Kyrie Irving reacts to Kevin Durant trade: 'I'm just glad he got out of there'

After his Mavericks debut, Kyrie Irving was asked about the reported blockbuster deal that sent Kevin Durant to the Suns.

Dallas Mavericks edge LA Clippers on the road as Kyrie Irving shines in debut

Handing out grades for the Russell Westbrook trade

What grades did the Lakers, Timberwolves and Jazz earn? Let's break down the three-team trade from every angle.

Which team makes the most sense for Westbrook after buyout?

Where could Russell Westbrook end up after a buyout? Here's a ranking of every team not involved in the trade.

Russell Westbrook trade details: Lakers land D'Angelo Russell in three-team deal

The Lakers will send Russell Westbrook to the Jazz in a three-team trade with the Timberwolves.

Why LeBron James, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar don't have strong relationship

With James now ahead of Abdul-Jabbar on the all-time scoring list, let's take a look back at what these basketball legends have said about each other in recent years.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar clears air on LeBron James breaking all-time scoring record

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar published an article on his Substack to clear the air on his feelings toward LeBron James breaking the all-time scoring record.

Infographic: The stats behind LeBron becoming all-time scoring king

LeBron James is officially the NBA's all-time leading scorer. After passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, we broke down his career points record through the lens of his best games, teammates, opponents and so much more.

LeBron James' scoring record a reminder of his incredible legacy

In commemoration and celebration of LeBron James' achievement, The Sporting News takes a look back at his journey from being the most hyped prospect in the history of American sports to becoming the NBA's all-time scoring king. 

Yes, LeBron is the GOAT scorer... here's why.

LeBron James is officially the NBA's all-time leading scorer after passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Beyond holding the all-time record, here's why James holds the all-time edge over Michael Jordan, Wilt Chamberlain, Kevin Durant and more.

Six players most likely to be traded at 2023 deadline

The amount of information circulating throughout the league makes it impossible to predict exactly what will transpire before the 3 p.m. ET buzzer on Thursday. We can throw out some educated guesses, though.

Projecting which NBA stars could pass LeBron on all-time scoring list

LeBron James has an opinion on the five players that he believes are most likely to challenge his scoring record. What is the likelihood for each player on his list?

Four Kyrie Irving questions: How trade with Nets impacts Mavericks' future

There's been plenty of discussion on the immediate impact of Irving joining Luka Doncic and the Mavericks. Here are some answers to the long-term questions arising from the trade.

LeBron vs. Kareem: First points, signature shots and more

The All-Star forward's latest accomplishment will serve as another reminder of how James and Abdul-Jabbar managed to put together two of the greatest careers in sports history.

Remembering LeBron James' first bucket

As we commemorate LeBron James surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's career mark of 38,387 points, let's look back to the bucket that first got James on the board.

Sights and sounds from LeBron's record-breaking night in LA

It was a night of celebration at Crypto.com Arena as LeBron James passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's record for the most points in NBA history.

LeBron James passes Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on all-time scoring list

James has surpassed Abdul-Jabbar and is on pace to widen the gap between the two basketball legends before the end of the 2022-23 season.

WATCH: This is what all of LeBron's 38K points look like

On his way to becoming the NBA's all-time leading scorer, LeBron James made over 14,000 career shots. This is what every single one of them looks like layered on top, beginning with his first-ever bucket.

2023 NBA Rising Stars draft results: Paolo Banchero goes No. 1 overall

NBA legend Pau Gasol selected Magic star forward Paolo Banchero with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Rising Stars draft.

How to stop LeBron: MJ, Kobe and more offer defensive strategies

Here are some of the scouting reports on LeBron James — from the players who have guarded him the best, the all-time greats who have studied him and the guys who are still battling against him today.

Lakers trade deadline primer: Potential trade targets and storylines

The Lakers will be one of the most interesting teams at the trade deadline as they look to put contender-level pieces around LeBron James and Anthony Davis.

Klay Thompson scores 42 Points as Warriors cruise to big win over Thunder

Josh Green erupts for career-high 29 points to lead Dallas Mavericks past Utah Jazz

What number will Kyrie Irving wear in Dallas?

