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LeBron: Maxey friendship, desire to help Embiid drove 76ers decision
LeBron James says his long-standing friendship with All-Star Tyrese Maxey and a desire to help Joel Embiid win his first NBA title played significant roles in his decision to sign with the 76ers.
Knicks' Brunson cleared to play after offseason wrist surgery
Knicks star guard Jalen Brunson is ready for the 2026-27 season after acknowledging that he underwent left wrist surgery.
Pelinka: LeBron's Lakers exit 'done amicably'
Rob Pelinka said Thursday that the Lakers remain thankful for their time with LeBron James.
Bob Pettit, NBA's first MVP and a 'true giant of the game,' dies at 93
Bob Pettit, who was named an All-Star in each of his 11 NBA seasons and was one of the greatest scorers and rebounders in league history, died, the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame said Thursday.
Presti: Not expecting OKC downturn despite offseason departures
Oklahoma City GM Sam Presti said the Thunder could be as good as past teams despite key offseason departures.
Sources: Extension talks between Knicks, Towns at standstill
Extension talks have stagnated between the Knicks and Karl-Anthony Towns, and an agreement is considered unlikely as the team begins camp, 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.