NBA execs, agents react to Lakers selling for $12.5 billion
After the stunning sale, ESPN spoke to more than a dozen NBA sources to find out why, what it could mean for the league and more. Here's what they said.
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Doc Rivers says HOF speech 'has nothing to do with you'
Doc Rivers wound up learning during the trial-and-error process of speechwriting was that the words he will say in entering the Hall of Fame aren't going to be about him.
Westbrook retires: His NBA legacy after 18 electric seasons
Westbrook revived the triple-double, but what is his true legacy? ESPN NBA insiders examine a thrilling, tireless and polarizing Hall of Fame career.
Nine-time All-Star Westbrook retires after 18 NBA seasons
One of the game’s greatest point guards is hanging them up. Russell Westbrook announced his retirement after 18 seasons on Wednesday.
Raptors grouped with Magic, Bucks, Pistons and Nets in NBA Cup
The Toronto Raptors will open their 2026 NBA Cup schedule against the Orlando Magic in a matchup of two group winners.
Report: Josh Kushner, Bob Iger to buy Lakers for $12.5B
The Lakers are being sold to American businessman Josh Kushner and Bob Iger for over $12 billion, a record-breaking price, multiple sources told ESPN.
Curry still on track to finish career with Warriors, GM says
Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy expressed confidence once again that Stephen Curry -- who is on an expiring deal this season -- will remain with the Warriors until he retires.
Champion Knicks to face Sixers, LeBron in NBA opening night tripleheader
The NBA announced its opening week, Christmas Day and Martin Luther King Jr. Day games on Tuesday, leading with a tripleheader on Oct. 20.
Flagg’s one-of-one rookie card found in Rhode Island
Cooper Flagg's coveted one-of-one numbered rookie debut patch autograph card was found in Rhode Island on Monday night.
Raptors title hopes hinge on how Kawhi saga ends
What hurdles could the top 10 contenders in the NBA face during the 2026-27 season? Our NBA insiders break it down.
Panathinaikos made Jokic 'serious' offer; to try again in '27
The owner of Panathinaikos Basketball Club in Athens, Greece, says he tried to buy Nikola Jokic out of his NBA contract for next season and believes he can sign the three-time MVP when he becomes a free agent next summer.
Report: Simmons set for Australia national team minicamp
Free agent forward Ben Simmons is expected to be a full participant with "zero restrictions" at a player-led private minicamp for the Australian men's basketball team in Melbourne, a source told ESPN Andscape.
Nelson, second winningest coach in NBA history, dies at 86
Don Nelson, the second winningest coach in NBA history and a five-time champion as a player, died at the age of 86 on Sunday.
Bucks’ Herro not worrying about contract status as he begins new chapter with hometown team
Milwaukee Bucks guard Tyler Herro said Saturday he isn’t dwelling on his contract status and what that means for his future now that he’s joined his hometown team.
Canadian Clarke died from effects of heroin and cocaine, authorities say
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke died in May from the effects of heroin and cocaine, authorities said Friday. The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner said the 29-year-old basketball player’s death was accidental.
Misdemeanor gun charge against Harden dismissed by Texas judge
A misdemeanor gun charge against All-Star Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden in Texas has been dismissed after he completed an alternative resolution program allowing him to avoid a criminal record, court records show.
Updates on Harden, DeRozan, Westbrook, Beal and other remaining NBA free agents
Jalen Duren, James Harden and others remain in flux as the 2026-27 season draws closer.
Report: Leonard had undisclosed sponsorship deal with Daktronics
Kawhi Leonard had an undisclosed sponsorship agreement allegedly worth millions of dollars with the company that designed the Clippers' videoboard, Pablo Torre reported on his podcast Thursday.
76ers’ Gansey says Embiid is healthy, ‘extra motivated’
Joel Embiid is healthy and "extra motivated" with LeBron James and Jaylen Brown now on his side, according to 76ers president of basketball operations Mike Gansey.
Brown says trade to Sixers has been ‘crazy transition’
Jaylen Brown said he was disappointed with the Celtics' communication with him before he was traded him to the Sixers, but his focus now is on winning and fitting in with his new team.
Report: Davis, Wizards table contract talks until season starts
The Wizards and Anthony Davis' agent, Rich Paul, have decided to wait on talks for a potential extension until after the season starts, sources told ESPN.
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