As reality sets in and we begin to envision Irving in a Mavs uniform next to Luka Doncic, there's just one thing missing from the vision… the digit or digits on Irving's Mavs jersey.

LeBron James expresses disappointment in Lakers not getting Kyrie Irving

The Lakers were among the teams said to be interested in Irving after he requested a trade.

The latest on Devin Booker's groin injury

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

The domino effect of Stephen Curry's injury on the league

With one of the NBA's top talents potentially missing extended time, there is sure to be a widespread impact of Stephen Curry's latest setback.

Breaking down the fit between Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic

Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic have a number of questions to answer to reach their full potential as a duo.

Alex Caruso is this year's most underrated trade deadline target

Caruso is a playoff-tested former champion whose defense could help any contender, and that's exactly why he has begun to garner interest throughout the league.

Why Lakers were unable to complete Kyrie Irving trade with Nets

The Lakers had previously expressed interest in acquiring Irving, and LeBron James wasn't exactly subtle about his thoughts on a reunion with his former Cavaliers teammate.

Trade grades: Mavs acquire Kyrie Irving to pair with Luka Doncic

How did the Nets and Mavericks fare in this deal? The Sporting News breaks down trade grades for each team below.

NBA world reacts to Kyrie Irving's trade from Nets to Mavericks

The pairing of Irving and Luka Doncic has drawn plenty of reactions from across the NBA world.

Mavericks land Kyrie Irving in blockbuster trade

Eight-time All-Star Kyrie Irving is on the move midway through his fourth season with the Nets.

Nikola Jokic records another triple-double in win over Hawks

Giannis Antetokounmpo's triple-double powers Bucks to 7th straight win

Why Clippers have emerged as strong suitor for Kyrie Irving

There are a number of reasons that allow the Clippers to stand out from the pack from other reported suitors.

LeBron James fans flames of Kyrie Irving to Lakers rumors, again

On Friday, LeBron James fanned the flames of the rumors with a simple tweet. On Saturday, he addressed recent rumors with a deflection followed by a rather direct answer.

Kyrie Irving and 'Hélà': The meaning behind his Native American name

Kyrie Irving's social media posts often include references to the word "Hélà." Where did the word come from? And what does it mean?

Lakers, Mavericks among best landing spots for Kyrie Irving

With less than a week remaining before this season's trade deadline, The Athletic's Shams Charania broke the news that Kyrie Irving has requested a trade from the Nets.

Why did Kyrie Irving request trade from Nets?

Irving is in the midst of one of the best seasons of his career, averaging 27.1 points, 5.3 assists and 5.1 rebounds per game. What prompted him to hit the eject button?

The latest updates on Ben Simmons' knee setback

Ben Simmons has experienced another setback in a season of ups and downs with the Nets.

Tracking the biggest moves in WNBA free agency

As the landscape shifts, we've got you covered with some of the biggest transactions that are highlighting a busy offseason in the WNBA.

How to make your fake NBA trades suck less

With great trade machines come great responsibility. Here are a few tips to make your fake trades at least slightly more realistic.

Giannis Antetokounmpo dominates with 54 points as Bucks hold off Clippers in a thriller

Which players became first-time All-Stars this season?

The NBA revealed the 2023 All-Star reserves on Thursday night, and four players were excited to hear their names called for the first time.

Booker, Davis and Siakam headline list of All-Star snubs

The NBA announced the reserves for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game on Thursday. Who just missed the cut?

NBA All-Star voting results 2023: Reserves, full rosters revealed

Ahead of this year's festivities, the "NBA on TNT" crew will reveal the starters and reserves from each conference.

When are reserves for the 2023 All-Star Game announced?

Below, find information on when reserves will be announced, how voting works, as well as other notable aspects of the voting process.

Picking East, West reserves for 2023 NBA All-Star Game

With the starters already announced, how should the rest of the All-Star rosters be filled out?

Steve Kerr blasts Warriors late-game execution in OT loss to Wolves

The Warriors led by 14 points in the fourth quarter before letting the Timberwolves take control of the game with sloppy turnovers.

Damian Lillard goes off for 42 points as Portland Trail Blazers edge Memphis Grizzlies

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown power Celtics to huge win over Nets at home

The latest updates from Tyrese Haliburton's knee injury

Tyrese Haliburton left the arena on crutches after the Pacers' loss to the Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Jan. 11.

