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Dec 07, 2025

Magic leading scorer Wagner leaves with injury
Magic forward Franz Wagner limped to the locker room and was ruled out following an injury to his lower left leg against the Knicks.

ESPN NBA
Dec 07, 2025

SGA (elbow) ruled out for Thunder-Jazz matchup
Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been ruled out against the Jazz due to left elbow bursitis.

ESPN NBA
Dec 07, 2025

Kerr lauds 'competitor' Spencer after career night
Playing on the road without their headliners, the Warriors upset the Cavaliers 99-94 on Saturday night behind a career performance from two-way point guard Pat Spencer.

ESPN NBA
Dec 06, 2025

Harden passes Melo, up to 10th on scoring list
Clippers star James Harden surpasses Carmelo Anthony for 10th on the NBA's career scoring list.

ESPN NBA
Dec 06, 2025

Luka Doncic announces birth of second daughter
Luka Doncic, who missed the Lakers' past two games, announced the birth of his second child -- a daughter, Olivia -- on Instagram on Saturday morning.

ESPN NBA
Dec 06, 2025

Magic's Banchero eases back in, scores 9 in return
Magic forward Paolo Banchero, back in the starting lineup after missing the past 10 games with a groin strain, had nine points in 20 minutes in Orlando's 106-105 win over the Heat on Friday.

ESPN NBA
Dec 06, 2025

OKC rolls to 22-1 behind SGA's 33 in 3 quarters
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 33 points, stretching his 20-point streak to 95 straight games, and the Thunder stomped the Mavericks 132-111 for their 14th straight win.

ESPN NBA
Dec 05, 2025

LeBron, Luka both miss Lakers' loss at Celtics
The Lakers will be without both LeBron James and Luka Doncic for Friday night's game in Boston against the Celtics.

ESPN NBA
Dec 05, 2025

Anunoby (hamstring) returns as Knicks rout Jazz
Knicks forward OG Anunoby, who missed the past nine games with a left hamstring strain, had 11 points in his return to the starting lineup Friday in a 146-112 win over the Jazz.

ESPN NBA
Dec 05, 2025

Banchero (groin) returns, helps Magic edge Heat
Magic forward Paolo Banchero, back in the starting lineup after missing the past 10 games with a groin strain, had nine points and six rebounds in Orlando's 106-105 win over the Heat on Friday.

ESPN NBA
Dec 05, 2025

Who's No. 12? Lakers' Jake LaRavia shows off shirt featuring Anthony Edwards' question
Anthony Edwards' courtside commentary and Jake LaRavia's 27-point night turned a short-handed matchup into an instant classic back in late October.

ESPN NBA
Dec 05, 2025

On Wilt's heels, Durant 8th ever to hit 31K points
Rockets star Kevin Durant, who entered Friday as the NBA's No. 8 all-time leading scorer, reached the 31,000-point milestone in the first quarter against the Suns.

ESPN NBA
Dec 05, 2025

Rivers expects Giannis (calf) out close to 4 weeks
Bucks coach Doc Rivers said he expects star Giannis Antetokounmpo to require closer to four weeks to recover from the strained right calf he suffered Wednesday night.

ESPN NBA
Dec 05, 2025

Magic F Banchero (groin) returns to face Heat
Magic forward Paolo Banchero was back in the starting lineup Friday night against the Heat after missing the past 10 games with a groin strain.

ESPN NBA
Dec 05, 2025

Knicks' Anunoby back vs. Jazz after 9 games out
Knicks forward OG Anunoby, who missed the past nine games with a left hamstring strain, was back in the starting lineup Friday against the Jazz.

ESPN NBA
Dec 05, 2025

LeBron, Luka both miss Lakers' game at Celtics
The Lakers will be without both LeBron James and Luka Doncic for Friday night's game in Boston against the Celtics.

ESPN NBA
Dec 05, 2025

Magic's Banchero set to return Friday vs. Heat
Magic forward Paolo Banchero is set to return Friday night against the Heat after missing the past 10 games with a groin strain.

ESPN NBA
Dec 05, 2025

Risers and fallers: Add Jaylon Tyson, trade away LeBron James, LaMelo Ball
Steve Alexander highlights fantasy basketball names trending upwards or downwards, with key takeaways for each.

ESPN NBA
Dec 05, 2025

?? Last time LeBron James scored fewer than 10
Not many can recall the last time LeBron James scored fewer than 10 points in a regular-season game. Why? Because it was exactly 18 years ago.

