Vinsanity: Raptors legend Vince Carter eclipses 25,000 points against former team

In an otherwise forgettable loss, Vince Carter became the 22nd player in NBA history to surpass 25,000 points -- and he did so against the team where it all started.

Kyle Lowry's triple-double leads Raptors past Hawks

With Kawhi Leonard resting, Kyle Lowry added to his franchise-record total of triple-doubles in Wednesday's win.

Raptors blowout Hawks on night Vince Carter passes 25,000 points

The Toronto Raptors make it three straight wins with a 124-108 win over the young Atlanta Hawks.

Will the Raptors take care of business against the Hawks?

A tough four-game road trip comes to an end for the Raptors on Wednesday when they travel to Atlanta to take on the Hawks.

Around the NBA: Monday's top highlights and storylines

Kemba Walker explodes to be the Celtics, the Clippers win their fifth straight and the Bucks beat the Nuggets in another close one

Around the NBA: Saturday night's top moments and highlights

Kemba Walker piled on the points with a franchise-record 60 points in a loss to Philly, while the Lakers and Warriors both came up short on the road.

NBA Rookie Ladder: Who sits on top?

Trae Young joins Luka Doncic at the top, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander comes on strong and Wendell Carter Jr. joins the party.

Around the NBA: Rockets soar, Nuggets dominate, Clippers impress

The Houston Rockets showed they're still a legitimate contender in the West, as the Nuggets snapped a losing streak and the Clippers held on late.

Around the League: Tuesday's top highlights, performers and storylines

The injury-depleted Cavs get their second win, James Harden and the Rockets re-discover their offence, while Atlanta pushed Golden State to the final buzzer.

Kevin Durant says he, Warriors teammate Draymond Green haven't resolved issues

The Warriors stars engaged in a sideline argument during a game Monday. Reports said the back-and-forth continued in the locker room.

Around the League: Sunday's top highlights, performers and storylines

Harden goes for 40, the Bucks get another impressive road win and the Lakers win their third straight

Friday's top highlights, performers and storylines

Gordon Hayward made his return to Utah, Nikola Jokic put together a monster double-double and Joel Embiid had another masterpiece.

Around the League: Wednesday's top highlights and performers

Hassan Whiteside put on a show in Miami, the Utah Jazz win their first home game, while the Lakers hang on to beat the Timberwolves in a thriller.

Around the League: Tuesday's top highlights and performers

CJ McCollum caught fire against the Bucks, while rookies Luka Doncic, Deandre Ayton, Miles Bridges and Trae Young impressed.

Around the League: Saturday's top highlights, performers and storylines

Joel Embiid vs. Andre Drummond, Victor Oladipo's game-winner, Trae Young's big night and more

Rookie Ladder: Who has been the best so far?

Checking in on who has impressed the most so far. Is it Luka Doncic? Deandre Ayton? Trae Young? Shai Gilgeous-Alexander?

Around the League: Thursday's top highlights, performers and storylines

From the Celtics knocking off the Bucks to De'Aaron Fox's career night and everything in between.

Around the League: Tuesday's top highlights, performers and storylines

Kyrie Irving put in his best performance of the season, OKC found a new gear against the Clippers and the Rockets' offensive headaches continue.

NBA trade rumors: Which big men could soon hit open market?

Sporting News spoke with a few NBA executives to get a grip on some of the big men who could be hitting the trade market this winter — and those who probably won’t.

Around the League: Monday's top highlights, performers and storylines

A full night of NBA action consisted of record-breaking, highlights and a few games coming down to the wire.

Around the League: Saturday's top highlights, performers and storylines

The Bucks remain undefeated while the Pelicans and Pistons took their first loss and the Lakers fell short against the Spurs again

Trae Young embarrasses Luka Doncic, Mavs with back-to-back filthy moves

Trae Young's first dribble set up his wipeout blow.

Around the League: Wednesday's top highlights, storylines

Wednesday night's action had everything from Stephen Curry's 51 points in three quarters to Giannis Antetokounmpo's 30-point triple-double

All eyes are on Doncic and Young

After being traded for one another on draft night, the two rookies will be compared for years to come but it's becoming more and more evident that the two landed in the right spot.

