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Golden State Warriors guard De'Anthony Melton drives past Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell.

Warriors' De'Anthony Melton to Undergo Season-Ending Surgery

The Warriors announced Melton will miss the rest of the season.

Golden State Warriors guard De'Anthony Melton drives past Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell.

Warriors' De'Anthony Melton to Undergo Season-Ending Surgery

The Warriors announced Melton will miss the rest of the season.

A Wednesday report led to the roasting of the Houston Rockets

NBA Fans Roast Rockets for Reportedly Not Wanting to Trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Fans were quick to pile on Houston over its lack of interest in the two-time MVP.

Dunk The Halls will air Christmas Day.

Disney, ESPN and NBA to Present First Real-Time, Animated Game on Christmas Day

Spurs-Knicks game to get special Disney treatment.

Riley won four NBA championships as head coach of the Lakers.

Former Lakers Greats Come Together to Surprise Pat Riley With News He'll Get Statue

Magic Johnson and fellow Showtime Lakers players revealed to Riley he would be getting a statue.

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Dalton Knecht takes a three against the Utah Jazz. It probably went in.

Utah Jazz Coach Had Savage One-Liner About His Players Not Guarding Dalton Knecht

Knecht has been a surprising shooting presence for L.A.

SI:AM | Lakers Rookie Dalton Knecht Erupts for Historic Shooting Night

Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook drives to the basket as Memphis Grizzlies forward Jake LaRavia falls during the first half at FedExForum.

NBA Fans Rip Ref for Lame Technical Foul on Nuggets' Russell Westbrook

Ben Simmons and Grant Williams wrestle for the basketball.

Nets Coach Has Amazing Reason For Ben Simmons Never Shooting Free Throws

Los Angeles Lakers star forward LeBron James speaks to the media following the club's 124-118 win over the Utah Jazz on November 19, 2024.

LeBron James Had NSFW Three-Word Message for NBA Teams That Didn't Draft Dalton Knecht

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry is an elite prop target on Wednesday.

Peter’s Points: NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Steph Curry, Damian Lillard, Josh Hart)

'Inside the NBA' is moving to ESPN next season.

Charles Barkley Had Comical Line About ‘Inside the NBA’ Going to ESPN, New Bosses

Nuggets guard Westbrook reacts as he lays on the court against the Memphis Grizzlies.

Russell Westbrook Sets Impressive NBA History With 200th Triple Double

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell controls the ball while Boston Celtics center Neemias Queta.

Cavaliers’ Measuring-Stick Loss to Celtics Proved They Are for Real

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Redick cheers on his team.

Lakers' JJ Redick Jokingly Calls Out Will Hardy Before His First Game Against Jazz

Golden State Warriors forward Green argues a call with referee in a game against the Memphis Grizzlies.

Draymond Green Calls Grizzlies Coach a 'Softie' for Flagrant Foul Complaint

Boston Celtics head coach Mazzulla watches from the sideline at TD Garden.

Joe Mazzulla Had Hilarious Three-Word Message About Significance of NBA Cup

The NBA ruled Randle traveled before his buzzer-beating three-pointer against the Suns.

Julius Randle Responds to NBA Admitting He Traveled Before Game-Winning Shot

Rick Brunson during a high school basketball game in 2020.

Knicks Issue Statement Over NBA's 'Offensive' Inquiry Into Rick Brunson Promotion

Maxey called out Embiid in front of the team on Monday night

Report: Tyrese Maxey Confronted Joel Embiid About Tardiness in Team Meeting

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Shaquille O'Neal has less than a year left on his TNT contract.

There Is One Major Glitch With WBD-ESPN Deal to License ‘Inside the NBA’

Los Angeles forward LeBron James celebrates with the MVP trophy after the Lakers beat the Indiana Pacers to win the NBA's first in-season tournament championship in 2023.

NBA In-Season Tournament Prize Pool: How Much Do the Winners Get?

The Lakers won the 2023 in-season tournament.

NBA In-Season Tournament Rules, Dates, Pools and Bracket

Stephen A. Smith is currently engaged in a war of words with Kevin Durant.

Kevin Durant Gives Stephen A. Smith a Win With Latest Comments

Banchero, who will be out at least a month, was among the most durable players in the league in his first two seasons.

SI:AM | Paolo Banchero’s Injury Is a Brutal Break for the Magic

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid has yet to play this season and there is no timetable for his debut.

Why Are the Sixers Hiding Joel Embiid’s Injury Status?

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James and guard Bronny James warm up before a game.

LeBron James Shares Why Bronny's First NBA Basket Was Extra Special in Cleveland

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo reacts during the second half against the Boston Celtics.

While Bucks Focus on Positive, Pressure Builds to Stabilize Struggles

LeBron James and Bronny James share the court for the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday as the first father-son duo to accomplish the feat in NBA history.

NBA Opening Night Was All About Keeping Up With the Jameses

Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick reacts during a preseason game.

What JJ Redick Faces as a First-Time NBA Head Coach

Duke Blue Devils guard Cooper Flagg is projected to be a top pick in the 2025 NBA draft.

2025 NBA Draft: Ranking the Top 10 Prospects Ahead of 2024–25 Season

NBA commissioner Adam Silver enters the 2024–25 season with a few lofty agenda items.

Tracking Adam Silver’s Agenda for Next Term as NBA Commissioner

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero is a true No. 1 option on a solid team.

2024–25 NBA Scouting Report: Southeast Division

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic will have big-addition Klay Thompson this season.

2024–25 NBA Scouting Report: Southwest Division

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James reminded NBA fans of how impactful he can be during Team USA’s run at the Olympics.

2024–25 NBA Scouting Report: Pacific Division

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Apr 23, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) reacts after an injury against the Indiana Pacers in the first half during game two of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

NBA Fans Have Mixed Reactions To Khris Middleton Injury Update

June 19, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard J.R. Smith (5) speaks to media following the 93-89 victory against the Golden State Warriors in game seven of the NBA Finals at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

NBA Champion J.R. Smith Makes Intriguing Russell Westbrook Statement

Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden (1) is defended by Orlando Magic guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (3) in the first half at Intuit Dome.

Magic's Win Streak Snapped in Uncharacteristic Loss to Clippers

Oct 17, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; The details of the jersey of Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

ESPN Star Stephen A. Smith Makes Blunt Bronny James Statement

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) reacts with Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (2) after losing his shoe during the first half against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Steve Kerr Announces Injury Update on Key Player After Warriors-Hawks

Nov 20, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) fights for a loose ball with Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (35) and forward Jerami Grant (9) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Thunder Mailbag: A 12-4 Start, But Frontcourt Questions Remain

November 20, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) dribbles the basketball against Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (5) during the fourth quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Atlanta Can't Overcome Shooting Woes in 120-97 Blowout Loss to Golden State

Nov 5, 2013; Dallas, TX, USA; Los Angeles Lakers point guard Steve Nash (10) smiles to the crowd during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

NBA Legend Steve Nash Comments On RJ Barrett's Instagram Post

Nov 20, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) drives to the basket against New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (8) and center Jericho Sims (20) during the first quarter at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Suns Continue Skid in Blowout Loss to Knicks