ESPN NBA
Dec 05, 2025

E. Campbell died of drowning after medical issue
Former basketball player Elden Campbell died Monday from drowning after suffering a medical emergency while out fishing, his sister and a Broward County official confirmed.

ESPN NBA
Dec 05, 2025

This East lead hasn't come easy for the Pistons' young core
With every win, Detroit and its elite young core are moving further away from the dregs of a grueling rebuild.

ESPN NBA
Dec 05, 2025

The old, struggling Clippers have options -- none of them good
Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst surveyed the league on LA's next steps. Three difficult paths emerged.

ESPN NBA
Dec 05, 2025

LeBron and the legend of the eight points: 'I will be showing my son this box score'
Not many can recall the last time LeBron James scored fewer than 10 points. Why? Because it was in 2007.

ESPN NBA
Dec 05, 2025

Maxey's 'amazing' block preserves 76ers' win
Tyrese Maxey's block of De'Anthony Melton in the final seconds preserved the 76ers 99-98 win over the Warriors on Thursday night.

ESPN NBA
Dec 04, 2025

LeBron scores 8; record double-digit streak ends
LeBron James had a chance to extend his record double-digit scoring streak but opted to pass the ball, setting up Rui Hachimura's game-winning 3-pointer at the buzzer Thursday night against the Raptors.

ESPN NBA
Dec 04, 2025

Draymond exits with foot injury in Warriors loss
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green limped to the locker room late in the second quarter and didn't return in Thursday's 99-98 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers because of a right foot injury.

ESPN NBA
Dec 04, 2025

Draymond exits Warriors-Sixers with foot injury
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green limped to the locker room late in the second quarter Thursday night in Philadelphia and was quickly ruled out because of a right foot injury.

ESPN NBA
Dec 04, 2025

Cavs fined for Garland DNP in national TV game
The NBA fined the Cavaliers $250,000 for violating the league's player participation policy by resting Darius Garland for a nationally televised game on Nov. 24.

ESPN NBA
Dec 04, 2025

Sources: Giannis (calf strain) out 2 to 4 weeks
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to be sidelined for approximately two to four weeks with a right calf strain, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Dec 04, 2025

These five Giannis blockbusters would rock the NBA title race
Giannis paired with Steph Curry? Kevin Durant? Victor Wembanyama?! NBA insiders break down five deals the Bucks could consider.

ESPN NBA
Dec 04, 2025

Don't be surprised if ... Collin Gillespie, Austin Reaves continue hot scoring runs
Eric Karabell forecasts what to expect from notable players, like Collin Gillespie, Trae Young and more.

ESPN NBA
Dec 04, 2025

Giannis exits win with right calf strain, gets MRI
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo was sent for an MRI after suffering a right calf strain against the Pistons, but coach Doc Rivers said Milwaukee has ruled out the possibility of an Achilles injury.

ESPN NBA
Dec 04, 2025

What could Milwaukee get in a Giannis trade? Our NBA experts propose five offers
Giannis paired with Steph Curry? Kevin Durant? Victor Wembanyama?! NBA insiders break down five deals the Bucks could consider.

ESPN NBA
Dec 04, 2025

Giannis exits with right calf strain, will have MRI
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo was sent for an MRI after suffering a right calf strain Wednesday night against the Pistons, but head coach Doc Rivers said the Bucks have ruled out the possibility of an Achilles injury.

ESPN NBA
Dec 04, 2025

Harden 'just as shocked as you guys' by CP3 exit
Clippers stars Kawhi Leonard and James Harden said Wednesday night they were "shocked" when they learned earlier that morning Chris Paul would no longer be their teammate.

ESPN NBA
Dec 04, 2025

Harden 'just as shocked as you guys' by CP3 news
Clippers stars Kawhi Leonard and James Harden said Wednesday night they were both "shocked" when they learned earlier that morning Chris Paul would no longer be their teammate.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

Giannis leaves game with noncontact calf injury
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo fell to the floor with a noncontact injury early in the first quarter and was ruled out for the rest of Wednesday's game against the Pistons due to a right calf strain.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

Nuggets' Murray lethal from 3, pours in 52 points
Jamal Murray scored a season-high 52 points, going 19 of 25 from the field and even better from 3-point range (I10 of 11) as Denver toppled Indiana, 135-120.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

