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Another must-watch moment for Michael Jordan as NBA great testifies at NASCAR trial
Jenna Fryer, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 5 - 2:18 p.m. | Save Story
Michael Jordan has had a lifetime of big moments. His latest came on the witness stand in a federal courthouse.
Michael Jordan testifies in NASCAR antitrust trial, says he had no choice but to sue 'the entity'
Jenna Fryer, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 5 - 2:07 p.m. | Save Story
Retired NBA great Michael Jordan took the stand at the landmark NASCAR antitrust case Friday and testified that he has been a fan of the stock car series since he was a child but felt he had little choice but to sue to force changes in a business model he sees shortchanging teams and drivers risking their lives to keep the sport going.
LeBron James' 1,297-game double-digit scoring streak ends but he gets winning assist vs. Raptors
Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 5 - 6:59 a.m. | Save Story
For LeBron James, the win mattered more than the streak.
NBA fines Cavaliers $250,000 for resting All-Star Darius Garland in a nationally televised game
The Associated Press | Posted Dec. 4 - 2:33 p.m. | Save Story
The NBA fined the Cleveland Cavaliers $250,000 on Thursday for violating the league's player participation policy by resting All-Star guard Darius Garland for a nationally televised game against the Toronto Raptors on Nov. 24.
Cooper Flagg didn't wilt without Anthony Davis and now Mavs hope they flourish together
Schuyler Dixon, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 3 - 10:59 p.m. | Save Story
Cooper Flagg followed Anthony Davis' bank shot with a jumper of his own, then blocked a jump hook from Anthony Wiggins at the other end before scoring a contested layup on an assist from Davis.
Bucks coach Doc Rivers disputes report that Antetokounmpo is talking with team about his future
Steve Megargee, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 3 - 10:45 p.m. | Save Story
Bucks coach Doc Rivers said Wednesday there have been no talks between team officials and Giannis Antetokounmpo regarding the two-time MVP's potential exit from Milwaukee.
Antetokounmpo undergoes MRI after leaving Bucks' game with Pistons due to right calf strain
Steve Megargee, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 3 - 10:08 p.m. | Save Story
Giannis Antetokounmpo left the Milwaukee Bucks' game against the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night after straining his right calf in the first quarter.
Chris Paul's return stint with the Clippers is over, and the team's rough start just got rougher
Greg Beacham And Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 3 - 8:53 p.m. | Save Story
Chris Paul's return stint with the Los Angeles Clippers has come to an abrupt and stunning end, the franchise parting ways with one of its greatest players in a late-night meeting that will add another layer of drama to the team's terrible start this season.
Jamal Murray delivers impressive, efficient 52-point night as Nuggets beat Pacers 135-120
Michael Marot, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 3 - 8:51 p.m. | Save Story
Denver guard Jamal Murray was listed as questionable just a few hours before the Nuggets' game Wednesday night against Indiana.
Jamal Murray scores season-high 52 points, Nuggets hold off Pacers 135-120
Michael Marot, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 3 - 7:49 p.m. | Save Story
Jamal Murray scored a season-high 52 points and Nikola Jokic fell just short of another triple-double to help the Denver Nuggets hold off the short-handed Indiana Pacers 135-120 on Wednesday night.
Former NBA champion and Clemson player Elden Campbell dies at 57
Steve Reed, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 3 - 1:32 p.m. | Save Story
and later won a championship with the Detroit Pistons, has died. He was 57.
New York Liberty hire Warriors assistant Chris DeMarco as head coach
Doug Feinberg, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 3 - 11:15 a.m. | Save Story
The New York Liberty have hired Golden State Warriors assistant Chris DeMarco as their head coach, the team announced Wednesday.
WNBA and players union extend CBA deadline to Jan. 9
Doug Feinberg, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 1 - 2:47 p.m. | Save Story
The WNBA and players union agreed to an extension of the current collective bargaining agreement to Jan. 9 just before their current deadline ran out Sunday night.
