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Apr 01, 2026

Izzo 'seriously' eyed Suns HC job last summer
Michigan State basketball head coach Tom Izzo said he "talked seriously" with Suns majority owner Mat Ishbia about Phoenix's head coaching job last summer before the team ultimately hired Jordan Ott.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

NBA Futures: Lakers' championship odds shortening, Wemby making MVP push
The Lakers continue to see their championship odds shorten, while Victor Wembanyama is still in the mix with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for MVP.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

?? Detailing six free agency options for LeBron
Lakers? Cavs? Warriors? A wild card? Before LeBron makes his decision this summer, sources around the league weigh in.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

Pickups: Harper, Sexton, Hayes among top players to add
Advancing in the fantasy basketball playoffs means finding available players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add for the week ahead.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

NBA Power Rankings: What to watch over the final two weeks for all 30 teams
With just a handful of matchups left for each team in the regular season, where do all 30 teams land in this week's Power Rankings?

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

NBA playoff watch: Wemby, Spurs look to stay hot
San Antonio will try to keep pace with OKC. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

Out like a lion: Luka ends March with 600 points
Luka Doncic had his third straight 40-point game, lifting his March scoring total to 600 points and adding to a strong month for the Lakers, who finished with a 15-2 record.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

Pistons' win clinches first division title in 18 years
The Pistons clinched their first Central Division title since the 2007-08 season with a win over the Raptors on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

Draymond Green reflects on his future amid uncertainty in Golden State
As the Warriors face another season lost to injuries, Green confronts an uncertain future.

ESPN NBA
Apr 01, 2026

Pistons clinch first division title in 18 years
The Pistons clinched their first Central Division title since the 2007-08 season with a win over the Raptors on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Curry scrimmages in latest step toward return
Stephen Curry finally received the medical green light to compete in a five-on-five scrimmage, the latest and largest step toward a potential return for his persistent right knee injury.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Curry to scrimmage in latest step toward return
Stephen Curry took the latest and largest step toward a return from a persistent right knee injury, getting the green light to compete in a five-on-five scrimmage.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Sources: Stoudemire, Rivers part of HOF class
Former WNBA MVP and champions Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne, along with former NBA star A'mare Stoudemire and current coach Doc Rivers will be inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

'That's like Miami Bron': LeBron James confirms breaking driveway backboard vs. Bronny
LeBron James wasn't letting a younger Bronny James have a shot at a win, and he broke a backboard in the process.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Fantasy basketball pickups: Harper, Sexton, Hayes among top players to add
Advancing in the fantasy basketball playoffs means finding available players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add for the week ahead.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Cuban: I regret selling Mavs to Adelson, Dumont
Mark Cuban says he regrets selling the Mavericks to the Adelson and Dumont families, adding that he "made a lot of mistakes in the process."

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Six free agency options for LeBron, according to NBA coaches, execs and scouts
Lakers? Cavs? Warriors? A wild card? Before LeBron makes his decision this summer, sources around the league weigh in.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

NBA playoff watch: Cross-conference matchups take center stage
Playoff teams in the East and West clash. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Sunday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Next for LeBron? NBA insiders on Lakers, Cavs, free agency options
Lakers? Cavs? Warriors? A wild card? Before LeBron makes his decision this summer, sources around the league weigh in.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Ujiri joins ownership group of Toronto Tempo
Former Raptors president Masai Ujiri has joined the ownership group of the city's new WNBA franchise.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

SGA on MVP chatter: 'I let my game do the talking'
Calling the discourse around NBA MVP "good chatter," Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander nevertheless declined to weigh in himself, saying, "No, I'm good. Thanks for asking, though. ... I let my game do the talking."

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Wemby posts 3rd-fastest double-double since '97
Victor Wembanyama had a season-high 41 points and 16 rebounds while collecting the third-fastest double-double since 1997-98 in the Spurs' win Monday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

Lakers' Redick stumps for Doncic to be NBA MVP
Coach JJ Redick says that if Luka Doncic and the Lakers close out the regular season as hot as they've been, Doncic should be named the NBA's MVP.

