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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

ESPN NBA
Nov 27, 2025

How Tyrese Maxey went from the hardwood to the 2025 National Dog Show
The Philadelphia 76ers star ran two dogs through the Purina Pro Plan Incredible Dog Challenge Agility Show while the show taped in Philadelphia.

ESPN NBA
Nov 27, 2025

Sources: Warriors star Curry (quad) to miss week
The Warriors anticipate Stephen Curry will miss around a week with a quad contusion, depending on how he responds to treatment, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania and Anthony Slater.

ESPN NBA
Nov 27, 2025

Sources: Thunder's Williams to make debut Friday
Thunder All-NBA guard Jalen Williams is set to make his season debut against the Suns on Friday, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Nov 27, 2025

OKC's Williams off injury report; to debut Friday
Thunder All-NBA guard Jalen Williams is set to make his season debut against the Suns on Friday.

ESPN NBA
Nov 27, 2025

Sources: Warriors' Curry (quad) to miss week
The Warriors anticipate Stephen Curry will miss around a week with a quad contusion, depending on how he responds to treatment, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania and Anthony Slater.

ESPN NBA
Nov 27, 2025

Blazers ousted, get 'first taste' of playoff-like test
The Blazers fumbled their chance to clinch Group C in the NBA Cup's West bracket on Wednesday night, but considered it a "good loss" to learn from for a team that has been out of the playoff mix in recent seasons.

ESPN NBA
Nov 27, 2025

Curry limps off with bruised quad, will have MRI
Warriors star Stephen Curry came up limping with a right quad contusion after a series of fourth-quarter collisions in Wednesday's loss to the Rockets and will undergo an MRI.

ESPN NBA
Nov 27, 2025

Spurs' Harper (calf) returns, provides spark in win
Spurs rookie Dylan Harper had seven points, three rebounds and two assists off the bench in his return Wednesday at Portland after missing 10 games because of a strained left calf.

ESPN NBA
Nov 27, 2025

NBA Cup takeaways: Everything to know before Friday's final night of group play
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 26, 2025

Thankful Spoelstra wins 800th game with Heat
Erik Spoelstra won the 800th game of his career Wednesday night, as the Miami Heat beat the Milwaukee Bucks 106-103 in an NBA Cup matchup.

ESPN NBA
Nov 26, 2025

Spurs' Harper (calf) makes return vs. Blazers
Spurs rookie Dylan Harper made his return Wednesday at Portland after missing 10 games because of a strained left calf.

ESPN NBA
Nov 26, 2025

Celts halt Pistons' win streak at 13 in frantic finish
Cade Cunningham scored 42 points but missed a potential game-tying free throw in the closing seconds as the Pistons fell to the Celtics 117-114, ending their 13-game winning streak.

ESPN NBA
Nov 26, 2025

Spurs' Harper (calf) expects to play Wednesday
Spurs rookie Dylan Harper expects to make his return Wednesday at Portland after missing 10 games due to a strained left calf.

ESPN NBA
Nov 26, 2025

Sources: Knicks' Shamet out at least four weeks
Knicks guard Landry Shamet will be reevaluated in four weeks as the recovers from a right shoulder sprain, sources tell ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Nov 26, 2025

Fantasy fast break: Eric Moody on Mikal Bridges' durability, Kel'el Ware's rise and more
Eric Moody's fantasy basketball insights you need to know about, including Mikal Bridges' durability and production in New York, Kel'el Ware's second-year rise and more.

ESPN NBA
Nov 26, 2025

New NBA Power Rankings: 1-30 poll
NBA insiders breakdown this week's power rankings one month into the 2025-26 regular season.

ESPN NBA
Nov 26, 2025

How a South Korean fan caught the attention of the Pistons -- and its stars
Tom Hur, also known as Korea Pistons Fan on social media, has become known for his genuine and passionate fandom of the team while residing in Seoul, South Korea.

ESPN NBA
Nov 26, 2025

One genre, many audiences: A quarter century of sports movies, ranked
A national Seton Hall poll crowns America's favorite modern sports movie.?

ESPN NBA
Nov 26, 2025

?? Why LeBron's most remarkable streak is at risk
James has scored in double-digits for nearly 1,300 straight games. But there is another streak that's even more remarkable -- and now in danger.

