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Feb 11, 2026

LeBron sits out Lakers' loss, ending All-NBA streak
The Lakers were without LeBron James, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves for Tuesday's game against the Spurs. For James, it was his 18th missed game this season, making him ineligible for postseason awards, thus ending his 21-season All-NBA streak.

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Feb 11, 2026

Spurs' Castle (pelvis) takes hard fall; X-rays clear
Spurs guard Stephon Castle suffered a bruised pelvis Tuesday in a blowout win over the Lakers and expected to be a game-time decision for Wednesday's game against Golden State.

ESPN NBA
Feb 11, 2026

Wemby nets 40 in 26 mins, was keen to be 'greedy'
Victor Wembanyama watched the entire fourth quarter of Tuesday's game against the Lakers from the bench, admittedly wishing he could have kept piling up statistics after scoring 40 points in only 26 minutes of what would become a 136-108 Spurs victory.

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Feb 11, 2026

Spurs' Castle ruled out after hard fall on back
Spurs guard Stephon Castle left Tuesday night's blowout win over the Lakers after suffering a pelvic contusion on a hard fall in the second quarter.

ESPN NBA
Feb 10, 2026

New Bulls guard Sexton fined $35K for gesture
Bulls guard Collin Sexton was fined $35,000 by the NBA on Tuesday night for his middle finger in Chicago's loss the previous night to the Nets.

ESPN NBA
Feb 10, 2026

Johnson: 2-seed Spurs should have more All-Stars
Mitch Johnson appeared unhappy De'Aaron Fox and Stephon Castle were not named All-Stars, pointing out how the Spurs -- who have the league's third best record -- are not one of the seven teams with multiple All-Stars.

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Feb 10, 2026

Lakers rule out LeBron, ending All-NBA run at 21
The Lakers will be without LeBron James (foot), Luka Doncic (hamstring) and Austin Reaves (calf) for Tuesday's game against the Spurs. The missed game rules James out for postseason awards, ending his 21-season, All-NBA streak.

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Feb 10, 2026

Rising Stars adds Hawks' Risacher as injury sub
Hawks second-year forward Zaccharie Risacher was named on Tuesday to the Rising Stars game as the injury replacement for Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell.

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Feb 10, 2026

Rams' Havenstein retires after 11 NFL seasons
Rams offensive tackle Rob Havenstein announced his retirement from the NFL after 11 seasons.

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Feb 10, 2026

Lakers down LeBron, Luka, Reaves against Spurs
The Lakers will be without LeBron James (foot), Luka Doncic (hamstring) and Austin Reaves (calf) for Tuesday's game against the Spurs. The missed game rules James out for postseason awards, ending his 21-season, All-NBA streak.

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Feb 10, 2026

Tatum practices; timeline for return still unclear
Jayson Tatum participated in his first scrimmage with the Celtics' G League affiliate but cautioned that this latest step doesn't mean his return is imminent.

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Feb 10, 2026

Ingram added to All-Star Game, replacing Curry
Raptors forward Brandon Ingram has been named as the replacement for injured Warriors star Stephen Curry for this weekend's NBA All-Star Game.

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Feb 10, 2026

What we know about Luka's Lakers fit, 365 days after his debut: Big decisions loom
Let's revisit the first 365 days of the Luka Doncic era in Los Angeles and examine how the Lakers can return to championship contention.

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Feb 10, 2026

LeBron calls out Lakers: We're not a title team
LeBron James says the Lakers are not a "championship team" after losing to the Thunder.

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Feb 10, 2026

Luka hasn't made the Lakers a title contender yet: Here's what we've seen in 365 days
Let's revisit the first 365 days of the Luka Doncic era in Los Angeles and examine how the Lakers can return to championship contention.

ESPN NBA
Feb 10, 2026

OKC's Topic returns to court after cancer diagnosis
Thunder prospect Nikola Topic made his NBA G League debut Monday night after recovering from a major knee injury and undergoing cancer treatment.

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Feb 10, 2026

Wolves' Reid, Hawks' Gueye ejected after scuffle
Timberwolves center Naz Reid and Hawks forward Mouhamed Gueye were ejected Monday night after an altercation.

ESPN NBA
Feb 09, 2026

Four tossed after brawl in Pistons-Hornets game
A fight broke out between the Pistons and Hornets on Monday night, leading to the ejections of Charlotte's Moussa Diabate and Miles Bridges and Detroit's Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart.

