NBA refs: Timberwolves’ LaMelo Ball traveled on viral stepback three
LaMelo Ball had an explanation for his viral stepback three-pointer. The NBA referees union wasn’t buying it.
The union’s official social media account confirmed Thursday...
NBA Notes: Blazers, Damian Lillard, Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton, Clippers
Trail Blazers
Damian Lillard gave the Trail Blazers a familiar performance in his return. His responsibilities, however, look different this time around, and he’s happy...
Cavs prospect Saliou Niang cleared to play at LSU
The Cavaliers will be able to follow Saliou Niang’s development much closer to home this season.
Niang has received NCAA clearance to play for LSU,...
Three hypothetical trade proposals for Lakers’ Bronny James
Bronny James is making about $2.3 million this season. So trading for him wouldn’t require tearing apart a roster. It would require believing he...
NBA Notes: Lakers, Walker Kessler, Heat, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jazz
Lakers
The Lakers opened with a Luka Doncic lob to Walker Kessler. The Warriors spent much of the evening watching variations of the same play.
Kessler...
NBA Notes: Grizzlies, Ty Jerome, Mavericks, Cooper Flagg, Bucks
Grizzlies
The Grizzlies handed Ty Jerome the starting point guard job. He opened the season by scoring a career-high 45 points.
Jerome powered Memphis to a...
Warriors contact Bucks about Kristaps Porzingis trade
The Warriors have contacted the Bucks about a potential trade involving Kristaps Porzingis, according to Sam Amick and Nick Friedell of The Athletic.
Milwaukee is...
Donovan Mitchell wants to stay with Cavs ‘forever,’ see No. 45 in rafters
Donovan Mitchell isn’t picturing his next NBA stop. He’s picturing his jersey hanging above the Cavaliers’ court.
“I don’t ever want to wear another uniform....
Mavericks, Walter Clayton Jr. agree to two-way deal
The Mavericks have agreed to a two-way contract with Walter Clayton Jr., according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, giving the former first-round pick a new...
Warriors respond to Kristaps Porzingis trade report
The Warriors issued a statement Wednesday after a report that they are exploring trades involving Kristaps Porzingis as he considers his basketball future.
The team...
Timberwolves among teams linked to Dalton Knecht
The Timberwolves are among the teams expected to pursue Dalton Knecht for a two-way contract if he clears waivers, according to reports.
Minnesota recently opened...
NBA Notes: Celtics, Joe Mazzulla, Pelicans, Suns, Jalen Green
The Celtics had more than enough opportunities to prevent their opening-night collapse. Too often, they helped the Pistons along.
That’s the assessment of John Karalis...
NBA futures: Pacers could be Central Division’s best bet
The Indiana Pacers are just one season removed from losing the NBA Finals in seven games to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Their star point...
Blake Griffin unloads on Stephen A. Smith, Shams Charania and state of sports media
Blake Griffin spent 14 seasons in the NBA, so he's certainly familiar with sports reporters, television personalities and the occasional hot take.
Now that he's...
Cavs rank dead last in NBA for ease of watching games
The Cavaliers have championship expectations, four former All-Stars in their starting lineup and a fan base eager to see whether this is finally the...
Sixers Notes: Joel Embiid, LeBron James, Tyrese Maxey
The Sixers found another option at center in their season opener. Joel Embiid helped make the call.
With three fouls late in the first half...
Jazz making pair of roster moves
The Jazz are giving former first-round pick Kobe Bufkin another opportunity.
Utah has agreed to sign the guard to a two-way contract, according to Jake...
Lakers’ new core draws doubts about life after LeBron James
Lakers’ new core draws doubts about life after LeBron James
The Lakers have rebuilt around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, with Walker Kessler anchoring the...
