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Leonard won't play for Los Angeles Clippers to start the season while rehabbing knee, report says

Kawhi Leonard won’t play for the Los Angeles Clippers to start the season because of ongoing rehabilitation from inflammation in his right knee

Leonard won't play for Los Angeles Clippers to start the season while rehabbing knee, report says
Technology|US

US proposes to fine ESPN $147,000 over improper emergency tones in NBA promotions

The Federal Communications Commission said on Thursday it was proposing to fine Walt Disney's ESPN network $147,000 for violating rules on broadcasting

US proposes to fine ESPN $147,000 over improper emergency tones in NBA promotions
Celebrity|Sports

While LeBron and Bronny prepare for their historic family pairing, the Lakers shrug off the critics

LeBron James and his 20-year-son, Bronny, are about to become the first father and son to play on the same NBA team

While LeBron and Bronny prepare for their historic family pairing, the Lakers shrug off the critics
Sports

Lonzo Ball makes long-awaited return from knee injuries, scores 10 in Bulls' preseason game

Lonzo Ball got a rousing ovation in his long-awaited return for the Chicago Bulls after being sidelined for nearly three years because of a knee injury

Lonzo Ball makes long-awaited return from knee injuries, scores 10 in Bulls' preseason game
Sports

76ers' Paul George diagnosed with bone bruise but no structural damage after hyperextending knee

The Philadelphia 76ers say forward Paul George has a bone bruise but didn't suffer any structural damage when he hyperextended his left knee during a preseason game

76ers' Paul George diagnosed with bone bruise but no structural damage after hyperextending knee
Sports

LA Clippers star Kawhi Leonard to miss rest of preseason and possibly beginning of regular season

LA Clippers star Kawhi Leonard to miss rest of preseason and possibly beginning of regular season

LA Clippers star Kawhi Leonard to miss rest of preseason and possibly beginning of regular season
Sports|US

76ers' free agent pickup Paul George leaves preseason win with hyperextended left knee

Philadelphia 76ers prized free agent acquisition Paul George left Monday’s preseason game against Atlanta with a hyperextended left knee

76ers' free agent pickup Paul George leaves preseason win with hyperextended left knee
Sports

Spike Lee's 1st trip, Michael Jordan's welcome to newcomers and more from basketball Hall of Fame

Spike Lee had a memorable first trip to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and Michael Jordan welcomed a couple newcomers to it

Spike Lee's 1st trip, Michael Jordan's welcome to newcomers and more from basketball Hall of Fame
Sports

The NBA's parity era is here, with 6 champions in 6 years. Now Boston will try to buck that trend

There's never been an era in NBA history where it’s been harder to win back-to-back titles

The NBA's parity era is here, with 6 champions in 6 years. Now Boston will try to buck that trend
Sports

Jerry West becomes first three-time inductee as Carter and Billups enter basketball's Hall of Fame

Jerry West has made history by becoming the first three-time inductee to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame

Jerry West becomes first three-time inductee as Carter and Billups enter basketball's Hall of Fame
Entertainment|Sports

Billy Crystal and Spike Lee take their places at the Hall of Fame as basketball superfans

Honored for his devotion to a basketball team that doesn’t have a Hall of Fame history, Billy Crystal couldn’t help but note the irony

Billy Crystal and Spike Lee take their places at the Hall of Fame as basketball superfans
Sports

Vince Carter played only a short time in Canada. His impact on Canadian basketball still goes strong

Even though Vince Carter played only a short time in Canada, his impact on Canadian basketball is still going strong

Vince Carter played only a short time in Canada. His impact on Canadian basketball still goes strong
Celebrity|Entertainment|Sports

Carter soared quickly and Billups started slowly, but there's more than one road to the Hall of Fame

Vince Carter remembers the 2000 Slam Dunk Contest like it just happened, when he went from an up-and-comer to a full-fledged phenom

Carter soared quickly and Billups started slowly, but there's more than one road to the Hall of Fame
Sports|US|World

Rays say it may take 'weeks' to fully assess damage at Tropicana Field, after Milton struck region

The Tampa Bay Rays say it may take weeks to fully assess how much damage was done to Tropicana Field, which saw its roof ripped to shreds by the force of Hurricane Milton as the deadly storm barreled across much of Florida

Rays say it may take 'weeks' to fully assess damage at Tropicana Field, after Milton struck region
Sports

Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone says he isn’t taking Nikola Jokić’s ‘greatness’ for granted heading into new season

Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone says he isn’t taking Nikola Jokić’s ‘greatness’ for granted heading into new season

Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone says he isn’t taking Nikola Jokić’s ‘greatness’ for granted heading into new season
Celebrity|Health|Sports

Ex-NBA player, 'Survivor' contestant Scot Pollard makes contact with heart donor's family

Former NBA player, “Survivor” contestant and heart transplant recipient Scot Pollard was eager to meet the family of his donor and it looks like he might get his wish

Ex-NBA player, 'Survivor' contestant Scot Pollard makes contact with heart donor's family
Sports

LeBron and Bronny James become first father-son duo to play together on an NBA team

LeBron and Bronny James become first father-son duo to play together on an NBA team

LeBron and Bronny James become first father-son duo to play together on an NBA team
Celebrity|Entertainment|News|Sports

LeBron and son Bronny James play together for the first time in a preseason game for the Lakers

LeBron James and his son Bronny made NBA history when they played together for the first time during the Los Angeles Lakers’ preseason game against Phoenix

LeBron and son Bronny James play together for the first time in a preseason game for the Lakers
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Karl-Anthony Towns scores 10 points in abbreviated preseason debut with New York Knicks

Jalen Brunson thought twice about going 1-on-2 in transition, instead dribbling back outside and flipping the ball behind him to Karl-Anthony Towns, who made a 3-pointer with a defender in his face

Karl-Anthony Towns scores 10 points in abbreviated preseason debut with New York Knicks
News|Sports

Napheesa Collier scores 26 to help Lynx top Sun 90-81 and take 2-1 lead in semifinal series

Napheesa Collier scored 26 points and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Connecticut Sun 90-81 to take a 2-1 lead in the best-of-five semifinals series

Napheesa Collier scores 26 to help Lynx top Sun 90-81 and take 2-1 lead in semifinal series
News|Sports

Bronny James begins his Lakers career with a preseason debut. LeBron won't join until the next game

Bronny James played in his first NBA preseason game when the Lakers host Minnesota in the first of Los Angeles’ two games in the Coachella Valley

Bronny James begins his Lakers career with a preseason debut. LeBron won't join until the next game
Celebrity|Crime|News|Sports

Businessman convicted of cheating ex-NBA star Dwight Howard out of millions in scam to buy WNBA team

A Georgia businessman has been convicted of cheating former NBA stars Dwight Howard and Chandler Parsons of $8 million after a trial in Manhattan federal court

Businessman convicted of cheating ex-NBA star Dwight Howard out of millions in scam to buy WNBA team
Sports

Celtics beat the Nuggets 107-103 in the NBA's preseason opener at Abu Dhabi

The NBA returned to the Persian Gulf on Friday for the third consecutive year

Celtics beat the Nuggets 107-103 in the NBA's preseason opener at Abu Dhabi
Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|News|Sports

Patrick Ewing returns to the New York Knicks in the new role of basketball ambassador

Hall of Famer Patrick Ewing is returning to the New York Knicks in the newly created position of basketball ambassador

Patrick Ewing returns to the New York Knicks in the new role of basketball ambassador
Entertainment|News|Sports

LeBron James, Anthony Davis will play in Lakers' first preseason games in Palm Springs, Redick says

LeBron James and Anthony Davis will play at some point during the Los Angeles Lakers’ first two preseason games this weekend

LeBron James, Anthony Davis will play in Lakers' first preseason games in Palm Springs, Redick says
Entertainment|News|Sports

On the road: Plenty of NBA teams mixing the grind of training camp with resort life

The Cleveland Cavaliers were hitting golf balls into a lake and some people couldn’t figure out why