ESPN NBA
Feb 09, 2026

Pacers forward Furphy tears ACL in right knee
The injury-depleted Pacers have been dealt another blow, announcing Monday that second-year forward Johnny Furphy is expected to miss the rest of this season after tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee.

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Feb 09, 2026

Knee issue to keep Curry out of All-Star Game
Warriors guard Stephen Curry will miss this weekend's All-Star Game because of his lingering right knee issue.

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Feb 09, 2026

Warriors star Butler has surgery on torn ACL
Injured Golden State Warriors star Jimmy Butler underwent successful surgery on his torn right ACL on Monday morning in Los Angeles.

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Feb 09, 2026

Tatum cleared to practice with G League squad
The Celtics said Jayson Tatum would participate in portions of the G League practice at the Auerbach Center in Boston along with teammates Hugo Gonzalez and Amari Williams before being recalled by Boston.

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Feb 09, 2026

Clips say NBA probe not impacting their decisions
The Clippers are still waiting on the results of the NBA's investigation into alleged cap circumvention related to Kawhi Leonard but said the looming decision hasn't impacted "anything that we do."

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Feb 09, 2026

Harden for Garland: Grading this NBA point guard blockbuster
James Harden is a Cavalier. Darius Garland is a Clipper. Kevin Pelton grades each side of the trade.

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Feb 09, 2026

Fantasy basketball pickups: Collier, Mathurin, Clifford 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.

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Feb 09, 2026

Play-in push or lottery pick? What's ahead for Giannis and the Bucks
The trade deadline passed Thursday, and Giannis Antetokounmpo is still on the Bucks. What's next for Milwaukee and its superstar?

ESPN NBA
Feb 09, 2026

What this NBA trade deadline revealed: Teams are finding new ways to tank
Much to the irritation of some league insiders, the trade deadline was more than just a flurry of moves: It showed the next evolution in teams racing to the bottom.

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Feb 08, 2026

OKC to get JDub back; Lakers without Luka again
Thunder star Jalen Williams is cleared to return for Monday's game against the Lakers, while Luka Doncic is set to miss his second straight game.

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Feb 08, 2026

Lakers rule Doncic (hamstring) out again vs. OKC
Luka Doncic will miss his second straight game Monday when the Los Angeles Lakers face the West-leading Oklahoma City Thunder

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Feb 08, 2026

Bucks reach deal with former Nets guard Thomas
Cam Thomas, who was waived by the Nets earlier this week, has agreed to a deal with the Milwaukee Bucks.

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Feb 08, 2026

Sources: Pistons convert Jenkins to standard deal
The Detroit Pistons are signing two-way guard Daniss Jenkins to a two-year contract, with a team option for 2026-27.

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Feb 08, 2026

Two-time champ Lillard headlines 3-point contest
The NBA announced the participants for the 3-point contest on All-Star Saturday, headlined by the surprise addition of two-time champion Damian Lillard.

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Feb 08, 2026

Wizards GM expects Davis to return this season
Wizards general manager Will Dawkins says he expects Anthony Davis to return to the court this season.

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Feb 08, 2026

Rockets' Sengun named All-Star to replace SGA
Houston's Alperen Sengun will replace injured reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in the NBA All-Star Game and will play for the World team.

ESPN NBA
Feb 08, 2026

? Trade grades: Reactions for every transaction
The Cavaliers, Celtics, Hawks, Mavericks and Warriors are among the teams that have made trades. We're grading every deal.

ESPN NBA
Feb 08, 2026

Harden nets 23, delivers winning debut for Cavs
James Harden combined with Donovan Mitchell for 58 points in his first game with the Cavaliers, who beat the Kings 132-126.

ESPN NBA
Feb 08, 2026

Sources: Lakers signing Bufkin to 2-year deal
The Lakers are signing former No. 15 pick Kobe Bufkin to a two-year deal, with a team option for the 2026-27 season, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Feb 07, 2026

Jokic passes Robertson for 2nd in triple-doubles
Nikola Jokic passed Oscar Robertson for the second-most triple-doubles in NBA history with 182 in Saturday's win over the Bulls.

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Feb 07, 2026

Lakers look to model team after champion Dodgers
The Lakers are working with the Dodgers in the hopes of modeling the team's practices and structure after the back-to-back World Series champions.

