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LeBron James hits 2 late free throws, Lakers beat Suns 116-114 after blowing 20-point lead
David Brandt, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 14 - 9:06 p.m. | Save Story
LeBron James made two free throws with 3.9 seconds left, Luka Doncic scored 29 points and the Los Angeles Lakers recovered from blowing a 20-point lead in the fourth quarter to top the Phoenix Suns 116-114 on Sunday night.
Warriors coach Kerr laments shooting at Brown, calls again for common-sense gun control laws
Anne Peterson, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 14 - 7:55 p.m. | Save Story
Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr lamented that he was again speaking about gun violence before a game in Portland seven years after he addressed the horrific mass shooting in Parkland, Florida.
For players like Knicks guard Tyler Kolek, the NBA Cup may be quite the payday
Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 14 - 12:21 p.m. | Save Story
The New York Knicks might get a trophy. Tyler Kolek's dad might get a car.
Wembanyama's return lifts Spurs to NBA Cup final, handing Thunder just 2nd loss
Mark Anderson, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 13 - 10:26 p.m. | Save Story
Victor Wembanyama returned from a 12-game absence with 22 points and nine rebounds, giving San Antonio a surge and the Oklahoma City Thunder just its second loss with the 111-109 victory Saturday night putting the Spurs in the NBA Cup final.
Jalen Brunson's season-high 40 points lead Knicks past Magic to NBA Cup final
Mark Anderson, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 13 - 10:13 p.m. | Save Story
Jalen Brunson scored at least 30 points for the fourth consecutive game, his season-high 40 leading the Knicks past the Orlando Magic 132-120 on Saturday and putting New York in the NBA Cup final.
Curry scores 39 in return but Timberwolves top Warriors 127-120 without Edwards
Michael Wagaman, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 12 - 11:18 p.m. | Save Story
Rudy Gobert had 24 points and 14 rebounds, Donte DiVincenzo made a clutch 3-pointer with 28 seconds remaining and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Golden State Warriors 127-120 on Friday night.
With 24 points, Donovan Mitchell produces the highest-scoring 4th quarter of the NBA season so far
Noah Trister, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 12 - 9:03 p.m. | Save Story
Down 15 with one quarter to play against one of the NBA's worst teams, Donovan Mitchell played with a bit of desperation in the final period.
Spurs' Victor Wembanyama set to return for NBA Cup semifinals vs. Thunder after 12-game absence
Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 12 - 5:38 p.m. | Save Story
Victor Wembanyama is finally ready to play again. It just so happens that his return coincides with his San Antonio Spurs being in the NBA Cup semifinals against the defending league champion Oklahoma City Thunder.
Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese bring a youth movement to USA Basketball camp
Doug Feinberg, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 11 - 6:06 p.m. | Save Story
There's a youth movement at USA Basketball camp this weekend with young WNBA players Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese making their debuts with the national team.
A'ja Wilson wins AP Female Athlete of the Year following historic 4th WNBA MVP
Doug Feinberg, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 10 - 1:47 p.m. | Save Story
A'ja Wilson stood atop the WNBA again, winning an unprecedented fourth MVP as her Las Vegas Aces earned a third championship in four seasons. For that, she earned The Associated Press Female Athlete of the Year for the first time. It's the second consecutive year a basketball player won the award after Caitlin Clark was honored in 2024. A group of 47 sports journalists from the AP and its members voted. Wilson received 17 votes, tennis star Aryna Sabalenka was second with nine and Paige Bueckers was third with five.
Warriors assistant Chris DeMarco excited to take over as coach of New York Liberty
Doug Feinberg, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 10 - 11:12 a.m. | Save Story
Chris DeMarco is excited to get started as coach of the New York Liberty.
Oft-injured Mavericks center Dereck Lively II set for season-ending foot surgery
The Associated Press | Posted Dec. 10 - 10:33 a.m. | Save Story
Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II is set for season-ending surgery on his ailing right foot, another setback for the promising but oft-injured player.
Bane scores 37 to lead the Magic past the Heat 117-108 in the NBA Cup quarterfinals
Dick Scanlon, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 9 - 9:43 p.m. | Save Story
Desmond Bane matched his season high with 37 points and the Orlando Magic advanced to the NBA Cup semifinals with a 117-108 victory over the Miami Heat on Tuesday night.
Brunson scores 35 points as Knicks rout Raptors 117-101 to reach NBA Cup semifinals for first time
Ian Harrison, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 9 - 9:22 p.m. | Save Story
Jalen Brunson scored 35 points, Josh Hart added 21 and the New York Knicks advanced to the NBA Cup semifinals for the first time in three tries by beating the struggling Toronto Raptors 117-101 on Tuesday night.
Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier pleads not guilty to sports betting charges
Philip Marcelo, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 8 - 4:17 p.m. | Save Story
Miami Heat player Terry Rozier pleaded not guilty Monday to charges he helped gamblers placing bets on his performance in NBA games.
Thunder improve to 23-1 with 15th straight victory, routing Jazz 131-101
John Coon, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 7 - 11:54 p.m. | Save Story
Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams each scored 25 points and the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder improved to 23-1 with their 15th straight victory, routing the Utah Jazz 131-101 on Sunday night.
LeBron James' vintage performance leaves Philly crowd in awe
Dan Gelston, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 7 - 9:31 p.m. | Save Story
for the clutch shots that could be the last they see in person as retirement speculation swirls.
James hits go-ahead 3 and scores 29 points, Doncic has triple-double in Lakers' win over 76ers
Dan Gelston, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 7 - 8:08 p.m. | Save Story
LeBron James hit a late go-ahead 3-pointer and scored 29 points, Luka Doncic had a triple-double and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Philadelphia 76ers 112-108 on Sunday night.
James Harden passes Carmelo Anthony to move into 10th place on the NBA's career scoring list
Tyler Mason, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 6 - 9:16 p.m. | Save Story
James Harden moved into 10th place on the NBA's career scoring list Saturday, passing Carmelo Anthony during the Los Angeles Clippers' loss to Minnesota.
