Byron Scott thinks James Harden kept LeBron James from Cavs return
LeBron James considered a third stint with the Cavaliers.
Byron Scott believes the presence of James Harden may have prevented it from happening.
“If they didn’t...
NBA’s second apron is functioning like a hard cap for most teams
The NBA insists the second apron isn’t a hard cap. For most teams, it certainly seems to be operating like one.
As ESPN’s Bobby Marks...
NBA Notes: Russell Westbrook, Mavericks, PJ Washington, Hornets
Free agency
Russell Westbrook is still looking for a team. Five weeks into free agency, the former MVP remains unsigned, and the number of obvious...
Mavericks exploring Klay Thompson trade; Heat viewed as possible suitor
Klay Thompson’s time with the Mavericks may be nearing an end.
That's because Dallas has explored trade possibilities involving the five-time All-Star, multiple rival-team sources...
Devean George: Time for Lakers to see what Bronny James can do
LeBron James is headed to the 76ers. Devean George believes Bronny James should stay exactly where he is.
The former Lakers forward and three-time NBA...
Evidence Tom Dundon wants to keep Blazers in Portland remains hard to find
No one knows for certain whether Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon wants to move the franchise.
Sean Highkin of the Rose Garden Report isn’t ready...
Peacock’s NBA games coming to YouTube Premium in 2027
NBA games carried by Peacock will soon have another home.
NBCUniversal and Google have reached a distribution agreement that will make Peacock programming available to...
Kings unlikely to buy out or trade Zach LaVine
Zach LaVine apparently isn’t headed for the buyout market.
The Kings are not considering buying out the two-time All-Star guard, contrary to recent speculation, a...
NBA Notes: Rockets, Kevin Durant, Nets, Julius Randle, Timberwolves
Rockets
Kevin Durant played 78 games last season at age 37. The Rockets may not want him doing that again.
Durant averaged 26.0 points, 5.5 rebounds...
Bill Simmons: ‘I’m not sure’ New Orleans should have NBA team
Bill Simmons has been outspoken about keeping the Trail Blazers in Portland. He doesn’t feel quite the same way about the Pelicans remaining in...
Lakers, Mavericks discussing PJ Washington trade?
P.J. Washington has been linked to the Lakers for much of the offseason. Those links may be worth watching a little more closely.
Marc Jacobs...
Blazers, Portland remain far apart as relocation questions loom
The Trail Blazers and the city of Portland finally met face to face about renovating the Moda Center and keeping the franchise in town.
It...
NCAA clarification clouds Robbie Avila’s potential college return
Robbie Avila’s path back to college basketball may not be as clear as it initially appeared.
The NCAA issued a clarification to its members Sunday...
NBA Notes: Warriors, Stephen Curry, Blazers, Vit Krejci, Heat
Warriors
The Warriors could have as much as $120 million in salary-cap space next summer, though that number comes with plenty of qualifiers.
As Yossi Gozlan...
