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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 21: Nneka Ogwumike #30 of the Los Angeles Sparks celebrates after the game against the New York Liberty at Crypto.com Arena on June 21, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Melina Pizano/Getty Images) | Getty Images One of the greatest players in Sparks history now has one of the top accolades to match it. On Friday against the Sky, Nneka Ogwumike passed Lisa Leslie to become the franchise’s all-time leading scorer. Ogwumike entered the game tied with Lesl...

Olivia Miles isn't on Minnesota's injury report ahead of Saturday's game against Portland, but Napheesa Collier remains out recovering from ankle surgery.

Miami Heat forward Giannis Antetokounmpo was asked about the possibility of playing with LeBron James during an interview with ESPN's Ohm Youngmisuk that aired Thursday (2:56 mark).

The Philadelphia 76ers are firmly in the race for star free agent LeBron James, and team president Mike Gansey discussed the potential signing on Monday.

LeBron James could be nearing a decision in free agency.

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 16: Yang Hansen #16 of the Portland Trail Blazers plays defense during the game against the Denver Nuggets on July 16, 2026 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by David Becker/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty I...

The NBA teams in the race to sign LeBron James continue to be optimistic about their odds of landing the 22-time All-Star, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.

Murcia says DeJulius informed the club he no longer intends to honor his newly signed deal The post UCAM Murcia to take legal action against DeJulius after contract dispute appeared first on Eurohoops.

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 12: Dillon Mitchell #20 of the Boston Celtics drives to the basket during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on July 12, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Mike Kirschbaum/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty ...

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 16: Allen Graves #22 of the Toronto Raptors handles the ball during the game against the Miami Heat on July 16, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Mike Kirschbaum/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images While ...

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 13: Kaodirichi Akobundu-Ehiogu #42 of the Dallas Mavericks converts an alley-oop dunk over Olivier-Maxence Prosper #18 of the Memphis Grizzlies during the first half of a 2026 NBA Summer League game at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 13, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Allen ...

Allen Graves and Izaiyah Nelson | Photos from Getty Images Just two players were selected directly from mid-major programs in the 2026 NBA Draft. Santa Clara’s Allen Graves was the No. 19 pick to the Toronto Raptors, and the draft rights of South Florida’s Izaiyah Nelson, the No. 51 pick, were traded to Orlando. However, according to the Mid-Major Reacts survey, despite Graves being a top-20 pick and Nelson being one of the final 10 selections, the two will be equally impactful in the ongoing...

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 11: Labaron Philon #00 of the Philadelphia 76ers dribbles the ball during the game against the Indiana Pacers on July 11, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Mike Kirschbaum/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Ima...

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards revealed during an appearance at Fanatics Fest in New York on Friday that he gave advice before every NBA Finals game to his ex-Timberwolves teammate and current New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns about how to play against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs.

Kayla Thornton and Nia Coffey. | NBAE via Getty Images Defensive Player of the Year is probably the toughest race of all the awards in the 2026 WNBA season. There are several worthy candidates for this award, and some other deserving names that will probably get snubbed from First-Team All-Defense at season’s end. But which players for the strongest case? As we approach the All-Star break, here are some of the leading candidates and the unique DPOY cases that make each of them stand out. In t...

Jul 17, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Atlanta Dream forward Brionna Jones (42) gets control of a rebound against the Toronto Tempo during the first half at Coca-Cola Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images | John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images Shall we count the accomplishments of the night? With one game remaining before the All-Star break, the Atlanta Dream continued their winning ways with a 111-92 victory over the Toronto Tempo on Friday night. After leading by just one at ...

New executive director David Kelly wants to revisit the NBA’s CBA economic system L'articolo NBPA pushes back against second apron: “It’s gone too far” proviene da Sportando.

The Brooklyn Nets could explore trading forward Michael Porter Jr. if both sides aren't able to agree on a contract extension in the near future, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes.

The Los Angeles Lakers have registered interest in free agent Matisse Thybulle "this week," according to NBA insider Marc Stein.

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 10: Allen Graves #22 of the Toronto Raptors plays defense during the game against the Boston Celtics on July 10, 2026 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Stephen Greathouse/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty I...

CHICAGO -- The Sparks (10-13) have played better over the last week or so.

Thanasis says he had no idea Giannis was heading to Miami and admits he is still processing the blockbuster move The post Thanasis on Giannis’ trade: “The crazy thing is, I didn’t know” appeared first on Eurohoops.

After spending the last two seasons with the Sacramento Kings, veteran guard DeMar DeRozan reportedly could be on his way back East.

The NBA re-draft machine has been whirring for roughly eternity. That got us thinking: How could we take these rookie-class lookbacks to the next level?

A disappointing showing from veteran guard De'Aaron Fox was coupled with the emergence of rookie sensation Dylan Harper during the San Antonio Spurs' NBA Finals loss to the New York Knicks, but it doesn't sound like the team will be making any changes to its backcourt anytime soon.

Here's the full WNBA schedule for July 17, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.

Former No. 1 overall pick Joe Smith believes it’s time for the NBA to give a familiar type of investigation a familiar name. “If they’re going to keep bringing my name up every time a situation comes up,” Smith told Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson of ScoopB.com, “then they might as well just call it the […] The post Joe Smith: NBA should call future cap scandals ‘Joe Smith Effect’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Here's everything you need to know about Fever vs. Storm, including TV channel and streaming options for the WNBA matchup.

The Rockets and Grizzlies will square off in one of the Las Vegas Summer League semifinals while the Warriors play the Lakers in the other, the NBA announced (via Twitter). The Lakers were the only team to win all four of their games in Vegas so far, while Memphis, Houston, and Golden State advanced to […]

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