Can the Lakers solve their Deandre Ayton dilemma? Why the stakes are high for both sides
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:24:06 ESTAyton and the Lakers are entering the most crucial stretch of the season. The question is: Will he accept the role they desperately need him to play?
SGA cleared to return for short-handed Thunder
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:18:36 ESTShai Gilgeous-Alexander, who missed the Thunder's past nine games because of an abdominal strain, will be available Friday against the Nuggets.
Chris Bosh: 'Lucky to be alive' after health scare
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:18:36 ESTChris Bosh said that he's "lucky to be alive" after a recent health scare that resulted in him waking up "covered in my own blood."
Hawks plan Magic City night to honor 'institution'
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:18:36 ESTThe Hawks are paying tribute to Magic City, Atlanta's famed strip club, with a promotional night planned for March 16.
Gibson, 40, agrees to 2-year deal with Grizzlies
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:18:36 ESTFree agent Taj Gibson has agreed to a two-year deal to join the Memphis Grizzlies, his representative Mark Bartelstein of Priority Sports told ESPN's Shams Charania.
Edwards, Bane fined $25K each for ball heaves
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:18:36 ESTThe NBA fined Anthony Edwards and Desmond Bane $25,000 each for throwing the ball into the stands in recent games.
Harden sits after X-rays show right thumb fracture
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:18:36 ESTThe Cavaliers ruled out guard James Harden for Wednesday night's game at Milwaukee after he suffered a non-displaced fracture in his right thumb Tuesday against the Knicks.
🏀 Kobe, MJ and the black mamba's secret history
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:18:36 ESTIn late 2002, Nike began creating a global campaign featuring the black mamba -- and presented it to an NBA superstar. That star was not Kobe Bryant.
Don't be surprised if ... Randle finishes in top 10, Nembhard in top 50
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:31:09 ESTEric Karabell forecasts what to expect from notable players such as Julius Randle, LaMelo Ball and more.
NBA Power Rankings: Will the Wolves rise? Where all 30 teams land after All-Star break
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 19:26:18 ESTNBA insiders break down where all 30 teams land coming out of the All-Star break.
What's next for the NBA's 10 worst teams: Evaluating draft, free agency and trade options
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 07:24:33 ESTOur NBA insiders break down the biggest questions for 10 lottery-bound teams after the trade deadline and ahead of the draft.
NBA Futures: Thunder, Nuggets, Spurs title favorites; Cunningham making MVP charge
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:15:52 ESTThe Thunder, Nuggets and Spurs have the top odds to win the NBA championship, while Cade Cunningham's MVP odds continue to get shorter.
We predicted the 12-man USA basketball roster in the 2028 Olympics
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:31:39 ESTHere's what the squad that will go up against a competitive international slate could look like.
USA Basketball's road to 2028: New era, new coach, new decisions
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:31:39 ESTWith Los Angeles 2028 up next on the Olympic calendar, what lies ahead for USA Basketball?