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May 06, 2024

Mavericks sign Kidd to extension amid Lakers link
Dallas Mavericks sign head coach Jason Kidd, 51, to a multiyear contract extension.

ESPN NBA
May 05, 2024

Predicting Pacers-Knicks and Wolves-Nuggets conference semifinal matchups
Which teams will reach the conference finals? Our experts make their picks for each second-round matchup.

ESPN NBA
May 05, 2024

Why wait? Malone wants better starts by Nuggets
Denver's starters haven't been getting off to great starts this postseason, and Nuggets coach Michael Malone said that needs to change.

ESPN NBA
May 05, 2024

Mitchell, 'tired of losing,' keys Cavs' comeback
Donovan Mitchell had 39 points and led a second-half charge as the Cavs overcame an 18-point deficit to beat the Magic in Game 7.

ESPN NBA
May 05, 2024

Mitchell, Cavs storm back, oust Magic in Game 7
Donovan Mitchell had 39 points and led a second-half charge as the Cavs overcame an 18-point deficit to beat the Magic in Game 7.

ESPN NBA
May 05, 2024

Predicting Pacers-Knicks and other conference semifinal matchups
Which teams will reach the conference finals? Our experts make their picks for each second-round matchup.

ESPN NBA
May 05, 2024

Magic's Harris returns for Gm. 7; Cavs' Allen out
Magic guard Gary Harris, who missed Game 6 with a hamstring strain, will return for Game 7, while Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen has been ruled out of Sunday's game.

ESPN NBA
May 05, 2024

Edwards outduels Jokic: Wolves 'know who we are'
Anthony Edwards scored a playoff career-high 43 points to lift the Timberwolves over the Nuggets in Game 1.

ESPN NBA
May 04, 2024

Edwards drops 43 as Wolves steal Game 1 in Denver
Anthony Edwards scored a playoff career-high 43 points to lift the Timberwolves over the Nuggets in Game 1.

ESPN NBA
May 04, 2024

Follow live: Nuggets host Timberwolves as Western Conference semis begin
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ESPN NBA
May 04, 2024

Former Laker Morris dies at 33, family announces
Former Michigan Wolverines standout and Lakers draft pick Darius Morris, who averaged 3.3 points in 132 career games with Los Angeles and four other teams across four NBA seasons, has died at 33, his family announced on Saturday.

ESPN NBA
May 04, 2024

Wolves' Finch will coach courtside after surgery
Minnesota Timberwolves coach Chris Finch, who underwent surgery Wednesday to repair a ruptured patellar tendon in his right knee, will sit in a seat slightly behind the rest of the courtside seats for Saturday's Game 1 vs. the Denver Nuggets.

ESPN NBA
May 04, 2024

Sources: Mavs' Kleber (AC joint) out indefinitely
Dallas Mavericks big man Maxi Kleber has a third-degree dislocation of the AC joint of his right shoulder and will be sidelined indefinitely, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
May 04, 2024

Sources: Ball picks up $21.4M option with Bulls
Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball exercised the $21.4 million option on his contract for the 2024-2025 season, sources told ESPN on Saturday.

ESPN NBA
May 04, 2024

The Phil Jackson-sized hole plaguing the Los Angeles Lakers
The Lakers will hire their seventh coach since 2011 as yet another summer of upheaval and searching begins. The question now is: Why does this keep happening?

ESPN NBA
May 04, 2024

Lakers' Russell fined $25K for verbal abuse of ref
The NBA has fined Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell $25,000 for verbally abusing a game official shortly after the Lakers were eliminated from the playoffs by the Denver Nuggets earlier this week.

ESPN NBA
May 04, 2024

Six coaches in 13 years: What's behind this constant churn for the Lakers
The Lakers will hire their seventh coach since 2011 as yet another summer of upheaval and searching begins. The question now is: Why does this keep happening?

ESPN NBA
May 04, 2024

Predicting Wolves-Nuggets, Pacers-Knicks and other conference semifinal matchups
Which teams will reach the conference finals? Our experts make their picks for each second-round matchup.

ESPN NBA
May 04, 2024

Kyrie vanquishes Clips in 2nd half; Mavs move on
Kyrie Irving exploded in the second half to help Luka Doncic and the Mavericks finally get over the hump vs. the Clippers with a decisive Game 6 win.

