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Nov 22, 2024

76ers say Embiid out with swelling in left knee
76ers star Joel Embiid is dealing with swelling in his left knee, according to the team, and will miss Sunday's game against the Clippers after sitting out Friday against Brooklyn.

ESPN NBA
Nov 22, 2024

76ers win, but Embiid out with swelling in knee
76ers star Joel Embiid is dealing with swelling in his left knee, according to the team, and will sit out Sunday's game against the Clippers after sitting out Friday against Brooklyn.

ESPN NBA
Nov 22, 2024

With Embiid out, 'rookie of the year' McCain stars
Despite being without Joel Embiid, who is dealing with swelling in his left knee, the 76ers managed to end a five-game losing streak Friday against Brooklyn behind another outstanding performance from self-proclaimed "rookie of the year" Jared McCain.

ESPN NBA
Nov 22, 2024

Sources: Zion (hamstring) not close to returning
Pelicans star Zion Williamson is not close to returning to the court despite undergoing multiple treatments for his left hamstring injury, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Nov 22, 2024

Compton to The Bay: Kendrick Lamar's new album could be good for the Warriors
The past four times Kendrick Lamar has released an album have coincided with Warriors titles ... could it happen a fifth time?

ESPN NBA
Nov 22, 2024

NBA Cup continues! Mavs survive, Warriors clinch; Celtics, Bucks win
The NBA Cup action continued Friday with one team already clinching its quarterfinal spot.

ESPN NBA
Nov 22, 2024

NBA Cup updates: Celtics stay alive; Warriors advance
The NBA Cup continues Friday with the Warriors, Bucks, and Celtics all getting key wins.

ESPN NBA
Nov 22, 2024

NBA follows NFL in warning players on burglaries
The NBA is urging its players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following reports of recent high-profile burglaries of dwellings owned by Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Timberwolves guard Mike Conley Jr.

ESPN NBA
Nov 22, 2024

Risers and fallers: Jalen Williams, Klay Thompson trending different ways
Which 11 fantasy basketball players are on the rise or trending down? Steve Alexander highlights some names you'll want to track this week.

ESPN NBA
Nov 22, 2024

NBA Cup updates: Pacers, Bucks renew rivalry
The NBA Cup continues Friday with the Pacers and Bucks looking to get their seasons on track.

ESPN NBA
Nov 21, 2024

Pistons' Cunningham exits vs. Hornets after fall
Detroit guard Cade Cunningham left Thursday night's game in Charlotte in the final minute of regulation due to a left hip injury and did not play in overtime as the Pistons fell to the Hornets.

ESPN NBA
Nov 21, 2024

Hawks to honor Mutombo with special decal, 'No, No, No' audio during Monday's game
The Atlanta Hawks are set to honor Dikembe Mutombo with neat tributes during their game against the Dallas Mavericks on Monday.

ESPN NBA
Nov 21, 2024

'Lot of interest' in C's sale; owner plans '28 exit
Wyc Grousbeck said that not only does he continue to plan to run the Celtics for the next three years, but he believes they could repeat as champions this season.

ESPN NBA
Nov 21, 2024

George has bone bruise, to miss at least 2 games
Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George has a bone bruise on his left knee and will miss two games, the team said Thursday.

ESPN NBA
Nov 21, 2024

Mavs' Doncic out at least week with wrist strain
Mavericks star Luka Doncic has sustained a right wrist strain and will miss at least one week.

ESPN NBA
Nov 21, 2024

Sources: NBA ASG to have pickup-style format
The NBA's new All-Star Game tournament is expected to include a pickup-style format with two semifinal games played up to 40 points, followed by a final match up to 25 points, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Nov 21, 2024

Chris Paul, Victor Wembanyama and the duo that could change the NBA
The Hall of Fame point guard joined the sophomore phenom on the Spurs this season.?

ESPN NBA
Nov 21, 2024

Sources: Luka out at least week with wrist strain
Mavericks star Luka Doncic has sustained a right wrist strain and will miss at least one week, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Nov 21, 2024

How Chris Paul and Victor Wembanyama are evolving together
The Hall of Fame point guard joined the sophomore phenom on the Spurs this season.?

ESPN NBA
Nov 21, 2024

Which favorites, longshots should you bet on for Most Improved Player?
Eric Moody updates the NBA's Most Improved Player race and points out which players are the best betting values and ones to watch.

ESPN NBA
Nov 21, 2024

PG injures knee in latest setback for Sixers' big 3
Sixers forward Paul George left Wednesday's loss to the Grizzlies with a hyperextended left knee, the same injury that forced him to miss the first five games of the regular season.

