Westbrook wants to carry torch for L.A. Olympics
Retired NBA player and Olympic gold medal winner Russell Westbrook said he wants to carry the torch when his native Los Angeles hosts the 2028 Games.
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Haliburton hopes to mend fences with Lillard
Tyrese Haliburton said he wishes his relationship with Damian Lillard could be repaired after the Pacers star stole Lillard's Dame Time celebration during the 2023 in-season tournament.
Knicks tabling Towns, Hart contract talks
The Knicks have said they are tabling contract extension talks with Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart "until later in the season and will remain solely focused on preparing for the start of the season."
Embiid calls himself ‘easy target’ in wake of ‘not true’ LeBron report
Joel Embiid said a recent report about LeBron James getting on him about being late to practice "is not true" and caused him to wonder why he was targeted.
Duren, Pistons need each other -- for better or worse
After agreeing to a five-year, $200 million deal, how will Duren and Detroit move forward after a monthslong saga?
Bucks entering uncertain new era as they adjust to life without Antetokounmpo
The Bucks undoubtedly will have a tougher time winning without Giannis Antetokounmpo. Most preseason projections have the Bucks finishing at or near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings.
LeBron plays first half in debut for 76ers, scores 10 points with five assists
LeBron James made his first appearance with his new team Thursday night, getting started on the expected final stop in his career.
Addition of Anderson a long time coming for Raptors
Kyle Anderson was destined to become a member of the Toronto Raptors. After a number of near-unions between player and team, the veteran forward finally came aboard this offseason. Josh Lewenberg looks at why the fit should be a good one.
SGA buys stake in Atletico
Jonathan David is no longer the only Canadian flavour at Atletico. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has joined the team’s ownership group, the La Liga giants announced on Thursday.
Sources: 76ers plan to play starters in preseason game vs. Nets
The 76ers plan to play their starters Thursday against the Nets, sources told ESPN.
Trail Blazers' Dundon says he intends to bring title to Portland
New Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon told season-ticket holders he intends to bring a championship to Portland.
Raptors in need of centre help? The biggest hole on all 30 rosters
Every NBA team is missing something, even the leading title contenders.
Pacers’ Haliburton scores seven points in first NBA game action in more than 16 months
Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton scored seven points during his 16 minutes of action against the Wolves on Wednesday. It was his first game in more than 16 months, as Haliburton was recovering from a torn Achilles.
Buss siblings formally file case against Jeanie over Lakers sale
The five Buss siblings attempting to sell the family's remaining shares in the Lakers officially filed their case against acting governor Jeanie Buss.
Breen apologizes after LeBron refutes Embiid story
Broadcaster Mike Breen apologized Wednesday for the reaction to a story he shared about LeBron James calling out Joel Embiid for showing up late, a story James has since disputed.
Raptors straw poll: Who will benefit most from playing with Kawhi?
There’s more than one right answer, which is why four different players received votes in Josh Lewenberg’s poll of 10 members of the Raptors’ coaching staff and front office.
EuroLeague teams reject NBA offer to merge into a single Europe operation
EuroLeague basketball owners have rejected a formal offer from the NBA to merge into a single European operation following a meeting in Italy, Barcelona confirmed Wednesday.
Report: Euroleague teams reject offer to merge into NBA Europe
Members of the Euroleague rejected a formal offer from the NBA this week to merge and create a single NBA Europe operation, sources told ESPN.
76ers lose backup C Hukporti to torn Achilles
The 76ers' thin frontcourt took a big blow Tuesday after an MRI confirmed backup center Ariel Hukporti suffered a torn right Achilles.
Kawhi feeling good, taking it slow as he ramps up for Raptors’ season
Kawhi Leonard was on court again Tuesday in Toronto and told reporters after the team’s session that he’s feeling good as he ramps up toward his pre-season debut.
‘Feeling really good’: Poeltl entering new season optimistic about back, Raptors’ roster
After a summer recuperating and training in his native Austria, Jakob Poeltl said at media day last week that his back is feeling good heading into the new season.
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