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Apr 27, 2024

Kawhi: Knee 'didn't respond' as hoped, iffy for G4
Kawhi Leonard gutted out 25 minutes in the Clippers' 101-90 loss to the Mavericks on Friday and revealed that his knee "didn't respond the way we wanted" after his return.

ESPN NBA
Apr 27, 2024

KD on fans' boos: Hope it 'ignites' us down 3-0
Facing a 3-0 series deficit after Friday's loss, Kevin Durant said he hopes the Suns can use their fans' boos as "fuel" as they attempt to avoid a sweep by the Timberwolves..

ESPN NBA
Apr 27, 2024

Kawhi: Knee 'didn't respond' as hoped; iffy for G4
Kawhi Leonard gutted out 25 minutes in the Clippers' 101-90 loss to the Mavericks on Friday and revealed that his knee "didn't respond the way we wanted" after his return.

ESPN NBA
Apr 27, 2024

Westbrook, Washington ejected in chippy Game 3
A couple of heated confrontations during the fourth quarter of the Mavericks' Game 3 win over the Clippers on Friday night resulted in a pair of ejections.

ESPN NBA
Apr 27, 2024

Darlan's Bangui on cusp of BAL playoffs
Thierry Darlan's Bangui beat Khaman Maluach's City Oilers in the Basketball Africa League Nile Conference on Friday, while Egypt's Al Ahly defeated Libya's Al Ahly Benghazi.

ESPN NBA
Apr 27, 2024

Ailing Bucks see Lillard aggravate Achilles injury
Injuries continue to pile up for the Bucks, who now trail 2-1 in their series with the Pacers, after Damian Lillard aggravated an Achilles injury that surfaced in the regular-season finale.

ESPN NBA
Apr 26, 2024

Luka Doncic's pink-and-purple wrapped Camaro catches eyes ahead of Clippers-Mavs
Luka Doncic pulled up to Game 3 against the LA Clippers in a tricked-out Camero to tease his new Luka 3 sneaker.

ESPN NBA
Apr 26, 2024

Haliburton's GW floater ices Bucks in dramatic OT
In a wild finish, Tyrese Haliburton completed a three-point play with 1.6 seconds left to cap his first postseason triple-double, and the Pacers took a 2-1 series lead with a 121-118 overtime victory over the Bucks on Friday night.

ESPN NBA
Apr 26, 2024

Clark gets Pacers crowd roaring before Game 3
Caitlin Clark revved up a raucous Pacers crowd before Friday night's Game 3 against the Bucks in her first public appearance on the Gainbridge Fieldhouse court since the Fever drafted her last week.

ESPN NBA
Apr 26, 2024

Giannis (calf) out, Middleton (ankle) active for G3
Bucks two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo is out for Friday night's Game 3 of the series against the Pacers with a left calf strain, while forward Khris Middleton is active after hurting his ankle in the last game on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 26, 2024

Lakers' Ham: 'Not changing my starting lineup'
Lakers coach Darvin Ham said he will keep the same starting five as Los Angeles looks to prevent a series sweep against Denver in Game 4 on Saturday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 26, 2024

Sources: Juwan Howard agrees to be Nets asst.
Juwan Howard is returning to the NBA, agreeing to a deal to become a Nets assistant coach, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Apr 26, 2024

Bucks rule out Giannis (calf strain) for Game 3
The Milwaukee Bucks have ruled two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo out of Friday night's Game 3 of the series against the Indiana Pacers with a left calf strain.

ESPN NBA
Apr 26, 2024

'You can't fake that fire': What fueled Kevin Durant's incredible return to the game
The 14-time All-Star played in 75 games this season, the most since his time with the Warriors. The journey to be able to do so reveals an unrelenting burn within: to return to the player he once was -- and more.

ESPN NBA
Apr 26, 2024

Thierry Darlan's BAL form has boosted his NBA Draft stock
Thierry Darlan's G League Ignite season was not what he'd hoped for, dealing with an injured ankle for much of it, but his form with Bangui at the Basketball Africa League has made his decision to enter the NBA Draft this year a good one.

