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WNBA season would begin May 8 if new CBA is reached, league will take 17-day FIBA World Cup break
Doug Feinberg, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 21 - 2:59 p.m. | Save Story
The WNBA will begin its season on May 8, assuming the league and the players' union can come to an agreement on a new collective bargaining agreement.
Ex-Alabama player Charles Bediako, who played in NBA G League, gets temporary college eligibility
The Associated Press | Updated Jan. 21 - 2:05 p.m. | Save Story
Ex-Alabama player Charles Bediako, who has spent the past 2 1/2 years competing in the NBA Summer League and G League, had his college eligibility temporarily reinstated Wednesday by a judge who blocked the NCAA from retaliating for his return to the 17th-ranked Tide.
George's career-high 43 points lifts Jazz past Timberwolves at home
Jaxon Wynder, KSL | Posted Jan. 20 - 11:34 p.m. | Save Story
The Jazz rallied to pull off a late-game win over the TImberwolves behind Keyonte George's 43 points and Jusuf Nurkic's triple-double.
Warriors prepare to go forward without Jimmy Butler after season-ending right knee injury
Janie Mccauley, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 20 - 11:06 p.m. | Save Story
Steve Kerr and the Golden State Warriors are still coming to terms with how dramatically their season changes after Jimmy Butler's season-ending right knee injury and how they must depend on their depth going forward without the do-everything guard.
Warriors guard Jimmy Butler tears ACL in his right knee and will miss remainder of season
Janie Mccauley, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 20 - 3:05 p.m. | Save Story
Golden State Warriors star Jimmy Butler will require surgery and miss the remainder of the season after tearing the ACL in his right knee during the third quarter of a 135-112 victory over his former Miami team.
Former NBA star Lamar Odom arrested on suspicion of DUI in Nevada
The Associated Press | Updated Jan. 20 - 1:05 p.m. | Save Story
Former NBA star Lamar Odom was arrested on suspicion of DUI in Las Vegas over the weekend, authorities said Tuesday.
Ex-KU star and NBA coach Jacque Vaughn steps in as interim coach for No. 19 Jayhawks at Colorado
Dave Skretta, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 20 - 12:24 p.m. | Save Story
Former Kansas standout and NBA coach Jacque Vaughn will serve as the interim coach for the No. 19 Jayhawks on the road against Colorado on Tuesday night while Bill Self continues to recover from a precautionary trip to the hospital.
Harris scores 25, Brown misses potential game-winner and Pistons hold off Celtics for 104-103 win
Larry Lage, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 19 - 8:55 p.m. | Save Story
Tobias Harris scored 25 points and Jaylen Brown missed a jumper just before the buzzer, allowing the Detroit Pistons to hold on for a 104-103 win over the Boston Celtics on Monday night in a matchup of teams with the best records in the Eastern Conference.
Knicks are blown out, booed and losing control of a season with championship aspirations
Brian Mahoney, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 19 - 7:30 p.m. | Save Story
As boos rained down while his team walked off the court after trailing Dallas by 30 points, Knicks coach Mike Brown decided it would be a waste of time to talk Xs and Os in the locker room.
Antetokounmpo and the Bucks hold off Atlanta 112-110 to snap a three-game skid
Paul Newberry, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 19 - 2:51 p.m. | Save Story
Giannis Antetokounmpo had 21 points and 17 rebounds and the Milwaukee Bucks snapped a three-game losing streak, holding off the Atlanta Hawks 112-110 on Monday after squandering a 23-point lead in the second half.
NBA announces All-Star Game starters, with 1st version of U.S. vs. The World format now on its way
Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 19 - 1:25 p.m. | Save Story
The first-ever World team for the NBA All-Star Game is already looking loaded. And the fate of LeBron James' record streak of All-Star selections will now be decided by coaches, or perhaps even Commissioner Adam Silver.
