Celtics vs. Heat: Predictions and expert picks for Eastern Conference Finals

In anticipation of the Eastern Conference Finals, members of our NBA staff identify one matchup to watch and make their picks for the series and the newly-introduced Conference Finals MVP award.

Will Patrice Bergeron retire? Hockey world awaits Bruins legend's decision

As the seconds ticked down on Boston's Game 7 loss to the Hurricanes, Bruins fans' attention quickly shifted to the future of their captain.

What channel is Leafs vs. Lightning on today?

The Leafs will look to start the 2022 NHL playoffs on the right foot with a Game 1 win over the Lightning on Monday. Here's how to watch all the action.

What channel is Heat vs. Hawks on today? Game 3 TV schedule, live streams, start time for 2022 NBA playoff game

The Atlanta Hawks are facing a must-win situation as they head back home for Game 3 of their best of seven series against the Miami Heat. Here's all the information you need to catch the game.

Knicks' RJ Barrett ascending into stardom and side-stepping the Ja Morant and Zion Williamson 2019 NBA draft shadow

Since the All-Star break, just five players are averaging over 26 points, six rebounds, four assists, and two made 3-pointers per game. The names? Kevin Durant, LeBron James, Luka Doncic, Jayson Tatum... and RJ Barrett. In his third season, Barrett is blossoming into the star Knicks' fans have been waiting for.

LeBron's 5 most unbreakable records: Lakers' LeBron James aims to add NBA's all-time points to list

LeBron James continues to re-write the NBA record books. These are his records that will likely never be touched.

Warriors coach Steve Kerr sounds off on Celtics guard Marcus Smart: 'I thought it was a dangerous play'

Warriors head coach Steve Kerr didn't take too kindly to Marcus Smart's hustle play that led to Stephen Curry's ankle injury. Golden State's bench boss went as far as to call it a 'dangerous play'.

Four fixes for Warriors' floundering title odds entering crowded Western Conference playoff race

With just 15 games left in the regular season, we asked four of our writers to identify the four biggest problems plaguing the Warriors along with four possible fixes.

How South Carolina's Aliyah Boston can become even more of a nightmare to guard

South Carolina's Aliyah Boston is one of the most dominant scorers in college basketball, but there's one area of her game that will take her to another level and keep opposing coaches tossing and turning at night.

Iowa basketball star Caitlin Clark is using her spotlight to level the playing field in college athletics and inspire the next generation

Homegrown star Caitlin Clark has the captured the attention of the nation will her play on the court over the last two seasons. With the added attention, she's hoping it can level the playing field in collegiate sports and inspire the next generation.

The 1971 Pittsburgh Pirates: The team that made baseball history and Black history on the same day

The '71 Pirates may be one of baseball's most memorable World Series champions. From the cast of characters to the star power, the '71 Bucs had it all. But on one day in September, the Pirates made league history and Black history by just playing ball.

Biggest NBA storylines for final stretch of regular season: Will Lakers, Nets get back on track?

With All-Star weekend behind us, our attention shifts focus to the final remaining 20-plus games of the regular season. Will preseason title favorites like the Nets and Lakers turn things around?

Raptors trade details: Thaddeus Young headed to Toronto in exchange for Goran Dragic

The Toronto Raptors have reportedly struck a deal to land Thaddeus Young before Thursday's 3 pm ET deadline.

Domantas Sabonis trade details: Pacers send All-Star to Kings for Tyrese Haliburton, Buddy Hield

The Pacers have reportedly traded their All-Star forward Domantas Sabonis to the Kings for a pair of guards in Tyrese Haliburton and Buddy Hield.

NBA All-Star Game 2022: LaMelo Ball, Dejounte Murray named as injury replacements

LaMelo Ball and Dejounte Murray will replace the injured Kevin Durant and Draymond Green respectively at the 2022 NBA All-Star Game in Cleveland.

Rajon Rondo trade grades: Lakers clear roster spot in three-team trade with Cavaliers and Knicks

The Lakers have cleared a roster spot in a three-team trade with the Cavs and Knicks, but what does that mean?

NBA New Year's Eve 2021: Predictions, Betting odds, lines, point spreads and over/under

NBA's New Year's Eve slate provides 10 games for sports bettors to wager on.

NBA Rookie Ladder: Scottie Barnes holds off hard-charging Cade Cunningham, Evan Mobley

Scottie Barnes takes the No. 1 spot on the post-Christmas NBA Rookie Ladder, but the race remains close.

Can anyone break Curry's record?

Will anyone have a shot at breaking Stephen Curry's 3-point field goals record?

Is Draymond Green an all-time great defender?

Draymond Green is once again quarterbacking the league's best defense. In the process, the Warriors big man is entering a realm of all-time greatness on that end of the floor.

Grab your popcorn for McDavid vs. Crosby

McDavid vs. Crosby. What more could you want on a Wednesday night?

Can Randle be Knicks No. 1 option?

Julius Randle has lost the mojo he had in 2020-21, but can he get it back?

Why Warriors should and shouldn't pursue Ben Simmons trade

How would Ben Simmons fit on the Warriors? Would a win-now move make them clear championship favorites?

Mobley or Barnes for early ROY favorite?

Scottie Barnes leads all rookies in scoring and rebounding while Evan Mobley is already a rim-protecting defensive monster. Which top pick is the early leader for Rookie of the Year?

How Wiggins has stepped up in Thompson's absence

Klay Thompson left a void that Andrew Wiggins has helped fill in Golden State.

Biggest unanswered questions for November

Can the Lakers figure out their Russell Westbrook problem? Will the Celtics' struggles continue? Can the Bulls sustain their stingy defense? The TSN staff examines the unanswered questions heading into November.

Is the new Wilson ball causing shooting troubles?

The league average in field goal percentage is lower than its been to this point in the season in the last four years. Is the new Wilson ball the reason?

Should Doncic or Jokic have made the NBA 75?

Is Luka Doncic or Nikola Jokic already amongst the greatest players to play the game? The TSN staff debates if they should've been included in the NBA 75.

Why are the Heat retiring Adebayo's Olympic jersey?

The Miami Heat will honor Bam Adebayo's Olympic jersey on Friday ahead of their game against the Charlotte Hornets.

Bulls honoring Joakim Noah ahead of game vs. Knicks

Joakim Noah spent nine seasons in Chicago and became one of the most beloved players in franchise history.

How winning alters the legacy of NBA's Greatest 75

Vince Carter or Chris Webber. Patrick Ewing or Russell Westbrook. Our SN staff debates who would've benefitting most from an NBA championship.

Kanter 'disappointed' in LeBron for COVID vaccine stance

LeBron James says he has received the vaccine but will not try and sway others on their personal decisions.

For Canada Basketball, the time is now

Three takeaways as Cavaliers hold off Celtics in epic Game 7

LeBron James and the Cavs are headed back to the NBA Finals for the fourth straight season.

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.

LeBron James, Fred VanVleet exchange heated words after foul call

Raptors guard Fred VanVleet didn't appreciate the extra shove he received from Cavs forward LeBron James.

Stephen Curry's injury will force these three Warriors to elevate their games

Warriors star Stephen Curry will be out extended time with a left MCL sprain. Here's who needs to step up in his absence.

Harrison Barnes tells us what we already knew about 2016 Thunder

Former Warriors forward Harrison Barnes believes the Thunder should have gone to the 2016 NBA Finals.

Gordon Hayward posts intense workout video dribbling, shooting

Will Gordon Hayward make a return to the Celtics' lineup before the end of the 2017-18 season?