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2026 NBA All-Star Weekend: Lillard Returns for 75th Game at Intuit Dome
The 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend features Damian Lillard's return from an Achilles injury and a new USA vs. World three-team tournament format.
LeBron James Records 123rd Triple-Double in Lakers' 124-104 Win Over Mavericks
LeBron James became the oldest player in NBA history to record a triple-double during the Lakers' 124-104 victory against Dallas.
Nikola Topic Records First NBA Points in Debut Following Cancer Treatment
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Nikola Topic made his professional debut Thursday, scoring his first basket against the Bucks after overcoming a preseason cancer diagnosis.
NBA Levies $600,000 in Fines Against Jazz and Pacers for Roster Management Violations
The Utah Jazz and Indiana Pacers faced significant financial penalties after the NBA determined both franchises violated player participation rules during February matchups.
NBA Bans Dillon Brooks for 1 Game Following 16th Technical Foul in OKC Loss
Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks receives an automatic one-game suspension without pay after recording his 16th technical foul of the season.
OKC Forward Jalen Williams Sidelined by Right Hamstring Strain
Jalen Williams will undergo a medical reevaluation following the All-Star break after sustaining a recurring right hamstring strain.
Jeremy Sochan to Join Knicks Following San Antonio Spurs Release
Free agent forward Jeremy Sochan plans to sign with the New York Knicks once he clears the waiver process following his release by the San Antonio Spurs.
Jaren Jackson Jr. Surgery: Jazz Forward to Miss Remainder of Season
Jaren Jackson Jr. surgery to remove a growth in his left knee will force the Jazz forward to miss the rest of the NBA season.
Dallas Mavericks Secure No. 1 Overall Pick to Draft Cooper Flagg Following Luka Doncic Trade
After moving Luka Doncic in a blockbuster deal, the Dallas Mavericks won the NBA Draft Lottery to secure the rights to Duke standout Cooper Flagg.