Kawhi Leonard scores 23 points in Toronto return as Raptors rout Bulls
Kawhi Leonard scored 23 points in his return to Toronto as the Raptors routed the Bulls 135-92 in their regular season opener on Wednesday.
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Tyrese Haliburton leads Pacers' opening-night win in emotional return from injury
An emotional Tyrese Haliburton made his long-awaited return from the Achilles tear he suffered in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals, as he lead the Pacers to a gritty season-opening win over the Pelicans.
Anthony Davis gets 'MVP' chants from eager crowd in strong Wizards debut
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Sources: Warriors exploring options to trade center Kristaps Porzingis
The Warriors have begun exploring trade routes for veteran center Kristaps Porzingis, who remains out indefinitely as he deals with a private health issue, league sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.
Central Notes: Collins, Giddey, Pistons, Niang, Pacers
NBAThe Bulls are missing starting center Nic Claxton to open the regular season, but they got some reinforcements in their frontcourt on Wednesday as Zach Collins returned after missing the preseason due to a quad injury. He’ll be limited to approximately 12-to-16 minutes per game for the time being, as Joe Cowley of The Chicago […]
Tyrese Haliburton pays homage to Triple H's MSG outfit in return to NBA action
NBAAn avid WWE fan, Tyrese Haliburton wore a denim and leather jacket similar to the one worn by Triple H when he returned from a torn quad.
Anthony Edwards joins Chamberlain, Jordan after dropping 40 in another opener
Anthony Edwards joined legends Wilt Chamberlain and Michael Jordan as the only players in NBA history with multiple 40-point games in season openers.
Rockets' Tari Eason ejected after shoving Mavericks' P.J. Washington in back
Rockets reserve forward Tari Eason was ejected in the first quarter Wednesday night after shoving Mavericks forward P.J. Washington in the back.
Grizzlies Beat Jazz in Peterson, Boozer NBA Debuts, Box Score Stats & Highlights for Ace, Ty Jerome
Rookies Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer were the headliners coming into Wednesday's season opener between the Memphis Grizzlies and Utah Jazz, but Ty Jerome stole the show at FedEx Forum
Anthony Davis Shines in Wizards Debut Alongside Trae, Box Score Stats, Highlights in Win vs. Bucks
NBAThe Washington Wizards are hoping the duo of Anthony Davis and Trae Young can turn them into a playoff contender this year, and they started the 2026-27 campaign on a good note.
Luka Dončić asks Lakers fans to support 'special team' in full-page ad
Lakers star Luka Dončić took out a full-page advertisement in the Los Angeles Times, addressing the city and saying "tonight we start our run for a championship."
Nets fall to shorthanded Hornets for sixth straight season-opening loss
NBAThis year, the Nets won’t be trying to lose on purpose. But they started the season by doing it anyway.