ESPN NBA
May 04, 2024

George, Harden mum on future as Clips fall again
Paul George said he could see himself stay with the Clippers alongside Kawhi Leonard and James Harden but remained noncommittal when asked about his future.

ESPN NBA
May 04, 2024

Dallas spent trade season surrounding Luka with lob threats -- it's working
The Mavericks might have dealt their way into the perfect supporting cast around Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving.

ESPN NBA
May 04, 2024

Luka, Kyrie vanquish Clips, move on to face OKC
Kyrie Irving exploded in the second half to help Luka Doncic and the Mavericks finally get over the hump vs. the Clippers with a decisive Game 6 win.

ESPN NBA
May 04, 2024

Magic 'stay the course,' overcome Mitchell's 50
Paolo Banchero scored 10 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter, helping the Orlando Magic overcome Donovan Mitchell's 50 points and hold off the Cleveland Cavaliers 103-96 on Friday night to force a decisive Game 7.

ESPN NBA
May 03, 2024

Magic survive Mitchell's 50 points, force Game 7
Paolo Banchero scored 10 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter, helping the Orlando Magic overcome Donovan Mitchell's 50 points and hold off the Cleveland Cavaliers 103-96 on Friday night to force a decisive Game 7.

ESPN NBA
May 03, 2024

Bronny among 78 invited to NBA draft combine
The NBA sent mandatory invites to 78 players -- including USC's Bronny James -- to the 2024 NBA draft combine.

ESPN NBA
May 03, 2024

Cavs' Allen, Magic's Harris ruled out for Game 6
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ESPN NBA
May 03, 2024

'By: Jayson Tatum': Celtics star's shoe-tying tutorial goes viral
Jayson Tatum's first YouTube video in 11 years was an educational classic.

ESPN NBA
May 03, 2024

Sources: Clips look to lock up Lue with extension
The Clippers plan to pursue a contract extension with head coach Ty Lue, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. Lue has one more year on his contract.

ESPN NBA
May 03, 2024

Giannis: Wasn't nearing return before Bucks exit
Giannis Antetokounmpo says he "tried my best" to get back on the floor for the Bucks' first-round playoff loss to the Pacers but acknowledged he "wasn't even close" to playing.

ESPN NBA
May 03, 2024

Lakers fire Ham after 2 postseason appearances
Darvin Ham has been fired as Lakers head coach after reaching the Western Conference finals last year and winning the inaugural in-season tournament.

ESPN NBA
May 03, 2024

Teen's attorneys in Morant fight suit withdrawing
Lawyers for a teenager who is suing Ja Morant over a fight during an offseason pickup game in 2022 can withdraw from the case after citing irreconcilable conflicts with their client, a Tennessee judge ruled.

ESPN NBA
May 03, 2024

Sources: NBA, books in talks after Porter scandal
In the aftermath of the Jontay Porter betting scandal, the NBA and its partner sportsbooks are discussing changes to betting menus to combat similar occurrences in the future, according to multiple sources.

ESPN NBA
May 03, 2024

Beverley to 'be better' after fan, media incidents
Bucks guard Pat Beverley says he has to "be better" after an incidents with a fan and a member of the media following Milwaukee's season-ending loss.

ESPN NBA
May 03, 2024

How a major trade and two coaching changes delivered another first-round exit in Milwaukee
Despite two coaching swaps and adding Damian Lillard, the Bucks were eliminated without a healthy Giannis.

ESPN NBA
May 03, 2024

Philly's playoff exit raises a slew of questions -- and dramatically answered another
Injuries continue to haunt Joel Embiid and the 76ers as they exit the playoffs. But, behind Tyrese Maxey's rise and an offseason full of options, Philly has reasons for optimism despite its first-round defeat.

ESPN NBA
May 03, 2024

'That's all we've known growing up': Chippiness fueling Magic's playoff run
The Magic must rely more on what got them back into the series against the Cavs -- physicality, a core of young players, and a bit of trash talking.

ESPN NBA
May 03, 2024

'Frustrating': Lillard laments injuries after loss
Damian Lillard returned from his right Achilles injury, but the Bucks lost to the Pacers to end their season. Giannis Antetokounmpo missed the entire playoff series because of a left calf strain.

ESPN NBA
May 03, 2024

Clippers rule out Kawhi for Game 6 at Mavericks
Clippers' star Kawhi Leonard will miss his third straight game since playing limited minutes in Game 3 because of inflammation in his surgically repaired right knee.

