Has trading for an NBA superstar become too risky? League insiders examine the new normal facing teams
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 14:59:58 ESTOne superstar trade away from NBA title contention? You better be right. If not, the consequences have never been harsher.
Five Anthony Davis trades, including a chaotic five-team blockbuster
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 13:46:16 ESTWith AD trade buzz ramping up, our experts propose five deals that could shift the league's balance of power.
Wembanyama probable to return for Cup semis
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:57:06 ESTSpurs star Victor Wembanyama has been listed as probable to return for Saturday's NBA Cup semifinal against the Thunder in Las Vegas.
Lakers championship basketballs net big bucks
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:05:57 ESTLakers 2000 and 2001 championship basketballs, signed by Kobe Bryant and other members of the team, sold for $508,000 and $317,500, respectively, at auction.
Grizz's Edey (ankle) to be reevaluated in 4 weeks
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:05:57 ESTGrizzlies center Zach Edey will be reevaluated in four weeks with a stress reaction in the left ankle he had surgically repaired in the offseason.
OKC rolls again, ties 73-win Dubs with 24-1 start
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:05:57 ESTThe Thunder punched their ticket to Las Vegas with a 49-point blowout of the Suns in Wednesday's NBA Cup quarterfinals, matching the 2015-16 Warriors for the best 25-game start in NBA history at 24-1.
Lakers swat away playoff talk, focus on reeling D
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:05:57 ESTLeBron James and the Lakers agreed it's too early to discuss how far the Lakers can go in the postseason, especially after the Spurs exposed their already suspect perimeter defense Wednesday to eliminate L.A. from the NBA Cup.
Suns' Allen ejected after shoving OKC's Holmgren
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:05:57 ESTSuns guard Grayson Allen was ejected from an NBA Cup quarterfinal game against Oklahoma City on Wednesday night after he shoved Thunder center Chet Holmgren and knocked him to the floor.
📈 Power Rankings: Each team's biggest weakness
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:05:57 ESTNBA insiders break down the latest rankings, evaluating all 30 teams as the Emirates NBA Cup heats up.
NBA 25 under 25 rankings: Where Wemby, Ant, Flagg and more young stars check in
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 07:15:26 ESTWhich youngsters are among the next class of superstars? Which are already there? Our NBA experts rank their top 25 under 25.
NBA Cup preview: Everything to know about each semifinal in Las Vegas
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 08:09:05 ESTThe Emirates NBA Cup semifinals are officially set. Here is everything to know ahead of Saturday's games.
Jason Collins, on his cancer diagnosis: It's Stage 4 glioblastoma and I'm fighting
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 07:04:55 ESTIn an exclusive with ESPN, the 13-year NBA veteran and pioneer reveals that he is fighting for his life.
The best quotes and latest intel from Windhorst's podcast
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 10:55:51 ESTFrom breaking news to the latest intel from around the NBA, here are the biggest highlights from Brian Windhorst's "The Hoop Collective" podcast.
Risers and fallers: Add Ryan Nembhard, consider parting with Jaren Jackson
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 08:12:05 ESTSteve Alexander highlights fantasy basketball names trending upwards or downwards, with key takeaways for each.
Don't be surprised if ... Hart, Bridges are among top 25
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 08:12:05 ESTEric Karabell forecasts what to expect from notable players such as Jaren Jackson Jr. and key New York Knicks.
Chris Paul's 'get-better mentality' paved the way for OKC's dominance
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:49:07 ESTPaul spent only one season in OKC but left a lasting impression on reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
How Derik Queen became the Pelicans' future after a shocking draft-night trade
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 17:05:07 ESTQueen, the face of a controversial trade, is tasked with rescuing a franchise that is experiencing another difficult campaign
Spurs' Stephon Castle buys stake in Connecticut soccer teams
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:06:57 ESTThe former UConn guard joins the ownership group for men's and women's professional franchises where he starred in college.
NBA Futures: Thunder remain championship favorites ahead of Nuggets, Rockets
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 18:35:15 ESTThe Oklahoma City Thunder are favorites to repeat as champions, with Denver and Houston next in line.