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Nov 12, 2025

Green questions Warriors' commitment to winning
After the Warriors were blown out by the Thunder on Tuesday for their sixth consecutive road loss, Draymond Green was asked to describe the difference between how they finished last season following the Jimmy Butler trade and what is happening now.

ESPN NBA
Nov 12, 2025

Embiid day-to-day; George in final stage of return
The 76ers announced that Joel Embiid is day-to-day with knee soreness and that Paul George is in the "final stage" of his return to play.

ESPN NBA
Nov 12, 2025

Fiery Christie promises Kings will 'get it right'
Sacramento Kings coach Doug Christie indicated change is coming, saying the struggling team is facing a "bumpy" path and that the organization is "aligned in what we're doing."

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

Cavs' Garland to be sidelined Wed. with toe injury
Cavs guard Darius Garland, who left Monday's game against the Heat because of a toe injury, will miss Wednesday's rematch with the same issue, while Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley will be held out to rest.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

NBA presents new ASG format, selection process
The NBA announced its overhauled All-Star Game format, including how Adam Silver will make sure the American and International teams both hit their quota of players.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

Sources: Suns' Green (hamstring) out 4-6 weeks
Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green will be reevaluated in four to six weeks with a right hamstring strain, sources told ESPN on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

Suns' Green (hamstring) out at least 4-6 weeks
Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green will be reevaluated in four to six weeks with a right hamstring strain.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

Grizzlies' Clarke slated to return in 6-9 weeks
Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke is slated to return from his right knee injury in six to nine weeks after having a procedure earlier in the fall.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

Embiid out vs. Celtics with right knee soreness
76ers center Joel Embiid is out for Tuesday's game against the Celtics with right knee soreness.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

Why fire Nico Harrison now? Could Anthony Davis get traded? Five looming questions in Dallas
Everything we know about the Mavericks firing Harrison, and where Cooper Flagg and the Mavs go from here.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

Lauri Markkanen, Luka Doncic make gains in first NBA 2K26 ratings update
Here's every player who gained or lost points in the latest NBA 2K26 ratings update.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

Mavs fire GM Harrison amid continued fan angst
The Mavericks on Tuesday fired general manager Nico Harrison, who had been under fire from fans following last season's trade of Luka Doncic to the Lakers.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

Sources: Mavericks expected to fire GM Harrison
The Dallas Mavericks are expected to fire general manager Nico Harrison on Tuesday, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

Richardson, NBA star before ban, dies at age 70
Four-time NBA All-Star Micheal Ray Richardson, who was banned from the NBA for drug use, died at the age of 70 shortly after getting diagnosed with prostate cancer.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

?? Contract Year All-Stars: Our 12-man lineup
Austin Reaves is headed for a massive raise in the offseason. He's not alone.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

Breaking down each NBA team's 2025-26 City Edition uniform
This year's City Edition theme is all about "remixing" previous designs, with most teams reviving fan favorites with slight tweaks, if any.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

What's real and what's a mirage so far? We have verdicts on six early-season NBA trends
From the Bulls' hot start to the onslaught of free throws, ESPN analyst Kevin Pelton explores which early-season trends are real or not.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

The 76ers, Ghost and the most remarkable 16th man in the NBA
Eagle screeches, slot machines, glass breaks and more: Introducing the ghost behind all these good vibes in Philadelphia.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

Real or not? Early NBA trends that are either here to stay or will fade quickly
From the Bulls' hot start to the onslaught of free throws, ESPN analyst Kevin Pelton explores which early-season trends are real or not.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

Inside an unbelievable $241M week for Austin Reaves and the Lakers
The Lakers' fifth-year guard now sits at the center of two major NBA storylines: Helping the team win enough to convince LeBron James to stay in L.A., but playing so well that it might cost the franchise nearly $250M dollars to keep him.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

'Fire Nico' chants overshadow Flagg's career night
"Fire Nico!" chants -- a reference to embattled Mavericks GM Nico Harrison -- rang out in the fourth quarter in Dallas on Monday night, overshadowing No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg's season-high 26-point performance.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

Heat steal OT win with buzzer-beating lob play
The Miami Heat sealed a thrilling 140-138 victory over the Cavaliers off a brilliantly designed out-of-bounds play that ended in an Andrew Wiggins alley-oop dunk.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

Pistons' Cunningham has 46 on 45 shots in OT win
Pistons star Cade Cunningham scored 46 points on 45 shots in a wild overtime win vs. the Wizards. His 31 misses were the most since the 1976-77 merger.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

Wemby shows 'finish,' nets 38 as Spurs top Bulls
Putting his final stamp on a game he dominated Monday, Victor Wembanyama scored 18 of his 38 points in the fourth quarter, including back-to-back 3-pointers in the final seconds, leading the San Antonio Spurs to a 121-117 win over the the Chicago Bulls.

