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League discussions about adopting European-style 40-minute games have drawn commissioner Adam Silver into a public backlash over player workload and injuries.

Sivan and Patrick Dumont purchased Miriam Adelson's shares last month, consolidating ownership control of the Dallas franchise.

Toronto announced the veteran forward finished treatment for left knee swelling and is starting his return-to-play progression.

Deputy commissioner Mark Tatum cited the removal of a military-backed team from the Basketball Africa League as evidence the league has adapted to shifting U.S. policy toward Rwanda.

The Lakers star's claim about offseason training drew support from Stephen A. Smith as analysts and the league debate the systemic injury issue.

Oklahoma City added backcourt depth as it manages an injury-plagued roster early in the season.

Updated championship and MVP markets reflect early-season movement, with Doncic at the front of the MVP race two weeks in.

Rival front offices are tracking the Suns star as Denver, Miami and Phoenix draw early-season concern.

The league overturned the technical assessed to the Lakers star in Monday's win over Miami.

Two weeks into the season, ranking updates place Houston and Philadelphia near the top while New York slides.

Miami's rough start has revived chatter about the Heat center's future amid broader trade-vulture speculation.

The Charlotte forward returns from a hamstring injury for his first game of the season.

Philadelphia continues managing the veteran center's workload as it opens a matchup with Detroit.

A reported push by New York's owner over the traditional championship visit has drawn player resistance.

Golden State's owner praised the rookie forward as analysts debate his early Rookie of the Year standing.

Dallas' young star is taking on a larger leadership role early in his career, drawing comparisons with Victor Wembanyama.

Cleveland visits Oklahoma City with both teams managing notable availability questions.

Pritchard's shoulder issue leaves Boston in doubt as it prepares for Milwaukee.

Police are seeking suspects in the assault of a San Antonio fan following a Finals game in New York.

Oklahoma City's early-season absences, including Chet Holmgren, have reshaped its rotation.

Houston and Minnesota both listed multiple players on their injury reports before Wednesday's game.

The former lottery pick and champion is working to earn his way back to the league after falling to the G League.

Denver and Toronto head into their meeting with a lengthy list of unavailable and questionable players.

New York lost a key starter to injury as it prepared to host Chicago.

Indiana updated its injury report ahead of a matchup with Memphis, listing Haliburton's final status.

The Lakers star said he does not take his years of competition with Curry for granted, as fellow stars weighed in on all-time debates.

The league again scheduled no games on Election Day while other U.S. sports leagues operated as usual.

New Orleans and Utah both weighed availability questions before their Wednesday meeting.

Brooklyn is reportedly seeking significant value for its veteran pieces as it reshapes the roster.

The longest-tenured San Antonio starter has evolved into the team's steadying presence.

Sacramento's early struggles have fueled roster speculation around the young guard and its rotation.

Orlando's stars addressed the team's winless home start.

Detroit's center is recovering from a hamstring strain with an uncertain return date.

An insider dampened speculation linking the Warriors' Porzingis situation to a Utah trade for Markkanen.

Bobby Marks selected a roster of players whose contract decisions could shape the trade deadline and summer of 2027.

Chicago's early record is drawing scrutiny over whether its style of play is sustainable.

The report rounds up leaguewide absences and replacement options as the season's third week begins.

Boston reshuffled its developmental plans, with a forward heading overseas as young players face pressure to improve.

The league outlined how the lottery works as draft boards took shape with college basketball starting.

Cleveland is honoring its 2016 championship run with a series of anniversary events.