Giannis done for night with 1st-quarter calf injury
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo fell to the floor with a non-contact injury early in the first quarter and was ruled out for the rest of Wednesday's game against the Pistons due to a right calf strain.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

Bulls' Essengue to have season-ending surgery
Bulls rookie forward Noa Essengue, the 12th pick in the NBA draft, will have surgery on his left shoulder and miss the remainder of the season.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

Sources: Giannis mulls future in talks with Bucks
Giannis Antetokounmpo and his agent Alex Saratsis are having conversations with the Bucks about the two-time NBA MVP's future, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

Sources: Warriors' Melton ready for season debut
Veteran guard De'Anthony Melton, returning from ACL surgery, will make his season debut for the Warriors on Thursday vs. the Sixers, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

Suns' Booker out at least week with groin strain
Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker suffered a right groin strain Monday against the Los Angeles Lakers and will be reevaluated in one week, the team said Wednesday.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

LeBron experiences a career first, Edey emerging as a must-add
Eric Moody's looks at the evolution of LeBron James' game, the emergence of Zach Edey, Jay Huff's upside and more.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

What now for Chris Paul and the Clippers? We answered six questions on the stunning news
What's next for Paul? What about the Clippers, who are struggling badly? We look at the big roster shakeup.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

The best quotes and latest intel from Brian Windhorst's podcast
From breaking news to the latest intel from around the NBA, here are the biggest highlights from Brian Windhorst's "The Hoop Collective" podcast.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

Sources: CP3, Lue weren't on speaking terms
Chris Paul was not on speaking terms with Clippers coach Ty Lue for several weeks before his stunning ouster from the team, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

NBA fines Sixers for Embiid injury report violation
The 76ers have been fined $100,000 by the NBA for violating league injury reporting rules when Joel Embiid played Sunday being listed as out vs. the Hawks.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

Is a release, trade or retirement next? Answering questions on the futures of Chris Paul and the Clippers
What's next for Chris Paul? What about the Clippers, who are struggling badly? We answered five questions about this big roster shakeup.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

Campbell, Clemson great, NBA champ, dies at 57
Elden Campbell, the all-time leading scorer at Clemson who played for the Lakers in the 1990s and won an NBA title with the Pistons, has died at the age of 57.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

Free-falling Clippers abruptly sever ties with Paul
Chris Paul, one of the greatest players in Clippers franchise history, posted an Instagram story a little before 3 a.m. ET Wednesday that he had just learned he was being sent home to Los Angeles from Atlanta.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

Power Rankings: Lakers back near top of West; OKC continues dominance
NBA insiders break down the first Power Rankings of December, evaluating all 30 teams as the end of the year draws near.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

Ja, LaMelo and Trae: Why these All-Star guards may have 'negative value'
NBA execs weigh in on the players' trade value amid challenging seasons.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

Newcomer slump? Why Bane, Turner and others were off to slow starts on new teams
Ben Alamar and ESPN's Dean Oliver help explain why players get off to such slow starts after swapping teams.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

Pickups: Jay Huff, Cameron Johnson among players to add
Every week in fantasy basketball, there are available players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add for the week ahead.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

Clippers send CP3 home, say he's not on team
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ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

Curry won't make Warriors' 3-game road trip
Warriors star Stephen Curry will not make the upcoming road trip to Philadelphia, Cleveland and Chicago because of a left thigh contusion, extending his absence at least three more games.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

?? Early All-Star predictions for East and West
ESPN analyst Zach Kram examines which players are almost definitely in, who's on the bubble and who could miss out on another All-Star appearance.

ESPN NBA
Dec 03, 2025

NBA Futures: Thunder, Nuggets remain favorites behind MVP candidates SGA, Jokic
A quarter of the way into the season, the Oklahoma City Thunder are favorites to repeat as champions, with Denver and Houston next in line.

ESPN NBA
Dec 02, 2025

Sources: Pels' Williamson out at least 3 weeks
New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson has a grade 2 right hip adductor strain, the team announced on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Dec 02, 2025

NBA 2K26 Season 3 draws inspiration from Cade Cunningham
Players can pick up special versions of Cunningham, Paige Bueckers, Anthony Edwards and more in Season 3.

ESPN NBA
Dec 02, 2025

A brawl, a shark attack and an MVP: The final run of The Rooster
What was Danilo Gallinari, who earned more than $200M in the NBA, doing in Puerto Rico? Ending a decades-long chase.