Joel Embiid returns for 76ers from latest knee injury with 18 points in season-high 30 minutes
Dan Gelston, Associated Press | Updated Nov. 30 - 8:59 p.m. | Save Story
Joel Embiid scored 18 points and played a season-high 30 minutes for the 76ers on Sunday night against Atlanta after he missed the last nine games in large part because of a sore right knee.
Houston Rockets dominate Utah Jazz for fifth straight road victory
John Coon, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 30 - 3:44 p.m. | Save Story
Kevin Durant scored 25 points in his return from a two-game absence, leading the Houston Rockets to a 129-101 victory over the Utah Jazz on Sunday.
Mavs' Anthony Davis gets cheers and another loss in his return to LA after a 14-game injury absence
Greg Beacham, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 29 - 12:25 a.m. | Save Story
Anthony Davis returned to Los Angeles on the same night he came back from a 14-game injury absence, and he received loud pregame cheers from Lakers fans who were thrilled to see a longtime favorite healthy and hooping.
The NBA Cup quarterfinal field is set: Heat-Magic, Knicks-Raptors, Suns-Thunder, Spurs-Lakers
Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Updated Nov. 28 - 11:40 p.m. | Save Story
The NBA Cup quarterfinal field was set Friday night, with Miami going to Orlando and New York going to Toronto on the Eastern Conference side, followed by an Oklahoma City-Phoenix rematch and San Antonio facing the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference.
Reaves scores 38 points, Luka adds 35, Lakers hold off Mavs 129-119 in Anthony Davis' LA return
Greg Beacham, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 28 - 10:49 p.m. | Save Story
Austin Reaves scored 38 points, Luka Doncic added 35 points and 11 assists in his third meeting with his former team, and the Lakers spoiled Anthony Davis' return to Los Angeles with a 129-119 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Friday night.
Antetokounmpo's return from injury not enough to stop Bucks' 7- game skid, NBA Cup elimination
Larry Fleisher, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 28 - 10:14 p.m. | Save Story
Giannis Antetokounmpo's return to the court was not enough for the Milwaukee Bucks to stop their longest losing streak since his rookie season.
Wagner brothers are teammates, roommates and best friends living out their NBA dream with the Magic
Rob Maaddi, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 28 - 4:00 a.m. | Save Story
Franz Wagner fell in love with basketball as a kid in Germany when he went with his older brother, Moritz, to watch an under-19 game in Berlin.
Boozer family celebrates Thanksgiving with Duke win at United Center
Jay Cohen, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 27 - 10:10 p.m. | Save Story
Cameron and Cayden Boozer spent their Thanksgiving in a very familiar place, with their father, Carlos, taking in every moment.
Cameron Boozer scores 35 points as No. 4 Duke tops No. 22 Arkansas 80-71
Jay Cohen, Associated Press | Updated Nov. 27 - 9:12 p.m. | Save Story
Cameron Boozer had 35 points and nine rebounds to help No. 4 Duke hold off No. 22 Arkansas for a wild 80-71 win on Thursday night.
Warriors star Stephen Curry will be sidelined at least a week with a quad injury
Janie Mccauley, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 27 - 3:18 p.m. | Save Story
Warriors star Stephen Curry will be sidelined for at least a week with a right quadriceps contusion and strained muscle after getting injured during Golden State's 104-100 loss to the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night.
Stephen Curry bruises right quadriceps in Warriors' loss, will have MRI exam
Janie Mccauley, Associated Press | Updated Nov. 26 - 11:35 p.m. | Save Story
Stephen Curry limped away from the bench late in Golden State's 104-100 loss to the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night after bruising his right quadriceps.
Sick Gilgeous-Alexander still looks like MVP as Thunder beat Timberwolves for 10th straight win
Cliff Brunt, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 26 - 11:04 p.m. | Save Story
A sick, exhausted Shai Gilgeous-Alexander politely answered questions after a 40-point game that led his Oklahoma City Thunder past the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night.