ESPN NBA
Nov 21, 2024

Jenkins becomes Grizzlies' winningest coach
Taylor Jenkins, in his sixth season as the Grizzlies' coach, captured his 215th win Wednesday night, moving him past Lionel Hollins as the winningest coach in franchise history.

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

Clippers' Powell sidelined with hamstring injury
Clippers leading scorer Norman Powell was out of Wednesday night's lineup against the Magic with a hamstring injury. He will also miss Friday's home game against the Kings.

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

Bulls without Williams, Ball for at least a week
Bulls forward Patrick Williams will miss at least the next week as the team waits for inflammation in his surgically repaired foot to calm down. Chicago will also be without guard Lonzo Ball (wrist) for at least another week.

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

Emotional Rivers says Love 'epitomized Chicago'
Doc Rivers got emotional Wednesday when speaking about Bob Love, the former Chicago Bulls star forward and three-time All-Star who died Monday at the age of 81 after a long battle with cancer.

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

Knicks-Spurs to have Disney alt-cast on Dec. 25
Disney and ESPN announced on Wednesday that the Dec. 25 game between the Spurs and Knicks will have an alternate animated broadcast featuring Disney's iconic characters.

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

Hartenstein (hand) makes season debut for OKC
Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein made his season debut Wednesday night.

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

Sources: Middleton cleared but still ramping up
The Bucks' Khris Middleton has been medically cleared for his season debut, but his return will be based on when he feels ready, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

Warriors' Melton to have season-ending surgery
Warriors guard De'Anthony Melton will undergo surgery on his left ACL and miss the remainder of the season, Golden State announced Wednesday.

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

LeBron says he's taking break from social media
LeBron James posted on X and Instagram on Wednesday to announce that he's stepping away from his pages.

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

Hartenstein on verge of season debut for OKC
Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein is on the verge of making his season debut after missing the first 15 games of the regular season due to a broken left hand.

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

Power Rankings: Where do all 30 teams stack up?
The Cavs continue to climb while 76ers and Bucks struggle. See where all 30 teams stack up this week.

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

Bulls' Williams getting tests on problematic foot
Bulls forward Patrick Williams is out for Wednesday's road game against the Milwaukee Bucks and has returned to Chicago for imaging on his sore foot.

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

Celtics beat Cavs; Lakers rookie hits MJ shrug?
Tuesday's NBA Cup action saw the Cavs' 15-game winning streak snapped, and the Spurs surprising the Thunder.

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

Injury-plagued Pels add veteran guard Payton
With starting guard Dejounte Murray and CJ McCollum injured, the Pelicans have agreed to a deal with veteran guard Elfrid Payton, his agent told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

Power Rankings: OKC battles out West, Magic ascend in the East
The Cavs continue to climb while 76ers and Bucks struggle. See where all 30 teams stack up this week.

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

Knecht stars with nine 3s, 37 points, Jordan shrug
After Lakers guard Dalton Knecht tied an NBA rookie record with nine 3-pointers en route to 37 points in a 124-118 win over the Jazz on Tuesday, LeBron James wanted to clarify just how Knecht landed in L.A.

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

NBA Cup updates: Celtics beat Cavs; Lakers rookie hits MJ shrug?
Tuesday's NBA Cup action saw the Cavs' 15-game winning streak snapped, the Spurs surprising the Thunder, and a Lakers rookie make his presence felt.

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

Ishbia expects Suns to give KD extension in '25
Phoenix owner Mat Ishbia told ESPN's Shams Charania this week that he fully expects the Suns to sign star Kevin Durant, 36, to a contract extension next offseason, and that he wants the 14-time All-Star, acquired in February 2023, to retire with his club.

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

C's prevail in 'test' game to hand Cavs first loss
The Celtics survived a second-half charge from the Cavaliers and rode hot shooting on 3s to a 120-117 win on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

Draymond jabs at Grizz's Jenkins: 'Too emotional'
Draymond Green called out Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins for his response to Green's trip of Zach Edey, calling Taylor "too emotional."

ESPN NBA
Nov 20, 2024

Westbrook posts 200th career triple-double in win
Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook posted the 200th triple-double of his career on Tuesday night in a win over Memphis.

ESPN NBA
Nov 19, 2024

Celtics' hot shooting ends Cavs' unbeaten streak
The Celtics survived a second-half charge from the Cavaliers and rode hot shooting from 3 to a 120-117 win on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Nov 19, 2024

NBA Cup updates: Celtics hand Cavaliers first loss of the season
The 2024-25 Emirates NBA Cup continues Tuesday, as the Thunder host the Spurs in a Western Conference matchup.