ESPN NBA
Dec 02, 2025

NBA veteran Gallinari retires from basketball
Longtime NBA forward Danilo Gallinari has announced his retirement from basketball.

ESPN NBA
Dec 02, 2025

Early NBA All-Star predictions: Which stars will we see in USA vs. the World?
ESPN analyst Zach Kram examines which players are almost definitely in, who's in the bubble and who could miss out on another All-Star appearance.

ESPN NBA
Dec 02, 2025

From bed rest to champion: Inside Chet Holmgren's comeback
Holmgren was sidelined for three months last season because of a fractured pelvis and is "chasing for more" this season.

ESPN NBA
Dec 02, 2025

Brooks resumes LeBron trash talk in 33-point show
Dillon Brooks lit up the Lakers for 33 points in the Suns' 125-108 win Monday night, agitating both the Los Angeles crowd and LeBron James, whom he infamously sparred with during the 2023 playoffs.

ESPN NBA
Dec 02, 2025

Luka takes blame: 'No way I can have 9 turnovers'
Luka Doncic said his nine turnovers were to blame for the Lakers' seven-game win streak coming to a halt Monday night against the Suns.

ESPN NBA
Dec 02, 2025

Nuggets' Murray sprains ankle in loss to Mavs
The Nuggets are concerned about Jamal Murray after the point guard sprained his right ankle during Monday night's 131-121 loss to the Mavericks.

ESPN NBA
Dec 01, 2025

Booker exits Suns' win vs. Lakers with groin injury
Devin Booker did not return to Monday night's win over the Lakers due a right groin injury.

ESPN NBA
Dec 01, 2025

$8.2M tax lien against Rozier released by IRS
The IRS released the $8.2 million tax lien filed against Terry Rozier, the NBA veteran who was arrested and charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering related to his alleged role in a gambling scandal.

ESPN NBA
Dec 01, 2025

Warriors sign Seth Curry for remainder of season
The Golden State Warriors will sign veteran guard Seth Curry to a contract for the remainder of the season.

ESPN NBA
Dec 01, 2025

Fast break: Eric Moody on Mikal Bridges' durability, Kel'el Ware's rise and more
Fantasy basketball insights, including Bridges' durability and production, Ware's second-year rise, more.

ESPN NBA
Dec 01, 2025

Fantasy basketball pickups: Jay Huff, Cameron Johnson among players to add
Every week in fantasy basketball, there are available players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add for the week ahead.

ESPN NBA
Dec 01, 2025

Is the injured Victor Wembanyama a bet worth making for MVP and DPOY
Snellings on betting on NBA MVP, Rookie Of The Year, as well as defensive player and sixth man awards.

ESPN NBA
Dec 01, 2025

NBA futures: Is there value in betting the Lakers to win the championship?
The Lakers enter the week with a 15-4 record, but is it a good value to bet on Luka, LeBron and company to win it all this season?

ESPN NBA
Dec 01, 2025

Who is NBA Cup MVP? Can anyone stop OKC? Big questions ahead of the quarters
ESPN's NBA insiders are breaking down the biggest NBA Cup group stage surprises and what lies ahead in the knockout rounds.

ESPN NBA
Dec 01, 2025

'When do we get our Siakam?': What to make of the Bulls' uneven early season
From a 6-1 start to a 9-10 record to begin December, which Chicago Bulls team is the real version and what could be next?

ESPN NBA
Dec 01, 2025

NBA consecutive scoring streaks: Player records to know
LeBron and SGA are among players with impressive scoring streaks. Check out other notable records.

ESPN NBA
Dec 01, 2025

LeBron sits as Lakers win to open back-to-back
Lakers star LeBron James was ruled out of Sunday's game against the Pelicans because of left foot injury management.

ESPN NBA
Dec 01, 2025

76ers' Embiid returns in chaotic 2OT loss to Hawks
Joel Embiid, Paul George and Tyrese Maxey shared the court for the first time this season Sunday night, but that became a footnote in a chaotic double-overtime loss to the Hawks.

ESPN NBA
Nov 30, 2025

Fantasy picks and betting tips for Sunday
Jim McCormick breaks down Sunday's NBA games and offers his top fantasy streamers and favorite bets.

