Warriors, Cavs can be title contenders for years to come

Cavaliers-Warriors III. The one that settles it all.

WATCH: Michael Jordan's best play of every NBA Playoff

It's time to rewind, check out MJ's best postseason plays.

Magic Johnson: Ingram is only untouchable player on Lakers' roster

One player Johnson will not part with is second-year forward Brandon Ingram.

Ex-Lakers coach Scott says he was 'lied to' by team management

As coach of the Lakers, his tenure was less sparking as he amassed at 38-126 record from 2014-16 before being fired last summer.

East finals loss eye-opening for title-hungry Celtics

The Celtics see just how far they have to go to reach The Finals and that stage.

Report: Ball workout for Sixers possible

Philadelphia owns the third overall pick in the draft, after the Lakers at second.

LBJ set to continue what’s become summer tradition at NBA Finals

For the first time in NBA history, the same two teams will play three times in a row in the postseason’s final round.

Future looks bright for budding Boston Celtics roster

By the fourth quarter the Celtics were losing by 35 points with 12 minutes of garbage time ahead. But their fans would not relent.

Finals Preview: Cavs, Warriors poised for epic part III in finals supremacy

The unstoppable force of LeBron James meets the unguardable offence of the Golden State Warriors.

WATCH: NBA LIVE Free-throw comp highlights in Sydney

All fans had to do was find the secret location, and make ONE free-throw.

WATCH: LeBron on the NBA Finals advice he'd give to someone who hasn't been there

"Live in the moment" - King James said following their Game 5 victory in Boston.

LeBron's historic night carries Cavaliers into third straight NBA Finals

The Cavs silenced the Celtics, grabbing the 135-102 victory in Boston.

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UPDATE: Jaylen Brown and Amir Johnson to start vs Cavaliers Game 5

Great news for the Celtics, already missing star guard, Isaiah Thomas.

Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr not yet ready to return to bench

He's still not ready to be back on the bench with the start of the NBA Finals less than a week away.

Lonzo Ball 'politely said no' to pre-Draft workout with Celtics

Given his Southern California roots and the speculation already rampant that the Los Angeles Lakers at No. 2 might seek Ball’’s services, this could be a little leverage exerted by the Balls in the hope of making that happen.

Report: Heat, Bosh agree to part ways

Bosh, 33, hasn't played since February 2016 because of blood clot issues.

Report: Bucks interested in Cavs GM Griffin

Milwaukee is conducting a national search for a GM instead of simply promoting assistant GM Justin Zanek, who was widely reported to be in line for the job once Hammond agreed to terms with the Magic.

Celtics’ Brown questionable for Game 5

Jaylen Brown is averaging 4.9 points per game during the playoffs.

Cavaliers look to close out Celtics in Boston

A win and LeBron James goes to his seventh straight finals and the Cavs will see a team that is 12-0 in these playoffs.

WATCH: Cavaliers not taking Game 5 closeout opportunity for granted

With the Warriors resting up ahead of the Finals, can the Cavs close out the Celtics in the next game?

Popovich proud of Spurs’ first post-Duncan season

During the era in which Tim Duncan suited up for the San Antonio Spurs, a 60-win season and a run to the Western Conference finals were often seen as norms.

Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas visits specialist, surgery undecided

Boston Celtics star guard Isaiah Thomas has visited one hip specialist and plans to see others.

Kyrie Irving torches Celtics with playoff career-high 42 points in Game 4 win

Irving poured in 21 points in the third quarter to lead his team to a crucial Game 4 win.

Orlando Magic hire John Hammond for GM position

Hammond will work under his former protege Jeff Weltman, who was officially hired as the Magic's team president on Wednesday (AEDT).

James, Cavaliers aim to rebound In Game 4 vs. Celtics

LeBron is 20-0 in playoff series in which his team won the first two games, and the Cavaliers are 14-0 in those sets.

Warriors sweep Spurs with Game 4 win

Golden State advances to third-straight NBA Finals.

In need of tips, laughs, San Antonio Spurs receive familiar help from Tim Duncan

Without their leading scorer in Leonard, starting point guard in Parker and their energetic reserve post in David Lee, the Spurs need something. Unfortunately, it's not Duncan.

Fan heckles Cleveland Cavaliers star LeBron James after poor Game 3

James exchanged words with a fan after the Celtics stormed back from a 21-point deficit and shocked the Cavs in Game 3.

