NBA reviewing final bids for Las Vegas expansion team, with winning owner expected soon
Three finalist groups are bidding $12-13 billion for the Las Vegas expansion franchise, a record price that would signal the league's expansion economics.
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Knicks remain undecided on White House visit after NBA title
New York is still internally discussing whether to become the first NBA champion to visit the White House under President Donald Trump.
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J.R. Smith arrested in Texas on family violence assault charge
The two-time NBA champion was booked on a charge of assault causing bodily injury family violence and remains in a Texas jail.
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LeBron James confirms he would have joined Knicks if New York had not won the title
James told ESPN he envisioned signing with New York as a free agent this summer but changed course after the Knicks won the championship.
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Clippers apologize to fans and vow to move past Kawhi Leonard cap investigation
Los Angeles opened media day by apologizing after the NBA levied stiff penalties in a salary cap circumvention case.
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Clippers' Brandon Ingram to miss start of season with heel surgery, Achilles tear
The newly acquired forward's injury is a major early blow for a Clippers roster rebuilt around the Kawhi Leonard trade.
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Zion Williamson says he is 'not where I want to be' entering eighth NBA season
The Pelicans forward offered a blunt assessment of his career so far as he enters his eighth season in New Orleans.
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Charles Barkley plans to step back from public life and leave Inside the NBA
The Hall of Famer revealed plans to exit the ESPN studio show and retreat from the public eye, drawing mixed reaction around the league.
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NBA referees to emphasize off-arm push-off violations in 2026-27
The officiating point of emphasis follows Jaylen Brown drawing 10 playoff fouls and is expected to affect how stars create separation.
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Jayson Tatum says he feels explosive and comfortable leading new-look Celtics
Tatum takes over a Boston roster rebuilt after Jaylen Brown was traded to Philadelphia, and says his Achilles recovery is behind him.
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Anthony Davis to defer Wizards extension talks until after the season
Davis said he plans to finish the season in Washington before deciding on a potential contract extension, quieting trade speculation.
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Karl-Anthony Towns pushes for Knicks extension: 'I want to play here'
Towns has one year and a player option left on his deal and said he wants to sign an extension to stay in New York.
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Nikola Jokic says he will sign Nuggets extension next summer
The three-time MVP left little doubt about his Denver future, saying he plans to re-sign when the extension is offered.
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Cooper Flagg rookie debut patch card sells for record $8.04M
The one-of-one card sale sets a new high for basketball memorabilia and reflects Flagg's market value entering the season.
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Tyrese Haliburton cleared for return with no restrictions after Achilles tear
The Pacers guard said he is ready to go after missing more than a year, as Indiana looks to bounce back.
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Warriors GM explains decision to pass on LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo
Mike Dunleavy detailed why Golden State declined to pursue the two stars, a notable choice in a summer of major player movement.
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Anthony Edwards shifts off point guard duties as Timberwolves add LaMelo Ball
Minnesota's backcourt overhaul moves Edwards off the ball and hands playmaking to Ball after Mike Conley's exit.
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Dylan Harper says he will not accept a bench role with Spurs
The San Antonio guard made a bold claim about his role then quickly backtracked from what he called a political answer.
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