Michael Jordan's 1998 Finals "Last Dance" jersey sells for record $14 million
The private sale of the autographed red road jersey from Game 2 of the 1998 NBA Finals sets a new record for a game-worn basketball jersey, trailing only Babe R
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Kyrie Irving returns after 586 days, scores 17 in Mavericks China preseason game
Irving's first game since a 2025 ACL injury comes during the NBA China Games, where he also drew attention for mentoring teammate Cooper Flagg.
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Warriors' Kristaps Porzingis remains away from team with no return timeline
Golden State has no timeline for the veteran center, who is dealing with an undisclosed illness while away from the team.
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LeBron James' health concerns loom before first 76ers season
James begins a record 24th season in Philadelphia, where his conditioning and health are drawing scrutiny.
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Cooper Flagg's rise headlines NBA China Games with Mavericks
Flagg's evolving game and leadership in China have fueled talk of a franchise-savior ceiling in Dallas.
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud avoids serious injury, reevaluated in two weeks
Sacramento's second-year center has a patellar subluxation in his right knee that initially looked worse after he left a preseason game in a wheelchair.
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Knicks table Karl-Anthony Towns extension talks until later in season
Towns said the Knicks' decision to pause all extension negotiations was "news to me" and expressed disappointment.
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NBA introduces new lottery rules aimed at curbing tanking
The changes are expected to alter on-court incentives for teams jockeying for draft position this season.
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Warriors' Brandin Podziemski reacts to $110M contract extension
The Golden State guard sent a message to the organization after signing a reported $110 million extension.
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Cavaliers' Jarrett Allen addresses trade rumors: "disappointed"
The Cleveland center issued a strong statement on persistent trade speculation surrounding him.
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NBA bumps 76ers national TV games from six or seven to 10 after LeBron decision
The league increased Philadelphia's national television appearances following James' move to the 76ers.
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Kings to decide on Ben Simmons after one preseason game
Sacramento will evaluate the veteran guard's fit after a single exhibition appearance as he returns to the NBA.
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KCP says 76ers' success hinges on chemistry and players liking each other
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope said Philadelphia's diverse personalities must mesh for the team to succeed this season.
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Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton returns to full practice after injury
Indiana offered positive but limited information on the star guard's injury status as he resumed full practice.
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Warriors' Steve Kerr reveals potential starting five for Lakers season opener
Golden State's coach outlined a likely starting lineup ahead of the regular-season opener against Los Angeles.
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Lakers' Walker Kessler nears preseason debut after full practice
The Lakers center is closing in on his preseason debut after a full practice as he manages a finger injury.
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Knicks, Spurs, Thunder top NBC Sports' 2026-27 NBA power rankings
The championship-tier power rankings place New York, San Antonio and Oklahoma City in the top three spots entering the season.
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Mavericks say Kyrie Irving staying, amid rival trade rumors
Dallas dismissed trade speculation around Irving, who said he is focused on mentoring Cooper Flagg.
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