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NBA commissioner Adam Silver discussed the topic of expansion this week.

Adam Silver Explains One Issue That NBA Must Figure Out Before Adding New Teams

Adam Silver explained why NBA expansion might not be imminent.

Karl Rasmussen
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NBA commissioner Adam Silver discussed the topic of expansion this week.

Adam Silver Explains One Issue That NBA Must Figure Out Before Adding New Teams

Adam Silver explained why NBA expansion might not be imminent.

Karl Rasmussen
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Former Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (0) takes questions from the media during a press conference before a game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center.

Damian Lillard Had Simple Two-Word Message After Reuniting With Trail Blazers

Damian Lillard posted an iconic video following the announcement of his return to Portland.

Eva Geitheim
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Damian Lillard spent the first 11 years of his career in Portland.

NBA World Reacts to Damian Lillard's Out-of-Nowhere Decision to Return to Trail Blazers

After tearing his Achilles in the playoffs, Damian Lillard is coming back to Portland and NBA fans couldn't believe it.

Liam McKeone
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Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard warms up before a game.

Damian Lillard Reunites With Trail Blazers on New Three-Year Deal

Lillard spent the first 11 years of his 13-year career in Portland.

Madison Williams
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HEADLINES

Jonathan Kuminga stands on the court before a play against the Timberwolves in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals.

Report: Jonathan Kuminga Hoped Warriors Would Trade Him to Eastern Conference Team

Tom Dierberger
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Kendrick Perkins not impressed by the Clippers' addition of Bradley Beal.

Kendrick Perkins Has One-Word Answer for What Bradley Beal Means for the Clippers

Kyle Koster
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Former Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (3) reacts against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Footprint Center.

NBA Players Laughed at Bradley Beal's Emoji Choice in Farewell Post to Suns

Eva Geitheim
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Beal was waived by the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday and plans to sign with the Los Angeles Clippers.

Bill Simmons Verbally Spars With Suns Announcer Over Bradley Beal Downfall in Phoenix

Mike McDaniel
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Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid looks on after the game against the Milwaukee Bucks.

Joel Embiid Expresses Frustration Over Sixers' Lack of Continuity Throughout Career

Eva Geitheim
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Josh Hart underwent a procedure to repair an injury suffered in the postseason, the Knicks announced.

Knicks' Josh Hart Undergoes Procedure to Repair Playoff Injury

Liam McKeone
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Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) looks on during the third quarter against the Boston Celtics.

Joel Embiid Responds to Narratives About Postseason Play, Caring Too Much About Awards

Eva Geitheim
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Joel Embiid and James Harden played together on the 76ers for nearly two years.

Joel Embiid Explains Why He's Hurt by Relationship With James Harden

Liam McKeone
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Bradley Beal was bought of his contract by the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday.

NBA Fans React to Bradley Beal Joining Western Conference Contender After Suns Buyout

Liam McKeone
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San Antonio Spurs rookie Dylan Harper will sit out the remainder of summer league action.

Spurs to Shut Down Dylan Harper for Remainder of Summer League

Mike McDaniel
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Bradley Beal drives for a layup in 2024 against his apparent future team, the Clippers.

Bradley Beal to Join Clippers After Suns Buy Him Out

Patrick Andres
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Jalen Williams has had an awesome summer.

Thunder’s Jalen Williams Did Something Awesome for His Parents After $287M Deal

Andy Nesbitt
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LeBron James reacts during the first half of a playoff game this season.

LeBron James’s Future With Lakers Becomes More Clear for Two Big Reasons

Patrick Andres
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Hornets forward Moussa Diabate talks with Paul George after a game last season.

Paul George Had a Laughable Reason for Why He’d Never Play for Charlotte

Stephen Douglas
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A fan pleads for the SuperSonics to return before a 2023 exhibition game between the Clippers and Jazz in Seattle.

Enthusiasm for NBA Expansion 'Not Overwhelming' Among Owners

Patrick Andres
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FEATURED

Dorian Finney-Smith is a classic 3-and-D player who the Rockets were missing last season.

Four Best Fits in NBA Free Agency

Liam McKeone
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Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray appear to have an improved supporting cast in Denver.

NBA Free Agency Winners and Losers: Nuggets Retool While Lakers Scuffle

Liam McKeone
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LeBron James opted into the final year of his contract with the Lakers, but questions about his future still remain.

What LeBron James Opting Into Final Contract Year Means for the Lakers

Chris Mannix
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The Bucks need to build a contending roster around Giannis Antetokounmpo for the 2025–26 season.

Four Teams Whose Needs Could Define 2025 NBA Free Agency

Liam McKeone
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Federal authorities are investigating Pistons guard Malik Beasley after unusual betting activit on his prop bets.

Malik Beasley Gambling Bombshell Brings Out the Social Media Sleuths

Jimmy Traina
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As Gregg Popovich Says Goodbye to Coaching, a Look Back at His Defining Legacy

Jack McCallum
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Darryn Peterson will vie for the No. 1 spot in the 2026 NBA draft with AJ Dybantsa and Cameron Boozer.

Way-Too-Early 2026 NBA Draft Big Board: Three Vie for No. 1 Spot

Kevin Sweeney
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The Spurs took Dylan Harper with the No. 2 pick with hopes he can be a franchise guard.

NBA Draft First-Round Stock Report: Liking Dylan Harper, Ace Bailey Selections

Chris Mannix
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Rasheer Fleming is the best-available player for the second round of the NBA draft.

NBA Draft: Best Available Players in the Second Round

Kevin Sweeney
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Ace Bailey was drafted by the Jazz despite reports that Utah was not his preferred destination.

NBA Draft Winners and Losers: Ace Bailey’s Landing Spot, Nets’ Five First-Rounders

Liam McKeone
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The 2025 NBA draft class takes the stage ahead of the first round.

NBA Draft First-Round Grades: Every Selection From Cooper Flagg to No. 30

Kevin Sweeney
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Cooper Flagg shakes hands with NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected No. 1 by the Mavericks.

Cooper Flagg Selected No. 1 by Mavericks: How His Basketball Fit Translates to NBA

Chris Mannix
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Mark Williams was traded to the Suns.

NBA Trade Tracker: Latest Deals, Draft Moves and Free Agency News

SI Staff
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Jeremiah Fears shoots a jump shot against Michigan in a December game.

Jeremiah Fears Rises From Underrated High School Recruit to Top Draft Projection

Kevin Sweeney
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Ace Bailey did not participate in individual team workouts leading into the NBA draft.

NBA Draft Storylines to Watch: Which Team Selects Ace Bailey, Other Polarizing Players

Kevin Sweeney
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