Steve Kerr says Stephen Curry is the modern Michael Jordan

The Washington crowd reigned down MVP chants for Stephen Curry as he turned in an impressive 41-point performance against the Wizards on MLK Day.

NBA teams pay tribute on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

With nine games of NBA action, teams paid tribute to the great Martin Luther King Jr. on the holiday.

The rise of Black executives in the NBA

Behind the scenes, there is a growing list of Black basketball operations executives that have risen to prominence in recent years, a trend that stands to continue in the years to come.

Jayson Tatum, Malcolm Brogdon discuss honor of playing on MLK Day

"He essentially gave somebody like myself an opportunity to live out my dream as well as people before me and all the kids after me," Jayson Tatum said of Dr. Martin Luther King's legacy.

How Bill Russell inspired Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to carry social justice torch

Russell inspired Abdul-Jabbar to be the best version of himself on the court — and, more importantly, a better man and advocate for civil rights.

Damian Lillard erupts for 40 points to lead Portland Trail Blazers past Dallas Mavericks

Nikola Jokic caps off triple-double performance with game-winning 3-pointer as Denver Nuggets edge Orlando Magic

LeBron becomes second player ever to reach 38K points

LeBron James is just the second player ever in NBA history to reach 38,000 career points.

Full list of players who become trade eligible on January 15

While most of the players who signed contracts in the offseason became trade eligible on Dec. 15, not all of them did. There's a small group of players who become trade eligible a month later.

Ja Morant's poster dunk draws reactions from Kevin Durant, Twitter world

Ja Morant has delivered yet another highlight that has left the basketball world at a loss for words.

Ja Morant submits Dunk of the Year candidate with unbelievable poster slam

Anthony Edwards (31 PTS) leads Timberwolves past Suns

Josh Giddey matches season-high scoring mark (25 PTS) in Thunder win over Bulls

Warriors dominate Alamodome game in front of record-breaking crowd

The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates from Warriors vs. Spurs on Friday. Check out all of the action you may have missed right here.

Jeremy Sochan's one-handed free throw, explained

Jeremy Sochan and the Spurs are playing the long game, and the early returns are encouraging.

What we know about Paul George's hamstring 'tweak'

What's next for Paul George and what does his latest setback mean for the Clippers? Here is what we know about his injury and when he could return.

The latest on Chris Paul's hip injury

Here's everything we know about Chris Paul's injury and the latest news on when he may return.

Why are Warriors, Spurs playing in Alamodome?

For the first time since the 2002 Western Conference Semifinals, San Antonio will play a game inside of the Alamodome.

Warriors vs. Spurs at Alamodome can make NBA history

Take a closer look at San Antonio's pursuit of history as well as a historical look back at some of the most-attended regular season games in NBA history.

Luka Doncic triple-double powers Mavs past Lakers

Damian Lillard goes off for 50 in Blazers loss to Cavaliers, becomes 11th player this season to record 50-point game

WATCH: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander highlights from road win vs. 76ers

Key takeaways from second All-Star fan vote returns

LeBron James and Kevin Durant are still the leading vote-getters for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game.

What Luka, Mavericks can learn from LeBron's time with Cavaliers

If Doncic and Dallas continually come up short like James and Cleveland did in the mid-to-late 2000s, they could go down a similarly dark path.

How does Kevin Durant's injury impact Ben Simmons?

Now, with the Nets temporarily unable to rely on Durant's heroics, the spotlight on Simmons will get much brighter.

Morant signs jersey and sneakers for Grizzlies fan who had her signed ball stolen

Ja Morant put a smile on young Grizzlies fan Ellie Hughes' face after her autographed basketball was stolen at Monday night's game at FedEx Forum.

Kyle Kuzma hits game-winning 3 to lead Wizards past Bulls

NBA awards predictions at halfway point: Who should be MVP?

The Sporting News' NBA experts make their award picks at the halfway point of the 2022-23 season.

Should Bucks be concerned about Antetokounmpo's shooting regression?

Forget 3-pointers. Antetokounmpo hasn't been the same player from floater range and midrange so far this season.