Kevin Durant says he made '100 percent correct decision' last summer

Golden State's star forward has no regrets in leaving Oklahoma City for the Warriors in free agency.

'Phenomenal' play marks Curry's postseason to date

Has Curry returned to his MVP form?

Key decision looms for Ginobili

Game 4 of the Western Conference finals today will mark the 211th playoff game in Manu Ginobili's career.

Celtics stun Cavaliers with Game 3 comeback to keep series alive

Boston rallied from as many as 21 points down in the third quarter to cap off a miracle comeback.

Warriors, Cavs on collision course to NBA Finals

With both teams steamrolling through the playoffs, a Finals trilogy seems inevitable.

Cavs look for commanding 3-0 lead against Celtics

Can the Boston Celtics fight back on the road without their star man Isaiah Thomas?

Warriors stifle Spurs, 120-108 in Game 3 on the road

Durant scores playoff career-high 19 points in third quarter.

Warriors seek 3-0 lead with Kawhi Leonard out

The Spurs will have to do it without star forward Kawhi Leonard, who will miss a second straight game because of his left ankle injury.

Eastern Conference no challenge for mighty Cavs

The Cavs are now 10-0 in the playoffs against the field, with a realistic chance of running the table, which would say more about the competition than it does about them.

LeBron irked by MVP snub

Lue complimented James Harden, Russell Westbrook and Kawhi Leonard — the three players named finalists for MVP — and compared James to his old teammate with the Los Angeles Lakers, Shaquille O’Neal.

Cavs set record with 41-point halftime lead en-route to blowout victory

Cleveland pulled ahead by as many as 50 points en route to a 130-86 victory.

Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas missed second half of Game 2 (hip strain)

Thomas could be seen visibly limping toward the end of the first half, as the Celtics trailed 72-31.

Cleveland Cavaliers set NBA postseason record for largest halftime lead

The 72-31 lead surpassed the 40-point margin held by the Detroit Pistons over the Washington Bullets on April 26, 1987.

WATCH: LeBron with the chasedown block on Bradley

LeBron put on a defensive show in Game 2.

Westbrook, Harden, Kawhi named MVP candidate finalists

No big surprises with this announcement.

Cleveland Cavaliers get jump on new partnership with Goodyear

The Cleveland Cavaliers partnership with Goodyear won’t show up on jerseys until next season, but that didn’t stop LeBron James from showing a sneak peak at Cavaliers’ practice.

Keeping Hayward job No. 1 for Jazz's Lindsey

"It goes without saying that every fiber in our collective being wants Gordon back," Lindsey said.

Green upset Thompson didn't make an All-NBA team

At midseason, four members of the Golden State Warriors were chosen as All-Stars. At season's end, though, only three of them were named to the various All-NBA teams.

Thomas: Celtics not 'scared' of Cavs

Given the way the Cleveland Cavaliers dominated the Boston Celtics in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals, one might think Boston is concerned about its chances in the series.

Future NBA stars to showcase skills at NBA Summer League 2017

A record 24 NBA teams will compete in NBA Summer League 2017.

All-NBA announcement brings bad news to Pacers and Jazz

Neither Paul George nor Gordon Haywared were selected to any of the All-NBA teams, which means bad new in regard to their ability to retain their star small forwards.

Rookie Dejounte Murray injects life into Spurs playoff run

With Parker out for the Playoffs with a torn quadricep, it was only a matter of time before Gregg Popovich would call upon Murray to step up. And since that moment, he’s been ready.

Warriors remain focused on task at hand heading into Game 3

When you get to 10-0 in the playoffs, Stephen Curry was asked, can you not help but think about what if, and what lies ahead?

Report: Knicks, Nets, Sixers have interest in Redick

The LA Clippers’ season ended in the first round of the playoffs, starting a summer of questions about the roster that features several prominent free agents.

Future NBA stars to showcase skills at NBA Summer League 2017

A record 24 NBA teams will compete in NBA Summer League 2017 from July 8-18 at the Thomas & Mack Center and Cox Pavilion on the campus of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Harden, Westbrook, James, Leonard, Davis Named to 2016-17 All-NBA First Team

Harden was unanimously voted to the 2016-17 All-NBA First Team, and LeBron matched an NBA record with his 11th First Team selection.

