NBA bans Raptors' Porter for violating gaming rules The NBA has banned Jontay Porter for life games after completing an investigation into gambling allegations against the former Toronto Raptors' two-way player.
Heat G Butler injures knee in play-in loss Miami guard Jimmy Butler says he will need an MRI on his right knee after he was injured in the first half of the Heat's play-in tournament loss to the 76ers.
Mitchell ready to make second playoff run with Cavs Donovan Mitchell understands what's at stake — all of it. In the weeks ahead, his reputation, his stature among the NBA's stars, maybe even his future with Cleveland, is on the line.
Bucks' Lillard makes progress with adductor issue before the start of playoffs Damian Lillard took a small step forward Wednesday in his bid to be ready for the start of the Milwaukee Bucks' Eastern Conference first-round playoff series with the Indiana Pacers.
Clippers preparing to have Leonard for Game 1 against Mavericks Kawhi Leonard has yet to practice five-on-five with the Los Angeles Clippers as they prepare to face the Dallas Mavericks in the first round of the playoffs.
Report: Williamson (hamstring) out for Friday Play-In game New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson will miss Friday's must-win Play-In Tournament game against the Sacramento Kings with a hamstring injury, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. The Athletic's Shams Charania reports Williamson will be evaluated in two weeks.
Embiid, 76ers beat Heat to earn No. 7 seed; face Knicks Joel Embiid showed why Philadelphia always has a shot at a long postseason run as long as he’s in the lineup.
White scores career-high 42 as Bulls roll past Hawks Coby White scored a career-high 42 points, and the Chicago Bulls advanced in the play-in tournament, knocking out the Atlanta Hawks with a 131-116 victory on Wednesday night.
Lewenberg: NBA making an example of Porter to try and ensure this never happens again TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg joins SportsCentre to share his reaction to the news that Jontay Porter has been banned from the NBA after an investigation revealed he had disclosed confidential information to bettors, and discuss if there could be any additional fallout from the situation. play-btn-vid 3:04
How the alleged Jontay Porter gambling scandal got exposed ESPN's Joe Fortenbaugh reacts to Jontay Porter being banned from the NBA for gambling violations. play-btn-vid 1:49
Ujiri: Raptors are not at a point where they can pick and choose draft choice According to Raptors president Masai Ujiri, any draft pick for the team will come down to the best talent available. Ujiri also said that the plan is to continue to be patient and develop the core group of players, whether they get a high pick this year or next. play-btn-vid 4:29
'It's a secret': Ujiri teases plans for Raptors to honour Vince Carter's HOF achievement Raptors president Masai Ujiri was asked whether or not the organization plans to honour Vince Carter for his Hall of Fame induction and he teased that there are plans, but it is being kept close to the vest. play-btn-vid 1:12
Woj: Zion injury is 'devastating news' for Pelicans Adrian Wojnarowski reports on Zion Williamson being out for the Pelicans' play-in game vs. the Kings. play-btn-vid 0:53
Stephen A.: Change is coming for the Warriors Stephen A. Smith lays out the issues facing the Warriors after they lost to the Kings in the play-in tournament. play-btn-vid 3:14
Legler: Klay Thompson has been exposed the past two postseasons Tim Legler details the Warriors' problems after Klay Thompson's struggles in Tuesday's loss to the Kings. play-btn-vid 0:55
Stephen A.: Lakers better show up vs. the Nuggets Stephen A. Smith calls out the Lakers for their recent woes against the Nuggets ahead of their upcoming playoff matchup. play-btn-vid 3:06
Joel Embiid gets surprised with his Team USA jersey by Grant Hill Grant Hill, the managing director of the United States men's basketball team, surprises Joel Embiid with his jersey for the 2024 Olympics. 0:46
Celtics have been NBA's most dominant team but only a championship will make season complete Bottom line, the Celtics know this franchise is judged by championships. And for the buckets of success this year’s team has had, it will mean nothing if it doesn’t end with the raising of its 18th championship banner to TD Garden’s rafters.
Warriors lobby for Thompson's return after play-in loss Thompson didn't speak after the game, but at shootaround seven hours before tipoff, he said it wasn't difficult to keep the thoughts of free agency out of his mind as he finished the season. - Kendra Andrews
Lakers ready for Nuggets rematch as Ham rejects talk of alternative path Despite the inherent risk in the second scenario, there was talk on various sports media programming in the days leading up to the Pelicans game that playing the second-seeded Nuggets would mean certain elimination, so the Lakers would be better off throwing Tuesday's game in New Orleans. It was a notion that left Lakers coach Darvin Ham apoplectic after his team staved off a late push by the Pelicans to advance. - Dave McMenamin
Kings eliminate Warriors from play-in tournament Keegan Murray scored 32 points, De'Aaron Fox added 24 and the Sacramento Kings stayed alive in the play-in tournament, eliminating the Golden State Warriors with a 118-94 victory on Tuesday night.
James, Lakers top Pelicans; face Nuggets in Round 1 LeBron James had 23 points, nine assists and nine rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers secured a playoff berth with a 110-106 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans in the Western Conference play-in tournament on Tuesday night.
Barnes’ third-year development helps take sting out of Raptors’ lost season Toronto’s disappointing season came to a merciful conclusion with Sunday afternoon’s loss to Miami, but Scottie Barnes' development gave Raptors fans something to look forward to, writes Josh Lewenberg. - Josh Lewenberg
Are the top-seeded Thunder the real deal in the West? The NBA postseason starts tonight, with the play-in tournament starting in the West. First Take has a closer at the top-seeded Thunder and their chances of making it all the way. 2:59
Rajakovic's positivity carries Raptors through adversity Most fans would describe the Toronto Raptors' 2023-24 season as tumultuous, even chaotic, with a series of trades significantly remaking the roster and then a raft of injuries and other issues directly contributing to a 15-game losing skid.
Rajakovic tasked with taking Raptors to the next step after difficult first year No one would've predicted the rocky season the Raptors faced this year, but head coach Darko Rajakovic is proud of the team's 'togetherness' through all the ups and downs. Josh Lewenberg has more on the next steps for the team and their head coach. play-btn-vid 1:10
Rajakovic looks back at first season as Raptors' bench boss Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic spoke to the media for the final time this season, and said that he understands that while it was a tough season, there is a bigger picture. Rajakovic also spoke about Scottie Barnes' development in his injury shortened season, what he learned in his first season as a head coach in the NBA and more. play-btn-vid 34:56
Despite tough season, Raps' Rajakovic keeps big picture in mind Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic discussed the adjustment to coaching a team with a losing record, and the importance of keeping big picture goals through it all, and joked that the next step in his development as a coach this summer is to get some sleep. play-btn-vid 2:00
Leadership comes so naturally for me: Barnes discusses positives he took from season Scottie Barnes said the most difficult part of the season was not being able to be on the floor to help his team but stated that his growth as a leader has come naturally for him, which is a positive that can be taken from a season in transition. Barnes also spoke about his relationship with coach Darko Rajakovic and how his hand is recovering. 13:04
'He looks like a completely different player': Poeltl praises Dick's development Jakob Poeltl admitted he went through a frustrating season, mostly due to injuries, but despite the disappointing end to the year, the Raptors' centre spoka about the positive signs he saw from a young team. Poeltl also touched on the growth of Gradey Dick as the season went along. 4:54