Nikola Jokic can win a 3rd straight MVP, and here's his path

Being in the conversation is obviously different from actually winning the award, but Nikola Jokic's path to going back-to-back-to-back is becoming clearer by the day.

Shorthanded Phoenix Suns halt six-game skid with upset win over Golden State Warriors

Mitchell receives warm welcome in return to Utah

Four months since being traded to the Cleveland, Donovan Mitchell made his first appearance in Utah tonight.

The latest news on Stephen Curry's shoulder injury

What's next for Stephen Curry? Here's what we know about his injury and what it means for the Warriors moving forward.

Donovan Mitchell already making Jazz regret trade with Cavaliers

Perhaps Mitchell needed a change in order to discover this version of himself, but Ainge and the Jazz must be wondering if they pulled the trigger too early.

Breaking down four best plays Steve Kerr has stolen from other coaches

Steve Kerr is one of the best in the league at taking things he sees and installing them into the Warriors' playbook.

Klay Thompson shows why patience is biggest key to turnaround

A recent turnover serves as the best example of how Klay Thompson has found his groove. Yes, you read that right — a turnover. Let me explain.

Kevin Durant injury history timeline: Right MCL sprain adds to injury misfortune

Kevin Durant has been diagnosed with a sprained right MCL — his third lower-body injury in as many seasons.

Joe Ingles lights up from 3 in Milwaukee Bucks' win over New York Knicks at MSG

Nikola Jokic powers Denver Nuggets past Los Angeles Lakers

The widespread impact of Kevin Durant's injury

Can the Nets survive the next few weeks without Kevin Durant? Let's take a closer look at the impact of his injury.

Breaking down 3 reasons for NBA's scoring explosion

There isn't necessarily one single theory that explains the sudden surge, but rather a few factors involved.

Nikola Jokic notches another triple double as Nuggets defeat Cavs

Zach LaVine makes All-Star statement with 41 points in win over 76ers

LeBron James speaks candidly on approaching Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's NBA scoring record

After years of speculation, discussion and predictive models, LeBron James will soon surpass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as the NBA's all-time leading scorer.

Which teams have scored the most points in a half?

Which teams have the highest-scoring halves in NBA history? Have a look back at the most prolific team performances in the first and second halves of an NBA game.

The latest on Bradley Beal's hamstring injury

Here is what we know about Bradley Beal's injury and what it means moving forward.

Kevin Durant, Nets have the look of a real contender in the East

Less than two months ago, things were looking bleak for Brooklyn. Since then, Brooklyn has been the NBA's hottest team, using a recent surge to rise toward the top of the Eastern Conference standings.

Lauri Markkanen explodes for career-high 49 PTS in win over Rockets

Jayson Tatum's second-career triple-double leads Celtics past Mavericks

Why NBA players roll ball on inbounds pass

Will the NBA consider changing the rule in order to eliminate these possessions?

Takeaways from first All-Star fan vote returns

Dive into some of the biggest takeaways from the first fan vote returns for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game.

Jayson Tatum vs. Luka Doncic: Who will be better in five years?

TSN's Kyle Irving and Scott Rafferty discuss which one of Jayson Tatum and Luka Doncic will be better in five years.

Updated picks for starters in 2023 NBA All-Star Game

It's only been two weeks since we last did this exercise, but enough has changed to warrant an update.

Pistons' Saddiq Bey sinks Warriors with buzzer-beating 3-pointer

Draymond Green teases podcast return with 'I'm back' nod to Michael Jordan

The Warriors forward channeled Michael Jordan on Wednesday when he revealed that new podcast episodes were on the way.

Donovan Mitchell's 71, Kobe Bryant's 81 and the man who called both games

"Kobe had that sneer, that ferocious facial expression. Donovan has a different personality. He has a little bit of a joyful approach to the game, where Kobe was so immersed in every single play." — Chuck Swirsky

2023 is the year of Victor Wembanyama

Victor Wembanyama will likely hear his name called first overall at the 2023 NBA Draft in June, but for now, he's got plenty of unfinished business to handle in France's LNB Pro A league.

The Raptors are wasting another All-NBA season from Pascal Siakam

Who will step up and help Pascal Siakam save the Raptors' season?