LaVar Ball ups shoe deal asking price

LaVar Ball has upped the ante.

James, Love power Cavs to Game 1 blowout of the Celtics

Warriors surge past Spurs in Game 2

The Warriors led from start to finish and earned a 136-100 victory over the Spurs in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals on Wednesday.

Wizards have work to do to build on promising season

The Wizards won their first division title in 38 years and were one win away from their first conference finals since 1979.

Ties broken for order of selection in 2017 NBA Draft

Five ties among teams that finished the 2016-17 NBA regular season with identical records were broken today through random drawings to determine the order of selection for NBA Draft 2017 presented by State Farm, which will be held on Friday, June 23.

Leonard out, Spurs fuming ahead of Game 2 vs. Warriors

Leonard underwent an MRI on his left ankle/foot Tuesday. It came back negative, which keeps the door open for him to return when the series shifts to San Antonio on Sunday.

Celtics power past Wizards in Game 7, 115-105

Boston advances to the Eastern Conference finals, where it will host the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1 on Thursday.

D’Antoni aims for Rockets to have top 10 defense

Coach Mike D’Antoni and defense have never been associated much with each other, but he wants to change that.

All-NBA teams, NBA award finalists to be released Friday (AEDT)

On Friday, May 19 (AEDT), the league will announce the All-NBA First, Second and Third Teams.

Celtics vs. Wizards Game 7: Will history prevail or be made?

Spurs’ Leonard (sprained ankle) to sit Game 2 vs. Warriors

Popovich said Tuesday (AEDT) that, “Obviously, he won’t play tomorrow.”

Sixers rookie Ben Simmons was an enormous baby

The Sixers rookie posted a baby photo, showing that he was destined to be an NBA giant.

Cavs continue to play waiting game as Celts-Wiz prepare for Game 7

The Cavs have enjoyed a week off, but is too much rest a bad thing in the playoffs?

Watch: Hornets' Batum sinks jumper off assist from his baby

Batum is definitely starting 'em young.

NBA Draft 2017: Despite obstacles, Semi Ojeleye appreciates journey from Duke to SMU to NBA Draft

Ojeleye was as gifted in the classroom as he was on the court. But this choice was a no brainer.

Spurs coach Gregg Popovich confirms Sunday (AEDT) that Kawhi Leonard will play in Game 1

Asked about his strategy vs. the Warriors, Popovich answered, "Pray."

Phil: 'Melo deserves success... elsewhere'

"We’d just like for him to have success somewhere. We’re not going to be there." - Jackson.

Series Preview: At last, Warriors get playoff date with San Antonio

The big question in this series is whether the Spurs can avoid the same quick fate as the Blazers and Jazz did.

Wall's late 3 leads Wiz past Celtics 92-91, forces Game 7

Wall hopped atop the scorer's table and yelled to celebrate the Washington Wizards' 92-91 victory.

WATCH: Wall nails game-winning triple to force Game 7

Wall finished with 26 points, eight assists in the Wizards 92-91 victory.

2017 NBA Playoffs Conference Finals schedule

All games available on NBA League Pass.

Allen Crabbe undergoes successful foot surgery

The Portland guard is expected to be ready for the start of training camp.

Abdul-Jabbar regrets 'one-trick pony' comment about Nowitzki

Time and perspective can change a lot of views on a lot of topics and, perhaps, that is what happened for Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

Hornacek says Porzingis isn’t going anywhere

“There’s no doubt in my mind he’ll be on the roster” Hornacek said.

Lue vows to make Love a bigger factor in offense

" In this next series, we have some matchups he can definitely take advantage of, and it’s on me to make sure we do that.” - Tyronn Lue

Report: Kawhi will return for Game 1 of Western Conference Finals

San Antonio Spurs standout Kawhi Leonard will play Monday (AEDT) against the Warriors in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals.

Wizards look to continue protecting home court in Game 6

The home team is 9-0.

Report: Kawhi to play in Game 1 vs the Warriors

Game 1 of the Western Conference finals is set for Monday (AEDT) in Oakland with the well-rested Golden State Warriors.

Aldridge scores 34, Spurs defeat Rockets 114-75 to win series

The Spurs eliminated the Rockets in Game 6 of the Western Conference semifinals, and they didn’t even need Kawhi Leonard to do it.

