With the Nuggets looking like contenders once again, Jamal Murray is shaping up to be the biggest X-factor in the Western Conference come playoff time.
Kyle Irving
Hubie Brown is on the broadcast for the Lakers-Mavericks Christmas Day game.
The Ontario Clippers took home the 2022 G League Winter Showcase championship. Who were some of the top performers?
The Warriors were dominated by the Nets from the opening tip in Brooklyn and head coach Steve Kerr was candid when addressing his team's struggles postgame.
The Bulls have been one of the most underwhelming teams in the NBA this season and even if they decide to blow it up, they may not have their 2023 first-round pick. Here's why.
Deandre Ayton and head coach Monty Williams were seen getting into it on the sidelines during Tuesday's game against the Wizards.
Which teams should join the sweepstakes for the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft?
The talent pool is growing rapidly in the NBA but there are still only 24 roster spots on the All-Star team. Which young players on the rise could make their first All-Star appearance this season?
In order to vote for NBA All-Stars this season, fans must create an NBA ID account on the NBA.com website.
The entire world was tuned in to the World Cup Final between Argentina and France on Sunday, including NBA stars like LeBron James, Trae Young, Manu Ginobili and more.
On Saturday, the Spurs and Heat will face off in Mexico City.
The Celtics lead by 20 in the third quarter, trailed by 12 late in the fourth quarter, needed a game-tying shot from Jayson Tatum to force overtime, then won in the extra period to defeat the Lakers.
Suns superstar Devin Booker is dealing with a left hamstring injury. Here is the latest on his potential return.
CBS News reported on Thursday that Brittney Griner has been freed from Russia in a prisoner swap with arms dealer Viktor Bout.
Devin Booker is making his late mentor Kobe Bryant proud, playing the best basketball of his career as he enters the MVP conversation.
Donovan Mitchell erupted for 43 points to hand LeBron James his second-ever loss in Cleveland as a visitor.
The 76ers are expected to have some help on the way as James Harden is nearing his return from a foot injury.
Zion Williamson is starting to look healthy, and that's a scary sight for the rest of the Western Conference.
The Sporting News has you covered with the latest updates on Ben Simmons' calf injury.
The Sporting News had seven members of its NBA Global staff rank their top-five MVP candidates. Here are the results.
Anthony Davis has played his best basketball of the season with his superstar running mate, LeBron James, on the sidelines. Should he remain the Lakers' go-to guy even when James returns from injury?
The Kings have a new winning tradition that has sparked their longest win streak since 2004.
After coming up two wins shy of the championship last season, Jayson Tatum has elevated his game to an MVP level as the Celtics look to return to the NBA Finals stage.
Ben Simmons is set to make his highly anticipated return to Philadelphia on Tuesday night.
ESPN's lead NBA Draft analyst, Jonathan Givony, had an incredibly accurate scouting report on Ben Simmons after his freshman year of college.
Kyrie Irving has been suspended since Nov. 3 after supporting a movie with antisemitic views.
Hawks rookie AJ Griffin earned the ultimate bragging rights over his father, Raptors assistant coach Adrian Griffin, after hitting a buzzer-beating alley-oop to win the game in overtime.
Giannis Antetokounmpo and Joel Embiid have quietly had some of the best one-on-one battles in the NBA in recent years.
The Champions Classic kicks off the first marquee matchups of college basketball season. Get to know the top prospects to watch this year.
The Indiana Fever have won the WNBA Draft Lottery for the first time in franchise history.
Through the first 10-plus games of the 2022 rookie class, Paolo Banchero and Bennedict Mathurin look head and shoulders above their competition.
The 2018 NBA Draft class is just getting settled in the league, but this group runs deeper than you might think.
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The Nets announced on Wednesday that they have hired Jacque Vaughn as their next head coach.
All 30 NBA teams will play on Monday, Nov. 7. Here's why.
The Nets announced on Thursday that they will suspend Kyrie Irving for at least five games without pay.
Aussie Mojave King spoke to The Sporting News ahead of his first season with the G League Ignite, talking about how his experience at the NBA Global Academy in Canberra and the NBL Next Stars program has helped prepare him for the next step in his career.
Matt Ryan played unsung hero as the role player's game-tying 3-pointer leads the Lakers to an overtime win over the Pelicans.
Scoot Henderson and the G League Ignite are set to tip off their season on Friday, Nov. 4.
