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Apr 05, 2026

Embiid irked by 76ers, out again against Pistons
Joel Embiid said he was angry at the Sixers for not allowing him to play Wednesday against Washington. After playing Friday, he was ruled out vs. the Pistons.

ESPN NBA
Apr 05, 2026

Jokic outduels Wemby in 'amazing' OT thriller
Nikola Jokic outdueled Victor Wembanyama in a clash of MVP candidates Saturday as the Nuggets extended their win streak to eight games.

ESPN NBA
Apr 05, 2026

Pistons seal East's top seed as 'gritty' D steps up
The Detroit Pistons clinched homecourt advantage throughout the East playoffs for the first time since the 2006-07 season while missing franchise player Cade Cunningham.

ESPN NBA
Apr 05, 2026

Vucevic upgraded for possible return vs. Raptors
Celtics center Nikola Vucevic was upgraded to questionable for Sunday's game against the Toronto Raptors one month after undergoing surgery for a fractured right ring finger.

ESPN NBA
Apr 04, 2026

Basketball Hall of Fame: Class of 2026
Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Amar'e Stoudemire, Doc Rivers and Mike D'Antoni headline the Class of 2026.

ESPN NBA
Apr 04, 2026

NBA playoff watch: Can ailing Lakers stay ahead of Nuggets?
LA's lead for the 3-seed is down to a half-game. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Friday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 04, 2026

Embiid irked by 76ers; out again vs. Pistons
Joel Embiid said he was angry at the Sixers for not allowing him to play Wednesday against Washington. After playing Friday, he was ruled out vs. the Pistons.

ESPN NBA
Apr 04, 2026

Sources: Lakers' Reaves (oblique) out 4-6 weeks
Lakers guard Austin Reaves has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 left oblique muscle injury and will be out for the remainder of the regular season.

ESPN NBA
Apr 04, 2026

Ex-ref Crawford: Challenges hold refs accountable
Joey Crawford, a member of the 2026 Hall of Fame class, advocated for the use of challenge systems in sports, saying they hold officials accountable.

ESPN NBA
Apr 04, 2026

Curry details his 'new normal' after knee recovery
Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry on Saturday detailed the persistent and "unpredictable" right knee injury that has kept him out of the previous 27 games.

ESPN NBA
Apr 04, 2026

NBA investigating dispute over Giannis' health
The NBA is investigating the Bucks' handling of Giannis Antetokounmpo after the star forward told reporters that he is being held out despite being healthy enough to play.

ESPN NBA
Apr 04, 2026

Celtics' Vucevic upgraded for Raptors game
Celtics center Nikola Vucevic was upgraded to questionable for Sunday's game against the Toronto Raptors one month after undergoing surgery for a fractured right ring finger.

ESPN NBA
Apr 04, 2026

Battered Lakers could be without Reaves vs. Mavs
Lakers guard Austin Reaves underwent an MRI on his left oblique/rib area Saturday and is questionable to play vs. the Mavericks on Sunday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 04, 2026

Stoudemire: HOF induction 'means everything'
Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Chamique Holdsclaw and the 1996 U.S. Olympic women's team will enter the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame later this year, joined by Amar'e Stoudemire, Mike D'Antoni, Joey Crawford, Doc Rivers and Mark Few.

ESPN NBA
Apr 04, 2026

NBA playoff watch: Can Spurs stay red hot?
Wemby & Co. head to Denver. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Friday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 04, 2026

Mavs' Flagg, 19, is youngest to have 50-pt game
Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg became the youngest player in NBA history to have a 50-point game, as the rookie scored 51 in Friday's 138-127 home loss to the Magic.

ESPN NBA
Apr 04, 2026

Mavs' Flagg, 19, is youngest with 50-point game
Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg became the youngest player in NBA history to have a 50-point game, as the rookie scored 51 in a 138-127 home loss to the Magic.

ESPN NBA
Apr 04, 2026

Coaches push back on LeBron's Memphis remark
A pair of NBA head coaches defended Memphis and its culture following criticism by Lakers star LeBron James that the Grizzlies should relocate.