ESPN NBA
Nov 11, 2025

Magic's Bane busts slump with buzzer-beating 3
Desmond Bane hit the biggest shot of his young Magic career on Monday, a rainbow 3-pointer at the buzzer to propel Orlando to a 115-112 win.

ESPN NBA
Nov 10, 2025

Bulls' Giddey (ankle) sits; injury not long term
Bulls guard Josh Giddey sat out Monday's loss to the Spurs because of a sprained right ankle.

ESPN NBA
Nov 10, 2025

Cavaliers' Garland exits vs. Heat with toe injury
Cavaliers guard Darius Garland left Monday's game against the Heat because of a toe injury.

ESPN NBA
Nov 10, 2025

LeBron on track to practice with South Bay Lakers
LeBron James will practice with the G League's South Bay Lakers this week as he prepares for his season debut.

ESPN NBA
Nov 10, 2025

Bucks' Prince out indefinitely with herniated disk
Milwaukee Bucks forward Taurean Prince is out indefinitely with a herniated disk in his neck.

ESPN NBA
Nov 10, 2025

Bulls' Giddey (ankle) out Monday against Spurs
Bulls guard Josh Giddey will sit out Monday's game against the Spurs because of a sprained right ankle.

ESPN NBA
Nov 10, 2025

Raptors' Ingram fined $25K for spiking water bottle
The NBA has fined Toronto's Brandon Ingram $25,000 for forcibly throwing a water bottle to the floor while on the bench during the Raptors' game at Philadelphia on Saturday night.

ESPN NBA
Nov 10, 2025

James practices with G League team; Reaves back
LeBron James is practicing with the Los Angeles Lakers' G League affiliate as he ramps up for a return from sciatica on his right side.

ESPN NBA
Nov 10, 2025

Magic PG Suggs out Monday to rest injured knee
Magic PG Jalen Suggs is out for Monday night's game against the Trail Blazers due to left knee injury management.

ESPN NBA
Nov 10, 2025

Pickups: Memphis' Edey, OKC's Mitchell among top players to add
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
Nov 10, 2025

?? Latest intel on five stars we're watching closely
How close are the Grizz, Pelicans and Hawks to trading their stars? Is Giannis Watch over? Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst have the latest.

ESPN NBA
Nov 10, 2025

Top 100 prospects for the 2026 NBA draft: Peterson, Dybantsa or Boozer at No. 1?
Which top prospects lead our first rankings? Who needs to make their mark before the draft in June? Here's our first top 100 big board for the 2026 NBA draft class.

ESPN NBA
Nov 10, 2025

An NBA fan's guide to college basketball: 10 teams with the most prospects
Duke is loaded with talent. Here are nine other teams NBA fans should be watching this college season.

ESPN NBA
Nov 10, 2025

Bobby Marks' NBA Contract Year All-Stars: Reaves, Lakers lead 12-man lineup
Austin Reaves is headed for a massive raise in the offseason. He's not alone.

ESPN NBA
Nov 10, 2025

'Sky's the limit': Proud Pistons win sixth in row
Cade Cunningham scored 24 of his 26 points after halftime and the Detroit Pistons outlasted the Philadelphia 76ers, 111-108, on Sunday night, a sixth straight victory that clinched the franchise's best start to a season since the club went 9-1 in 2005-06.

ESPN NBA
Nov 10, 2025

Warriors' Curry (illness) expected back vs. OKC
Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry missed his third straight game because of an illness but is expected back Tuesday vs. the Thunder.

