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May 14, 2024

'He showed up': How Nickeil Alexander-Walker's defense drives the Timberwolves
After playing for three NBA teams in five years, the 25-year-old guard has become one of the league's best defensive players.

ESPN NBA
May 14, 2024

C's survive punch from hobbled Cavs, lead 3-1
Jayson Tatum scored 33 points with LeBron James watching from a courtside seat, and the Celtics beat the severely short-handed Cavaliers 109-102 in Game 4 on Monday night to take a commanding 3-1 lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal series.

ESPN NBA
May 14, 2024

Celtics survive punch from hobbled Cavs, lead 3-1
Jayson Tatum scored 33 points with LeBron James watching from a courtside seat, and the Celtics beat the severely short-handed Cavaliers 109-102 in Game 4 on Monday night to take a commanding 3-1 lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal series.

ESPN NBA
May 14, 2024

SGA takes over, propels OKC to series-tying win
In "probably the most meaningful game I've played in my career," Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander took over down the stretch to lead Oklahoma City to a series-tying Game 4 win in Dallas on Monday night.

ESPN NBA
May 14, 2024

Thunder overtake Mavs in final minutes, tie series
Oklahoma City rallied for a 100-96 victory in Dallas on Monday night to even their Western Conference semifinal series at 2-2.

ESPN NBA
May 13, 2024

Follow live: Thunder look to even series in Game 4 vs. Mavericks
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ESPN NBA
May 13, 2024

Celtics handle short-handed Cavs, lead series 3-1
Jayson Tatum scored 33 points with LeBron James watching from a courtside seat, and the Celtics beat the severely short-handed Cavaliers 109-102 in Game 4 on Monday night to take a commanding 3-1 lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal series.

ESPN NBA
May 13, 2024

Follow live: Celtics aim to extend lead vs. Cavaliers in Game 4
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ESPN NBA
May 13, 2024

LeBron attends Celtics-Cavs Game 4 in Cleveland
LeBron James attended Cleveland's playoff game against the Celtics on Monday night.

ESPN NBA
May 13, 2024

Leafs, Raptors owners to purchase Saint-Etienne
Storied French soccer club Saint-Etienne said on Monday it was in exclusive talks for a sale to the owner of the Toronto Raptors and Toronto Maple Leafs.

ESPN NBA
May 13, 2024

Knicks' Robinson has ankle surgery, sources say
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson had surgery on his left ankle Monday and will miss the remainder of the postseason.

ESPN NBA
May 13, 2024

Cavs' Mitchell to miss Game 4 with calf injury
Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell will miss Game 4 of Cleveland's Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Boston Celtics with a left calf strain.

ESPN NBA
May 13, 2024

Sources: Lakers to start talking with candidates
The Lakers are expected to start contacting coaching candidates in the coming days, with an initial concentration on sitting assistants and ex-head coaches with whom they have less familiarity.

ESPN NBA
May 13, 2024

NBA coaching carousel: Latest on Lakers and Wizards search
The Lakers ramp up their search for a head coach after firing Darvin Ham. The latest on the NBA's coaching vacancies and top candidates.

ESPN NBA
May 13, 2024

Dallas' new deep threat and Boston's new defensive groove: Keys to pivotal Game 4s
The Celtics bounced back in Cleveland, while the Mavs got another win closer to an upset of the top-seeded Thunder. What lies ahead in Monday's Game 4s?

ESPN NBA
May 13, 2024

Sources: Bronny medically cleared to play in NBA
USC's Bronny James has been medically cleared to be drafted and play in the NBA, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
May 13, 2024

Edwards on exchange with Murray: 'Keep talking'
Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray didn't address his late-game exchange with Anthony Edwards, but the Timberwolves star said he "loved it."

ESPN NBA
May 13, 2024

Furious first-half flurry powers Nuggets in Game 4
In a span of 20 dizzying seconds of the second quarter on Sunday, the Denver Nuggets scored eight points to sprint into halftime of Game 4 up by 15, setting the stage for a pivotal 115-107 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves that evened series at 2-2.

ESPN NBA
May 13, 2024

Hawks best 3% odds to win NBA draft lottery
The Atlanta Hawks won this year's NBA's draft lottery with just 3% odds -- the fifth-lowest odds by a team to win the No. 1 pick since the lottery began in 1985.

ESPN NBA
May 12, 2024

Cavs' Mitchell (calf) questionable for Game 4
Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell is questionable for Monday's Game 4 against the Celtics due to a left calf strain.

