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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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

Brian Windhorst gave his insight on the Knicks-Timberwolves blockbuster trade.

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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'

Jaylen Brown and Sean Evans on 'Hot Ones'

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

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

Randle spent the last five seasons in orange and blue.

Julius Randle Shares Honest Reaction to Stunning Trade From Knicks

Pau Gasol with BetterUp

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

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

KAT was traded by the Wolves this offseason

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

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

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

Focused Joel Embiid Feels Urgency to Win NBA Championship

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

LeBron James speaks jovially with a member of the press.

Lakers Training Camp Features Joyous, Upbeat Vibes and a DJ

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

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

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

Memphis Grizzlies first-round pick Zach Edey talks to the media.

Zach Edey, Grizzlies Recreate Iconic Muggsy Bogues-Manute Bol Photo

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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

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

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

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

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'

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

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

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

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

Editor’s Letter: The 70th Anniversary of SI

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

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

“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

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

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

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

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell.

Cavs Disrespected in NBA Championship Odds Following Donovan Mitchell Extension

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Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) shoots against Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) during the first half at Wintrust Arena.

NBA Legend Dwyane Wade Makes Honest Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese Statement

Oct 12, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart (36) watches a game against the Atlanta Hawks in the fourth quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

NBA Fans React To Marcus Smart New York Knicks Rumor

Apr 12, 2024; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson (00) drives to the basket during the second half against Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Blazers Hoping Young Star Can Take Major Leap This Year

Feb 23, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (0) and forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) shake hands before the start of the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Bucks' Damian Lillard Details Challenge of Building Chemistry with Giannis Antetokounmpo

Lakers News: Bronny James Seems to Take Shot at Darvin Ham When Discussing JJ Redick

Jan 27, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) is interviewed after defeating the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

LeBron James Reveals Reason For Signing With Los Angeles Lakers

Apr 11, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz forward Brice Sensabaugh (8) warms up before a game against the Houston Rockets at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

Jazz's Brice Sensabaugh Sounds Off on 'Huge Difference' From Rookie Year

Mar 7, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts to a call during the second half against the Miami Heat at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Dallas Mavericks Sit High in Preseason Power Rankings

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (3), guard Ayo Dosunmu (11) and guard Zach LaVine (8) pose during Chicago Bulls Media Day. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Chicago Bulls Fans React to Josh Giddey’s Zach LaVine Statement