ESPN NBA
Nov 19, 2024

NBA Cup updates: Celtics battling with unbeaten Cavs
The 2024-25 Emirates NBA Cup continues Tuesday, as the Cavaliers take on the Celtics in a highly anticipated Eastern Conference matchup.

ESPN NBA
Nov 19, 2024

Jokic out 3rd straight game for personal reasons
Nuggets star center Nikola Jokic was declared out Tuesday against the Grizzlies, the third straight game he's missed for personal reasons.

ESPN NBA
Nov 19, 2024

Doncic returns after missing game with sore knee
Mavericks guard Luka Doncic, who sat out Sunday's win vs. Oklahoma City with a right knee contusion, returned to the lineup for Tuesday's game vs. New Orleans.

ESPN NBA
Nov 19, 2024

NBA Cup updates: Celtics aim to beat undefeated Cavs
The 2024-25 Emirates NBA Cup continues Tuesday, as the Cavaliers take on the Celtics in a highly anticipated Eastern Conference matchup.

ESPN NBA
Nov 19, 2024

Who will be fantasy basketball's No. 1 player by season's end: Jokic or Wembanyama?
Nikola Jokic is off to an incredible start. But is he still the better option than Victor Wembanyama in the long run this season?

ESPN NBA
Nov 19, 2024

Spurs rule Wembanyama (knee) out vs. Thunder
The Spurs have ruled Victor Wembanyama out for Tuesday night's NBA Cup matchup against the Thunder due to a right knee contusion.

ESPN NBA
Nov 19, 2024

Sources: Maxey challenged Embiid over tardiness
Topics of the 76ers' team meeting after Monday's loss included Joel Embiid's tardiness, the desire to be coached harder and a call to urgency, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Nov 19, 2024

Ex-Bulls star Love dies at 81 after cancer battle
Former Chicago Bulls star forward Bob Love died Monday following a long battle with cancer. He was 81.

ESPN NBA
Nov 19, 2024

The Warriors' hot start, trouble in Milwaukee and the biggest questions for NBA contenders
NBA insiders answer one big question surrounding the league's top contenders, including what's at stake for high-profile teams.

ESPN NBA
Nov 19, 2024

Lillard wins it for Bucks in return from concussion
Damian Lillard came back after missing three games with a concussion and made a game-winning layup with 3.9 seconds left in the Bucks' 101-100 win over the Rockets on Monday.

ESPN NBA
Nov 18, 2024

Former Bulls 3-time All-Star Bob Love dies at 81
Former Chicago Bulls forward Bob Love, a three-time All-Star who spent 11 years in the NBA, died Monday. He was 81.

ESPN NBA
Nov 18, 2024

Doc after fine for ripping blown call: 'Tough spot'
Milwaukee Bucks coach Doc Rivers said he had to defend his player as he reacted to the $25,000 fine he received from the NBA on Sunday for criticizing a crucial officiating call in a 115-114 loss at Charlotte a day earlier.

ESPN NBA
Nov 18, 2024

Bronny doubtful vs. Jazz with bruised left heel
Bronny James has a bruised left heel, and he is listed as doubtful for the Los Angeles Lakers' next game against the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night.

ESPN NBA
Nov 18, 2024

Bucks' Lillard (concussion) back after 3 games off
Damian Lillard returned to action for the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday after sitting out three games while in concussion protocol.

ESPN NBA
Nov 18, 2024

Monk, DeRozan, Sabonis taking steps to return
Malik Monk, DeMar DeRozan and Domantas Sabonis have been cleared to resume individual on-court work.

ESPN NBA
Nov 18, 2024

Sources: Pacers add C Brown amid injury wave
In the wake of losing all three of their centers to injuries, the Pacers are signing 7-foot-2 big man Moses Brown to a deal, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Nov 18, 2024

Lakers to honor Riley with statue outside arena
The Los Angeles Lakers will honor former coach Pat Riley with a statue outside their downtown arena.

ESPN NBA
Nov 18, 2024

Heat's Butler cleared to return; Jaquez, Rozier out
Heat star Jimmy Butler, who has missed four games with a sprained right ankle, has been cleared to return in Monday's game vs. the 76ers.

ESPN NBA
Nov 18, 2024

Waiver wire pickups: Shaedon Sharpe, Alexandre Sarr stand out
The fantasy basketball waiver wire always has players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add for the week ahead.

