NBA on Christmas Day: What to watch for in each game, including Cavs vs. Warriors rematch

The headliner is a rematch of the last three NBA Finals between the Cavaliers and Warriors, but there’s a good balance of teams looking to compete this season and teams looking to compete in the future.

LeBron James joining Lakers? Three reasons why Cavs superstar won't be heading to LA

Is the current Lakers organization the optimal spot for LeBron James to check all of the boxes left on his list before he eventually walks away from the game? That’s doubtful.

WATCH: Isaiah Thomas documentary reveals moment former Celtics guard learned about trade to Cavs

Isaiah Thomas had just returned home from an anniversary celebration with his wife when Celtics president of basketball operations Danny Ainge told Thomas he had been traded to the Cavs.

NBA trade deadline buyers and sellers: Will Thunder, Cavs make big moves?

Will Paul George stay in OKC? How will the Grizzlies handle Marc Gasol? SN's Sean Deveney takes a look at potential buyers and sellers ahead of the NBA trade deadline.

Kobe Bryant, LeBron James puppet commercials return to celebrate jersey retirement of Lakers legend

Nike has released three new commercials with puppet LeBron James and puppet Kobe Bryant chatting on the beach about Bryant's illustrious career.

LeBron James eager to 'break the mold' for aging players in their prime

James recorded his 60th career triple-double and passed Larry Bird for sixth on the NBA's all-time list in the Cavs' win over the Jazz.

What did James say to Ball?

LeBron James tried to keep his post-game conversation with Lonzo Ball private, but an on-court camera picked up the audio.

Cavs keeping Nets' pick as backup plan for 'LeBron stuff,' SN sources say

The Cavs are unwilling to part ways with the draft pick they received in the Kyrie Irving trade, league executives tell SN's Sean Deveney, even as Brooklyn's success has brought down its value.

LeBron James chats up Lonzo Ball, plays mind games with world

LeBron James kept everyone from reading lips as he spoke to Lonzo Ball. Seems extreme. Why would anyone want to know what King James says to a rookie, right? Right?

LeBron James signing with Lakers considered 'longshot,' report says

Don't get too excited about that dream of luring LeBron James to Los Angeles, Lakers fans.

How LeBron James becomes NBA's biggest bully when Cavs enter clutch time

The Cavaliers have been feasting on layups and 3-pointers in crunch time this season, and it all begins with LeBron James turning himself into the biggest bully in the NBA.

76ers forward Robert Covington sidelined with back injury after crashing into stands

Covington injured his back when he crashed backward over the courtside seats chasing a loose ball late in the 76ers' loss.

Sixers rookie Markelle Fultz may be out until January with shoulder injury

The 76ers announced Saturday that Fultz will be out for at least three more weeks while he gets back into basketball shape.

LeBron James hits trash-talking Bulls fan with brutal response

A heckler in Chicago tried to talk trash with LeBron James. It didn't end well for him.

Report: Derrick Rose apologises to Cavs teammates for two-week exile

Rose has played in only seven games this season due to an ankle injury, and frustration with his injury led him to self-imposed exile.

NBA 2K helping out James?

LeBron James says he knows how Isaiah Thomas will fit in with the Cavaliers just by playing NBA 2K.

Rose returning to Cleveland

Rose reportedly had contemplated retirement but instead will resume treatment on his injured ankle Tuesday.

Tyronn Lue says Cavs have had positive talks with Derrick Rose about future

The veteran point guard is still debating if he should rejoin the Cavs or retire from basketball amid a litany of injuries.

Sixers could reportedly target LeBron James, provide intriguing option in free agency

LeBron James with Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons? The Sixers could try to lure James to Philadelphia if he becomes a free agent next summer.

NBA All-Star Game 2018: Projecting starters, reserves in competitive Eastern Conference race

Eastern Conference stars like LeBron James and Kyrie Irving are obvious All-Star selections. But which players will take the coveted reserve spots? SN's Sean Deveney gives his All-Star picks for the East.

James says consistency is key

The Cavaliers are statistically the worst defense in the NBA, but over their last five games they are eighth in defensive rating.

Cavaliers' Iman Shumpert to miss one week with sore knee

The point guard exited Saturday's win over the Clippers with the injury and will undergo treatment for a left knee effusion.

