The Sporting News gets you up to date with the latest world basketball rankings and catches you up to speed on how these rankings are calculated.
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Mills is back for a 16th season in the NBA, signing a one-year deal with the Jazz.
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Royce White was once a first-round draft pick in the NBA. Now, he's the Republican nominee for U.S. Senate in Minnesota.
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Here's more on the history between Marbury and James and how it may have impacted where they find themselves today.
There may be an obvious choice at the bottom of the list, but which of America's NBA-based Olympic basketball teams was the best?
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Who are the best and worst teams heading into the season post-Olympics?
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NBA 2K25 will give gamers the chance to compete as the Warriors dynasty or try and rival Steph Curry's dominance.
It's hard to deny that James is one of the most entertaining people around. As a recent trend on X reminded us, James tends to be unintentionally hilarious.
Here is when you can expect to know the schedule for the 2024-25 season in its entirety.
We've been subjected to the simplistic "medal count" statistic during the Olympic Games for more than 50 years, and it's been bad math from the start. The International Olympic Committee does not award one gold for basketball. There are 12. It should be counted like that.
Anthony will be heading to Australia in September to connect with local fans.
LeBron James irked the internet over an interaction with a young fan after winning gold in Paris.
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Here's how Stephen Curry and LeBron James could team up again, but this time in the NBA
Could Jayson Tatum's complicated run at the 2024 Paris Olympics put the USA star's status in jeopardy for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics?
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Here is a closer look at the case for James and Durant as well as their stats in the Olympic games.
The French broadcast of Stephen Curry's takeover in the fourth quarter was one to listen to.
The future of the Australian Opals is seemingly in good hands, as stars Alanna Smith, Ezi Magbegor and Jade Melbourne were honoured with individual accolades at the conclusion of the Paris Olympics.
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Ezi Magbegor's dominant bronze medal game performance highlights the next generation of Aussie Opals ready to carry the torch.
Below is a complete box score for Australia vs Belgium in the bronze medal game of the Olympic Games.
Ezi Magbegor turned in a dominant 30-point, 13-rebound performance to lead the Opals to their first Olympic medal since London 2012.
Tyrese Haliburton had a hilarious joke on social media after the United States earned gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Here is a snapshot of the stat leaders, including per-game averages and total stats., from the U.S. men's team's gold medal-winning journey in Paris.
Why didn't Curry win MVP? Here is why the honors went to James.
This was Steph’s moment. His golden moment.
Even Victor Wembanyama's outstretched 8-foot wingspan couldn't Stephen Curry's heat check in the 2024 Paris Olympics gold medal game.
Who will be on the 2028 Team USA Olympic men's basketball roster?
Winners and losers from an entertaining Olympics tournament, including LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Victor Wembanyama, Jamal Murray and more.
LeBron James is among the winningest American players in Olympic basketball history.
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NBA stars were impressed by Steph Curry's performance to close out Team USA's gold medal win over France.
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Stephen Curry changed the game of basketball with his long-distance shooting. Now, he may be changing the game of sports celebrations, too.
Here is more on the history of the Olympic basketball MVP award and the company that the most valuable player from the 2024 tournament will join.
Stephen Curry made sure he left Paris with a gold medal around his neck.
The Sporting News had you covered with live updates, highlights and more from USA vs. France in the gold medal match at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
After each quarter of the gold medal match, The Sporting News will update you with the latest box scores from the matchup.
Find a complete list of teams that advanced to the quarterfinals, matchups and a schedule for games during he knockout round at the Paris Olympics.
Basketball at the 2024 Paris Olympics is set to tip off on Saturday, July 27.
Men's basketball at the 2024 Paris Olympics will tip off on Saturday, July 27.
LeBron James wore gold shoes in anticipation to winning a gold medal.
Take a look at the replay of Yabusele's vicious dunk in all of its glory.
The Australian Opals face Belgium in the bronze medal game. Here's everything you need to know including tip-off times and TV information.
Here is everything you need to know about the song that has taken over as the singalong favorite of the Olympic basketball tournament in Paris.