ESPN NBA
May 12, 2024

Business trip: Nuggets even series vs. Wolves
The Nuggets evened their series vs. the Wolves behind a dominant performance from reigning MVP Nikola Jokic and dazzling shot making from Jamal Murray.

ESPN NBA
May 12, 2024

'No excuse' from Knicks after Pacers tie series 2-2
The Indiana Pacers utilized a 69-point first half to control Game 4 against the New York Knicks on Sunday afternoon in Indianapolis, evening the series at 2-2 before the East Semifinals shift back to Madison Square Garden for a pivotal Game 5.

ESPN NBA
May 12, 2024

Follow live: Nuggets seek to level series, Timberwolves aim for 3-1 lead
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ESPN NBA
May 12, 2024

Pacers break out in Game 4, tie series with Knicks
The Indiana Pacers utilized a 69-point first half to control Game 4 against the New York Knicks on Sunday afternoon in Indianapolis, evening the series at 2-2 before the East Semifinals shift back to Madison Square Garden for a pivotal Game 5.

ESPN NBA
May 12, 2024

Answering 14 questions on the draft lottery
Our experts weigh in on the biggest topics for every lottery team.

ESPN NBA
May 12, 2024

Hawks best 3% odds to win NBA's draft lottery
The Atlanta Hawks won this year's NBA's draft lottery with the fifth-lowest odds ever at just 3%.

ESPN NBA
May 12, 2024

The under-the-surface rivalry between Tyrese Haliburton and Jalen Brunson
Two of the NBA's best point guards -- Haliburton and Brunson -- are developing a rivalry fueled by this year's playoffs and the Team USA Olympic roster.

ESPN NBA
May 12, 2024

Eight moves that formed the new-era Knicks
After years of dysfunction, the Knicks are two wins away from their first appearance in the East finals since 2000.

ESPN NBA
May 12, 2024

Celts muscle up on road, regain control in Game 3
Jayson Tatum poured in 33 points, and Boston rebounded with a 106-93 win to take a 2-1 series lead.

ESPN NBA
May 12, 2024

Celtics punch back, take Game 3 in Cleveland
Jayson Tatum poured in 33 points, and Boston rebounded with a 106-93 win to take a 2-1 series lead.

ESPN NBA
May 11, 2024

Inside the growing rivalry between two of the best guards in the East
Two of the NBA's best point guards -- Tyrese Haliburton and Jalen Brunson -- are starting to develop a rivalry fueled by this year's playoffs and the Team USA Olympic roster.

ESPN NBA
May 11, 2024

Luka battles knee, Kyrie closes strong in Mavs win
Kyrie Irving's running left-hander in the lane late in Saturday's Game 3 helped the Mavericks hold off the Thunder to take a 2-1 series lead.

ESPN NBA
May 11, 2024

Anunoby out for G4; G5 hopes dim, sources say
The New York Knicks ruled OG Anunoby out for Sunday's Game 4 against the Indiana Pacers with a left hamstring strain.

ESPN NBA
May 11, 2024

Doncic, Irving help Mavs gut out win vs. Thunder
Luka Doncic battled his nagging knee injury, P.J. Washington remained hot from 3 and Kyrie Irving closed strong in the Mavericks' Game 3 win over OKC.

ESPN NBA
May 11, 2024

Irving helps Mavs seize control of series vs. OKC
Kyrie Irving's running left-hander in the lane late in Saturday's Game 3 helped the Mavericks hold off the Thunder to take a 2-1 series lead.

ESPN NBA
May 11, 2024

Knicks rule Anunoby (hamstring) out for Game 4
The New York Knicks ruled OG Anunoby out for Sunday's Game 4 against the Indiana Pacers with a left hamstring strain.

ESPN NBA
May 11, 2024

MSG: Oakley not invited back to Knicks games
MSG says Charles Oakley has not been invited back to the arena despite assertions from the former New York Knicks enforcer that he had received an offer to return.

ESPN NBA
May 11, 2024

'Future is going to be fun': Wemby hailed as ROY
In a special ceremony inside Scobee Planetarium, a 100-seat theater in San Antonio, with children from local Boys & Girls Clubs in attendance, Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama accepted the NBA's Rookie of the Year award that he won earlier this week.

ESPN NBA
May 11, 2024

NBA playoffs 2024: Conference semifinals news, schedule, scores and highlights
Here's what you need to know about the conference semifinals, including the latest scores, news and schedules.

ESPN NBA
May 11, 2024

Luka to play in G3 despite knee, ankle issues
Mavericks star Luka Doncic, who had been listed as questionable, will play in Saturday afternoon's Game 3 against the Thunder despite a right knee sprain and left ankle soreness.