ESPN NBA
Nov 09, 2025

Warriors' Curry out 3rd straight game with illness
Warriors star Stephen Curry will miss a third straight game because of an illness. He was ruled out two hours prior to their matchup with the Pacers.

ESPN NBA
Nov 09, 2025

Legendary NBA player, coach Wilkens dies at 88
Lenny Wilkens, a smooth playmaker who was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame as both a player and a coach, has died. He was 88.

ESPN NBA
Nov 09, 2025

Why was Morant suspended? What we know about the latest Grizzlies drama
NBA insiders break down how we got here, and what could come next.

ESPN NBA
Nov 09, 2025

Ex-All-Star Oladipo joins Bucks' G League team
Two-time NBA All-Star Victor Oladipo is joining the Wisconsin Herd, the Milwaukee Bucks G-League affiliate.

ESPN NBA
Nov 09, 2025

Fox nets 24 in season debut as Spurs beat Pels
De'Aaron Fox scored 24 points in his season debut for the Spurs, a 126-119 win over the Pelicans on Saturday night.

ESPN NBA
Nov 09, 2025

Suns' Green aggravates hamstring injury, exits
Suns guard Jalen Green appeared to aggravate a right hamstring injury during Saturday's game against the Clippers and had to be helped off the court.

ESPN NBA
Nov 09, 2025

Spurs' Fox hits ground running, has 24 in debut
De'Aaron Fox scored 24 points in his season debut for the Spurs, a 126-119 win over the Pelicans on Saturday night.

ESPN NBA
Nov 08, 2025

Kawhi to miss 'next few games' with ankle sprain
Kawhi Leonard will miss "the next few games" due to a sprained ankle but the injury doesn't seem serious, according to coach Tyronn Lue.

ESPN NBA
Nov 08, 2025

Hawks rule Porzingis, Johnson, NAW out vs. L.A.
The Hawks will be without Kristaps Porzingis, Jalen Johnson and Nickeil Alexander-Walker for Saturday night's game against the Los Angeles Lakers.

ESPN NBA
Nov 08, 2025

Adubato, former NBA and WNBA coach, dies at 87
Richie Adubato, a former head coach of the NBA's Pistons, Mavericks and Magic, as well as the WNBA's Liberty and Mystics, has died at 87, his family announced.

ESPN NBA
Nov 08, 2025

Hawks rule Porzingis out with illness management
The Atlanta Hawks have ruled Kristaps Porzingis out for Saturday night's game against the Los Angeles Lakers due to illness management.

ESPN NBA
Nov 08, 2025

NBA Cup: Big battle in Texas as Wemby takes down the Rockets
The 2025 NBA Cup continued group play Friday. Here's everything you need to know.

ESPN NBA
Nov 08, 2025

2025 NBA Cup: Big battle in Texas as Wemby takes down the Rockets
The 2025 NBA Cup continued group play Friday. Here's everything you need to know.

ESPN NBA
Nov 08, 2025

Heat set team mark with 53-point 1st, rip Hornets
The Miami Heat rode a franchise-record 53-point first quarter to a 126-108 NBA Cup win over the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night.

ESPN NBA
Nov 07, 2025

Spoelstra grateful for help after fire ravages home
Miami coach Erik Spoelstra expressed gratitude for the support he received after a fire destroyed his home.

ESPN NBA
Nov 07, 2025

Nets' Thomas (hamstring) out at least 3-4 weeks
Cam Thomas will miss at least the next three to four weeks with a left hamstring strain, the Nets announced Friday.

ESPN NBA
Nov 07, 2025

Spurs' Fox set to make season debut vs. Pelicans
After rehabbing from an offseason hamstring injury, Spurs star De'Aaron Fox is set to make his season debut against the Pelicans on Saturday.

ESPN NBA
Nov 07, 2025

NBA's Europe-based league may launch in 2027
The NBA is targeting October 2027 as a potential launch date for the new Europe-based league that it and FIBA have been working to make happen, a league official said.

ESPN NBA
Nov 07, 2025

NBA Europe-based league may launch October 2027
The NBA is targeting October 2027 as a potential launch date for the new Europe-based league that it and FIBA have been working to make happen, a league official said Friday.

ESPN NBA
Nov 07, 2025

Ex-Spurs star Parker to coach France U17 team
Former NBA star Tony Parker will start his coaching career in charge of France's under-17 team, the French basketball federation said.