LeBron James is still the NBA's greatest show

With the Lakers in Charlotte on Monday night, the 19,000-plus in attendance got to see what we've become accustomed to seeing from LeBron James over the past 20 years: basketball brilliance, sheer dominance, and the greatest show that the league has to offer.

Highest-scoring games of 2022-23 season: Donovan Mitchell tops list

Donovan Mitchell is currently sitting at the top of this season's leaderboard after he dropped 71 points in the Cavaliers' win over the Bulls.

Smart ejected during blowout loss to Thunder

Marcus Smart was tossed from the game after receiving his second technical foul of the night.

GIannis Antetokounmpo explodes for career-high 55 points to lead Milwaukee Bucks past Washington Wizards

Is Rui Hachimura turning the corner for the Wizards?

Rui Hachimura has shown flashes of this type of production before, but he looks like he may have finally put everything together.

The latest on Russell Westbrook's foot injury

Here's everything we know about Westbrook's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.

The latest news on Giannis Antetokounmpo's injury status

Giannis Antetokounmpo was ruled out of the Bucks' game against the Wizards shortly before tip-off due to knee soreness.

Klay Thompson catches fire from three, scores season-high 54 points in Warriors win vs. Hawks

Brooklyn Nets extend win streak to 12 games with win over San Antonio Spurs

LeBron James scores 43 points to power Los Angeles Lakers past Charlotte Hornets

By The Numbers: Donovan Mitchell sets career-high with 71-point game

Mitchell became just the seventh player in NBA history to score 70 or more points in a single game.

Ja Morant moves young Grizzlies fan to tears with special moment

It took Ja Morant less than one day in 2023 to make the entire year of a young Grizzlies fan.

The latest on Andrew Wiggins' injury

Here's everything we know about Andrew Wiggins' injury and the latest news on when he may return.

How James Harden has pushed Joel Embiid to new level of dominance

James Harden has shown why 76ers president of basketball operations Daryl Morey was so eager to place the 10-time All-Star alongside Joel Embiid.

Robert Williams dunk causes extended delay due to uneven rim

The Celtics-Nuggets matchup was delayed by 40 minutes as arena staff had to replace the rim after Robert Williams' dunk.

Power Rankings: New Year's resolutions for all 30 teams

As the calendar flips to 2023, now is as good of a time as ever to take stock of the league.

Tyler Herro drills buzzer-beating 3-pointer as Heat escape against Jazz

Doncic responds to Popovich's pre-game prediction with another scoring outburst

All Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich wanted was to keep Luka Doncic under 50 points.....but the Mavs star had other ideas.

Four key stats behind Nets' 11-game win streak

The Brooklyn Nets are the hottest team in basketball, after reeling off 11 straight wins.

Ja Morant outduels Zion Williamson in Grizzlies win over Pelicans

Revisiting Zion vs. Ja draft debate: Did Pelicans get 2019 No. 1 pick right?

Zion Williamson and Ja Morant are two of the most electrifying young players in the NBA today, but should Morant have been selected No. 1 over Williamson in 2019?

LeBron James puts on a show on 38th birthday with season-high 47 points

On his 38th birthday, LeBron James delivered one of his best games of the season in a win over the Hawks.

Why nobody can stop Zion Williamson from scoring at the basket

Of the 14 field goals Zion Williamson made on his career night against the Timberwolves, there was one in particular that stood out.

Gilgeous-Alexander building strong case to start in All-Star Game

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander might not have entered the 2022-23 season as a household name, but the Thunder guard has quickly proven himself to be one of the NBA's rising stars.

NBA Year in Review 2022: The best moments and performances of the year

Before the calendar flips to 20223, let's hit the pause button and appreciate 12 wildly entertaining months of basketball action.

Ja Morant dishes career-high 17 assists in win over Raptors

Killian Hayes, Mo Wagner suspended for fight in Pistons-Magic game

On Wednesday, Mo Wagner, Killian Hayes and Hamidou Diallo were ejected after a fight broke out during the Pistons-Magic game.

Why Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla is out vs. Clippers

Mazzulla is set to miss his second game due to corneal abrasions in his eyes.