Ray Allen declines questions about exit from Boston Celtics, discusses Dwyane Wade's future

Several members of the 2008 Boston Celtics championship team held a reunion earlier this week on TNT's Area 21, and Allen was notable for his absence.

Green calls out media for headlines

Warriors All-Star forward Draymond Green has made it clear he is no shrinking violet in any situation.

Leonard 'game-time' decision

Kawhi Leonard vowed he will play in Game 6 Friday, but Spurs coach Gregg Popovich says he won't.

Rockets look to avoid elimination in must-win game 6 vs. Spurs

With the Rockets set to host Game 6 at Toyota Center on Friday, they will have to live with the fact that they could have closed out the Spurs at home instead of facing their first elimination game of this postseason.

Bradley scores 29, Celtics power past Wizards, 123-101

Bradley scored a playoff career-high 29 points, and the Celtics beat the Wizards 123-101 on Thursday (AEDT) to take a 3-2 lead in the East semifinals.

Rapper Travis Scott designs exclusive T-shirt for Houston Rockets

Travis Scott and the Houston Rockets will have a special treat for fans attending Game 6 of the Western Conference semifinal series against San Antonio on Friday (AEDT).

Ginobili adds another notch in legendary belt with game-sealing block

The one thing we know for certain that “Grandpa Juice” cannot do is grow hair. Everything else is up for discussion.

Green, Thomas snipe at each other over Olynyk

Green has made news of late for recently going out of his way to call Olynyk "dirty", which drew the ire of Olynyk's teammate, Isaiah Thomas.

Ujiri wants 'culture reset' for Raptors

Whether or not it is time to blow up or restart the Toronto Raptors' roster is up for debate.

Jazz wait on next moves from Hayward, Hill

Both are free agents this off-season and could leave Utah.

Bryant says he's willing to help NBA's stars (if they ask)

Kobe's cold-blooded scoring mentality and overall basketball acumen aren't easily taught or learned, but he's willing to help.

Rockets and Spurs set for pivotal Game 5

Game 5 will put either team in a commanding position with a W.

THE STARTERS: Where to next for the Toronto Raptors?

The Raptors face an interesting off-season with stars Lowry and Ibaka both free agents.

Green triple-double leads Warriors past Jazz to complete series sweep

The Warriors now await the winner of Houston vs San Antonio.

Toronto Raptors' Kyle Lowry plans to opt out of contract this summer

A three-time All-Star, the 31-year-old Lowry averaged a career-best 22.4 points this season, along with seven assists.

Nene will miss remainder of Playoffs with injury

The Brazilian center was averaging 10 points, 4.7 rebounds in the playoffs for the Rockets.

Warriors aim to complete rout of Jazz

Utah is the latest team searching for answers on how to slow down Golden State’s offense.

Wizards flip switch to pull even against Celtics

26 straight points in a wild 3rd Q helped the Wiz tie their conference semifinal against the Celtics at two games each.

Warriors ready for dogfight against Jazz

The Warriors are hunting the same thing the Cavs have already secured on the other side of the conference divide: a third straight trip to the conference finals.

LeBron, Cavaliers back in familiar territory

This is the third straight trip to the Eastern Conference finals for the Cavaliers and the seventh straight trip for a LeBron-led team.

Rockets heat up from downtown, even series with Spurs

Houston rained in 19 three-pointers in their big Game 4 win.

DeRozan: 'If we had LeBron on our team, too, we would have won'

LeBron James is trying to make seven straight trips to the NBA Finals.

Wizards use 26-0 run to down Celtics and even series at 2-2

John Wall and Bradley Beal combine for 56 points as Wizards win Game 4.

ON THIS DAY: Reggie Miller scores eight points in nine seconds

Take a look back at one of the most iconic games in NBA history.

Zaza Pachulia over the moon after outscoring Klay Thompson

It doesn't happen often!

Spoelstra, D’Antoni win Michael H. Goldberg NBCA Coach of the Year Award

D'Antoni's Rockets are still in the hunt for the NBA title.

Durant's 38 carries Warriors to Game 3 win in Utah

Kevin Durant was sensational all game long, posting a double-double and leading all scorers with 38 points in the contest.