On the road: Plenty of NBA teams mixing the grind of training camp with resort life
News|Sports

Mavs star Luka Doncic injures calf in preseason practice, will be evaluated in a week

Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic injured a calf during preseason practice and will be re-evaluated in a week

Mavs star Luka Doncic injures calf in preseason practice, will be evaluated in a week
Sports

Early reaction to Utah Hockey Club is strong as it enters crowded Salt Lake market

The Utah Jazz did more than carve out a place in this city

Early reaction to Utah Hockey Club is strong as it enters crowded Salt Lake market
Celebrity|Entertainment|Sports

Stephen Curry's gold-medal summer and 'nuit nuit' gesture still resonates as NBA camps open

Stephen Curry got the question and didn’t even have to think about the answer

Stephen Curry's gold-medal summer and 'nuit nuit' gesture still resonates as NBA camps open
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Appreciation: Dikembe Mutombo, a Basketball Hall of Fame player, had impact far beyond the game

The finger wag

Appreciation: Dikembe Mutombo, a Basketball Hall of Fame player, had impact far beyond the game
Celebrity|Sports

LeBron James is feeling 'pure joy' as he begins Lakers training camp alongside son Bronny

LeBron James is beginning his 22nd training camp this week with the Los Angeles Lakers, and this one will be a unique experience

LeBron James is feeling 'pure joy' as he begins Lakers training camp alongside son Bronny
Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Videos

LeBron James and son Bronny share special moments during Lakers media day

LeBron James and son Bronny share special moments during Lakers media day

LeBron James and son Bronny share special moments during Lakers media day
Sports

Media Day in the NBA: Optimism abounds, and new faces settle into new homes

Klay Thompson walked through the Dallas Mavericks’ facility in his new uniform for the first time

Media Day in the NBA: Optimism abounds, and new faces settle into new homes
Sports

Knicks tiptoe into training camp while waiting for acquisition of Towns to become official

Karl-Anthony Towns was in the Knicks’ building, though not yet on their team

Knicks tiptoe into training camp while waiting for acquisition of Towns to become official
Africa|Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|News|Sports

Reaction to the death of Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo

Reactions to the death of Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo

Reaction to the death of Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo
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NBA-'Larger than life' Hall of Famer Mutombo dies at 58

Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo has died at the age of 58 from brain cancer, the NBA said on Monday.

NBA-'Larger than life' Hall of Famer Mutombo dies at 58
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NBA All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns reportedly heading to New York, All-Star Julius Randle to Minnesota

NBA All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns reportedly heading to New York, All-Star Julius Randle to Minnesota

NBA All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns reportedly heading to New York, All-Star Julius Randle to Minnesota
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76ers star Joel Embiid honors his late brother at a Philly block party

Joel Embiid won Olympic gold

76ers star Joel Embiid honors his late brother at a Philly block party
News|Sports|US

Joe Wolf, who played for North Carolina and 7 NBA teams, dies at 59

Joe Wolf, a former North Carolina captain for Dean Smith who went on to play for seven teams in an 11-year NBA career before becoming a coach, has died

Joe Wolf, who played for North Carolina and 7 NBA teams, dies at 59
News|Sports

Former league MVP Derrick Rose retires from the NBA

Former league MVP Derrick Rose retires from the NBA

Former league MVP Derrick Rose retires from the NBA
Business|News|Sports

Philadelphia mayor reveals the new 76ers deal to build an arena downtown

Philadelphia’s mayor has revealed the terms of the deal negotiated with the city’s pro basketball team for a new $1.3 billion arena downtown

Philadelphia mayor reveals the new 76ers deal to build an arena downtown
Sports

NBA-Former MVP Rose announces retirement from basketball

Former NBA MVP Derrick Rose announced his retirement from basketball on Thursday as the 35-year-old guard brought the curtains down on a career spanning 16 years.

NBA-Former MVP Rose announces retirement from basketball
Sports

Derrick Rose, a No. 1 overall pick in 2008 and the 2011 NBA MVP, announces retirement

Derrick Rose, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2008 NBA draft by the Chicago Bulls and the league’s MVP in 2011, announced his retirement on Thursday

Derrick Rose, a No. 1 overall pick in 2008 and the 2011 NBA MVP, announces retirement
News|Sports

Wojnarowski leaves behind high-profile job at ESPN to return to his roots at St. Bonaventure

Adrian Wojnarowski is counting on the relationships he cultivated in covering the NBA for ESPN to boost his new job in returning to his alma mater as general manager of the St. Bonaventure men's basketball program

Wojnarowski leaves behind high-profile job at ESPN to return to his roots at St. Bonaventure
Sports

LeBron and Bronny James are already scrimmaging with Lakers ahead of historic father-and-son season

LeBron James and son Bronny James are already scrimmaging with the rest of the Los Angeles Lakers during voluntary offseason workouts

LeBron and Bronny James are already scrimmaging with Lakers ahead of historic father-and-son season
Business|Entertainment|News|Sports

Wojnarowski one of the first significant sports 'insiders' to step away from the spotlight

Adrian Wojnarowski’s decision to be one of the first significant insiders to leave on their own and try something new is surprising because some thought it might have happened sooner

Wojnarowski one of the first significant sports 'insiders' to step away from the spotlight
Sports

Joel Embiid and Philadelphia 76ers agree to contract extension worth nearly $193 million

Joel Embiid and Philadelphia 76ers agree to contract extension worth nearly $193 million

Joel Embiid and Philadelphia 76ers agree to contract extension worth nearly $193 million
News|Sports

Joel Embiid signs a 3-year, $193 million contract extension with the 76ers

Joel Embiid has signed a contract extension with the Philadelphia 76ers, keeping him with the franchise through the 2028-29 season

Joel Embiid signs a 3-year, $193 million contract extension with the 76ers
Business|Entertainment|News|Sports

NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski retires from ESPN to become basketball general manager at alma mater

NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski retires from ESPN to become basketball general manager at alma mater

NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski retires from ESPN to become basketball general manager at alma mater
Sports

Wojnarowski is leaving ESPN for alma mater to become GM of St. Bonaventure men's basketball team

ESPN NBA reporter Adrian Wojnarowski is retiring from broadcasting to return to his alma mater, St. Bonaventure, to take over the newly created position of general manager of the men’s basketball program

Wojnarowski is leaving ESPN for alma mater to become GM of St. Bonaventure men's basketball team
News|Sports

NBA expands permissible scope of coach's challenge reviews on some out-of-bounds plays

The NBA has expanded the permissible scope of coach’s challenge reviews on some out-of-bounds plays, saying Tuesday that if a foul should have been called on the play it now can be assessed shortly after the fact

NBA expands permissible scope of coach's challenge reviews on some out-of-bounds plays
News|Sports

Nuggets star Jamal Murray agrees to a 4-year, $208M max contract extension, AP source says

A person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press that star point guard Jamal Murray has agreed to a four-year, $208 million maximum contract extension with the Denver Nuggets

Nuggets star Jamal Murray agrees to a 4-year, $208M max contract extension, AP source says
News|Sports

Steph Curry agrees to one-year extension with Golden State Warriors worth a reported $62.6 million

Steph Curry agrees to one-year extension with Golden State Warriors worth a reported $62.6 million

Steph Curry agrees to one-year extension with Golden State Warriors worth a reported $62.6 million
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|News

Judge says ex-Boston Celtics' Glen 'Big Baby' Davis can delay prison to finish film

A film project has earned former Boston Celtics forward Glen “Big Baby” Davis a temporary reprieve from the start of his three-year prison term for a fraud conviction

Judge says ex-Boston Celtics' Glen 'Big Baby' Davis can delay prison to finish film
Business|News|Sports|US

Stephen Curry signs $63 million extension with Warriors for 2026-27 season

Stephen Curry has signed a one-year extension with the Golden State Warriors for the 2026-27 season, one in which the NBA’s all-time 3-point leader and Olympic gold medalist will earn nearly $63 million

Stephen Curry signs $63 million extension with Warriors for 2026-27 season
Entertainment|Sports|Technology

Netflix to launch NBA sports series 'Starting 5' featuring star players

Netflix said on Wednesday it will launch a sports series titled "Starting 5" that will showcase behind-the-scenes moments from the National Basketball Association games' 2023-2024 season.