ESPN NBA
Apr 03, 2026

Sources: NBA investigating Bucks, Giannis' health
The NBA is investigating the Bucks' handling of Giannis Antetokounmpo, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania, after the star forward told reporters Friday that he is being held out despite being healthy enough to play.

ESPN NBA
Apr 03, 2026

Towns held out with elbow injury; Knicks rout Bulls
Karl-Anthony Towns took part in the Knicks' pregame warmups but was ultimately held out of Friday's game against the Bulls because of a right elbow impingement.

ESPN NBA
Apr 03, 2026

2 HCs push back after LeBron's Memphis remark
A pair of NBA head coaches defended Memphis and its culture Friday following criticism by Lakers star LeBron James that the Grizzlies should just relocate.

ESPN NBA
Apr 03, 2026

Knicks' Towns ruled out vs. Bulls with elbow issue
Karl-Anthony Towns took part in the Knicks' pregame warmups but was ultimately held out of Friday's game against the Bulls because of a right elbow impingement.

ESPN NBA
Apr 03, 2026

Latest NBA buzz, including Luka's hamstring injury
Here's what league insiders are talking about behind the scenes, including when Doncic might be to return from his latest injury.

ESPN NBA
Apr 03, 2026

Latest NBA buzz: What we know about Luka's hamstring injury
Here's what league insiders are talking about behind the scenes, including when Doncic might be to return from his latest injury.

ESPN NBA
Apr 03, 2026

Doncic set to miss at least rest of regular season
Lakers star Luka Doncic has a Grade 2 hamstring strain and will be out at least through the end of the regular season, the team announced Friday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 03, 2026

Main Street regional network to cease operations
Main Street Sports Group, the flailing regional sports network, has informed NBA and NHL teams it will cease operations at end of their respective seasons.

ESPN NBA
Apr 03, 2026

Sources: Curry expected to return vs. Rockets
Following two successful scrimmages, Warriors star Stephen Curry is expected to get official clearance for a Sunday return to the lineup after missing the previous 27 games with a persistent right knee issue, league sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Apr 03, 2026

Final NBA MVP (and ROY) straw poll: Here's who voters are picking to win
Can Wemby's late push unseat SGA? Tim Bontemps polls 100 NBA insiders for the latest MVP snapshot. Plus, a look at the race for top rookie.

ESPN NBA
Apr 03, 2026

NBA MVP straw poll: Wemby closes the gap in our final award update
Can Wemby's late push unseat SGA? Tim Bontemps polls 100 NBA insiders for the latest MVP snapshot. Plus, a look at the race for top rookie.

ESPN NBA
Apr 03, 2026

?? Scouts on draft: Is Peterson or Dybantsa No. 1?
Fit over talent? Versatility over production? NBA scouts and execs break down the conversations happening at the top of the draft.

ESPN NBA
Apr 03, 2026

Edwards (sick) sits, now ineligible for NBA awards
Anthony Edwards is ineligible for NBA postseason awards because he won't reach the 65-game minimum after the Minnesota Timberwolves ruled out him out against the Detroit Pistons.

ESPN NBA
Apr 03, 2026

Luka (hamstring) set for MRI after exiting loss
Lakers star Luka Doncic exited Thursday's loss to the Thunder early because of a strained left hamstring.

ESPN NBA
Apr 03, 2026

Spurs rest Wemby on back-to-back, top Clippers
Victor Wembanyama got the night off Thursday night due to right ankle injury management, but the Spurs still beat the Clippers 118-99.

ESPN NBA
Apr 03, 2026

Source: Luka (hamstring) set for MRI after exit
Lakers star Luka Doncic exited Thursday's loss to the Thunder early because of a strained left hamstring.

ESPN NBA
Apr 02, 2026

Suns' Gillespie sets club 3-pointer season mark
Phoenix guard Collin Gillespie set the Suns' franchise record for 3-pointers in a season on Thursday night.

ESPN NBA
Apr 02, 2026

Knueppel sets Hornets mark for 3s in a season
Charlotte rookie Kon Knueppel set the Hornets' franchise record for 3-pointers in a season.

