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Sep 12, 2025

Allen's estate in formal agreement to sell Blazers
Paul Allen's estate has formally reached an agreement to sell the Portland Trail Blazers to a group of investors led by Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon.

ESPN NBA
Sep 12, 2025

Turkey, Germany to meet for EuroBasket title
Turkey is headed to the EuroBasket final for the first time in 24 years, set to face World Cup champion Germany for the gold medal.

ESPN NBA
Sep 12, 2025

Wizards G Coulibaly has thumb surgery in NYC
Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly underwent surgery Friday to repair a ligament tear in his right thumb, the team announced, and is likely to miss time into the regular season, sources tell ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Sep 12, 2025

Knicks add Brogdon to backcourt on 1-year deal
Free agent guard Malcolm Brogdon has agreed to a one-year deal with the Knicks, his agent told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Sep 12, 2025

10 tips to help you win your league this season
Andre Snellings lays out what it takes to put yourself in the best position to win your fantasy basketball league.

ESPN NBA
Sep 12, 2025

Why this is the year to play, even if you never have before
Here is everything you need to know, so you can join in on the fun.

ESPN NBA
Sep 12, 2025

Let's break down every NBA team's biggest roster hole: What must each team fix?
ESPN analyst Kevin Pelton breaks down the most important issues facing each NBA team before the start of the season.

ESPN NBA
Sep 11, 2025

Shamet agrees to 1-year deal to return to Knicks
Free agent guard Landry Shamet has agreed to a one-year deal to return to the New York Knicks, his agent told ESPN on Thursday.

ESPN NBA
Sep 11, 2025

Report links Kawhi's late pay to Clippers partner
A Clippers limited partner invested $1.99 million in Aspiration nine days before the company made an overdue $1.75 million payment to Kawhi Leonard, according to a report.

ESPN NBA
Sep 11, 2025

Ex-NBA C Collins in treatment for brain tumor
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player who played through the 2013-14 season, is undergoing treatment for a brain tumor, his family said in a statement through the league.

ESPN NBA
Sep 11, 2025

Report links late Kawhi pay to Clippers partner
A Clippers limited partner invested $1.99 million in Aspiration nine days before the company made an overdue $1.75 million payment to Kawhi Leonard, according to a report.

ESPN NBA
Sep 11, 2025

Fantasy Basketball 101: Why this is the year to play, even if you never have before
Thinking about trying out fantasy basketball for the first time this season? Here is everything you need to know, so you can join in on the fun.

ESPN NBA
Sep 10, 2025

Germany fends off Luka's 39, eliminates Slovenia
Luka Doncic's 39 points were not enough for Slovenia as it lost 99-91 to Germany in a thrilling EuroBasket quarterfinal.

ESPN NBA
Sep 10, 2025

Silver: Burden on NBA to show violation by Clips
Adam Silver said it's up to the NBA to prove wrongdoing during its investigation of potential cap circumvention by the Clippers, Steve Ballmer and Kawhi Leonard.

ESPN NBA
Sep 10, 2025

Sources: Knicks to hire Saint Joseph's Lange
Saint Joseph's head coach, Billy Lange, is expected to be hired by the Knicks for a role on the coaching staff, sources told ESPN on Wednesday.

ESPN NBA
Sep 10, 2025

Buzzer heave misses won't affect NBA player stats
The NBA will implement a change for the 2025-26 season with unsuccessful end-of-period heaves being recorded as a missed attempt for the team, not the player.

ESPN NBA
Sep 10, 2025

Buzzer-heave misses won't affect NBA player stats
The NBA will implement a change for the 2025-26 season with unsuccessful end-of-period heaves being recorded as a missed attempt for the team, not the player.

ESPN NBA
Sep 10, 2025

NBA investigating Beasley gambling allegations
The NBA is conducting its own investigation into gambling allegations against Malik Beasley, the free agent guard linked to a federal probe this offseason, the league confirmed Wednesday.