Netflix to launch NBA sports series 'Starting 5' featuring star players
News|Sports

Al Attles, basketball Hall of Famer, dies at 87

Al Attles, basketball Hall of Famer, dies at 87

Al Attles, basketball Hall of Famer, dies at 87
News|Sports

Al Attles, one of NBA's first Black head coaches who led Warriors to 1975 title, dies at 87

Al Attles, a Hall of Famer who coached the 1975 NBA champion Warriors and spent more than six decades with the organization as a player, general manager and most recently team ambassador, has died

Al Attles, one of NBA's first Black head coaches who led Warriors to 1975 title, dies at 87
Celebrity|Entertainment|Sports

LeBron James, still leading the way for the US at age 39, has another chance at an Olympic gold

LeBron James knows there aren’t many moments like this left

LeBron James, still leading the way for the US at age 39, has another chance at an Olympic gold
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Victor Wembanyama will be a medalist at the Paris Olympics. Gold or silver awaits him on Saturday

Someone is going to have a very difficult task on Saturday

Victor Wembanyama will be a medalist at the Paris Olympics. Gold or silver awaits him on Saturday
Sports

The Noah Lyles-NBA players beef explained

The Noah Lyles-NBA players beef explained

The Noah Lyles-NBA players beef explained
News|Sports|US|World

Kevin Durant passes Lisa Leslie for career US Olympic scoring record

Kevin Durant stands alone in U.S. Olympic basketball scoring history

Kevin Durant passes Lisa Leslie for career US Olympic scoring record
Entertainment|Sports

Charles Barkley cancels his retirement plans, says he’ll stay with TNT Sports for long term

Charles Barkley cancels his retirement plans, says he’ll stay with TNT Sports for long term

Charles Barkley cancels his retirement plans, says he’ll stay with TNT Sports for long term
Business|Entertainment|Sports

Charles Barkley says he will not retire and remain with TNT Sports even if they don't have the NBA

Charles Barkley intends to remain with TNT Sports through the remainder of his contract

Charles Barkley says he will not retire and remain with TNT Sports even if they don't have the NBA
Sports

Chase Budinger was a pro basketball player and NBA journeyman. Now he’s at the Olympics playing a different sport entirely

Chase Budinger was a pro basketball player and NBA journeyman. Now he’s at the Olympics playing a different sport entirely

Chase Budinger was a pro basketball player and NBA journeyman. Now he’s at the Olympics playing a different sport entirely
Business|Europe|Sports

Adam Silver says NBA and FIBA are having ‘much more serious’ talks about growth in Europe

The NBA is ramping up talks with FIBA, basketball's global governing body, on how to best increase its competitive footprint in Europe either through an annual tournament or an NBA-operated league, according to Commissioner Adam Silver

Adam Silver says NBA and FIBA are having ‘much more serious’ talks about growth in Europe
Sports

Gordon Hayward retires after 14 NBA seasons with Utah, Boston, Charlotte and Oklahoma City

Gordon Hayward, who nearly gave Butler a national title over Duke with a half-court shot that just missed on the final play of the 2010 NCAA men’s basketball championship game, retired from the NBA after 14 seasons on Thursday

Gordon Hayward retires after 14 NBA seasons with Utah, Boston, Charlotte and Oklahoma City
Sports

Cavaliers, center Jarrett Allen agree to 3-year, $91 million contract extension, AP source says

A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen has agreed to a three-year, $91 million contract extension with Cleveland

Cavaliers, center Jarrett Allen agree to 3-year, $91 million contract extension, AP source says
Celebrity|Entertainment|News|Sports

Kevin Durant returns to US lineup, scores 21 points in first half of Olympic opener against Serbia

Kevin Durant is back

Kevin Durant returns to US lineup, scores 21 points in first half of Olympic opener against Serbia
Americas|Europe|News|Sports|World

Olympics-Basketball-Wembanyama helps France win, Antetokounmpo's Greece lose to Canada

Frenchman Victor Wembanyama's brilliant performance led the hosts to a 78-66 win over Brazil, while Giannis Antetokounmpo's Greece

Olympics-Basketball-Wembanyama helps France win, Antetokounmpo's Greece lose to Canada
Entertainment

Warner Bros. Discovery sues NBA for not accepting its matching offer

Warner Bros

Warner Bros. Discovery sues NBA for not accepting its matching offer
Business|Entertainment|News|Sports|Technology

WBD takes NBA to court in legal showdown over broadcast rights

WBD takes NBA to court in legal showdown over broadcast rights

WBD takes NBA to court in legal showdown over broadcast rights
Business|News|Sports|US

Warner Bros Discovery sues NBA over bid for broadcast rights

Warner Bros Discovery and its sports division, Turner Broadcasting System, filed a lawsuit on Friday against the National Basketball Association in New York over the

Warner Bros Discovery sues NBA over bid for broadcast rights
Business|Entertainment|Sports|Technology

Charles Barkley lashes out at NBA for choosing Amazon over TNT: ‘It just sucks’

Charles Barkley lashes out at NBA for choosing Amazon over TNT: ‘It just sucks’

Charles Barkley lashes out at NBA for choosing Amazon over TNT: ‘It just sucks’
Europe|News|US|World

Olympics-France and NBA pledge to promote sustainable development goals in sport

The French government and the U.S.

Olympics-France and NBA pledge to promote sustainable development goals in sport
News|Sports|US|World

Olympics-Basketball-U.S. put unbeaten streaks on the line with records in sight

With a star-studded lineup of NBA and WNBA greats, the United States will hope to maintain their golden grip on basketball at the Paris Olympics, but several teams

Olympics-Basketball-U.S. put unbeaten streaks on the line with records in sight
Business|Entertainment|Sports|Technology|US

Warner Bros Discovery to sue NBA over bid for broadcast rights, source says

Warner Bros Discovery will sue the National Basketball Association in New York after the league rejected its matching bid for TV broadcasting

Warner Bros Discovery to sue NBA over bid for broadcast rights, source says
Business|Finance|Sports|Stock Markets|US

Warner Bros Discovery drops after failing to renew NBA broadcasting rights

Warner Bros Discovery shares fell more than 4% in U.S. premarket trading on Thursday, after the media giant failed to renew broadcasting rights for the NBA games, fueling investor concerns

Warner Bros Discovery drops after failing to renew NBA broadcasting rights
Business|Entertainment|Sports

NBA rejects Warner Bros. Discovery’s matching offer to retain games, setting up potential legal showdown

NBA rejects Warner Bros. Discovery’s matching offer to retain games, setting up potential legal showdown

NBA rejects Warner Bros. Discovery’s matching offer to retain games, setting up potential legal showdown
Business|Finance|Sports

NBA signs broadcasting deal with Disney, Amazon, Comcast worth $77 billion

Walt Disney's ESPN, Comcast-owned NBCUniversal and Amazon.com have clinched the rights to carry National Basketball Association games in an 11-year deal valued at $77 billion, the league

NBA signs broadcasting deal with Disney, Amazon, Comcast worth $77 billion
Business|Entertainment|Sports

NBA says it has signed new 11-year media rights deal with Disney, NBC and Amazon

The NBA signed its 11-year media rights deal with Disney, NBC and Amazon Prime Video on Wednesday after saying it was not accepting Warner Bros

NBA says it has signed new 11-year media rights deal with Disney, NBC and Amazon
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Tom Thibodeau, 2-time NBA Coach of the Year, agrees to 3-year extension with Knicks, AP source says

A person with knowledge of the details says Tom Thibodeau has agreed to a three-year contract extension after leading the New York Knicks to three postseason appearances in his four seasons

Tom Thibodeau, 2-time NBA Coach of the Year, agrees to 3-year extension with Knicks, AP source says
Sports

76ers introduce Paul George, celebrate ‘patient’ Tyrese Maxey

The Philadelphia 76ers now have their Big Three, introducing forward Paul George on Tuesday as the star joins forces with guard Tyrese Maxey and center Joel Embiid.