ESPN NBA
Apr 02, 2026

Blazers' new owner urging shift to bigger goals
New Blazers owner Tom Dundon said the team's mindset is shifting from a mindset of developing young talent to having loftier goals, saying, "It's more fun to win."

ESPN NBA
Apr 02, 2026

Edwards (knee) sits, now ineligible for NBA awards
Anthony Edwards is ineligible for NBA postseason awards because he can't reach the 65-game minimum after the Minnesota Timberwolves ruled out him out against the Detroit Pistons.

ESPN NBA
Apr 02, 2026

Scouts debate the top of the NBA draft class: Peterson or Dybantsa at No. 1?
Fit over talent? Versatility over production? NBA scouts and execs break down the conversations happening at the top of the draft.

ESPN NBA
Apr 02, 2026

NBA betting: Spurs to win it all and other playoff bets to make right now
The panel identifies the NBA playoff futures bets that can pay off big.

ESPN NBA
Apr 02, 2026

Night after Dubs win, Spurs sit Wemby vs. Clips
Spurs star Victor Wembanyama will sit out Thursday night's matchup against the LA Clippers because of right ankle injury management.

ESPN NBA
Apr 02, 2026

NBA playoff watch: Wolves, Sixers look to solidify spots
Only one game Friday features a pair of playoff teams. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Thursday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 02, 2026

Just foolin': Wizards sorry about $10K shot 'skit'
The Wizards have apologized for an April Fools' "skit" in which a planted fan was seemingly tricked into believing he made a half-court shot for $10,000, saying the entire bit was scripted but that they "missed the mark."

ESPN NBA
Apr 02, 2026

Pistons' Cunningham out at least another week
Pistons All-Star guard Cade Cunningham will be out at least another week as he continues to recover from a collapsed lung.

ESPN NBA
Apr 02, 2026

No seats, no silence: A night inside the Clippers' Wall
Built to disrupt, the Intuit Dome's most intense section affects games in real time by turning fans into participants -- and opponents into targets.

ESPN NBA
Apr 02, 2026

Who will go No. 1 in June's NBA draft? Where could Boozer land? We asked execs
Fit over talent? Versatility over production? NBA scouts and execs break down the conversations happening at the top of the draft.

ESPN NBA
Apr 02, 2026

NBA playoff watch: MVP showdown in OKC?
Luka and SGA go head-to-head. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Wednesday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 02, 2026

The latest on Kawhi Leonard, Steve Ballmer and the NBA's investigation into the LA Clippers
What was actually in Leonard's contract? What do league insiders think of it? Here's what we know about the allegations -- and where the investigation stands.

ESPN NBA
Apr 02, 2026

Wemby stays hot, doubles down on MVP chase
After putting up 41 points and 18 rebounds in a runaway win, Spurs center Victor Wembanyama reiterated that the MVP award is squarely in his sights.

ESPN NBA
Apr 02, 2026

Wemby stays hot, doubles-down on MVP chase
After putting up 41 points and 18 rebounds in a runaway win, Spurs center Victor Wembanyama reiterated that the MVP award is squarely in his sights.

ESPN NBA
Apr 02, 2026

Sources: Rapper J. Cole to play pro hoops in China
Rap megastar J. Cole has signed a contract to play in the Chinese Basketball Association with the Nanjing Monkey Kings, sources told ESPN on Wednesday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 02, 2026

Celtics net 53 in first quarter, 2 off NBA record
The Boston Celtics had a first quarter like none other in their storied history Wednesday night, scoring 53 points in the opening 12 minutes of a 147-129 victory over the Miami Heat.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

Grizzlies' Clarke arrested on drug, traffic charges
Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke was arrested Wednesday in Arkansas on charges including speeding and possession of a controlled substance.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

Trail Blazers fined $100K for early Hansen contact
The NBA has fined the Trail Blazers $100,000 and suspended assistant GMs Mike Schmitz and Sergi Oliva for two weeks for illegal contact made with Yang Hansen in December 2023 - two years before the 7-footer from China was drafted.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

