James is entering his seventh season with the Lakers.

LeBron James Emphatically Refutes Report of Why He Joined Lakers in 2018

The Lakers star wanted to clear things up.

Tom Dierberger
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James is entering his seventh season with the Lakers.

LeBron James Emphatically Refutes Report of Why He Joined Lakers in 2018

The Lakers star wanted to clear things up.

Tom Dierberger
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Victor Wembanyama at the Spurs' media day.

Victor Wembanyama Names Caitlin Clark As WNBA Player Who Inspires Him

One Rookie of the Year gave high praise to another.

Patrick Andres
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NBA commissioner Adam Silver presents Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) the KIA NBA MVP trophy.

2024-25 NBA MVP Odds: Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Headline Loaded Market

Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey previews the NBA MVP betting market, including the path for some of the top contenders.

Peter Dewey
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Rondo with the Cavaliers in 2022.

Rajon Rondo, Pondering Coaching Career, to Join Bucks in Unspecified Role This Season

The longtime guard last played in 2022.

Patrick Andres
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Karl-Anthony Towns reacts during a game against the Dallas Mavericks.

Many NBA Executives Believe Timberwolves Won Karl-Anthony Towns Trade With Knicks

Karl Rasmussen
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Karl-Anthony Towns and Tom Thibodeau in 2017.

Karl-Anthony Towns Says History With Knicks' Tom Thibodeau Gives Him 'Head Start'

Patrick Andres
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Jaylen Brown and Sean Evans on 'Hot Ones'

Jaylen Brown Gives Sean Evans Props During Epic 'Hot Ones' Performance

Kyle Koster
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Doris Burke and Mike Breen will work without a third partner to start the NBA season.

Don’t Expect ESPN to Add a Lead NBA Analyst to Its No. 1 Booth Before Season Starts

Jimmy Traina
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Randle spent the last five seasons in orange and blue.

Julius Randle Shares Honest Reaction to Stunning Trade From Knicks

Liam McKeone
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Pau Gasol with BetterUp

Exclusive Q&A: Pau Gasol in Conversation With Prince Harry for BetterUp, Lakers' Championship Hopes, and More

Liam McKeone
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Karl-Anthony Towns came through for a young girl before heading east.

Karl-Anthony Towns Classily Kept Promise to a Reporter's Daughter One Day After Trade

Patrick Andres
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KAT was traded by the Wolves this offseason

Knicks Used CBA 'Loophole' to Execute Karl-Anthony Towns Trade

Liam McKeone
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Towns averaged 21.8 points and 8.3 rebounds in 32.7 minutes per contest in 2023-24, his final season in Minnesota.

Karl-Anthony Towns Pens Heartfelt Letter to Timberwolves Fans After Knicks Trade

Tom Dierberger
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Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid is aiming for a deep playoff run this season.

Focused Joel Embiid Feels Urgency to Win NBA Championship

Chris Mannix
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Former Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns and guard Anthony Edwards embrace after defeating the Denver Nuggets in game seven of the second round of the 2024 NBA playoffs at Ball Arena in May.

Anthony Edwards Was 'Really Hurt' By Karl-Anthony Towns Trade

Tim Capurso
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LeBron James speaks jovially with a member of the press.

Lakers Training Camp Features Joyous, Upbeat Vibes and a DJ

Stephen Douglas
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Towns is headed to the Knicks after spending the first nine years of his career with the Timberwolves.

Details of Karl-Anthony Towns Blockbuster Three-Team Trade Now Finalized

Ryan Phillips
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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) during media day at the UCLA Health Training Center.

LeBron James Had Blunt Response to What He Still Needs to Accomplish in NBA Career

Karl Rasmussen
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Jan 27, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) and forward Draymond Green (23) during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Chase Center.

Draymond Green Shares Honest Plan for First Matchup vs. Klay Thompson, Mavericks

Patrick Andres
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Karl-Anthony Towns is being traded to the New York Knicks.

Karl-Anthony Towns to Knicks: Timberwolves Take Step Back by Shedding Salary

Chris Mannix
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Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum talks with influencer Mak Thompson during media day.

Celtics Run It Back in What Could Be Their Best Chance at Another Title

Chris Mannix
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Wojnarowski is headed back to his alma mater, St. Bonaventure.

Adrian Wojnarowski Gives Final ‘Woj Bomb’ With Shocking Retirement From ESPN

Jimmy Traina
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Aug 6, 2024; Paris, France; United States guard LeBron James (6) and small forward Jayson Tatum (10) react in the first half against Brazil in a men’s basketball quarterfinal game during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Accor Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Celtics' Jayson Tatum Calls Coverage of Olympics Benching 'A Lot'

Mike McDaniel
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The defending NBA champion Boston Celtics open the 2024–25 season against the new-look New York Knicks.

Top 10 NBA Games to Circle for 2024–25 Season

Chris Mannix
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Barkley revealed the details of his TNT contract during Friday’s “Dan Patrick Show” while discussing the NBA’s new TV deal with Amazon.

Charles Barkley Opens Up About His Future and 10-Year, $210 Million Contract

Jimmy Traina
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ESPN/ABC will air the next 11 NBA Finals under the new TV deal, which will begin with the 2025–26 season.

Here’s What Disney, NBC and Amazon Are Getting in New NBA TV Deal

Jimmy Traina
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Jayson Tatum is featured on Sports Illustrated's July 2024 cover.

Editor’s Letter: The 70th Anniversary of SI

Stephen Cannella
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If Amazon ends up winning streaming rights for the NBA, the 2024–25 season will be the last for TNT’s “Inside the NBA.”

Where the NBA TV Rights Deal Stands After WBD Matches Amazon’s Offer

Jimmy Traina
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Apr 14, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. (1) dribbles as Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (50) defends during the second half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports

Scotty Pippen Jr. Notches Triple-Double to Lead Grizzlies to Summer League Final

Ryan Phillips
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“We should never put money above the regular fan,” Barkley said of the NBA's new TV deal, which includes multiple streaming platforms.

Charles Barkley Calls Out ‘Greedy’ Players, Owners for Not Thinking of Fans

Jimmy Traina
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With NBC, ESPN/ABC and Amazon all expected to be included in the NBA's new TV deal, fans will have to remember which network to tune in to every night.

New NBA TV Deal Will Have Fans Scrambling to Find Games Every Night

Jimmy Traina
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Paul George explained on his podcast why he chose to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers.

NBA Free Agency Winners and Losers: Paul George Addition Pushes Sixers to the Top

Chris Mannix
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Jun 17, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) handles the ball against the Dallas Mavericks in game five of the 2024 NBA Finals at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports

Derrick White to Replace Kawhi Leonard on Team USA for Paris Olympics, per Report

Liam McKeone
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Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell.

Cavs Disrespected in NBA Championship Odds Following Donovan Mitchell Extension

Peter Dewey
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