76ers introduce Paul George, celebrate ‘patient’ Tyrese Maxey
Business|Entertainment|Sports|Technology

Comcast expects to carry 100 NBA games each season in new broadcast rights deal

Comcast said on Tuesday it expects to announce an 11-year broadcasting rights deal with the National Basketball Association to carry 100 games every regular season across its NBC network

Comcast expects to carry 100 NBA games each season in new broadcast rights deal
Arts|Food|Lifestyle|Sports

Wembanyama returns home for Olympics. The basketball star will be one of Paris' biggest attractions

Athletes have a hard time standing out in a Paris cultural sphere driven largely by food, fashion and the arts

Wembanyama returns home for Olympics. The basketball star will be one of Paris' biggest attractions
Entertainment|News|Sports|US|World

LeBron James leads Team USA to another comeback in 92-88 win against Germany

LeBron James leads Team USA to another comeback in 92-88 win against Germany

LeBron James leads Team USA to another comeback in 92-88 win against Germany
Business|Entertainment|Sports|Technology

Warner Bros. Discovery notifies NBA it will match Amazon’s $1.8 billion offer to carry league games

Warner Bros. Discovery notifies NBA it will match Amazon’s $1.8 billion offer to carry league games

Warner Bros. Discovery notifies NBA it will match Amazon’s $1.8 billion offer to carry league games
Business|Entertainment|Sports

Warner Bros. Discovery informs NBA it will match Amazon Prime Video's offer to air games

Turner Sports intends to continue its longtime relationship with the NBA

Warner Bros. Discovery informs NBA it will match Amazon Prime Video's offer to air games
Sports

Report: Mavs signing G Spencer Dinwiddie

The Dallas Mavericks are signing veteran guard Spencer Dinwiddie to a one-year contract, The Athletic reported Monday.

Report: Mavs signing G Spencer Dinwiddie
Business|Sports|Technology

Reddit strikes deals with sports leagues to attract more ad dollars

Reddit is bringing more sports content to its platform through deals with leagues, including the National Basketball Association and the National Football League, in a bid to attract more

Reddit strikes deals with sports leagues to attract more ad dollars
Business|News|Sports|US

Evan Mobley, Cavaliers agree on 5-year, $224 million rookie contract extension, AP source says

A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that the Cleveland Cavaliers and forward Evan Mobley have agreed to a five-year, $224 million contract extension

Evan Mobley, Cavaliers agree on 5-year, $224 million rookie contract extension, AP source says
News|Sports|US

James hits game winner with 8 seconds left, US avoids upset and escapes South Sudan 101-100

LeBron James saved the U.S. from a stunning loss

James hits game winner with 8 seconds left, US avoids upset and escapes South Sudan 101-100
News|Sports

Olympics-Defense the focus for high-powered US basketball team, Kerr says

With a roster that boasts the NBA's all-time leading scorer, multiple title winners and the best shooter to lace up a pair of high tops, the points are sure to come for

Olympics-Defense the focus for high-powered US basketball team, Kerr says
Sports

Report: Nets acquire F Ziaire Williams, draft pick from Grizzlies

The Brooklyn Nets acquired forward Ziaire Williams and a second-round pick in the 2030 NBA Draft from the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday.

Report: Nets acquire F Ziaire Williams, draft pick from Grizzlies
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Bronny James continues promising play with 13 points in Lakers' 93-89 win over Cavaliers

Lakers rookie Bronny James put together his second promising Summer League performance in a row Thursday night, scoring 13 points in Los Angeles’ 93-89 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers

Bronny James continues promising play with 13 points in Lakers' 93-89 win over Cavaliers
News|Sports

Clippers trade G Russell Westbrook to Jazz

The Los Angeles Clippers traded guard Russell Westbrook to the Utah Jazz on Thursday, with the veteran guard reportedly in line to join the Denver Nuggets once released.

Clippers trade G Russell Westbrook to Jazz
Sports

Clippers trade Russell Westbrook to Jazz. He's expected to join the Nuggets after a buyout

The Los Angeles Clippers have sent Russell Westbrook to the Utah Jazz in a sign-and-trade deal for point guard Kris Dunn

Clippers trade Russell Westbrook to Jazz. He's expected to join the Nuggets after a buyout
News|Sports|US|World

Team USA earns dominant win over Serbia and NBA MVP Nikola Jokić

Team USA earns dominant win over Serbia and NBA MVP Nikola Jokić

Team USA earns dominant win over Serbia and NBA MVP Nikola Jokić
News|Sports

Orlando Magic co-founder Pat Williams dies at 84

Orlando Magic co-founder Pat Williams dies at 84

Orlando Magic co-founder Pat Williams dies at 84
Business|Economy|Sports

WNBA players' union leader is concerned league being undervalued in new media rights deal

WNBA players' union head Terri Jackson is concerned the league is being undervalued with the $2.2 billion over 11 years it will receive as part of the NBA’s recently approved media rights deals

WNBA players' union leader is concerned league being undervalued in new media rights deal
Sports

Bronny James bounces back with 12 points, Lakers top Hawks 87-86 at Summer League

Bronny James got some shots to fall Wednesday night in perhaps his best performance yet out of his five games with the Los Angeles Lakers this summer

Bronny James bounces back with 12 points, Lakers top Hawks 87-86 at Summer League
Entertainment|News|Sports|US

Magic co-founder Pat Williams, who helped bring team to Orlando, dies at 84

Pat Williams, a co-founder of the Orlando Magic and someone who spent more than a half-century working within the NBA, has died from complications related to viral pneumonia

Magic co-founder Pat Williams, who helped bring team to Orlando, dies at 84
Sports

Report: Bucks' Khris Middleton has surgery on both ankles

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton is recovering from arthroscopic surgeries on both ankles this offseason, The Athletic reported Wednesday.

Report: Bucks' Khris Middleton has surgery on both ankles
Sports

Kings head coach Mike Brown signs three-year extension

Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown signed a reported three-year, $30 million contract extension Wednesday, a full month and a half after the deal was first revealed by multiple news outlets.

Kings head coach Mike Brown signs three-year extension
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USA smokes Serbia behind Steph Curry, dominant defense

Team USA ran away from Serbia for a 105-79 exhibition game victory on Wednesday in Abu Dhabi to improve to 3-0 on the team's pre-Olympics tour.

USA smokes Serbia behind Steph Curry, dominant defense
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In-game flopping penalty now permanently in NBA rules

The NBA is officially cracking down on flopping, as the league's board of governors permanently implemented a penalty for the action into the playing rules on Tuesday.

In-game flopping penalty now permanently in NBA rules
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NBA moves a big step closer to finalizing new 11-year media rights deals

The NBA’s Board of Governors approved the league’s next media rights deals with Disney, NBC and Amazon Prime Video at its meeting Tuesday, moving the league one giant step closer to finalizing the 11-year agreements that will be worth about $76 billion

NBA moves a big step closer to finalizing new 11-year media rights deals
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Mavericks star Kyrie Irving breaks left hand in offseason workout, has surgery

Kyrie Irving has a broken left hand that required surgery after getting injured in an offseason workout

Mavericks star Kyrie Irving breaks left hand in offseason workout, has surgery
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Jontay Porter, banned from NBA, is denied permission to resume career in Greece

A federal judge has denied a request by former NBA player Jontay Porter to be allowed to resume his basketball career in Greece while he is awaiting sentencing for his role in a betting scandal that got him banned from the league

Jontay Porter, banned from NBA, is denied permission to resume career in Greece
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Patrick Beverley departing NBA to play in Israel

Patrick Beverley announced on his podcast Tuesday that he is leaving the NBA to play next season in Israel.