Will France win the 2024 Summer Olympics men's basketball gold-medal game in Paris?
Bill Bender
Joel Embiid is known for embellishing contact but there's a medical reason behind it.
Drake cooked up an iconic nickname for Stephen Curry in 2013.
Joel Embiid brought his raunchy celebration to Paris for the Olympics.
Joel Embiid is getting booed at the 2024 Olympics. It's all about his decision to play for the USA over France during his basketball career.
Here is why the future Hall of Famer is debuting at the Olympics a decade after cementing himself as one of the United States' best talents.
Based on James' age and statements in the past, here is whether or not the Paris Games will be his last or if there is a chance he'll return to the Olympics in 2028
LeBron James was struck in the face in the United States' quarterfinals game against Brazil.
Rudy Gobert has been mostly a non-factor for the French national team despite making the 2024 Olympic final.
Joel Embiid's nationality has been a trending topic at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Here is more behind Embiid's decision to represent the U.S. over the other two countries.
Joel Embiid make become a rare free agent in international basketball, opting to join Cameroon for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
The Sporting News tracked live stats from the Serbia vs. Germany Olympic men's basketball bronze medal game.
Rudy Gobert has played limited minutes in France's path to a gold medal. Here's why.
A massive effort from the reigning NBA MVP helped secure his country an Olympic medal
Olympics basketball MVP is a relatively new honor given to the most valuable player of the tournament.
Head coach Steve Kerr is making a starting lineup change ahead of the United States' gold medal game against France.
Here are the top seven candidates to win MVP for the Olympics in men's basketball.
Kevin Durant has never seen a Twitter conversation he's unwilling to participate in. On Friday morning, he added to his collection of highlights with a memorable tiff with Nuggets supporters.
This year's Christmas Day slate features five nationally televised games with a whole lot of star power.
Kevin Durant never has made All-Defense in two decades of NBA stardom, but it was a big dose of D that KD provided as United States secured a spot in the Olympic men's basketball gold medal game.
The Australian Opals face USA in a blockbuster semi-final matchup. Here's everything you need to know including tip-off times and TV information.
Here's a look inside the Americans' incredible effort against three-time MVP Nikola Jokic's squad.
LeBron James becomes the only player to record two triple-doubles in Olympic history.
The United States will take on France in the Gold medal game of the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Team USA faced its biggest test against Nikola Jokic and Serbia on Thursday, just escaping Bercy Arena with a win after being down by as many as 17 points.
TSN's Steph Noh shares three takeaways from Team USA's comeback victory over Serbia.
Take a look at LeBron James' stats from every Team USA game at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The Sporting News tracked live stats from the United States vs. Serbia Olympic men's basketball semifinal.
Here's a closer look at the impressive game that Curry turned in against Nikola Jokic and company.
The Sporting News had you covered with live updates, highlights and more from the United States' Olympic semifinals thriller against Serbia.
Here's more on why Tatum's role has fluctuated throughout the Olympics and what can be deduced from his earlier absence against the same Serbia team.
Here are the overtime rules for basketball at the Olympics.
With France looking to medal in Paris, here's a look at what Wembanyama has done for the national team during his first-ever appearance at the Olympic games.
The Sporting News tracked live updates, scores and highlights from the France vs. Germany Olympic men's basketball semifinal game.
The Serbian roster features four players who currently play in the NBA.
Here's more on what French fans are saying and why they're saying it.
Here's how the USA slows down Nikola Jokic in the Olympic semifinals game
What is the Sombor Shuffle? Here is an inside look at Jokic's signature move and shot.
Germany has a chance to clinch its first medal in men's basketball at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.
As the superstars look to add yet another accolade to their already impressive resumes, here's a look at how the two measure up with one another individually.
The United States is chasing its fifth consecutive Olympic gold medal at the 2024 Paris Games.
LeBron James was hit in the eye in the United States' quarterfinals game against Brazil and went to the locker room.
The dream 'Dream Team' is a sight to behold.
Below is a complete box score for Australia vs Serbia in the quarter-finals of the Olympic Games.