ESPN NBA
Sep 10, 2025

Kings' Lyles leaves NBA to sign with Real Madrid
Trey Lyles, a 10-year NBA veteran, signed a one-year deal Wednesday with Real Madrid, which plays in Spain and in the EuroLeague.

ESPN NBA
Sep 09, 2025

LeBron talks to Chinese media, didn't write op-ed
A story by The Associated Press on Tuesday incorrectly reported that James wrote an op-ed for Chinese state media, setting off a round of criticism from many in conservative media and from the Hong Kong-based South China Morning Post.

ESPN NBA
Sep 09, 2025

Giannis has Greece in semis, to face Turkey next
Giannis Antetokounmpo and Alperen Sengun led Greece and Turkey to the EuroBasket semifinals with dominant games on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Sep 09, 2025

Wemby, Spurs to host tryouts for super fan group
Victor Wembanyama is planning on auditioning Spurs fans for a new "supporter's section," loosely modeled after what he's seen from sports teams overseas.

ESPN NBA
Sep 09, 2025

Wemby, Spurs to host tryouts for superfan group
Victor Wembanyama is planning on auditioning Spurs fans for a new "supporter's section," loosely modeled after what he's seen from sports teams overseas.

ESPN NBA
Sep 09, 2025

Giannis has Greece in semis; to face Turkey next
Giannis Antetokounmpo and Alperen Sengun led Greece and Turkey to the EuroBasket semifinals with dominant games on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Sep 09, 2025

Giddey agrees to 4-year, $100M deal with Bulls
Restricted free agent Josh Giddey has reached agreement on a four-year, $100 million contract to re-sign with the Chicago Bulls.

ESPN NBA
Sep 09, 2025

LeBron: Hoops can bridge U.S.-China tensions
LeBron James wrote a rare op-ed in Chinese state media this week, pointing to basketball as an avenue for diplomacy amid tensions with the U.S.

ESPN NBA
Sep 09, 2025

Ranking the top 14 newcomers for the 2025-26 NBA season
Coach Mike Brown, Kevin Durant, Myles Turner and others are ranked by who will be the most impactful on their new teams.

ESPN NBA
Sep 08, 2025

Sister of Wolves' Reid allegedly slain by boyfriend
The sister of Timberwolves player Naz Reid was fatally shot at a New Jersey apartment complex, and her boyfriend has been charged with murder.

ESPN NBA
Sep 07, 2025

Doncic's 42 leads Slovenia; Georgia ousts France
Lakers star Luka Doncic had 42 points and 10 rebounds as Slovenia held off a fourth-quarter surge from Italy to win 84-77 and set up a quarterfinal match against World Cup winner Germany, while Georgia advanced with a dominant 80-70 win over France.

ESPN NBA
Sep 07, 2025

Grading 50-plus NBA deals, including Josh Giddey's $100M deal with the Bulls
Kevin Pelton breaks down the most impactful signings, including the Clippers bringing back Chris Paul.

ESPN NBA
Sep 06, 2025

Finland stuns Serbia, ousts Jokic from EuroBasket
Lauri Markkanen and Finland stunned Nikola Jokic and Serbia, ousting the EuroBasket favorites to advance to the quarterfinals.

ESPN NBA
Sep 06, 2025

Spurs' Harper has thumb surgery; opener possible
Dylan Harper, the No. 2 pick in this year's draft, might recover in time for the Spurs' Oct. 22 opener after having surgery to repair a partially torn collateral ligament in his left thumb.

ESPN NBA
Sep 05, 2025

OKC rookie Sorber out for season with torn ACL
Thunder rookie big man Thomas Sorber tore the ACL in his right knee and will miss the 2025-26 season, the team announced.

ESPN NBA
Sep 05, 2025

LeBron, Curry... Ja? Assessing the Hall of Fame chances for 50 current NBA stars
From top-75 locks to vets on the bubble, Zach Kram runs down the active NBA players on the path to Springfield.