ESPN NBA
Mar 31, 2026

'Nature calls': Edwards misses tipoff in return
Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards missed the start of Monday night's game in his return from a six-game absence because he had to go to the bathroom.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

Bulls waive guard Ivey after anti-gay comments
The Chicago Bulls are waiving guard Jaden Ivey after his recent anti-gay comments amid several rants on religion and other topics.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

NBA approves Trail Blazers' sale to Dundon group
The NBA Board of Governors approved the sale of controlling interest in the Portland Trail Blazers from Paul Allen's estate to a group led by investor Tom Dundon on Monday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

Wolves lose McDaniels but get Edwards back
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels was listed as week-to-week because of a left knee injury, the team announced Monday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

Wolves' McDaniels week-to-week with knee injury
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels has been listed as week-to-week with a left knee injury, the team announced on Monday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

?? 'Same agent': Jokic jokes after Clark praise
According to Jokic, the explanation behind Clark's high praise for him Sunday night is simple: The two share an agent.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

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

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

?? Playoff watch: Projections, draft lottery, more
Could Pistons-Thunder be a Finals preview? Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Sunday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

Future of Giannis and Ja, and the big questions facing every NBA lottery team
With 10 NBA teams already eyeing the offseason, Bobby Marks examines each front office's biggest priority.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

Kryptonite for 10 NBA title contenders: Which weaknesses could sink playoff teams?
We evaluated every playoff contender's biggest weaknesses, how it will impact the postseason and which team is best positioned to exploit them.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

'Gap' year? Celts win 50th as Brown jabs doubters
The Celtics are headed back to the playoffs thanks to another 50-win season. Not too bad for a "gap" year, according to Jaylen Brown.

ESPN NBA
Mar 30, 2026

Raps use 31-0 run to pummel sputtering Magic
The Raptors used a 31-0 run in the first half to rout the Magic 139-87 on Sunday, the longest unanswered run in the play-by-play era.

ESPN NBA
Mar 29, 2026

'Gap' year? Celtics win 50th, make playoffs again
The Celtics are headed back to the playoffs thanks to another 50-win season. Not too bad for a "gap" year, according to Jaylen Brown.

ESPN NBA
Mar 29, 2026

Knicks' McBride, back from core injury, exits loss
New York Knicks guard Miles McBride returned for the first time since undergoing hernia surgery in February, but appeared to get injured again in the loss to OKC.

ESPN NBA
Mar 29, 2026

Knicks' McBride returns from core injury vs. OKC
New York Knicks guard Miles McBride was activated Sunday for the first time since undergoing hernia surgery in February.

ESPN NBA
Mar 29, 2026

Jays' Schneider finds letter, reassurance from Kerr
Blue Jays manager John Schneider received a handwritten letter from NBA coach Steve Kerr about how to deal with his World Series Game 7 heartbreak.

ESPN NBA
Mar 29, 2026

NBA playoff watch: East, West leaders meet in OKC
Could Pistons-Thunder be a Finals preview? Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Sunday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 29, 2026

Maxey returns as healthy 76ers rally past Hornets
Fully healthy for the first time in months, the 76ers' Big 3 of Joel Embiid, Paul George and Tyrese Maxey helped stop a red-hot Hornets team for a critical road win.

ESPN NBA
Mar 28, 2026

Doncic hit with 1-game suspension for 16th tech
Lakers star Luka Doncic will be suspended for Monday's game against the Wizards after receiving his 16th technical foul on Friday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 28, 2026

Bucks eliminated from playoffs with blowout loss
The Bucks were officially eliminated from playoff contention with a blowout loss to the Spurs, ending the second-longest active playoff streak.

ESPN NBA
Mar 28, 2026

NBA playoff watch: With postseason teams set, seeding battles begin
Things are getting tight in the East. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Saturday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 28, 2026

Luka picks up 16th technical, faces 1-game ban
Luka Doncic was whistled for his 16th technical foul of the season Friday against the Nets and will face a one-game suspension if it is upheld.