ESPN NBA
May 03, 2024

2024 NBA playoffs roundtable: What to watch heading into massive Game 6 matchups
There are still two first-round series up for grabs. Our NBA insiders break down what to watch heading into these massive Game 6 matchups.

ESPN NBA
May 03, 2024

Brunson, Hart heroics send Knicks by Sixers in 6
The Knicks escape the 76ers with a thrilling 118-115 victory in Game 6 of this first-round classic.

ESPN NBA
May 03, 2024

Most annoying game of Duck Duck Goose: The old-man style turbocharging Knicks
Brunson's ground-bound game exasperates opponents across the NBA -- and is fueling the most exciting Knicks season in decades.

ESPN NBA
May 03, 2024

The NBA's new Iron Man: Buddy Hield's 86-game season
The 76ers sharpshooter is in the playoffs for the first time in his eight-year career. Here's why he needed more games than most to get there.

ESPN NBA
May 02, 2024

How a blockbuster trade and two coaching changes delivered another first-round exit in Milwaukee
Despite two coaching swaps and the addition of Damian Lillard, the Milwaukee Bucks were eliminated from the postseason without a healthy Giannis Antetokounmpo.

ESPN NBA
May 02, 2024

Follow live: Sixers hope to stay in the win column in Game 6 vs. Knicks
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ESPN NBA
May 02, 2024

Toppin, McConnell help Pacers eliminate Bucks
Obi Toppin scored 21 points, T.J. McConnell had 20 points and nine assists and the Pacers won a playoff series for the first time in a decade, beating the Bucks 120-98 in Game 6.

ESPN NBA
May 02, 2024

Clippers rule out Kawhi for Game 6 at Mavs
Clippers' star Kawhi Leonard will miss his third straight game since playing limited minutes in Game 3 because of inflammation in his surgically repaired right knee.

ESPN NBA
May 02, 2024

Follow live: Bucks fight for Game 6 win vs. Pacers
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ESPN NBA
May 02, 2024

Bucks' Lillard returns for must-win; Giannis out
Bucks star guard Damian Lillard returned for a must-win Game 6 vs. the Pacers on Thursday, while two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo was ruled out.

ESPN NBA
May 02, 2024

Warriors exec Saleh joins Hawks as assistant GM
Onsi Saleh, who served in the Warriors' front office since 2021, has been hired by the Hawks as an assistant general manager.

ESPN NBA
May 02, 2024

Wolves' Finch leads practice day after surgery
One day after having surgery to repair the ruptured patellar tendon in his right knee, Minnesota Timberwolves coach Chris Finch was back leading his team through practice on Thursday.

ESPN NBA
May 02, 2024

Cavs' Allen (rib) skips practice, uncertain for G6
Cleveland Cavaliers starting center Jarrett Allen did not practice as he continues to be slowed by a painful rib injury that could keep him out of Friday night's critical Game 6 in Orlando.

ESPN NBA
May 02, 2024

Lillard now questionable for Bucks' must-win
Milwaukee Bucks star guard Damian Lillard has been upgraded from doubtful to questionable for Thursday's Game 6 of the Eastern Conference first-round series against the Indiana Pacers in Indianapolis.

ESPN NBA
May 02, 2024

Bulls' Caruso honored with NBA's Hustle Award
The Bulls' Alex Caruso, one of nine qualifying players this season to average at least a steal and a block per game, was honored with the NBA's Hustle Award.

ESPN NBA
May 02, 2024

Sixers owners buy G6 tickets to block Knicks fans
The owners of the 76ers and former minority owner Michael Rubin have purchased tickets for Game 6 of Philadelphia's playoff series against the Knicks in an attempt to block New York fans from once again overrunning Wells Fargo Center.

ESPN NBA
May 02, 2024

Who will win between Jokic, Luka and SGA?
Who will win the MVP award between the Nuggets' Nikola Jokic, the Mavericks' Luka Doncic, and the Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander?

ESPN NBA
May 02, 2024

Playoffs roundtable: What to watch heading into massive Game 6 matchups
Four first-round series are still up for grabs in the East and the West. Our NBA insiders break down what to watch.

ESPN NBA
May 02, 2024

2024 MVP: Who will win between Jokic, Luka and SGA?
Who will win the MVP award between the Nuggets' Nikola Jokic, the Mavericks' Luka Doncic, and the Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander?