ESPN NBA
Sep 05, 2025

Who's next? Tiering Hall of Fame chances for 50 active NBA stars
From top-75 locks to vets on the bubble, Zach Kram runs down the active NBA players on the path to Springfield.

ESPN NBA
Sep 05, 2025

Ballmer: Clips 'always done right thing' with Kawhi
Clippers owner Steve Ballmer told ESPN that he would "want the league to investigate" if another owner and another team were accused of circumventing the NBA's salary cap, as the Clippers were Wednesday in a podcast by Pablo Torre.

ESPN NBA
Sep 04, 2025

Giannis, Greece oust defending champ Spain
Defending champion Spain was eliminated from EuroBasket in the group stage when it lost to Greece, which was led by Giannis Antetokounmpo.

ESPN NBA
Sep 04, 2025

What Carmelo Anthony did -- and didn't do -- to land in Springfield
Here's why Melo's career will forever be known for far more than just a Hall-of-Fame resume.

ESPN NBA
Sep 04, 2025

Sources: Nets' Thomas picks $6M qualifying offer
Restricted free agent Cam Thomas has opted for the qualifying offer with the Nets that gives him a full no-trade clause and sets him for unrestricted free agency next summer with at least 10 teams set to have cap space, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Sep 03, 2025

Sources: NBA ASG to have 2 U.S. teams, 1 World
The 2026 NBA All-Star Game will likely be a round-robin tournament consisting of three eight-player teams of two USA teams and one World team, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Sep 03, 2025

Britain stuns Vucevic-led Montenegro in rare win
Myles Hesson scored 25 points to lead Britain to its first victory in 12 years at the EuroBasket tournament on Wednesday, a 89-83 upset of Montenegro that ended their rivals' hopes of qualifying for the knockout phase.

ESPN NBA
Sep 03, 2025

Mavs' Washington agrees to four-year, $90M deal
Mavericks forward P.J. Washington has agreed to a four-year, $90 million contract extension, per his agent, Kevin Bradbury of Lift Sports Management. The deal keeps Washington, 27, in Dallas through 2029-30.

ESPN NBA
Sep 03, 2025

Report: Clippers skirted cap with Kawhi payment
The Clippers reportedly have been accused of circumventing the NBA's salary cap by paying $28 million to Kawhi Leonard for a "no-show job."

ESPN NBA
Sep 03, 2025

LeBron, Kobe and the scars that led to Redeem Team gold in 2008
Following a disappointing bronze medal in the 2004 Olympics, the 2008 Team USA roster was out for redemption.

ESPN NBA
Sep 02, 2025

76ers rookie McCain 'on pace' for return by camp
76ers guard Jared McCain said his plan "for sure" was to return to play in training camp after his promising rookie season was cut short due to a torn meniscus.

ESPN NBA
Sep 02, 2025

Doncic leads Slovenia into final 16 at EuroBasket
Slovenia, led by Luka Doncic, as well as France and Israel, qualified for the knockout stage at EuroBasket on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Sep 02, 2025

Why Dwight Howard absolutely belongs as a first-ballot Hall of Famer
The long, undistinguished final arc of Dwight Howard's career masks just how high he climbed at his peak.

ESPN NBA
Sep 01, 2025

NBA free agent Payton starts skateboard league
NBA free agent Gary Payton II is launching a professional skateboard league, joining a growing movement of athlete-led leagues aimed at providing year-round relevance to Olympic and action sports.

ESPN NBA
Sep 01, 2025

Basketball Hall of Fame: Where the 2025 class stacks up for NBA, WNBA
Ahead of enshrinement weekend, let's take a closer look at where this year's class ranks in both leagues.

ESPN NBA
Aug 31, 2025

Bucks bring back Giannis' brother on 1-year deal
Thanasis Antetokounmpo, who missed last season with a torn Achilles, has re-signed with the Bucks, meaning he'll again join his brother, 2-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo.