The Opals advance to the Olympic Games semi-finals, thanks to a dominant performance against Serbia. The Sporting News tracked all the live score updates and highlights throughout the game.
The Australian Opals face Serbia in the quarter-finals at the Olympics. Here's everything you need to know including tip-off times and TV information.
What will the lineup look like when Australia take to the World Cup floor in 2027?
With Brian Goorjian stepping down, who will take the hot seat for the Boomers? The Sporting News breaks down the leading candidates.
It was a heartbreaking night for Australia they crashed out of the Olympic Games.
France head coach Vincent Collet elected to bring star center Rudy Gobert off the bench in its win over Canada. Collet and Gobert's reasoning had conflicting stories.
Kevin Durant continues to rack up USA Basketball records while pursuing his fourth gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The USA Basketball men advanced to the medal round of the Olympics, again, conquering Brazil as expected with some of the best team offense they've played at the Games.
The Sporting News is tracking live stats from the United States vs. Brazil men's basketball quarterfinals at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The Sporting News tracked live updates, stats and highlights from USA's win over Brazil in the Olympic Games quarterfinals.
The United States will take on Serbia in the semifinals of the single-elimination knockout round at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
France pulled off an upset win over Canada in the Knockout Stage of the Olympics, but not without a bold move from head coach Vincent Collet.
The Sporting News tracked all the live updates, stats and highlights from Canada vs. France in the Olympic Games quarterfinals.
Take a look at the complete box score of the Olympics Knockout Stage game between Canada and France.
Australia led by as much as 24 points in its Olympic basketball quarterfinal against Serbia. And then Nikola Jokic happened.
Serbia advances to the semifinals at the Olympic Games after a thrilling overtime victory over Australia.
Below is the complete box score for Australia vs. Serbia in the Olympic Games quarterfinal.
Get to know the USA men's basketball team's next opponent, Brazil, before they tip off in a quarterfinal game at 3 p.m. ET on Tuesday.
The Australian Boomers take on Serbia in the quarter-finals at the Olympic Games. Here's everything you need to know including tip-off times and TV information.
Eight teams have advanced to the knockout round of Olympics in men's basketball. Here's how they rank.
The Australian Opals closed out their group stage play against France with a 79-72 win to secure their spot in the quarter-finals.
Below is a complete box score for Australia vs France in a crucial group stage matchup.
The Australian Opals face France in their final group game at the Olympics. Here's everything you need to know including tip-off times and TV information.
The United States will take on Brazil in the quarterfinals of the single-elimination knockout round at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The Sporting News has you covered with updates, highlights and more from the United States' final Group Stage game against Puerto Rico.
Puerto Rico upset the U.S. in their last Olympic meeting in 2004. Odds are, that will not happen again.
Here is a look at the potential path for the Americans as they look to finish on top of the basketball world. Who stands in the way of Team USA's medal aspirations? Here is a look at the potential path for the Americans as they look to finish on top of the basketball world.
As the U.S. national team continues its journey at the Paris games, here's a closer look at the numbers that Curry has put up for the team.
Here is more on the origins of James' nicknames and why they're officially recognized.
Here's the story behind James documenting his elation and how it came to be a meme that transcended NBA — and sports — social media.
The Sporting News breaks down live updates, highlights and more from Canada's win over Spain to take Group A.
The Boomers drop their game against Greece in Group A, but with results going their way, the Aussies are into the next round.
Below is the complete box score for Australia vs Greece in the group stage finale.
The Australian Boomers take on Greece in their final Group A game. Here's everything you need to know including tip-off times and TV information.
The Boomers face Greece in their Group A finale. Here's a look at how the different scenarios could unfold for the next round of games.
Giannis Antetokounmpo and Greece will need some help in order to advance to the knockout round at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
If you missed any of the action, The Sporting News tracked live score updates and highlights from throughout the game.
Below is a complete box score for Australia vs Canada in a crucial group stage matchup.
Breaking down how Olympic basketball's tiebreakers work to decide which teams advance from the Group Stage to the Knockout Round.