ESPN NBA
May 02, 2024

Clips on brink but still believe, cite recent history
Following their worst postseason loss in franchise history in what could have been their final game at Crypto.com Arena, the Clippers head to Dallas for Game 6 leaning on the fact that they have been in this exact situation before.

ESPN NBA
May 02, 2024

Luka overcomes illness, knee to put Mavs up 3-2
Luka Doncic put up 35 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists despite playing through illness and a sprained knee.

ESPN NBA
May 01, 2024

Follow live: Mavs, Clippers meet in Game 5 showdown
Follow live: Mavs, Clippers meet in Game 5 showdown

ESPN NBA
May 01, 2024

Ishbia says Suns in 'great position,' mum on Vogel
Days after the Suns' season ended in a playoff sweep, owner Mat Ishbia disputed the narrative that "the house is burning" but declined to say whether the team would retain coach Frank Vogel next season.

ESPN NBA
May 01, 2024

Celtics 'learning from our mistakes,' close out Heat
Jaylen Brown and Derrick White each scored 25 points and the Celtics advanced to the Eastern Conference semifinals, beating the short-handed Heat 118-84 in Game 5 on Wednesday night.

ESPN NBA
May 01, 2024

Celtics 'learning from our mistakes,' slay Heat
Jaylen Brown and Derrick White each scored 25 points and the Celtics advanced to the Eastern Conference semifinals, beating the short-handed Heat 118-84 in Game 5 on Wednesday night.

ESPN NBA
May 01, 2024

Celtics finish off Heat in 34-point Game 5 rout
Jaylen Brown and Derrick White each scored 25 points and the Celtics advanced to the Eastern Conference semifinals, beating the short-handed Heat 118-84 in Game 5 on Wednesday night.

ESPN NBA
May 01, 2024

Follow live: Celtics look to finish off Heat in Game 5
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ESPN NBA
May 01, 2024

'Dallas to Cancun': Mavericks trolled by billboard ahead of Game 5 against Clippers
With their Western Conference first-round series tied at two games apiece, the Dallas Mavericks were trolled by a billboard outside of Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday.

ESPN NBA
May 01, 2024

NBA: Refs missed Maxey travel on 4-point play
Officials missed a travel on 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey with 25.4 seconds to go in Tuesday's Game 5 win over the Knicks, the NBA said on Wednesday.

ESPN NBA
May 01, 2024

Wolves expect Finch to travel to Denver for G1
The Timberwolves are planning for coach Chris Finch to be with them in Denver following his knee surgery - and considering seating configurations that would allow him to safely be on the bench during games.

ESPN NBA
May 01, 2024

Porter's brother arrested on suspicion of DWI
Jevon Porter, the younger brother of Nuggets star Michael Porter Jr., was arrested Friday night in Missouri on suspicion of DWI.

ESPN NBA
May 01, 2024

Luka: Knee 'not good' but still ready for Game 5
Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic declared himself ready for Wednesday's pivotal Game 5 against the LA Clippers but acknowledged that he would "probably not" be playing on his sprained right knee if this were the regular season.

ESPN NBA
May 01, 2024

Wolves' Conley named NBA's Teammate of Year
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley was named the NBA's Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year Wednesday.

ESPN NBA
May 01, 2024

The NBA's new favorite move is less traveling, more time travel -- and it's nearly impossible to stop
Whether it's tapping the breaks after a 100-mph drive like Anthony Edwards, or going from slow to even slower like Luka Doncic and Nikola Jokic, the decel move and its variations are wreaking havoc on NBA defenders.

ESPN NBA
May 01, 2024

Giannis, Dame 'very close' as Bucks force Game 6
The Bucks beat the Pacers on Tuesday night without their top two scorers, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard, and made history in the process.

ESPN NBA
May 01, 2024

'Amazing' Maxey's clutch heroics keep 76ers alive
Tyrese Maxey scored seven points in the final 25 seconds of regulation to save the 76ers from elimination.