WATCH: Draymond Green taunts Jazz fans after technical

Draymond Green had a message for Jazz fans in the first half of Game 3

Kevin Pritchard ready to use aggressive approach on Indiana Pacers' revamp

Pritchard spent the last six seasons speaking his mind privately...

"I don't think I'm a dirty player; my teammates don't think I'm a dirty player." - Celtics' Olynyk.

The Washington Wizards would have other thoughts on the matter...

Toronto Raptors Kyle Lowry 'doubtful' for Game 4

"Hopefully some things change, but right now I don't think I'll be able to play," Lowry said.

Rockets know they wasted Harden’s 43-point night

“We’ve just got to play better,” Harden said.

LeBron, Cavs playing like champions again

For the first time since Christmas, we can say that the Cleveland Cavaliers are taking care of business.

Can Hayward, Jazz get back in the series?

So far, the Golden State Warriors have lived up to expectations that they would be a postseason juggernaut.

Aldridge unleashes inner All-Star as Spurs power past Rockets in Game 3

Aldridge had managed just 19 points combined in the first two games, but stepped up in the wake of Parker's season-ending leg injury.

Casey on Game 4: 'you don't want to get swept, especially in your home building'

No team has ever come back from an 0-3 deficit in the playoffs.

LeBron’s 35 points pace Cavs in emphatic Game 3 victory in Toronto

The Cavaliers are the only team since the Minneapolis Lakers in 1949 and 1950 to win their first seven playoff games in consecutive seasons.

Where was Boston’s urgency in Game 3?

When they looked up after the first quarter, the Boston Celtics were in a 39-17 hole in Game 3 to the Washington Wizards.

Boston Celtics reveal specifics of Isaiah Thomas' injury

Thomas' injury is a lot more complicated than it looks...

Sixty-seven players expected to attend NBA Draft Combine

The National Basketball Association announced that 67 players are expected to attend the 2017 NBA Draft Combine.

Report: Steve Kerr unlikely to be back on sidelines for Utah Jazz series

It appears unlikely that coach Steve Kerr will resume his duties anytime soon.

Cavaliers on the road looking to take 3-0 lead vs. Raptors

The Raptors hope that All-Star point guard Kyle Lowry will be able to play.

Tony Parker has successful surgery

Spurs guard Tony Parker underwent a successful surgery to repair a ruptured left quadriceps tendon.

Warriors hold off Jazz in Game 2

The Warriors remained undefeated in the postseason after defeating the Jazz 115-104 in Game 2 on Friday.

WATCH: Thomas on Wizards 'We don't like them, they don't like us'

There were eight technique fouls assessed on Friday.

Wizards beat Celtics 116-89 in technical foul-filled Game 3

The Wizards used a 22-0 first-quarter run to take a 34-12 lead as Thomas and the Celtics kept missing shots and turning the ball over.

17 NBA teams to take part in inaugural NBA 2K esports league in 2018

The NBA 2K esports league announced today that 17 NBA teams will participate in its inaugural season, set to debut in 2018.

Toronto Raptors' Kyle Lowry misses practice with bad ankle

Lowry missed practice Friday (AEDT) because of his sprained left ankle, and the team says more tests are scheduled to determine the severity of the injury.

DeRozan offers to pay someone who can help stop LeBron

“Playoff LeBron” is a real thing and if you have doubts, just ask the Toronto Raptors.

Jazz look to rebound in critical Game 2 vs. Warriors

Jazz star Gordon Hayward, who was just 4 of 15 and totaled 12 points in the loss, said Golden State’s defense only gets some of the credit.

Wizards facing must-win Game 3 vs. Celtics

The best-of-seven series could be short if the Wizards cannot keep Isaiah Thomas in check.

LeBron scores 39 as Cavs rout Raptors to take 2-0 lead

James passes Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for second place on the NBA's all-time post-season scoring list.

Chicago Bulls noncommittal on Jimmy Butler's future with the team

There were no bold proclamations or promises for sweeping changes from Chicago Bulls management on Thursday for a team that barely made the playoffs.

Warriors make life hard on Hayward

Can Hayward regain his form from the Clippers series?

How Brook Lopez reinvented his game in his 9th season

Brooklyn Nets center Brook Lopez came into this year with three 3-pointers in eight NBA seasons. He hit five alone in the first quarter during a win over the Knicks on March 13 (AEDT).