Luka, LeBron get the Lakers back into form in a 110-93 victory over the Raptors
Greg Beacham, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 18 - 9:57 p.m. | Save Story
Luka Doncic had 25 points and seven assists, LeBron James added 24 points and seven assists, and the Los Angeles Lakers returned to form with a 110-93 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night.
Durant moves past his 'idol,' Dirk Nowitzki, into 6th place on the NBA's career scoring list
Joshua Koch, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 18 - 9:20 p.m. | Save Story
Kevin Durant knew Sunday exactly how close he was to surpassing his idol, Dirk Nowitzki, on the NBA's career scoring list.
Durant passes Nowitzki for 6th place on NBA career scoring list as Rockets beat Pelicans 119-110
Joshua Koch, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 18 - 8:00 p.m. | Save Story
Kevin Durant had 18 points and moved into sixth place on the NBA's career points list, and Jabari Smith Jr. scored a season-high 32 points as the Houston Rockets beat the New Orleans Pelicans 119-110 Sunday night.
Grizzlies star Ja Morant says he's a very loyal guy and cites his tattoo of team logo
Ken Maguire, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 18 - 2:40 p.m. | Save Story
Ja Morant says there should be no doubt about his desire to keep playing for the Memphis Grizzlies.
Ja Morant scores 24 points in return to lineup as Grizzlies beat Magic 126-109 in London
The Associated Press | Updated Jan. 18 - 1:29 p.m. | Save Story
Ja Morant had 24 points and 13 assists in his return to the lineup to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 126-109 victory over the Orlando Magic on Sunday in the first NBA regular-season game in London since 2019.
Edwards, Wembanyama enjoy another showdown between two of the West's best as Spurs top Timberwolves
Raul Dominguez, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 18 - 12:28 p.m. | Save Story
Anthony Edwards does not want to be the face of the NBA, but the Minnesota Timberwolves star is becoming a focus of one the league's marquee matchups when he goes up against San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama.
Heckler yells 'leave Greenland alone!' during US national anthem at NBA game in London
The Associated Press | Updated Jan. 18 - 11:40 a.m. | Save Story
A heckler yelled "leave Greenland alone!" while Vanessa Williams sang "The Star-Spangled Banner" before tipoff of an NBA game in London between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Orlando Magic on Sunday.
Wembanyama helps Spurs fend off season-high 55 points from Edwards as Spurs top Timberwolves
Raul Dominguez, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 17 - 9:14 p.m. | Save Story
Victor Wembanyama had 39 points and nine rebounds, corralling a critical offensive rebound in the final seconds, enabling the San Antonio Spurs to fend off Anthony Edwards' season-high 55 points and beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 126-123 on Saturday night.
EuroLeague CEO criticizes NBA's ambitious European plan as a 'bit of a broken record'
Ken Maguire, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 17 - 7:57 a.m. | Save Story
European basketball often is a hot mess of passionate fandom, heated rivalries and financial problems.
Kevin Durant's season-high 39 points and clutch free throws lift Rockets over Timberwolves
Kristie Rieken, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 16 - 10:43 p.m. | Save Story
Kevin Durant scored 39 points and made a season-best six 3-pointers to lead the Houston Rockets to a 110-105 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves Friday night.
Snoop Dogg's NBA analyst role underscores why his on-air presence and global appeal keeps growing
Jonathan Landrum Jr., Associated Press | Posted Jan. 16 - 10:43 a.m. | Save Story
Snoop Dogg arrived at Intuit Dome hours before tipoff, long before most fans filled the arena and even before some players.
Warriors coach Steve Kerr chatted with Jonathan Kuminga about his uncertain situation
Janie Mccauley, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 15 - 11:46 p.m. | Save Story
Coach Steve Kerr spoke with Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga during the morning shootaround Thursday about the player's situation being out of the rotation for more than a month now with expectations he will be traded before the deadline next month.
