Nikola Jokic recorded the first 30-point, 20-rebound, 10-assist triple-double in NBA Finals history as the Nuggets defeated the Heat in Game 3.
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Nikola Jokic continues to rack up triple-doubles, achieving the feat again in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
It should come as no surprise that two of the greatest playmakers in NBA history have the most triple-doubles on the Finals stage.
The Suns are reportedly weighing their options to trade or waive 12-time All-Star Chris Paul. Where could the future Hall of Famer end up next?
Aaron Gordon did not speak to the media after Game 2 due to an illness. Will he be available for Game 3?
The recent trade rumor of Kyrie Irving trying to recruit LeBron James to the Mavericks has fans wondering how contract buyouts work in the NBA.
Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra had a viral quote that shut down the idea of turning Nikola Jokic "into a scorer" in Game 2, but was that Miami's strategy?
Michael Porter Jr. was limited to just three games in college due to a major back injury. Concerns about his long-term health nearly saw him fall out of the lottery in the 2018 NBA Draft.
The Heat are just the second No. 8 seed in NBA history to reach the Finals. Who was the first?
The Heat are in the NBA Finals for the second time in four seasons, while the Nuggets are making their NBA Finals debut as a franchise.
During his one year at Kentucky, Jamal Murray impressed scouts enough to be selected with a top 10 pick in the 2016 NBA Draft.
What does history say about the team that wins Game 1 of the NBA Finals?
The Celtics were blown out at home in Game 7 after batting back from a 3-0 deficit against the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference Finals. What's next after the preseason title favorites came up short of expectations?
Brogdon has reportedly been dealing with a torn tendon in his right arm leading from his elbow to his forearm since Game 1.
The referees for Game 7 in Boston will be Scott Foster, Tony Brothers and John Goble.
The Celtics and Heat will face off for Game 7 at the TD Garden with NBA history on the line.
The Celtics and Heat are set to face off in a high-stakes Game 7 at the TD Garden with a trip to the NBA Finals on the line.
The Celtics are on the brink of making NBA history as the first team to ever overcome a 3-0 deficit in a playoff series and it's giving the entire city of Boston flashbacks.
Derrick White's miraculous game-winning buzzer-beater in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals had us wondering: How many game-winning buzzer-beaters have there been in NBA Playoffs history?
The Celtics nearly saw their 3-0 comeback hopes fall apart late in the fourth quarter. Derrick White swooped in with a buzzer-beating putback to save their season.
The Celtics are starting to swing the momentum in the Eastern Conference Finals, taking Games 4 and 5 to force a Game 6 in Miami.
The Heat will look to sweep the Celtics and advance to the 2023 NBA Finals on Tuesday.
LeBron James and the Lakers have been swept out of the playoffs by the Nuggets. How many times has he been swept and where does it stack up against Michael Jordan?
The NBA renamed the Western Conference Finals champion trophy after the great Oscar Robertson.
Grant Williams knocked down a 3-pointer to give the Celtics a nine-point lead with just over six minutes remaining. But his trash talk to Jimmy Butler poked the bear, sparking Miami's fourth-quarter comeback.
LeBron James fumbled a fast break opportunity in the second quarter of Game 2 against the Nuggets in the Western Conference Finals. The internet, of course, had a field day.
LeBron James went down with an ankle injury late in the fourth quarter of Game 2 against the Nuggets. He didn't leave the game, but the Lakers star was hobbled.
The Heat are rolling through the NBA Playoffs with an unprecedented roster that includes seven undrafted players. Where would the likes of Max Strus, Caleb Martin, Gabe Vincent and Duncan Robinson go now in a re-draft?
Nuggets head coach Michael Malone was not happy about the narratives so far in the Western Conference Finals. He expressed displeasure before and after Game 2.
ESPN's Myron Medcalf reported that Bryce James, LeBron's youngest son, will transfer from Sierra Canyon in Chatsworth, Calif. to Campbell Hall in Studio City, Calif.
The Trail Blazers ended up with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. Will they keep the pick and draft for the future or trade the pick to build around Damian Lillard?