Harden, Rockets seek commanding 2-0 lead over Spurs

No one expected the Rockets to explode for a 27-point win over the Spurs in Game 1 on Tuesday (AEDT).

Cavs have history on their side, looking for 2-0 lead

In the Raptors' five playoff losses to Cleveland dating back to last year’s conference finals, Game 1 on Tuesday was the closest.

Warriors make light work of Jazz in Game 1

All five Warriors starters score in double figures on the night.

NBA Playoffs schedule

Utah vs Golden State kick off today and Celtics and Wizards Game 2.

U.S. men's basketball will start road to gold with D-Leaguers

The U.S. men's basketball team will let minor leaguers take the first steps on the road to gold.

Presti ‘hopeful’ Westbrook will sign new extension

Just a summer ago, Russell Westbrook signed a contract extension to stay with the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Wizards try to even series before it shifts to DC

The Celtics became the first team this playoff season and the eighth ever to hit at least 15 treys in back-to-back games.

Rockets hit record number of threes in easy Game 1 victory

The Spurs had no answers as Houston connected on 22 three-pointers on the night.

Cavs show no rust as LeBron & co. jump to 1-0 lead

The Cavs hadn’t played since April 24 (AEDT), when they completed a four-game sweep of Indiana. But the defending champions didn’t show signs of rust and were well-prepared to face the revenge-seeking Raptors, who lost to Cleveland in last year’s conference finals.

WATCH: Iman Shumpert posterizes Serge Ibaka with the one-handed hammer

Ibaka never stood a chance.

WATCH: LeBron catches oop off the window for the dunk

So much for the Cavaliers being rusty.

What is the next move for the Clippers?

With free agency upon them and the franchise at a clear crossroads, is it time for change?

Draymond Green says he is unique and not comparable to previous players.

Green wants nothing to do with any suggestions that he is a new age Charles Barkley, on or off the court.

Cavaliers plan to force DeRozan, Lowry to make jumpshots

The Cleveland Cavaliers had a week to ponder and prepare for the Toronto Raptors and the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Cavaliers, Raptors meet in playoff rematch

For the second consecutive season, they are preparing to face each other in Game 1 of an Eastern Conference playoff series in Cleveland, with the Cavs coming off a long layoff after a sweep and the Raptors fighting through a tough matchup to get to this point.

Paul Pierce says goodbye after a 19-year NBA career

With a loss in Game 7, Paul Pierce's 19-year NBA career came to an end.

WATCH: NBA legends Garnett, Kobe and more farewell retiring Paul Pierce

Paul Pierce brought down the curtain on his stellar 19-year NBA career

WATCH: Joe Ingles scores 12 points, 5 rebounds in Utah's Game 7 win

The Aussie wing got the start in Game 7 and didn't disappoint.

Jazz send Clippers home with Game 7 road win

Utah set up a second round clash against the Golden State Warriors.

Isaiah Thomas: 'I do everything for my sister now'

Thomas hasn't missed a game since his sister's tragic death.

Celtics storm back for Game 1 win over Wizards

Thomas scores 33 points to lead Boston to big Game 1 win.

Golden State Warriors hope to get Shaun Livingston, Matt Barnes back for round 2

Barnes has been upgraded to probable for Wednesday's Game 1 and Livingston remains questionable.

Hawks focus on re-signing Paul Millsap following first-round exit

Millsap confirmed he “probably will opt out” of his contract and become an unrestricted free agent.

Dwyane Wade: Future with Chicago Bulls hinges on course set by front office

Wade’s contract option is one of the biggest issues hanging over the Bulls as they head into the offseason.

Clips, Jazz set for winner-take-all Game 7 in L.A.

The sun has not set for Paul Pierce's NBA run.

WATCH: Team Snapshot: Atlanta Hawks

Dwight Howard shows us around his city, Atlanta, Georgia.

Bucks eager to build after strong finish to season

“We thought we were the better team... So hopefully next year we can go deeper in the playoffs.” - Giannis.

Series preview: backcourt battle will be at center of Celtics-Wizards matchup

Neither the Celtics nor Wizards had an easy trip through the first round of the NBA playoffs, as both teams needed six games to advance.

Lakers attraction tugs at George

They are the team of his childhood fantasy and now more than ever he could be looking to go to the L.A.

Durant is rested and ready

Kevin Durant is telling Warriors fans that they can relax.