Young, Harris and Fox stand out in Sunday's action

Check out highlights and top performances from the four games on Sunday's schedule.

Around the league: Friday's top highlights, performers and storylines

Friday's action included a nine game slate featuring some of the league's top teams and talent.

Part II - Superlatives for the Class of 2018

Who is most likely to win Rookie of the Year? Which rookie is most likely to break the all-time 3-point record? Let's take a look in Part 2 of our NBA Rookie Yearbook.

Giannis, AD and DeRozan stand out in night full of NBA action

The second night of the NBA season featured a full slate of 11 games and we've got you covered with scores and the biggest highlights from the night.

What to watch for in the second night of the NBA season

There are 11 games on tap for the second night of the NBA season.

Get to know the new head coaches

Eight NBA teams hired new head coaches this past offseason. Here's what you need to know about each of them.

Breakout candidates for each team in the East

From Atlanta's Taurean Prince to Washington's Kelly Oubre Jr.

Milestones to keep an eye on this season

LeBron James, Vince Carter, Dirk Nowitzki, Russell Westbrook, Chris Paul and Stephen Curry are set to break a number of milestones in 2018-19.

Rookie Ladder: Who are the best entering the regular season?

Creative playmakers, dominant post players, lights out shooters ... this rookie class has it all. As the next wave of future stars begins their journey, who will emerge as the king of the mountain?

On NBATV Canada: Jazz vs. Kings (10 p.m. ET)

Live updates, scores and schedule for today's NBA preseason games.

6 must-watch coming-of-age games in 18-19

Including Trae Young vs. Stephen Curry and Deandre Ayton vs. Joel Embiid.

Lonzo's debut, Young's game-winner highlights Wednesday's action

The Wizards, Magic, Hawks, Heat, Bulls, Trail Blazers and Lakers all picked up wins in tonight's slate of preseason games

WATCH: Trae Young hits deep 3-pointer to beat the Spurs

Trae Young nailed a deep game-winning triple to help the Hawks beat the Spurs.

What to watch for in Sunday's preseason games

Storylines to watch in Sunday's preseason action (all times Eastern).

Gordon, Powell, Thompson headlined Friday night's preseason action

Klay Thompson and Kevin Durant combined for 56 points in Seattle while Aaron Gordon posted 29 points in Orlando. Norman Powell scored 21 in a win for the Raptors.

5 Rookies expected to make immediate impact

These are the rookies who are most well equipped to immediately succeed in their NBA careers.

30 teams in 30 days: Atlanta Hawks

From their projected record to five games to watch, here's everything you need to know about the Hawks heading into the season.

The future Chris Paul and Clint Capela of the East?

Trae Young and John Collins give the Hawks a talented foundation the franchise hopes to one day build a contender around.

Scores and highlights from Day 4 of preseason action

The Sixers, Knicks, Hawks and Kings all earned wins on the fourth night of the 2018 preseason.

Schröder is a fascinating gamble for Thunder

Schröder is a dynamic player, but one who has some glaring flaws.

Steve Nash's influence on current generation

From Chris Paul to Trae Young, Steve Nash has a tremendous influence on the NBA's current generation of point guards.

Duke's trio, key returns and pick swaps: What to expect from the 2019 NBA Draft

Considering the increasing importance put on the draft in recent years, it’s worth examining how the 2019 NBA Draft will shape up. Here's what to look for in the coming months.

WATCH: Carter talks about his new role with the Hawks

Entering his 21st season, Carter plans to mentor the Hawks' young players on how to find their career blueprint.

Biggest offseason move each Southeast Division team made

From Atlanta's mid-summer dealings to Washington's acquisition of Austin Rivers.

Which NBA rookies are ready to make immediate impact?

Top-five picks like Luka Doncic and Trae Young aren't the only NBA rookies ready to contribute.

Best of 2018 Rookie Photo Shoot

The talented 2018 draft class gathered in New York Sunday for the league's annual Rookie Photo Shoot.

NBA schedule release 2018: Trail Blazers, Wizards get creative with reveals on Twitter

Portland and Washington were among the teams that had the most fun announcing their season slates.

Team Canada get spirits lifted by Vince Carter

The Brampton Breakdown boys got their spirits lifted with a surprise visit from Vince Carter.