ESPN NBA
Aug 31, 2025

Doncic's rare Euro triple-double carries Slovenia
Luka Doncic posted the fourth triple-double at EuroBasket since 1995 to power Slovenia to its first win, while Giannis Antetokounmpo returned with 27 points to help Greece stay perfect with a 94-53 rout of Georgia.

ESPN NBA
Aug 31, 2025

Lin retires after living 'wildest childhood dreams'
Jeremy Lin, who took the NBA by storm in 2012 during a stretch of games for the Knicks that was dubbed "Linsanity," announced his retirement from professional basketball.

ESPN NBA
Aug 30, 2025

Luka's 39 not enough as Slovenia falls again
Luka Doncic's 39 points wasn't enough vs. France as Slovenia lost again at Eurobasket, thanks in part to France's 78 bench points.

ESPN NBA
Aug 30, 2025

Luka's 39 not enough; Serbia, Germany advance
Luka Doncic's 39 points wasn't enough as Slovenia lost again at EuroBasket while Serbia and Germany advanced to the knockout round.

ESPN NBA
Aug 30, 2025

Schröder subjected to racial abuse at EuroBasket
Germany captain Dennis Schröder faced racial abuse during his team's 107-88 victory over Lithuania at EuroBasket. FIBA officials said one fan was identified by video and is banned from the rest of the event.

ESPN NBA
Aug 30, 2025

Schroder subjected to racial abuse at EuroBasket
Germany captain Dennis Schroder faced racial abuse during his team's 107-88 victory over Lithuania at EuroBasket on Saturday. German officials said two were identified and ejected from the arena in Finland.

ESPN NBA
Aug 29, 2025

NBA predictions: 10 teams that could exceed, fall short of ESPN's forecast
Too low on OKC? Too high on the Spurs? Tim Bontemps breaks down ESPN's Summer Forecast win predictions.

ESPN NBA
Aug 29, 2025

Predictions for 2025-26 NBA conference and Finals winners
Our final Summer Forecast panel reveals its championship predictions for the conferences and the 2026 NBA Finals.

ESPN NBA
Aug 28, 2025

Who has a shot at the championship? Predictions for conference and Finals winners
Our final Summer Forecast panel reveals its championship predictions for the East and West conferences and the 2026 NBA Finals.

ESPN NBA
Aug 28, 2025

Contenders and bottom five: Experts predict the standings
Are the Celtics and Bucks still contenders? Suns headed for a reset? What to expect in the upcoming season.

ESPN NBA
Aug 28, 2025

Who has a shot at the championship? Predictions for 2025-26 NBA conference and Finals winners
Our final Summer Forecast panel reveals its championship predictions for the East and West conferences and the 2026 NBA Finals.

ESPN NBA
Aug 27, 2025

Suns sued by minority owners over records access
Suns minority owners Andy Kohlberg and Scott Selding have filed a lawsuit against the team, alleging that owner Mat Ishbia has refused access to internal records.

ESPN NBA
Aug 27, 2025

Staley met with Knicks, would've taken HC job
Had the Knicks offered their head coaching job to South Carolina women's coach Dawn Staley, who interviewed for the position, she said she would have taken it.

ESPN NBA
Aug 27, 2025

?? 2K Games reveals improvements to NBA 2K26
NBA 2K26 is expanding its management modes with multiplayer capabilities.

ESPN NBA
Aug 27, 2025

Panthers exec leaves to become Wolves/Lynx CEO
Matthew Caldwell is leaving the two-time Stanley Cup-winning Panthers to accept a 10-year deal as CEO of the NBA's Timberwolves and WNBA's Lynx, the teams announced Wednesday.

ESPN NBA
Aug 27, 2025

Contenders and bottom five: Expert predictions for NBA East and West standings
The top five seeds, play-in group and bottom five. NBA experts predict where all 30 teams will land in the standings for the 2025-26 season.