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Feb 07, 2026

Nuggets lose Watson but see Johnson return
Cameron Johnson is returning from a six-week absence right in time to replace Peyton Watson, who is now sidelined because of a right hamstring strain.

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Feb 07, 2026

Dunleavy denies putting Draymond in trade talks
Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy denied including Draymond Green in trade conversations despite the team's pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo.

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Feb 07, 2026

Castle shines with historic 40-point triple-double
Spurs guard Stephon Castle became the youngest player in NBA history to produce a game with at least 40 points, 12 assists and 12 rebounds.

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Feb 07, 2026

Hawks' Kuminga still on mend with bone bruise
The Atlanta Hawks' newly acquired forward Jonathan Kuminga will miss at least one week while recovering from a left knee bone bruise.

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Feb 07, 2026

Nuggets lose Watson but have Johnson returning
Cameron Johnson is returning from a six-week absence right in time to replace Peyton Watson, who is now sidelined because of a right hamstring strain.

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Feb 07, 2026

Sengun sorry for sexist remark at female official
Rockets center Alperen Sengun expressed remorse for calling a female referee a 'b----' earlier this week and said he apologized to her after the game.

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Feb 07, 2026

Warriors sign two-way Spencer for rest of season
The Warriors are signing two-way guard Pat Spencer to a contract for the rest of the season.

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Feb 07, 2026

Gobert slams teammates for 'unacceptable' effort
Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert called out his after a loss to the Pelicans and challenged the coaching staff to bench players not giving enough effort.

ESPN NBA
Feb 07, 2026

Duren out of dunk contest; replaced by Richardson
Pistons first-time All-Star Jalen Duren is pulling out of the Slam Dunk contest due to a knee injury. He will be replaced by Magic rookie Jase Richardson.

ESPN NBA
Feb 07, 2026

Shooting Stars contest sees NBA All-Star return
After an 11-year hiatus, the NBA is bringing back the Shooting Stars competition. The All-Star Saturday night contest will feature four teams made up of two current NBA players and one retired player.

ESPN NBA
Feb 06, 2026

Rivers says Giannis 'close,' will play when healthy
Bucks coach Doc Rivers said Giannis Antetokounmpo's return from a strained right calf will come "hopefully sooner than later" and that the team just has to make sure he's healthy.

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Feb 06, 2026

Pippen Jr. (toe) makes season debut for Grizzlies
Guard Scotty Pippen Jr. made his season debut for the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night after undergoing surgery on his left big toe in October.

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Feb 06, 2026

Grizz's Pippen, Blazers' Henderson make debuts
Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. and Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson made their season debuts on the same court Friday night.

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Feb 06, 2026

Carlisle: Zubac won't debut until ankle fully heals
Ivica Zubac's debut with the Pacers is on hold because of an ankle injury he has been playing through since December, head coach Rick Carlisle said Friday.

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Feb 06, 2026

Doncic to sit vs. Warriors with strained hamstring
Lakers star Luka Doncic will miss Saturday's game against the Warriors with a strained left hamstring, but sources told ESPN there is optimism that it is not a major injury.

ESPN NBA
Feb 06, 2026

Giannis partnering with prediction market Kalshi
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is the first basketball star to join prediction market Kalshi as a shareholder, it was announced Friday.

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Feb 06, 2026

Pistons prez OK keeping mostly quiet at deadline
The East-leading Detroit Pistons passed on taking a big swing at the trade deadline, opting to lean on their youth and chemistry with the playoffs a little over two months away.

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Feb 06, 2026

Stevens' reminder to Tatum: Celts better with you
Brad Stevens has a message for Jayson Tatum if the injured Celtics star truly wonders whether he would still fit in on the team he led to the 2024 NBA championship: We're better with you.

ESPN NBA
Feb 06, 2026

Sources: Conley, Wolves work on quick reunion
Mike Conley Jr. plans to return to the Timberwolves, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania. Conley was traded by Minnesota this week, then traded again and waived, allowing for his return.

ESPN NBA
Feb 06, 2026

What fantasy managers should do with red-hot Cooper Flagg, Saddiq Bey
Should fantasy basketball managers keep or trade players like Cooper Flagg, DeMar DeRozan and Ty Jerome?