Track Eastern Conference player movement

Team World edges Team Africa in 2018 NBA Africa Game

Gallinari's clutch performance proved to be the difference as Team World escaped with a 96-92 victory over Team Africa.

Vince Carter on shocking Raptors trade, possible retirement and ring-chaser mentality

Will the 2018-19 season be Vince Carter's farewell tour? The new Hawks guard dishes on his potential retirement, post-basketball plans and much more.

Ibaka, Siakam and Ujiri to particpate in NBA Africa Game

The game will be played in support of the Nelson Mandela Foundation.

Reports: Melo clears waivers, one step closer to Rockets

Anthony is expected to join Chris Paul and James Harden on the Rockets now that he is an unrestricted free agent.

Can trade to Thunder unleash Dennis Schroder's full potential?

Schroder has the potential to keep the Thunder afloat whenever Russell Westbrook isn't on the court.

Report: Carter to sign 1-year deal with Hawks

Vince Carter will join the Atlanta Hawks, add a much-needed veteran presence.

Are the Rockets next for Carmelo?

As for the Thunder, the trade gives them financial relief and another playmaker in Dennis Schröder.

Reports: Three-team deal sends Carmelo to Atlanta, Schröder to OKC

Reports indicate Anthony will be bought out by Atlanta in the coming days.

NBA scouts break down best, worst of Trae Young's summer league performances

A pair of NBA talent evaluators spoke with SN about what they saw from different aspects of Trae Young’s game this summer.

How did top picks fare this summer?

With the exception of third overall pick Luka Doncic, each of the top 10 picks in the 2018 draft participated in at least one of this year's summer leagues.

Fast facts about Hawks 5'5 sensation Junior Robinson

In his final Summer League showing, the Atlanta Hawks guard scored 20 points in a win over the Los Angeles Clippers.

Burton, pair of Robinsons among Friday's standouts

A look at top performers from the eighth day of action at the MGM Resorts NBA Summer League

Report: Jeremy Lin is on the move

It wasn't the only trade the Nets made on Thursday.

Powell: Give Young time before judging

The Hawks' star rookie still has plenty of time to make impact on team and the league.

A recap of early games between top rookies in Vegas

Aside from Luka Doncic (No. 3 overall), each of the top 10 picks from the 2018 NBA Draft is set to participate in Summer League play. In a span of 15 days, over 80 games will be played, and a number of top picks faced off against one another.

Ayton, Knox among Summer League Standouts in Vegas

A look at top performers from the second day of action at the MGM Resorts NBA Summer League.

Grayson Allen, Trae Young get T'd up in summer league clash; Twitter weighs in

The rookie guards get feisty during their matchup. Social media denizens then have their say.

Rookie standouts from Utah and Sacramento leagues

The Nos. 2 and 4 picks in the 2018 NBA Draft delivered impressive performances as Summer League play opened and a number of others made names for themselves throughout the week.

2018 Undrafted free agent tracker

For players not selected on Thursday, the focus shifts to joining summer league rosters and signing two-way contracts in pursuit of their NBA dreams.

NBA Draft picks 2018: Results, grades, analysis for every selection

Here are the NBA Draft results, complete with grades and analysis for each pick.

NBA Draft picks 2018: Complete list of results for Rounds 1 and 2

A complete recap of the 2018 NBA Draft picks.

NBA Draft 2018: Five players who figure to underperform their draft position

Not every NBA Draft pick produces at a level that matches or exceeds where he's selected. SN has identified five first-round selections in the 2018 draft who could similarly fall short.

Notable undrafted players from years past

Each year, a number of talented players do not hear their name called on draft night. From Wesley Matthews to Fred VanVleet, here are 10 of the best undrafted players since 2008.

Will draft gambles by Hawks, Mavs, Nuggets pay off?

There were 60 players selected in Thursday’s NBA Draft, but there is much invested in the star power of three guys: Luka Doncic, Trae Young and Michael Porter Jr.

Draft-night trade tracker

The 2018 draft could see big names on the move as contending teams look to retool in order to compete with the back-to-back champion Warriors.

Best quotes from top picks in 2018 draft

Catch up on the best quotes from the star-studded 2018 draft class.

