goes from an NBA player to alleged game fixer
FBI investigation links 26 to an alleged point-shaving and wire-fraud conspiracy.

ESPN NBA
Jan 29, 2026

Tatum waiting to make call on a return this season...
Celtics All-Star forward Jayson Tatum told ESPN he hasn't made a decision about whether he will return from a torn Achilles tendon this season because he "wants to get it right the first time."

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

LeBron tears up during Cavaliers' tribute video
LeBron James teared up during a timeout when the Cavs showed video highlights of him scoring 25 straight points during Game 5 of the 2007 Eastern Conference finals against the Pistons.

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

Stephen Currytakes home Sundance Film Festival awa...
The four-time NBA champion added another honor to his lengthy résumé on Tuesday night, this time off the court.

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

The Lakers, the Cavaliers and LeBron's most domina...
There are many similarities between this season's Lakers team and the Cavaliers in 2017-18. He returns to Cleveland on Wednesday night.

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

Jason Williams' rookie jersey sells for $140K
Jason Williams' game-worn home white Sacramento Kings jersey from the lockout-shortened 1998-99 NBA season, Williams' rookie year, has sold privately for $140,000. It's the most spent on any Williams item.

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

Sources: Rockets' Adams has surgery, season over
Rockets center Steven Adams, who is averaging 8.6 rebounds this season, has undergone season-ending surgery on his left ankle, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

What we know about a potential Giannis trade: Why ...
The Bucks and an injured Antetokounmpo have reached a potential breaking point. What's next in Milwaukee?

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

What we know about a potential Giannis trade: Why the Bucks could make a deal now
The Bucks and an injured Antetokounmpo have reached a potential breaking point. What's next in Milwaukee?

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

What 29 NBA teams can offer for Giannis -- and why 11 rise to the top
As the Bucks open trade talks for Giannis Antetokounmpo, which teams have the players, draft picks and contracts to get a deal done?

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

NBA buzz: Live updates, trades and intel from arou...
Catch up on the latest buzz, trade alerts and league intel from our ESPN NBA insiders.

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

Bobby Marks' NBA trade deadline guide: What to kno...
What deals could kick-start the trade deadline? Marks examines the players, picks and priorities you need to know for every team.

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

NBA Futures: Celtics make a big leap, SGA distance...
The Boston Celtics now have the third-shortest odds to win the NBA championship, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues to distance himself in the MVP race.

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

What 29 NBA teams can offer for Giannis -- and why...
As the Bucks open trade talks for Giannis Antetokounmpo, which teams have the players, draft picks and contracts to get a deal done?

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

Trade Giannis now?! All we know about what's next ...
The Bucks and an injured Antetokounmpo have reached a potential breaking point. What's next in Milwaukee?

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

Sources: Giannis preps for Bucks exit amid offers
Giannis Antetokounmpo is ready for a new home ahead of the trade deadline as several teams have made aggressive offers to the Bucks, league sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

Cavs' Mobley sidelined by calf strain for 2nd time...
Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley will miss the next 1-3 weeks because of a left calf strain, the team announced Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

Flagg, Knueppel, Edgecomb top Rising Stars picks
Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel and VJ Edgecombe were the first three picks for the NBA's Rising Stars Challenge.

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

Fast break: Nurkic piling up triple-doubles, Spenc...
A look around the league reveals the latest trends, from Jusuf Nurkic's incredible stretch to Cam Spencer's assist barrage and more.

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

Pickups: Look at Melton, Hield to help fill Butler...
Every week in fantasy basketball, there are available players who can help fill holes in your roster.

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

How the NBA community helped JJ Redick and his fam...
A year after fires burned across Los Angeles, Redick has become a public face of the rebuild.

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

Copy of The Lakers, the Cavaliers and LeBron's most domina...
There are many similarities between this Lakers team and its season and the Cavaliers in 2017-18, which James says remains the best campaign of his illustrious career. He returns to Cleveland on Wednesday night.

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

Updated NBA Power Rankings: This might be the week Detroit catches OKC
Where our NBA insiders ranked all 30 teams one week before the 2026 trade deadline.

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

How the NBA community helped JJ Redick and his family rebuild
A year after fires burned across Los Angeles, Redick has become a public face of the rebuild.

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

The Lakers, the Cavaliers and LeBron's most dominant season ever
There are many similarities between this Lakers team and its season and the Cavaliers in 2017-18, which James says remains the best campaign of his illustrious career. He returns to Cleveland on Wednesday night.

ESPN NBA
Jan 28, 2026

Power Rankings: Can the Pistons or Spurs catch the Thunder for the top spot?
Where our NBA insiders ranked all 30 teams one week before the 2026 trade deadline.

