Tyrese Maxey went off for 33 points in front of his Kentucky head coach, John Calipari. His performance adds to the list of Kentucky guards showing out in the NBA Playoffs.
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The 2023 NBA Draft Lottery odds are set now that the Play-In Tournament is over and the tiebreakers have been decided.
In 2018, Mikal Bridges was drafted by his hometown team and first-round opponent, the 76ers. He was traded from Philadelphia to Phoenix on draft night.
Heat star Tyler Herro suffered a broken right hand in Game 1.
Austin Reaves came up clutch in his NBA Playoffs debut, scoring 14 of his 23 points in the fourth quarter to put away the Grizzlies.
Why did Stephen Curry start wearing a shooting sleeve that covers his entire shoulder midway through the season? The Sporting News takes a deeper dive.
Ben Simmons has been sidelined since before the All-Star break with a knee and back injury.
The winner of Timberwolves vs. Thunder will claim the No. 8 seed in the West and a first-round date with the No. 1 seed Nuggets.
The Hawks' Play-In Tournament win over the Heat sets up a first-round date with the No. 2 seed Celtics.
You can find everything you need to know about the NBA's Play-In Tournament here.
The Pelicans emerged from the Play-In Tournament to qualify for the NBA Playoffs last year. Can they do it again against a young and feisty Thunder squad?
The No. 7 seed Lakers will host the No. 8 seed Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles for the Play-In Game.
Tempers flared between Rudy Gobert and Kyle Anderson during a Timberwolves timeout.
With the exception of the Play-In Tournament, the bracket is set for the 2023 NBA Playoffs.
The 2022-23 regular season has come to a close and the NBA Draft Lottery odds are set.
Jordans have been a staple of the NBA since the debut of the Air Jordan I in 1985.
With the NCAA Tournament coming to a close, all focus shifts to the NBA Draft Lottery and NBA Draft.
After Patrick Beverley hit LeBron James with the "too small" taunt over the weekend, Austin Reaves had his teammate's back on Wednesday.
Kyrie Irving had an honest response when he was asked about the Mavericks' playoff chances following their loss to the 76ers on Wednesday.
Damian Lillard has been playing through a calf injury but according to The Athletic's Shams Charania, the Trail Blazers are considering shutting down the star guard for the rest of the season.
LeBron James made his return from a foot injury against the Bulls on Sunday, coming off the bench for the second time in his career.
Ja Morant is currently away from the Grizzlies as the NBA investigates a video of the star guard with what appeared to be a gun on Instagram Live.
Filling in as a starter for Ja Morant, Tyus Jones went for 22 points and 11 assists to lead the Grizzlies over the Warriors.
Robert Williams III suffered a left hamstring injury in the Celtics' loss to the Nets on March 3.
Ben Simmons has been dealing with left knee soreness since the end of January.
The Nets' "Big Three" of Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and James Harden turned into one of the biggest "what ifs" in NBA history.
Kevin Durant suffered a knee injury in a game against the Heat on Jan. 8 and did not return to the contest.
LeBron James is expected to miss an indefinite period of time with a right foot injury. Can Anthony Davis and the new trade deadline additions step up to save the Lakers' season?
The Kings and Clippers combined for 351 points as Sacramento defeated LA in a double-overtime thriller on Friday.
Russell Westbrook went for a double-double of 17 points and 14 assists in his Clippers debut.
Giannis Antetokounmpo has suffered another injury setback in his first game out of the All-Star break.
With the NBA entering the unofficial second half of the season and March Madness right around the corner, it's time to take stock on the 2023 NBA Draft class.
Jayson Tatum scored an All-Star Game record 55 points to lead Team Giannis over Team LeBron.
Jayson Tatum set an All-Star Game record with 55 points, which earned him the Kobe Bryant All-Star Game MVP honor.
NBA Twitter reacts to Burna Boy, Tems and Rena's halftime performance at the 2023 NBA All-Star Game.
For the first time in NBA All-Star history, LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo drafted their teams school-yard style before the game.
The NBA switched to the "Elam Ending" format for the All-Star Game back in 2020 and it has been a hit ever since. But what is an Elam Ending?
Who is competing in the skills competitions on NBA All-Star weekend Saturday night?
There have been 86 perfect scores in NBA Slam Dunk Contest history.