Draymond Green says LeBron James, Cavs shouldn't panic, but he has concerns

Warriors forward Draymond Green says LeBron James' minutes should worry Cavs fans more than the current state of the team.

LeBron James, Cavs find motivation amid rigors of regular season

LeBron James' beef with Phil Jackson (and, by extension, the Knicks) continued Tuesday (AEDT). The Cavs' game at MSG was an ideal way for King James to stay amped early in the season.

Cavs players troll LeBron James on Instagram after win over Knicks

LeBron James made all of NBA Twitter into conspiracy theorists when he posted an Arthur meme on Instagram with the caption "Mood..."

LeBron James takes NYC subway

Transit officials thanked James and his teammates for riding the subway, but said there's only one "king" in New York — Kristaps Porzingis.

James clarifies Smith comments

James said that Dennis Smith Jr. “should be a Knick” last week, which many took to be a jab at rookie Frank Ntilikina.

LeBron talks IT absence

LeBron James called for other players to step up as Isaiah Thomas and Tristan Thompson remain sidelined.

Antetokounmpo re-signs with Nike

Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo announced on social media that he will re-sign a long-term partnership with Nike.

Dellavedova returns to Cleveland

Dellavedova enjoys coming back to Cleveland and seeing the 2015-16 championship banner hanging from the rafters at Quicken Loans Arena.

LeBron James' IG post: A multiple-choice quiz on what it means

LeBron watchers had something to chew on after King James put up a cryptic Instagram post after Kyrie Irving helped the Celtics extend their winning streak to nine Monday night.

LeBron James, Cavs can't simply ignore major defensive issues until playoff time

Cleveland currently owns the worst defensive rating in the NBA. Why can't LeBron James and the Cavs stop their opponents?

Report: Cavaliers to keep Derrick Rose on minutes restriction

Cavs are going to remain cautious with Rose.

Bradley Beal thinks Wizards are Eastern Conference's team to beat

Beal and the Wizards host the Cavs Saturday morning AEDT.

Cavs hold team meeting

On Wednesday, the Cavs held a team meeting to discuss what they are struggling with on the court after losing three straight.

LOOK: Cavs wear epic costumes to LeBron James' annual Halloween party

LeBron James held his annual Halloween party Tuesday (AEDT) and the Cavaliers went all-out on their costumes.

Tyronn Lue blames defense for skid

The Cavaliers coach is searching for answers as the team has now lost four of five games by an average of 16.8 points per loss.

Cavs' LeBron James: 'We're fine' after starting season 3-3

The Cavs faced their third loss in four games against the Pelicans on Saturday, but star players and coach Tyronn Lue are "not concerned."

Jae Crowder on Cavs' 4th lineup change: 'We haven't found our groove yet'

The Cavs are still figuring out their starters as they will use their fourth different lineup in six games against the Pelicans on Sunday (AEDT).

Davis to play against Cavaliers

Anthony Davis has been out with a knee injury for most of the last two games but is reportedly set to play at home Saturday.

Wade asks to come off bench

Coach Tyronn Lue says Wade approached him, saying the move would be better for the team and Wade. J.R. Smith will become a starter.

Dwyane Wade says he's still trying to figure out role with Cavaliers

Wade, who is still trying to find his place on the Cavaliers, only scored five points in the team's loss to the Magic.

LeBron James still trying to get into playing shape

LeBron James nearly recorded a triple-double in Wednesday's (AEDT) win over the Celtics but he is not satisfied with his current playing shape.

Derrick Rose doubtful for Sunday's (AEDT) game after hard foul by Greg Monroe

Derrick Rose doesn't expect many calls to go his way and was upset after Greg Monroe wasn't called for a flagrant foul on Saturday (AEDT).

Hayward down with injury

Gordon Hayward had his leg put in an air cast and was taken off the court on a stretcher in the Celtics' season opener.

Cavaliers scrap Kyrie tribute

The Cavaliers scrapped plans to show a video tribute to Kyrie Irving during their opener against the Celtics.

Bryant sends message to Hayward

Kobe Bryant wrote an Instagram posted directed at Gordon Hayward, who suffered a gruesome injury in the Celtics' opener against the Cavs.

Hayward down with injury

Gordon Hayward had his leg put in an air cast and was taken off the court on a stretcher in the Celtics' season opener.

Three takeaways from Cavs-Celtics

The Celtics mounted a valiant comeback after losing Gordon Hayward to injury but the Cavaliers came out on top in the end.