ESPN NBA
Mar 28, 2026

Allen keys Cavs to victory with 18 points in return
Center Jarrett Allen sparked Cleveland in his return from injury, scoring 18 points in 18 minutes as the Cavaliers rocked the Miami Heat 149-128.

ESPN NBA
Mar 28, 2026

Grizzlies' Jackson: Refs favor veterans, like KD
GG Jackson doesn't think the Grizzlies are getting a fair shake from officials compared to other teams' stars such as the Rockets' Kevin Durant.

ESPN NBA
Mar 27, 2026

NBA fines Wolves' Reid $50K for ref comments
The NBA fined Timberwolves big man Naz Reid $50,000 "for questioning the integrity of game officials" in Minnesota's 110-108 victory over the Houston Rockets on Wednesday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 27, 2026

Sources: Curry (knee) ruled out another 2 games
The Golden State Warriors will rule star guard Stephen Curry out for another two contests because of his ailing knee, stretching his prolonged absence to at least 25 consecutive games, league sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Mar 27, 2026

Sources: NBA presents 3 anti-tanking proposals
The NBA presented three comprehensive anti-tanking concepts to its board of governors Wednesday as part of this week's meetings in New York, with modifications expected to each before a formal vote in May, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Mar 27, 2026

Why NBA insiders are all-in on the Spurs: 'Victor breaks all the rules'
San Antonio's title buzz is growing around the league. Plus, new intel on expansion and an East playoff race full of injury questions.

ESPN NBA
Mar 26, 2026

Gervin irked QB Williams filed 'Iceman' trademark
Former NBA star George Gervin said he was "caught off guard" when he learned Bears quarterback Caleb Williams had attempted to trademark the "Iceman," a nickname that Gervin has used since his playing days.

ESPN NBA
Mar 26, 2026

Bulls' Ivey, Smith out rest of season with injuries
The Bulls have ruled guard Jaden Ivey and forward Jalen Smith out for the remainder of the season due to injuries.

ESPN NBA
Mar 26, 2026

Updated NBA rookie rankings: Why the ROY race is all but over
Where do the NBA's top rookies stack up with a few weeks left in the regular season? We stacked the top 10.

ESPN NBA
Mar 26, 2026

NBA playoff watch: Hawks look to remain red hot
Atlanta is up to fifth in the East. Will the Celtics clip the Hawks' wings? Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Thursday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 26, 2026

NBA playoff watch: 76ers, Hornets clash in key seeding matchup
Can Philadelphia or Charlotte move into the top six? Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Thursday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 26, 2026

NBA playoff watch: Can Hornets keep moving up?
The streaking Knicks and Hornets clash. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Wednesday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 26, 2026

The balancing act facing Jayson Tatum and the Celtics
Boston and its superstar wing represent perhaps the biggest wild card of the 2026 NBA playoffs.

ESPN NBA
Mar 26, 2026

New NBA rookie rankings: Has Kon Knueppel already clinched the ROY race?
Where do the NBA's top rookies stack up with a few weeks left in the regular season? We stacked the top 10.

ESPN NBA
Mar 26, 2026

Wolves post largest OT comeback on record
With a game-closing 15-0 run, the Timberwolves came back from 13 points down for a 110-108 victory over the Rockets on Wednesday night.

ESPN NBA
Mar 26, 2026

Draymond: Hated and loved Wemby's MVP case
Warriors forward Draymond Green said he both "hated" and "absolutely loved" the MVP self-promotion from Spurs center Victor Wembanyama.

ESPN NBA
Mar 26, 2026

Murray drops 53, Jokic nearly has 20-20-20 game
Jamal Murray scored 53 points and Nikola Jokic had 23 points, 21 rebounds and 19 assists as the Nuggets held off the Mavericks on Wednesday night.

ESPN NBA
Mar 26, 2026

OKC's Williams clears another test in 2nd game
The Thunder are being conservative with Jalen Williams' minutes as he works his way back into form following a hamstring injury that forced him to miss the past two months.