Patrick Beverley departing NBA to play in Israel
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Joe ‘Jellybean’ Bryant, father of Kobe Bryant, has died at 69

Joe ‘Jellybean’ Bryant, father of Kobe Bryant, has died at 69

Joe ‘Jellybean’ Bryant, father of Kobe Bryant, has died at 69
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Ex-NBA player Joe 'Jellybean' Bryant, father of Kobe, dies at 69

Former NBA player and WNBA head coach Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, father of the late Kobe Bryant, has died at 69, multiple outlets confirmed Tuesday.

Ex-NBA player Joe 'Jellybean' Bryant, father of Kobe, dies at 69
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Joe 'Jellybean' Bryant, the father of Kobe Bryant, dies at 69

Joe “Jellybean” Bryant, the father of the late Basketball Hall of Famer Kobe Bryant, has died, according to his alma mater, La Salle University

Joe 'Jellybean' Bryant, the father of Kobe Bryant, dies at 69
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Reports: Knicks sign G Cameron Payne to 1-year deal

The New York Knicks and free agent guard Cameron Payne agreed to a one-year deal, The Athletic and Bleacher Report reported Monday. The deal will be worth $3.1 million, according to The Athletic.

Reports: Knicks sign G Cameron Payne to 1-year deal
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Nuggets first-round pick DaRon Holmes II has Achilles surgery

Denver Nuggets first-round draft pick DaRon Holmes II had surgery Monday to repair a torn right Achilles tendon, likely ending his season.

Nuggets first-round pick DaRon Holmes II has Achilles surgery
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Hawks rookie Nikola Durisic breaks foot in Summer League

Atlanta Hawks rookie Nikola Durisic sustained a fractured left foot in Sunday's Summer League game against San Antonio in Las Vegas.

Hawks rookie Nikola Durisic breaks foot in Summer League
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Late NBA player and South Philadelphia native, Rasual Butler, honored with court-length mural at Chew Playground

Late NBA player and South Philadelphia native, Rasual Butler, honored with court-length mural at Chew Playground

Late NBA player and South Philadelphia native, Rasual Butler, honored with court-length mural at Chew Playground
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Reports: Nuggets' DaRon Holmes tears Achilles, likely to miss season

Denver Nuggets forward DaRon Holmes, the No. 22 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, tore his right Achilles and is likely to miss his entire rookie season, multiple outlets reported Saturday.

Reports: Nuggets' DaRon Holmes tears Achilles, likely to miss season
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Reports: Denver Nuggets 1st-round pick DaRon Holmes II tears Achilles in NBA Summer League opener

Denver first-round pick DaRon Holmes II is expected to miss the season after tearing his right Achilles on Friday night in the Nuggets’ NBA Summer League opener, The Athletic and multiple other media outlets reported

Reports: Denver Nuggets 1st-round pick DaRon Holmes II tears Achilles in NBA Summer League opener
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Knicks sign Jalen Brunson to extension worth reported $156.5M

All-NBA guard Jalen Brunson signed a four-year contract extension worth $156.5 million with the New York Knicks on Friday.

Knicks sign Jalen Brunson to extension worth reported $156.5M
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Report: Jazz, Johnny Juzang agree to 4-year, $12M deal

Restricted free agent Johnny Juzang has agreed to a four-year deal to return to the Utah Jazz, ESPN reported Friday.

Report: Jazz, Johnny Juzang agree to 4-year, $12M deal
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Jalen Brunson agrees to a four-year, $156.5 million extension with Knicks, AP source says

Jalen Brunson quickly agreed to extend his stay with a New York Knicks team that has been on the rise since his arrival

Jalen Brunson agrees to a four-year, $156.5 million extension with Knicks, AP source says
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Veteran guard Kyle Lowry says he's re-signing with his hometown Philadelphia 76ers

Kyle Lowry says he is re-signing with his hometown Philadelphia 76ers

Veteran guard Kyle Lowry says he's re-signing with his hometown Philadelphia 76ers
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Schedule revealed for newly renamed Emirates NBA Cup

The NBA is preparing for the second year of its in-season tournament, now branded as the Emirates NBA Cup.

Schedule revealed for newly renamed Emirates NBA Cup
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Former NBA player Jontay Porter pleads guilty to wire fraud conspiracy in connection to gambling case, prosecutors say

Former NBA player Jontay Porter pleads guilty to wire fraud conspiracy in connection to gambling case, prosecutors say

Former NBA player Jontay Porter pleads guilty to wire fraud conspiracy in connection to gambling case, prosecutors say
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Here's what you need to know about the NBA's upcoming 11-year, $76 billion media rights contracts

The NBA might not be happy with the NFL making Christmas Day a regular part of its schedule

Here's what you need to know about the NBA's upcoming 11-year, $76 billion media rights contracts
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For USA Basketball, the long road to Paris gets off to a good start

Stephen Curry drove to the basket, laid the ball in, got fouled and ended up on the floor after drawing the contact

For USA Basketball, the long road to Paris gets off to a good start
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NBA agrees to terms on a new 11-year, $76 billion media rights deal, AP source says

The NBA has agreed to terms on its new media deal, an 11-year agreement worth $76 billion that assures player salaries will continue rising for the foreseeable future and one that will surely change how some viewers access the game for years to come

NBA agrees to terms on a new 11-year, $76 billion media rights deal, AP source says
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Banned NBA player Jontay Porter pleads guilty in gambling case

Former Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter pleaded guilty on Wednesday to a criminal conspiracy charge over his role in a sports gambling scandal that earned him a

Banned NBA player Jontay Porter pleads guilty in gambling case
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NBA finalizes $76 billion broadcasting deal with Disney, Amazon, Comcast, the Athletic reports

The National Basketball Association has finalized a $76 billion deal that will make Comcast's NBCUniversal and Amazon.com's Amazon Prime Video new partners, and it will maintain Disney's

NBA finalizes $76 billion broadcasting deal with Disney, Amazon, Comcast, the Athletic reports
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Clippers officially re-sign star G James Harden

The Los Angeles Clippers re-signed 10-time All-Star James Harden on Wednesday along with three other players.

Clippers officially re-sign star G James Harden
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Report: Anthony Edwards signs multiyear extension with Adidas

Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Anthony Edwards has signed a multiyear extension with sneaker brand Adidas that is worth around $50 million, The Athletic reported Wednesday.

Report: Anthony Edwards signs multiyear extension with Adidas
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Olympics-Leonard will not play for US men's basketball team in Paris

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard will not be part of the U.S. men's basketball team at the Paris Olympics and will focus on preparing for the 2024-25 NBA season, USA Basketball

Olympics-Leonard will not play for US men's basketball team in Paris
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Kawhi Leonard no longer on USA men’s basketball Olympic team

Kawhi Leonard no longer on USA men’s basketball Olympic team

Kawhi Leonard no longer on USA men’s basketball Olympic team
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Booted out of NBA, former player Jontay Porter due in court in betting case

Former NBA player Jontay Porter is due in court to face a federal criminal case

Booted out of NBA, former player Jontay Porter due in court in betting case
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Celtics owner eyeing industry record sale price

Wyc Grousbeck announced that he will put the Boston Celtics up for sale shortly after the team won its record 18th NBA title. Now, there's another record the Celtics could set.

Celtics owner eyeing industry record sale price
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Klay Thompson believes he could be the missing piece for the Mavs after leaving the Warriors

Klay Thompson believes he could be the missing piece for the Dallas Mavericks after leaving his longtime NBA home in Golden State

Klay Thompson believes he could be the missing piece for the Mavs after leaving the Warriors
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Agents: Pistons G Cade Cunningham lands max extension

Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham agreed to a five-year, $224 million maximum rookie extension, his agents confirmed to ESPN on Tuesday.