ESPN NBA
Jan 27, 2026

Flagg, Knueppel, Edgecombe get Rising Stars nods
Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel and VJ Edgecombe were the first three picks for the NBA's Rising Stars Challenge.

ESPN NBA
Jan 27, 2026

Cavs' Mobley sidelined by calf strain for 2nd time
Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley will miss the next 1-3 weeks because of a left calf strain, the team announced Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Jan 27, 2026

Wembanyama 'horrified' by Minnesota shootings
Spurs star Victor Wembanyama on Tuesday articulated his thoughts on a pair of fatal shootings by federal agents in Minneapolis, saying, "Every day I wake up and see the news and I'm horrified."

ESPN NBA
Jan 27, 2026

Points league rankings: How Giannis' injury shakes things up
Updated fantasy basketball rankings for points leagues, with Nikola Jokic moving up as he nears a return.

ESPN NBA
Jan 27, 2026

Benny the Bull picks new number after Derrick Rose's No. 1 jersey retirement
Benny the Bull had worn No. 1 since 1969. In honor of Derrick Rose's jersey retirement, the beloved mascot decided to enter a new era.

ESPN NBA
Jan 27, 2026

Bobby Marks' NBA trade deadline guide: What to know about all 30 teams
What deals could kick-start the trade deadline? Marks examines the players, picks and priorities you need to know for every team.

ESPN NBA
Jan 27, 2026

Latest intel from Brian Windhorst's podcast
Here are the biggest highlights from Windhorst's "The Hoop Collective" podcast.

ESPN NBA
Jan 27, 2026

NBA trade deadline primer: 30 teams, 30 outlooks ahead of Feb. 5
What deals could kick-start the trade deadline? Bobby Marks examines the players, picks and priorities you need to know for every team.

ESPN NBA
Jan 27, 2026

The 10 teams that have the most to trade for Giannis
If the Bucks open trade talks for Giannis Antetokounmpo, which teams have what it will take to get a deal done?

ESPN NBA
Jan 27, 2026

Celtics pay tribute to champion Holiday in return
Jrue Holiday said his welcome back to Boston "brought back good times" and complimented Celtics fans for having his back while he played there.

ESPN NBA
Jan 26, 2026

Curry, Green out for Dubs; Edwards out for Wolves
Stephen Curry and Draymond Green won't play for Golden State while Anthony Edwards is out for Minnesota in Monday's matchup.

ESPN NBA
Jan 26, 2026

Mavs' Flagg headlines Rising Stars player pool
Ten rookies -- all of whom were taken in the lottery in June's draft -- and 11 sophomores, as well as seven players from the G League are slated to take part in next month's Rising Stars Challenge.

ESPN NBA
Jan 26, 2026

Fantasy basketball points league rankings: How Giannis' injury shakes things up
Updated fantasy basketball rankings for points leagues, with Nikola Jokic moving up as he nears a return.

ESPN NBA
Jan 26, 2026

No return of the Mac: McClung sits dunk contest
Three-time defending NBA Slam Dunk Contest champion Mac McClung will not defend his title, electing not to participate in the 2026 All-Star showcase.

ESPN NBA
Jan 26, 2026

After Clippers' 15-3 run, fan follows through on eating his words
The Clippers' midseason surge turned a bold online statement into a literal follow-through.

ESPN NBA
Jan 26, 2026

Bucks don't offer timetable for Giannis return
Giannis Antetokounmpo's potential return date remains uncertain as the Bucks forward recovers from a calf strain.

ESPN NBA
Jan 26, 2026

Buzz: Live updates, trades and intel from around the league
Catch up on the latest buzz, trade alerts and league intel from our ESPN NBA insiders.

ESPN NBA
Jan 26, 2026

The 10 NBA teams that have the most to trade for Giannis
If the Bucks open trade talks for Giannis Antetokounmpo, which teams have the players, draft picks and contracts to get a deal done?

ESPN NBA
Jan 26, 2026

?? Midseason lessons for all 30 NBA teams
What have we learned about every team throughout the first half of 2025-26? Tim Bontemps canvasses the league.

ESPN NBA
Jan 26, 2026

Pickups: Look at Melton, Hield to help fill Butler void
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
Jan 26, 2026

Should Milwaukee seek a Giannis trade? State of the Bucks, plus what 29 teams can offer
If the Bucks open trade talks for Giannis Antetokounmpo, which teams have the players, draft picks and contracts to get a deal done?