LeBron James expresses frustration after another Lakers loss

James was asked how much longer he sees himself playing after a loss to the Heat. His response raised some eyebrows.

Who will be the 30 best players in the NBA in five years?

Who will be the 30 best players in the NBA five years from now? The debate isn't an easy one but one thing is for certain — the future of the league is in good hands.

DeMar DeRozan and Giannis Antetokounmpo duel in OT thriller

Bol Bol stretches for the monster dunk vs. Pistons

Luka Doncic delivers perfect response after historic triple-double

Luka Doncic became the first player in NBA history to have a 60-point, 20-rebound, 10-assist triple-double in the Mavericks' improbable comeback win over the Knicks.

Examining LeBron James' All-Star case and place in history

If James once again earns an All-Star nod, he would tie Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the most All-Star selections in NBA history.

Doncic rewrites record books with historic 60-point triple-double

Doncic's 60-20-10 performance is the first in NBA history!

Los Angeles Lakers halt four-game losing streak with road win over Orlando Magic

What Magic are saying about Bol Bol, a basketball 'unicorn'

For all of the hype surrounding Victor Wembanyama, who will likely be the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, Bol Bol is doing some similar things. At least, that's what his teammates think.

The latest news on Tyrese Maxey's potential return

The 76ers are beginning to click and with Tyrese Maxey's imminent return, they'll soon receive a big boost to the momentum.

Nuggets' Aaron Gordon hammers home Dunk of the Year candidate in Christmas Day win over Suns

Warriors continue home dominance with Christmas win over Grizzlies

Dirk Nowitzki weighs in on NBA's GOAT debate

Dirk Nowitzki, the GOAT of the Mavericks franchise, has given his take on the neverending NBA GOAT debate.

Best highlights from Jayson Tatum's masterful Christmas performance

The night was mostly about Jayson Tatum, who finished with 41 points, including a 20-point third quarter. The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates from all of the action.

Best highlights from LeBron James' Christmas Day game

The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates from Lakers vs. Mavericks on Christmas Day. Check out the best highlights from James' performance right here.

James Harden shrugs off rumors about potential return to Rockets

Could James Harden rejoin the Rockets in free agency?

LeBron set to pass Kobe as NBA all-time leader in Christmas Day games played

When the Lakers take on the Mavericks on Christmas Day in 2022, LeBron James will become the all-time leader in games played on the holiday.

Jamal Murray is the biggest X-factor in the West

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.

What time are Christmas NBA games today?

With five games of action spanning the entirety of the day, we have you covered with tip-off times and how to watch each NBA game on Christmas Day.

How to watch Christmas NBA games in India

Jayson Tatum, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nikola Jokic and Devin Booker are among the stars who will take the floor on Christmas Day in 2022.

How Ja Morant tweet and Draymond Green trash talk led to Christmas game

Ja Morant and Draymond Green spoke Warriors vs. Grizzlies on Christmas Day into existence.

Who is playing on Christmas Day? Here's the full schedule

The Sporting News has you covered with everything you need to know about each Christmas Day matchup.

How old is Hubie Brown? Hall of Famer calling Lakers-Mavs Christmas game

Hubie Brown is on the broadcast for the Lakers-Mavericks Christmas Day game.

NBA Christmas records: All-time leaders for points, assists, rebounds and more

The Sporting News has you covered with the NBA's Christmas Day single game and all-time leaders.

Complete guide to NBA Christmas Day 2022

For the 15th straight year, basketball fans get to unwrap the gift of five NBA games on Christmas Day, a tradition that will never get old.

Luka Doncic ties Dirk Nowitzki for most 50-point games in Dallas Mavericks franchise history

How long is Heat star Jimmy Butler out?

Here's everything we know about Butler's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.

Haliburton caps off career night with game-winning three vs. Heat

With 2.6 seconds remaining in the game, Tyrese Haliburton pulled up from deep to give the Pacers a big win on the road against the Heat

2022 G League Winter Showcase roundup: Ontario Clippers take home trophy

The Ontario Clippers took home the 2022 G League Winter Showcase championship. Who were some of the top performers?

Debating NBA player rankings, including Devin Booker vs. Ja Morant

Ranking the NBA's best players seems like an impossible task, but The Sporting News' Global NBA staff took its best shot at sorting out the talent across the league.