Agents: Pistons G Cade Cunningham lands max extension
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Paul George: Clippers' initial offer was 'disrespectful'

Paul George said he received a "disrespectful" first offer during his season-long negotiations with the Los Angeles Clippers before eventually signing a four-year, $212 million with the Philadelphia

Paul George: Clippers' initial offer was 'disrespectful'
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Olympics-Embiid will 'embrace' boos from French crowd when he suits up for Team USA

Team USA's Joel Embiid, who holds French and American citizenship, said his bruising NBA playoff battles on the road have prepared him for any jeers the French crowd at the Paris Olympics

Olympics-Embiid will 'embrace' boos from French crowd when he suits up for Team USA
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Looking a lot like dad, Bronny James prepares for NBA Summer League debut

Bronny James looked so much like his famous father LeBron James just during warmups it had fans and others at Chase Center doing double-takes

Looking a lot like dad, Bronny James prepares for NBA Summer League debut
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Giannis Antetokounmpo, Greece beat Luka Doncic, Slovenia to advance to Olympic qualifying final

Thomas Walkup had 19 points, Giannis Antetokounmpo added 13 points in 21 minutes and Greece moved one victory from the Paris Games, eliminating Luka Doncic and Slovenia 96-68 from the semifinals of the Olympic qualifying tournament

Giannis Antetokounmpo, Greece beat Luka Doncic, Slovenia to advance to Olympic qualifying final
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76ers add free-agent postseason star Caleb Martin from Miami, AP source says

The Philadelphia 76ers continued to build around their star trio of Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Paul George with the addition of free-agent forward Caleb Martin

76ers add free-agent postseason star Caleb Martin from Miami, AP source says
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Report: Magic lock up Franz Wagner on max rookie extension

The Orlando Magic and forward Franz Wagner agreed to a maximum rookie contract extension of five years and $224 million, ESPN reported Friday.

Report: Magic lock up Franz Wagner on max rookie extension
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Franz Wagner, Magic agree to 5-year extension, largest contract in club history, AP source says

A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that forward Franz Wagner has agreed to the largest contract in Orlando Magic history, a five-year extension that will be worth at least $224 million

Franz Wagner, Magic agree to 5-year extension, largest contract in club history, AP source says
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Pacers, former Cornhusker Keisei Tominaga agree to Exhibit 10 deal

Former Nebraska sharpshooter Keisei Tominaga will get an opportunity to show whether he's worth a turn in the NBA, as he agreed to an Exhibit 10 deal with the Indiana Pacers, ESPN reported on Friday.

Pacers, former Cornhusker Keisei Tominaga agree to Exhibit 10 deal
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USA Basketball men's Olympic team arrives for camp in Las Vegas

After months of planning, it’s time for the U.S. Olympic team — one that will go to the Paris Games later this month seeking a fifth consecutive gold medal — to take the floor

USA Basketball men's Olympic team arrives for camp in Las Vegas
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It's Luka vs Giannis, with a spot in the Paris Olympics on the line

Luka Doncic and Giannis Antetokounmpo have faced off nine times in their NBA careers, and those games have never disappointed

It's Luka vs Giannis, with a spot in the Paris Olympics on the line
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Reports: G Buddy Hield joining Warriors in sign-and-trade deal

The Golden State Warriors are acquiring guard Buddy Hield in a sign-and-trade deal with the Philadelphia 76ers, multiple media outlets reported Thursday.

Reports: G Buddy Hield joining Warriors in sign-and-trade deal
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Buddy Hield is traded to the Warriors from the 76ers, AP source says, as busy offseason continues

Buddy Hield played in 632 regular-season games and established himself as one of the top 3-point shooters in the NBA before he finally played a postseason game

Buddy Hield is traded to the Warriors from the 76ers, AP source says, as busy offseason continues
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Banned NBA player Jontay Porter to face federal charges in connection with gambling case, court documents say

Banned NBA player Jontay Porter to face federal charges in connection with gambling case, court documents say

Banned NBA player Jontay Porter to face federal charges in connection with gambling case, court documents say
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NBA-Banned former Raptor to plead guilty in gambling case, court records show

Former Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter is set to plead guilty in a case related to the sports gambling scandal that earned him a lifetime ban from the NBA, according to

NBA-Banned former Raptor to plead guilty in gambling case, court records show
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Kemba Walker named to Hornets coaching staff

Kemba Walker was named to the Charlotte Hornets coaching staff on Wednesday, one day after announcing his retirement from the NBA.

Kemba Walker named to Hornets coaching staff
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Now-banned NBA player Jontay Porter will be charged in betting case, court papers indicate

Court papers indicate that former Toronto Raptors player Jontay Porter will be charged with a federal felony connected to the sports betting scandal that spurred the NBA to ban him for life

Now-banned NBA player Jontay Porter will be charged in betting case, court papers indicate
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Report: Lakers hiring assistants Scott Brooks, Nate McMillan

The Los Angeles Lakers are adding a ton of experience to first-time head coach JJ Redick's staff.

Report: Lakers hiring assistants Scott Brooks, Nate McMillan
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LeBron James reportedly agrees to two-year, $104 million contract with the Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James reportedly agrees to two-year, $104 million contract with the Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James reportedly agrees to two-year, $104 million contract with the Los Angeles Lakers
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NBA-James signs two-year deal to stick with Lakers - reports

LeBron James, the NBA's all-time leading scorer, has agreed to sign a two-year, $104-million maximum contract to return to the Los Angeles Lakers, according to multiple reports on

NBA-James signs two-year deal to stick with Lakers - reports
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Reports: LeBron James to sign $104M deal with Lakers

LeBron James agreed to a two-year, $104 million contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, ESPN and The Athletic reported Wednesday.

Reports: LeBron James to sign $104M deal with Lakers
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LeBron James agrees to a 2-year extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, AP source says

LeBron James is making it official: He’s coming back for a record-tying 22nd season in the NBA, one where the league’s all-time scoring leader could share the floor with his son Bronny as teammates with the Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James agrees to a 2-year extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, AP source says
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From sticks to Steph Curry: How Pat Spencer swapped lacrosse for the NBA

From sticks to Steph Curry: How Pat Spencer swapped lacrosse for the NBA

From sticks to Steph Curry: How Pat Spencer swapped lacrosse for the NBA
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Bronny James says he feels ‘an amplified amount of pressure’ playing alongside his father in the NBA

Bronny James says he feels ‘an amplified amount of pressure’ playing alongside his father in the NBA

Bronny James says he feels ‘an amplified amount of pressure’ playing alongside his father in the NBA
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Report: Former Pistons GM Troy Weaver joining Wizards

Former Detroit Pistons general manager Troy Weaver is set to join the front office of the Washington Wizards as a senior adviser, ESPN reported Monday.

Report: Former Pistons GM Troy Weaver joining Wizards
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Reports: Cavaliers hiring Kenny Atkinson as new coach

The Cleveland Cavaliers are set to name Golden State Warriors assistant Kenny Atkinson their new head coach, multiple outlets reported Monday. Atkinson, 57, will replace J.B.

Reports: Cavaliers hiring Kenny Atkinson as new coach
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Report: Raptors to sign Scottie Barnes to $270M extension

Toronto Raptors All-Star forward Scottie Barnes intends to sign a five-year rookie max extension that will pay him up to $270 million, a deal that would make him the highest-paid player in franchise

Report: Raptors to sign Scottie Barnes to $270M extension
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Reports: Warriors guarantee Kevon Looney's $8M contract

The Golden State Warriors fully guaranteed center Kevon Looney's $8 million contract for next season, multiple outlets reported Monday.

Reports: Warriors guarantee Kevon Looney's $8M contract
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Report: Warriors acquire Wolves F Kyle Anderson in sign-and-trade

The Golden State Warriors will acquire forward Kyle Anderson from the Minnesota Timberwolves in a sign-and-trade agreement, ESPN reported Tuesday.

Report: Warriors acquire Wolves F Kyle Anderson in sign-and-trade
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Stephen Curry says farewell to Klay Thompson: ‘Splash Bros 4 life’

Stephen Curry shared a public goodbye to "Splash Brothers" partner Klay Thompson, who is headed from the Golden State Warriors to the Dallas Mavericks in a reported sign-and-trade.