Nets general manager Sean Marks addressed the media after the team and head coach Steve Nash mutually agreed to part ways.
Suns center Deandre Ayton suffered an ankle injury in Friday's game against the Pelicans. How long will the No. 1 pick in the 2018 NBA Draft be sidelined?
These players can help out your fantasy basketball team early in the season.
Victor Wembanyama's Metropolitans 92 games will be streamed live on the NBA app.
Jordan Poole and Tyler Herro both received massive contract extensions this offseason. Which young star has a brighter future?
The 2023 NBA Draft class is headlined by two elite talents in Metropolitans 92's Victor Wembanyama and G League Ignite's Scoot Henderson.
Anthony Davis has been vocal about not wanting to play center, but it may be the Lakers' best chance to overcome their shooting woes.
Who was the No. 1 pick in the 2022 NBA G League Draft?
Damion Lee played an unlikely hero role as the Suns completed a 22-point comeback over the Mavericks.
Jimmy Butler caught the NBA world by surprise when he posted a video of an offseason workout with dreadlocks.
The Warriors selected James Wiseman with the No. 2 pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. He is set to return on 2022-23 Opening Night after missing the entire 2021-22 season with a meniscus tear.
The Celtics will run things back in 2022-23 with a similar roster we saw make a push to the NBA Finals last season, but some key offseason additions will shake up the lineups a bit.
When Udonis Haslem announced his return to the Heat for his 20th NBA season, it locked up his spot as the oldest player in the NBA at 42.
The Celtics unveiled a new Bill Russell-inspired 'City Edition' uniform ahead of the 2022-23 season.
Dak Prescott has been sidelined since Week 2 with a thumb injury.
Back-to-back MVP Nikola Jokic is the frontrunner to go first overall, but are there other candidates to consider?
Want to feel old? There are players from the 2022 NBA Draft class who were born in 2003.
10 members of our Sporting News staff participated in a fantasy basketball draft. Here are the results to help you get an idea of where players might be selected.
The Atlantic Division might just be the toughest in the entire NBA, with the Celtics, 76ers, Nets and Raptors all looking like playoff teams in 2023.
With the new NBA campaign tipping off on Oct. 18, the 2022-23 Fantasy Basketball season is right around the corner.
Keep an eye on these under-the-radar players throughout your Fantasy Basketball draft.
Who are the top 20 ranked players at each position in Fantasy Basketball for the 2022-23 season?
Sierra Canyon senior Bronny James, son of LeBron, has signed a NIL endorsement deal with Nike.
Mac Jones has been ruled out for the Patriots' Week 5 matchup against the Lions.
The presumed top-two picks in the 2023 NBA Draft put on a show in Las Vegas.
Following the Lakers preseason game in Las Vegas on Wednesday, LeBron James told the media he wants to bring a team to the Sin City.
LeBron James joins the rest of the NBA world in awe at the top prospect in the 2023 NBA Draft, Victor Wembanyama.
Scoot Henderson had nine assists and just two turnovers in the G League Ignite's win over Victor Wembanyama and Metropolitans 92.
Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson, the projected top two picks in the 2023 NBA Draft, are set to face off in a pair of exhibition games in Las Vegas on Oct. 4 and 6.
There's no doubt Victor Wembanyama has all of the tools to be a superstar in the NBA, but is he the best prospect the league has seen since LeBron James in 2003?
Suns stars Chris Paul and Devin Booker addressed the Robert Sarver situation publically for the first time at Media Day.
Kyrie Irving opened up to the media about how his vaccination status impacted his contract negotiations with the team last season.
Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott is sporting a futuristic-looking helmet for the 2022 season.
The Packers and Buccaneers are both dealing with banged-up wide receiving corps heading into their Week 3 matchup.
After Trey Lance went down with a season-ending ankle injury in Week 2, Jimmy Garoppolo is set to retake the starting quarterback job for the remainder of the season.
Most of the players in the 2016 NBA Draft are entering their prime, making it an interesting time to revisit it.
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Russell Wilson will make his Broncos debut against his former Seahawks on Monday Night Football.
In honor of arguably the greatest sixth man of all time being inducted into the Hall of Fame, members of our TSN staff share how they'll remember Manu Ginobili's career.
Is Giannis Antetokounmpo or Kevin Durant the best power forward in NBA 2K23?
Is cover-star Devin Booker the highest-rated shooting guard in NBA 2K23?