LeBron James scrubbing 's' in 'Kings' sent internet into a frenzy

LeBron James is a man of many talents, but Photoshop might not be his thing.

Ranking the best NBA players so far this season

As we close the chapter on the calendar year and move into 2023, it's time for an updated edition of our NBA player rankings.

The latest on Desmond Bane's injury status

Here's everything we know about Bane's injury and when he may return to the court.

Best potential landing spots for DeMar DeRozan

According to sources, DeMar DeRozan could request a trade next offseason. But with the Bulls struggling, could the five-time All-Star be on the move before then?

Will the Hawks eventually trade Trae Young? Well, it's complicated

Rival executives reportedly believe Trae Young could be the next big name to request a trade.

Steve Kerr calls out Warriors after blowout loss to Nets

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.

Christmas Day 2022 highlights new era of NBA rivalries

The NBA has seen rivalries come and go in recent years, but this year's Christmas Day schedule places a spotlight on a new era of rivalries that brings about nostalgic feelings from rivalries past.

Zach LaVine trade rumors: Potential landing spots for Bulls star

Zach LaVine and the Bulls have reportedly not been seeing eye-to-eye. What does his trade value look like? And where could he land?

Brooklyn Nets pile up the points in big win over Golden State Warriors

Siakam joins exclusive 50-point club

Siakam's huge night at Madison Square Garden was not only a career-high but brought the Knicks' eight-game win streak to an end.

What we know about Kyrie Irving's calf injury

As Brooklyn looks to continue its surge toward the top of the East standings, here's what we know about Irving's status with the Nets moving forward.

Tyrese Haliburton vs. Wally Szczerbiak beef, explained

Here's everything you need to know about the beef nobody saw coming.

Dwyane Wade, Dirk Nowitzki headline list of 2023 Hall of Fame nominees

There will be no shortage of star power in the upcoming Basketball Hall of Fame classes.

Is O.G. Anunoby worth Donovan Mitchell-like haul?

It sounds like the Raptors forward is a dream target for a lot of teams. Here's why.

Here's why the Bulls may not have their 2023 first-round pick

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 downplays spat with Monty Williams: 'We a family'

Deandre Ayton and head coach Monty Williams were seen getting into it on the sidelines during Tuesday's game against the Wizards.

Is it time for Raptors, Bulls to join Wembanyama sweepstakes?

Which teams should join the sweepstakes for the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft?

Don't forget about Kevin Durant in competitive MVP race

Kevin Durant, who once seemed destined to leave Brooklyn, has been the driving force behind Brooklyn's surge.

Nikola Jokic's second straight triple-double powers Denver Nuggets past Memphis Grizzlies

New York Knicks cruise past Golden State Warriors to extend win streak to eight games

You won't believe this defensive stop from Giannis

Antetokounmpo had a number of highlight plays against the Pelicans on Monday, but his most impressive sequence of the night came on a possession nobody scored on.

How to vote for NBA All-Star Game 2023, explained

Here's how NBA fans can participate in the All-Star voting process.

Who are potential first-time NBA All-Stars in 2023?

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?

Can Lakers survive Anthony Davis' foot injury?

The Lakers will be without Anthony Davis indefinitely due to a foot injury.

How to create an NBA ID for free: Sign up for 2023 NBA All-Star voting

In order to vote for NBA All-Stars this season, fans must create an NBA ID account on the NBA.com website.

Picking 10 starters for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game

Much can change between now and when All-Star voting closes at the end of January, but here are the 10 players most deserving to start at this point of the season.

SGA sinks Trail Blazers with game-winner at the buzzer

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander capped off another big night with the game-winning bucket to give the Thunder a 123-121 win over the Trail Blazers.

Damian Lillard passes Clyde Drexler as Trail Blazers all-time scoring leader

Damian Lillard added another franchise record to his resume, passing Clyde Drexler for No. 1 on the franchise's all-time scoring charts.

John Collins dishes out keys to Hawks reaching full potential this season

Ahead of his return to the floor, The Sporting News caught up with John Collins, who spoke at length about his recovery process, the challenging nature of this season so far and how the team is blocking outside noise in order to focus on making the most of the season ahead.