ESPN NBA
May 11, 2024

Suns hire Budenholzer; 5-year deal, per sources
Mike Budenholzer has been hired as the next coach of the Suns, with sources saying the sides agreed on a five-year contract.

ESPN NBA
May 11, 2024

Dunk kings: Tracking the best poster from every series
The 2024 NBA playoffs are underway, filled with high-flying posters. Here's a tracker of the best poster from each series during the postseason.

ESPN NBA
May 11, 2024

'Fueled' by boos, Murray sparks Nuggets in rout
Jamal Murray scored 24 points Friday night as the Nuggets cut the Wolves' series lead to 2-1.

ESPN NBA
May 11, 2024

Murray, Nuggets bounce back in Game 3 blowout
Jamal Murray scored 24 points Friday night as the Nuggets cut the Wolves' series lead to 2-1.

ESPN NBA
May 11, 2024

Murray, Nuggets rise to challenge in G3 blowout
Jamal Murray scored 24 points Friday night as the Nuggets cut the Wolves' series lead to 2-1.

ESPN NBA
May 11, 2024

Nembhard's clutch 3 lifts Pacers past Knicks in G3
The Pacers rallied in the fourth to beat the banged-up Knicks in Game 3.

ESPN NBA
May 11, 2024

Sources: Suns, Budenholzer agree to 5-year deal
Mike Budenholzer has agreed on a five-year contract to become the next coach of the Phoenix Suns, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski on Friday.

ESPN NBA
May 11, 2024

Sources: Suns, Budenholzer reach 5-year deal
Mike Budenholzer has agreed on a five-year contract to become the next coach of the Phoenix Suns, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski on Friday.

ESPN NBA
May 11, 2024

Andrew Nembhard's clutch 3 lifts Pacers past Knicks in G3
The Pacers rallied in the fourth to beat the banged-up Knicks in Game 3.

ESPN NBA
May 10, 2024

Luka questionable for Game 3 due to knee, ankle
Luka Doncic is questionable for Game 3 of the Mavs' series against the Thunder with knee and ankle issues.

ESPN NBA
May 10, 2024

Suns closing in on Budenholzer hire, sources say
Mike Budenholzer is closing in on a deal to become the Suns' next coach, and a formal agreement is expected to be in place soon, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski on Friday.

ESPN NBA
May 10, 2024

Oakley: Won't take MSG invite sans Dolan apology
Retired New York Knicks star Charles Oakley says no thanks, he won't step foot in Madison Square Garden.

ESPN NBA
May 10, 2024

Pacers' Carlisle fined $35K for blasting referees
Pacers coach Rick Carlisle has been fined $35,000 for criticizing the officiating during his team's playoff series against the Knicks.

ESPN NBA
May 10, 2024

How these Knicks were forged, starting with the Porzingis trade in 2019: Eight crucial moments
After years of dysfunction and chaos, the Knicks are two wins away from a first Eastern Conference finals appearance since 2000. Here's how they got there.

ESPN NBA
May 10, 2024

No superstars? Smart spending? Player development? Eight moves that formed the new-era New York Knicks
After years of dysfunction and chaos, the Knicks are two wins away from a first Eastern Conference finals appearance since 2000.

ESPN NBA
May 10, 2024

Mitchell's 29 spur upset of C's: 'Whatever it takes'
Donovan Mitchell scored 29 points to help the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the top-seeded Boston Celtics 118-94 and tie their second-round playoff series at one game apiece.

ESPN NBA
May 10, 2024

'Battling' Doncic bounces back as Mavs pull even
Luka Doncic recovered from his poor showing in the opener as Dallas beat Oklahoma City on Thursday night to even the Western Conference semifinals at one win apiece.

ESPN NBA
May 10, 2024

Doncic bounces back to help Mavs even series
Luka Doncic recovered from his poor showing in the opener as Dallas beat Oklahoma City on Thursday night to even the Western Conference semifinals at one win apiece.

ESPN NBA
May 09, 2024

Cavs surprise Celtics in Game 2 rout to knot series
Donovan Mitchell scored 29 points to help the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the top-seeded Boston Celtics 118-94 and tie their second-round playoff series at one game apiece.

ESPN NBA
May 09, 2024

Sources: Budenholzer Suns' top coaching target
Mike Budenholzer has emerged as the Phoenix Suns' target to become the franchise's next coach, and discussions are expected to move rapidly toward a deal, sources told ESPN on Thursday.

ESPN NBA
May 09, 2024

Suns fire Vogel, target Budenholzer as next coach
The Suns have fired head coach Frank Vogel after one season, the team announced Thursday, and former Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer is the primary target to replace him, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

ESPN NBA
May 09, 2024

Knicks rule Anunoby (hamstring) out for Game 3
Knicks forward OG Anunoby will miss Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals with a strained left hamstring.