Is reigning two-time MVP Nikola Jokic the best center in NBA 2K23?
Is LeBron James still the highest-rated small forward in NBA 2K?
Is Stephen Curry the highest-rated point guard in NBA 2K once again?
The release of NBA 2K23 is almost here, set for Friday, Sept. 9.
NBA 2K23 released on Friday, Sept. 9.
Giannis Antetokounmpo went down with an ankle injury in Greece's final group stage game at EuroBasket 2022. Here's everything we know about the situation.
The release of NBA 2K23 is set for Friday, Sept. 9.
Giannis Antetokounmpo has taken EuroBasket 2022 by storm, dominating his competition in a familiar fashion to NBA fans.
After five seasons in Utah, the Jazz have traded three-time All-Star Donovan Mitchell to the Cavaliers.
A new edition of NBA 2K is right around the corner.
These players will be taking on much larger roles for their countries at EuroBasket 2022.
There are plenty of current NBA players suiting up for their countries at EuroBasket 2022, but what other familiar names will you see pop up on rosters?
Ahead of EuroBasket 2022, members of The Sporting News staff give their picks and predictions.
RJ Barrett's extension throws a wrench into potential trade talks between the Knicks and Jazz for Donovan Mitchell.
EuroBasket 2022 is set to tip off on Thursday, Sept. 1.
Thunder star and 2022 No. 2 overall pick Chet Holmgren has been ruled out for his entire rookie season due to a Lisfranc injury.
Three members of our Sporting News staff ranked their three favorite pairs of Jordan Player Exclusives.
The Nets announced that Durant and the franchise "have agreed to move forward with our partnership," keeping Durant in Brooklyn.
Udonis Haslem confirmed on Sunday that he will return to the Heat for his 20th season in Miami.
LeBron James has reportedly signed a two-year contract extension worth $97.1 million with the Lakers, per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
The Knicks will open their 2022-23 season with a matchup against the Grizzlies.
The Celtics will open their 2022-23 season with a matchup against the 76ers.
The Lakers will open their 2022-23 season with a matchup against the Warriors.
With the announcement of the 2022-23 NBA schedule, we're one step closer to seeing the 2022 rookie class take the floor.
Aaron Donald leads all defensive players with a salary of $31.7 million for the 2022 NFL season.
The NBA announced that 2022 Opening Night will display both teams from last year's NBA Finals when the Celtics host the 76ers and the Warriors host the Lakers.
On Monday, NBA insider Marc Stein reported that an unnamed NBA executive said Kevin Durant is more likely to retire than play for the Nets. The All-Star forward quickly shot down that rumor.
Bronny James threw down a poster dunk overseas that had social media timelines buzzing everywhere on Monday.
On Thursday, the NBA announced that Bill Russell's jersey No. 6 will be retired across the entire league. Which current NBA players wear his number?
On Thursday, NBA 2K23 announced the return of the Jordan Challenge game mode, which was originally introduced in NBA 2K11.
On Wednesday it was reported that Sydney Kings champion Makur Maker has signed an Exhibit 10 deal with the Wizards.
The Warriors needed to fill the void left behind by Gary Payton II leaving in free agency, and they found their Payton replacement in Donte DiVincenzo.
Storm legend Sue Bird played her final regular season game in Seattle on Sunday after 21 seasons with the franchise.
Eight new members will be inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame on Saturday, Aug. 6.
Jalen Green's game really clicked at the end of his rookie season, giving us a glimpse of what the No. 2 pick is capable of as a scorer. How can he build on that momentum heading into Year 2?
If Russell Westbrook's struggles continue, would the Lakers benefit from him coming off the bench?
Eric Hosmer was originally included in the Juan Soto blockbuster trade, but a no-trade clause in his contract allowed him to veto the move before being traded to Boston.
The Yankees have traded starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery to the Cardinals for outfielder Harrison Bader.
The Phillies have been active on deadline day, with their latest move adding bullpen depth in Cubs closer David Robertson.
The Astros have reportedly acquired Red Sox veteran catcher Christian Vazquez as they pursue another World Series title.
As the Yankees continue to push for their first World Series trophy since 2009, they have bolstered their rotation and bullpen after acquiring Frankie Montas and Lou Trivino from the Athletics.
You can watch Scoot Henderson and Victor Wembanyama face off in a pair of exhibition games between the G League Ignite and Metropolitans 92 on Oct. 4th and 6th in Las Vegas.