Standouts from the 2018 Draft Combine

Mohamed Bamba, Grayson Allen, Donte DiVinCenzo and Josh Okogie are among the participants that wowed during the 2018 NBA Draft Combine.

NBA Draft 2018 trades: Tracking draft-night deals

NBA Draft night usually includes a flurry of trade activity. SN is keeping track of the deals that take place at the 2018 draft.

Prospect profile: Luka Doncic

After a successful season in Europe, Luka Doncic has everyone excited as he prepares for the next step in his basketball journey.

NBA Mock Draft 2018: Grizzlies surprise in top five; Cavs take risk on potential star

NBA Draft day is here, and we’re so excited, we’re bringing you our final installment of the Mock Draft. (These picks will certainly all be correct.)

NBA Draft picks 2018: Results, instant analysis for every selection

Here are the NBA Draft results, complete with grades and analysis for each pick.

NBA Draft picks 2018: Complete list of results for Rounds 1-2

A complete recap of the 2018 NBA Draft picks.

NBA Mock Draft 2018, two-round edition

What will the Kings do at No. 2? How many trades will we see in the first round? There are still plenty of questions ahead of the 2018 NBA Draft, but here's our best guess at what happens with each pick.

When is the 2018 NBA Draft?

Here is everything you need to know about the 2018 NBA Draft.

Southeast Division draft preview: Will Hornets deal Kemba on draft night?

While three teams from the Southeast Division possess lottery picks in the 2018 NBA Draft, all five could be major movers on draft night.

Final Big Board rankings ahead of NBA Draft night

The 2018 NBA Draft is just days away, which means it’s time to lock in a final set of prospect rankings. Here's how our Big Board looks ahead of draft night.

Report: Gilgeous-Alexander among Green Room invitees

Canadian Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will be among the draft potentials in the green room at Barclays.

Report: Hawks could trade for Faried

The rebuilding Atlanta Hawks could be in play to acquire seldom-used Nuggets forward Kenneth Faried, per various reports.

NBA Mock Draft: Predicting full first round

Workouts, trade rumors and smokescreens. It's all there with the 2018 NBA Draft fast approaching. Let's see how the first round goes down in our latest Mock Draft.

NBA Draft 2018 Big Board: Zhaire Smith rising, Mo Bamba slipping in latest rankings

With less than two weeks until the 2018 NBA Draft, who tops SN's latest Big Board? Here's a look at our list of this year's top prospects.

Report: Doncic won't withdraw from Draft

Luca Doncic is reportedly staying in the mix for the 2018 Draft.

Ranking top 60 prospects on latest Big Board

With less than two weeks until the 2018 NBA Draft, who tops our latest Big Board? Here's a look at the list of this year's top prospects.

Bagley: I should be No. 1 pick, not Ayton

Bagley thinks he, not Deandre Ayton, deserves to be at the top of the draft and got a chance to make his case in an individual workout with the Suns on Friday.

Ayton after Suns workout: 'I'm going No. 1'

The 7-foot-1, 250-pound center went through what he said would be his only pre-draft workout and expressed supreme confidence that the Suns will use the No. 1 overall pick to select him.

NBA Draft 2018: Predicting picks 1-30 in the first round

As top prospects begin ramping up their workouts, Sporting News' Sean Deveney breaks down the first round with his NBA Mock Draft projections.

NBA Mock Draft 2018: With combine complete, how does first round go down?

As top prospects begin ramping up their workouts, we break down the first round with new NBA Mock Draft projections.

Mitchell, Simmons lead All-Rookie team

Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell and Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Ben Simmons were unanimously selected to the 2017-18 NBA All-Rookie First Team after receiving first-place votes on all 100 ballots from a global panel of sportswriters and broadcasters.

NBA Mock Draft 2018, post-lottery edition: Suns, Cavs make tough calls with first-round picks

The Suns are officially on the clock after securing the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft lottery. Will they go with Luka Doncic or Deandre Ayton?

Doncic's agent: NBA decision won't come down to specific team

Luka Doncic created a stir when he told reporters that he was not sure he would be playing his final games for Real Madrid. His agent, Bill Duffy, addressed those comments.

Luka Doncic unsure if he will play in NBA next season

"I am still weighing my options and I will make that decision at the end of the season," Doncic said in a news conference on Thursday.

