Basketball NewsFriday, Sep 25, 2026

Publisher:ESPN NBAOutlet infoSep 24, 5:30 PM ET

Bob Pettit, who was named an All-Star in each of his 11 NBA seasons and was one of the greatest scorers and rebounders in league history, has died, the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame said Thursday.

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Publisher:ESPN NBAOutlet infoSep 25, 4:55 PM ET

The Memphis Grizzlies waived veteran D'Angelo Russell and signed undrafted guard Brendan Hausen.

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Publisher:ESPN NBAOutlet infoSep 25, 6:15 PM ET

The Charlotte Hornets will be without Kon Knueppel for at least the entire preseason due to a left hamstring injury, the team announced Friday.

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Publisher:Yahoo Sports NBAOutlet infoSep 25, 12:44 PM ET

When the Knicks officially begin their NBA championship defense next week, their captain will be on the floor leading them.

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Publisher:ESPN WNBAOutlet infoSep 25, 2:10 AM ET

The Sparks saluted Nneka Ogwumike in an emotional retirement ceremony following Thursday's 76-75 loss to the Valkyries in which she told the crowd, "I'm always gonna be your L.A. Spark."

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Publisher:ESPN NBAOutlet infoSep 25, 12:10 PM ET

LeBron James says his longstanding friendship with All-Star Tyrese Maxey and a desire to help Joel Embiid win his first NBA title played significant roles in his decision to sign with the 76ers.

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