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The four potential ripple effects of LeBron's unprecedented return
As James begins his record-setting 23rd season in the NBA, here are the four biggest questions to answer.[read more]
Lakers center Deandre Ayton shares story of LeBron throwing him lob in 2014
After catching a lob from LeBron James on Tuesday, Deandre Ayton revealed that it was the second time.[read more]
76ers' Oubre (knee) to be reevaluated in 2 weeks
76ers forward Kelly Oubre Jr. was expected to sit out at least two weeks after being diagnosed with a sprained ligament in his left knee, the team said Wednesday night.[read more]
🏀 2026 mock draft: Projections for all 60 picks
Early injuries scattering the No. 1 pick race? Only two guards in the top 10? Let's project all 30 picks for the 2026 first round.[read more]
Kerr: Spoelstra 'great choice' for Team USA coach
Steve Kerr said he has zero doubt that Erik Spoelstra is ready for the challenge of coaching the U.S. Olympic men's basketball team.[read more]
Zion makes return in Pelicans' loss to Nuggets
Pelicans star forward Zion Williamson returned to the court Wednesday night after missing eight games with a hamstring strain.[read more]
Curry, Butler, Green sit out Warriors' loss to Heat
Warriors star Stephen Curry (ankle soreness) missed Wednesday night's game in Miami, as did Jimmy Butler (back) and Draymond Green (illness).[read more]
Flagg misses first game with illness as Mavs fall
Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg missed Wednesday night's 113-111 loss to the Knicks with an illness, coach Jason Kidd said.[read more]
Brunson returns as Knicks prevail vs. Mavericks
Knicks All-Star Jalen Brunson scored a game-high 28 points in a 113-111 win over the Mavericks on Wednesday night after sitting out two games with a Grade 1 right ankle sprain.[read more]
NBA Power Rankings: Who provides the most stealth help for all 30 teams?
NBA insiders break down this week's power rankings, including who is the most important role player for all 30 teams.[read more]