Izzo 'seriously' eyed Suns HC job last summer
Michigan State basketball head coach Tom Izzo said he "talked seriously" with Suns majority owner Mat Ishbia about Phoenix's head coaching job last summer before the team ultimately hired Jordan Ott.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

NBA Futures: Lakers' championship odds shortening, Wemby making MVP push
The Lakers continue to see their championship odds shorten, while Victor Wembanyama is still in the mix with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for MVP.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

'The Hoop Collective': Best quotes, latest intel from Windhorst's podcast
From breaking news to the latest intel from around the NBA, here are the top highlights from Brian Windhorst's "The Hoop Collective" podcast.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

?? Detailing six free agency options for LeBron
Lakers? Cavs? Warriors? A wild card? Before LeBron makes his decision this summer, sources around the league weigh in.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

Pickups: Harper, Sexton, Hayes among top players to add
Advancing in the fantasy basketball playoffs means finding available players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add for the week ahead.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

NBA Power Rankings: What to watch over the final two weeks for all 30 teams
With just a handful of matchups left for each team in the regular season, where do all 30 teams land in this week's Power Rankings?

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

NBA playoff watch: Wemby, Spurs look to stay hot
San Antonio will try to keep pace with OKC. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

Out like a lion: Luka ends March with 600 points
Luka Doncic had his third straight 40-point game, lifting his March scoring total to 600 points and adding to a strong month for the Lakers, who finished with a 15-2 record.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

Pistons' win clinches first division title in 18 years
The Pistons clinched their first Central Division title since the 2007-08 season with a win over the Raptors on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

Draymond Green reflects on his future amid uncertainty in Golden State
As the Warriors face another season lost to injuries, Green confronts an uncertain future.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

Pistons clinch first division title in 18 years
The Pistons clinched their first Central Division title since the 2007-08 season with a win over the Raptors on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Curry scrimmages in latest step toward return
Stephen Curry finally received the medical green light to compete in a five-on-five scrimmage, the latest and largest step toward a potential return for his persistent right knee injury.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Curry to scrimmage in latest step toward return
Stephen Curry took the latest and largest step toward a return from a persistent right knee injury, getting the green light to compete in a five-on-five scrimmage.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Sources: Stoudemire, Rivers part of HOF class
Former WNBA MVP and champions Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne, along with former NBA star A'mare Stoudemire and current coach Doc Rivers will be inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

'That's like Miami Bron': LeBron James confirms breaking driveway backboard vs. Bronny
LeBron James wasn't letting a younger Bronny James have a shot at a win, and he broke a backboard in the process.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Fantasy basketball pickups: Harper, Sexton, Hayes among top players to add
Advancing in the fantasy basketball playoffs means finding available players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add for the week ahead.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Cuban: I regret selling Mavs to Adelson, Dumont
Mark Cuban says he regrets selling the Mavericks to the Adelson and Dumont families, adding that he "made a lot of mistakes in the process."

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Six free agency options for LeBron, according to NBA coaches, execs and scouts
Lakers? Cavs? Warriors? A wild card? Before LeBron makes his decision this summer, sources around the league weigh in.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

NBA playoff watch: Cross-conference matchups take center stage
Playoff teams in the East and West clash. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Sunday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Next for LeBron? NBA insiders on Lakers, Cavs, free agency options
Lakers? Cavs? Warriors? A wild card? Before LeBron makes his decision this summer, sources around the league weigh in.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Ujiri joins ownership group of Toronto Tempo
Former Raptors president Masai Ujiri has joined the ownership group of the city's new WNBA franchise.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

SGA on MVP chatter: 'I let my game do the talking'
Calling the discourse around NBA MVP "good chatter," Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander nevertheless declined to weigh in himself, saying, "No, I'm good. Thanks for asking, though. ... I let my game do the talking."