ESPN NBA
Apr 26, 2024

Lakers falter again, on brink of another 4-0 exit
With the Lakers in another 3-0 hole to the Nuggets, LeBron James said the pressure the team is facing "is what the postseason is about."

ESPN NBA
Apr 26, 2024

Knicks call Embiid's flagrant on Robinson 'dirty'
The Knicks took exception to a flagrant foul 76ers star Joel Embiid committed on Mitchell Robinson, calling the play "dirty."

ESPN NBA
Apr 26, 2024

'Floodgates open' for Magic, Banchero in win
Magic ride hot shooting to 121-83 win over the Cavaliers, Orlando's first playoff win at home in almost 13 years.

ESPN NBA
Apr 26, 2024

Embiid puts up 50, reveals Bell's palsy diagnosis
Joel Embiid scored 50 points to lead the 76ers to a needed Game 3 win over the Knicks and afterward addressed his recent diagnosis with a form of facial paralysis.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2024

Follow live: Lakers yearning for first win at home vs. Nuggets
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ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2024

How tough love (and disrespect) fuels Paolo Banchero
The Orlando Magic haven't won a playoff series in 14 years. Banchero believes he can break the cycle.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2024

Follow live: Knicks seeking 3-0 series lead vs. Sixers
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ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2024

76ers' Melton available but doesn't play in Game 3
Philadelphia 76ers guard De'Anthony Melton is available for Thursday's Game 3 against the New York Knicks but did not play in the win.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2024

Warriors star Curry named Clutch Player of Year
Warriors star Stephen Curry finished ahead of DeMar DeRozan and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to win the NBA's Clutch Player of the Year Award.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2024

76ers' Melton available for Game 3 vs. Knicks
Philadelphia 76ers guard De'Anthony Melton is available for Thursday's Game 3 against the New York Knicks.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2024

Bucks' Middleton (ankle) questionable for Game 3
Bucks forward Khris Middleton's is questionable for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference first-round playoff series with the Indiana Pacers after he hurt his ankle in the last game and didn't practice Thursday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2024

Bucks' Middleton (ankle) uncertain for Game 3
Bucks forward Khris Middleton's status for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference first-round playoff series with the Pacers is uncertain after he hurt his ankle in the last game and didn't practice Thursday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2024

French teen Salaun submits paperwork for draft
French forward Tidjane Salaun, a projected top-15 pick, told ESPN he has submitted paperwork to the NBA office making him eligible for the 2024 draft.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2024

Why the Cavaliers are dominating this throwback series against the Magic
The Cavaliers have stifled the Magic's offense in this first-round series, holding them below 90 points in both Games 1 and 2.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2024

Is Embiid right about a 76ers comeback? Five reasons for optimism in Philly
Joel Embiid is hobbled with a balky left knee and Philly's role players aren't scoring. But are the 76ers actually ... fine?

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2024

Thunder roll to 2-0 lead behind Holmgren, SGA
Chet Holmgren got hot early and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander put up a playoff career high as Oklahoma City dominated New Orleans on Wednesday night.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2024

Heat get even, shock Celts with 3-point barrage
Blown out in Game 1, the Heat caught fire Wednesday night and beat the Celtics, evening the series at 1-1.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2024

'Don't let us get one:' Butler pokes fun at Boston after Miami evens series
The Miami star did not play in Game 2 since he is sidelined with an injury, but he still supported his squad from afar -- and trolled their opposition.

ESPN NBA
Apr 25, 2024

'Dont let us get one:' Butler pokes fun at Boston after Miami evens series
The Miami star did not play in Game 2 since he is sidelined with an injury, but he still supported his squad from afar -- and trolled their opposition.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2024

Follow live: Thunder want control of series; Pelicans aim to hit back
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ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2024

Reid edges Monk in closest-ever NBA 6th Man vote
Timberwolves forward Naz Reid was named the 2023-24 NBA Sixth Man of the Year on Wednesday night.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2024

Follow live: Seeking 2-0 series lead, Celtics host Heat
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ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2024

Film don't lie: Lakers bemoan G2 shooting woes
The Lakers were encouraged by the shots they did get during their Game 2 loss to Denver but weren't happy with the outcome of those shots.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2024

