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A growing number of star absences has revived debate over the league's schedule and offseason ramp-up.

The reversal brings Doncic back to one technical on the season after a 42-point night in a 138-117 win.

Toronto said Leonard will miss at least another week while he ramps back up following treatment for left knee swelling.

A proposal to cut game length from 48 to 40 minutes drew immediate backlash from fans and analysts.

The commentator's criticism lands as injuries pile up and Ernie Johnson also calls for a shorter regular season.

Oklahoma City added frontcourt depth out of the G League amid absences for Holmgren, Jalen Williams and others.

Indiana's depleted roster highlighted the league's early-season injury crisis in a 108-104 defeat.

Deputy commissioner Mark Tatum cited changes to the Basketball Africa League as evidence the league is adapting to US policy shifts.

New York has drawn negative headlines on rings and contracts while stumbling out of the gate as defending champions.

The audience mark is the largest ever for a WNBA playoff game and underscores the league's ratings growth.

The Lakers guard has set early statistical records, shifting the early MVP market his way.

The longtime ESPN panelist is stepping away temporarily from the daily show and league coverage.

The league's calendar left the night with no televised games, a break tied to the schedule's Election Day gap.

It was Green's 31st career ejection, and Stephen Curry said the incident lit a fire in Golden State.

The Heat forward's status was upgraded after he missed time with an injury following Miami's loss to the Lakers.

Weekly storylines center on star injuries, the NBA Cup and continuing questions about game and season length.

The Spurs star's comments on legacy and endorsements drew divided reaction across the league.

Embiid's admission about pain just six games into the season renewed concern about his long-term availability.

Insiders weigh Dallas's options on the guard as the Mavericks' season takes shape under new controlling owners.

The Clippers are positioning for a major cap move aimed at landing a top-tier player.

New York trimmed its roster and salary commitments as it reshapes the rotation.

With key teammates out, the reigning MVP is carrying a Thunder roster that still beat Cleveland.

An insider's report adds a possible new name to the trade market as Sacramento's season develops.

Boston's coach pointed to a fixable issue as the team works through early-season adjustments.

Two weeks in, analysts are reshuffling title favorites and playoff projections.

Oklahoma City continues to manage a crowded injury list while awaiting his return.

Charlotte gets back a key guard while another rotation piece is close to returning.

Analysts are grading a rookie class that includes Cameron Boozer and Darius Acuff Jr. early in the season.

The commentator's criticism of the Lakers star split NBA fans given Doncic's career-best start.

Team injury reports shape the Milwaukee-Boston matchup and other Wednesday games.

Los Angeles provided updates on Derrick Jones Jr. and Rui Hachimura before the Sacramento matchup.

Atlanta's injury report flags its young forward before a matchup with Washington.

Denver ruled out Watson again, complicating its rotation.

Teams across the league issued status updates for Dejounte Murray, Josh Hart and others.

Indiana received positive news on its center as it tries to halt a losing streak.

The signing adds forward depth to an Oklahoma City roster hit by injuries.

Analysts floated hypothetical deals involving Kristaps Porzingis and others as teams assess their rosters.

The rookie is carving out a rotation role in Cleveland early in the season.

The NYPD is investigating a mob assault reported after a finals game in New York.

The veteran's on-court conduct is drawing renewed criticism after his latest ejection.

Conference standings after two weeks show the Eastern Conference with a stronger early record.

A title-winning coach described how artificial intelligence fits into his daily routine.

Analysts say the shift toward younger, faster rosters is reshaping how the game is played.