ESPN NBA
Aug 27, 2025

Contenders and bottom five: Expert predictions for 2025-26 NBA East and West standings
The top five seeds, play-in group and bottom five. NBA experts predict where all 30 teams will land in the standings for the 2025-26 season.

ESPN NBA
Aug 27, 2025

Biggest turnarounds, turbulence and questions this season
Which teams will reach new heights and which will take a tumble? Which superstar will request a trade next?

ESPN NBA
Aug 26, 2025

Cavaliers' Strus has foot surgery, out 3-4 months
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Max Strus underwent surgery to repair a Jones fracture in his left foot and will miss around three to four months.

ESPN NBA
Aug 26, 2025

Runaway MVPs, ROY race? Expert predictions for every major NBA award
Can Nikola Jokic claim a fourth MVP? Which rookie will impress? Our NBA Summer Forecast panel reveals its award predictions for the 2025-26 season.

ESPN NBA
Aug 25, 2025

'Cowboys never die': Luka Doncic partners with Overwatch 2 ahead of new season
Players of the Overwatch 2 video game can earn exclusive Doncic rewards and play in his custom Stadium builds.

ESPN NBA
Aug 25, 2025

EuroBasket 2025 news, scores and schedules
EuroBasket returns for the first time since 2022. Twenty-four teams are set to compete for champion of Europe.

ESPN NBA
Aug 25, 2025

Predictions: Biggest turnarounds, turbulence and questions this season
Which NBA teams will reach new heights and which will take a tumble? Which superstar will request a trade next? ESPN's Summer Forecast answers some of the biggest questions going into the 2025-26 season.

ESPN NBA
Aug 24, 2025

'Holy grail' MJ-Kobe card sells for record $12.9M
A 1-of-1 signed Michael Jordan/Kobe Bryant card broke the record for most expensive sports card sold at auction, closing at $12.932 million Saturday night.

ESPN NBA
Aug 22, 2025

Russell Westbrook makes music video cameo with Ciara
The NBA free agent made a surprise cameo, showing off his moves alongside the Grammy Award-winning singer.

ESPN NBA
Aug 22, 2025

Kemp sentenced to home monitoring for shooting
Former NBA star Shawn Kemp was sentenced to 30 days of electronic home monitoring for shooting at two men inside a vehicle in a Washington state mall parking lot.

ESPN NBA
Aug 22, 2025

High school coach? Ayesha Curry opens up on Stephen Curry's early career goal
Ayesha Curry, spouse of two-time NBA MVP Stephen Curry, revealed he wanted to be a HS basketball coach.

ESPN NBA
Aug 22, 2025

Grading 50-plus NBA deals, including PJ Washington's $90 million extension with Mavs
Kevin Pelton breaks down the most impactful signings, including the Clippers bringing back Chris Paul.

ESPN NBA
Aug 22, 2025

Grading 50-plus NBA deals, including Chris Boucher to the Celtics
Kevin Pelton breaks down the most impactful signings, including the Clippers bringing back Chris Paul.

ESPN NBA
Aug 22, 2025

Beasley no longer target of gambling investigation
Malik Beasley is no longer a target of the federal gambling investigation conducted by the Eastern District of New York, his attorneys Steve Haney and Mike Schachter told ESPN on Friday, potentially reopening free agency for one of the NBA's top shooters.

ESPN NBA
Aug 22, 2025

LeBron, KD and an unprecedented next chapter in their 20-year rivalry
For two decades, the two superstars have led superteams to NBA glory. Now, for the first time, they're both looking up at one -- and perhaps the best one yet.

ESPN NBA
Aug 21, 2025

Eleven stars, one story: Thunder pay tribute with new City Edition jerseys
The uniforms will debut Nov. 19 against the Sacramento Kings on Native American Heritage Night.

