Live updates as Lakers host Spurs; Thunder on to Las Vegas
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 19:16:38 ESTThe NBA Cup quarterfinals continue Wednesday night, when the Oklahoma City Thunder square off with the Phoenix Suns and the San Antonio Spurs take on Los Angeles Lakers. Follow along for live updates.
OKC rolls again, ties 73-win Dubs with 24-1 start
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:30:45 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.
Suns' Allen ejected after shoving OKC's Holmgren
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:30:45 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.
Curry (thigh) expected to return Fri. vs. Wolves
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:30:45 ESTWarriors star Stephen Curry, who has missed the past five games because of a bruised thigh, is expected to return Friday against the Wolves.
Sources: Lakers using regular court in NBA Cup QF
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:30:45 ESTThe Lakers will host the Spurs on their standard court in the NBA Cup quarterfinals Wednesday, rather than their bright yellow alternative Cup court, which had been flagged for its slippery surface, sources told ESPN.
Mavs' Lively to have season-ending foot surgery
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:30:45 ESTMavericks center Dereck Lively II will undergo season-ending surgery on his right foot to address lingering discomfort, the team announced Wednesday.
Knicks, closer to an identity, reach NBA Cup semis
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:30:45 ESTThe Knicks advanced to the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas with a convincing 117-101 victory over the Raptors on Tuesday night, their eighth victory in nine games.
👀 Everything Shams is hearing on trade season
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:30:44 ESTAs NBA trade season nears, the futures of Anthony Davis and Giannis Antetokounmpo are in focus. Here's everything we're hearing.
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
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.
NBA Power Rankings: What is each team's biggest weakness?
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 09:29:09 ESTNBA insiders break down the latest Power Rankings, evaluating all 30 teams as the Emirates NBA Cup heats up.
The East race is unpredictable. These five players could help decide where it's headed
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 09:29:08 ESTVincent Goodwill examines five wild-card players who could impact the East race.
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.
'The Hoop Collective': The best quotes and latest intel from Windhorst's podcast
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:39:57 ESTFrom breaking news to the latest intel from around the NBA, here are the biggest highlights from Brian Windhorst's "The Hoop Collective" podcast.
Everything we know about the Heat's trade for Terry Rozier
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 09:49:54 ESTRozier was traded to Miami in 2024 without any investigation being disclosed.
'It's an advantage': How post-ups became the NBA's most efficient play
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 11:13:34 ESTIn the tool belt of big men such as Porzingis and Wembanyama, the play has seen a resurgence that reflects how basketball has changed -- and will keep changing.
Should you expect LeBron's numbers to improve after slow start?
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:59:22 ESTAndre Snellings digs into the numbers and explains what has to happen for LeBron to get back on track, and what the chances are of that happening this season.
Pickups: Ryan Nembhard, Quentin Grimes among players to add
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:59:22 ESTThere are available players who can help fill holes on your roster. Here are the ones to add for this week.