Grizzlies free agents want to stay

“This is home for me, it’s where I want to be” - Zach Randolph.

Butler wants to stay, wants Bulls to keep Rondo

Star forward Jimmy Butler said that he definitely wants to return to and keep Rajon Rondo with him in Chicago.

Magic will pursue Cavs’ David Griffin

Griffin's contract with Cleveland is up after the season, and he and the team have not held meaningful discussions on an extension.

Clippers force game 7 vs Jazz

CP3 carried the Clips with a team-high 29 points to push the round one series to a seventh and deciding game.

Marcus Morris fires final blast at Millsap for brother Markieff

With Atlanta eliminated from the playoff race after the Game 6 loss, Marcus took to twitter throwing a parting shot at Millsap.

John Wall scores 42 points, Wizards eliminate Hawks 115-99

The Wizards advanced to face the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

John Wall blocks Dennis Schroder

After the block, Wall scored Washington's final 13 points to finish with a playoff career-high 42 points in the closing game of the series.

Bradley scores 23, Celtics eliminate Bulls 105-83

The top-seeded Celtics simply torched Chicago to finish off a tougher-than-anticipated series and advance in the playoffs for the first time since 2012.

Reports: Larry Bird stepping down as president of Indiana Pacers

Legendary tussles between Magic Johnson and Larry Bird NBA executives will not be a part of the future for two of basketball’s most iconic figures.

Jazz seek knockout blow vs. Clippers

“We’ve won there before. We’ve won in the playoffs there before. This team is not going to quit, I can tell you that.” Doc Rivers.

Celtics aim to close out Bulls in Game 6 on the road

After three consecutive victories, Boston finds itself one win away from advancing out of the first round for the first time in Brad Stevens’ tenure.

Thunder's Russell Westbrook hasn't thought about his contract situation

Russell Westbrook salutes his team's effort this season.

No disgrace in Grizzlies' Game 6 loss

Memphis' playoff run is done, but what a run it was.

Wizards happy with Gortat's defense

Solid screens and points in the paint have been the hallmark of Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat's game all season long.

Clippers focused on next win, not their looming demise

Trailing three games to two in the best-of-7 series, L.A. must win Saturday (AEDT).

Rondo ruled out for Game 6

Bulls point guard Rajon Rondo flirted with the idea of playing in Game 5, but that didn't happen and now it looks like Game 6 is a no-go for him as well.

Report: Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas to attend sister's funeral this weekend

Thomas will be available for both Games 6 and 7.

Spurs rally behind Leonard, Parker to advance past Grizzlies

Parker and Leonard combined for 56 points to seal the Game 6 win.

Raptors hold off Bucks' wild comeback to move into second round

DeRozan poured in 32 points and came up big down the stretch.

WATCH: Thon Maker swats Norm Powell's shot back to Canada

Thon is dominating inside early.

Chicago Bulls' Rajon Rondo 'long shot' to play in Game 6

Can the Bulls win without their point guard?

First NBA Awards show to include six fan-voted awards

The Awards show is set to have a little fun thrown in this year.

Thomas and Bradley lead Celtics to crucial Game 5 win over Chicago

The Celtics found contributions all over the floor to take a 3-2 lead.

WATCH: Terry Rozier caps off the steal with the ferocious dunk

The Celtics guard showed off his athleticism against Chicago.

Wall, Beal help power Wizards to 3-2 series lead

Beal scored 27 points, and Wall added 20 points and 14 assists, leading the Washington Wizards to a 103-99 victory over the Atlanta Hawks.

WATCH: John Wall posterizes Muscala with the lefty dunk

John Wall showed no mercy at the rim.

Summer of uncertainty looms for Clippers

That dark cloud is just one hanging over the Clippers, who lost Game 5 at home to the Utah Jazz and now face a potential elimination game in Salt Lake City on Saturday (AEDT).

Olshey says Lillard, McCollum off table in trade talks

While neither was an All-Star this season, they have the scoring chops and playmaking skills to hang with the best of the NBA's best guard tandems.

Hawks’ momentum may persevere over Wizards’ home-court edge

The fifth-seeded Hawks beat the fourth-seeded Wizards by convincing margins in both Game 3 and Game 4.

Rockets advance to second round with Game 5 win over Thunder

James Harden scores 34 points to lead his team into the second round.