The Cleveland Cavaliers are in the midst of one of their most successful seasons in franchise history - an impressive feat when considering the talent that has worn the uniform.
Jed Wells
The post-Luka Doncic era has gotten off to a rocky start in Dallas, but that didn't stop the team from making another unpopular decision.
Teddy Ricketson
One race that has truly started to firm is the Most Improved Player, with one first-time All-Star looking to run away with the honour.
LeBron James is a lightning rod for memes, and TikTok users are more than grateful.
David Suggs
ESPN is reporting Kevin Durant and the Suns will be looking for a trade partner this offseason.
Stephen Noh
Before the NBA returns to NBC next year, NBC play-by-play announcer Mike Tirico will call a pair of NBA games this week featuring the Celtics and 76ers.
Colin Capece
Perth vs. Melbourne tip-off time: Here’s how to watch this NBL Finals match on TV and live stream as The Sporting News takes you through all the information you'll need to follow the action
Syed Talib Haider
Paul Pierce had a legendary NBA career, but many fans might forget about a stabbing incident in 2000 that almost ended it before it got a chance to really take off.
The Sporting News looks back at Lewis' death and what led to the tragedy.
Gilbert McGregor
As HBO's "Celtics City" debuts, Sporting News takes a look back at the tragic death of Celtics draft pick Len Bias.
Dan Treacy
Here's a look at the NBA's all-time leading scorers.
Daniel Mader
Zach LaVine has gotten off to a red-hot start with the Sacramento Kings, fitting right into his new squad and continuing his elite scoring run.
Adam Sandler and Timothee Chalamet delivered one of the most memorable moments of the 2025 Oscars on Sunday. Here's how it happened.
Kenrich Williams, Julian Champagnie and Lu Dort all paid the price for the scuffle.
Daniel Chavkin
The Warriors have gone 7-2 since Butler's arrival as they look to move up in the championship race.
Benyam Kidane
History suggests that Daniels is unlikely to contend for the league's top defensive honour.
Here is everything to know about the legal battle Butler is facing.
Jayson Tatum almost made history, but even that couldn't prevent the Cavaliers from picking up a statement win in Boston.
Luka Doncic's status is reportedly up in the air for Friday's game against the Clippers.
There's a 'weird energy' in NBA coverage right now according to LeBron James, so he understands Edwards not wanting to be the face of the league.
Joel Embiid hasn't been on the court as often as he or the 76ers would like in his NBA career, and after his latest season-ending injury, his availability is once again in the crosshairs.
Technological and medical advances have changed treatment over the years but Embiid's frustrating recent history and age make it fair to ponder what, if anything, is next.
Here's a look back at how injuries continue to impact Embiid's career.
Joel Embiid's latest injury could help the 76ers keep their 2025 first round pick.
What's next for Embiid? Here is more on his knee injury and his lengthy road to recovery.
The Timberwolves will be without Anthony Edwards for one game after he picked up one too many technical fouls.
SEM Phoenix vs. Illawarra tip-off time: Here’s how to watch this NBL Finals match on TV and live stream as The Sporting News takes you through all the information you'll need to follow the action
Chirag Radhyan
Curry had a vintage performance on Thursday night, downing double-digit 3-pointers to clear the 50-point mark against the Magic.
Here's what to know about Buss' influence on the show and the legal issues "Running Point" faced before any episode was released.
LeBron is having an unheralded defensive season at the age of 40.
Anthony Edwards and Jarred Vanderbilt used to play alongside one another in Minnesota, but their trash talk spilled over into a brief altercation on Thursday night.
From red-hot shooting numbers to much-improved defensive chops, Giddey looks like a whole new man over his last four games.
Here is what to make of Spurs head coach Greg Popovich's latest statement.
Popovich has been absent from the Spurs' sideline since November. Here's the latest on his status and potential return to the NBA.
NBA Centel had built a significant following in the NBA world as a parody account for the league's news. On Wednesday, many were surprised to see the account restricted.
Here's what to know about the original swap and how Wembanyama has responded.
Two of the NBA's most high-profile Australians went head-to-head Thursday, as Josh Giddey and the Chicago Bulls took on Ben Simmons and the Los Angeles Clippers.
Zion Williamson showed off a new stomach tattoo Wednesday, and it had fans talking on social media.
The NBA is a league built off of nicknames, with every great player from Air Jordan to King James receiving a moniker.
According to one basketball expert, the NBL should be the home of two of the top ten picks in next year's draft.
The WNBA will be down one Australian player this season, after it was announced Kristy Wallace will not suit up during 2025.
The Sporting News takes a look at why the 76ers star is taking a break from 'Podcast P'.
Andrew Katz
During a recent appearance on Draymond Green's podcast, Durant offered an involved explanation that may leave the door open for a reunion in the future.