Kobe, Gianna Bryant inspired Rui Hachimura to choose new jersey number

At his introductory press conference, Hachimura expressed his admiration for the Hall of Famer, saying that Bryant was the reason why he began playing basketball.

Kyrie Irving is stepping up when the Nets need it most

With Kevin Durant out of the lineup, Kyrie Irving has caught fire to keep the Nets afloat.

Nikola Jokic triple-double leads Nuggets to victory as Pelicans lose ninth-straight game

LeBron James enters top-five on NBA all-time assists list

LeBron James has passed Mark Jackson and Steve Nash to climb into the top five on the NBA's all-time assists leaderboard.

Full player pool revealed for 2023 Rising Stars Challenge

The NBA announced the player pool for the Rising Stars Game at 2023 NBA All-Star Weekend in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Can you name the 12 players to score 50 this season?

Luka Doncic is one of five players this season to record multiple 50-point games.

Luka Doncic returns from injury with 53 points in Mavericks win over Pistons

Kyrie Irving powers Brooklyn Nets to victory over shorthanded Los Angeles Lakers

Giannis Antetokounmpo erupts for 50 PTS to lead Milwaukee Bucks past New Orleans Pelicans

Cedi Osman catches fire to lead Cleveland Cavaliers to big home win over LA Clippers

No-call foul on LeBron becomes talking point of Celtics' OT win over Lakers

The Lakers had a chance to win the game on the final play of regulation but a missed foul call on LeBron James allowed the Celtics to extend the contest into overtime, coming away with a victory over Los Angeles.

Joel Embiid (47 PTS) wins MVP candidate duel with Nikola Jokic

Does Jalen Brunson or Julius Randle have stronger All-Star reserve case?

Jalen Brunson and Julius Randle have both played at a high level for the Knicks, but which player deserves to make the trip to Salt Lake City this year?

Julius Randle scores 37 points as New York Knicks edge Boston Celtics in overtime

NBA players, teams pay tribute to Kobe Bryant on anniversary of death

On the three-year anniversary of Kobe Bryant's death, NBA players and teams paid tribute to the Black Mamba.

When is the 2023 NBA All-Star Game? Date, time & more

Everything you need to know about the 2023 NBA All-Star Game in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Where is the 2023 NBA All-Star Game? Dates, locations & more

NBA All-Star Weekend is an opportunity for the league to showcase its brightest and best stars.

Who deserves to start in the 2023 NBA All-Star Game?

It's been a year of stacked performances in the NBA, but only two guards and three frontcourt players from each conference get the honor of starting in the All-Star Game.

Damian Lillard erupts for season-high 60 points in Trail Blazers win over Jazz

Jordan Poole buries game-winner as Golden State Warriors hand Memphis Grizzlies 4th-straight loss

Joel Embiid leads Philadelphia 76ers to victory over Brooklyn Nets in Ben Simmons' return

LeBron James' frustrations with Lakers go beyond just another loss

James' exasperation was visible during and after the Lakers' 133-115 loss to the Clippers on Tuesday night.

The latest news on Brandon Ingram's toe injury

Here's what we know about Brandon Ingram's injury and his status with the Pelicans moving forward.

The latest news on Anthony Davis' imminent return from injury

Here's what we know about Anthony Davis' injury and when to expect him back on the floor.

Regrading the Ben Simmons-James Harden trade one year later

Feb. 10 marks the one-year anniversary of the deal that saw James Harden and Ben Simmons swap teams. How does that trade look today?

NBA Dunks of the Year: Top candidates from Ja Morant to Aaron Gordon

What has been the best dunk of the NBA season so far?

LeBron James joins Kobe Bryant in NBA record books with historic 40-point feat

LeBron James has now scored 40 points against every NBA team he's played against.

The latest on Dyson Daniels' ankle injury

Daniels suffered an ankle injury in the second quarter against the Nuggets and did not return to the game.

Lakers legend Magic Johnson weighs in on Rui Hachimura trade

Johnson said that Hachimura is going to "really help the Lakers on both ends of the court," adding that his length and size will make a difference defensively.

