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Scouts debate the top of the NBA draft class: Peterson or Dybantsa at No. 1?
Fit over talent? Versatility over production? NBA scouts and execs break down the conversations happening at the top of the draft.[read more]
NBA Futures: Lakers' championship odds shortening, Wemby making MVP push
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NBA betting: Spurs to win it all and other playoff bets to make right now
The panel identifies the NBA playoff futures bets that can pay off big.[read more]
Just foolin': Wizards sorry about $10K shot 'skit'
The Wizards have apologized for an April Fools' "skit" in which a planted fan was seemingly tricked into believing he made a half-court shot for $10,000, saying the entire bit was scripted but that they "missed the mark."[read more]
Celtics net 53 in first quarter, 2 off NBA record
The Boston Celtics had a first quarter like none other in their storied history Wednesday night, scoring 53 points in the opening 12 minutes of a 147-129 victory over the Miami Heat.[read more]
Pistons' Cunningham out at least another week
Pistons All-Star guard Cade Cunningham will be out at least another week as he continues to recover from a collapsed lung.[read more]
Night after Dubs win, Spurs sit Wemby vs. Clips
Spurs star Victor Wembanyama will sit out Thursday night's matchup against the LA Clippers because of right ankle injury management.[read more]
Grizzlies' Clarke arrested on drug, traffic charges
Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke was arrested Wednesday in Arkansas on charges that include speeding and possession of a controlled substance.[read more]
Sources: Rapper J. Cole to play pro hoops in China
Rap megastar J. Cole has signed a contract to play in the Chinese Basketball Association with the Nanjing Monkey Kings, sources told ESPN on Wednesday.[read more]
Trail Blazers fined $100K for early Hansen contact
The NBA has fined the Trail Blazers $100,000 and suspended assistant GMs Mike Schmitz and Sergi Oliva for two weeks for illegal contact made with Yang Hansen in December 2023, two years before the 7-footer from China was drafted.[read more]