ESPN NBA
Nov 18, 2024

'Inside the NBA' moving to ESPN, ABC next season
"Inside the NBA," which has won 21 Sports Emmy Awards, will appear on ESPN and ABC starting next season through a partnership with TNT Sports and the NBA.

ESPN NBA
Nov 18, 2024

The offseason plan fueling the Cavaliers to the top of the NBA
The Cavs, with their four stars, are the NBA's best team through the first month of the season. Three offseason priorities are the reasons.

ESPN NBA
Nov 18, 2024

Harden now 2nd on NBA's all-time 3-pointers list
LA Clippers star James Harden passed Ray Allen for second on the NBA's all-time 3-pointers list Sunday night during a 116-105 win over the Utah Jazz, and he finished the victory with 20 points, 11 assists and 6 rebounds at Intuit Dome.

ESPN NBA
Nov 17, 2024

Grizzlies rookie Edey leaves win with ankle injury
Zach Edey exited during the second half of Memphis' win over Denver because of an injury to his left ankle.

ESPN NBA
Nov 17, 2024

Cavs (15-0) stay unbeaten despite resting Mitchell
Darius Garland scored 25 points, Ty Jerome matched his career high with 24 in place of Donovan Mitchell, and the Cavaliers stayed unbeaten with a 128-114 win over the Hornets on Sunday night.

ESPN NBA
Nov 17, 2024

Cavs hit 15-0 despite resting Mitchell; Celtics next
The Cavaliers beat the Hornets 128-114 on Sunday night to become the fourth team to start 15-0 and tie the second-best start to a season in NBA history.

ESPN NBA
Nov 17, 2024

Hornets' Ball speaks after fine for anti-gay term
Hornets guard LaMelo Ball said he didn't mean to offend anyone after he was fined $100K for using an anti-gay term in a postgame interview.

ESPN NBA
Nov 17, 2024

'Don't be that team': Pistons refer to old Kyle Kuzma post after win against Wizards
A post from the Washington Wizards forward during the Detroit Pistons losing streak last season went viral, and the Pistons didn't forget.

ESPN NBA
Nov 17, 2024

Doc fined for criticizing call refs say they got wrong
Milwaukee coach Doc Rivers was fined $25,000 by the NBA on Sunday for public criticism of the officiating on a foul against Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo that the referees admitted they got wrong.

ESPN NBA
Nov 17, 2024

NBA: Tatum traveled before hitting game winner
Jayson Tatum traveled moments before making the deciding 3-pointer at the overtime buzzer to give the Celtics a 126-123 victory over the Raptors.

ESPN NBA
Nov 17, 2024

Celtics to celebrate title at White House on Thu.
The Celtics will be making their trip to the White House to celebrate winning their record-setting 18th NBA championship with President Joe Biden on Thursday.

ESPN NBA
Nov 17, 2024

Luka (knee bruise) to miss Mavs game vs. OKC
Mavericks star Luka Doncic will miss Sunday's game against the Thunder with a right knee contusion.

ESPN NBA
Nov 17, 2024

Hornets' Ball fined $100K for using anti-gay term
Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball was fined $100,000 by the NBA after using an anti-gay term during a postgame interview.

ESPN NBA
Nov 17, 2024

Wolves' Edwards fined $35K for obscene gesture
Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star guard Anthony Edwards was fined $35,000 by the NBA for making an obscene gesture on the court during his team's NBA Cup win over the Sacramento Kings on Friday night.

ESPN NBA
Nov 17, 2024

Reports: 'Inside the NBA' to air on ESPN/ABC
"Inside the NBA" will appear on ESPN and ABC beginning next season as part of a settlement between Warner Bros. Discovery and the NBA.

ESPN NBA
Nov 17, 2024

LeBron, CP3 among active players from waning NBA draft classes
The aughts are over? Here's a look at draft classes with the fewest players remaining in the league.

ESPN NBA
Nov 17, 2024

Fox follows 60-point night with 49 in Kings' win
Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox didn't miss a shot in the first 12 minutes on his way to a 49-point effort during a 121-117 win over the Utah Jazz on Saturday night, which came one game -- and one night -- after he scored 60 points.

ESPN NBA
Nov 16, 2024

Wembanyama (knee) misses Spurs' loss to Mavs
Spurs center Victor Wembanyama will miss Saturday night's game against the Dallas Mavericks with a right knee contusion.

ESPN NBA
Nov 16, 2024

Wembanyama (knee contusion) out vs. Mavericks
Spurs center Victor Wembanyama will miss Saturday night's game against the Dallas Mavericks with a right knee contusion.