The consensus 2018 NBA Mock Draft

Will the Suns go with Deandre Ayton or Luka Doncic at No. 1?

NBA Mock Draft 2018: Full first-round breakdown with lottery order set

The Suns are officially on the clock after securing the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft lottery. Will they go with Luka Doncic or Deandre Ayton?

Biggest winners and losers from 2018 NBA Draft lottery

The Suns snagged the No. 1 pick, De'Aaron Fox and the Kings vaulted up the board and the Mavericks fell into a difficult spot on NBA Draft lottery night.

NBA Draft lottery 2018: Full results, pick order for first round

The Suns won the NBA Draft lottery on Tuesday night, capturing the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft.

NBA Draft lottery winners and losers: Suns, Kings smiling; Mavs, Pistons lacking luck

The Suns snagged the No. 1 pick, De'Aaron Fox and the Kings vaulted up the board and the Mavericks fell into a difficult spot on NBA Draft lottery night.

Draft prospect Trae Young says Steve Nash is the player he looks up to

Although he draws comparison to Stephen Curry, Trae Young says his favourite player is Steve Nash.

NBA Draft 2018: Jami Gertz represents Hawks at draft lottery and surprises NBA Twitter

Jami Gertz turned a few heads on Twitter after she represented the AtlantaHawks during the NBA Draft lottery.

NBA Draft Combine primer: Mystery prospects to watch, biggest early-entry questions

With the NBA Draft Combine quickly approaching, here are the top storylines you should follow at the annual event.

Trae Young says Steve Nash is his favorite player

Although he draws comparison to Stephen Curry, Trae Young says his favorite player is Steve Nash.

Which NBA Draft prospects have most on line at this year's combine?

With the NBA Draft Combine quickly approaching, here are the top storylines you should follow at the annual event.

Breaking down who each NBA Draft lottery team would select No. 1 (with scout's help)

Luka Doncic and Deandre Ayton are the favorites to go first overall in the 2018 NBA Draft, but a pair of wildcards might wind up in the mix if the lottery pans out just right.

Full results, pick order from 2018 NBA Draft lottery

The Suns won the NBA Draft lottery on Tuesday night, putting the franchise in position to take young talent like Luka Doncic or Deandre Ayton with the No. 1 overall pick.

Who would be the No. 1 overall pick for each NBA Draft lottery team?

Luka Doncic and Deandre Ayton are the favorites to go first overall in the 2018 NBA Draft, but a pair of wildcards might wind up in the mix if the lottery pans out just right.

When is NBA Draft lottery? Best odds for No. 1 pick ahead of 2018 NBA Draft

The latest NBA standings, odds and projections ahead of the 2018 NBA Draft lottery.

When is NBA Draft lottery? Best odds for No. 1 pick ahead of 2018 NBA Draft

The latest NBA standings, odds and projections ahead of the 2018 NBA Draft lottery.

Hawks reach agreement in principle with Lloyd Pierce to become team's head coach

“This is a day I’ve been working towards for a long time and it’s an honor to be the head coach of the Atlanta Hawks,” Pierce said.

NBA Mock Draft 2018: Suns, Grizzlies snag top prospects; Cavs pick perfect partner for LeBron

Who goes No. 1? Here's how the first round looks in our latest NBA Mock Draft.

NBA Mock Draft 2018: Suns, Grizzlies snag top prospects; Cavs pick perfect partner for LeBron

The NBA playoffs are underway, which also means the collection of teams hoping to land the No. 1 pick in the 2018 NBA Draft via the lottery is set. Here's how the first round goes down in Sporting News' latest NBA Mock Draft.

Karl-Anthony Towns' career night helps Wolves keep pace in playoff race

Karl-Anthony Towns scored a franchise-record 56 points and added 15 rebounds as Minnesota defeated Atlanta.

Ben Simmons roasts Hawks in 'PUBG' stream with Karl-Anthony Towns

Ben Simmons played some "PUBG" with Karl-Anthony Towns Tuesday night and got a little dig in on the Hawks as well.

Hawks-Kings game delayed, then played as Sacramento protest blocks fans outside arena

People protesting the shooting death of Stephon Clark by Sacramento police were successful in disrupting Thursday's NBA game in the city.