The Australian Opals face Canada in their second group game at the Olympic Games. Here's everything you need to know including tip-off times and TV information.
Team USA head coach Steve Kerr's starting lineups and rotations have been a revolving door going into and during the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The USA Basketball senior men's team made some significant adjustments to their lineup and rotation in a pool play game at the Paris Olympics. Most of them seemed to pay dividends.
Head coach Steve Kerr elected to switch up Team USA's starting lineup against South Sudan. Joel Embiid and Jrue Holiday were sent to the bench in favor of Jayson Tatum and Anthony Davis.
Here is more on FIBA's rules for naturalized players who suit up for countries where they have gained citizenship.
The quick rise of the South Sudan Basketball Federation, led by former NBA player Luol Deng, is one of the feel-good stories of this year's Olympics.
Jones, who has represented South Sudan internationally since 2023, brings NBA experience as a heady guard that sets the table for a talented roster capable of making noise at the Olympics.
Khaman Maluach is a 17-year-old Duke commit who will represent South Sudan at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Here is everything you need to know about Australia vs. Greece, including the tip-off time for Sunday's game.
Here's more on what Arenas said and why his comments received pushback from many, including Team USA's Joel Embiid and South Sudan's Luol Deng.
The Boomers played an important group stage match at the Olympics against Canada on Tuesday night
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Here is more on the wild sequence in a game that immediately stands as an instant classic at this year's tournament.
Here is how circumstances have led to Jamal Murray taking on a reserve role for Canada in 2024.
Here is everything you need to know about 3x3, including the rules, format, participating teams and when games will be played.
The Australian Boomers face Canada in their second fixture at the Olympic Games. Here's everything you need to know including tip-off times and TV information.
The Australian Opals opened their Olympic campaign with a 75-62 loss to 12th-ranked Nigeria, putting their qualification hopes in jeopardy.
The Opals got their Olympics underway against Nigeria tonight in a shock loss.
Dante Exum suffered a dislocated finger in an exhibition game against France, ruling him out of the Boomers' opening game against Spain. Here's what we know about his injury status ahead of their next contest against Canada.
The Australian Opals face Nigeria in their Olympic Games opener. Here's everything you need to know including tip-off times and TV information.
Steve Kerr opted to leave out Jayson Tatum against Serbia, even as the game descended into garbage time.
LeBron James and Kobe Bryant played on two Olympic teams together. Here's how their all-time stats stack up.
Kevin Durant shined, and Jayson Tatum reclined -- a lot happened in the opening game for USA Basketball's senior men's national team at Paris 2024.
The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights for the United States' dominant win over Serbia in its first game of the Olympics.
The Sporting News tracked Kevin Durant's stats from the United Stats vs. Serbia match at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Below is a complete box score for USA and Serbia in the group stage opener.
Where does Durant's scoring effort rank among the greatest games from a Team USA member at the Olympics? Here is where he fits on the all-time list.
Who are the active NBA players at the Paris Olympics? Here is a complete list, along with where each country and NBA team ranks.
Jaylen Brown was passed over twice for Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Why was the 2024 Finals MVP left off the roster?
No, Nikola Jokic and Nikola Jovic aren't related, but they have personal connections in Serbia.
While Kevin Durant's return was once unclear, it is now imminent.
Here's why Tyrese Haliburton has fallen out of head coach Steve Kerr's Olympic rotation.
With James making his fourth Olympic appearance, there's no better time to see how his international accolades measure up to Jordan's.
Kawhi Leonard was one of the 12 players selected to compete for Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics, but a knee injury forced his withdrawal before the Games.
The U.S. men's national basketball team will be pursuing its fifth consecutive Olympic gold medal in Paris. But the path won't be easy.
Here's why LeBron James opts for the single-digit numeral during international competition.
By now, it is no secret that Jayson Tatum idolized Kobe Bryant. He will wear No. 10 at the Olympics in his hero's honor.
LeBron James and Stephen Curry have been pinned as rivals but the two generational stars have always been upfront about their admiration for each other's game.