LeBron and the Lakers deserve more respect in West's playoff race

As much pleasure as the internet has gotten from dunking on the Lakers' misfortunes over the last two seasons, now might be the time to start shifting the types of conversations being had about what's going on in Los Angeles.

What is NBA Rivals Week? Celtics vs. Lakers headlines list of marquee matchups

The NBA will debut its new "Rivals Week" from Tuesday, Jan. 24 to Saturday, Jan. 28.

Sacramento Kings light up from 3-point line to cruise to big win over Memphis Grizzlies

Why Rui Hachimura is a perfect fit on Lakers next to LeBron, AD

Rui Hachimura's presence on the Lakers should help address a number of the team's weaknesses, and also unlock much of his game that was being underutilized in Washington

Lakers land former top-10 pick to bolster wing depth

The Lakers will reportedly acquire Rui Hachimura from the Wizards for Kendrick Nunn and three second-round picks.

Grading the Lakers move to acquire Rui Hachimura

How did each team fare in the deal? The Sporting News has trade grades for both the Lakers and Wizards below.

LeBron James powers Los Angeles Lakers to monster comeback win over Portland Trail Blazers

Kyrie Irving outduels Stephen Curry as Brooklyn Nets sweep season series vs. Golden State Warriors

The latest on Giannis Antetokounmpo's knee injury

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

On This Date in NBA History: Kobe Bryant scores 81 on Raptors

Kyrie Irving goes off for 48 points, leads Nets past Jazz

Kawhi Leonard notches season-high 36 points in win over Spurs

Steph Curry has a habit of draining half-court shots

The all-time 3-point leader drained a ridiculous half-court shot at the halftime buzzer against the Celtics. His latest puts him in the history books.

How long is Christian Wood out?

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

When does WNBA free agency start in 2023?

Multiple All-Stars will be looking for new deals this offseason, including Breanna Stewart, Candace Parker and Nneka Ogwumike.

Ranking the 10 WNBA free agents to keep an eye on

Gear up for what could be a busy WNBA offseason full of trades and major signings, as free agency opens on Saturday, Jan. 21.

Smush Parker describes challenging player-to-referee transition

"It's a harder journey to make it to the NBA as a referee than as a player," Parker told The Sporting News.

Jayson Tatum, Celtics take down Warriors in OT in NBA Finals rematch

The latest update on Jaylen Brown's groin injury

How long will the Celtics be without their All-Star swingman?

Takeaways from final fan vote returns for 2023 NBA All-Star Game

The NBA revealed the third and final fan vote returns for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game on Thursday, Jan. 19, two days before voting comes to an end.

Latest fan vote results ahead of 2023 NBA All-Star Game

The fan vote accounts for 50 percent of the total vote to determine the starters for the NBA All-Star Game.

When you can expect All-Star starter and reserve reveals

Here's when you can expect both the starters and reserves for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game to be announced.

The good and bad from Stephen Curry since returning from injury

Since returning, Curry has averaged almost as many turnovers and fouls as assists while shooting just 31 percent from the 3-point line.

Kevin Durant trade regret rankings: Where do Raptors, Suns land?

Which general managers should feel the deepest sense of regret when they see Kevin Durant in a Nets jersey?

Atlanta Hawks win fourth game in a row, defeating Dallas Mavericks on the road

Memphis Grizzlies edge Cleveland Cavaliers to extend win streak to 11 games

How long is Suns forward Cameron Johnson out?

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

Why Trae Young (probably) won't be an All-Star this season

While the Hawks guard has once again posted impressive counting stats, a deeper look at Young's play and the bigger picture in Atlanta shows why he may not be a participant in this year's festivities.

Joel Embiid goes off for 41 PTS & 9 REB vs. Clippers

Nikola Jokic's triple-double outlasts Damian Lillard's 44 points

Can you name each father-son combo that LeBron James has faced?

Since making his debut in 2003, LeBron James has been a part of multiple eras — and generations — of NBA basketball. The fact holds true in more ways than one.

LeBron's season-high 48-points holds off Rockets

LeBron James' season-high 48-point performance leads Los Angeles Lakers past Houston Rockets

RJ Barrett (32 points) Highlights vs. Toronto Raptors

Jimmy Butler drops 34 Points in loss to Hawks

Vote here for your favorite NBA All-Star starters

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.

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.