NBA players offer support for Gordon Hayward after horrific ankle injury

Gordon Hayward suffered a gruesome left leg injury today's Celtics' game against the Cavaliers. Several NBA players tweeted in support of Hayward.

Felder compares himself to Thomas

The Bulls claimed Felder Monday off waivers.

REPORT: Cavs trade Richard Jefferson, Kay Felder to Hawks

Jefferson played an integral role off the bench last season for the Cavaliers.

Cavs' J.R. Smith frustrated after losing starting spot to Dwyane Wade — and he should be

J.R. Smith was "absolutely" frustrated after losing his starting spot to Dwyane Wade.

LeBron James will miss final pre-season game due to ankle injury

Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue said he's "not sure" if James will be ready to play in their season opener Oct. 17.

Shumpert injures foot

Shumpert missed a dunk attempt, landed awkwardly on his foot, and didn't return for the rest of Wednesday's preseason game.

Dwyane Wade says Cleveland 'believes in my talents' after leaving Bulls

The former Bulls guard released a statement Wednesday thanking the city of Chicago and expressing excitement in signing with the Cavaliers.

January the target for Thomas

Isaiah Thomas should be in position to return by January, according to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Knicks trade Carmelo Anthony to OKC

Anthony goes to OKC, which sends Enes Kanter, Doug McDermott and a draft pick to New York.

Carmelo Anthony would accept a trade to one of three teams, report says

Carmelo Anthony’s list of suitable trade destinations has grown.

Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert will 'never' move team out of Cleveland

The team pulled out of a deal that would have funded renovations to Quicken Loans Arena, leading some to fear Gilbert might leave town.

Cavaliers nix $140m plan to renovate Quicken Loans Arena

The Cavaliers had planned a massive renovation to their 23-year-old arena, but a pending referendum led the team to kill the deal.

Cavs reportedly interested in Celtics' Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum

Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum are reported Cavaliers targets to complete the Kyrie Irving trade.

Wade and James with the Cavaliers?

Wade and James won a pair of NBA titles together with the Heat.

NBA to decrease rest days

In an effort to reduce days off given to stars during the season, the NBA will build rest days into the schedule.

Report: LeBron James invites Derrick Rose to work out in Las Vegas

The two former MVPs will meet up in Las Vegas to work out now that Rose's one-year deal with the Cavaliers is official.

LeBron James' stake in Blaze Pizza now reportedly worth at least $35 million

James has turned a slice of Blaze Pizza into roughly a $35 million stake.

James to remain with Cavaliers

James is one of only three NBA players with a no-trade clause, but has just one season left before he can opt out of his contract.

Analyzing best/worst NBA moves

Which teams have come out on top, and which have come out on bottom of this year's frenzied free agency period?

Richard Jefferson not ready to retire, returning for 17th NBA season

Maybe there's a reason why LeBron James wasn't actively recruiting players to the Cavaliers.

Korver re-signs with Cavaliers

With Korver locked up, the Cavaliers are trying to find a trade partner for Iman Shumpert.

Cavs fire GM David Griffin

The two sides "just couldn't agree on a future," according to reports.

Cavs want Jimmy Butler

The Cavs have reportedly been trying to figure out multi-team trade scenarios, while the T-wolves are also in the mix for the All-Star.

Kerr sticking with Warriors

Kerr also said the report that the team voted whether to attend the White House "if and when invited" was "insane."

Warriors a lesson in team building

The Golden State Warriors are the NBA's next dynasty, and they will be one built not just on Kevin Durant, but on excellent drafting.

NBA Finals 2017: Kevin Durant named MVP in first championship run

Durant finally got his elusive first championship and led the way with a dominant MVP effort.

Lue: Cavs were too nice

The Cavaliers coach said there wasn't enough smack talk and physicality in the first couple of games against the Warriors.

Jefferson: Pressure all on Warriors

Richard Jefferson said the pressure is completely on Golden State as both teams prepare for Game 5.

WATCH: Draymond Green gets animated in postgame media session

Draymond Green said he doesn't pay attention to anyone in Cleveland: "They don't seem to be the sharpest people around."

NBA will not take action on Game4

The Warriors and Cavaliers got a little rough with each other Friday night in Game 4, but that's apparently fine with the NBA.