ESPN NBA
May 01, 2024

Mobley steps up for Cavs, seals win with block
Evan Mobley carried the load left over from Jarrett Allen's absence and sealed the Cavaliers' Game 5 win over the Magic with a late block on Franz Wagner.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

Follow live: Bucks showing fight in Game 5 without Giannis and Dame
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ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

'BANG': LeBron, Mahomes praise Tyrese Maxey's Game 5 performance
Reactions from around the sports world poured in as the 76ers came back to defeat the Knicks in Game 5.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

Short-handed Bucks without Giannis, Lillard in G5
Trailing 3-1 in the series and facing elimination, the Milwaukee Bucks ruled both Giannis Antetokounmpo (left calf strain) and Damian Lillard (right Achilles strain) out for Game 5 on Tuesday night against the Indiana Pacers.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

Without Giannis, Lillard, Bucks stay alive in Game 5
Trailing 3-1 in the series and facing elimination, the Milwaukee Bucks, even without Giannis Antetokounmpo (left calf strain) and Damian Lillard (right Achilles strain), cruised to a Game 5 win Tuesday night against the Indiana Pacers.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

Follow live: Knicks battling for series win vs. 76ers
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ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

Cavs' Allen (rib) ruled out for Game 5 vs. Magic
Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen has been ruled out of Game 5 against the Orlando Magic due to a right rib contusion.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

LaMelo Ball's new back tattoo gives nod to his 'rare' abilities
Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball is no stranger to tattoos, adding a full back tattoo on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

Embiid misses shootaround but starts Game 5
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid and forward Kelly Oubre Jr. missed shootaround Tuesday morning but both were in the starting lineup for Game 5.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

Sources: Porzingis out at least several games
Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis is expected to miss a minimum of several games with a right soleus strain suffered in Game 4, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

Clippers rule Kawhi out for Game 5 vs. Mavericks
The Clippers ruled Kawhi Leonard out for Game 5 against the Mavericks as he continues to treat the inflammation in his right knee.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

Heat rule rookie Jaquez (hip) out for Game 5
The Heat will be without rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr. for Wednesday's Game 5 against the Celtics due to a right hip flexor strain.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

Knicks' Bogdanovic (foot surgery) out for season
Knicks forward Bojan Bogdanovic will miss the rest of the season after undergoing left foot surgery. Bogdanovic was injured shortly after entering Sunday's Game 4 win.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

Doncic has knee sprain; probable for Game 5
Luka Doncic, who played 45 minutes but struggled with a sprained knee during the Mavericks' loss in Game 4, is considered probable for Game 5 vs. the Clippers.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

Pels VP praises Zion, calls injury 'disheartening'
Pelicans executive vice president of basketball operations David Griffin appreciates the success of a 49-win season but signaled he's determined to shift away from the current makeup of his roster.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

Celtics' Stevens named NBA Executive of the Year
Boston Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens was named the NBA's Executive of the Year on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

195 early entrants test waters of NBA draft pool
With multiple weeks to decide whether to stay in the draft or withdraw, a whopping 195 players have filed as early entry candidates for the 2024 NBA draft.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

No NBA team is as devoid of options as the Suns
Phoenix went all-in and came up short. Meanwhile, the future of coach Frank Vogel is also in question.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

Sources: Wolves coach Finch having knee surgery
Timberwolves coach Chris Finch will have surgery Wednesday to repair his right patellar tendon after colliding with one of his players Sunday against the Suns.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

Embiid misses G5 shootaround with migraine
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid and forward Kelly Oubre Jr. missed shootaround Tuesday morning ahead of Game 5 of their first round playoff series against the New York Knicks.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

After a chaotic season, the Lakers are set to face two massive questions this offseason
The future of LeBron James, Darvin Ham and the Lakers remains dauntingly uncertain.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

Jalen Brunson and the ruthless old-man game driving the New York Knicks' playoff run
Brunson's ground-bound game exasperates opponents across the NBA -- and is fueling the most exciting Knicks season in decades.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

LeBron, Ham face uncertain future after G5 exit
LeBron James said he is undecided on his NBA future following the Lakers' season-ending 108-106 loss to the Nuggets in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series on Monday night.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

Murray lobbies to play, hits 2nd winner to sink L.A.
Nuggets star guard Jamal Murray drained his second game-winning shot of the series to close out the Lakers in Game 5.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

LeBron mum on NBA, Lakers future after G5 exit
LeBron James said he is undecided on his NBA future following the Lakers' season-ending 108-106 loss to the Nuggets in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series on Monday night.

ESPN NBA
Apr 30, 2024

'Committed' Thunder post 1st series win since '16
The Thunder eliminated the Pelicans in Monday's Game 4, and after the sweep, Oklahoma City coach Mark Daigneault said, "We have an uncommon group of people and players, and I think that's a huge reason why we're able to accomplish some of these things."

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