Team USA will send a roster loaded with talent — and elder statesmen — to the 2024 Paris Olympics. How does this roster's age compare to the Dream Team and Redeem Team?
Take a look at the absurdity of Wembanyama's dunk and the measurements that allow him to do what seemingly no one else does.
Here's more on Wembanyama's show-stopping performance to open his Olympic career.
The Boomers got their Olympic campaign off to a winning start, securing a 92-80 win over Spain. The Sporting News tracked all the live updates, and scores from the Group A matchup.
From a Duke-bound teenager to a retirement-bound Brazilian point god -- someday, we think -- these are the best men's basketball players at every single age who will compete at the Paris Olympics.
The 2024 Paris Olympics men's basketball field is loaded with NBA stars. Who will be the best player in the tournament?
Here are the complete rosters for all 12 teams competing in the 2024 Olympic basketball tournament.
Take a closer look at the biggest differences between rules between FIBA and NBA basketball.
Russell Westbrook was traded to the Jazz earlier this offseason and waived by Utah, making him a free agent.
The Sporting News breaks down the odds to win a gold medal for men's basketball at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Charles Barkley has spoken out against the league following the impending end of NBA on TNT, and with it "Inside the NBA."
Sarah Effress
Barkley should have no shortage of options should he decide to leave TNT.
Edward Sutelan
Here's how the men's basketball teams stack up in the 2024 Olympics, from the USA to Japan.
Artificial intelligence picks for each group, medal and upsets in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
How tall is Giannis Antetokounmpo? Here's how he measures up to his peers.
Joel Embiid will make his debut as a United States Olympian at the 2024 Paris Games.
LeBron James and Anthony Davis' play in the Olympics is a good sign of things to come for the Lakers.
Here's why the Paris Games are Curry's first time on the Olympics stage.
The Australian Boomers face Spain in their Olympic Games opener. Here's everything you need to know including tip-off times and TV information.
As James looks to add another Olympic medal in 2024, here's a look at what he has accomplished throughout his international career.
From three-time gold medalist Kevin Durant to Olympic first-timers Stephen Curry and Joel Embiid, here is everything you need to know about the 2024 Olympic team.
Since the NBA Summer League tipped off, Grizzlies big man Zach Edey has skyrocketed up to the top of the Rookie of the Year odds board. Here's why he's suddenly the odds-on favorite to win the award, and whether he makes for a strong value bet at his current odds.
Sloan Piva
The way-too-early NBA Rookie of the Year odds have been released by the major sportsbooks. Here's where Alex Sarr, Zaccharie Risacher, and Bronny James rank on the odds board for next season's top rookie.
The Australian Opals have been dealt a massive blow on the eve of the Paris Olympics, with veteran and WNBA star Bec Allen ruled out of the competition due to injury.
Nikola Jokic and Serbia are looking to win the country its first gold medal in basketball at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The Paris Olympic basketball tournament will feature the most star-studded player pool ever assembled, with multiple All-Stars and former MVP's suiting up for their nations.
With NBC securing the NBA's television rights again, the fan-favorite "Roundball Rock" theme song could make a return.
One of Australia's most mercurial basketballers Ben Simmons has consistently been in the headlines, and not always for the right reasons in his career. Will he represent the Boomers at the Olympics?
Don't cry because "Inside the NBA" is potentially over, cry from laughter while you revisit these moments.
Turner Sports has lost the bidding war to secure the NBA's final television deal for the 2025-26 season onwards.
The NBA's current TV deal is set to expire after the 2024-25 season.
"Inside the NBA" is ending, leaving fans without their favorite foursome for NBA pregame, halftime and postgame content.
The beloved NBA analysis show faces an uncertain future after the network lost broadcasting rights.
The Boomers will be aiming to replicate their bronze medal win in Tokyo when they play at the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
Patty Mills helped lead Australia to their first ever medal in the men's basketball tournament at the last Olympics, but will he be returning in Paris for the 2024 Olympics?
Here is a look at the cumulative stats from the team's five exhibition games.
