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LeBron James pushed back on Mike Breen's story about him and Joel Embiid on social media.

The NBA and FIBA say they are undeterred in moving forward with the NBA Europe plan after EuroLeague's team owners rejected a merger offer this week.

Broadcaster Mike Breen apologized Wednesday for the reaction to a story he shared about LeBron James calling out Joel Embiid for showing up late, a story James has since disputed.

Members of the Euroleague rejected a formal offer from the NBA this week to merge and create a single NBA Europe operation, sources told ESPN.

The 76ers plan to play their starters Thursday against the Nets, sources told ESPN.

Florida remains No. 1 whether or not Denzel Aberdeen can play. Other teams with eligibility questions aren't as lucky.

After turning down the NBA’s initial proposal for a merger, EuroLeague shareholders are expected to present the NBA with a counter-offer in the coming weeks, reports Donatas Urbonas of BasketNews.com. According to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, the NBA has been interested in a model that would allow teams to compete in their respective domestic leagues on […]

Victor Wembanyama is reportedly limiting his media availability ahead of the 2026-27 season after the San Antonio Spurs fell short in the 2026 NBA Finals, according to Michael C. Wright of ESPN. “I’m hearing that Victor does not want to talk about what happened in the Finals,” Wright said on The Hoop Collective. “I’m hearing […] The post Victor Wembanyama limiting media access after Finals loss appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Dave Portnoy thinks LeBron James is aspiring to be the next Kawhi Leonard.

After San Antonio Spurs All-Star Victor Wembanyama addressed his stance on sports betting endorsements, he’s allegedly refusing to give exclusive interviews to any American outlet outside of 60 Minutes. Wembanyama reportedly doesn’t want to talk about losing to the New York Knicks in the 2026 NBA Finals. After addressing the disappointing loss at media, he’s […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama’s alleged blackball of US media besides 60 Minutes has ESPN insider rolling eyes appeared first on...

Kevin Durant gave the Rockets plenty of scoring last season. ESPN’s Tim MacMahon believes Houston also asked him to handle responsibilities that weren’t suited to his strengths. That includes setting the tone in the locker room. Speaking on The Hoop Collective, MacMahon pointed to Durant while discussing Houston’s late-game offense and team chemistry, as relayed […] The post Was Kevin Durant responsible for Rockets’ ‘connectivity’ issues? appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Despite her uncertain future with the team, Kelsey Mitchell remains supportive of her Indiana Fever teammate Aliyah Boston.

If the Indiana Pacers want to be competitive this season and capitalize on a returning Tyrese Haliburton, they need to make big plans surrounding a key date.

As Sophie Cunningham hits unrestricted free agency, the chatter around her future is spilling way beyond the basketball court. Sophie Cunningham has never been shy about taking aim at the league office.

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Enes Kanter Freedom voices his support towards Sophie Cunningham.Enes Kanter Freedom continues to voice his support for Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham. Freedom reposted a New York Times tweet of...

Another controversy seems to be brewing in the WNBA, as Kelsey Mitchell’s latest statement about the Fever fanbase continues to swirl on social media. The Indiana Fever guard has completed her one-year deal with the franchise and is now an unrestricted free agent.