Slam dunks, global games, emerging stars: The biggest takeaways from All-Star Weekend
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Dame claims 3rd title; Johnson wins dunk contest
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 19:08:17 ESTDamian Lillard, nine months after undergoing surgery on his torn Achilles, won his third All-Star 3-point contest to tie with Larry Bird and Craig Hodges for the most ever.
Silver considering all fixes for NBA's tanking issue
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 19:08:17 ESTNBA commissioner Adam Silver called tanking the worst it has been in "recent memory" and said he's not ruling out any potential remedy, including taking away draft picks, to stop overt tanking.
Wemby vows to set competitive tone at ASG
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 19:08:17 ESTSpurs big man Victor Wembanyama vowed to bring a competitive spirit to Sunday's NBA All-Star Game.
Suns agree to deal with free agent Highsmith
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 19:08:17 ESTFree agent Haywood Highsmith has agreed to a multiyear deal with the Phoenix Suns, his agent Jerry Dianis told ESPN on Saturday.
76ers' Edgecombe named MVP in Rising Stars win
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 19:08:17 ESTPhiladelphia rookie VJ Edgecombe led Team Vince to victory in the Rising Stars event at NBA All-Star Weekend.
Paul announces NBA retirement after 21 seasons
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 19:08:17 ESTChris Paul announced his retirement from the NBA via a social media post Friday. Paul had previously said he would retire at the end of this season, his 21st NBA campaign.
Free agent Beasley to play for Bad Bunny in P.R.
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 19:08:17 ESTFree agent Malik Beasley has signed a deal to play in Puerto Rico for Grammy Award-winning artist Bad Bunny's team, Santurce Crabbers, both parties told ESPN's Shams Charania on Friday.
LeBron oldest with triple-double in NBA history
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 19:08:17 ESTLeBron James broke a record held by Karl Malone by posting a triple-double in the Lakers' win over the Mavericks.
🏀 Pick a U.S. team for the NBA All-Star Game
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 19:08:17 ESTIn this year's NBA All-Star Game, the U.S. is taking on the World -- or at least its best hoops talent. This is your chance to build a team that can win this first-of-its-kind event.
Beyond dunking: Mac McClung's quest for full NBA roster status
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:40:08 ESTJumping over cars -- and Shaq -- wins fans but doesn't translate into the talents recruiters want to see
The language of basketball: How international NBA players think about the game
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 23:27:37 ESTFor many of today's NBA All-Stars, English is their second language, and that impacts how they think about the game.
Inspired by Stephen Curry, 'GOAT' aims to be the ultimate underdog story
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 17:16:30 ESTDirector Tyree Dillihay breaks down the film -- plus a guide to every NBA and WNBA player in it.
Inside the ugly Chris Paul-Clippers divorce -- and a season on the brink of disaster
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 17:17:06 ESTA future Hall of Famer at the end of his career, looking for one final ride. Here's why the Chris Paul-Clippers reunion was doomed.
Six big questions on the East playoff race: Does James Harden make the Cavs the favorites?
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:33:47 ESTSo long, trade deadline. It's time for the push to the NBA Finals. Here's how we see the top of the Eastern Conference and what we're watching.
NBA Power Rankings: Where all 30 teams land heading into All-Star Weekend
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:48:30 ESTWhere do all 30 teams stand after the trade deadline and heading into the 2026 NBA All-Star weekend?