ESPN NBA
Nov 26, 2025

NBA Power Rankings: Raptors, Pistons battle for top of East standings
NBA insiders breakdown this week's power rankings one month into the 2025-26 regular season.

ESPN NBA
Nov 26, 2025

How a legendary historian is quietly fueling OKC's championship rise
As OKC GM Sam Presti formed a Thunder team built for a dynasty, he was inspired by a man who has been working on the same project for more than 50 years.

ESPN NBA
Nov 26, 2025

NBA Cup takeaways: Lakers clinch behind Doncic, Reaves and James
The NBA Cup continues as group play wraps up. Here's everything you need to know about the tournament.

ESPN NBA
Nov 26, 2025

Luka, LeBron, Reaves combine for 99 to sink Clips
Luka Doncic had 43 points and fell one rebound shy of a triple-double, Austin Reaves had 31 points and LeBron James had 25 to lead the Lakers past the Clippers for their fifth straight win.

ESPN NBA
Nov 26, 2025

Luka calls out slippery court after win over Clips
Luka Doncic had 43 points and fell one rebound shy of a triple-double, Austin Reaves had 31 points and LeBron James had 25 to lead the Lakers past the Clippers for their fifth straight win.

ESPN NBA
Nov 25, 2025

Suggs tossed, 4 others T'd up in Magic-Sixers tiff
A heated altercation toward the end of the first half in Tuesday night's Magic-Sixers game resulted in Jalen Suggs being ejected and four other players receiving technical fouls.

ESPN NBA
Nov 25, 2025

Mavs' Lively out at least 3 games with foot injury
Mavericks center Dereck Lively II will miss at least the next three games while being evaluated for swelling and discomfort in his surgically repaired right foot.

ESPN NBA
Nov 25, 2025

Best MVP race ever coming? These four stars are playing out of this world
Nikola Jokic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Luka Doncic are off to scorching starts. What does it mean for the MVP race?

ESPN NBA
Nov 25, 2025

Mitchell, Cunningham move up in latest NBA 2K26 ratings
Here's every player who gained or lost points in the latest NBA 2K26 ratings update.

ESPN NBA
Nov 25, 2025

Ex-NBA champ Fox entering Bahamian politics
Former NBA player Rick Fox will run for a legislative seat in the Bahamas in next year's general election, he announced Monday.

ESPN NBA
Nov 25, 2025

?? Queen claps back after Falcons name-drop troll
The New Orleans Pelicans rookie already marked his calendar for the Hawks after the Falcons poked fun at him.

ESPN NBA
Nov 25, 2025

From LeBron and CP3 to KD and PG: NBA draft classes down to just a few active players
The aughts are over? Here's a look at draft classes with the fewest players remaining in the league.

ESPN NBA
Nov 25, 2025

Early contender questions: How top 16 teams can keep playoff hopes alive
Our insiders answer one big question on the top NBA teams with title ambitions.

ESPN NBA
Nov 25, 2025

Jokic, SGA, Giannis and Luka are off to historic starts: Why this MVP race could be epic
Nikola Jokic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Luka Doncic are off to scorching starts. What does it mean for the MVP race?

ESPN NBA
Nov 25, 2025

Why LeBron James' most remarkable NBA streak is now at risk
James has scored in double-digits for nearly 1,300 straight games. But there is another streak that's even more remarkable -- and now in danger.

ESPN NBA
Nov 24, 2025

Pistons tie '90, '04 title teams, win 13th in row
Guard Cade Cunningham and the surging Detroit Pistons, who set an NBA record for consecutive losses in a single NBA season with 28 in 2023, tied a franchise record Monday night with their 13th straight victory, defeating the Indiana Pacers 122-117.

ESPN NBA
Nov 24, 2025

Herro keeps red-hot Heat rolling in season debut
Tyler Herro eventually got going in his return from ankle surgery in September and led Miami to a win over Dallas on Monday night.

ESPN NBA
Nov 24, 2025

Lakers rule out Ayton, sign Timme to 2-way deal
The Los Angeles Lakers, who will be missing Deandre Ayton for the immediate future, signed 6-foot-10 big man Drew Timme to a two-way contract.

ESPN NBA
Nov 24, 2025

Lakers sign ex-Zags star Timme to 2-way deal
The Los Angeles Lakers signed 6-foot-10 big man Drew Timme to a two-way contract.

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