Luka Doncic's off-court habits seemed to have put him at odds with Dallas' front office.
Lakers star Luka Doncic showed out in his first game against his former team.
Here's the video in full, Davis' reaction and a look back at what he did with the Lakers.
After a shocking trade just weeks ago, Doncic notched a triple-double for LA in a win over Dallas.
Here are some of the highlights from what could be described as an awkward night for Harrison.
Here is what has been confirmed about Doncic's playing weight and more on the reports that suggest otherwise.
Here's what you need to know about the Jordan Brand commercial that highlights Doncic's recent change of area codes.
Luka Doncic, LeBron James and the Lakers host Kyrie Irving on Tuesday, the first meeting between LA and Dallas since their blockbuster trade that swapped Doncic and Anthony Davis. The Sporting News dives into the odds for this highly-anticipated Western Conference clash, and unveils its best bets, top props and final score prediction.
Sloan Piva
As the Lakers look to impress Doncic with their play and roster construction, questions around his long-term future in Tinseltown still loom.
Here is what is wrong with Luka Doncic and how it has impacted his start with the Lakers.
Here is when Luka Doncic will be back in Dallas but wearing a Lakers uniform.
Here's what has come from the Mavericks camp about the trade that sent shockwaves through the sports world.
The Lakers star has been unable to come through in the clutch.
Josh Giddey had a slow start to his Chicago Bulls tenure, but the Australian guard has been an absolute wrecking ball since the team returned from this year's All-Star break.
The Australian Opals will remain in familiar hands until at least the end of the 2028 LA Olympics.
The Lakers went 1-9 in 10 games in their City Edition alternatives.
Social media was buzzing after a post went viral claiming Joel Embiid was retiring from the NBA, but is it true?
Former NBA Insider and current St. Bonaventure men's basketball general manager Adrian Wojnarowski is auctioning off cell phones used from his media career to raise money for the school's NIL collective.
Joel Embiid hefty, lengthy contract and history of injuries will not be attractive to many (any?) teams in the NBA.
Michael Jordan's son, Marcus, was booked in Orange County jail on a multitude of charges.
Bryan Murphy
Following his signing announcement, Armstrong received support from one current Chicago Bull who knows exactly what he's been through.
Now that last season's runner-up is out of contention, the race has suddenly blown wide open.
From designer debuts to menswear masterpieces, The Sporting News has ranked the 10 best fits from the 2025 NBA All-Star Game.
Taran Armstrong has become the latest Australian talent to join the NBA, after it was announced he was signing a two-way deal with the Golden State Warriors.
A four-time champion with the Warriors, Andre Iguodala's Hall of Fame case is a good one.
Complete box score for Australian Boomers vs. Thailand in the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers.
Kieran Francis
As James looks to hone his skills and continue improving during his rookie year, The Sporting News will keep a log of his performances during his G League assignment.
Doncic, still a new Laker, was back in his superstar rhythm in Saturday's win over Denver.
Spurs coach Gregg Popovich is away from the team after suffering a health issue. Here's a look at his timeline to return to the sideline.
Here is where San Antonio's legendary coach is and what has been said about his return to the sideline.
Here is what is known about the legendary's coach health.
Australian basketball has found its next superstar - Kentucky guard Georgia Amoore.
As his time in the USA draws to a close, could the Boomers legend be headed home to play in the NBL?
It appears that a favourite for the Boomers top spot has finally emerged.
After he performed it at the 2025 NBA All-Star Game, LiAngelo Ball's hit song "Tweaker" will now be featured in the hit video game.
The Sporting News contacted medical expert Dr. Michael S. George of the KSF Orthopaedic Center in Houston, who explained the typical causes of deep vein thrombosis and potential next steps for San Antonio's burgeoning superstar.
Former NBA All-Star Chris Bosh saw his career end prematurely as a result of blood clots, but Victor Wembanyama is not dealing with the same issue.
More to know about the blood-clotting condition that knocked Spurs star Victor Wembanyama out for the remainder of the season.
With Jimmy Butler, can Warriors win it all like Draymond Green has guaranteed?
Here is what to know about James' availability vs. Portland.
The Spurs center's season-ending injury could have implications for his potential extension in San Antonio.
Taking a look back at how blood clots forced Bosh to cut his NBA career short at the age of 31.
Doncic is still recovering from a left calf strain he suffered in December.
With San Antonio's star big man set to miss the rest of the 2024-25 season, the squad could see its trajectory change for the Draft Lottery.
The Spurs star will miss the rest of the season withe a right shoulder issue.
Here is everything to know about Wembanyama's diagnosis and what it means for him and for San Antonio.
Here is why Milwaukee will be without Portis for the majority of its remaining regular-season games.
Complete box score and result for Australian Boomers vs. Indonesia in the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers.
Joshua Mayne
Four predictions for the second half of the regular season.