Erik Spoelstra had no idea why he was getting drenched in the locker room. His 800th win was why
Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 26 - 8:49 p.m. | Save Story
Water bottles were getting dumped on Miami coach Erik Spoelstra from all angles in a joyous locker room after the Heat beat the Milwaukee Bucks in an NBA Cup game, and the scene caught him off-guard.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 40 points while ill, leads Thunder to 10th straight win
Cliff Brunt, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 26 - 8:48 p.m. | Save Story
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points despite being ill and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 113-105 on Wednesday night in an NBA Cup Game.
Celtics end Pistons' winning streak at a franchise record-tying 13 with 117-114 victory
Ken Powtak, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 26 - 6:10 p.m. | Save Story
Jaylen Brown, Derrick White and the Boston Celtics ended Detroit's winning streak at a franchise record-tying 13, outlasting Cade Cunningham and the Pistons 117-114 on Wednesday night.
Doncic criticizes the NBA Cup court, but praises Lakers for support in late-game skirmish with Dunn
Greg Beacham, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 26 - 1:00 a.m. | Save Story
Luka Doncic was not pleased by the special NBA Cup court at the Los Angeles Lakers' downtown arena, calling it "slippery" and "dangerous."
Pistons tie their championship teams from years past with franchise-record 13th straight win
The Associated Press | Posted Nov. 24 - 9:12 p.m. | Save Story
Just two years ago, the Detroit Pistons set an NBA record for the consecutive losses in a single NBA season with 28.
Pistons win 13th straight to tie franchise record, beating the Pacers 122-117
The Associated Press | Updated Nov. 24 - 8:27 p.m. | Save Story
Cade Cunningham had 24 points and 11 rebounds and the Detroit Pistons won their 13th straight game to tie the franchise record, holding off the Indiana Pacers 122-117 on Monday night.
Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups pleads not guilty in rigged poker games case
Philip Marcelo, Associated Press | Updated Nov. 24 - 3:10 p.m. | Save Story
Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups has pleaded not guilty to charges he profited from rigged poker games involving several Mafia figures and another former NBA player. The Hall of Famer was arraigned Monday in a federal court in New York City. Billups was arguably the most prominent name among more than 30 charged in last month's sprawling federal takedown of illegal gambling operations linked to professional sports. He previously appeared before in an Oregon federal court when prosecutors announced the indictment on Oct. 23. His attorney said at the time that the five-time All Star was a "man of integrity" and denied the charges.
Clark to make USA Basketball national team camp debut joined by other first timers Reese, Bueckers
Doug Feinberg, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 24 - 10:00 a.m. | Save Story
Caitlin Clark will make her USA Basketball senior national team camp debut when the Americans get together at Duke next month.
Gilgeous-Alexander scores 37 points, Thunder rout Blazers to avenge only loss
Cliff Brunt, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 23 - 7:45 p.m. | Save Story
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 37 points in three quarters and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Portland Trail Blazers 122-95 on Sunday night to avenge their only loss of the season.
Dallas Wings win the WNBA draft lottery for the second consecutive season
Doug Feinberg, Associated Press | Updated Nov. 23 - 5:28 p.m. | Save Story
The Dallas Wings won the WNBA draft lottery for the second consecutive season on Sunday night.
Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon is out indefinitely with a strained right hamstring
Pat Graham, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 23 - 11:27 a.m. | Save Story
The Denver Nuggets lost another starter, with forward Aaron Gordon sidelined indefinitely by a strained right hamstring.
Harden erupts for 55, Clippers rout Hornets 131-116 in Paul's likely last game in North Carolina
Steve Reed, Associated Press | Updated Nov. 22 - 2:55 p.m. | Save Story
James Harden made 10 3-pointers and scored a franchise-record 55 points, and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Charlotte Hornets 131-116 on Saturday hours after 12-time All-Star point guard Chris Paul released a video on social media hinting at retirement after the season ends.
