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Co-defendant denies Billups gave him info, pleads guilty in NBA gambling case
Eric Earnest pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud Thursday but denied receiving inside information from former NBA player and coach Chauncey Billups.[read more]
Giannis says new-look Heat 'got to trust each other more' after blowout loss
Following an opening night blowout loss to the Timberwolves, Giannis Antetokounmpo preached trust as the primary area that needs improvement for the new-look Heat.[read more]
➡️ Go inside the L.A. home of LeBron and Savannah James
From LeBron's trophies to Savannah's heartbeat necklace, the couple talked about the things that meant the most to them.[read more]
Emotional Haliburton leads Pacers' gritty win in long-awaited return from Achilles tear
An emotional Tyrese Haliburton made his long-awaited return from the Achilles tear he suffered in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals, as he led the Pacers to a gritty season-opening win over the Pelicans.[read more]
Luka: Lakers' 'ceiling is even higher,' pairs with Kessler for blowout
For the Lakers, who have installed Luka Doncic as the heir to LeBron James and rebuilt their roster around him, the early results in a 127-105 win over the Warriors were a promising sign of things to come.[read more]
Clippers dedicate opening win over Kings to banned Ballmer
The Clippers are determined to stay together in the absence of banned owner Steve Ballmer and started the season by routing the Kings 121-96.[read more]
Warriors rookie Lendeborg says he 'lost all respect' for Luka after testy matchup
Yaxel Lendeborg said it was an "interesting first game for me" after defending the Lakers superstar in his professional debut.[read more]
Two steps too many: Refs confirm LaMelo traveled en route to 3-point make
The association that represents NBA referees confirmed that LaMelo Ball took two steps too many and traveled in a widely seen clip from Wednesday night's win over Miami.[read more]
Trump criticizes LeBron for not standing still during national anthem
President Donald Trump has accused LeBron James of disrespecting the U.S. after the 76ers star appeared to continue his warmups during the national anthem.[read more]
Why Warriors-Lakers was the quiet end of an incredible NBA era
For more than a decade, LeBron James shaped a massive rivalry with Stephen Curry and the Warriors. Now he's gone. Left in his wake are two teams, each in dramatic transformation.[read more]