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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

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

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

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

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

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.

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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

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.

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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.

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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?

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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

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

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

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.

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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

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.

ESPN NBA
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.

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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.

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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

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.

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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

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.

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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: 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.

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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

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.

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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

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.

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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..

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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

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.

ESPN NBA
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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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Feb 04, 2026

AD is a Wizard?! Grading the shocking trade -- and why one team came out on top
Anthony Davis joins Washington in an eight-player trade. Kevin Pelton breaks down what's next for the Wizards and the Mavericks.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

From AD and Harden to JJJ and Vucevic: Fantasy reaction to the latest NBA trades
Andre Snellings and Eric Moody provide fantasy reactions as trades go down leading up to Thursday's NBA trade deadline.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

From AD and Harden to Zubac and Vucevic: Fantasy reaction to the latest NBA trades
Andre Snellings and Eric Moody provide fantasy reactions as trades go down leading up to Thursday's NBA trade deadline.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

SGA (ab strain) sidelined through All-Star break
Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will be sidelined until after the All-Star break due to an abdominal strain.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

Sources: Sixers trade McCain to OKC for 4 picks
The 76ers are trading guard Jared McCain to the Thunder for a 2026 Rockets first-round pick and three second-round picks, sources told ESPN.

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Feb 04, 2026

Sources: Mavs overhaul again, trade AD to Wiz
The Mavericks are trading 10-time All-Star Anthony Davis to the Wizards as part of an eight-player trade, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Feb 04, 2026

Fast break: Wemby's minutes restriction, KAT's new offensive role and more
A look around the league reveals the latest trends, from Victor Wembanyama's minute restriction to Karl-Anthony Towns' changing offensive role, and more.

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Feb 04, 2026

No buyout talks for Kings, DeRozan, sources say
League sources say there have not been any discussions with DeMar DeRozan's side about a possible Kings buyout if he remains with the team after the trade deadline.

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Feb 04, 2026

Sources: Mavs, Raptors active in AD trade talks
The Mavericks' most active trade discussions involving Anthony Davis are with the Raptors, but no deal is imminent, sources told ESPN.

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Feb 04, 2026

Brey, Bluder, E. Johnson to get Lapchick Award
Mike Brey, James Jones, Lisa Bluder and Ernie Johnson will be this year's recipients of the Joe Lapchick Character Award.

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Feb 04, 2026

Harden traded to Cavs: Excited to chase 1st title
The Clippers are trading James Harden to the Cavaliers for Darius Garland and a second-round pick, sources told ESPN, in a trade that Harden said "both sides got what they wanted."

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Feb 04, 2026

NBA trade buzz: Live updates and intel during deadline week
The Cavaliers, Clippers, Celtics and Bulls made big moves on Tuesday. Catch up on what we're hearing from insiders ahead of Thursday's deadline.

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Feb 04, 2026

NBA Power Rankings: Where all 30 teams stack up ahead of trade deadline
Which players are under the most pressure and where all 30 teams rank a day before the Thursday trade deadline.

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Feb 04, 2026

Green on Dubs' trade talks: If it ends, what a run
The Warriors have involved Draymond Green in active trade conversations in advance of Thursday's NBA trade deadline, league sources told ESPN.

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Feb 03, 2026

Reaves' return boosts Lakers in trip-ending win
Austin Reaves, sidelined the past five weeks because of a strained left calf, returned in the Lakers' 125-109 win against the Nets on Tuesday night, scoring 15 points on 3-for-9 shooting with four rebounds and two steals.

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Feb 03, 2026

Harden headed to Cavs: Excited to chase 1st title
The Clippers sent James Harden to the Cavaliers for Darius Garland and a second-round pick, sources told ESPN, in a trade that Harden said "both sides got what they wanted."

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Feb 03, 2026

NBA trade tracker: Details for every deal of the 2025-26 season
Here's every trade of the 2025-26 season, including the Clippers-Cavs deal sending James Harden to Cleveland.

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Feb 03, 2026

Six stars to trade for or trade away
If you deal Giannis, SGA, or Michael Porter Jr., here's who you should get in return -- and who you should avoid.

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Feb 03, 2026

From Harden and JJJ to Vucevic: Fantasy reaction to the latest NBA trades
Andre Snellings and Eric Moody provide fantasy reactions as trades go down leading up to Thursday's NBA trade deadline.

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Feb 03, 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 Cleveland-Los Angeles trade.

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Feb 03, 2026

The biggest remaining questions on the Harden-Garland trade
NBA insiders address the lingering questions as the Clippers and Cavaliers swap All-Star guards.

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Feb 03, 2026

Heat celebrate '06 title team, Shaq's 'favorite'
The Heat brought back their 2006 title team for a 20th anniversary celebration, with a gala Monday followed by an on-court event Tuesday night. Most of the team was in attendance, including Shaquille O'Neal, who called the group his favorite.

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Feb 03, 2026

Sources: Clips deal Harden to Cavs, land Garland
In a swap of two star guards, the LA Clippers are trading James Harden to the Cleveland Cavaliers for Darius Garland and a second-round pick, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania on Tuesday.

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Feb 03, 2026

Sources: LeBron expects to finish year with Lakers
LeBron James is expected to finish out the season with the Lakers, league sources told ESPN on Tuesday.