Raptors pull away from stubborn Hawks, win fifth straight

The Raptors rode a big late-game surge to a 106-90 victory over Atlanta on Tuesday.

NBA wrap: Bucks power past 76ers

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks picked up a solid win over the 76ers on Sunday.

AND1 legend Hot Sauce dishes on breaking Hawks fans' ankles, favorite mixtape memories

Sporting News caught up with Philip Champion, better known as Hot Sauce, to chat about his new fan challenge at Hawks games and his favorite memories of the AND1 mixtape tour.

NBA trade rumors: Hawks holding fire sale at deadline, but no one is buying

With the Hawks at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings, Atlanta's front office is in sell mode ahead of the trade deadline. The problem? Teams aren't interested in the assets the Hawks hold.

Hawks give weird tribute to Dwight Howard's one season with team

The Hawks thought Dwight Howard's one season with the team was enough cause for celebration.

Raptors cruise to easy win over Hawks

Here are three takeaways from Toronto's 108-93 win over the Hawks in Atlanta on Wednesday.

NBA schedule: Week of Jan. 22 games include Celtics-Warriors, Cavaliers-Spurs

The top games in the NBA this week are headlined by a showdown between the East-leading Celtics and West-leading Warriors.

NBA schedule: Week of Jan. 15 games include full MLK Day lineup, Warriors-Cavs

This week's NBA schedule includes a few highly-anticipated matchups between top teams, including Warriors vs. Cavs and Warriors vs. Rockets.

NBA schedule: Week of Jan. 8 games include Cavs-Raptors and Warriors-Bucks

A matchup between two Eastern Conference contenders highlights this week's NBA schedule.

Raptors cruise past Hawks 111-98 on Friday

Toronto bounces back strong after dropping two straight earlier in the week.

Raptors Ibaka suspended one game for violation of team rules

Ibaka will sit out Raptors game Friday night against Atlanta.

Raptors, Thunder trade big leads in OKC victory

Toronto squandered a 12-point advantage in a loss to Russell Westbrook, Paul George and the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday.

NBA schedule: Week of Dec. 25 NBA games, including premier Christmas Day matchups

Cavs-Warriors highlights the NBA Christmas Day schedule, but the rest of the week also packs a few must-see games.

Thursday scores and highlights

A look around the NBA for Thursday night's scores and highlights.

Oladipo leads Pacers past Nuggets

Oladipo has been the best player in the offseason trade that sent Paul George to Oklahoma City.

Saturday's NBA scores, highlights

A look around the NBA's scores and highlights from Saturday.

Dewayne Dedmon makes big strides (and maybe big money) by changing game within Hawks' system

After only taking one 3-pointer in his career prior to the 2016-17 season, Hawks center Dewayne Dedmon has taken coach Mike Budenholzer's advice to heart: "He told me to let it fly."

Irving leads Celtics past Bucks

The Celtics continue to pace the Eastern Conference thanks to big performances from point guard Kyrie Irving.

Raptors bench leads 112-73 dismantling of Atlanta Hawks

The Toronto Raptors bench combines for 56 points in 112-73 win over Atlanta Hawks.

Friday scores and highlights

A look at the scores and highlights from Friday night around the NBA.

Irving leads Celtics to another win

Boston has now won 16 straight games after opening the season with two loses.

Saturday NBA scores and highlights

A look at the scores and highlights from around the NBA Saturday night.

Bucks, Wizards win fourth straight

Bucks, Wizards win fourth straight games to move up in East.

LeBron James' IG post: A multiple-choice quiz on what it means

LeBron watchers had something to chew on after King James put up a cryptic Instagram post after Kyrie Irving helped the Celtics extend their winning streak to nine Monday night.

NBA wrap: Cavs fall to Hawks

The Cavaliers have looked out of sorts early this season.

Thursday scores and highlights

NBA scores and highlights from Thursday's action.

Can Lakers snag two stars? Teams with big cap space ahead of 2018 offseason

While there are other franchises that can clear significant space, these look like the most likely major players in the 2018 offseason.

Dominique Wilkins still thinks he beat Michael Jordan in 1988 Slam Dunk Contest

For all the points Dominique Wilkins scored, he’s best known for the slam dunk.