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Wemby posts 3rd-fastest double-double since '97
Victor Wembanyama had a season-high 41 points and 16 rebounds while collecting the third-fastest double-double since 1997-98 in the Spurs' win Monday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Lakers' Redick stumps for Doncic to be NBA MVP
Coach JJ Redick says that if Luka Doncic and the Lakers close out the regular season as hot as they've been, Doncic should be named the NBA's MVP.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

'Nature calls': Edwards misses tipoff in return
Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards missed the start of Monday night's game in his return from a six-game absence because he had to go to the bathroom.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

Bulls waive guard Ivey after anti-gay comments
The Chicago Bulls are waiving guard Jaden Ivey after his recent anti-gay comments amid several rants on religion and other topics.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

NBA approves Trail Blazers' sale to Dundon group
The NBA Board of Governors approved the sale of controlling interest in the Portland Trail Blazers from Paul Allen's estate to a group led by investor Tom Dundon on Monday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

Wolves lose McDaniels but get Edwards back
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels was listed as week-to-week because of a left knee injury, the team announced Monday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

Wolves' McDaniels week-to-week with knee injury
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels has been listed as week-to-week with a left knee injury, the team announced on Monday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

?? 'Same agent': Jokic jokes after Clark praise
According to Jokic, the explanation behind Clark's high praise for him Sunday night is simple: The two share an agent.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

Best quotes, latest intel from Windhorst's podcast
From breaking news to the latest intel from around the NBA, here are the top highlights from Brian Windhorst's "The Hoop Collective" podcast.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

?? Playoff watch: Projections, draft lottery, more
Could Pistons-Thunder be a Finals preview? Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Sunday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

Future of Giannis and Ja, and the big questions facing every NBA lottery team
With 10 NBA teams already eyeing the offseason, Bobby Marks examines each front office's biggest priority.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

Kryptonite for 10 NBA title contenders: Which weaknesses could sink playoff teams?
We evaluated every playoff contender's biggest weaknesses, how it will impact the postseason and which team is best positioned to exploit them.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

'Gap' year? Celts win 50th as Brown jabs doubters
The Celtics are headed back to the playoffs thanks to another 50-win season. Not too bad for a "gap" year, according to Jaylen Brown.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

Raps use 31-0 run to pummel sputtering Magic
The Raptors used a 31-0 run in the first half to rout the Magic 139-87 on Sunday, the longest unanswered run in the play-by-play era.

ESPN NBA
Mar 29, 2026

'Gap' year? Celtics win 50th, make playoffs again
The Celtics are headed back to the playoffs thanks to another 50-win season. Not too bad for a "gap" year, according to Jaylen Brown.

ESPN NBA
Mar 29, 2026

Knicks' McBride, back from core injury, exits loss
New York Knicks guard Miles McBride returned for the first time since undergoing hernia surgery in February, but appeared to get injured again in the loss to OKC.

ESPN NBA
Mar 29, 2026

Knicks' McBride returns from core injury vs. OKC
New York Knicks guard Miles McBride was activated Sunday for the first time since undergoing hernia surgery in February.

ESPN NBA
Mar 29, 2026

Jays' Schneider finds letter, reassurance from Kerr
Blue Jays manager John Schneider received a handwritten letter from NBA coach Steve Kerr about how to deal with his World Series Game 7 heartbreak.

ESPN NBA
Mar 29, 2026

NBA playoff watch: East, West leaders meet in OKC
Could Pistons-Thunder be a Finals preview? Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Sunday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 29, 2026

Maxey returns as healthy 76ers rally past Hornets
Fully healthy for the first time in months, the 76ers' Big 3 of Joel Embiid, Paul George and Tyrese Maxey helped stop a red-hot Hornets team for a critical road win.

ESPN NBA
Mar 28, 2026

Doncic hit with 1-game suspension for 16th tech
Lakers star Luka Doncic will be suspended for Monday's game against the Wizards after receiving his 16th technical foul on Friday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 28, 2026

Bucks eliminated from playoffs with blowout loss
The Bucks were officially eliminated from playoff contention with a blowout loss to the Spurs, ending the second-longest active playoff streak.

ESPN NBA
Mar 28, 2026

NBA playoff watch: With postseason teams set, seeding battles begin
Things are getting tight in the East. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Saturday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 28, 2026

Luka picks up 16th technical, faces 1-game ban
Luka Doncic was whistled for his 16th technical foul of the season Friday against the Nets and will face a one-game suspension if it is upheld.

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