ESPN NBA
Aug 21, 2025

Father of Celtics' Brown arrested after stabbing
The father of Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown has been accused of attempted murder in connection to a stabbing Wednesday night in Las Vegas.

ESPN NBA
Aug 21, 2025

Bulls to host Rose jersey ceremony on Jan. 24
The Chicago Bulls will host a jersey retirement ceremony for Derrick Rose on Jan. 24, 2026, the team announced Thursday.

ESPN NBA
Aug 21, 2025

Milestones to watch for this season for LeBron, Jokic and others
Important milestones to watch for, including another historic season from LeBron James and Nikola Jokic.

ESPN NBA
Aug 20, 2025

'28 L.A. hoops to start ahead of opening ceremony
Basketball at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will start two days before the opening ceremony for those Games, organizers confirmed Wednesday.

ESPN NBA
Aug 20, 2025

Top 10 NBA players at 2025 EuroBasket: Where Jokic and Doncic stack up abroad
Neil Paine breaks down the Top 10 NBA superstars expected to appear at 2025 EuroBasket.

ESPN NBA
Aug 19, 2025

Security guard pleads guilty in Heat jersey theft
Marcos Thomas Perez, 62, a former Miami Heat security officer and a 25-year retired veteran of the Miami Police Department, pleaded guilty Tuesday to transporting and transferring millions of dollars' worth of stolen NBA game-worn jerseys and memorabilia.

ESPN NBA
Aug 19, 2025

Carlisle signs multiyear extension with Pacers
The Indiana Pacers have signed head coach Rick Carlisle to a multiyear contract extension, the team announced Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Aug 19, 2025

'A Wildcat GOAT': Beal, Towns lead reactions to John Wall retiring from NBA
Congratulations poured in for John Wall after he announced his retirement from the NBA on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Aug 19, 2025

Jalen Brunson, Natalia Bryant star together in new Nike Kobe sneaker ad
A key feature of the new Nike Kobe 3 Protro is diamond shapes on the upper and outsole in honor of Natalia.

ESPN NBA
Aug 19, 2025

Former NBA star Wall retires after 11 seasons
John Wall is retiring after 11 NBA seasons.

ESPN NBA
Aug 19, 2025

Sources: Carlisle agrees to extension with Pacers
The Indiana Pacers and head coach Rick Carlisle have agreed to a multiyear contract extension, sources confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Aug 19, 2025

Nance parlays soccer fandom into digital show
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Larry Nance Jr. has teamed up with the Men in Blazers Media Network to launch a weekly digital program featuring NBA players who will chat about their love of international soccer.

ESPN NBA
Aug 19, 2025

Celtics sale finalized as Chisholm takes control
The sale of the Boston Celtics was finalized Tuesday, with private equity mogul Bill Chisholm taking over control of the NBA's most decorated franchise from a group led by Wyc Grousbeck.

ESPN NBA
Aug 19, 2025

2025-26 NBA milestones: Landmarks to watch this season for LeBron, Jokic and others
Important milestones to watch ahead of the 2025-26 season, including another historic season from LeBron James and Nikola Jokic.

ESPN NBA
Aug 19, 2025

The stat that could swing every team's season
What numbers are teams focused on with just over a month until training camp starts?

ESPN NBA
Aug 18, 2025

Who can challenge Cooper Flagg for the 2025-26 Rookie of the Year award?
NBA analyst Kevin Pelton groups 11 players most likely to threaten the Mavericks' No. 1 pick for the auspicious award.

ESPN NBA
Aug 18, 2025

Raptors extend GM Webster, won't hire president
The Toronto Raptors have extended general manager Bobby Webster's contract, the team announced Monday.

ESPN NBA
Aug 18, 2025

Sources: Raptors GM to head hoops operations
The Toronto Raptors are appointing general manager Bobby Webster as the team's head of basketball operations and the sides have reached a new contract, sources told ESPN on Monday.

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