Here, you can find all the players participating in NBA All-Star Weekend's Saturday festivities.
It can be tough to keep up with all the draft picks moved on trade deadline day. Take a look at an updated list of every NBA team's draft picks for the few years.
The trade deadline has passed but not before some blockbuster deals were made. Take a look at every trade made before the buzzer.
The 2023 NBA trade deadline is upon us, set for Thursday, Feb. 9 at 3 p.m. ET.
Kevin Durant has reportedly been traded to the Suns in a blockbuster deadline deal.
After his Mavericks debut, Kyrie Irving was asked about the reported blockbuster deal that sent Kevin Durant to the Suns.
The Lakers will send Russell Westbrook to the Jazz in a three-team trade with the Timberwolves.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar published an article on his Substack to clear the air on his feelings toward LeBron James breaking the all-time scoring record.
NBA legend Pau Gasol selected Magic star forward Paolo Banchero with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Rising Stars draft.
The Lakers will be one of the most interesting teams at the trade deadline as they look to put contender-level pieces around LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
The NBA announced the reserves for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game on Thursday. Who just missed the cut?
Tyrese Haliburton left the arena on crutches after the Pacers' loss to the Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Jan. 11.
With Kevin Durant out of the lineup, Kyrie Irving has caught fire to keep the Nets afloat.
LeBron James has passed Mark Jackson and Steve Nash to climb into the top five on the NBA's all-time assists leaderboard.
The NBA announced the player pool for the Rising Stars Game at 2023 NBA All-Star Weekend in Salt Lake City, Utah.
The Lakers had a chance to win the game on the final play of regulation but a missed foul call on LeBron James allowed the Celtics to extend the contest into overtime, coming away with a victory over Los Angeles.
On the three-year anniversary of Kobe Bryant's death, NBA players and teams paid tribute to the Black Mamba.
What has been the best dunk of the NBA season so far?
The NBA will debut its new "Rivals Week" from Tuesday, Jan. 24 to Saturday, Jan. 28.
The Lakers will reportedly acquire Rui Hachimura from the Wizards for Kendrick Nunn and three second-round picks.
With nine games of NBA action, teams paid tribute to the great Martin Luther King Jr. on the holiday.
LeBron James and Kevin Durant are still the leading vote-getters for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game.
Kevin Durant has been diagnosed with a sprained right MCL — his third lower-body injury in as many seasons.
TSN's Kyle Irving and Scott Rafferty discuss which one of Jayson Tatum and Luka Doncic will be better in five years.
Zion Williamson and Ja Morant are two of the most electrifying young players in the NBA today, but should Morant have been selected No. 1 over Williamson in 2019?
On his 38th birthday, LeBron James delivered one of his best games of the season in a win over the Hawks.
Who will be the 30 best players in the NBA five years from now? The debate isn't an easy one but one thing is for certain — the future of the league is in good hands.
Luka Doncic became the first player in NBA history to have a 60-point, 20-rebound, 10-assist triple-double in the Mavericks' improbable comeback win over the Knicks.
The 76ers are beginning to click and with Tyrese Maxey's imminent return, they'll soon receive a big boost to the momentum.
When the Lakers take on the Mavericks on Christmas Day in 2022, LeBron James will become the all-time leader in games played on the holiday.
With the Nuggets looking like contenders once again, Jamal Murray is shaping up to be the biggest X-factor in the Western Conference come playoff time.
Hubie Brown is on the broadcast for the Lakers-Mavericks Christmas Day game.
The Ontario Clippers took home the 2022 G League Winter Showcase championship. Who were some of the top performers?
The Warriors were dominated by the Nets from the opening tip in Brooklyn and head coach Steve Kerr was candid when addressing his team's struggles postgame.
The Bulls have been one of the most underwhelming teams in the NBA this season and even if they decide to blow it up, they may not have their 2023 first-round pick. Here's why.
Deandre Ayton and head coach Monty Williams were seen getting into it on the sidelines during Tuesday's game against the Wizards.
Which teams should join the sweepstakes for the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft?
The talent pool is growing rapidly in the NBA but there are still only 24 roster spots on the All-Star team. Which young players on the rise could make their first All-Star appearance this season?
In order to vote for NBA All-Stars this season, fans must create an NBA ID account on the NBA.com website.