ESPN NBA
Jan 26, 2026

NBA buzz: Live updates, trades and intel from around the league
Catch up on the latest buzz, trade alerts and league intel from our ESPN NBA insiders.

ESPN NBA
Jan 26, 2026

Fires, destruction and hope: One year later for JJ Redick, the Lakers and Los Angeles
A year after fires burned across Los Angeles, Redick has become a public face of the rebuild and seen firsthand the generosity of those around him.

ESPN NBA
Jan 25, 2026

Suns' Booker out at least week with ankle sprain
Suns guard Devin Booker, who averaged a team-high 25.4 points and 6.2 assists, will miss at least a week with a sprained right ankle.

ESPN NBA
Jan 25, 2026

Warriors' Kuminga out with bone bruise in knee
Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga has been diagnosed with a bone bruise in his left knee and will be reevaluated "in the coming days," the team announced.

ESPN NBA
Jan 25, 2026

Minnesota teams, NBPA call for peace amid unrest
The Vikings, Wild, Timberwolves, Lynx as well as the NBPA spoke out Sunday about the fatal shootings by federal agents in the state, calling for a deescalation of tensions and peace.

ESPN NBA
Jan 25, 2026

Nuggets-Grizz, Mavs-Bucks ppd. by winter storm
NBA matchups between the Nuggets and Grizzlies as well as the Mavericks and Bucks were among the sports events postponed because of the winter storm across much of the United States.

ESPN NBA
Jan 25, 2026

Grizz-Nuggets among events PPD by winter storm
Sunday's NBA matchup between the Nuggets and Grizzlies were among the sports events postponed because of the winter storm across much of the United States.

ESPN NBA
Jan 25, 2026

Buzz: Ripple effects from the Antetokounmpo, Morant injuries
Catch up on the latest buzz, trade alerts and league intel from our ESPN NBA insiders.

ESPN NBA
Jan 25, 2026

'Fantastic': Luka's clutch defense seals Lakers' win
Lakers coach JJ Redick praised Luka Doncic as "fantastic" after his clutch, late defensive plays against Dallas on Saturday night.

ESPN NBA
Jan 25, 2026

Emotional Rose sees Bulls' No. 1 jersey retired
The Chicago Bulls retired Derrick Rose's No. 1 jersey after Saturday's 106-103 victory against the Boston Celtics, and the former guard grew emotional throughout the ceremony.

ESPN NBA
Jan 25, 2026

Pistons clinch All-Star selection for Bickerstaff
Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff was named a coach for the 2026 NBA-All Star game after his team clinched the East's best record.

ESPN NBA
Jan 24, 2026

Robinson sparks Knicks' rally in win vs. Sixers
The Knicks battled back from an early deficit to earn a hard-fought victory against the 76ers, their second straight victory after losing nine of their last 11 games.

ESPN NBA
Jan 24, 2026

Warriors-Wolves ppd. after Minneapolis shooting
The NBA has postponed Saturday's game between the Timberwolves and Warriors in Minneapolis amid growing unrest after a Saturday morning confrontation with federal immigration officers ended in a man being shot and killed.

ESPN NBA
Jan 24, 2026

Midseason lessons for all 30 teams: Trade dramas, standings surprises
What have we learned about every team throughout the first half of 2025-26?

ESPN NBA
Jan 24, 2026

Morant out past trade deadline with elbow sprain
Grizzlies star guard Ja Morant will miss at least three weeks due to a UCL sprain in his left elbow, meaning that he will be sidelined through the Feb. 5 trade deadline.

ESPN NBA
Jan 24, 2026

How a 3-year-old Knicks fan's viral videos led Jalen Brunson to meet his youngest -- but biggest -- fan
The young fan's viral Jalen Brunson impression traveled from Instagram to Madison Square Garden.

ESPN NBA
Jan 24, 2026

Giannis expects to miss 4-6 weeks with calf injury
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo will undergo an MRI on his right calf but said he expects the injury to sideline him for at least four to six weeks.

ESPN NBA
Jan 24, 2026

Kuminga injures knee, ankle, holding off on MRI
The Warriors' Jonathan Kuminga told ESPN he will wait to see how his hyperextended knee feels Friday morning before deciding whether to get an MRI.

ESPN NBA
Jan 24, 2026

Nuggets' Gordon injures hamstring, awaits tests
Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon injured his hamstring near the end of the second quarter and did not return for the second half of Friday's game against the Bucks.

ESPN NBA
Jan 23, 2026

Nuggets' Gordon (hamstring) exits vs. Bucks
Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon injured his hamstring near the end of the second quarter and did not return for the second half of Friday's game against the Bucks.

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