ESPN NBA
Mar 26, 2026

Doc says Giannis progressing but not yet healthy
Bucks coach Doc Rivers said Wednesday that Giannis Antetokounmpo remains sidelined by a left knee injury that has kept him out of five games. "He's progressing," Rivers said. "He's just not healthy."

ESPN NBA
Mar 25, 2026

Embiid, George lead 76ers past Bulls in return
Joel Embiid scored 35 points in his return to the lineup from injury, while Paul George had 28 points in his first game since serving a 25-game suspension.

ESPN NBA
Mar 25, 2026

Brown-led Celts hand Thunder first loss in month
Jaylen Brown scored 14 of his 31 points a pivotal third quarter, and the Boston Celtics rallied to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 119-109 on Wednesday night, snapping the defending champions' 12-game win streak.

ESPN NBA
Mar 25, 2026

76ers get Embiid back as well as George vs. Bulls
Joel Embiid returned to the 76ers' lineup Wednesday against the Bulls after missing 13 consecutive games because of a right oblique strain.

ESPN NBA
Mar 25, 2026

Silver: NBA ready to combat tanking 'full stop'
NBA commissioner Adam Silver made it clear Wednesday that fixing tanking is his top priority and that there will be fundamental changes to the league's draft system to try to prevent it from happening moving forward.

ESPN NBA
Mar 25, 2026

NBA Futures: Lakers, Spurs title odds shorten; Nuggets, Pistons, Rockets odds get longer
The Lakers and Spurs continue to see their championship odds shorten, and Luka Doncic makes big move in MVP race.

ESPN NBA
Mar 25, 2026

J. Cole breaks down why LeBron James was carrying his latest 'The Fall-Off' vinyl
The Los Angeles Lakers star brought the vinyl for the rapper to sign while James met Cole's children.

ESPN NBA
Mar 25, 2026

NBA Power Rankings: A top-5 shakeup hits our March finale
Where our NBA insiders ranked all 30 teams as the regular season reaches the home stretch.

ESPN NBA
Mar 25, 2026

Fast break: Who was the pick up of the year in 2026?
Eric Moody highlights the trends to monitor around the NBA as the fantasy playoffs continue.

ESPN NBA
Mar 25, 2026

?? Latest intel: All we know about expansion
The NBA seems closer than ever to adding two franchises. Here's what we know, including how an expansion draft could work.

ESPN NBA
Mar 25, 2026

NBA votes to mull Vegas, Seattle expansion bids
The NBA's Board of Governors has approved a vote for the league to explore bids and applicants for expansion teams exclusively in Las Vegas and Seattle, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Mar 25, 2026

NBA Power Rankings: The Thunder reign while East teams rise
Where our NBA insiders ranked all 30 teams as the regular season reaches the home stretch.

ESPN NBA
Mar 25, 2026

NBA playoff watch: Is Thunder-Celtics a Finals preview?
The past two NBA champions meet in a possible June preview. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 25, 2026

'A lot of downside, but not a lot of upside': The balancing act facing Jayson Tatum and the Celtics
Boston and its superstar wing represent perhaps the biggest wild card of the 2026 NBA playoffs.

ESPN NBA
Mar 24, 2026

Grizzlies rule Morant's season over due to elbow
Ja Morant will miss the rest of the season with an ulnar collateral ligament sprain in his left elbow but is expected to be ready for the start of the 2026-27 season.

ESPN NBA
Mar 24, 2026

Warriors' Moody done for year with knee injury
Golden State Warriors guard Moses Moody has been diagnosed with a torn patellar tendon in his left knee.

ESPN NBA
Mar 24, 2026

Bucks rebuked by NBPA over Giannis dispute
The NBA Players Association rebuked the Bucks over their dispute with Giannis Antetokounmpo, implying that Milwaukee is "tanking" and damaging the league's integrity by wanting to shut down the All-Star forward for the rest of the season.

ESPN NBA
Mar 24, 2026

76ers' George says mental health led to PED use
The Sixers' Paul George, who was suspended 25 games for a failed drug test, is set to return Wednesday when Philadelphia faces the Boston Celtics.