The entire world was tuned in to the World Cup Final between Argentina and France on Sunday, including NBA stars like LeBron James, Trae Young, Manu Ginobili and more.
On Saturday, the Spurs and Heat will face off in Mexico City.
The Celtics lead by 20 in the third quarter, trailed by 12 late in the fourth quarter, needed a game-tying shot from Jayson Tatum to force overtime, then won in the extra period to defeat the Lakers.
Suns superstar Devin Booker is dealing with a left hamstring injury. Here is the latest on his potential return.
CBS News reported on Thursday that Brittney Griner has been freed from Russia in a prisoner swap with arms dealer Viktor Bout.
Devin Booker is making his late mentor Kobe Bryant proud, playing the best basketball of his career as he enters the MVP conversation.
Donovan Mitchell erupted for 43 points to hand LeBron James his second-ever loss in Cleveland as a visitor.
The 76ers are expected to have some help on the way as James Harden is nearing his return from a foot injury.
Zion Williamson is starting to look healthy, and that's a scary sight for the rest of the Western Conference.
The Sporting News has you covered with the latest updates on Ben Simmons' calf injury.
The Sporting News had seven members of its NBA Global staff rank their top-five MVP candidates. Here are the results.
Anthony Davis has played his best basketball of the season with his superstar running mate, LeBron James, on the sidelines. Should he remain the Lakers' go-to guy even when James returns from injury?
The Kings have a new winning tradition that has sparked their longest win streak since 2004.
After coming up two wins shy of the championship last season, Jayson Tatum has elevated his game to an MVP level as the Celtics look to return to the NBA Finals stage.
Ben Simmons is set to make his highly anticipated return to Philadelphia on Tuesday night.
ESPN's lead NBA Draft analyst, Jonathan Givony, had an incredibly accurate scouting report on Ben Simmons after his freshman year of college.
Kyrie Irving has been suspended since Nov. 3 after supporting a movie with antisemitic views.
Hawks rookie AJ Griffin earned the ultimate bragging rights over his father, Raptors assistant coach Adrian Griffin, after hitting a buzzer-beating alley-oop to win the game in overtime.
Giannis Antetokounmpo and Joel Embiid have quietly had some of the best one-on-one battles in the NBA in recent years.
The Champions Classic kicks off the first marquee matchups of college basketball season. Get to know the top prospects to watch this year.
The Indiana Fever have won the WNBA Draft Lottery for the first time in franchise history.
Through the first 10-plus games of the 2022 rookie class, Paolo Banchero and Bennedict Mathurin look head and shoulders above their competition.
The 2018 NBA Draft class is just getting settled in the league, but this group runs deeper than you might think.
The Nets announced on Wednesday that they have hired Jacque Vaughn as their next head coach.
All 30 NBA teams will play on Monday, Nov. 7. Here's why.
The Nets announced on Thursday that they will suspend Kyrie Irving for at least five games without pay.
Matt Ryan played unsung hero as the role player's game-tying 3-pointer leads the Lakers to an overtime win over the Pelicans.
Scoot Henderson and the G League Ignite are set to tip off their season on Friday, Nov. 4.
Nets general manager Sean Marks addressed the media after the team and head coach Steve Nash mutually agreed to part ways.
Suns center Deandre Ayton suffered an ankle injury in Friday's game against the Pelicans. How long will the No. 1 pick in the 2018 NBA Draft be sidelined?
These players can help out your fantasy basketball team early in the season.
Victor Wembanyama's Metropolitans 92 games will be streamed live on the NBA app.
Jordan Poole and Tyler Herro both received massive contract extensions this offseason. Which young star has a brighter future?
The 2023 NBA Draft class is headlined by two elite talents in Metropolitans 92's Victor Wembanyama and G League Ignite's Scoot Henderson.
Anthony Davis has been vocal about not wanting to play center, but it may be the Lakers' best chance to overcome their shooting woes.
Who was the No. 1 pick in the 2022 NBA G League Draft?
Damion Lee played an unlikely hero role as the Suns completed a 22-point comeback over the Mavericks.
Jimmy Butler caught the NBA world by surprise when he posted a video of an offseason workout with dreadlocks.
The Warriors selected James Wiseman with the No. 2 pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. He is set to return on 2022-23 Opening Night after missing the entire 2021-22 season with a meniscus tear.
