NBA
News out of the National Basketball Association (NBA) is constantly changing and updating. Thirty teams make up the North American league and is considered the most established league in the world. Founded in 1946, the current commissioner is Adam Silver. It is one of four major sports leagues in the United States, alongside Major League Baseball (MLB), National Football League (NFL) and National Hockey League (NHL).
Draymond Green's Ejection 'A Mistake,' Says Steve Kerr
The three-time NBA champion was mistakenly ejected after berating teammate Jason Wiseman during the Warriors' loss to the New York Knicks.
Shaq's Awkward Exchange With Donovan Mitchell Watched Over 1 Million Times
The four-time NBA champion criticized the Utah Jazz star for not "having what it takes" to take his game to the next level.
Luka Doncic Smashes Magic Johnson Record in Mavericks Win
The Slovenian notched up a 30th career triple-double in his 146th game in the NBA, reaching the milestone in 44 fewer games than Magic.
Steph Curry Celebrates Joe Biden Inauguration With Special POTUS Shoes
The Golden State Warriors star wore purple kicks featuring the president's seal as their tongue logo.
Does Houston Have a Problem? Springer and Harden Gone, Watson May Follow
Over the last seven days Space City has lost two of its biggest stars and Watson could soon follow them out of the door.
Karl Malone Calls out Zion Williamson: 'Your A** Shouldn't Get Tired'
The two-time MVP warned the first overall pick of the 2019 NBA Draft needed to "get in shape" and spend more minutes on the court.
Who Was James Naismith? Google Doodle Honors Basketball's Inventor
Naismith invented the game of basketball at YMCA International Training College in Springfield, Massachusetts in 1891.
James Harden Jerseys Exchanged in Houston for Free Car Wash in Viral Video
A business in Atlanta spotted an opportunity as the eight-time All-Star was traded to the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday.
What DeMarcus Cousins Said About James Harden in Rockets Trade Tirade
The eight-time All-Star was traded to the Brooklyn Nets in a blockbuster deal involving seven players and four teams.
James Harden Traded to Brooklyn Nets in Blockbuster NBA Deal
The NBA superstar had become very unhappy with the Rockets, prompting the trade to the Nets.
Ex-NBA Player at Capitol Rally Calls Riots Part of 'Civil War'
Former Houston Rockets and Detroit Pistons player David Wood claimed Donald Trump would remain president for four more years.
NBA Twitter Reacts to James Harden's Houston Rockets Tirade
The 2018 MVP came close to publicly demanding a trade, claiming the Rockets aren't good enough and "can't be fixed."
George Hill on NBA's New COVID-19 Rules—'I'm Gonna Do What I Wanna Do'
The Oklahoma City Thunder veteran has questioned the wisdom of going ahead with the season when stricter rules are being implemented.
LeBron James Pulls Off Another Career-Defining Moment With This 3-Pointer
James received a pass, quickly positioned himself, launched the ball toward the goal and turned around to face his teammates before seeing if it landed.
Nikola Jokic Just Hit One of the Most Casual Buzzer-beaters of All Time
The two-time All-Star drained an 18-foot jumper to force the game between the Denver Nuggets and Dallas Mavericks into OT.
Lakers Wish to Resume White House Visits When Joe Biden Becomes President
No NBA championship team ever visited the Trump White House. The last NBA team to visit was the Cavaliers during Obama's final months as president in 2016.
Kyle Lowry Calls Trump 'A Criminal' After Supporters Storm Capitol
Lowry is one of several NBA players and coaches to call out Trump for encouraging protesters to breach into the Capitol on Wednesday.
What Giannis Antetokounmpo Said About Racism in America
The two-time NBA MVP said he couldn't imagine his kid growing up as a Black man in the current climate in America.
Steve Kerr calls U.S. Capitol Rioters 'Terrorists'
The Golden State Warriors head coach criticized President Donald Trump for encouraging a mob of his supporters to storm the Capitol.
NBA Questions Race Double Standard, Again, After Capitol Riots, Jacob Blake
"Could you imagine today, if those were all Black people storming the Capitol, and what would have happened?" one NBA coach asked.
LeBron James, NBA Players Speak out on Jacob Blake Verdict
Blake was left paralyzed after being shot in the back seven times but the officer who shot him will not face criminal charges.
NBA is Silent After Cop Who Shot Jacob Blake Wasn't Charged, Teams Play On
Blake was shot in the back seven times by a cop last summer, setting off an NBA boycott by its own players. After Tuesday's decision, the NBA was silent, and the games continued.
How Long is Kevin Durant Out For? Nets Star in COVID Quarantine Update
The two-time NBA Finals MVP could return as soon as January 12 if he testes negative for COVID-19 over the next week.
Stephen Curry Ties Kobe Bryant Record As He Scores Career-High 62 Points
The two-time MVP is the first player since Bryant to score over 30 points in both halves of a NBA game.
Strangers Raise Money to Cover Service Worker's Overdue Rent
Author Shea Serrano continues to pay it forward by helping out someone in need of some financial help.
Newsweek's Top 20 Sports Moments of 2020: Nos. 6-10
The bottom half of the top 10 include a social justice issue, a major gender barrier broken, a Super Bowl victory that took 50 years to accomplish and two huge COVID-related postponements.
Scottie Pippen Questions Accuracy of 'The Last Dance'
ESPN's 10-part documentary chronicling Michael Jordan's final season with the Chicago Bulls has been a hit with viewers, but attracted criticism from some of Jordan's former teammates.
Novel Idea for a Novel Virus? One League Proposes Private Vaccine Purchases
Other than more outdoor games, the league proposes making a private purchase of the new vaccine for all of its teams, which would include players and coaches.
Mark Cuban Praised For Rewarding J.J. Barea With New Deal Before Release
The Puerto Rican played a crucial role in Dallas' NBA championship triumph in 2011 and ranks fifth for most games in franchise history.
'Bear Witness, Take Action 2': When Can You Watch Mark Cuban
The followup to June's "Bear Witness, Take Action," will feature panel discussions with celebrities, activists, and scholars to talk about the next steps to be taken towards racial justice.