ESPN NBA
Mar 24, 2026

NBA players' union calls for 65-game rule change
The NBPA is calling on the league to, at minimum, amend the 65-game rule for players to be eligible for end-of-season awards.

ESPN NBA
Mar 24, 2026

Players union blasts Bucks over Giannis dispute
The NBA Players Association rebuked the Bucks over their dispute with Giannis Antetokounmpo, implying that Milwaukee is "tanking" and damaging the league's integrity by wanting to shut down the All-Star forward for the rest of the season.

ESPN NBA
Mar 24, 2026

?? Ranking best, worst moves since last summer
Bradley Beal to the Clippers? Jared McCain to the Thunder!? We ranked the best and worst moves since last offseason.

ESPN NBA
Mar 24, 2026

NBA draft stock watch: Latest buzz, scouting reports on 21 top prospects
Which 2026 NBA draft prospects helped or hurt their stock after an exciting first weekend during March Madness?

ESPN NBA
Mar 24, 2026

NBA playoff watch: Nuggets, Suns face off in key West battle
Can Phoenix make up ground in the West standings? Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Monday.

ESPN NBA
Mar 24, 2026

OKC's Williams returns: Wrist finally 100%, too
Jalen Williams made his return to the Thunder lineup Monday after missing 26 of the prior 28 games with a hamstring strain and said the time off helped his surgically repaired wrist as well.

ESPN NBA
Mar 24, 2026

Lakers laud resiliency in losing effort to Pistons
The Lakers failed to extend their nine-game winning streak but still lauded their effort in rallying from a 16-point deficit in the second half.

ESPN NBA
Mar 24, 2026

Warriors' Moody stretchered off with knee injury
Warriors wing Moses Moody suffered a non-contact left knee injury late in Monday night's overtime win in Dallas, needing the assistance of a stretcher to exit the floor.

ESPN NBA
Mar 24, 2026

Udoka calls out 'soft' officiating in Rockets' loss
Rockets coach Ime Udoka blasted the officiating after he was ejected from his team's loss to the Bulls, saying they made "soft" calls.

ESPN NBA
Mar 24, 2026

Wemby states MVP case: Want to leave no debate
Victor Wembanyama is making it clear: He wants to win the NBA's MVP award this season.

ESPN NBA
Mar 23, 2026

Bucks waive guard Thomas to convert Nance
The Bucks waived guard Cam Thomas to convert the contract of forward Pete Nance into a standard deal.

ESPN NBA
Mar 23, 2026

Kerr: Will play Curry in play-in tourney if healthy
Golden State coach Steve Kerr dismissed the notion that the Warriors would sit Stephen Curry without a guaranteed spot in the playoffs.

ESPN NBA
Mar 23, 2026

'Why was Bron even in the game?': LeBron, Austin Reaves on the origins of their viral meme
Four years ago, a clip showing James giving instructions to a befuddled Reaves at the end of a 2022 game against the Nets went viral in a major way.

ESPN NBA
Mar 23, 2026

Tyrese Haliburton trolls Kentucky NBA alums after Iowa State win
Calipari, who most of Kentucky's active NBA contingent played for in Lexington, coaches Arkansas these days.

ESPN NBA
Mar 23, 2026

Former No. 1 pick Fultz signing 10-day with Raps
Former No. 1 pick Markelle Fultz is signing a 10-day contract with the Toronto Raptors.

ESPN NBA
Mar 23, 2026

Mexican prospect Lopez declares for NBA draft
Karim Lopez, who spent two seasons in the Australian NBL, has declared for the NBA draft and is poised to become the first player born in Mexico to be picked in the first round.

ESPN NBA
Mar 23, 2026

Pickups: Jazz's Chandler, Wizards' Coulibaly among top adds
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
Mar 23, 2026

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

ESPN NBA
Mar 23, 2026

Ranking the 10 best and 10 worst NBA transactions since last summer
Bradley Beal to the Clippers? Jared McCain to the Thunder!? We ranked the best and worst moves since last offseason.

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