Charles Barkley: 'I'm a fat old dude' and can outplay Tristan Thompson in NBA Finals

Tristan Thompson has been a disaster in the NBA Finals.

Green weighs in on Durant, James

Green has respect for both Durant and James, but he does think one is better than the other.

Vegas sets historic lines

Forget the LeBron James-Michael Jordan debate. Vegas sets lines for dream matchup between 2017 Warriors and Michael Jordan's 1996 Bulls.

Cavs sticking with J.R. Smith

Smith has made just 1 of 6 attempts in the Finals, leading to speculation Tyronn Lue might make a change.

Cavs thinking lineup change

The Cavaliers may go with a lineup change in Game 3.

Durant over LeBron?

Kevin Durant "may be the best player in the world" according to Paul Pierce.

Kerr hails Durant defense

The Warriors took a 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals against the Cavaliers, with Steve Kerr highlighting Kevin Durant's defensive role.

James and Durant, musical duo?

Long before the superstars were battling it out for the 2017 NBA championship, they apparently recorded in secret a hip-hop track.

Cavs need Smith to shoot more

Smith only made four shot attempts in the Cavaliers' Game 1 loss to the Warriors.

J.R. Smith says Warriors have 'one guy who keeps kicking people'

J.R. Smith is always a good sound bite. Saturday was no exception with a not-so-subtle allusion to Draymond Green's groin kicks.

Was Mike Brown hired to stop LeBron James?

It's arguable that James put a stop to Mike Brown's career twice, but one San Francisco writer is suggesting it's Brown now stopping LeBron.

Richard Jefferson says Cavs just need to 'execute, and not panic'

The Cavs were never really in Game 1 versus the Warriors, but had they not turned the ball over so much would that have been another story?

Durant on Rihanna moment

Kevin Durant led all scorers at Oracle Arena but it was his apparent moment with pop star Rihanna that stole the headlines.

Silver: Cavs and Warriors are fine

The NBA commissioner doesn't think there's an issue of "competitive balance" in the league.

'Nothing preventing' Warriors from reaching 8-10 straight NBA Finals - commentator

LeBron James is making a seventh straight Finals appearance, so there's no reason not to think Warriors can do the same, right?

11 interesting NBA Finals stats

The high-scoring, sharpshooting Cavs and Warriors are at it again.

ESPN names 100 most famous athletes

The NBA had 13 players among the top 100 on the ESPN "most famous athletes" list, while the NFL only placed two players in the top 50.

Thomas thinks Stevens deserves more

Who knows what the NBA's media panel voting on awards were thinking?

Warriors coach Kerr will travel

Kerr said he's been participating in team meetings and admitted it's awkward and weird not being able to coach in games.

NBA Finals: Kevin Love says it's funny to consider Cavaliers underdogs

The Cavaliers forward wants to remind people who the defending NBA champions are.

Lebron James on eclipsing Jordan

After becoming the NBA playoffs record point scorer, LeBron James admitted it was a surprise to eclipse his hero Michael Jordan.

LeBron James playoff scoring leader

LeBron James, who is often compared to Michael Jordan in GOAT debates, passed Jordan Thursday as the all-time career playoff scoring leader.

NBA award finalists 2017: LeBron James not a candidate to win MVP

LeBron James is playing on a different level this playoffs but the Cavaliers star will not win his fifth MVP award.

Isaiah Thomas ruled out for remainder of post-season

The Boston Celtics will be without their leading scorer for the remainder of the 2017 post-season.

Smith expecting dirty play

Now that the Celtics are down 1-0 in the series, J.R. Smith says they're going to resort to "cheap shots."

James says Celtics fans are hype

Game 1 between the Cavs and Celtics takes place Thursday morning AEDT in Boston.

Smith family honors NICU moms

J.R. and Shirley Smith decided to give flowers to all the moms who have babies in Cleveland Clinic Children's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

Cavaliers survive feisty Raptors to complete second-round sweep

The Cavaliers waltzed into the Eastern Conference finals, completing a second-round sweep of the Raptors.

NBA playoffs 2017: Rockets Spurs

Kawhi Leonard was unstoppable, pouring in an efficient 34 points on 81% shooting.

James passes Kareem in scoring

Look out, Michael Jordan. LeBron James is closing in on the NBA great for most postseason points.

Lowry injured against Cavs

Raptors teammate Norman Powell fell into Lowry's left leg, causing him to roll his left ankle.