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Feb 03, 2026

Lakers welcome back Reaves for Nets matchup
Austin Reaves, sidelined the past five weeks with a strained left calf, returned for the Lakers on Tuesday night in Brooklyn.

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Feb 03, 2026

Curry, LeBron, KD to team up at ASG; Kawhi, too
Stephen Curry will be joining Olympic teammates LeBron James and Kevin Durant once again, this time at the NBA All-Star Game. And the Clippers' Kawhi Leonard was added to the pool of U.S. players Tuesday shortly before the rosters were unveiled.

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Feb 03, 2026

From JJJ to Vucevic: Fantasy reaction to the latest NBA trades
Andre Snellings and Eric Moody provide fantasy reactions as trades go down leading up to Thursday's NBA trade deadline.

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Feb 03, 2026

Jaren Jackson Jr. to ... Utah? What?! Grading this Jazz-Grizzlies blockbuster
Jazz got Jaren Jackson Jr. plus three other players. Grizzlies got four players and three future firsts.

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Feb 03, 2026

Sources: Celtics land Vucevic in trade with Bulls
The Celtics added some much-needed frontcourt help, acquiring Nikola Vucevic from the Bulls for Anfernee Simons and a second-round draft pick, sources told ESPN.

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Feb 03, 2026

Raptors' Rajakovic to coach World All-Star team
Darko Rajakovic of the Toronto Raptors will coach the international team at the All-Star Game on Feb. 15, the NBA announced Tuesday.

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Feb 03, 2026

Huerter to Pistons, Ivey to Bulls in 3-team trade
Chicago, Minnesota and Detroit have agreed to a trade that sends Jaden Ivey and Mike Conley to the Bulls and Kevin Huerter and Dario Saric to the Pistons, sources told ESPN.

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Feb 03, 2026

Sources: Green involved in Warriors' trade talks
The Warriors have involved Draymond Green in active trade conversation in advance of Thursday's NBA trade deadline, league sources told ESPN.

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Feb 03, 2026

Sources: Rebuilding Grizz trade Jackson to Jazz
The Grizzlies are trading star forward Jaren Jackson Jr. to the Jazz as part of an eight-player deal, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

What we're hearing before the NBA trade deadline: Latest intel on Harden, Giannis, more
Which players and teams are Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst watching?

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

LeBron is in, Kawhi is out: Answering four questions about the All-Star reserves
Breaking down the NBA All-Star rosters, including snubs and biggest surprises.

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Feb 03, 2026

NBA 2026 All-Star Game uniforms and court unveiled, inspired by Los Angeles and new format
This marks the ninth straight year Jordan Brand has designed uniforms for the All-Star Game, which will be held at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, home of the LA Clippers.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Another Harden trade? What we know about his potential Cavs fit and the Clippers' future
NBA insiders answer five big questions after the shocking news that Harden and the Clippers are pursuing a trade.

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Feb 03, 2026

Sources: Pistons' Duren joins dunk contest field
Pistons center Jalen Duren, a first-time All-Star, will participate in the NBA slam dunk contest at All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

What we're hearing before the NBA trade deadline: Latest intel on Harden, Giannis, AD and interested teams
With just two days until the deadline, which players and teams are Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst watching?

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Fantasy basketball: Five stars to trade for or trade away
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Michael Porter Jr. are three of the most commonly traded players right now in ESPN fantasy. If you deal them, here's who you should get in return -- and who you should avoid.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Fantasy basketball: Six stars to trade for or trade away
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Michael Porter Jr. are three of the most commonly traded players right now in ESPN fantasy. If you deal them, here's who you should get in return -- and who you should avoid.

ESPN NBA
Feb 03, 2026

Clippers, Harden exploring trade, sources say
The LA Clippers and James Harden are exploring trades ahead of Thursday's deadline, with the Cavaliers one of the teams expressing interest.

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Feb 02, 2026

Hornets' Pat Connaughton sports blonde hair for fantasy football punishment
The 33-year-old sported blonde hair on the Hornets bench during their 102-95 Monday win against the New Orleans Pelicans.

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Feb 02, 2026

Hornets' Lee sorry for 'foolish' collision with Ball
An embarrassed Charles Lee took the blame for a head-to-head collision with his star player on the sideline after LaMelo Ball and the Hornets coach both went for a loose ball.

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Feb 02, 2026

Durant out vs. Pacers after stepping on fan's foot
All-Star forward Kevin Durant did not play for the Houston Rockets on Monday night after spraining his left ankle when he stepped on a fan's foot during a recent game.

ESPN NBA
Feb 02, 2026

Buzz: Live updates, trades and intel from around the league
What's the latest on a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trade? Catch up on what we're hearing from insiders.

ESPN NBA
Feb 02, 2026

Durant out Monday after stepping on fan's foot
All-Star forward Kevin Durant will not play for the Houston Rockets on Monday night after spraining his left ankle when he stepped on a fan's foot during a recent game.

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Feb 02, 2026

Warriors' Curry out vs. 76ers with 'runner's knee'
Warriors star Stephen Curry will miss Tuesday night's game against the 76ers with a persistent right knee issue that the team is officially listing as patellofemoral pain syndrome.

ESPN NBA
Feb 02, 2026

Sources: Bucks countering trade offers for Giannis
The Bucks have submitted counteroffers to teams aggressively seeking a trade for two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, sources told ESPN.

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