ESPN NBA
Nov 30, 2025

LeBron out vs. Pels in opener of LA back-to-back
Lakers star LeBron James was ruled out of Sunday's game against the Pelicans because of left foot injury management.

ESPN NBA
Nov 30, 2025

Sources: Warriors have space to sign Seth Curry
The Golden State Warriors will sign veteran guard Seth Curry to a contract for the remainder of the season Monday, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Nov 30, 2025

Mavs' Flagg leaps LeBron as youngest to score 35
The Mavericks raved about rookie Cooper Flagg's "limitless" upside after he became the youngest player in NBA history to score 35 points, achieving the feat Saturday night in a 114-110 win over the Clippers.

ESPN NBA
Nov 29, 2025

Mavs' Washington injured in warmups, ruled out
Mavs forward P.J. Washington was a late scratch from the starting lineup Saturday after he landed on a basketball and sprained his ankle during pregame warmups.

ESPN NBA
Nov 29, 2025

OKC's Hartenstein out 10-14 days with calf strain
Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein will be sidelined at least 10 to 14 days because of a right soleus strain, the team announced Saturday evening.

ESPN NBA
Nov 29, 2025

Hawks' Young (MCL) to be reevaluated in 2 weeks
Hawks star point guard Trae Young's sprained right MCL injury is progressing well, and the team says he will be reevaluated in approximately two weeks.

ESPN NBA
Nov 29, 2025

AD outshined by Doncic, Reaves in return to L.A.
Anthony Davis received loud applause in his return to Los Angeles but was largely held in check by an aggressive Lakers defense as the Mavericks fell 129-119.

ESPN NBA
Nov 29, 2025

Court order: Lakers use usual floor for Cup tilt
The Lakers played Friday night's NBA Cup game against the Mavericks on their regular court after issues with the Cup-themed surface.

ESPN NBA
Nov 29, 2025

Giannis challenges slumping Bucks to fix 'mindset'
Giannis Antetokounmpo spoke at length on a variety of things he felt needed to change for the Bucks, who dropped their seventh straight game Friday night in a 118-109 loss to the Knicks.

ESPN NBA
Nov 29, 2025

Williams' debut sparks OKC to 11th straight win
Jalen Williams had 11 points and eight assists in his return from wrist surgery, helping the Thunder top the Suns 123-119 for their 11th straight victory.

ESPN NBA
Nov 29, 2025

NBA Cup takeaways: Magic, Thunder secure top seeds
The 2025 NBA Cup continues as group play wraps up. Here's everything you need to know about the third annual in-season tournament.

ESPN NBA
Nov 28, 2025

NBA Cup takeaways: Knicks, Magic clinch spots in quarters
The 2025 NBA Cup continues as group play wraps up. Here's everything you need to know about the third annual in-season tournament.

ESPN NBA
Nov 28, 2025

Giannis returns for Bucks' Cup game vs. Knicks
Giannis Antetokounmpo returned to the lineup for the Bucks in an NBA Cup game against the Knicks on Friday night after missing four games because of a groin strain.

ESPN NBA
Nov 28, 2025

Giannis' 30 in return not enough in loss to Knicks
Giannis Antetokounmpo returned to the lineup for the Bucks in their NBA Cup loss to the Knicks on Friday night after missing four games because of a groin strain.

ESPN NBA
Nov 28, 2025

AD returns from 14-game absence to face Lakers
Dallas Mavericks star power forward/center Anthony Davis, who has been sidelined for the past month because of a calf strain, returned to face the Lakers in Los Angeles on Friday night.

ESPN NBA
Nov 28, 2025

Court order: Lakers to use usual floor for Cup tilt
The Lakers will play Friday night's NBA Cup game against the Mavericks on their regular court following issues with the Cup-themed surface.

ESPN NBA
Nov 28, 2025

Sources: AD (calf) returning to Mavs vs. Lakers
Anthony Davis will make his return to the Mavericks' lineup Friday night in Los Angeles against the Lakers, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania. Davis has missed more than a month with a calf strain.

ESPN NBA
Nov 28, 2025

Fantasy basketball picks and betting tips for Friday
Eric Moody breaks down Friday's NBA games and offers his top fantasy streamers and favorite bets.

ESPN NBA
Nov 28, 2025

'Not just waiting around for Paul and Joel': NBA scouts, execs on what's next in Philly
What is the 76ers' ceiling? How good is the Maxey-Edgecombe duo? We talked to league insiders about the new era in Philly.

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