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18 championships are just the backdrop now to Season 81.

The Valkyries veteran used a simple T-shirt to make a point as the WNBA's orange-carpet spotlight grew.

Atlanta's veteran chose a coordinated, comfortable look for Game 2, adding a different kind of style to the championship stage.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 16: Dillon Brooks #3 of the Phoenix Suns reacts to a three-point shot against the Utah Jazz during the second half of the preseason NBA game at Mortgage Matchup Center on October 16, 2026 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 License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) | Getty Images The calm befo...

Luka Dončić enters his third season with the Los Angeles Lakers as the team's unquestioned star and leader, but he also has more to prove.

MACAU, CHINA - OCTOBER 11: Cooper Flagg #32 of Dallas Mavericks dunks during NBA China Games 2026 between Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets at The Venetian Arena on the Cotai Strip on October 11, 2026 in Macau, China. 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 Zhizhao Wu/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Dallas Mavericks are ready to st...

DETROIT, MI - OCTOBER 9: Detroit Pistons players Andre Drummond and Bruce Brown spent time with special needs children during a Jr. Pistons basketball clinic at Cass Tech High School October 9, 2018 in Detroit, Michigan. 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Brian Sevald/NBAE via Getty ...

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 16: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on his phone during the 2017 NBA Draft Lottery at the New York Hilton in New York, New York. 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 2017 NBAE (Photo by Michael J. LeBrecht II/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Almost tw...

After the Boston Celtics' extended guard Peyton Pritchard, the New York Knicks may be dreading paying Deuce McBride.

Malia Samuels. | Photo courtesy of World’s Finest Chocolate. Many college athletes view NIL deals as opportunities to support good causes. Indiana women’s basketball player Malia Samuels’ new NIL deal with World’s Finest Chocolate is one of those feel-good stories of giving back. World’s Finest Chocolate is a fundraising company that helps schools, sports teams, clubs, and community organizations raise money by giving youth the opportunity to sell chocolate. From third to fifth grade, Samuels...

From experienced seniors to talented newcomers and big-name transfers, here are the front-runners in each league.

The Knicks-76ers opener has a $1,474 get-in price, the highest in the NBA. See the most expensive games and teams.

They might not have been instant stars in the WNBA, but these six players are having a huge impact on the Finals.

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It's only fitting that LeBron opens his final chapter inside "The World's Most Famous Arena."

DENVER, CO - OCTOBER 11: Head Coach Tiago Splitter of the Chicago Bulls looks on during the game against the Denver Nuggets during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 11, 2026 at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. 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 Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images...

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 08: Former New York Knicks player Walt Frazier poses prior to Game Three between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden on June 08, 2026 in New York City. 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 Dustin Satloff/Getty Images) | Getty Images If you were to lo...

It wasn't that long ago that high-end NBA players consistently went to free agency before signing max contracts, often with new teams.

The long wait is over.

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the format of the NBA ahead of the start of the 2026-27 season starting on Tuesday

The Nets have spent three first-round picks on pure point guards over the past two years.

Angel Reese’s impressive showing for the Atlanta Dream against the Golden State Valkyries has prompted Robin Lundberg to respond to a fan about ‘inaccurate hating’ of Caitlin Clark. Heading into this year’s playoffs, a lot of the attention was on multi-time MVP A’ja Wilson and the Indiana Fever’s Clark.

DALLAS, TX - OCTOBER 16: Morez Johnson Jr. #14 of the Dallas Mavericks handles the ball during the game against the Atlanta Hawks on October 16, 2026 at American Airlines Center in Dallas, 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 Glenn James/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty I...

Josh Hart has last year's championship trophy on his mind—and quite literally on his head.

BOSTON, MA - APRIL 28: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics interacts with fans before the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on April 28, 2026 at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images On...

The Knicks are starting Banner Night with a “Bang.”

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic has addressed his leadership role, the team’s chemistry and his physical condition as the franchise prepares for the 2026-27 NBA regular season. Following Monday’s practice, the Slovenian guard discussed the challenges of integrating new players into the Lakers’ rotation and establishing consistency with a revamped roster. Asked whether his […] The post Luka Doncic discusses Lakers chemistry appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Examining the best player from every NBA team based on USA TODAY's rankings led to revelations about Tyrese Maxey, Steph Curry and the Grizzlies.