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The Lakers got flipped?! What we know about the decision to sell, and how the league reacted
After the stunning sale, ESPN spoke to more than a dozen NBA sources to find out why, what it could mean for the league and more. Here's what they said.[read more]
NBA schedule 2026-27: Opening night, Christmas and must-see games
Following the NBA's schedule release, our insiders break down the biggest games to watch for the 2026-27 season.[read more]
New rosters in the West? KAT contract? The under-the-radar concerns for NBA contenders
What hurdles could the top 10 contenders in the NBA face during the 2026-27 season? Our NBA insiders break it down.[read more]
Grades for every free agent signing, extension: Beal, Brooks and more
We're grading the biggest free agent signings and extensions, including Bradley Beal's deal with the Clippers.[read more]
NBA offseason buzz: Latest free agency and trade updates
We're tracking deals, trades and buzz across the NBA, including the latest on Russell Westbrook and DeMar DeRozan.[read more]
🖌️ Philly artist paints LeBron mural in Chinatown
The mural is titled "The Legendary Partner for the City of Brotherly Love" and was painted by Chenlin Cai in Philadelphia's Chinatown.[read more]
Knicks-Sixers II, Lakers-Warriors top 1st Cup day
A second marquee matchup of the Knicks against the 76ers and LeBron James, along with the Lakers playing at the Warriors mark the first opening day of NBA Cup play on Oct. 30.[read more]
Rivers reflects on support in HOF speech prep
Doc Rivers wound up learning during the trial-and-error process of speechwriting that the words he will say in entering the Hall of Fame aren't going to be about him.[read more]
Westbrook retires from NBA after 18 seasons
Russell Westbrook, who played 18 NBA seasons with seven teams, announced his retirement Wednesday.[read more]
Sources: Kushner, Iger to buy Lakers for $12.5B
The Lakers are being sold to businessmen Josh Kushner and Bob Iger for $12.5 billion, a record-breaking price, multiple sources told ESPN.[read more]