NBA Notes: Heat, Norman Powell, Bulls, Anfernee Simons, Rising Stars
Heat
Norman Powell finally gets his moment. And he hopes it’s not a short stay.
After entering the league in 2015, Powell will make his first...
NBA Notes: All-Star Weekend, Expansion, Bulls, Mac McClung
All-Star Weekend
Saturday night belongs to the shooters and the showmen.
All-Star Weekend continues with the three-point contest, Shooting Stars event, and the slam dunk competition,...
Blake Griffin, Doc Rivers, Kevin Johnson, Amar’e Stoudemire among Hall finalists
The Hall list is out. Now the debates start.
The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame announced its finalists for the Class of 2026 this week,...
Ty Lue: Clippers still expect to win at high level
The Clippers are hosting All-Star Weekend. They’re also asking everyone to recalibrate.
As L.A. welcomed the league to town, their trade deadline reshaped the roster...
Cavs officially sign Riley Minix to two-way contract
The Cavaliers filled a two-way spot, signing forward Riley Minix to a two-way contract, per the NBA’s official transaction log.
Minix, 25, opened the season...
‘Soul Power’ revisits the ABA’s lasting impact on the NBA
Basketball did not always look this free. Or this loud. Or this fun.
Before the NBA loosened its tie and learned to smile, there was...
NBA Notes: Magic, Paolo Banchero, Wizards, Alex Sarr, Hawks
Magic
Magic star big man Paolo Banchero did not sugarcoat it.
Asked after Wednesday’s loss to Milwaukee whether Orlando is playing to its potential in the...
NBA Notes: Celtics, Jayson Tatum, Pacers, Ivica Zubac, Pistons
Celtics
Jayson Tatum checked an important box this week.
Monday’s practice with the Celtics' G League affiliate marked the first time Tatum has participated in a...
NBA free agent Malik Beasley signs in Puerto Rico
Malik Beasley is not waiting around. With his NBA status still unresolved, the veteran sharpshooter is heading to Puerto Rico, agreeing to join the...
NBA Notes: Cavs, James Harden, Bucks, Cam Thomas, Blazers
Cavaliers
James Harden did not need shots to make a statement.
In his home debut, Harden attempted just four shots. He finished with 11 assists, zero...
Cavs adjust Rocket Arena court following player safety concerns
The Cavaliers got the message. And they acted.
After years of quiet concern and a very public scare, the Cavs have modified their home floor...
Pacers GM Chad Buchanan: We want to be in position to contend for title again next year
The Pacers are not pretending.
Asked what the roster still needs now that Indiana has a new starting center, general manager Chad Buchanan gave an...
Chris Paul announces immediate retirement from NBA
Chris Paul is calling it a career.
After being waived by the Raptors on Friday, Paul officially announced his retirement from the NBA in an...
NBA Predictions: Where each team lands in final standings
The NBA trade deadline is in the books. The buyout market will add a wrinkle or two, but for the most part, the picture...