On Friday, the first official trailer was released for NBA 2K23. Here are 10 nuggets you may have missed.
The Warriors have signed second-round pick Ryan Rollins to a three-year, $4.8 million deal.
Aron Baynes' agent, Daniel Moldovan, told ESPN's Brian Windhorst that the Australian big man will resume his basketball career with the NBL's Brisbane Bullets.
The Celtics have reportedly offered Jaylen Brown in a trade package to the Nets for former MVP Kevin Durant.
We're three weeks in to free agency but these top players are still available on the market.
As Jaylen Brown and the Celtics look to return to the NBA Finals next season, the All-Star guard will have to improve as a ball-handler to take his game another step forward.
On Duncan Robinson's podcast "The Long Shot," Celtics forward Grant Williams said he still does not believe the Warriors were the better team in the 2022 NBA Finals.
The Sporting News will keep you updated on all of the Durant drama as more reports emerge from the situation.
With Las Vegas Summer League behind us, which players performed well enough to crack the All-Summer League teams?
Summer League has come to a close in Las Vegas as the Trail Blazers took home the championship.
Looking for some spark notes on NBA Summer League? We have you covered with every team's best player from the Las Vegas tournament.
With the Pacers extending a max offer sheet to Deandre Ayton, a potential Kevin Durant-to-Phoenix gets a little more complicated.
Kevin Durant named Miami as one of his preferred destinations for a trade, but can the Heat gather enough assets to make it happen?
Reports have surfaced that All-Star center Joel Embiid has gained French citizenship, making for a potentially terrifying lineup at the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup and 2024 Olympics in Paris.
With the first weekend of Las Vegas Summer League behind us, who were the biggest winners and losers from the first few games?
The Warriors just won an NBA title without the No. 2 overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft playing a single game this season. The 21-year-old could be a secret weapon for the reigning champs next season.
As rosters begin to shape out for next season, which franchise has the best young core for the future?
Top-five picks Chet Holmgren and Keegan Murray have made their mark on Summer League so far.
Follow along as The Sporting News tracks all of the notable signings and trades in NBA free agency.
The Nets and Lakers are "actively engaged" in trade discussions centered around Kyrie Irving and Russell Westbrook, Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes reports.
According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Timberwolves have acquired three-time Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert in a blockbuster deal with the Jazz.
Ja Morant has signed a five-year, $193 million designated rookie max contract extension with the Grizzlies, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reports.
NBA teams made a big splash on Day 1 of free agency, spending approximately $1.5 billion combined.
Kevin Durant has set the NBA world ablaze by formally requesting a trade from the Nets.
Is your favorite team in need of a point guard? Take a look at the best players available at that position in free agency.
Given their spending limitations, who could the Lakers target in free agency to address their biggest needs?
Kyrie Irving has reportedly told The Athletic's Shams Charania that he will opt into the final year of his contract and remain with the Nets next season.
The 2022 NBA Draft has come and gone. Which franchise had the most successful draft night?
According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Hornets have hired Steve Clifford to fill their head coaching vacancy.
With the 2022 NBA Draft in the rear-view mirror, take a look at undrafted players who have signed Two-Way contracts with NBA teams.
The 2022 NBA Draft is upon us and The Sporting News is grading every pick with real-time analysis.
The 2022 NBA Draft is almost here, set for Thursday, June 23. Who are the best players in this draft class?
The 2022 NBA Draft is finally here.
While making contact on a big home run swing on draft night can catapult your franchise forward, sometimes the safe picks is what offers stability moving forward. Take a look at six of the safest picks in this year's NBA Draft.
Duke freshman Paolo Banchero is in contention for the No. 1 overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft.
Purdue sophomore Jaden Ivey is the top guard in the 2022 NBA Draft and a consensus top-four pick.
Arizona sophomore Bennedict Mathurin is one of the top guards in the 2022 NBA Draft class.
Gonzaga freshman Chet Holmgren is in contention for the No. 1 overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft.
Canadian guard Shaedon Sharpe was the No. 1 recruit in the high school class of 2022 before he elected to do early enrollment at Kentucky. Sharpe never suited up for the Wildcats and has declared for the 2022 NBA Draft.
Jabari Smith Jr. is widely considered to be the favorite for the No. 1 overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft.