ESPN NBA
Nov 07, 2025

Why was Ja Morant suspended? What we know about the latest Grizzlies drama
NBA insiders break down how we got here, and what could come next.

ESPN NBA
Nov 07, 2025

In search of the real Nikola Jokic
A trip to Sombor, Serbia, paints a portrait of the elusive Nuggets star by the people who know him best.

ESPN NBA
Nov 07, 2025

Are trade talks next? Latest NBA intel on futures of Ja, Zion, Trae
How close are the Grizz, Pelicans and Hawks to trading their stars? Is Giannis Watch over? Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst have the latest.

ESPN NBA
Nov 07, 2025

Want Wemby or Trey Murphy III? Now is the time to shoot your shot
Steve Alexander highlights fantasy basketball names trending upwards or downwards, with key takeaways for each.

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

Clippers' Harden (personal) misses game vs. Suns
Clippers guard James Harden missed Thursday night's game against the Phoenix Suns for personal reasons, the team said.

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

Harden (personal) misses Clippers' loss to Suns
Clippers guard James Harden missed Thursday night's game against the Phoenix Suns for personal reasons, the team said.

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

Jones enters not guilty plea in NBA gambling case
Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones pleaded not guilty Thursday to charges he profited from rigged poker games and provided sports bettors with non-public information about injuries to stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis.

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

Warriors' Curry to miss Cup opener due to illness
Warriors star Steph Curry will miss Friday night's NBA Cup opener at Denver because of a lingering illness.

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

Sources: Pacers waive McClung, bring on Morris
The Pacers are waiving guard Mac McClung and will sign veteran guard Monte Morris in his place, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania on Thursday.

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

Heat's Adebayo (toe) ruled out Friday vs. Hornets
The Miami Heat have ruled big man Bam Adebayo out for Friday's game against the Charlotte Hornets with a left big toe sprain.

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

'He just called me washed up': Donovan Mitchell dedicates 46-point game to NBA 2K user
The Cleveland Cavaliers guard said his 46-point game against the 76ers was powered by an NBA 2K user.

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

Why was Ja Morant suspended? What's next? What we know about the latest Grizzlies drama
Where do things stand between Memphis and its star guard? NBA insiders break down how we got here, and what could come next.

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

Massive fire heavily damages Spoelstra's home
The home of Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra was heavily damaged by a massive fire Thursday morning. There were no immediate reports of injuries.

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

Smart: 'Full ownership' of gaffe as Lakers hold on
Marcus Smart owned up to an inbounding error that nearly cost the Lakers in their 118-116 win over the Spurs, saying "it will never happen again."

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

Lindsey Harding, an incredible journey to the Lakers' bench and an unprecedented next step
She was the No. 1 pick in the 2007 WNBA draft. She has played all over the world and coached through triumph and horror. Now, Harding is not only a leading voice for JJ Redick, LeBron and the Lakers, but is on the short list for future NBA head coaches.

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

Ja Morant and the Grizzlies: Everything we know about the latest drama in Memphis
Where do things stand between Memphis and its star guard? NBA insiders break down how we got here, and what could come next.

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

Don't be surprised if ... Claxton leads the Nets in fantasy points
Eric Karabell forecasts what to expect from Nic Claxton, Quentin Grimes, Jusuf Nurkic and Trey Murphy III in the months ahead.

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

Wembanyama stalled out again in loss to Lakers
Victor Wembanyama says adjustments are needed after a second straight game of double-teams ended in a 118-116 Spurs loss to the Lakers.

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

Westbrook fuels Kings, makes rebounding history
Russell Westbrook used the 204th triple-double of his career to deliver a win for Sacramento, meanwhile passing Jason Kidd for the most rebounds by an NBA guard.

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

Adebayo hobbled by foot pain, exits early in loss
The Heat's Bam Adebayo left in the first quarter of Wednesday's loss to the Nuggets after experiencing pain in his left foot.

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

Ant returns in Wolves' loss to Knicks: 'Felt great'
Anthony Edwards returned to the Timberwolves' lineup Wednesday night against the Knicks after missing four games with a strained right hamstring.