Chris Paul hints at retirement from NBA with video before Clippers-Hornets game in his home state
Steve Reed, Associated Press | Updated Nov. 22 - 2:49 p.m. | Save Story
Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul hinted at potential retirement after this season. He shared a video on social media before the team's game against the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday, which could be his last in his home state of North Carolina. The video features highlights from his 21-year NBA career, including his childhood and college days at Wake Forest. Paul, 40, is a 12-time NBA All-Star. He was the New Orleans Hornets' fifth overall pick in 2005.
Rodney Rogers, the 'Durham Bull' who starred at Wake Forest before a 12-year NBA career, dies at 54
Aaron Beard, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 22 - 1:46 p.m. | Save Story
Former Wake Forest star and 12-year NBA player Rodney Rogers has died. He was 54.
Gone in 49.3 seconds: Suns erase 8-point deficit with stunning last-minute comeback
David Brandt, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 21 - 11:41 p.m. | Save Story
The Minnesota Timberwolves had an eight-point lead with less than minute to go Friday night, talking a little smack to their opponents as a hard-fought, chippy game between Western Conference rivals came to a close.
New York Liberty hire Warriors assistant Chris DeMarco as head coach, AP source says
Doug Feinberg, Associated Press | Updated Nov. 21 - 3:36 p.m. | Save Story
The New York Liberty hired Golden State Warriors assistant Chris DeMarco to replace Sandy Brondello as head coach, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Friday.
LaMelo Ball says he loves playing for the Hornets and denies reports that he's frustrated
Steve Reed, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 21 - 12:39 p.m. | Save Story
LaMelo Ball said Friday he wants to stay with the Charlotte Hornets despite the team's struggles and increasing speculation about his future from outside the organization.
In the NBA Cup, teams are running it up. The rules say it's a good idea to do so
Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 21 - 4:00 a.m. | Save Story
The game wasn't over, though the outcome was decided. Milwaukee's Myles Turner took a pass from Giannis Antetokounmpo and let fly with a 3-pointer from the corner with about six seconds remaining.
76ers' hard-working Tyrese Maxey joins exclusive fraternity with 54-point, nine-assist performance
Steve Megargee, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 20 - 10:42 p.m. | Save Story
Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey arguably is the NBA's hardest-working player this season.
NBA sees highest opening-month viewership in more than decade, record social media engagement
Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 20 - 2:44 p.m. | Save Story
National NBA games being shown on NBC/Peacock, Amazon Prime Video or ESPN have drawn more than 60 million viewers through the first month of the regular season, the league announced Thursday, noting that is the highest opening total in 15 years.
Lakers fire Joey Buss, Jesse Buss from front office positions after ownership change
Greg Beacham, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 20 - 2:09 p.m. | Save Story
Joey Buss and Jesse Buss are no longer working in the Los Angeles Lakers' front office after the franchise's recent ownership change, a person with knowledge of the move told The Associated Press on Thursday.
Jalen Brunson returns after missing two games with ankle sprain, leads Knicks past Mavericks 113-111
The Associated Press | Posted Nov. 19 - 11:18 p.m. | Save Story
New York Knicks All-Star Jalen Brunson scored a game-high 28 points in a 113-111 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night after sitting out two games with a grade 1 ankle sprain.
Zion Williamson scores 14 in his return from injury in the Pelicans' 125-118 loss to Denver
Brett Martel, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 19 - 9:36 p.m. | Save Story
Zion Williamson returned to the New Orleans Pelicans' lineup on Wednesday night, scoring 14 points in a 125-118 loss to the Denver Nuggets.
Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, Draymond Green to miss game against Miami, as Warriors end 6-game trip
Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Updated Nov. 19 - 4:40 p.m. | Save Story
Stephen Curry's road trip is ending a game early, with the Golden State Warriors making the decision to hold the NBA's career 3-point leader out of Wednesday night's game in Miami against the Heat.
