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Hornets Sidelined: Kon Knueppel and Grant Williams Out for Entire Preseason
Kon Knueppel and Grant Williams will miss all four Charlotte Hornets preseason games due to hamstring injuries and will be reevaluated during the first week of the regular season.
Stephen Curry Signs Two-Year, $116 Million Extension With Golden State Warriors
Stephen Curry agreed to a two-year, $116 million contract extension that includes a player option for the 2028-29 season.
Hall of Fame Forward Bob Pettit Dies at 93
Bob Pettit, the first-ever NBA MVP and a 1958 champion with the Hawks, has died at the age of 93.
Jokic, Gilgeous-Alexander, and Wembanyama Lead Tightly Contested NBA Rank 2026
A panel of seven experts separated the top three players by just three voting points in the 2026-27 season projections.
Stephen Curry Weighs Two-Year, $136.7 Million Extension Offer from Warriors
Stephen Curry became eligible for a two-year, $136.7 million extension on Aug. 29, but has yet to commit to a new deal with the Golden State Warriors.
Extension Talks Between Knicks and Karl-Anthony Towns Reach Standstill
Contract negotiations between the Knicks and Karl-Anthony Towns have stagnated, making an agreement unlikely as the team begins training camp next week.
Legendary Lakers Public Address Announcer Lawrence Tanter Dies at 76
Lawrence Tanter, who served as the Lakers' public address announcer for 43 years and 10 championships, has died at age 76.
LeBron James Falls Outside Top 10 in 2026 ESPN NBA Rank
LeBron James has dropped outside the top 10 for the first time in the 15-year history of ESPN's NBA Rank, highlighting the release of players ranked 50 through 11.
Nicolas Batum Retires After 18-Season NBA Career and 20 Years as a Pro
Nicolas Batum has retired from basketball following 18 NBA seasons and 15 years with the French national team.
Fred VanVleet Returns to Rockets Lineup Following ACL Recovery
Point guard Fred VanVleet has been fully cleared for training camp after missing the entire previous season due to a torn ACL.
NBA Rank 2026: Countdown Begins With Players 100-51
ESPN has released its rankings for players 100-51 for the 2026-27 season, led by a panel of seven experts including Bobby Marks and Zach Kram.
Heat Sign Guard Pelle Larsson to 4-Year, $60M Extension
Pelle Larsson has secured a $60 million extension with the Miami Heat after averaging 11.4 points per game last season.
Former NBA Forward Michael Sweetney Dies at 43
Michael Sweetney, who played four NBA seasons after a standout career at Georgetown, died Wednesday at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center.
Knicks Retain Championship Starters, Add Andre Drummond for 2026-27 Title Defense
After snapping a 53-year title drought in 2026, the New York Knicks retained their entire starting lineup but lost center Mitchell Robinson to the Boston Celtics.
Pelicans, Saddiq Bey Agree to Three-Year, $55.5M Extension
New Orleans Pelicans forward Saddiq Bey has agreed to a three-year, $55.5 million extension after averaging a career-high 17.7 points per game.
Taj Gibson Retires After 17 Seasons, Joins Chicago Bulls as Assistant Coach
After 17 seasons in the NBA, Taj Gibson is retiring to join the Chicago Bulls as an assistant coach on Tiago Splitter's staff.
Oklahoma City Thunder Secure Top Spot in NBA Future Power Rankings
The Oklahoma City Thunder rank first in ESPN’s three-year outlook for 2026-2029, bolstered by a core featuring Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren.
Paul George Ready to Prove Self After Controversial Trade for Jaylen Brown
Paul George discussed joining the Celtics following a July trade that sent 2024 NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia.
Sophie Cunningham Consults With Adam Silver on Next WNBA Commissioner
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham confirmed she has spoken with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver regarding the search for a new WNBA leader.
Bradley Beal Set to Reclaim No. 3 Jersey With LA Clippers
Guard Bradley Beal is expected to wear the No. 3 jersey for the 2026-27 NBA season, a number previously held by franchise leader Chris Paul.
Lakers to Hire Former Heat Executive Eric Amsler as Assistant General Manager
The Los Angeles Lakers are hiring Eric Amsler, formerly of the Miami Heat, to serve as an assistant general manager focused on scouting and player development.
Pelicans Send Jordan Hawkins to Grizzlies in Four-Player Trade
New Orleans traded Jordan Hawkins and Micah Peavy to Memphis for AJ Johnson and Taj Gibson, a move that saves the Pelicans $5.7 million in salary.
Bulls Overhaul Roster and Coaching Staff for 2026-27 Season
Chicago selected UNC standout Caleb Wilson with the fourth overall pick and hired Tiago Splitter as head coach following a 31-51 finish.
Lakers to Honor Phil Jackson With Ninth Statue at Star Plaza
The Los Angeles Lakers announced they will unveil a statue of five-time champion coach Phil Jackson on April 9, 2027.