Canadian Edey’s oft-injured ankle the key to Grizzlies’ latest rebuilding project
Zach Edey stands out in any crowd at 7-foot-4 and is spinning the scales to the 300-pound line.
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Raptors sign G Shead to three-year, $24M extension
Raptors guard Jamal Shead has agreed to a three-year, $24 million contract extension with the franchise, his agent, KJ Smith, told ESPN.
76ers’ Nurse sits atop list of coaches facing most pressure to win
Which coaches could face the most scrutiny this season? Ben Golliver examines what lies ahead for five with Finals aspirations.
Raptors’ Poeltl hopes to put back injury behind him
After last season became a lost season for Jakob Poeltl, any discussion about the veteran centre turns into an indictment of his contract. But as the only player taller than 6-foot-9 on the roster, the Raptors know they'll need Poeltl to recapture his form. Josh Lewenberg has more from training camp.
Report: Canadian Ryan Nembhard, Nuggets reach two-way deal
The Denver Nuggets and Canadian guard Ryan Nembhard have reached a two-way deal, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The 23-year-old from Aurora, Ont., was waived by the Charlotte Hornets last week.
Barnes says Raptors expectations haven’t changed, but goals have
When Kawhi Leonard returned to the Toronto Raptors, expectations around the team grew exponentially. Suddenly a deep post-season run was in reach. But for all-star Scottie Barnes, expectations within the organization have remained the same over his five seasons in Toronto.
Jordan’s Game 3 ‘Last Dance’ jersey sells for record-breaking $12.26M
A highly valued piece from the Chicago Bulls’ “Last Dance” run has sold for a record price.
Suns’ Brooks charged with DUI from March arrest
Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks was charged Monday with driving under the influence following his March arrest in Scottsdale, Arizona, according to court records.
Raptors’ spacing a storyline to watch for as NBA camps begin
As training camps get underway across the league, Bobby Marks examines roster, contract and fit questions for all 30 teams.
NBA issues new guidelines, instructs refs to crack down on push-offs
The NBA has issued new guidance to its referees on four types of "high-volume and highly impactful" calls, including push-offs.
Kessler talks up Lakers' title hopes behind 'nasty' defense
New addition Walker Kessler is convinced the Lakers have the right guys to be "a nasty defensive team" and a contender in the Western Conference this season
76ers try to stay cool as LeBron brings extra attention to start of season
The answers Anfernee Simons gamely tried to offer about the first day of 76ers training camp were suddenly drowned out by the furious whirring overhead of a helicopter leaving the team’s complex. LeBron James' helicopter
Sources: NBA reviewing bids from three finalists for Vegas team
The NBA is expected to select the winning bid for owner of the Vegas expansion team from among three finalist groups: Nancy Walton Laurie and Bill Laurie; Steve Apostolopoulos and Marc Lasry; and Bill Foley and Jerry Colangelo.
Thompson, even with his legacy secure, has plenty of motivation entering first season with Heat
Klay Thompson’s legacy was secured long ago. He was part of four championship teams with Golden State, is one of the best shooters the NBA has ever seen, holds the league’s single-game record for 3-pointers made and is surely headed to the Basketball Hall of Fame. He wants more.
Barrett willing to wait and see on contract extension with Raptors
RJ Barrett smiled when he heard a question about his contract extension at Toronto Raptors media day, because he knew it was coming.
Knicks coach says NBA champions still discussing if they will visit White House
The New York Knicks are still deciding if they will become the first NBA champions to visit the White House under President Donald Trump, coach Mike Brown said Tuesday.
Ex-NBA champ JR Smith arrested on assault charge in Texas
Former NBA champion JR Smith was arrested Monday in Texas on a charge of assault causing "bodily injury family violence."
Bronny James unbothered by father LeBron's departure, eager to be his own man with younger Lakers
Bronny is still with the Los Angeles Lakers after his 41-year-old father’s departure for the Philadelphia 76ers. The younger James enters his third NBA season this week still working to win a rotation role with the team that drafted him in 2024 in the family’s adopted hometown.
Kawhi-Barnes pairing a home run? Will LeBron fit Philly? Answering big questions for all 30 teams
From LeBron James' fit in Philadelphia to Kawhi Leonard's return to Toronto, we're answering the biggest preseason questions for all 30 teams.
‘I love this game’: Simmons rejects NBA criticism
A revitalised Ben Simmons has called "bull----" on critics who claim the reason he sat out the last NBA season is because he doesn't love basketball.
Edwards is all smiles after a position switch, fun summer with T-Wolves teammates
The burden the Minnesota Timberwolves placed on Anthony Edwards last season was palpable, with a hamstring injury early and trouble with both knees late that limited him to a career-low 61 games.
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