The Spurs have won the 2023 NBA Draft Lottery and are in line to select Victor Wembanyama with the No. 1 overall pick.
There's far more to this year's draft than just Victor Wembanyama. To help you get ready for the NBA Draft Lottery, we ranked the top 60 prospects in this year's class from the biggest college stars to the best international players.
The Spurs have officially won the 2023 NBA Draft Lottery and Victor Wembanyama sweepstakes.
The No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft is sure to be French phenom Victor Wembanyama. Who will go No. 2?
The 2023 NBA Draft is much deeper than its Victor Wembanyama headliner.
The 2023 NBA Draft is loaded with high-upside forwards who can shoot and defend.
The 2023 NBA Draft Lottery is upon us and it's one of the most important in the history of the league.
Below you can find the complete list of representatives for each team at the 2023 NBA Draft Lottery.
The NBA has revealed the full list of participants invited to the 2023 NBA Draft Combine.
The Celtics will host the 76ers at the TD Garden for Game 7 with a trip to the Eastern Conference Finals on the line.
The Celtics and 76ers will face off in a win-or-go-home Game 7 at the TD Garden on Sunday.
Here's everything you need to know to watch Game 1, including TV and streaming options.
Before these storied franchises go head-to-head in a Game 7 for a record-extending ninth time on Sunday, let's take a look at how the stars have performed when the series is on the line.
Andrew Wiggins is listed as questionable for Game 6 against the Lakers with fractured cartilage around his ribs.
Jayson Tatum entered the fourth quarter with just three points on 1-for-13 shooting from the field. He went on to single-handedly outscore the entire 76ers team in the final frame to force a Game 7.
ESPN announcer Mark Jackson was the only media member who did not give All-Star center Nikola Jokic a top-five vote for the 2023 NBA MVP award.
Celtics stakeholders were anxiously awaiting the reveal of the 2022-23 All-NBA Teams as the results potentially hold major implications for franchise cornerstone Jaylen Brown's future.
DJ Rodman, the son of Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman, announced on Tuesday that he will transfer to USC.
The Celtics were routed by the 76ers at home in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals to fall down 3-2 in the series. This isn't unfamiliar territory as Boston faces the same deficit as it did during its 2022 NBA Finals run.
The Celtics are considered the favorites to win the 2023 NBA championship, but they continue to stand in their own way.
The Phoenix Mercury are set to take on the Seattle Storm in their WNBA preseason opener. Will Brittney Griner play in her first game back?
Magic Rookie of the Year Paolo Banchero headlines the list of All-Rookie First and Second Team members.
Bronny James took to Instagram to announce his commitment to the University of Southern California.
Celtics center Robert Williams suffered a forearm injury in the fourth quarter of Game 3.
Charles Oakley's lawsuit against Knicks owner James Dolan and Madison Square Garden was revived on May 5, 2023.
Klay Thompson exploded for 30 points with eight 3-pointers as the Warriors routed the Lakers by 27 points.
Klay Thompson caught fire to lead the Warriors to a win over the Lakers in Game 2, leading all scorers with 30 points.
Here is everything you need to know about Lakers vs. Warriors, including TV and streaming options for the game.
Joel Embiid played through a sprained right LCL in Game 2 against the Celtics. After the loss, he spoke on how his knee felt in his first game back.
Marcus Smart suffered a chest contusion in Game 1 against the 76ers. Will he be available for the Celtics in Game 2?
Kevin Durant will be a playable character in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II's "Season 03" midseason update.
For a record-extending fifth consecutive year, the NBA MVP is not from the United States.
Anthony Davis was expected to be the biggest key for the Lakers in their series with the Warriors. In Game 1, he stepped up to the task and made franchise history.
The Knicks have donned a No. 19 patch since the passing of Hall of Famer Willis Reed.
Jimmy Butler suffered a right ankle injury in Game 1, but he elected to finish out the contest. Will he be available for Game 2?