Stephen Curry says farewell to Klay Thompson: ‘Splash Bros 4 life’
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Celtics celebrate, confident championship window is wide open

BOSTON -- With a Game 5 win on Monday night the Celtics sealed the NBA title, but Boston had actually been waiting for this moment for over a decade.

Celtics celebrate, confident championship window is wide open
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis to have surgery on ailing leg

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis told ESPN that he will undergo surgery on his left leg and expects a recovery process of a "few months."

Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis to have surgery on ailing leg
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Jayson Tatum, Celtics put away Mavs for record 18th title

BOSTON -- One of the first people to congratulate Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum on winning the NBA championship was his 6-year-old son. "He told me that I was the best in the world," Tatum said.

Jayson Tatum, Celtics put away Mavs for record 18th title
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NBA-Bronny James says he can deal with pressure of playing with dad LeBron

Bronny James knows there are people who believe he was only drafted to the Los Angeles Lakers because of his father, all-time great LeBron James, but said on

NBA-Bronny James says he can deal with pressure of playing with dad LeBron
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Bronny James says he can handle 'amplified' pressure of playing for Lakers with his famous father

Bronny James says the opportunity to play professionally alongside his famous father played no role in his decision to enter the NBA draft

Bronny James says he can handle 'amplified' pressure of playing for Lakers with his famous father
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4-time NBA All-Star Kemba Walker retires

Four-time NBA All-Star point guard Kemba Walker announced his retirement on Tuesday, thanking basketball for the "amazing journey."

4-time NBA All-Star Kemba Walker retires
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Bucks banking on long-term potential of their two 19-year-old draft picks

The Milwaukee Bucks appear to be in the latter stages of a championship window and can’t spend much in free agency due to salary-cap concerns

Bucks banking on long-term potential of their two 19-year-old draft picks
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Lakers' JJ Redick introduces Bronny James: 'We did not give Bronny anything'

With LeBron James expected back for his 22nd season, the Los Angeles Lakers are breaking NBA norms by guaranteeing the rookie contract for second-round draft pick Bronny James.

Lakers' JJ Redick introduces Bronny James: 'We did not give Bronny anything'
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Reports: Cavs keep Donovan Mitchell with 3-year, $150.3M deal

Donovan Mitchell plans to sign a three-year, $150.3 maximum-level contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers, according to multiple reports Tuesday.

Reports: Cavs keep Donovan Mitchell with 3-year, $150.3M deal
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Donovan Mitchell agrees to a 3-year, $150.3M contract extension with the Cavaliers, AP source says

A person familiar with the decision says All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell has agreed to a three-year, $150.3 million contract extension with the Cleveland Cavaliers

Donovan Mitchell agrees to a 3-year, $150.3M contract extension with the Cavaliers, AP source says
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Klay Thompson reportedly agrees to deal with the Dallas Mavericks, marking an end to Golden State Warriors dynasty

Klay Thompson reportedly agrees to deal with the Dallas Mavericks, marking an end to Golden State Warriors dynasty

Klay Thompson reportedly agrees to deal with the Dallas Mavericks, marking an end to Golden State Warriors dynasty
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Boston Celtics reportedly sign Jayson Tatum to largest contract in league history

Boston Celtics reportedly sign Jayson Tatum to largest contract in league history

Boston Celtics reportedly sign Jayson Tatum to largest contract in league history
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NBA free agency roundup: Klay Thompson to Mavs, Paul George to 76ers

Four-time NBA champion Klay Thompson agreed to a sign-and-trade deal to join the Dallas Mavericks, several reports said Monday, closing the historic championship chapter of his career with the Golden

NBA free agency roundup: Klay Thompson to Mavs, Paul George to 76ers
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Celtics star Jayson Tatum agrees to 5-year, $314 million supermax extension, AP source says

Jayson Tatum has agreed to a five-year, $314 million contract extension to remain with the Boston Celtics, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press

Celtics star Jayson Tatum agrees to 5-year, $314 million supermax extension, AP source says
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Reports: Celtics giving Jayson Tatum record-breaking $314M deal

The Boston Celtics and All-NBA forward Jayson Tatum are finalizing a five-year supermax extension worth $314 million, which would be the largest deal in NBA history, The Athletic and ESPN reported

Reports: Celtics giving Jayson Tatum record-breaking $314M deal
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Reports: Klay Thompson to Mavs, ending run with Warriors

Four-time NBA champion Klay Thompson reportedly agreed to a sign-and-trade deal to join the Dallas Mavericks, closing the historic championship chapter of his career with the Golden State Warriors.

Reports: Klay Thompson to Mavs, ending run with Warriors
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NBA-Boston Celtics owners put championship winning team up for sale

Boston Celtics' ownership group Boston Basketball Partners, led by Wyc Grousbeck, said on Monday they intend to sell all the shares of the team who won the NBA championship last month.

NBA-Boston Celtics owners put championship winning team up for sale
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Klay Thompson is leaving the Warriors and will join the Mavericks, AP sources say

Klay Thompson is moving on from the Golden State Warriors, with the four-time league champion agreeing to join the Western Conference champion Dallas Mavericks and change franchises for the first time in his 13-year NBA career, according to two people with knowledge of the decision

Klay Thompson is leaving the Warriors and will join the Mavericks, AP sources say
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Report: Celtics available for purchase after title

Investors with deep pockets willing to purchase a champion can line up for bidding on the Boston Celtics.

Report: Celtics available for purchase after title
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Ownership group of NBA champion Boston Celtics is putting team up for sale

The ownership group that controls the NBA champion Boston Celtics says it intends to sell all its shares of the team

Ownership group of NBA champion Boston Celtics is putting team up for sale
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Report: Celtics G Derrick White lands $126M extension

The NBA champion Boston Celtics are signing guard Derrick White to a four-year extension worth $125.9 million, ESPN reported Monday. The deal includes a player option, per the report.

Report: Celtics G Derrick White lands $126M extension
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Report: Drew Eubanks agrees to 2-year deal with Jazz

The Utah Jazz and free agent big man Drew Eubanks are in agreement on a two-year deal worth $10 million, ESPN reported Monday.

Report: Drew Eubanks agrees to 2-year deal with Jazz
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Report: 76ers G Tyrese Maxey lands $204M extension

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey agreed to a five-year, $204 million maximum contract extension, ESPN reported Monday.

Report: 76ers G Tyrese Maxey lands $204M extension
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Report: Paul George signing 4-year, $212M deal with 76ers

Star forward Paul George and the Philadelphia 76ers agreed on a four-year, $212 million maximum contract, ESPN reported early Monday morning.

Report: Paul George signing 4-year, $212M deal with 76ers
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All-Star Paul George set to join 76ers on a $212 million free-agent deal, AP source says

Paul George and the Philadelphia 76ers have agreed to a four-year, $212 million free-agent deal, according to a person with knowledge of the deal

All-Star Paul George set to join 76ers on a $212 million free-agent deal, AP source says
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Report: Jeff Van Gundy to join Clippers coaching staff

Jeff Van Gundy has agreed to terms to become the lead assistant on the Los Angeles Clippers' coaching staff, ESPN reported on Tuesday morning.

Report: Jeff Van Gundy to join Clippers coaching staff
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NBA moves roundup: Kings reportedly in talks to acquire Brandon Ingram

The Sacramento Kings are reportedly in talks with the New Orleans Pelicans toward acquiring high-scoring forward Brandon Ingram.

NBA moves roundup: Kings reportedly in talks to acquire Brandon Ingram
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Olympics-Edey withdraws from consideration for Canada's basketball team

Zach Edey, four days removed from being selected in the first round of the NBA Draft by the Memphis Grizzlies, on Sunday withdrew himself from consideration for the Canadian men's

Olympics-Edey withdraws from consideration for Canada's basketball team
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George heading to 76ers, Caldwell-Pope to Magic, CP3 to Spurs, AP sources say

Paul George agreed early Monday to leave the Los Angeles Clippers and sign a $212 million, four-year deal with the Philadelphia 76ers and team up with Joel Embiid

George heading to 76ers, Caldwell-Pope to Magic, CP3 to Spurs, AP sources say
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NBA sets salary cap at $140.588 million for 2024-25 season

The NBA announced Sunday that the salary cap is set at $140.588 million for the 2024-25 season. The league said the Tax Level will be $170.814 million. Both figures go into effect at 12:01 a.m.