Wolves' Reid named NBA's Sixth Man of the Year
Timberwolves forward Naz Reid was named the 2023-24 NBA Sixth Man of the Year on Wednesday night.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2024

Nets' Fernandez: Retaining Claxton a 'priority'
New Brooklyn Nets coach Jordi Fernandez wasted no time making his feelings known about the roster -- and, specifically, the status of unrestricted free agent center Nic Claxton, who Fernandez said was a "priority" to retain in free agency.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2024

The biggest storylines coming into two massive Game 2s
Both No. 1 seeds took a 1-0 lead over the weekend. What are the biggest storylines going into Wednesday's Game 2s?

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2024

NBA playoffs: First-round news, schedule, scores and highlights
Here's what you need to know about the first round.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2024

Game 2s: Key factors for the Celtics, Heat, Pelicans and Thunder
Both No. 1 seeds took a 1-0 lead over the weekend. What are the biggest storylines going into Wednesday's Game 2s?

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2024

'We've got to be better': Suns leave Minnesota down 2-0 in series
The Suns lost Game 2 to the Timberwolves after palpable frustrations bubbled through in the second half.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2024

Kawhi returns in loss with eye on restoring rhythm
Clippers star Kawhi Leonard returned for Tuesday night's Game 2 against the visiting Mavericks, scoring 15 points in 35 minutes in a 96-93 loss.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2024

Luka leads way with defense as Mavs even series
Luka Doncic spearheaded the Mavs' smothering defensive effort Tuesday night against the Clippers as Dallas evened the first-round series at one game apiece.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2024

Haliburton: Brother called racial slur by fan in G1
Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton said his younger brother was called the N-word by a fan while sitting in the stands during Game 1 of Indiana's first-round playoff series with the Bucks in Milwaukee.

ESPN NBA
Apr 24, 2024

Kawhi 'felt good' in return, plays 35 mins in loss
Clippers star Kawhi Leonard returned for Tuesday night's Game 2 against the visiting Mavericks, scoring 15 points in 35 minutes in a 96-93 loss.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2024

Suns' Allen exits Game 2 after reinjuring ankle
Phoenix guard Grayson Allen exited Game 2 of a first-round series at Minnesota on Tuesday after aggravated the sprained right ankle he suffered in the playoff opener.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2024

Follow live: Clippers look to take commanding 2-0 lead vs. Mavericks
Follow live: Clippers look to take commanding 2-0 lead vs. Mavericks

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2024

NBA playoffs 2024: First-round news, schedule, scores and highlights
The Cavaliers, Knicks, Nuggets and Wolves capture Game 1 and 2 wins at home. Here's what you need to know about the first round.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2024

Follow live: Suns look to even the series against Anthony Edwards and the Wolves
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ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2024

Follow live: Pacers look to bounce back after Game 1 struggles vs. Bucks
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ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2024

Clippers get back Kawhi for Game 2 vs. Mavs
Clippers star Kawhi Leonard will return for Tuesday night's Game 2 against the visiting Mavericks. He had missed nine straight game with an ailing knee.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2024

Maxey edges out White as NBA's most improved
Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey, who upped his scoring average to 25.9 points per game and was a first-time All-Star this season, edged the Bulls' Coby White for the NBA's most improved player.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2024

NBA: Maxey fouled twice during chaotic sequence
Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey was fouled multiple times during the frenetic defining sequence of Philadelphia's Game 2 loss to New York, according to the Last Two Minute Report.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2024

Injured Zion: Playoff return 'definitely realistic'
Zion Williamson said the hamstring injury that has sidelined him for the start of the playoffs was "super demoralizing," but he believes he has a realistic shot to return this postseason.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2024

Police eye Jokic's brother for reported fan punch
The NBA and Denver police are looking into an incident in which a man reported to be one of the brothers of Nuggets star Nikola Jokic was seen punching a fan.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2024

Player of year Edey officially enters NBA draft
Zach Edey, the consensus national player of the year and a projected lottery pick, has submitted paperwork to the league office making him eligible for the 2024 NBA draft.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2024