Lue talks coaching Cavs

For second-year coach Tyronn Lue, the hardest job he has endured has been dealing with the pressure that comes from leading the Cavs.

James to pay Jones' fine

LeBron James will pay for Dahntay Jones' fines ... again.

WATCH: LeBron to pay Jones' ejection fine, asks him to 'stop getting kicked out' vs Toronto

Dahntay Jones doesn't see much playing time with the Cavaliers, so when he entered today's playoff game he wanted to make the most of it.

UCLA's Ball to skip NBA Combine

Confident he'll be the No. 1 overall pick in June's NBA Draft, the UCLA guard has declined an invitation to next month's combine in Chicago.

Tyronn Lue denies asking permission

Cavs coach Tyronn Lue says he did not ask permission from Irving and Love before benching the two stars in the fourth quarter.

Stephenson knows how to stop LeBron

Stopping LeBron James isn't easy, but there is a way.

James dreaming of Coachella

The MVP candidate is thinking about a music festival after taking a 2-0 lead.

LeBron downplays Celtics game

The Cavs-Celtics matchup is big for the Eastern Conference standings, but LeBron James has his sights on bigger things.

Tyronn Lue says he has fix for D

After the Cavaliers’ home loss to the Wizards on Saturday, coach Tryronn Lue claimed to have something up his sleeve to fix the defense.

James weighs in on NBA rest issue

Since LeBron James is involved in this particular incidence, the Cleveland Cavaliers star feels things are different.

Tyronn Lue upset over reactions to resting Cavs stars

The Cavs defend the rest they gave their players.

LeBron: NBA All-Star voting similar to Donald Trump's election

LeBron James took a dig at United States president Donald Trump by likening his election to the "goofy" All-Star votes.

Fans angry as Russell Westbrook snubbed for NBA All-Star starting role

Despite averaging a triple-double, Oklahoma City Thunder guard and MVP favourite Russell Westbrook was not named an All-Star starter.

LeBron James blown away by 'LeBron: The Musical' video

The viral video released this week took the title song from "Hamilton: The Musical" and chronicled James' 13-year NBA career.

Cavaliers, J.R. Smith end negotiations, agree on $57-million deal, report says

It took until mid-October with a bit of influencing from LeBron James, but the Cleveland Cavaliers finally re-signed guard J.R. Smith.

James re-signs with Cavaliers

The Cleveland Cavaliers have finally completed the re-signing of superstar LeBron James.

James, Smith expected to re-sign

Even though July 7 was the day free agents were able to sign with teams, LeBron James and J.R. Smith are still holding out.

Bucks 'capable of great things' as Dellavedova completes move

NBA championship winner Matthew Dellavedova heads to Milwaukee from Cleveland in exchange for Albert Miralles and a trade exception.

Dellavedova hopeful over Cavs future

Matthew Dellavedova is unsure what his future holds, but he is keen to stay at the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Green brushes off LeBron: 'Stuff happens'

Draymond Green got into it with LeBron James in Game 4, but says it's all love now.

LeBron James reportedly will not play for Team USA in Rio

LeBron James is coming off one of the best NBA Finals performances in history, and he apparently wants to take a break from basketball.

Warriors face frontcourt questions after Finals

The Golden State Warriors much-praised depth deserted them when it mattered most in the NBA Finals.

Curry haunted by performance in Game 7

Stephen Curry was hurting after the Golden State Warriors' loss in Game 7.

Kerr: 'The better team won'

The Cavaliers were simply better than the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals, according to Steve Kerr.

LeBron James named Finals MVP for third time

Finals MVP LeBron James averaged 29.7 points, 11.3 rebounds, 8.9 assists, 2.6 steals and 2.3 blocks as the Cavs completed the series comeback.

Steve Kerr backs Steph Curry

LeBron, Cavs force Game 7

LeBron James led the Cleveland Cavaliers to victory over the Golden State Warriors to force Game 7 in the NBA Finals.

Report: J.R. Smith to become a free agent after NBA Finals

The Cleveland Cavaliers' starting shooting guard may be playing elsewhere next season.

LeBron hails Kyrie's masterclass in Game 5

Kyrie Irving put in a special display to keep the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Finals.

Bogut injury update: Warrior's Game 6 status unclear

The team characterised the third-quarter injury in Monday's 112-97 loss as a sprain and delayed the MRI to let the knee "calm down."