Wembanyama shaves head, shines brightly in leading Spurs past Antetokounmpo, Bucks
The Associated Press | Updated Jan. 15 - 11:21 p.m. | Save Story
his hair, that is.
Jason Kidd leans into youth baseball the same way the Mavs coach did with girls basketball
Schuyler Dixon, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 15 - 3:51 p.m. | Save Story
Jason Kidd had to choose basketball over baseball 30-plus years ago when it became clear the whiz kid of a point guard would be one of the top picks in the NBA draft.
Adam Silver: NBA, FIBA pushing forward with plans for new league in Europe. But things take time
Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 15 - 2:04 p.m. | Save Story
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver reaffirmed Thursday that the league, in partnership with FIBA, is pressing forward on plans to bring a new league to Europe but stopped short of making any formal announcements regarding timelines or which teams may be committed to coming aboard.
NBA hopes Ja Morant can play in Grizzlies-Magic game at London on Sunday
Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 15 - 12:22 p.m. | Save Story
The NBA hopes Memphis guard Ja Morant will be able to play Sunday, after the star missed Thursday's start of a two-game NBA Europe series against the Orlando Magic with a right calf issue.
Cooper Flagg sprains an ankle and is ruled out after halftime as Mavs lose to Nuggets
Schuyler Dixon, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 14 - 10:50 p.m. | Save Story
Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg was ruled out for the second half of a 118-109 loss to Denver on Wednesday night after the No. 1 pick sprained his left ankle in the first half Wednesday night.
Dell Curry is getting his No. 30 jersey retired by Charlotte in March
Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 14 - 1:49 p.m. | Save Story
Dell Curry had stopped wondering if the Charlotte Hornets were going to retire his number. He figured that if it was going to happen, it probably would have taken place years ago.
Grizzlies center Zach Edey to miss another 6 weeks with injured ankle
The Associated Press | Posted Jan. 14 - 9:41 a.m. | Save Story
The Memphis Grizzlies announced Wednesday center Zach Edey will miss another six weeks to recover from a stress reaction in his left ankle that has sidelined him since Dec. 7.
Gilgeous-Alexander scores 34 as Thunder top Spurs for first time in four meetings this season
Cliff Brunt, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 13 - 8:49 p.m. | Save Story
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points, and the defending NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder beat San Antonio 119-98 on Tuesday night to earn their first win in four tries against the Spurs this season.
With Tomlin leaving, Spoelstra becomes longest tenured active coach in major US sports
Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 13 - 7:41 p.m. | Save Story
Erik Spoelstra is now No. 1. And the Miami Heat coach isn't thrilled by that development.
Snoop Dogg's NBA analyst role underscores why his on-air presence and global appeal keeps growing
Jonathan Landrum Jr., Associated Press | Updated Jan. 13 - 7:12 p.m. | Save Story
Snoop Dogg arrived at Intuit Dome hours before tipoff, long before most fans filled the arena and even before some players.
Anthony Davis expected to miss 6 weeks in latest absence for Mavs but won't need hand surgery
The Associated Press | Posted Jan. 13 - 7:08 p.m. | Save Story
Dallas Mavericks big man Anthony Davis will be sidelined about six weeks in his latest injury absence, although the 10-time All-Star won't need surgery to repair ligament damage in his left hand.
Clippers star James Harden passes Shaquille O'Neal for 9th place on the NBA's all-time scoring list
The Associated Press | Updated Jan. 12 - 11:55 p.m. | Save Story
James Harden has passed Shaquille O'Neal for ninth place on the NBA's all-time scoring list.
Former Raptors star Kyle Lowry gets huge ovation in four-quarter cameo as 76ers win in Toronto
Ian Harrison, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 12 - 9:20 p.m. | Save Story
It was a brief cameo at the end of a blowout win, but it meant everything to Philadelphia 76ers guard Kyle Lowry.