Heat goal: Correct 3-point 'discrepancy' in G2
The Heat acknowledge they need to make an adjustment after being outscored from the 3-point line in their series opener against the Celtics.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2024

Why do so many players have beef with Rudy Gobert?
The Defensive Player of the Year favorite has frequently found himself the subject of barbs and ridicule from star players, fans -- even Hall of Famers. The question is why.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2024

How Rudy Gobert made peace with being the NBA's most ridiculed player
The Defensive Player of the Year favorite has frequently found himself the subject of barbs and ridicule from star players, fans -- even Hall of Famers. The question is why.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2024

LeBron James rips officiating: What is replay center for?
"I don't understand what's going on in the replay center, to be honest," James said following Lakers' Game 2 loss.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2024

'Jamal Murray made a shot': Denver star caps rally
Jamal Murray sinks a jumper at the buzzer and the Nuggets wipe out a 20-point deficit to stun the Lakers.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2024

Murray's buzzer-beater caps 20-point Denver rally
Jamal Murray sinks a jumper at the buzzer and the Nuggets wipe out a 20-point deficit to stun the Lakers.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2024

Embiid: Sixers, in 2-0 hole, 'are going to win this'
Joel Embiid declared Philadelphia is going to win its first-round playoff series despite a stunning rally by the Knicks on Monday night and amid complaints about the officiating.

ESPN NBA
Apr 23, 2024

Sources: Mediation set for Wolves sale dispute
The Timberwolves' ownership dispute between majority owner Glen Taylor and the Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez group will advance to a mediation session on May 1 in Minneapolis, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2024

Follow live: LeBron, Lakers look to even series against Nuggets
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ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2024

Suggs injures knee, returns as Magic fall to 0-2
Magic guard Jalen Suggs was able to return to Monday night's Game 2 at Cleveland after being carried off the court in the first quarter with a left knee strain.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2024

Source: Lakers' Vanderbilt targeting Game 3 return
Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt, sidelined by a right midfoot sprain, participated in one of his most intense workouts yet Monday morning and is targeting a return as soon as Thursday's Game 3, a source told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2024

Clippers' Leonard (knee) questionable for Game 2
Clippers star Kawhi Leonard remains questionable for Tuesday night's Game 2 with inflammation in his right knee.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2024

Magic's Suggs helped off with knee injury, returns
Magic guard Jalen Suggs was able to return to Monday night's Game 2 at Cleveland after being carried off the court in the first quarter with a left knee strain.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2024

Follow live: Knicks look to win second straight in series vs. Sixers
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ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2024

NBA breaks 6 ties among 15 teams for June draft
The NBA broke six ties among 15 teams Monday to determine the order of selection for the 2024 NBA Draft, which will be held June 26 and 27, and the Hornets won a tiebreaker with the Trail Blazers, tentatively slotting them third and fourth respectively.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2024

Buffs' Williams, likely lottery pick, to enter draft
Colorado freshman guard Cody Williams -- an expected lottery pick -- is entering the 2024 NBA draft, he told ESPN on Monday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2024

The birth of the Nova Knicks
The "Nova Knicks" date back to 2016, inside a Villanova dorm room, centered around despising one specific teammate.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2024

Is Duke commit Khaman Maluach better than Joel Embiid at 17?
South Sudan international Khaman Maluach has played in the BAL since age 15.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2024

Nets officially hire Fernandez as head coach
Jordi Fernandez, who served as an associate head coach for the Kings for the past two seasons, was officially hired as head coach of the Brooklyn Nets.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2024

76ers' Maxey questionable for G2 due to illness
76ers All-Star guard Tyrese Maxey did not attend Monday's morning shootaround at Madison Square Garden due to an illness and will be listed as questionable for Game 2.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2024

Projected No. 1 pick Risacher to enter NBA draft
Projected No. 1 pick and current JL Bourg France player Zaccharie Risacher, 19, has submitted paperwork to make him eligible for the 2024 NBA draft.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2024

What we learned from the opening weekend of the NBA playoffs
Our experts give their biggest takeaways from every Game 1 of the 2024 NBA playoffs.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2024

Biggest takeaways from every Game 1 of the 2024 NBA playoffs
Our experts give their biggest takeaways from every Game 1 of the 2024 NBA playoffs.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2024

Why Anthony Davis' defense could be the Lakers' biggest X factor
Anthony Davis' defense has been elite this season. The Lakers need every bit of it right now against Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2024

OKC overcomes inexperience to edge New Orleans
The Thunder outlasted the Pelicans in a tightly contested playoff opener, one that featured 20 lead changes.