NBA sets salary cap at $140.588 million for 2024-25 season
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Pistons and coach J.B. Bickerstaff agree on 4-year contract with team option for 5th, AP source says

The Detroit Pistons have agreed to a four-year contract with coach J

Pistons and coach J.B. Bickerstaff agree on 4-year contract with team option for 5th, AP source says
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NBA-James opts out of contract, eyes new Lakers deal - report

Four-times NBA champion LeBron James has opted out of the final year of his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers but is working on a new deal with the team, according to an ESPN report on

NBA-James opts out of contract, eyes new Lakers deal - report
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Canadian Olympic basketball GM: Warriors blocking Wiggins from playing in Paris

Canadian Olympic basketball team general manager Rowan Barrett said Friday that Golden State is blocking Andrew Wiggins from competing in Paris, while the Warriors countered it was a mutual decision between the team and Wiggins

Canadian Olympic basketball GM: Warriors blocking Wiggins from playing in Paris
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Hawks finalizing talks to trade high-scoring guard Dejounte Murray to Pelicans, AP sources say

The Atlanta Hawks are finalizing talks to trade high-scoring Dejounte Murray to the New Orleans Pelicans for a package expected to include two first-round draft picks, according to people with knowledge of the discussions

Hawks finalizing talks to trade high-scoring guard Dejounte Murray to Pelicans, AP sources say
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NBA-U.S. judge sends Knicks-Raptors dispute to NBA commissioner

The New York Knicks' lawsuit that accused rivals the Toronto Raptors of hiring a "mole" who gave the Raptors scouting reports and other confidential material should be

NBA-U.S. judge sends Knicks-Raptors dispute to NBA commissioner
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2024 NBA Free Agency Primer

When the green flag drops on NBA free agency on Sunday, the queue of general managers ready to spend will depend on which players actually reach the open market.

2024 NBA Free Agency Primer
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Cavs announce Kenny Atkinson as new head coach

The Cleveland Cavaliers formally named Kenny Atkinson as their new head coach on Friday, awarding a five-year deal to the former Golden State Warriors assistant. Atkinson, 57, will replace J.B.

Cavs announce Kenny Atkinson as new head coach
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Reports: Warriors, Chris Paul to push back $30M deadline

Friday's deadline to guarantee Chris Paul's $30 million contract for next season with the Golden State Warriors will come and go, multiple outlets reported, with both sides in agreement to push the

Reports: Warriors, Chris Paul to push back $30M deadline
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Hawks' Zaccharie Risacher focusing on 'good stuff' instead of pressure as NBA's No. 1 overall pick

Zaccharie Risacher says he’s not worried about the expectations that accompany being the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA draft

Hawks' Zaccharie Risacher focusing on 'good stuff' instead of pressure as NBA's No. 1 overall pick
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Flagg and Pritchard among those selected for USA Basketball select team to help with Olympic prep

Cooper Flagg’s summer will include some time playing against the U.S. Olympic team

Flagg and Pritchard among those selected for USA Basketball select team to help with Olympic prep
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Report: Raptors G Immanuel Quickley signing $175M deal

The Toronto Raptors are re-signing guard Immanuel Quickley to a five-year, $175 million contract, ESPN reported on Friday. Quickley, 25, joined the Raptors with R.J.

Report: Raptors G Immanuel Quickley signing $175M deal
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Report: Mavs trading Tim Hardaway Jr. to Pistons

The Dallas Mavericks are trading Tim Hardaway Jr. and three second-round draft picks to the Detroit Pistons for fellow guard Quentin Grimes, ESPN reported Friday.

Report: Mavs trading Tim Hardaway Jr. to Pistons
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Jerry West, all-time great and inspiration for NBA logo, dies aged 86

Jerry West, widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players of all-time whose silhouette was the inspiration for the National Basketball Association's logo, has

Jerry West, all-time great and inspiration for NBA logo, dies aged 86
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The Lakers have hired Redick and drafted Bronny. They clearly hope to lock down LeBron for good next

Three days after LeBron James’ podcast partner became the Los Angeles Lakers’ head coach, the team drafted James’ oldest son, Bronny

The Lakers have hired Redick and drafted Bronny. They clearly hope to lock down LeBron for good next
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Duke's Flagg, Rutgers' freshman duo headline list of potential 2025 NBA lottery prospects

There have been two straight NBA drafts with an international prospect going first overall

Duke's Flagg, Rutgers' freshman duo headline list of potential 2025 NBA lottery prospects
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NBA-Bronny and LeBron James team up in historic first for NBA

Bronny James was selected by the Los Angeles Lakers in the second round of the NBA draft on Thursday, bringing his father LeBron one step closer to fulfilling

NBA-Bronny and LeBron James team up in historic first for NBA
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NBA draft finally worth the longer wait for some players after moving to a two-day format

The NBA draft was completed on a second day in a second borough of New York, with the Toronto Raptors taking Jonathan Mogbo of San Francisco with the No. 31 pick

NBA draft finally worth the longer wait for some players after moving to a two-day format
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Victor Wembanyama, France excited to face Team USA in Olympics

NBA Rookie of the Year Victor Wembanyama expects France to be ready for Team USA should the squads meet again at the Paris Olympics.

Victor Wembanyama, France excited to face Team USA in Olympics
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Reports: Raptors acquire Davion Mitchell from Kings

The Toronto Raptors acquired guard Davion Mitchell and forward Sasha Vezenkov from the Sacramento Kings in exchange for forward Jalen McDaniels on Thursday, ESPN and The Athletic reported.

Reports: Raptors acquire Davion Mitchell from Kings
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Hawks trade AJ Griffin to Rockets for 2nd round pick in 3-team deal including Heat

The Atlanta Hawks moved back into the NBA draft by trading forward AJ Griffin to the Houston Rockets for the No. 44 pick

Hawks trade AJ Griffin to Rockets for 2nd round pick in 3-team deal including Heat
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Alexandre Sarr opens as NBA ROY favorite over Zaccharie Risacher

Alexandre Sarr might have lost out on being the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft, but oddsmakers expect him to make a more immediate impact on the league than countryman Zaccharie Risacher.

Alexandre Sarr opens as NBA ROY favorite over Zaccharie Risacher
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Victor Wembanyama 'can't wait' for a France-USA showdown at the Paris Olympics

Victor Wembanyama plays against the top names in the game with the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA

Victor Wembanyama 'can't wait' for a France-USA showdown at the Paris Olympics
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Kawhi Leonard, Joel Embiid healthy for Team USA training camp

Head coach Steve Kerr expects to have all hands on deck when Team USA begins training camp in Las Vegas, ramping up to the Olympics in Paris.

Kawhi Leonard, Joel Embiid healthy for Team USA training camp
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Celtics C Kristaps Porzingis out 5-6 months after surgery

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis is expected to miss five to six months after undergoing surgery on his lower right leg, the team announced Thursday.

Celtics C Kristaps Porzingis out 5-6 months after surgery
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Celtics 7-footer Kristaps Porzingis could be sidelined until December following ankle surgery

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis will miss 5-6 months after left ankle surgery

Celtics 7-footer Kristaps Porzingis could be sidelined until December following ankle surgery
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Bronny James, anxious dad await NBA fate

Bronny James is ready to make a name for himself in the NBA.

Bronny James, anxious dad await NBA fate
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Filipowski, Kolek, Furphy headline list of best available players entering the NBA draft's 2nd round

Duke's Kyle Filipowski and Marquette's Tyler Kolek are among the top prospects still available entering the second round of the NBA draft

Filipowski, Kolek, Furphy headline list of best available players entering the NBA draft's 2nd round