Jazz bounce back strong with 123-112 road win over Cavaliers
Jaxon Wynder, KSL | Posted Jan. 12 - 8:37 p.m. | Save Story
After a near franchise-worse performance Saturday, the Jazz made a complete 180 in Cleveland, picking up a 123-112 with over the Cavaliers behind George and Markkanen's combined 60 points.
WNBA, players' union agree to moratorium, halting initial stages of free agency
Doug Feinberg, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 12 - 6:03 p.m. | Save Story
The WNBA and its players' union agreed to a moratorium for league business Monday.
How a slippery court led to a grueling stretch for the Bulls and Heat: 4 games in 5 days await
The Associated Press | Posted Jan. 12 - 10:56 a.m. | Save Story
Chicago and Miami will both start a stretch of playing four games in five days later this month to make up for the slippery court issue that forced a postponement of a scheduled matchup between the clubs last week.
Utah's sluggish start dooms them in 150-95 loss to Hornets
Jaxon Wynder, KSL | Posted Jan. 10 - 11:20 p.m. | Save Story
After getting blasted in the opening quarter, the Jazz were unable to recover as the Hornets routed Utah with a 126-72 win.
Kevin Durant passes Wilt Chamberlain for 7th on the NBA's career scoring list
Anne M. Peterson, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 9 - 11:40 p.m. | Save Story
Kevin Durant passed Wilt Chamberlain for seventh on the NBA's career scoring list Friday night when he made a 3-pointer for the Houston Rockets in the third quarter of their 111-105 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers.
WNBA and players' union fail to reach new CBA, negotiations continue without extension
Doug Feinberg, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 9 - 11:30 p.m. | Save Story
The WNBA and its players' union weren't able to agree to a new collective bargaining agreement by the Friday night deadline, and now the league enters a "status-quo" period with no new extension reached.
Giannis stops LeBron twice in the final minute as the Bucks rally to beat the Lakers 105-101
Greg Beacham, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 9 - 11:08 p.m. | Save Story
Giannis Antetokounmpo blocked a shot by LeBron James and stole the ball from him on consecutive possessions in the final minute, and the Milwaukee Bucks blew a fourth-quarter lead before rallying for a 105-101 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night.
Trae Young has a fresh start in Washington. His first order of business is getting healthy
Noah Trister, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 9 - 8:15 p.m. | Save Story
Trae Young's tan outfit nearly matched the color of Washington's uniforms. And although he couldn't take the court and help his new team, Wizards fans showed their appreciation.
Mavs' oft-injured Anthony Davis to miss time with ligament damage in hand
Schuyler Dixon, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 9 - 5:03 p.m. | Save Story
Anthony Davis has ligament damage in his left hand, and the Dallas Mavericks' oft-injured big man could be facing an extended absence. Davis was injured late in a 116-114 loss at the Utah Jazz on Thursday night. The team says an MRI revealed the ligament damage and that Davis is seeking multiple opinions. The 10-time All-Star was in obvious pain on the bench before going to the locker room. Davis has already missed 18 of 38 games this season with calf and groin injuries. He came to Dallas from the Los Angeles Lakers in the widely criticized trade for Luka Doncic last season.
T-wolves hold a pregame moment of silence for Renee Good, the woman fatally shot by an ICE officer
The Associated Press | Updated Jan. 9 - 10:44 a.m. | Save Story
The Minnesota Timberwolves held a moment of silence before their game on Thursday night for Renee Good, the 37-year-old woman fatally shot in her car by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer.
WNBPA and WNBA will not extend CBA deadline; sides will continue to negotiate 'in good faith'
Doug Feinberg, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 9 - 7:25 a.m. | Save Story
The WNBA and its players' union will not agree to another collective bargaining agreement extension after the current deadline passes Friday night, WNBPA vice president Breanna Stewart said.
Anthony Edwards, the 3rd-youngest player in NBA history to reach 10,000 career points: 'It's cool.'