LeBron, Irving keep Cavs alive

The Cleveland Cavaliers have forced a Game 6 in the NBA Finals after beating the Golden State Warriors at Oracle Arena.

Warriors going home with chance to repeat as champs

Golden State is one game away from winning back-to-back titles.

Warriors claim 3-1 edge

Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson bounced back in Game 4 of the NBA Finals as the Golden State Warriors took a 3-1 lead over Cleveland.

Love will play in Game 4

The Cleveland Cavaliers will have their star forward back for Friday's game four against the Golden State Warriors.

Andrew Bogut defends Kevin Love against 'soft' criticism

The Warriors centre struck out against bashing Love (concussion) for not playing in Game 3.

Cavs flex muscles to bounce back in Game 3

The Cleveland Cavaliers snapped a run of back-to-back defeats to NBA champions the Golden State Warriors.

Luke says Iverson made him

The current Cavs coach isn’t bitter that his basketball legacy is currently being tied to one shot.

Cavaliers' Kevin Love not cleared, will sit out Game 3 against Warriors

Kevin Love has not cleared concussion protocol and will have to sit out of Game 3 of the NBA Finals.

Warriors blitz Cavs to take 2-0 series lead

The Golden State Warriors moved into a 2-0 series lead in the NBA Finals.

Lue defends Dellavedova after Game 1

Tyronn Lue rubbished suggestions Cleveland Cavaliers guard Matthew Dellavedova is a dirty player.

LeBron James has yet another stat that boggles the mind

Cavs fans should be happy with another incredible stat of James'.

LeBron: Cavs didn't lose composure

The Cleveland Cavaliers were outscored 45-10 by the Golden State Warriors' bench in game one of the NBA Finals on Thursday.

Steve Kerr ignites the Warriors' run

Steve Kerr showed the emotion he felt his team was lacking, and his clipboard got the worst of it.

Warriors overpower Cavs in Game 1

The Golden State Warriors and their bench stepped up as Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson struggled.

Steph Curry is over comparisons to LeBron James: 'I'm trying to chase rings'

Stephen Curry said he was "annoyed" on how the media and public keep trying to see if he or LeBron James "are the face of the NBA."

Riley Curry has her own dancing emoji and it's adorable

Stephen Curry released his own emoji keyboard, which includes emojis of his daughter, Riley.

LeBron: This year feels different

LeBron James believes the NBA play-offs could finish in much better fashion for the Cleveland Cavaliers this year.

Cavs back in the Finals

The Cleveland Cavaliers will face either the Golden State Warriors or Oklahoma City Thunder in the Finals.

Curry, LeBron among All-NBA First Team

DeAndre Jordan earned a spot on the All-NBA First Team alongside the likes of Stephen Curry and LeBron James.

Cavs one win away from NBA Finals after routing Raptors

Game 6 heads to Toronto with the Cleveland Cavaliers leading 3-2.

Raptors level series against Cavs

The Toronto Raptors have levelled their series against the Cleveland Cavaliers thanks to a 105-99 win at the Air Canada Centre.

Raptors shut down Love, Irving to hand Cavs first playoff loss

Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan enjoyed one of his best playoff games, scoring 32 points to go along with five rebounds and four assists.

Biyombo stars as Raptors win

Bismack Biyombo came up big as the Toronto Raptors defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 3 on Saturday.

David Blatt shows no hard feelings, says Cavaliers are the team to beat

David Blatt, who was fired by the Cavaliers in January, said Saturday he thinks the Cavs will win the NBA title.

LeBron leads Cavs to 2-0 lead over Raptors

The Cleveland Cavaliers took a 2-0 lead over the Toronto Raptors in the NBA Eastern Conference final, thanks to LeBron James.

Cavs rout Raptors in Game 1

The Cleveland Cavaliers embarrassed the Toronto Raptors with a 31-point win in game one of their NBA Eastern Conference final.

Curry 'ignoring' LeBron

The two-time defending MVP is definitely unbothered about whether or not LeBron James thinks he's the most "valuable" player.

LeBron James should win MVP every season, Cavs GM says

He also says Michael Jordan should have won it every year of his prime.

Durant lifts Thunder past Spurs in Game 4

Al Horford not thinking about free agency, but Atlanta must

The Hawks could lose two starters in free agency, including the four-time All-Star Horford.