ESPN NBA
Feb 06, 2026

Steph Curry: Excited about Porzingis trade; knee injury 'trending in the right direction'
Steph Curry talks through his right knee injury, the Warriors' trade deadline and what Jimmy Butler's injury meant to the franchise.

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Feb 06, 2026

Steph Curry: Excited about Porzingis trade, knee injury 'trending in the right direction'
Steph Curry talks through his right knee injury, the Warriors' trade deadline and what Jimmy Butler's injury meant to the franchise.

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Feb 06, 2026

What NBA insiders are watching amid trade deadline aftermath
Tim Bontemps canvasses the league after the trade deadline's grand finale, which now sets up a fascinating summer.

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Feb 06, 2026

Winners, losers and what's next: How the Cavs, Thunder got better
After a wild week of superstar movement, Zach Kram unveils his winners and losers of the trade deadline.

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Feb 06, 2026

'It's over. Guys are gone': What James Harden and the Clippers realized before the shocking trade
The Harden trade was a mutual recognition as much as an admission from the Clippers that the 11-time All-Star had a better chance to win elsewhere -- and a tumultuous, disappointing era in Los Angeles was effectively over.

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Feb 06, 2026

Doncic limps off in 1st half; MRI set on hamstring
Lakers star Luka Doncic limped off the court in the second quarter Thursday night against the Sixers and will undergo an MRI on his left hamstring on Friday.

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Feb 06, 2026

Luka limps off; MRI set on hamstring, source says
Lakers star Luka Doncic limped off the court in the second quarter Thursday night against the Sixers, and a source said he will undergo an MRI on his left hamstring on Friday.

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

Clippers trade Zubac to Pacers, get 2 firsts back
The Clippers are trading center Ivica Zubac to the Pacers in exchange for Bennedict Mathurin, Isaiah Jackson, Indiana's protected 2026 first-round pick and unprotected 2029 first-round pick.

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

Dubs confident oft-injured Porzingis ready to play
The Warriors are unsure when the newly acquired Kristaps Porzingis will make his debut but did say the anticipation is the oft-injured big man would be back on the court soon.

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Feb 05, 2026

Bulls aim to exit NBA's 'middle' with busy deadline
After an uncommonly active trade deadline, Bulls VP Arturas Karnisovas said the franchise is "not satisfied" with being mediocre in a shift in tone from previous years.

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Feb 05, 2026

Blazers' Henderson to make season debut Friday
Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson is set to make his season debut Friday after recovering from a torn left hamstring.

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Feb 05, 2026

Nine big questions on NBA trade season: What's next for Giannis? Did the Lakers get better??
NBA insiders weigh in on nine pressing questions coming out of the 2026 trade deadline.

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

Trade deadline winners, losers and what's next: How the Cavs, Thunder got better
After a wild week of superstar movement, Zach Kram unveils his winners and losers of the NBA trade deadline.

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

Sources: Thomas free agent after Nets cut him
The Nets released guard Cam Thomas, allowing him to enter free agency and sign with any other team, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

Sources: Jones again on move, headed to Mavs
Tyus Jones, who was traded from Orlando to Charlotte on Wednesday, is now headed to the Mavericks in exchange for Malaki Branham, sources told ESPN.

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Feb 05, 2026

Draymond remains with Warriors past deadline
Draymond Green will remain with Golden State past Thursday's trade deadline as the Warriors believe he fits well with the newly acquired Kristaps Porzingis.

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

Grizz keep Morant amid lukewarm trade market
The Grizzlies are keeping Ja Morant past the trade deadline amid lukewarm interest around the league for the star guard.

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Feb 05, 2026

Bucks keep Giannis, who alludes to not leaving
After not being moved at the trade deadline, Giannis Antetokounmpo posted on social media a clip from "The Wolf of Wall Street" where Leonardo DiCaprio's character says he's not leaving his job.

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Feb 05, 2026

Sources: Clippers trading center Zubac to Pacers
The Clippers are trading center Ivica Zubac to the Pacers in exchange for Bennedict Mathurin, Isaiah Jackson, Indiana's protected 2026 first-round pick and unprotected 2029 first-round pick

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Feb 05, 2026

Sources: Bucks to keep Giannis through deadline
The Milwaukee Bucks have indicated to teams that they are keeping Giannis Antetokounmpo through the trade deadline and have started making other trades.