Will James be in action when the Lakers play their first game since the All-Star break? Here is the latest on his status.
One NBA trainer thinks he knows how to get the former star back on track.
The San Antonio Spur opens up about his love of fashion, and how it is an extension of a more complex world view.
Kyrie Irving has been the name on every Australian basketball fan's lips lately, after the nine-time NBA All Star reaffirmed his desire to join his country of birth ahead of the 2028 LA Olympics.
The 57-year-old recently suffered a "serious medical issue."
Here's a look at how things went down and why everything fell through.
On Wednesday, the Lakers and Hornets will be the only two NBA teams in action. Here's why.
The NBA All-Star Game needs help. That's why we're here.
Mike DeCourcy
Perth Wildcat Ben Henshall thinks he'll be the NBA's next Aussie, with the young star calling his shot ahead of the upcoming draft.
Is Kyrie Irving set to pull on green and gold?
A former Raptors' legend is getting heat from Drake in the wake of a ongoing feud with Kendrick Lamar.
Micah Adams
Kevin Durant takes aim at fans complaining about the All-Star game with a few complaints of his own.
Drake and DeMar DeRozan's relationship appears to be on the outs. Here's why.
Draymond Green said he was offered the Warriors coaching job after retirement. Here's why it could and couldn't happen.
Trae Young was not a fan of the new tournament-style All-Star Game, and he wasn't alone.
The NBA All-Star game is broken, now more than ever. It's time to get it right.
Elliott Pohnl
The best and worst from the 2025 All-Star weekend in San Francisco
The Sporting News tracked live updates and highlights for the 2025 NBA All-Star Game, which included a new tournament format.
With NBA All-Star Weekend in the Bay Area, it was only right that Steph Curry took home MVP honors.
Green used his platform to speak his mind about the game's all-new mini-tournament format, which includes three teams of NBA All-Stars and a fourth team of the NBA's Rising Stars.
The Wolves guard has been dealing with a groin injury recently.
James shared before the 2025 All-Star Game that he would not be participating in the mini-tournament games.
The NBA stars may try to de-throne three-time champion McClung.
Here is an introduction to Team Candace before the squad attempts to shake up the NBA All-Star stage.
Here is everything you need to know about the NBA All-Star Game, including schedule, television and streaming options.
Here is everything you need to know about the 2024 NBA All-Star Game, including the start time and TV channel.
Davis suffered a left abductor strain in his debut with the Mavericks.
Morgan Moriarty
How the comedian's height compares to the shortest and tallest NBA All-Stars.
Here's more on the new NBA All-Star Game format and how a few stars have reacted.
As Wembanyama continues his trajectory toward all-time greatness, here's how his first All-Star season compares to James'.
The pre-game festivities will pay tribute to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
The Bucks star has been dealing with an injury for most of the month.
McClung got fans, along with current and former NBA players, talking on social media as he won his third consecutive Dunk Contest on Saturday.
Mac McClung has gone three-for-three in Dunk Contests.
The Sporting News takes a look at each NBA Slam Dunk Contest winner through the years.
The Sporting News tracked live updates and highlights for the 2025 NBA All-Star Dunk Contest.
Here is how many perfect scores there have been in the NBA Dunk Contest.
The Dunk Contest has been a staple of All-Star Weekend since 1984. Here's who has come home with the most victories in that time.
Edward Sutelan
The Sporting News has you covered with updates on Gelo's performance and reviews from in and outside the basketball world.
The Sporting News tracked live results and highlights as the NBA's top shooters competed in the 2025 3-Point Contest over All-Star Weekend.
Larry Bird got the 3-Point Contest off to a hot start. Has anyone caught up with the Hall of Fame forward?
A look at the best scores, most victories, perfect rounds and more in All-Star history.
The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from the NBA Skills Challenge on All-Star Saturday Night.
The Spurs big man, a first-time All-Star, said he isn't taking a friendly approach to the 2025 festivities.
While the name of McClung's high school has been familiar to basketball fans since his days as a viral sensation, there is much more to know about the school itself and the city that it is in.
Mac McClung has dominated every league he's been in, except the NBA. Why hasn't he gotten a shot to show what he can do?
The idea of a 1-on-1 tournament has surrounded NBA All-Star Weekend for years, and one veteran star offered his thoughts on the possibility.
Here's who will be taking the court for the NBA All-Star Game on Sunday night.
Here is how high Magic guard Mac McClung can jump.
A look at the prize money for the NBA's top dunker
Looking at how much the winners of Sunday's tournament will walk away with.
Winning the NBA's shootout competition comes with an extra financial bonus.
Here's why Tracy McGrady, Baron Davis, Kevin Garnett, and Jason Richardson for 2025 NBA Dunk Contest judges.
Check out the full lineup and participants for 2025 All-Star Weekend.