The Celtics will run things back in 2022-23 with a similar roster we saw make a push to the NBA Finals last season, but some key offseason additions will shake up the lineups a bit.
When Udonis Haslem announced his return to the Heat for his 20th NBA season, it locked up his spot as the oldest player in the NBA at 42.
The Celtics unveiled a new Bill Russell-inspired 'City Edition' uniform ahead of the 2022-23 season.
Back-to-back MVP Nikola Jokic is the frontrunner to go first overall, but are there other candidates to consider?
Want to feel old? There are players from the 2022 NBA Draft class who were born in 2003.
10 members of our Sporting News staff participated in a fantasy basketball draft. Here are the results to help you get an idea of where players might be selected.
The Atlantic Division might just be the toughest in the entire NBA, with the Celtics, 76ers, Nets and Raptors all looking like playoff teams in 2023.
With the new NBA campaign tipping off on Oct. 18, the 2022-23 Fantasy Basketball season is right around the corner.
Keep an eye on these under-the-radar players throughout your Fantasy Basketball draft.
Who are the top 20 ranked players at each position in Fantasy Basketball for the 2022-23 season?
Sierra Canyon senior Bronny James, son of LeBron, has signed a NIL endorsement deal with Nike.
The presumed top-two picks in the 2023 NBA Draft put on a show in Las Vegas.
Following the Lakers preseason game in Las Vegas on Wednesday, LeBron James told the media he wants to bring a team to the Sin City.
LeBron James joins the rest of the NBA world in awe at the top prospect in the 2023 NBA Draft, Victor Wembanyama.
Scoot Henderson had nine assists and just two turnovers in the G League Ignite's win over Victor Wembanyama and Metropolitans 92.
Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson, the projected top two picks in the 2023 NBA Draft, are set to face off in a pair of exhibition games in Las Vegas on Oct. 4 and 6.
There's no doubt Victor Wembanyama has all of the tools to be a superstar in the NBA, but is he the best prospect the league has seen since LeBron James in 2003?
Suns stars Chris Paul and Devin Booker addressed the Robert Sarver situation publically for the first time at Media Day.
Kyrie Irving opened up to the media about how his vaccination status impacted his contract negotiations with the team last season.
Most of the players in the 2016 NBA Draft are entering their prime, making it an interesting time to revisit it.
In honor of arguably the greatest sixth man of all time being inducted into the Hall of Fame, members of our TSN staff share how they'll remember Manu Ginobili's career.
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Is Giannis Antetokounmpo or Kevin Durant the best power forward in NBA 2K23?
Is cover-star Devin Booker the highest-rated shooting guard in NBA 2K23?
Is reigning two-time MVP Nikola Jokic the best center in NBA 2K23?
Is LeBron James still the highest-rated small forward in NBA 2K?
Is Stephen Curry the highest-rated point guard in NBA 2K once again?
The release of NBA 2K23 is almost here, set for Friday, Sept. 9.
NBA 2K23 released on Friday, Sept. 9.
Giannis Antetokounmpo went down with an ankle injury in Greece's final group stage game at EuroBasket 2022. Here's everything we know about the situation.
The release of NBA 2K23 is set for Friday, Sept. 9.
Giannis Antetokounmpo has taken EuroBasket 2022 by storm, dominating his competition in a familiar fashion to NBA fans.
After five seasons in Utah, the Jazz have traded three-time All-Star Donovan Mitchell to the Cavaliers.
A new edition of NBA 2K is right around the corner.
These players will be taking on much larger roles for their countries at EuroBasket 2022.
There are plenty of current NBA players suiting up for their countries at EuroBasket 2022, but what other familiar names will you see pop up on rosters?
Ahead of EuroBasket 2022, members of The Sporting News staff give their picks and predictions.
RJ Barrett's extension throws a wrench into potential trade talks between the Knicks and Jazz for Donovan Mitchell.
EuroBasket 2022 is set to tip off on Thursday, Sept. 1.
Thunder star and 2022 No. 2 overall pick Chet Holmgren has been ruled out for his entire rookie season due to a Lisfranc injury.
Three members of our Sporting News staff ranked their three favorite pairs of Jordan Player Exclusives.
The Nets announced that Durant and the franchise "have agreed to move forward with our partnership," keeping Durant in Brooklyn.