Thunder edge Spurs to level series

Can 19-year-old Stanley Johnson tame LeBron James?

Johnson held his own in a Game 1 Detroit loss, holding James to just two points while defending him for seven minutes.

Spurs cruise past Grizzlies in Game 1

Trail Blazers book playoff spot

The Portland Trail Blazers claimed a third consecutive playoff ticket, while LeBron James missed the game against the Indiana Pacers.

Timberwolves shock Warriors

Shabazz Muhammad led the Minnesota Timberwolves to a shock win over the Golden State Warriors.

Warriors tie mark for second-most NBA wins, close in on record

The Golden State Warriors have to win four of their remaining five games if they are to break the 1995-96 Chicago Bulls' NBA record.

Spurs trump Warriors

The Spurs restricted Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson, while Dwyane Wade led the Heat past the Cavaliers.

Warriors win for birthday boy Curry

Stephen Curry turned 28 on Monday and the Golden State Warriors defeated the New Orleans Pelicans.

LeBron: Cavs not ready for the playoffs

The Cleveland Cavaliers sit atop the Eastern Conference, but LeBron James says they must improve ahead of the playoffs.

Lillard's 50 points not enough

Damian Lillard's big haul could not prevent a Portland Trail Blazers loss, while the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Washington Wizards.

Cavs fan breaks down after Varejao trade

The kid perked up when his dad confirmed LeBron James and Kyrie Irving are still around.

Kobe Bryant's final present to LeBron James

Kobe Bryant signed his shoes after the Los Angeles Lakers' meeting with the Cleveland Cavaliers and gave them to LeBron James.

Report: Lakers once offered Kobe Bryant to Cavaliers for LeBron James

This is the only offer the Cavs received for the four-time NBA MVP.

Kings expected to fire George Karl during All-Star break, report says

George Karl reportedly won't make it to a full year as coach of the Kings.

Karl makes case to remain Kings head coach

The Kings are 21-29 this season and have lost six of their past seven games. George Karl is on the hot seat but taking it one game at a time

NBA Review

The Golden State Warriors ended Oklahoma City Thunder's winning run, while the Cleveland Cavaliers bounced back from their last-gasp defeat.

Spurs see off Mavs

The Cleveland Cavaliers went down in the last second in the NBA, while the San Antonio Spurs won again.

Kevin Love can celebrate: The Cavaliers finally put him in a team photo

Kevin Love doesn't need to Photoshop himself in the picture this time.

NBA Review

The Oklahoma City Thunder downed the Houston Rockets 116-108 after Russell Westbrook recorded another triple-double performance.

LeBron James frustrated at critics

"What do you guys want me to do?" the Cavs star asked reporters Tuesday, "Turn my brain off because I have a huge basketball IQ?"

Warriors deny Spurs in emphatic fashion

The Golden State Warriors ended San Antonio Spurs' winning streak, while the Miami Heat finally got back to winning ways.

David Griffin claims Kevin Love is safe — for now

LeBron calls on Cavs to get fitter

The Cleveland Cavaliers are to raise their tempo under Tyronn Lue – and LeBron James is aware that means hard work lies ahead for the team.

Lue thinks Blatt should coach All-Star Game

David Blatt helped lead the Cavaliers an an Eastern Conference-best 30-11 record before getting fired Friday.

Iverson congratulates Lue, 15 years after breaking his ankles

Lue got a little love from the man who made him famous for all of the wrong reasons.

Warriors smash the Bulls

The difference between the western and eastern conferences was further demonstrated as the Golden State Warriors beat the Chicago Bulls.

Walker hits franchise record 52 points

The Golden State Warriors made easy work of the Cleveland Cavaliers, while Charlotte Hornets' Kemba Walker scored a career-high 52 points.

Report: Cavaliers unhappy with Steph Curry's comment

Stephen Curry said he hopes the Cavs locker room "still smells a little bit like champagne," and the Cleveland players found it offensive.

Stephen Curry on return to Cleveland: 'Hopefully it still smells a little bit like champagne'

Stephen Curry and the Warriors need to get back on track Monday against the Cavs after losing big in Detroit on Saturday.

Westbrook leads Thunder

The Oklahoma City Thunder downed the Minnesota Timberwolves via Russell Westbrook, while the Washington Wizards beat the Indiana Pacers.