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.

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.

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."

Wemby still has 'hard emotions' over NBA Finals loss, 'very hopeful' for season

Spurs star Victor Wembanyama said on Monday that he still hasn't recovered from the NBA Finals loss to the Knicks. But he also said the team is in a "great spot" heading into this season and "very hopeful."

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.

Curry re-signed with Warriors to 'finish story the right way'

Stephen Curry called Golden State "home" in his first public appearance since signing a two-year, $116 million extension with the Warriors.

OKC taking same approach to season, not focused on Spurs

The Oklahoma City Thunder said they are taking the same approach to the season and are not focused on Spurs after being eliminated by San Antonio in last year's Western Conference Finals.

💰 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.