ESPN NBA
Nov 16, 2024

Rivers laments refs 'blowing call' in Bucks' loss
Bucks coach Doc Rivers criticized referees for calling a foul on Giannis Antetokounmpo against LaMelo Ball that helped the Hornets escape with a win.

ESPN NBA
Nov 16, 2024

Draymond's trip of Edey upgraded to flagrant 1
Draymond Green's foul against Zach Edey that the Grizzlies took exception to following Friday's game has been upgraded to a flagrant 1.

ESPN NBA
Nov 16, 2024

Thunder sign Carlson to fill out injured frontcourt
With three centers sidelined, the Thunder have signed 7-footer Branden Carlson from the G League's Toronto Raptors 905.

ESPN NBA
Nov 16, 2024

Sources: NBA discussing tournament-style ASG
The NBA is in serious discussions on a new tournament-style format for the 2025 All-Star Game, sources told ESPN on Friday.

ESPN NBA
Nov 16, 2024

Fox scores franchise-best 60, but Kings lose in OT
Kings guard De'Aaron Fox recorded the first 60-point game of the NBA season -- and first in franchise history -- but it wasn't enough against the Timberwolves on Friday night.

ESPN NBA
Nov 16, 2024

Harden tied with Allen for second in career 3s
Clippers star James Harden went 3-of-6 on 3-pointers in a loss to the Rockets, pushing him into a tie with Hall of Famer Ray Allen for second place on the NBA's career made 3s list.

ESPN NBA
Nov 16, 2024

Jenkins talks NBA 'code' after no-call on Draymond
Warriors forward Draymond Green's transition take foul on rookie Zach Edey drew the ire of Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins, who said it was "very disappointing" that officials didn't review it.

ESPN NBA
Nov 16, 2024

Fox scores franchise-best 60 but Kings lose in OT
Kings guard De'Aaron Fox recorded the first 60-point game of the NBA season -- and first in franchise history -- but it wasn't enough against the Timberwolves on Friday night.

ESPN NBA
Nov 16, 2024

CP3 joins Stockton, Kidd with 12,000 career assists
Spurs guard Chris Paul on Friday joined John Stockton and Jason Kidd as the only players in NBA history to reach 12,000 career assists.

ESPN NBA
Nov 16, 2024

Embiid plays normal minutes but 76ers fall to 2-10
Joel Embiid, who missed Philadelphia's first 10 games, played 33 minutes Friday night, finishing with 20 points and eight rebounds, but the 76ers lost to the Magic 98-86.

ESPN NBA
Nov 16, 2024

Harden tied with Allen for second in all-time 3s
Clippers star James Harden went 3-of-6 on 3-pointers list in a loss to the Rockets.

ESPN NBA
Nov 16, 2024

LeBron ups triple-double streak to 4 in L.A. win
LeBron James scored the Lakers' last four points in a 120-115 group-stage win over the Spurs and finished with 15 points, 16 rebounds and 12 assists for his fourth straight triple-double -- the most he's had in a row during his 22-season career.

ESPN NBA
Nov 15, 2024

NBA Cup updates: Knicks survive; Cavs, Lakers win
The 2024-25 Emirates NBA Cup continues Tuesday as the Cavaliers take on the Celtics in a highly anticipated Eastern Conference matchup.

ESPN NBA
Nov 15, 2024

Mitchell scores 37 as Cavs stretch record to 14-0
Donovan Mitchell scored a season-high 37 points and the Cavaliers continued one of the best starts in league history, improving to 14-0 with a 144-126 win over the Chicago Bulls in an NBA Cup game.

ESPN NBA
Nov 15, 2024

Nuggets without Jokic, Malone for Pelicans game
The Nuggets were without star center Nikola Jokic and coach Mike Malone for their NBA Cup opener Friday night against the Pelicans.

ESPN NBA
Nov 15, 2024

Sources: NBA discussing tourney-style AS Game
The NBA is in serious discussions on a new tournament-style format for the 2025 All-Star Game, sources told ESPN on Friday.

ESPN NBA
Nov 15, 2024

Jokic (personal) out for Denver's NBA Cup opener
Nikola Jokic will miss the Nuggets' NBA Cup game at the Pelicans due to personal reasons.

ESPN NBA
Nov 15, 2024

Why Jared McCain is the NBA ROY favorite ... for now
Doug Greenberg looks at the wide-open NBA Rookie of the Year race and the challenges oddsmakers are having this season.

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