NBA Basketball

LeBron envisioned joining Knicks but nixed idea after historic title

LeBron James told ESPN that he envisioned joining the Knicks as a free agent this summer but nixed the idea after New York won the NBA title.

Bronny on LeBron's Lakers exit: 'He's got his own path'

Bronny James said he hasn't spoken much to his father, LeBron, about the decision to leave the Lakers this summer, but said he's excited to face him on Christmas.

76ers say 'sacrifice' key to success after offseason additions

The 76ers say they are comfortable with making sacrifices for the benefit of the team after adding LeBron James and Jaylen Brown in the offseason.

Tatum 'comfortable' leading new-look Celtics post-Brown trade

Jayson Tatum says he's thankful for his time with Jaylen Brown and the success they shared but feels comfortable leading the new-look Celtics this season.

Edwards happy to cede PG duties to Ball, to focus on defense

Anthony Edwards says he's happy with the moves Minnesota made over the summer and is excited to continue to develop chemistry with LaMelo Ball.

Lillard says Blazers' crowded backcourt 'will work itself out'

Damian Lillard said he's not worried about balancing a backcourt that includes himself, Ja Morant, Jrue Holiday and Scoot Henderson, saying it "will work itself out."

Clippers' Ingram, key return in Kawhi trade, out after Achilles, heel surgery

Brandon Ingram, a key part of the Clippers' return in their trade of Kawhi Leonard, will not be available to start the 2026-27 season as he recovers from a surgery that addressed a right heel injury and partially torn Achilles tendon.

Sources: Hornets waiving recently acquired guard Dillingham

The Charlotte Hornets are waiving guard Rob Dillingham one day after acquiring the former No. 8 pick, sources told ESPN.

💰 Flagg's 1-of-1 rookie debut patch card sells for record $8.04M

The card was sold in early Friday morning at 2 a.m. ET.