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

KAT 'still stunned' by trade as Knicks rout Wolves
Karl-Anthony Towns said after Wednesday's game that a year later, it's still "weird" to face his former teammates.

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

Garland's debut fuels Cavs' season-best scoring
With Darius Garland directing the offense after missing the first seven games, the Cavs scored a season-high 132 points in Wednesday's victory over the Sixers.

ESPN NBA
Nov 06, 2025

Can this version of the Knicks win the East?
These aren't your Thibs-era Knicks. Is that a good thing? ESPN's NBA insiders dive into New York's uneven 4-3 start.

ESPN NBA
Nov 05, 2025

Edwards makes return in Wolves' loss to Knicks
Anthony Edwards returned to the Timberwolves' lineup Wednesday night against the Knicks after missing four games with a strained right hamstring.

ESPN NBA
Nov 05, 2025

Ex-Grizz star Allen faces drug possession charges
Former Grizzlies defensive stalwart Tony Allen, a mainstay from the team's Core Four success era, was arrested in Poinsett County, Arkansas, on Wednesday and faces two charges of drug possession.

ESPN NBA
Nov 05, 2025

Sources: LeBron eyes live 5-on-5 play as next step
Lakers star LeBron James' next step in his recovery will be taking part in live 5-on-5 reps in practice, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Nov 05, 2025

Edwards (hamstring) back for Wolves vs. Knicks
Anthony Edwards will return to the Timberwolves' lineup Wednesday night against the Knicks after missing four games with a strained right hamstring.

ESPN NBA
Nov 05, 2025

Curry, Butler, Sabonis, LaVine out for GS vs. SAC
The Warriors and Kings will be without several starters Wednesday night in Sacramento with Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler III being ruled out for Golden State, and Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine out for the Kings.

ESPN NBA
Nov 05, 2025

'A lot more drama': Scouts, insiders weigh in on the Knicks' championship potential
These aren't your Thibs-era Knicks. Is that a good thing? ESPN's NBA insiders dive into New York's uneven 4-3 start.

ESPN NBA
Nov 05, 2025

Curry, Sabonis, LaVine out for Warriors vs. Kings
The Warriors and Kings will be without several starters Wednesday night in Sacramento with Stephen Curry being ruled out for Golden State, and Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine out for the Kings.

ESPN NBA
Nov 05, 2025

Fantasy basketball: Updated points league rankings after Walker Kessler injury
Updated fantasy basketball rankings for points leagues, following the latest news on Walker Kessler being out for the rest of the season.

ESPN NBA
Nov 05, 2025

?? Debating four early-season storylines
ESPN national analysts Zach Kram and Kevin Pelton debate the biggest early-season questions about Victor Wembanyama, Austin Reaves, Cooper Flagg and more.

ESPN NBA
Nov 05, 2025

Jazz C Kessler set for season-ending surgery
Jazz center Walker Kessler will undergo season-ending surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder.

ESPN NBA
Nov 05, 2025

Sources: NBA, Congress discuss gambling probes
NBA officials and a U.S. congressional committee met Wednesday in Washington, D.C., in wake of the indictments of Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier and Damon Jones, sources tell ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Nov 05, 2025

Stephen Curry talks influence and more with LeBron James, Steve Nash
The Golden State Warriors superstar identified Trae Young as the player who made him realize his impact on the league.

ESPN NBA
Nov 05, 2025

Fantasy basketball: Is now the best time to trade Austin Reaves?
A closer look at Austin Reaves' incredible early-season production, and whether it's wise for fantasy managers to trade him now.

ESPN NBA
Nov 05, 2025

Fantasy fast break: Eric Moody on Morant's struggles, Kuminga's breakout and more
Eric Moody's fantasy basketball insights you need to know about, including the areas where Ja Morant has taken a step back this season.

ESPN NBA
Nov 05, 2025

NBA Power Rankings: Most impactful newcomers on all 30 teams
NBA insiders break down the most impactful player, rookie or coach and where all 30 teams stack up in this week's power rankings.

ESPN NBA
Nov 05, 2025

New-look New York: Can this version of the Knicks win the East?
These aren't your Thibs-era Knicks. Is that a good thing? ESPN's NBA insiders dive into New York's uneven 4-3 start.

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