The NBA's most unlikely king of the clutch

Yuta Watanabe has been immune to pressure, turning his game up during crunch time of close games and fourth quarters.

Jokic joins Wilt in the record books with historic triple-double

Nikola Jokic stuffed the stat sheet with his 81st career triple-double.

LeBron, Trae Young and more react to World Cup Final between Argentina and France

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.

Devin Booker explodes for 58 points in Suns' come-from-behind win

Devin Booker's 58-point outburst on Saturday night sent the Footprint Center crowd into a frenzy and powered Phoenix to a 118-114 win.

The latest on when Joe Ingles could return for Bucks

Here's everything we know about Joe Ingles' injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.

How LeBron's high school stats foreshadowed NBA career

Revisit LeBron James' high school years by looking back through some of his stats, accolades and top highlights, all of which foreshadowed the player that he has become today.

Kyrie Irving's step-back 3 beats Raptors at the buzzer

Kyrie Irving capped off a 32-point night with a game-winning 3 at the buzzer to deliver a 119-116 win over the Raptors.

Who is Lakers' Max Christie?

The Los Angeles Lakers added Max Christie with the No. 35 overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft.

Grizzlies bench participates in crowd wave vs. Bucks

The Grizzlies took advantage of a rare blowout win vs. Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks.

Nets fined for benching eight players in win against Pacers

No Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving or six other players. Brooklyn still won 136-133.

Can the Warriors survive without Stephen Curry?

How the Warriors manage without their star guard will be pivotal to their hopes of climbing up the standings in a stacked Western Conference.

The latest on when Robert Williams could return to Celtics

Here's everything we know about Robert Williams III's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.

James, Davis and Westbrook are failing Lakers in clutch time

While Russell Westbrook has been a convenient scapegoat for fans and media members — and yes, we'll talk about him — the Lakers' top two players also deserve some blame here.

Chris Paul, Suns snap five-game losing streak with road win vs. shorthanded Clippers

Ja Morant's triple-double leads Memphis Grizzlies to dominant win vs. Milwaukee Bucks

From Abu Dhabi to Tokyo: Complete list of international NBA games

On Saturday, the Spurs and Heat will face off in Mexico City.

BAL set to return for third season in 2023

The season, which begins on March 11, 2023, will again feature the top 12 club teams from 12 African countries.

Four NBA trades we want to see

The Sporting News NBA.com staff takes a look at four potential trades they'd like to see happen before the Feb. 9 trade deadline.

Get the latest updates on Stephen Curry's shoulder injury

Stephen Curry was hurt trying to strip the ball from a driving Jalen Smith.

How much are the Lakers' picks in 2027 and 2029 actually worth?

The chatter around the Lakers' picks seems to suggest that they will surely be good-to-great, but is that a fair assessment of their value?

Full list of players that become eligible to be traded on Dec. 15

On Dec. 15, over 70 players that signed contracts in the 2022 offseason become eligible to be traded.

What are the best all-time NBA games on Christmas?

From Wilt Chamberlain's 50-point, 30-rebound double-double in 1961 to Kyrie Irving's game-winner in 2016 and everything in between.

LaMelo Ball's return from ankle injury is on the horizon

LaMelo Ball reinjured the same ankle that kept him sidelined for the first 13 games of the season. Here's what we know about Ball's injury so far.

The latest on Jalen Brunson's foot injury

Here's everything we know about Brunson's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.

Why Kawhi Leonard's stats don't tell the full story of his return

When healthy, the superstar version of Leonard completes the Clippers' championship puzzle, but is he still capable of performing at that level? The stats may serve as a starting point, but the eye test answers that question better than any numbers could. 

NBA Jersey Day: Ranking the top 10 throwback uniforms of all time

Dec. 14 marks the third annual #NBAJerseyDay. SN ranks the top 10 throwback jerseys in NBA history.

What was your favorite NBA jersey growing up?

In honor of the third-annual #NBAJerseyDay on Dec. 14, our NBA.com staff discusses their favorite NBA jersey they owned growing up as a kid.