Klay Thompson comes from a family of athletes, from his NBA-champion father to his professional baseball-playing youngest brother.
The Nuggets defeated the Suns by 18 points in Game 1. Phoenix will look to bounce back in Game 2 on Monday.
The Nuggets will look to defend home court and take a 2-0 series lead over the Suns.
Stephen Curry had social media buzzing after going for a record-breaking 50 points in Game 7 against the Kings.
The Warriors and Lakers are set for a Western Conference Semifinals showdown following Golden State's Game 7 win over the Kings.
The Sporting News tracked the live score and highlights from the Warriors vs. Kings Game 7 thriller.
Julius Randle went to the locker room in the second quarter of Game 5 after re-injuring his left ankle.
The Grizzlies came up short of their goal again, falling to the Lakers in the first round of the 2023 NBA Playoffs.
The Lakers won the NBA championship in 2020, but the entire postseason was played in the Disney Bubble. When was the last time they won a non-bubble playoff series?
The 2023 NBA Playoffs are underway, and with a few upsets brewing, people are wondering about the postseason format.
The Rockets have hired former Celtics head coach Ime Udoka. During his introductory press conference, he apologized for how his tenure ended in Boston.
The Bucks return to Milwaukee for Game 5 with their backs against the wall. Will Giannis Antetokounmpo be available for the win-or-go-home game?
The Bucks will host the Heat at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee with their season on the line.
The Clippers have been eliminated from the 2023 NBA Playoffs after falling to the Suns in five games.
The Celtics host the Hawks for Game 5 at TD Garden in Boston.
Dejounte Murray has been one of the Hawks' best players in this series. Will he be available for Game 5?
LeBron James came up clutch with a game-tying layup to force overtime before closing out the Grizzlies in Game 4.
Jimmy Butler put together one of the best playoff performances in Heat history to give Miami a 3-1 series lead over the No. 1 seed Bucks.
Only seven players in NBA history have multiple 50-point playoff games.
Giannis Antetokounmpo has yet to return to the floor after suffering a lower back contusion in Game 1.
The Heat will host the Bucks at the Kaseya Center in Miami for Game 4.
After falling into a 3-0 hole, Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards made a promise that the series wasn't over. He upheld that promise by leading Minnesota to a win in Game 4.
Which college prospects have declared for the 2023 NBA Draft?
This is your one-stop shop for the 2023 NBA Playoffs.
Stephen Curry's late timeout technical foul gave the Kings a chance to steal Game 4 on the road but the Warriors came up with a stop on the final possession to tie the series 2-2.
Stephen Curry went nuclear for 36 points to lead the Warriors over the Kings in Game 3. During his postgame interview, he stood up for suspended teammate Draymond Green.
The 76ers and Nets players and coaches had plenty to say after a chaotic Game 3.
James Harden was ejected after receiving a Flagrant 2 foul for an incidental low blow in Game 3 vs. the Nets. Did the referees get it right?
Flagrant fouls have been a trending topic in the 2023 NBA Playoffs already. What is the difference between a Flagrant 1 and Flagrant 2 foul?
Joel Embiid was assessed a controversial Flagrant 1 foul for kicking Nets center Nic Claxton in the opening minutes of Game 3.
Kawhi Leonard is once again dealing with an injury in the NBA Playoffs. Take a look at the lengthy injury history for the superstar forward.
After dropping Game 1 at home, the Suns got back to business in Game 2, torching the Clippers from the midrange.
The Warriors and Kings will face off at Chase Center in San Francisco for Game 3.
The series between the Warriors and Kings will shift to the Chase Center in San Francisco for Game 3.
Mr. Whammy has become a Nets icon, and his methods appear to be working.
The Grizzlies will be without All-Star guard Ja Morant after re-injuring his right hand in Game 1 against the Lakers.
Draymond Green has been suspended for Game 3 after stomping on Kings center Domantas Sabonis. NBA players took to Twitter to disagree with the league's ruling.
Domantas Sabonis will undergo an X-ray of his ribs and lungs after Draymond Green stepped on his torso in an altercation.