The Associated Press | Posted Jan. 8 - 10:05 p.m. | Save Story
Anthony Edwards became the third-youngest player in NBA history to reach 10,000 career points, when the Minnesota Timberwolves star swished a 13-foot fadeaway jumper from the baseline midway through the fourth quarter against Cleveland on Thursday night.
Heat-Bulls game at the United Center postponed due to condensation on the court
Matt Carlson, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 8 - 9:15 p.m. | Save Story
The game between the Miami Heat and the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on Thursday night was postponed after a nearly two-hour delay due to condensation on the court.
Pacers coach Rick Carlisle wins his 1,000th game after monthlong wait as team ends 13-game skid
Michael Marot, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 8 - 8:57 p.m. | Save Story
Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle finally got a chance to celebrate Thursday night.
Sabrina Ionescu sidelined for Unrivaled's 2nd season due to injury
The Associated Press | Posted Jan. 8 - 5:19 p.m. | Save Story
Sabrina Ionescu will not play in the second season of Unrivaled because of an injury sustained during the WNBA season.
Hawks agree to trade high-scoring guard Trae Young to Wizards, AP source says
Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 8 - 6:21 a.m. | Save Story
Trae Young's tenure in Atlanta is over, with the Hawks agreeing to trade the high-scoring and frequently criticized guard to the Washington Wizards for a package including veteran CJ McCollum, a person with knowledge of the move said Wednesday night.
Steve Kerr's mom not happy with him for outburst leading to ejection
Janie Mccauley, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 7 - 11:20 p.m. | Save Story
Steve Kerr upset his mother.
Johnson and Wembanyama fuel Spurs to win over Lakers 107-91, despite Doncic's 38 points
Raul Dominguez, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 7 - 10:27 p.m. | Save Story
Keldon Johnson had 27 points, Victor Wembanyama added 16 points and 14 rebounds, and the San Antonio Spurs overcame 38 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists from Luka Doncic to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 107-91 on Wednesday night.
Gilgeous-Alexander scores 46 points as Thunder halt rare skid with OT win over Jazz
Cliff Brunt, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 7 - 9:04 p.m. | Save Story
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 46 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Utah Jazz 129-125 in overtime Wednesday night to snap a two-game losing skid. Gilgeous-Alexander calmly made a shot from near the free-throw line at the regulation buzzer to force overtime, then scored nine points in the extra period. The reigning MVP increased his streak of games with at least 20 points to 109, the second-longest run in NBA history. Chet Holmgren had 23 points and 12 rebounds, Jalen Williams scored 17 points and Ajay Mitchell added 16 for defending champion Oklahoma City. Lauri Markkanen had 29 points and 13 rebounds for Utah. Keyonte George added 25 points and 11 assists.
Towns bounces back with strong game as the Knicks beat the Clippers 123-111 to snap a 4-game skid
Brian Mahoney, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 7 - 8:42 p.m. | Save Story
Karl-Anthony Towns had 20 points, 11 rebounds and a season-high seven assists, Jalen Brunson scored 26 points and the New York Knicks snapped their four-game losing streak with a 123-111 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night.
Heat guarantee final $1.7M of Terry Rozier's contract and may seek to trade him
Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 7 - 3:20 p.m. | Save Story
The Miami Heat did not waive Terry Rozier before a Wednesday afternoon deadline, keeping the embattled point guard who faces federal gambling-related charges on their roster in an indication that they may try to trade him.
Italian basketball team left with 1 player on court and forced to forfeit European game
The Associated Press | Posted Jan. 7 - 4:18 a.m. | Save Story
An Italian basketball team was left with just one player on court during a European game on Tuesday, leading to an automatic loss and elimination from the competition.
Redick: LeBron James exhibiting 'a different kind of greatness' with the Lakers this season
Brett Martel, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 6 - 10:20 p.m. | Save Story
when the subject of his availability to play the next night in San Antonio came up.
