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Luka Doncic and Kevin Durant talk trash as the Los Angeles Lakers play the Phoenix Suns.

Mic’d-Up Luka Doncic Had Hilarious One-Liner About the Suns’ Bad Defense

Doncic couldn't believe how open he was against the Suns.

Luka Doncic and Kevin Durant talk trash as the Los Angeles Lakers play the Phoenix Suns.

Mic’d-Up Luka Doncic Had Hilarious One-Liner About the Suns’ Bad Defense

Doncic couldn't believe how open he was against the Suns.

Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) reacts against the Sacramento Kings during the first half at Footprint Center.

Mics Caught Kevin Durant’s Defeated Message About Luka Doncic During Lakers-Suns

Durant had no answers for how to guard Doncic in Sunday's game.

P.J. Washington is tired of hearing these chants.

Mavs’ P.J. Washington Had Sincere Message for Dallas Fans Over ‘Fire Nico’ Chants

The Mavs forward is sick of hearing fans yelling this at games.

Scal was hoopin'.

Brian Scalabrine Showed Up to A NYC Basketball Court and Dominated Social Media Star

The White Mamba can still hoop.

HEADLINES

LeBron James is expected to miss another week due to a groin strain.

NBA Insider Gives Update on Timetable for LeBron James's Return to Lineup for Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers' Bronny James claps back at a heckler on March 14, 2025.

Bronny James Shuts Down Heckler at Lakers-Nuggets With Killer Three-Word Clap-Back

Indiana's second unit struggled in Saturday's loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.

T.J. McConnell Gave Blunt, Self-Deprecating Answer on Pacers' Struggles vs Bucks

Golden State Warriors guard Steph Curry speaks with reporters on March 15, 2025.

Steph Curry Hilariously Grades Draymond Green's 'Night Night' in Win Over Knicks

Oklahoma City Thunder coach Mark Daigneault on March 15, 2025.

Thunder Said They Knew to Expect 'Loose' Officiating After J.B. Bickerstaff Rant

The Warriors are 14-2 since trading for Butler.

Jimmy Butler Was Incredibly Unselfish Following Warriors' Seventh Straight Win

Green scored nine points Saturday

Warriors Teammate Had Perfect Name for Draymond's Version of 'Night Night' Celebration

Tony Allen speaks at the Grizzlies arena.

Tony Allen Had Perfect Profane Description of Grizzlies During Jersey Retirement

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic is an elite prop target on Sunday.

Peter’s Points: NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Luka Doncic, 76ers vs. Mavericks)

Payton Pritchard reacts after making a three-pointer.

Payton Pritchard Makes NBA History in Celtics' Win Over Nets

Green lays up a shot.

Draymond Green Hits Steph Curry's Signature Celebration After Game-Clinching Basket vs Knicks

J.B. Bickerstaff left a crumpled piece of paper on the podium when he left his press conference.

J.B. Bickerstaff Unleashes Fiery Rant on Officiating Leaving Crumpled Box Score in His Wake

Gilgeous-Alexander passes the ball to Waters III during a 2022 Thunder game.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Had Selfless Move for Former Teammate Right After Huge Performance

Green on the bench.

Draymond Green Blasts 'Weak' Stephen A. Smith for Critical Comments on LeBron James

New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau reacts during the first half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena.

Tom Thibodeau and Mikal Bridges 'Hashed Things Out' After Conflicting Comments

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Green dribbles the ball as Suns guard Devin Booker defends.

Rockets’ Surprising Rise to Title Contender Isn’t a Fluke

NBA fans have tuned into to watch James and Doncic play together.

Ratings Prove That the Lakers Warrant All the Coverage They Get

Irving is helped off the court after suffering an ACL injury on Monday.

After Kyrie Irving’s Injury, What Are Next Steps for the Mavericks?

Can Doncic (77) turn the Lakers into a playoff force right away?

Seven Story Lines to Follow for the NBA Stretch Run

Knicks guard Josh Hart brings the ball up court against the 76ers.

Knicks’ Title Hopes Hinge on Improved Defense

Doncic (77) came up big in an emotional first game against Dallas.

The Luka Doncic Lakers Have Arrived Ahead of Schedule

Cunningham (right) led the Pistons to their seventh straight win, scoring 32 points against the Clippers.

SI:AM | The Pistons Are Finally Respectable Again

The Sixers could shut down Embiid, who has been dealing with a knee injury, for the remainder of the season.

This Is Terrible Scheduling by the NBA and ESPN

Hennen (circled, left) and Fairley (circled, right) at a March 29, 2023, NBA game in Philadelphia. Hennen is accused of helping orchestrate “fraudulent sports wagers totaling millions of dollars.” He has called Fairley his “partner.”

Inside the Gambling Ring Allegedly Linked to Point Shaving Across Pro and College Basketball

Embiid has played in just 19 of Philadelphia’s 56 games this season.

SI:AM | Joel Embiid Staring Down Possibility of Another Lost Season

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic on Feb 22, 2025.

Luka Doncic: 'Finally Feeling Like Myself' in Lakers' Dominant Win Over Nuggets

Dort discusses his NBA journey, the Thunder’s rapid rise and more on an episode of the “Open Floor” podcast.

Lu Dort’s Rapid Rise From Undrafted to Top Defender on Title-Contending Thunder

Luka Doncic's trade to the Lakers was one of the biggest sports stories in recent times.

The NBA vs. NHL Argument Makes No Sense at All

Edgecombe has been phenomenal in Big 12 play for Baylor.

NBA Draft Big Board: VJ Edgecombe Pushing Toward Top Three

Curry shoots during the NBA All-Star Game.

NBA All-Star Game Format Interesting, But Too Many Breaks

FanNation

Mar 14, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) reacts after a play in the third quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

NBA Fans React to Jamal Murray Injury News Before Warriors-Nuggets

Mar 16, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) dunks the ball in the second quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

OKC Thunder Cruise to 16-Point Win Over Bucks, Sweep Three-Game Trip

Heat rookie Kel'el Ware won't get to watch his Indiana Hoosiers in the NCAA Tournament after they were snubbed on Selection Sunday, but the majority of Miami Heat players and coaches will have a rooting interest in the Big Dance.

Potential Kentucky-UCLA Sweet 16 Matchup May Spice Up Heat's March

Mar 8, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) calls a play against the Boston Celtics during the second quarter at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

JJ Redick Makes LeBron James Injury Announcement Before Lakers-Suns

Mar 16, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (5) steals the ball from Brooklyn Nets guard Keon Johnson (45) during the first quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Dyson Daniels Accomplishes Rare NBA Feat In Atlanta's Loss to Brooklyn

Feb 25, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) chases Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) as he brings the ball up court during the second quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

NBA Fans React to Steph Curry Injury News Before Warriors-Nuggets

Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch looks on against the Utah Jazz in the second half at Target Center in Minneapolis on March 16, 2025.

Chris Finch on 200th win: 'Hopefully it's just the beginning of a lot more'

Mar 16, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) leaves the court after the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Phoenix Suns Coach Mike Budenholzer Makes Honest Kevin Durant Statement

Mar 10, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (3) dribbles the ball against the Indiana Pacers during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

Latest Josh Giddey Injury Update Before Bulls-Jazz