If you're wondering about the "Honey" script on the Clippers' jerseys, you've come to the right place.
Select games of the NBA Playoffs' first round will be on NBA TV. Here's how to find the channel on your cable or streaming provider.
Josh Hart is listed as doubtful for Game 2 with a left ankle sprain.
Ja Morant took an awkward fall on his right hand in the fourth quarter of Game 1 vs. the Lakers. He exited the game and did not return.
Only 8% of teams to trail 2-0 in a best-of-7 series have come back to win. Can the Warriors dig out of their massive 2-0 hole against the Kings?
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.
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.
The 76ers will look to defend home court and take a 2-0 series lead over the Nets on Monday.
Joel Embiid went for 26 points, five rebounds, three assists and two blocks in the 76ers Game 1 win over the Nets.
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.
Ben Simmons has been sidelined since before the All-Star break with a knee and back injury.
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.
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.
A.J. Johnson, a five-star recruit and the No. 15 ranked prospect in the class of 2023, has decommitted from Texas and will head to Australia's NBL to play for the Illawarra Hawks.
The nation is still awaiting Bronny James' college decision. When will the NBA superstar's son make his commitment?
Spencer Dinwiddie went at his former teammate, Kyle Kuzma, on Michelle Beadle's FanDuel TV show "Run It Back." Kuzma had nothing but time on Wednesday, clapping back at Dinwiddie on Twitter.
The Hawks' Play-In Tournament win over the Heat sets up a first-round date with the No. 2 seed Celtics.
The Heat will host the Hawks in Miami with a trip to the NBA Playoffs on the line.
The Heat and Hawks will face off in a rematch of last year's first round of the playoffs in the 2023 Play-In Tournament.
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?
With March Madness and the NBA regular season coming to a close, all eyes shift to the NBA Draft Lottery and NBA Draft.
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.
The Nike Hoop Summit is underway in Portland, Ore., where the world's best high school players gather to display their skills.
Joel Embiid has a chance to further his case in the MVP race against the Heat. Will he be available for the 76ers?
Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks will be on the second night of a back-to-back against the Bulls on Wednesday.
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.
A champion has been crowned at the 2023 GEICO Nationals.
UConn 7-footer Donovan Clingan has made a major impact on UConn's run to the Final Four in limited minutes. Will he declare for the 2023 NBA Draft after the season is over?
Jordan Hawkins' perimeter shooting has been a key catalyst in UConn's run to the Final Four. Will the Huskies wing be a lottery pick in the 2023 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.
Kentucky commit D.J. Wagner and USC commit Isaiah Collier battled their way to co-MVP while Bronny James shot the lights out from 3 at the 2023 McDonald's All-American Game.
Bronny James isn't the second coming of LeBron, but he's still a very talented prospect with the physical tools, skills and basketball intelligence to succeed at all levels.
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.
The 2023 McDonald's All American game is set for Tuesday, March 28 in Houston.
The 2023 McDonald's All American Game is set to take place in Houston on Tuesday, March 28.
Bronny James finished second to Sean Stewart, Duke commit in the 2023 Jam Fest Dunk Contest.
Andrej Stojakovic, the son of sharpshooter Peja Stojakovic, was selected as McDonald's All-American and will compete in the 3-point contest at the Powerade Jamfest.
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.
You can find out how to catch all the NBA action throughout the 2022-23 season right here.
Drew Timme is a three-time All-American and has dominated college basketball for four seasons now. Why isn't the Gonzaga star a projected first-round pick in the NBA Draft?
The full rosters for the 2023 Men's Nike Hoop Summit have been revealed.
Houston's Jarace Walker is making a strong case to go in the top five of the 2023 NBA Draft.
Jaime Jaquez Jr. was a second-team All-American and Pac-12 Player of the Year. Will the UCLA star be a first-round pick in the 2023 NBA Draft?
Nick Smith Jr. is the classic case of production vs. potential when it comes to evaluating NBA prospects. Despite struggling in the midst of a nagging knee injury, NBA scouts still view Smith Jr. as a potential lottery pick in 2023. Here's why.
