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Victor Wembanyama Named France Captain Ahead of FIBA World Cup Qualifiers
Victor Wembanyama takes the reins of the French national team following a season where he averaged 25 points and 11.5 rebounds for the San Antonio Spurs.
Peyton Watson Joins Cavs in $88M Deal; Max Strus Traded to Clippers
Peyton Watson signed a four-year, $88 million contract to join Cleveland after averaging 14.6 points and shooting 41% from deep last season.
Suns to Install 226-Foot LED Display at Footprint Center
The Phoenix Suns are installing a 226-foot wide by 41-foot tall LED display, the largest transparent exterior screen in the NBA and WNBA.
Five Buss Siblings Vote to Sell 17.8% Lakers Stake at $12.5 Billion Valuation
Five of the six Buss trust members are united in selling their remaining Lakers shares to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger.
Nets Owner Joe Tsai Calls Knicks Championship 'Embarrassing' to Brooklyn
Following the Knicks championship parade through the Canyon of Heroes, Nets owner Joe Tsai admitted the title run irates the Brooklyn fan base.
AJ Dybantsa Scores 27 in Debut as Insiders Forecast 2026 Rookie Stardom
Washington Wizards No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa tied the scoring record for top picks with 27 points in his summer league debut against the Utah Jazz.
San Antonio Council Votes 6-5 to Deny Public Ballot on $489M Spurs Arena Funds
The San Antonio city council narrowly rejected a proposal to hold a public vote on the city's $489 million contribution for a new $1.3 billion Spurs downtown arena.
Wembanyama Signs $252M Extension as Morant Joins Portland in Major Trades
Victor Wembanyama secured a $252 million max extension with San Antonio while the Portland Trail Blazers acquired Ja Morant in a multi-player trade.
Damian Lillard return headlines Blazers roster as Ja Morant joins backcourt
Damian Lillard returns from an Achilles tear to join new addition Ja Morant in a Portland backcourt following a 42-win season.