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Desmond Bane speaks with reporters after being traded to the Orlando Magic.

Desmond Bane Amusingly Pointed Out Big Difference Between Magic, Grizzlies Facilities

Desmond Bane is liking what he is seeing so far in Orlando.

Desmond Bane speaks with reporters after being traded to the Orlando Magic.

Desmond Bane Amusingly Pointed Out Big Difference Between Magic, Grizzlies Facilities

Desmond Bane is liking what he is seeing so far in Orlando.

Don't get any ideas, Lakers!

Dave Roberts Tells Lakers to Stay Away From Shohei Ohtani After Sale to Dodgers Owner

Roberts jokingly warned the Lakers to leave Ohtani alone after the team's sale to Dodgers owner Mark Walter.

Los Angeles Dodgers co-owner Mark Walter.

Who Is New Lakers Owner Mark Walter? Walter's Wealth, History Explained

Mark Walter reportedly agreed to purchase a majority stake Los Angeles Lakers at a valuation of $10 billion.

Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey is facing a reckless driving charge.

Grizzlies Center Zach Edey Facing Reckless Driving Charge

The charge stems from a May 1 incident in Indiana.

HEADLINES

Los Angeles Dodgers minority owner and former Los Angeles Laker Magic Johnson celebrates World Series win.

Magic Johnson Weighs in on Buss Family's Shocking Lakers Sale

Washington Commanders owner Josh Harris before the game against the Miami Dolphins.

Most Expensive Sports Teams by Sell Price in American History

LeBron James reacts after a play.

NBA Fans Couldn't Believe Hefty Price Tag Lakers Fetched in Franchise Sale

LeBron James brings the ball up court against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the NBA playoffs.

Lakers Sale Price Breaks Record for Sports Franchise

NBA free agency will kick off on June 30

NBA Free Agency 2025: Schedule & Rules

Jeanie Buss and family are selling a majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers.

Buss Family Agrees to Sell Majority Stake in Los Angeles Lakers

Former NBA guard Eric Bledsoe has been arrested for alleged domestic violence.

Report: Former NBA Guard Eric Bledsoe Arrested on Allegations of Domestic Violence

John Collins averaged 19.0 points and 8.2 rebounds per game for the Utah Jazz during the 2024-25 season.

Lakers Showing Interest in Trade for Utah Jazz Leading Scorer

Rick Carlisle gives an update on Tyrese Haliburton.

Pacers' Rick Carlisle Lays Out Timeline for Tyrese Haliburton Decision Ahead of Game 6

Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant reportedly nixed a trade that would have paired him with Anthony Edwards in Minnesota.

Kevin Durant Nixed Blockbuster Three-Team Trade That Would've Sent Him to Timberwolves

Murray played for Popovich to begin his NBA career

Dejounte Murray Details Heartwarming Gesture From Gregg Popovich During Spurs Tenure

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton talks to his teammates on the bench during the second quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 5 of the 2025 NBA Finals.

ESPN Analyst Believes Injured Tyrese Haliburton Must Play in Game 6

Flagg's basketball IQ is one of the many traits that makes him an elite prospect

Cooper Flagg’s Mental Game Reminds Brian Scalabrine of Two Modern NBA Legends

Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg, guard Tyrese Proctor and guard Kon Knueppel react during the Final Four.

Cooper Flagg Reflects on Decision to Leave Duke After One Season Ahead of NBA Draft

Cooper Flagg, his father, twin brother and mother answer questions at the Ronald McDonald House in North Carolina.

Cooper Flagg Had a Very Wholesome Rivalry When He Was a Child

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Cooper Flagg’s Natural Talent Through His Hoops Journey Portends Limitless NBA Potential

Brian Windhorst is in the arena for the NBA Finals, but he does not watch the game courtside.

Here’s a Doozy of a Theory About Stephen A. Smith’s Solitaire Scandal

Jalen Williams scored 40 points in the Thunder’s Game 5 win.

Jalen Williams Pushes Thunder to Brink of NBA Championship With 40-Point Outburst

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 15 points in the fourth quarter to rally the Thunder to the Game 4 win.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Takes Over to Rally Thunder, Even NBA Finals at 2–2

Duke center Khaman Maluach (left) is expected to be the first big off the board in this year’s NBA draft.

NBA Draft Bigs Tiers: Khaman Maluach Can Be Defensive Anchor With Upside

Tyrese Haliburton had his signature moment of the NBA Finals in Game 3.

Tyrese Haliburton Draws Inspiration From Steph Curry in NBA Finals Game 3 Win

Kon Knueppel is the best all-around shooter in this NBA draft class.

NBA Draft Shooting Tiers: Kon Knueppel, Tre Johnson Have High-Lottery Upside

The Pacers need Tyrese Haliburton to be aggressive moving forward in the NBA Finals.

Key NBA Finals Adjustments for Pacers and Thunder Entering Game 3

Dylan Harper is the top point guard option in the 2025 NBA Draft.

NBA Draft Point Guard Tiers: Dylan Harper Ranks at Top of Class

Jalen Williams goes up to the basket during Game 2 of the NBA Finals as the Thunder evened the series 1–1.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Supporting Cast Power Thunder to NBA Finals Game 2 Win

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a solid statistical Game 1 of the NBA Finals, but faded down the stretch.

What the Thunder Need to Fix in Game 2 of the NBA Finals

Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton shoots the game-winner to take Game 1 of the NBA Finals.

Tyrese Haliburton Adds to Sizzle Reel in Dramatic Comeback to Win NBA Finals Game 1

Adam Silver is annoyed by people lamenting a Pacers-Thunder NBA Finals.

Adam Silver Makes Shortsighted Mistake of Comparing NBA to NFL

Williams and Siakam will be key to their teams’ hopes at winning an NBA title.

NBA Finals: 10 Questions That Will Determine Thunder-Pacers Series

Williams’s clutch shooting percentage is one of the keys to the NBA Finals.

NBA Finals: Five Key Stats That Could Decide Thunder-Pacers Series

FanNation

Dec 25, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) warms up before the game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

NBA Legend Charles Barkley Was Proven Correct About Bronny James

Dec 10, 2017; Detroit, MI, USA; Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (36) dunks in the first half against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Sacramento Kings Are Favorites To Trade For Former Celtics Star

Jan 13, 2025; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Rutgers Scarlet Knights guard Ace Bailey (4) celebrates during the second half against the UCLA Bruins at Jersey Mike's Arena. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

NBA Fans React to Ace Bailey’s Odd Decision to Cancel on Sixers

Mar 9, 2025; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Rutgers Scarlet Knights guard Ace Bailey (4) runs up court after a basket against the Minnesota Golden Gophers during the first half at Jersey Mike's Arena. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

NBA Insider Reveals 76ers Prospect Makes Major Change in Plans

Mar 30, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) reacts after fouling a Houston Rockets player in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Report: Nets’ Three-Team Trade Involving Suns and Timberwolves for Durant Falls Through

Mar 21, 2025; Raleigh, NC, USA; Oklahoma Sooners guard Jeremiah Fears (0) reacts after scoring against Connecticut Huskies during the second half at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

Nets Prospect Watch: Potential Brooklyn Draft Pick Receives Shade From Scout

NBA Mock Draft Suggests Nikola Vucevic-Type Player for 76ers

Apr 26, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (00) before game three of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs against the Houston Rockets at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

How Kevin Durant's Trade Dilemma Affects Warriors Star Jonathan Kuminga

Jan. 20, 2011; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls former player Scottie Pippen prior to the first half against the Dallas Mavericks at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-Imagn Images

NBA Fans Send Love To Bulls Legend Scottie Pippen