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Luka Doncic Sidelined for Thunder Matchup Following Hamstring Soreness
Mavericks guard Luka Doncic was ruled out of Thursday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder after exiting Wednesday's victory with a sore left hamstring.
Tom Dundon Completes $4.25B Blazers Ownership Sale as Portland Chases 8th Seed
The NBA Board of Governors approved the $4.25 billion Blazers ownership sale on Monday, shifting the franchise's focus toward immediate winning.
Engineering Intimidation: The Intuit Dome Wall and the Clippers' New Home Court Strategy
The Intuit Dome Wall features a 51-row, standing-room-only design built to turn Los Angeles Clippers fans into active participants who target opposing players.
Victor Wembanyama Sidelined for Spurs vs. Clippers Due to Right Ankle Management
The San Antonio Spurs will face the LA Clippers without Victor Wembanyama, who is officially out for Thursday's game following a win over the Warriors.
Anthony Edwards Ineligible for NBA Awards After Missing Detroit Pistons Matchup
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards will miss out on postseason honors after being ruled out against the Detroit Pistons with a knee injury.
Cade Cunningham Out at Least One Week with Collapsed Lung as Pistons Lead East
Detroit Pistons All-Star Cade Cunningham will miss at least seven more days as he recovers from a collapsed left lung sustained on March 19.
AJ Dybantsa Leads 2026 NBA Draft Rankings as Boozer Averages 22.5 PPG
AJ Dybantsa is the current favorite for the 2026 NBA Draft, while Duke's Cameron Boozer finished the season averaging 22.5 points and 10.2 rebounds.
Wizards Issue Apology for Scripted $10,000 April Fools Prank During 153-131 Loss
The Washington Wizards issued a formal apology following a scripted April Fools' Day prank where a planted fan was led to believe he won $10,000 during a blowout loss.
NBA Launches Formal Investigation Into Kawhi Leonard’s Clippers Contract
The NBA is scrutinizing the 2019 signing of Kawhi Leonard by the LA Clippers, investigating allegations of unauthorized benefits and CBA violations.
Victor Wembanyama Posts 41 Points and 18 Rebounds in Spurs Victory
Spurs center Victor Wembanyama recorded 41 points and 18 rebounds during a runaway win to solidify his MVP candidacy.
J. Cole Signs Professional Contract with Nanjing Monkey Kings
Grammy-winning artist J. Cole officially joins the Chinese Basketball Association after signing a deal with the Nanjing Monkey Kings, according to ESPN reports.
Celtics 53-Point Quarter Sets Franchise Record in 147-129 Victory Over Miami
The Boston Celtics scored 53 points in the opening 12 minutes on Wednesday, securing a 147-129 win behind Jaylen Brown's 43 points.
NBA Hits Trail Blazers With $100K Fine and Suspends Two Assistant GMs
The NBA fined the Portland Trail Blazers $100,000 and suspended two executives for illegal contact with 7-footer Yang Hansen in December 2023.
Brandon Clarke Arrested in Arkansas on Drug and Trafficking Charges
Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke was booked into an Arkansas jail Wednesday on charges including possession and trafficking of a controlled substance.
Tom Izzo Confirms Serious Talks for Phoenix Suns Head Coaching Vacancy
Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo revealed he engaged in serious discussions with Mat Ishbia regarding the Phoenix Suns head coaching position last summer.
Luka Doncic Reaches 600 March Points as Lakers Secure 15-2 Record
Luka Doncic achieved a 600-point total for March, fueled by three consecutive 40-point games, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 15-2 monthly finish.
Pistons Secure First Central Division Title Since 2008 in 127-116 Win Over Raptors
The Detroit Pistons clinched the Central Division title on Tuesday following a 127-116 victory over the Toronto Raptors behind Jalen Duren's 31 points.
Parker, Delle Donne, Stoudemire, and Rivers Headline 2026 Hall of Fame Class
The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame announces its 2026 class featuring multi-time WNBA champions and NBA coaching icons.
Mark Cuban Expresses Regret Over Dallas Mavericks Sale to Adelson and Dumont Families
Former Dallas Mavericks majority owner Mark Cuban admitted to making significant errors during the sale of the franchise to the Adelson and Dumont families.
Stephen Curry Reaches Critical Recovery Milestone with 5-on-5 Scrimmage Approval
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry has been cleared for full-contact five-on-five scrimmaging, marking the final phase of his right knee rehabilitation.
Masai Ujiri Joins Ownership Group of WNBA’s Toronto Tempo
Toronto Raptors Vice-Chairman and President Masai Ujiri has officially joined the ownership group for the Toronto Tempo, the city's inaugural WNBA franchise.
Anthony Edwards Scores 17 in Timberwolves' 124-94 Rout of Dallas Mavericks
In his Anthony Edwards return from a six-game absence, the guard scored 17 points as Minnesota secured a 30-point victory in Dallas.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Deflects MVP Campaigning Following Thunder Performance
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander addressed the growing noise surrounding his individual accolades by prioritizing team results over personal awards.
JJ Redick Backs Luka Doncic for NBA MVP Honors
Lakers coach JJ Redick states that Luka Doncic should be named the NBA's MVP if both the player and the team finish the season on their current hot streak.