The full lineup and participants for the NBA Skills Challenge during 2025 All-Star Weekend
Here is everything you need to know about the NBA All-Star Dunk and 3-Point Contest, including schedule, television and streaming options.
One point guard who has electrified crowds since entering the NBA in 2019 will be missing in this year's All-Star Game.
The undersized guard has had some impressive Dunk Contest showings, cementing himself among the most athletic dunkers the NBA has ever seen.
Kevin Garnett, Tracy McGrady, Baron Davis and Jason Richardson will judge the Dunk Contest, but they won't have the only say in who will emerge victorious.
All you need to know about how the NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest works in 2025.
The Fever star has a reason why she will not compete this weekend.
The Sporting News has you covered with everything you need to know about the notable changes to this year's All-Star Game format.
LiAngelo Ball has found his true calling as a rapper, but he dabbled with the NBA just a few years ago.
Suns guard Devin Booker fell short of an All-Star selection. Here's why.
While his younger brothers remain productive NBA players, LiAngelo Ball has found success in his music career.
The content creator is representing the fans at All-Star weekend.
LaMelo Ball crushed the NBA All-Star Game fan vote, but he didn't make the final roster in the East.
The Ball brothers have been in the spotlight since their high school days, as LaVar's sons are now each stars on their own paths.
As the competition returns to the Bay Area for the first time since Carter's iconic showing, revisit the performance that made him a legend.
The longtime NBA star first broke out his dunking prowess 25 years ago.
Luka Doncic is not an All-Star for the first time since his rookie season.
Rome Flynn showed out during the 2025 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, capturing MVP honors after recording a game-high 22 points.
Learn how Team Chris earned the right to complete Sunday's NBA All-Star Game field.
Kevin Hart's record for Celebrity All-Star Game MVP awards will be hard to beat.
Barry Bonds notched a momentous win over Jerry Rice on Friday night. Rome Flynn was the biggest reason why.
One NBA legend thinks another few years are in play for The King.
One of the biggest hits from 2024 is not returning to this year's All-Star weekend.
Charles Barkley is renewing his rivalry with the city of San Francisco during NBA All-Star Weekend.
Fans took note of how quickly Barry Bonds' body changed during his all-time great MLB career.
We introduce you to influencer Khaby Lamer and discuss his being chosen as a captain for the 2025 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game.
Shaboozey's teammates at the Celebrity Game include Matt Barnes, Druski, Terrell Owens and Walker Hayes.
Chris Brickley is an NBA trainer who is popular among basketball stars.
Here is what to know about Bronny James' participation at All-Star Weekend 2025.
Jerry Rice became one of the NFL's top WRs with the San Francisco 49ers, but first he went to high school in Mississippi.
Barry Bonds is a basketball coach for one night at the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game. Does the MLB legend have any basketball-playing experience?
Here's what you should know about Kai Cenat's playing career in the Little Basketball Association.
T.O. will trade in his cleats to suit up for the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game.
Kai Cenat is making his return to the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game. Here's what you need to know about the massively popular streamer.
Although you may recognize 2 Chainz from his countless hits, the rapper played basketball at the high school and college level.
Breaking down the dates, locations, & more for upcoming All-Star Games
The stars are coming out for 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend, including LiAngelo Ball, also known as GELO.
Shaquille O'Neal is not one to mince words. He proved as much on Thursday night.
A Mavericks fan got free courtside tickets from Mark Cuban after getting ejected from a game after chanting 'Free Nico.'
Why Mac McClung is retiring from the NBA Slam Dunk Contest after his third appearance
Mavericks fans are not getting over the Luka Doncic trade, and one was punished for expressing his thoughts during Monday's loss to the Kings.
Shaquille O'Neal, Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith drafted the three rosters for the 2025 NBA All-Star Game on Thursday.
With the starters now set, here is the complete list of reserves for this year's game and more information on the selection process.
The Sporting News tracks each of Bronny's appearances in NBA games and keeps you up to date with the stats he logs.
The 2025 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game features former NFL stars, musicians and everyone in between.
There's no better time to take a look at each field and make an attempt to predict how things will unfold.
In preparation for a busy weekend, The Sporting News has put together the latest edition of our annual NBA All-Star Game guide.
Bulls fans will love or hate this scorching hot take.
For the first time, the NBA All-Star Game will feature a four-team format, with a bracket-style tournament hoping to reinvigorate the event.
As is tradition, the NBA's All-Star Saturday night will feature the league's most iconic competitions.
From established All-Stars to exciting up-and-comers, this year's crop of Rising Stars is one of the most impressive yet.
The Lakers star just returned from a one-game absence before leaving Monday night's game early.
Luka Doncic made his much-anticipated Lakers' debut on Monday, helping L.A. blow out the overmatched Jazz.
A former NBA MVP and Hall-of-Famer has labelled an Australian the best international player he ever played with.
