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Which NBA superstar will request a trade next? Our panel makes its prediction
Our expert panel predicts which teams will surprise and disappoint this season -- and answers nine other questions.[read more]
'You're overthinking it': NBA insiders react to ESPN's 2026-27 season forecast
We presented our annual NBA season forecast to insiders across the league. They weren't shy in sharing what we got right -- and what we got wrong.[read more]
🎬 Blake Griffin to host new late-night talk show
The weekly talk show will debut Oct. 20, opening day of the NBA regular season, and was recorded in front of a live studio audience.[read more]
Klay says he joined Heat to taste winning again
Klay Thompson said he's relishing the chance to win at the highest level again with a revamped Miami Heat team featuring Giannis Antetokounmpo.[read more]
Buss brothers joining new Padres ownership group
The Buss brothers' new firm will be part of the Padres ownership group after selling the Lakers.[read more]
Sources: Pels reach 2-year deal with Mathurin
Bennedict Mathurin has agreed to a two-year, $16 million deal with the Pelicans, including a player option, sources told ESPN.[read more]
Buss asks court to block siblings' vote to sell
In a petition filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, Jeanie Buss is challenging the legality of her siblings' vote to sell the family's remaining Lakers shares.[read more]
Kuminga joining Wolves on 2-year, $12.4M deal
Jonathan Kuminga agreed to a two-year, $12.4 million deal with the Timberwolves, which includes a player option, his agent told ESPN's Shams Charania. Part of Minnesota's pitch is that Kuminga will fill the vacant starting power forward slot.[read more]
Lowry joining Carter with retired Raptors number
The Raptors will retire the No. 7 jersey of Kyle Lowry on Jan. 10 after they face the 76ers.[read more]
'If you know you know': Knicks fan honors Game 4 comeback with win probability chart tattoo
The Knicks pulled off the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history in Game 4 against the Spurs earlier this summer, and one fan paid tribute with some distinctive ink.[read more]