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

Sources: Dosunmu to Wolves in latest Bulls trade
The Timberwolves have acquired guard Ayo Dosunmu in a four-player trade with the Bulls, sources told ESPN.

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Feb 05, 2026

Sources: Knicks acquiring PG Alvarado from Pels
The Knicks are acquiring guard Jose Alvarado from the Pelicans in exchange for Dalen Terry, two second-round picks and cash, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

Clippers' Paul lands with Raptors in 3-team trade
Chris Paul, a 12-time NBA All-Star, has landed with the Raptors amid a three-team trade involving the Clippers and the Nets.

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Feb 05, 2026

Lakers acquire Kennard from Hawks, sources say
The Lakers have acquired guard Luke Kennard from the Hawks in exchange for guard Gabe Vincent and a 2032 second-round pick, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania on Thursday.

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

AD to the Wizards?! Grading the shocking trade, and why one team came out on top
Anthony Davis joins Washington in an eight-player trade. What's next for the Wizards and the Mavericks?

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

Sources: Bucks not pressured to trade Giannis
The Bucks don't feel the pressure to move Giannis Antetokounmpo on Thursday, team sources told ESPN hours ahead of the NBA's trade deadline.

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

? Trade grades: Which teams have fared best?
The Cavaliers, Celtics, Hawks, Mavericks and Warriors are among the teams that have made trades. We're grading every deal.

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

Grading every NBA trade: Which teams have fared best?
The Cavaliers, Celtics, Hawks, Mavericks and Warriors are among the teams that have made trades. We're grading every deal.

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

Clips eager for 'faster pace' with new PG Garland
Clippers coach Tyronn Lue expects to implement a faster-paced game plan with new point guard Darius Garland, whom the team acquired in a trade that sent James Harden to Cleveland.

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Feb 05, 2026

Bulls trade guards White, Conley to Charlotte
The Bulls continued to overhaul their roster, sending guards Coby White and Mike Conley to the Hornets for Collin Sexton, Ousmane Dieng and three-second round picks, it was announced..

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

NBA trade buzz: Live updates and intel on deadline day
Kristaps Porzingis is headed to the Warriors, and Giannis is not. Catch up on what we're hearing from insiders before the 3 p.m. ET deadline.

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Feb 05, 2026

Bulls trade guards White and Conley to Charlotte
The Bulls continued to overhaul their roster, sending guards Coby White and Mike Conley to the Hornets for Collin Sexton, Ousmane Dieng and three-second round picks, it was announced..

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Feb 05, 2026

Sources: Dubs deal Kuminga, Hield for Porzingis
The Warriors are trading Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield to the Hawks for Kristaps Porzingis, sources told ESPN, unofficially putting an end to Golden State's pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo.

ESPN NBA
Feb 05, 2026

Watson (hamstring) latest injury for Nuggets
The lingering impact of the Nuggets' double-overtime loss to the Knicks on Wednesday night will be another injury that appears headed for an extended absence.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

Sixers trade McCain to Thunder for 4 draft picks
The 76ers traded second-year guard Jared McCain to the Thunder for a 2026 first-round pick and three second-round picks.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

How the Wizards and Jazz jumped the line in free agency with big trades
Why did the Wizards and Jazz trade for All-Stars now? They're already thinking about 2027.

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Feb 04, 2026

Lakers' Hayes suspended 1 game for mascot shove
Lakers center Jaxson Hayes has been suspended one game without pay for pushing the Wizards' mascot during pregame introductions on Jan. 30.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

Sources: Jazz acquire Lonzo, trade away Landale
The Jazz acquired Lonzo Ball from the Cavaliers and also traded Jock Landale to the Hawks, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

Sources: Bulls trade White, Conley to Hornets
The Bulls continued to overhaul their roster, sending guards Coby White and Mike Conley to the Hornets for Collin Sexton, Ousmane Dieng and three-second round picks, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

Sources: Lonzo to become free agent after trade
The Jazz have acquired Lonzo Ball in a three-team trade with the Cavaliers and Hawks but are expected to waive the veteran guard and allow him to become a free agent, sources told ESPN.

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Feb 04, 2026

Sources: Paul lands with Raptors in 3-team trade
Chris Paul, a 12-time NBA All-Star, has landed with the Raptors amid a three-team trade involving the Clippers and the Nets, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

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