G League Ignite guard Dyson Daniels has emerged as a potential lottery pick in the 2022 NBA Draft.
The Trail Blazers have acquired scoring forward Jerami Grant from the Pistons for a future first-round pick.
Catch up on all the latest news and rumors that are impacting Mock Drafts ahead of the 2022 NBA Draft on Thursday.
The NBA Finals have come to a close, meaning all attention shifts focus to the 2022 NBA Draft.
The 2022 NBA Draft class is deep with forwards and wings who are ready to make an impact at the next level.
Chet Holmgren headlines a group of talented centers who all bring something different to the table as prospects.
The 2022 NBA Draft has more than a handful of guards worth knowing ahead of draft night.
Every year, there are players who fly under the radar on draft night. Who are the sleepers to know in the 2022 NBA Draft class?
The Celtics have fallen to the Warriors in the NBA Finals. What's next for the reigning Eastern Conference champions?
Steve Kerr preached confidence to his team after taking Game 5 to put the Warriors one win away from the NBA title.
Game 5 was "The Andrew Wiggins Game" as the Warriors put themselves one win away from the NBA title.
A hobbled Robert Williams only needed 26 minutes to make a major impact on the Celtics' Game 3 win over the Warriors.
The Celtics have taken a 2-1 lead over the Warriors in the NBA Finals with a commanding win in Game 3.
The Celtics allowed a playoff-worst 33 points off turnovers in Game 2 of the NBA Finals.
Following the Warriors' win in Game 2 of the NBA Finals, Draymond Green name-dropped Kevin Durant in response to a question about Golden State's offensive game plan.
At NBA Finals media availability, head coach Steve Kerr called Marcus Smart the guard version of Draymond Green. Green, himself, echoed that sentiment about the reigning Defensive Player of the Year.
Stephen Curry is returning to the NBA Finals for the sixth time in his career. Which records does he hold? And which ones could he reach?
The Warriors had Stephen Curry fall into their lap on draft night in 2009, as the future Hall of Famer was passed on six times before landing with Golden State at No. 7.
After coming up short in the Eastern Conference Finals twice as a tandem, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown blocked out the outside noise calling for a split to return the Celtics to the NBA Finals.
Jayson Tatum was the third overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft, but there's no argument he would go first overall in a re-draft.
Trailing by two in the final seconds of Game 7, Jimmy Butler had the ball in transition and elected to pull up for a 3-pointer. Should he have taken a two instead?
G League Ignite product and Australian rising star Dyson Daniels' draft stock is on the rise after a strong showing during the NBA Combine.
Andrew Wiggins has made a major impact on the Warriors' success in the Western Conference Finals. How did he end up on Golden State in the first place?
For the first time in NBA history, there will be an Eastern and Western Conference Finals MVP trophy rewarded to the best player in each series.
Who boosted their stock the most after the first day of scrimmages at the NBA Draft Combine?
Shaedon Sharpe's 6-11.5 wingspan and Mark Williams' 9-9 standing reach were two of the most surprising measurements on Day 1 of the NBA Draft Combine.
Draft season is here with the NBA Draft Lottery set to take place on Tuesday and the NBA Draft Combine set to begin on Wednesday.
The Magic are on the clock after winning the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA Draft Lottery.
In anticipation of the Eastern Conference Finals, members of our NBA staff identify one matchup to watch and make their picks for the series and the newly-introduced Conference Finals MVP award.
The Celtics made 18 more 3-pointers than the Bucks in Game 7 to pick up the win and advance to the Eastern Conference Finals.
The 76ers have been eliminated by the Heat in six games in the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
The NBA championship trophy, named after Larry O'Brien since 1984, is getting a makeover for the first time in 2022.
Who is taking home the hardware for the 2021-22 NBA season?
Kyrie Irving has a player option worth $36.9 million for the 2022-23 season.
The Grizzlies announced that Ja Morant is doubtful to return this postseason with a bone bruise in his knee.
The NBA has revealed the full list of participants invited to the 2022 NBA Draft Combine, which will begin on May 16 in Chicago.
Stephen Curry has become the first player in NBA history to hit 500 3-pointers in the playoffs.
Warriors head coach Steve Kerr has tested positive for COVID-19 and will enter the league's health and safety protocols, missing Game 4 vs. the Grizzlies.
Celtics center Robert Williams received surgery to repair a partially torn meniscus in his left knee prior to the start of the playoffs.