Best landing spots for DeRozan if Bulls star isn't untouchable

How good is DeRozan and which teams are an option for him if the Bulls do decide to take calls?

NBA players marvel at wild ending in Celtics-Lakers overtime thriller

The back-and-forth contest had the Twitter timeline running hot as players, past and present watched on as the Celtics and Lakers rivalry added yet another big game to the record.

Tatum's MVP performance leads Celtics past Lakers in chaotic overtime comeback

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.

Giannis Antetokunmpo double-double powers Bucks past Warriors

Five cool easter eggs on The Michael Jordan MVP Trophy

The NBA paid tribute to all of Jordan's accomplishments in some pretty cool ways on the reimagined trophy.

Who is NBA's Clutch Player of the Year so far?

It's admittedly tough to call Gilgeous-Alexander the most clutch player in the league when the Thunder are only 11-16 this season, but they'd be the worst team in the league without his heroics.

Luka Doncic heaps praise on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander after Mavericks' win

Doncic is one of only two players in the NBA currently averaging more points per game (33.1) than Gilgeous-Alexander (31.2).

The latest news on Devin Booker's hamstring injury

Suns superstar Devin Booker is dealing with a left hamstring injury. Here is the latest on his potential return.

NBA introduces six new trophies for award winners

Introducing six new trophies for the Performance Award Winners, honoring NBA Legends Wilt Chamberlain, John Havlicek, Michael Jordan, George Mikan, Hakeem Olajuwon and Jerry West, designed by Victor Solomon.

Zion Williamson is soaring into the NBA's MVP race

In his third season on the floor, Zion Williamson has loudly entered MVP conversations by propelling New Orleans' dominant play.

Warriors upcoming road trip puts spotlight on bad road record

The Warriors have been two different teams this season — dominant at home and miserable on the road.

Kawhi Leonard and Paul George combine to lead Clippers past Celtics

Cade Cunningham to undergo season-ending surgery

Here's everything we know about Cunningham's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.

Revisiting the 2002 high school battle between LeBron and Carmelo

Long before starring in the NBA as headliners of its 2003 draft class, Carmelo Anthony and LeBron James were two of the most heralded high school prospects in America.

The latest news on Khris Middleton's ankle injury

How long will Milwaukee be without its star forward this time? Here is what we know about Khris Middleton's most recent injury.

LeBron mourns the passing of Paul Silas: 'One of the greatest human beings'

Silas was LeBron's first-ever coach in the NBA, leading the Cleveland Cavaliers between 2003-05.

AJ Griffin's buzzer-beater gives Hawks victory over Bulls in overtime

Joel Embiid explodes for 53 points in 76ers win over Hornets

Live: Zion Williamson, New Orleans Pelicans host Suns for second time in three days

NBA world mourns death of Paul Silas

A number of NBA players past and present, writers and teams have taken to social media to pay their respects to Paul Silas, a legendary player, coach and person.

LeBron James remembers soccer journalist Grant Wahl

James called the death of Wahl a "tragic loss."

The Warriors are wasting the best year of Steph Curry's career

Steph Curry is having a season on par with his MVP years, yet the Warriors are mired in mediocrity. Here's what the Warriors need to do in order to not waste it.

How Stephen Curry changed his game to torch the Celtics in Finals

The 2022 NBA Finals may end up being the crowning achievement of Stephen Curry's career.

Zion Williamson closes out Pelicans' win with incredible 360 windmill dunk

Williamson had a game-high 35 points in the Pelicans' 128-117 win over the Suns.

The latest updates on Stephen Curry's ankle injury

Here's everything we know about Stephen Curry's injury and the latest news on when he may return.

Do the Timberwolves already regret the Rudy Gobert trade?

Friday's matchup between the Timberwolves and Jazz marks Rudy Gobert's first game in Utah since the blockbuster trade.

The origin of Russell Westbrook's signature celebration

After its introduction, Russell Westbrook has brought the rock-the-baby celebration into arenas across the league, setting a trend in the process.

Why 76ers coach Doc Rivers is still standing by P.J. Tucker

Through 24 games, P.J. Tucker has been a glaring weak spot even when accounting for his limited offensive role.