Freshman guard Anthony Black has skyrocketed up NBA draft boards. See why the 6-foot-7 playmaker projects as a possible lottery pick in 2023.
With plenty of upsets in the opening week of March Madness, who are the best remaining 2023 NBA Draft prospects still dancing in the Sweet 16?
Brandon Miller was held scoreless in the Crimson Tide's first-round blowout win over Texas A&M-Corpus Christi before rebounding against Maryland. Tide coach Nate Oats said Miller has been dealing with a groin injury from the SEC Tournament.
Duke head coach Jon Scheyer was an NCAA champion and All-American as a player for the Blue Devils, but did he ever play in the NBA?
The Grizzlies are set to take on the Warriors on Saturday night. Will Ja Morant be available to make his return for this contest?
Zach Edey has dominated college basketball all season and is a lock for National Player of the Year. Why isn't he a projected first-round NBA Draft pick?
Maryland pulled off a close win over West Virginia in the first game of the NCAA Tournament. A controversial call late in the second half served as a key turning point.
Brandon Miller has emerged as the consensus top prospect in college basketball. What would the Alabama star bring to an NBA team?
Kansas star freshman Gradey Dick is one of the best shooters in this year's draft class. What else would he bring to an NBA team that selects him?
March Madness is the brightest stage the NCAA has to offer for NBA prospects. Which players can help their draft stock with strong tournament performances?
Indiana will take on Kent State in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Here's a complete breakdown of the Midwest Region's 4 vs. 13 matchups to help fill out your March Madness bracket.
No. 5 seed Duke will take on No. 12 seed Oral Roberts in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
No. 8 Maryland will take on No. 9 West Virginia in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
Arkansas and Illinois are set to face off in the NCAA Tournament. It should be one of the most competitive games of the first round.
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.
There will be more than a handful of potential lottery picks on display during March Madness, but what about the future NBA prospects no one is talking about? Take a look at five sleepers to keep an eye on.
While top 2023 NBA Draft prospects Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson will not be a part of March Madness, there are still plenty of players you'll want to keep an eye on.
If your top-seeded team gets dethroned in the opening week of March Madness, one of these Cinderella sleepers will likely be responsible.
Now that the 2023 March Madness bracket has been revealed, which teams just missed the cut on this year's NCAA Tournament?
Filling in as a starter for Ja Morant, Tyus Jones went for 22 points and 11 assists to lead the Grizzlies over the Warriors.
"The truth is, on this particular night, James was the fourth-best player on the floor when Sierra Canyon needed him to be the best." Sporting News was on-site at Bronny's last high school game. This is what we learned.
The Knicks and Kings were rewarded for their recent success, getting flexed to TNT for a national television game.
Kawhi Leonard's Clippers are set to take on his former team on Wednesday, but will the star forward be available?
Amen and Ausar Thompson and the City Reapers are facing off against Jaylen Martin, Bryson Warren and the YNG Dreamerz in the Overtime Elite Finals.
Joel Embiid and Karl-Anthony Towns have a little bit of history, but will they be available for Tuesday's game between the 76ers and Timberwolves?
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.
March Madness is right around the corner with Selection Sunday set for March 12.
Two of the NBA's most talented players go head-to-head when Nikola Jokic's Nuggets host Ja Morant's Grizzlies on Friday.
Kyrie Irving and James Harden are set to face off on Thursday when the Mavericks host the 76ers.
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.
Kawhi Leonard has returned to his usual form as of late, shaking off the early-season rust.
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?
Here you can find every active All-Star's career-high in scoring.
Stephen Curry has been sidelined since Feb. 6 with a left leg injury.
For the first time as a member of the Mavericks, Kyrie Irving is set to take on LeBron James and the Lakers.
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.
Stephen A. Smith sounded off on how he believes LeBron James is responsible for ruining the NBA Slam Dunk Contest.
Jayson Tatum scored an All-Star Game record 55 points to lead Team Giannis over Team LeBron.