ESPN NBA
May 09, 2024

Latest on the open Lakers, Suns and Wizards jobs
Phoenix and L.A. have major coaching decisions this offseason. We have the latest on those two searches and every vacancy around the league.

ESPN NBA
May 09, 2024

Suns fire Vogel after being swept in first round
The Suns have fired head coach Frank Vogel after one season, the team announced Thursday, and former Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer is expected to a prominent candidate to replace him, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

ESPN NBA
May 09, 2024

NBA suspends Bucks' Beverley for four games
The NBA has suspended Bucks guard Patrick Beverley for four games without pay for throwing a basketball multiple times at fans and "an inappropriate interaction" with an ESPN producer after Game 6 against the Indiana Pacers last week.

ESPN NBA
May 09, 2024

Ex-NBA player Davis sentenced in fraud scheme
Glen "Big Baby" Davis was sentenced by a federal judge to 40 months in prison for his conviction in an alleged scheme to defraud the NBA's health care benefits plan.

ESPN NBA
May 09, 2024

Luka Doncic reaches highest tier in Overwatch 2
The Dallas Mavericks guard has made headlines for his love of Blizzard's team-based first-person shooter game in the past, but now he has reached the top of the heap.

ESPN NBA
May 09, 2024

KAT named '23-24 NBA Social Justice Champion
Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns has been honored as the NBA's Social Justice Champion and the recipient of the Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Trophy for 2023-24.

ESPN NBA
May 09, 2024

Sources: Lee gets 4-year deal as Hornets coach
Celtics lead assistant coach Charles Lee has agreed on a four-year contract to become the head coach of the Hornets, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
May 09, 2024

Source: Pacers file complaint over 78 calls at MSG
The Pacers have submitted 78 plays to the NBA office that they felt went against them incorrectly during Games 1 and 2 against the Knicks, a source told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
May 09, 2024

Carlisle says Pacers want 'fair shot' from officials
Pacers coach Rick Carlisle, who erupted and was ejected in the final minute of Wednesday's Game 2 loss, said he believed unfair officiating again favored the big-market Knicks.

ESPN NBA
May 09, 2024

'Warrior' Brunson lifts hobbled Knicks to 2-0 lead
Jalen Brunson fought through a first-half injury and sparked the shorthanded Knicks to a 130-121 win over the Pacers in Game 2.

ESPN NBA
May 09, 2024

How a forgotten basketball icon blazed a trail for Jokic
Radivoj Korac ignited a basketball revolution that continues to shape the NBA five decades after his death.

ESPN NBA
May 08, 2024

Brunson fights injury, sparks Knicks to 2-0 lead
Out for much of the first half with a sore right foot, Jalen Brunson returned to score 24 of his 29 points in the second half as the Knicks won 130-121 to take a 2-0 series lead over the Pacers.

ESPN NBA
May 08, 2024

Follow live: Knicks try to extent lead vs. Pacers in Game 2 of East semifinals
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ESPN NBA
May 08, 2024

How a forgotten basketball icon blazed a trail for Nikola Jokic
Radivoj Korac ignited a basketball revolution that continues to shape the NBA five decades after his death.

ESPN NBA
May 08, 2024

Jokic wins 3rd NBA MVP; SGA, Doncic finish 2-3
Nuggets star Nikola Jokic became the NBA's ninth three-time MVP, easily beating out the Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Mavs' Luka Doncic on Wednesday.

ESPN NBA
May 08, 2024

Murray takes 'full responsibility' for losing his cool
Jamal Murray said he takes "full responsibility" for his Game 2 actions, while coach Michael Malone delivered a stern message to the Nuggets to "act like" world champions.

ESPN NBA
May 08, 2024

Gobert had 'emotions' watching Wolves dominate
Rudy Gobert admitted it could have been delirium setting in as he watched his Timberwolves manhandle the Nuggets 106-80 in Game 2 on Monday while he cradled his newborn son hundreds of miles away from the Mile High City.

ESPN NBA
May 08, 2024

Cops investigate Beverley for throwing ball at fan
Indianapolis police announced Wednesday they've opened an investigation after Bucks guard Patrick Beverley threw a ball at a fan in the final minutes of a season-ending loss to the Pacers.

ESPN NBA
May 08, 2024

NBA playoffs betting: Four bets for Wednesday
Andre Snellings breaks down his favorite bets for Pacers-Knicks in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference semifinals matchup.