Jewell Loyd and Jonquel Jones the latest players to join new women's basketball league Project B
Doug Feinberg, Associated Press | Updated Nov. 19 - 9:04 a.m. | Save Story
Two-time Olympic gold medalist Jewell Loyd announced that she would join Project B, the new women's basketball league that is expected to begin in Europe and Asia in November 2026.
LeBron James begins his record 23rd NBA season with stellar playmaking in Lakers' win over Jazz
Greg Beacham, Associated Press | Updated Nov. 19 - 12:38 a.m. | Save Story
LeBron James certainly didn't look like he had been away from an NBA court for nearly seven months when he began his unprecedented 23rd season, even if his burning lungs told him otherwise. After reaching another landmark in what is now officially the longest career in league history, James was not surprised to return from his lengthy injury absence by fitting in seamlessly with the surging Los Angeles Lakers in yet another victory. James had 11 points, 12 assists and three rebounds while starting and playing 29 minutes in the Lakers' 140-126 win over the Utah Jazz, kicking off his new season with an impressive playmaking performance.
Jazz let opportunity slip as Doncic sparks Lakers win over Utah
Jaxon Wynder, KSL | Posted Nov. 18 - 11:51 p.m. | Save Story
The Jazz fell to the Lakers on Tuesday night 140-125 as LeBron James made his season debut as he and Luka Doncic power Los Angeles past a hot-start from Utah.
Kansas star freshman Darryn Peterson to have his hamstring injury re-evaluated
Stephen Whyno, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 18 - 10:27 p.m. | Save Story
A lingering hamstring injury caused Darryn Peterson to miss a third consecutive game for Kansas, and coach Bill Self is not sure when the nation's top recruit and potentially the top pick in next year's NBA draft might be ready to play again.
Cameron Boozer scores 18 points as No. 5 Duke outlasts No. 24 Kansas 78-66
Stephen Whyno, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 18 - 9:27 p.m. | Save Story
Cameron Boozer had 18 points and 10 rebounds, twin brother Cayden made a couple of big second-half baskets and fifth-ranked Duke outlasted No. 24 Kansas, defeating the undermanned Jayhawks 78-66 on Tuesday night in the annual Champions Classic.
WNBA's latest CBA proposal would put max salary over $1.1M with revenue sharing, AP source says
Doug Feinberg, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 18 - 5:47 p.m. | Save Story
The WNBA's latest collective bargaining proposal would include revenue sharing with a maximum salary of more than $1.1 million available to more than one player per team growing each year, according to a person familiar with the negotiations on Tuesday night.
Warriors' Draymond Green warned by NBA after fan confrontation, AP Source says
Brett Martel, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 18 - 11:16 a.m. | Save Story
Golden State forward Draymond Green received a warning from the NBA after going nearly chest-to-chest with a fan during the Warriors' 124-106 road victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, a person with knowledge of the situation said Tuesday.
Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo leaves game early vs. Cavaliers due to a left groin strain
Joe Reedy, Associated Press | Updated Nov. 17 - 9:04 p.m. | Save Story
Milwaukee Bucks All-Star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo could be sidelined for a while after he left the second quarter of Monday night's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers due to a left groin strain.
San Antonio's Victor Wembanyama to miss at least 2-3 weeks with strained calf, AP source says
Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Updated Nov. 17 - 3:49 p.m. | Save Story
Victor Wembanyama will miss the next two to three weeks, at minimum, after an MRI confirmed that the San Antonio Star center has a strained left calf, a person familiar with the diagnosis said Monday.
LeBron James returns to practice with Lakers but hasn't decided whether to make season debut Tuesday
Greg Beacham, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 17 - 2:33 p.m. | Save Story
LeBron James returned to practice with the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday, and he is waiting to see how he feels after the workout before deciding whether to make his season debut Tuesday.