ESPN NBA
Apr 22, 2024

'Setting the tone': Dame's 35-pt. half lifts Bucks
Damian Lillard's first-half masterpiece carried the Bucks, who were without Giannis Antetokounmpo, to a win over the Pacers on Sunday in Game 1 of their series.

ESPN NBA
Apr 21, 2024

Follow live: Thunder host series opener vs. Pelicans
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ESPN NBA
Apr 21, 2024

Follow live: Pacers and Bucks open their playoff series in Milwaukee
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ESPN NBA
Apr 21, 2024

'Passive' Mavericks come out flat in Game 1 loss
"They were physical and we were passive," Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said in summing up his team's 109-97 loss to the Clippers in the opening game of their first-round playoff series.

ESPN NBA
Apr 21, 2024

Kidd calls out Mavs' 'passive' play in Game 1 loss
"They were physical and we were passive," Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said in summing up his team's 109-97 loss to the Clippers in the opening game of their first-round playoff series.

ESPN NBA
Apr 21, 2024

Harden shows he can 'still score with best of 'em'
James Harden reverted to his scoring days, netting 20 of his 28 points in the opening two quarters to help the Clippers build a 29-point lead en route to a 109-97 win over the Mavericks in Game 1. "Still can score with the best of 'em," he said.

ESPN NBA
Apr 21, 2024

Giannis a no-go for Bucks in Game 1 vs. Pacers
The Bucks will not have Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) for Game 1 of their first-round playoff series against the Pacers on Sunday night.

ESPN NBA
Apr 21, 2024

Wembanyama, Jokic headline NBA award finalists
The NBA unveiled the three finalists for each of its seven major individual awards for the 2023-24 regular season Sunday night.

ESPN NBA
Apr 21, 2024

Tatum, Celtics: Scary collision 'playoff basketball'
Jayson Tatum was a catalyst in more ways than one as the Celtics opened their first-round playoff series with a win over the Heat on Sunday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 21, 2024

Bucks say Giannis a no-go for Game 1 vs. Pacers
The Bucks will not have Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) for Game 1 of their first-round playoff series against the Pacers on Sunday night.

ESPN NBA
Apr 21, 2024

Clippers without Kawhi for Game 1 win vs. Mavs
Kawhi Leonard sat out Game 1 of the Clippers' Western Conference first-round series against the Mavericks and his status for Tuesday's Game 2 remains up in the air.

ESPN NBA
Apr 21, 2024

Lakers unsure when Wood, Vanderbilt will return
Aware the Lakers need some support off the bench against the Nuggets in their first-round series, Los Angeles coach Darvin Ham spoke to reporters Sunday about where Christian Wood and Jarred Vanderbilt on their respective roads back to rotation.

ESPN NBA
Apr 21, 2024

Seeking rebound, Sixers say board game is key
While the 76ers could point to a number of reasons they fell short in Game 1 against the Knicks, rebounding was the main area of concern ahead of Monday's Game 2.

ESPN NBA
Apr 21, 2024

De'Aaron Fox's Curry 1 Lows tip off postseason in style
Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox defeated Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors wearing his opponent's signature shoe.

ESPN NBA
Apr 21, 2024

Clippers rule out Kawhi for Game 1 vs. Mavs
LA Clippers coach Ty Lue said Kawhi Leonard will be out for Game 1 of their Western Conference first-round series against the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 21, 2024

Russell redemption road hits bump in Lakers' loss
Los Angeles veteran guard D'Angelo Russell missed 13 of his final 16 shot attempts on Saturday night in Denver, as the Lakers stumbled through a 114-103 Game 1 loss to the Nuggets, but he vowed afterward that he'd "be ready for the next one."

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