Udonis Haslem confirmed on Sunday that he will return to the Heat for his 20th season in Miami.
LeBron James has reportedly signed a two-year contract extension worth $97.1 million with the Lakers, per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
The Knicks will open their 2022-23 season with a matchup against the Grizzlies.
The Celtics will open their 2022-23 season with a matchup against the 76ers.
The Lakers will open their 2022-23 season with a matchup against the Warriors.
With the announcement of the 2022-23 NBA schedule, we're one step closer to seeing the 2022 rookie class take the floor.
The NBA announced that 2022 Opening Night will display both teams from last year's NBA Finals when the Celtics host the 76ers and the Warriors host the Lakers.
On Monday, NBA insider Marc Stein reported that an unnamed NBA executive said Kevin Durant is more likely to retire than play for the Nets. The All-Star forward quickly shot down that rumor.
Bronny James threw down a poster dunk overseas that had social media timelines buzzing everywhere on Monday.
On Thursday, the NBA announced that Bill Russell's jersey No. 6 will be retired across the entire league. Which current NBA players wear his number?
On Thursday, NBA 2K23 announced the return of the Jordan Challenge game mode, which was originally introduced in NBA 2K11.
The Warriors needed to fill the void left behind by Gary Payton II leaving in free agency, and they found their Payton replacement in Donte DiVincenzo.
Storm legend Sue Bird played her final regular season game in Seattle on Sunday after 21 seasons with the franchise.
Jalen Green's game really clicked at the end of his rookie season, giving us a glimpse of what the No. 2 pick is capable of as a scorer. How can he build on that momentum heading into Year 2?
If Russell Westbrook's struggles continue, would the Lakers benefit from him coming off the bench?
On Friday, the first official trailer was released for NBA 2K23. Here are 10 nuggets you may have missed.
The Warriors have signed second-round pick Ryan Rollins to a three-year, $4.8 million deal.
The Celtics have reportedly offered Jaylen Brown in a trade package to the Nets for former MVP Kevin Durant.
We're three weeks in to free agency but these top players are still available on the market.
As Jaylen Brown and the Celtics look to return to the NBA Finals next season, the All-Star guard will have to improve as a ball-handler to take his game another step forward.
On Duncan Robinson's podcast "The Long Shot," Celtics forward Grant Williams said he still does not believe the Warriors were the better team in the 2022 NBA Finals.
The Sporting News will keep you updated on all of the Durant drama as more reports emerge from the situation.
With Las Vegas Summer League behind us, which players performed well enough to crack the All-Summer League teams?
Summer League has come to a close in Las Vegas as the Trail Blazers took home the championship.
Looking for some spark notes on NBA Summer League? We have you covered with every team's best player from the Las Vegas tournament.
With the Pacers extending a max offer sheet to Deandre Ayton, a potential Kevin Durant-to-Phoenix gets a little more complicated.
Kevin Durant named Miami as one of his preferred destinations for a trade, but can the Heat gather enough assets to make it happen?
With the first weekend of Las Vegas Summer League behind us, who were the biggest winners and losers from the first few games?
The Warriors just won an NBA title without the No. 2 overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft playing a single game this season. The 21-year-old could be a secret weapon for the reigning champs next season.
Top-five picks Chet Holmgren and Keegan Murray have made their mark on Summer League so far.
Follow along as The Sporting News tracks all of the notable signings and trades in NBA free agency.
The Nets and Lakers are "actively engaged" in trade discussions centered around Kyrie Irving and Russell Westbrook, Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes reports.
According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Timberwolves have acquired three-time Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert in a blockbuster deal with the Jazz.
Ja Morant has signed a five-year, $193 million designated rookie max contract extension with the Grizzlies, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reports.
NBA teams made a big splash on Day 1 of free agency, spending approximately $1.5 billion combined.
Kevin Durant has set the NBA world ablaze by formally requesting a trade from the Nets.
Is your favorite team in need of a point guard? Take a look at the best players available at that position in free agency.
Given their spending limitations, who could the Lakers target in free agency to address their biggest needs?
Kyrie Irving has reportedly told The Athletic's Shams Charania that he will opt into the final year of his contract and remain with the Nets next season.
The 2022 NBA Draft has come and gone. Which franchise had the most successful draft night?
According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Hornets have hired Steve Clifford to fill their head coaching vacancy.
