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PHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 10: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks plays defense during the game against Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers during Round Two Game Four of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 10, 2026 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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: Co...

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Miami Heat will take on the Boston Celtics on Christmas Day this season, and the two-time MVP is confident about the matchup.

SAN ANTONIO, TX - JUNE 13: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs plays defense on Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks during Game Five of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 13, 2026 at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. 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 Jesse D. Garrabran...

The Lakers will open the 2026-27 season against one of their in-state rivals.

The NBA announced Tuesday the Golden State Warriors will face the Denver Nuggets on Christmas Day 2026 at Chase Center in San Francisco.

Abstract When the Bucks acquired Damian Lillard in 2023 at 33 years old, they probably figured they would get three, maybe four years of high-level play from him, and with him and Giannis, could credibly field a contending team during that time. But then in Game 4 of the 2025 NBA Playoffs, everything changed. After valiantly figthing to return from deep vein thrombosis in his calf that had sidelined him for the back-third of the season, Lillard tore his Achilles in devastating fashion. Almost...

These are the best under-the-radar moves of the NBA offseason.

The Knicks and Spurs will meet for the first time since the NBA Finals on Christmas Day.

PHOENIX - JANUARY 2: Amare Stoudemire #32 of the Phoenix Suns dunks against Zach Randolph #50 of the Portland Trail Blazers on January 2, 2005 at America West Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Licence Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2005 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images St...

The 2026-27 NBA season will tip off in late October with three matchups on NBC and Peacock. Here are the details for opening night.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 31: Alperen Sengun #28 of the Houston Rockets, Kevin Durant #7 and Reed Sheppard #15 walk on the court during the fourth quarter against the New York Knicks at Toyota Center on March 31, 2026 in Houston, Texas. 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 Jack Gorman/Getty Images) | Getty Images Shoutout to VBG! This ...

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Malika Andrews isn't too high on the Lakers.

Can Kevin Durant, Amen Thompson and others push Houston into the West's upper tier? We're looking back at the offseason and taking an early look at the 2026-27 season.

What hurdles could the top 10 contenders in the NBA face during the 2026-27 season? Our NBA insiders break it down.

The guard is poised for a big year.

THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JAY LENO -- Episode 2492 -- Pictured: (l-r) Musician Natalie Gilbert and NBA Portland Trail Blazers' coach Maurice Cheeks during an interview with host Jay Leno on May 19, 2003 -- (Photo by:Paul Drinkwater/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images) I saw this on X recently and had to smile. As it just so happens, I had caught Untold : Jail Blazers on Netflix. The documentary discussed the early 2000s Portland Trail Blazers and their quest for a title...

Nearly the entire team flew to Paris to work out together and strengthen its bond as Minnesota prepares for a new playing style. submitted by /u/TheAthletic [link] [comments]

Between overseas exhibition tournaments and FIBA youth competition, we've already had our first looks at some of the leading names in the 2027 NBA draft cycle.

As much as fans may have wanted to see the Nets take a big swing, this wasn’t the right time.

It's a jubilant mob scene as happy fans carry Celtics' Tommy Heinsohn (L), coach Red Auerbach (Center, with victory cigar), and big Bill Russell (R) around the basketball court at Boston Garden April 27, 1964, after the Celtics won their sixth consecutive World's Championship. They defeated the Warrior's, 105-99. The Celtics are the only pro team in history to win six consecutive championships. NBA history spans 80 seasons, and as CelticsBlog readers well know, the Boston Celtics have won a l...

Miami Heat forward Bobby Portis took issue Monday night with comments former Heat and current Chicago Bulls guard Norman Powell made about Portis being part of the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade.

The San Antonio Spurs are still committed to De'Aaron Fox despite the point guard's struggles in the NBA Finals, sources told ESPN. Team sources add that the Spurs may not have made the Finals without Fox's contributions in the playoffs. Mitch Johnson's decision over who starts at point guard between Fox and Dylan Harper next season will be determined by their play on the court. Johnson has also mentioned wanting to play Fox, Harper, and Stephon Castle at the same time. Fox averaged 18.6 poin...

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The Sacramento Kings' reported opening games have been revealed for the 2026-27 NBA season, while the team looks to bounce back after a down year.

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LeBron James and his soon-to-be 22-year-old son Bronny are venturing into two different areas. The elder James will now play for the Philadelphia 76ers. Meanwhile, the young Bronny will play his first season with the Los Angeles Lakers without his father by his side. In a recent Boardroom Talk conversation with Rich Kleiman, LeBron humorously […] The post LeBron James’ hilarious reaction to former LA teammate Bronny appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The San Antonio Spurs grew to be one of the biggest dynasties in the history of the NBA. For 22 consecutive years, they made it to the playoffs (1998-2019), and during that time, they won five championships. In four of those years, the Spurs were led by their iconic big three of Tim Duncan, Tony […] The post Jason Kidd reveals why he didn’t sign with Spurs in 2003 appeared first on ClutchPoints.