How Jayson Tatum's improbable return could change the NBA title race
Fri, 6 Mar 2026 16:47:11 ESTHere's the latest on Tatum's return to Boston after a devastating Achilles injury -- and how it could shift the NBA's balance of power with just weeks to go in the season.
Achilles healed: Celtics OK Tatum for Fri. return
Fri, 6 Mar 2026 17:02:32 ESTJayson Tatum is officially available for the Celtics' Friday night home game against the Mavericks. Tatum suffered a torn right Achilles tendon in the playoffs less than 10 months ago.
LeBron (elbow), Ayton (knee) out against Pacers
Fri, 6 Mar 2026 17:02:32 ESTThe Lakers will be without LeBron James and two of their big men in Deandre Ayton and Maxi Kleber on Friday against the Pacers, the team announced.
Suns forward Brooks arrested on suspected DUI
Fri, 6 Mar 2026 17:02:32 ESTSuns forward Dillon Brooks was arrested early Friday morning for suspicion of driving under the influence in Scottsdale, Arizona, police said.
LeBron bests Kareem for most made FG in history
Fri, 6 Mar 2026 17:02:32 ESTLeBron James made the 15,838th field goal of his career to pass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the most made field goals in NBA history.
Despite rust, Young dazzles Wiz crowd in debut
Fri, 6 Mar 2026 17:02:32 ESTIn his limited time on the court, Trae Young proved in his Wizards debut that he is the type of player the team hasn't had since John Wall, thrilling the D.C. crowd and finishing with 12 points in a 122-112 loss to the Jazz.
Flagg return from injury spoiled by late Magic rally
Fri, 6 Mar 2026 17:02:32 ESTCooper Flagg returned to the Dallas Mavericks' lineup Thursday night after missing eight games because of a left midfoot sprain and had 18 points and six assists in a 115-114 loss to the Orlando Magic.
Dubs surprise in OT as Curry says, 'Keep going'
Fri, 6 Mar 2026 17:02:32 ESTIn the hours leading up to the Warriors' overtime win in Houston on Thursday night, their absent superstar, Stephen Curry, sent their remaining big name, Draymond Green, a text message of encouragement.
Judge rules Beasley owes $1M to former agency
Fri, 6 Mar 2026 17:02:32 ESTA federal judge in New York issued a $1 million civil judgment against NBA free agent Malik Beasley in a contract dispute with his former agency.
🏀 NBA All-Contract Team: Playoff contenders?
Fri, 6 Mar 2026 17:02:32 ESTCould a roster built with only the best contracts in the league -- no max or rookie deals allowed -- reach the playoffs?
As a 'mysterious' illness sidelines Kristaps Porzingis, the Warriors reckon with the future
Fri, 6 Mar 2026 07:18:26 ESTThe Warriors traded for Porzingis on Feb. 4. He made his debut on Feb. 19 and has not played since.
Nine big questions for the nine top freshmen in the 2026 NBA draft
Fri, 6 Mar 2026 10:51:13 ESTWhat key questions remain for Cameron Boozer, Darryn Peterson and seven other top freshmen in the 2026 draft class?
'The Hoop Collective': Best quotes, latest intel from Windhorst's podcast
Fri, 6 Mar 2026 10:51:13 ESTBrian, Vincent Goodwill and King McClure break down draft prospects, including the battle to be No. 1 pick.
Risers and fallers: Sheppard, Achiuwa moving up; Vucevic, DeRozan sliding down
Fri, 6 Mar 2026 14:17:29 ESTShould fantasy basketball managers keep players like Nikola Vucevic, Miles Bridges and others?