ESPN NBA
May 08, 2024

How a forgotten basketball icon revolutionized the NBA -- and blazed a trail for Nikola Jokic
He once scored 71 points in a game. Seven days later, he scored 99. Radivoj Korac, from the same town as the soon-to-be three-time MVP, ignited a basketball revolution that continues to shape the NBA -- even five decades after his tragic death.

ESPN NBA
May 08, 2024

How a Thunder championship could turn a $100 parlay into $1.7M -- if the bettor keeps his ticket
Chiefs? Check. Texas Rangers? Check. A three-leg parlay for $100 is just one champion away from hitting for $1.7M, but will the bettor hold or sell?

ESPN NBA
May 08, 2024

Nikola Jokic and a forgotten basketball legend: Inside an MVP connection nearly 60 years in the making
He once scored 71 points in a game. Seven days later, he scored 99. Radivoj Korac, from the same town as the soon-to-be three-time MVP, ignited a basketball revolution that continues to shape the NBA -- even five decades after his tragic death.

ESPN NBA
May 08, 2024

White-hot: Guard stays in groove as Celts coast
Derrick White became the fifth player ever to make as many as 20 3-pointers over a three-game span in the playoffs, joining Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, Jamal Murray and Damian Lillard. He finished with 25 points total in the Celts' Game 1 win.

ESPN NBA
May 08, 2024

OKC rolls past Mavs to stay unbeaten in playoffs
The Thunder, behind a balanced effort from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams, rolled past the Mavericks to take Game 1.

ESPN NBA
May 08, 2024

OKC stifles slumping Luka, continues playoff roll
The Thunder's smothering defense held Luka Doncic to 19 points on 6-of-19 shooting in Tuesday's Game 1, as OKC rolled to its fifth straight win to open the playoffs.

ESPN NBA
May 07, 2024

Follow live: Mavericks take on Thunder in Game 1 of Western semifinals
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ESPN NBA
May 07, 2024

Celts roll in 25-point blowout of Cavs in Game 1
Led by Jaylen Brown's 32 points, the Celtics pulled away in the second half and routed the Cavaliers 120-95 in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series.

ESPN NBA
May 07, 2024

Follow live: Celtics take on Cavs in Game 1 of Eastern semi-finals
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ESPN NBA
May 07, 2024

Knicks center Robinson (ankle) out for 6-8 weeks
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson has been ruled out for at least 6-8 weeks due to a stress injury to his left ankle.

ESPN NBA
May 07, 2024

NBA confirms key illegal screen call on Turner
The NBA's Last Two Minute Report confirmed that officials in Game 1 of Knicks-Pacers correctly called Myles Turner for an illegal screen late in the game.

ESPN NBA
May 07, 2024

Nuggets' Murray fined, avoids suspension for toss
Jamal Murray was fined $100K but avoided a suspension after tossing multiple objects in the direction of an official during Denver's Game 2 loss.

ESPN NBA
May 07, 2024

Knicks' Robinson (ankle) out for G2 vs. Pacers
The Knicks have ruled out center Mitchell Robinson for Wednesday's Game 2 against the Pacers due to left ankle injury management.

ESPN NBA
May 07, 2024

Gobert ties NBA record with fourth DPOY award
Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert joined Hall of Famers Dikembe Mutombo and Ben Wallace as four-time winners of the NBA's Defensive Player of the Year award.

ESPN NBA
May 07, 2024

Doncic vs. Dort, backcourt battles: Biggest factors in Thunder-Mavs, Celtics-Cavs series
Our experts reveal the biggest factors to watch heading into the second-round playoff series between the Thunder and Mavericks and the Celtics and Cavaliers.

ESPN NBA
May 07, 2024

Haliburton shoots for G2 rebound: 'I'll be better'
Tyrese Haliburton, who scored just six points and took just six shots in a Game 1 loss to the Knicks, said Tuesday he's not worried about the performance and repeatedly told the media he'll "be better" in Wednesday's Game 2.

ESPN NBA
May 07, 2024

Miller on MSG return: 'The Boogeyman is coming'
Reggie Miller will be back at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday, and he light-heartedly warned Knicks fans that "the Boogeyman is coming back."

ESPN NBA
May 07, 2024

'They're stuck': After a hot start, the Clippers were undone by familiar issues
The Clippers are moving into a $2 billion arena next season, but a final promising season at Crypto.com Arena was undone once more by injuries.

ESPN NBA
May 07, 2024

They're stuck': After a hot start, the Clippers were undone by familiar issues
The Clippers are moving into a $2 billion arena next season, but a final promising season at Crypto.com Arena was undone once more by injuries.

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