Jamal Murray delivers impressive, efficient 52-point night as Nuggets beat Pacers 135-120
Read full article: Jamal Murray delivers impressive, efficient 52-point night as Nuggets beat Pacers 135-120Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray was listed as questionable just a few hours before Wednesday nightโs game at Indiana.
Jamal Murray scores season-high 52 points, Nuggets hold off Pacers 135-120
Read full article: Jamal Murray scores season-high 52 points, Nuggets hold off Pacers 135-120Jamal Murray scored a season-high 52 points and Nikola Jokic fell just short of another triple-double to help the Denver Nuggets hold off the short-handed Indiana Pacers 135-120 on Wednesday night.
Black Sox, Ohtani's interpreter and more: A look at notable sports betting scandals
Read full article: Black Sox, Ohtani's interpreter and more: A look at notable sports betting scandalsBetting scandals have been a concern for professional sports leagues for as long as theyโve existed, but a U.S. Supreme Court ruling in May 2018 has led to a wave of gambling incidents.
NBA's new Europe-based league could launch in October 2027, though that remains uncertain
Read full article: NBA's new Europe-based league could launch in October 2027, though that remains uncertainThe NBA is targeting October 2027 as a possible launch date for a new Europe-based league in collaboration with FIBA.
NBA staff members meet congressional staffers to discuss gambling scandals, AP sources say
Read full article: NBA staff members meet congressional staffers to discuss gambling scandals, AP sources sayNBA staff members have met with congressional staffers to discuss the leagueโs relationship with sportsbooks.
Rozier and Billups will not receive NBA salaries while on leave in gambling cases, AP sources say
Read full article: Rozier and Billups will not receive NBA salaries while on leave in gambling cases, AP sources sayMiami Heat guard Terry Rozier will not receive his salary while on leave due to his arrest on federal gambling charges.
NBA starts review of policies after gambling-related arrests of Rozier, Billups
Read full article: NBA starts review of policies after gambling-related arrests of Rozier, BillupsThe NBA has started a review to protect the integrity of the game, players, and coaches following the arrests of Miami guard Terry Rozier and Portland coach Chauncey Billups.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver 'deeply disturbed' by gambling arrests of Billups and Rozier
Read full article: NBA Commissioner Adam Silver 'deeply disturbed' by gambling arrests of Billups and RozierNBA Commissioner Adam Silver has expressed shock over the arrests of Portland coach Chauncey Billups and Miami guard Terry Rozier on gambling-related charges.
Thunder receive NBA championship rings, raise banner before season opener against Rockets
Read full article: Thunder receive NBA championship rings, raise banner before season opener against RocketsThe Oklahoma City Thunder received their NBA championship rings before their season opener against the Houston Rockets.
Adam Silver says he expects big raises for WNBA players in new CBA, and that they 'deserve it'
Read full article: Adam Silver says he expects big raises for WNBA players in new CBA, and that they 'deserve it'NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has expressed confidence that WNBA players and the league will agree on a new collective bargaining agreement.
NBA rosters feature a record 135 international players. And more things to know entering season
Read full article: NBA rosters feature a record 135 international players. And more things to know entering seasonThe NBA season opens Tuesday with a record 135 players born outside the U.S. They come from 43 countries, with 71 players from Europe.
Where will fans find NBA games on TVs or streaming devices this season? The league has an answer
Read full article: Where will fans find NBA games on TVs or streaming devices this season? The league has an answerThe NBA has a new 11-year, $76 billion TV deal, bringing changes to how fans watch games.
The latest idea to save the NBA All-Star Game: US vs. the World. And there's no shortage of intrigue
Read full article: The latest idea to save the NBA All-Star Game: US vs. the World. And there's no shortage of intrigueThe NBA is planning to revamp the All-Star Game format, pitting U.S. players against international stars in a tournament setting.
NBA returns to China for 1st time since a rift distanced it from one of the sport's largest fanbases
Read full article: NBA returns to China for 1st time since a rift distanced it from one of the sport's largest fanbasesThe NBA is returning to China with preseason games between the Brooklyn Nets and Phoenix Suns in Macao.
Silver says WNBA deal will get done, but relationship issues with the players must be repaired
Read full article: Silver says WNBA deal will get done, but relationship issues with the players must be repairedNBA Commissioner Adam Silver says a new collective bargaining agreement with WNBA players will be reached, but acknowledged relationship issues that must be repaired following recent criticisms of Commissioner Cathy Engelbert.
NBA won't move All-Star Game out of LA as it investigates Clippers over Kawhi Leonard deal
Read full article: NBA won't move All-Star Game out of LA as it investigates Clippers over Kawhi Leonard dealNBA Commissioner Adam Silver says there is โno contemplationโ of moving the All-Star Game out of the Los Angeles Clippersโ home arena as it investigates whether the team circumvented salary cap rules in regards to Kawhi Leonard.
NBA will not rush judgment in Kawhi Leonard investigation, Commissioner Adam Silver says
Read full article: NBA will not rush judgment in Kawhi Leonard investigation, Commissioner Adam Silver saysThe NBA is not rushing its investigation into whether a business relationship between Kawhi Leonard and a California company was legitimate or a way for the Los Angeles Clippers to bypass salary cap rules.
NBA's 'heave rule' will allow deep end-of-quarter shots without hurting player shooting percentages
Read full article: NBA's 'heave rule' will allow deep end-of-quarter shots without hurting player shooting percentagesNBA players can now shoot those long end-of-quarter heaves without hurting their shooting percentages.
Black Sox, Ohtani's interpreter and more: A look at prominent sports betting scandals
Read full article: Black Sox, Ohtani's interpreter and more: A look at prominent sports betting scandalsBetting scandals have been a concern for professional sports leagues for as long as theyโve existed, but a U.S. Supreme Court ruling in May 2018 has led to a wave of gambling incidents.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, in ESPN interview, says league taking serious look at Achilles tears
Read full article: NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, in ESPN interview, says league taking serious look at Achilles tearsThe NBA had already convened a panel of experts to study Achilles tendon injuries even before Indiana star Tyrese Haliburton ruptured his in Game 7 of the NBA Finals, Commissioner Adam Silver said Wednesday night.
Cooper Flagg is the new Maine man for the Mavericks as the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft
Read full article: Cooper Flagg is the new Maine man for the Mavericks as the No. 1 pick in the NBA draftCooper Flagg is headed to the Dallas Mavericks, who may have found their next franchise superstar less than five months after trading one away.
The Pacers are in the NBA Finals. The Fever have Caitlin Clark. In Indy, basketball is booming
Read full article: The Pacers are in the NBA Finals. The Fever have Caitlin Clark. In Indy, basketball is boomingRick Carlisle used the line after the Indiana Pacers won the Eastern Conference title earlier this month, the one that is the official motto for the stateโs basketball Hall of Fame and surely has been uttered for generations.
Gilgeous-Alexander and Thunder overwhelm Timberwolves again, win 118-103 for 2-0 West finals lead
Read full article: Gilgeous-Alexander and Thunder overwhelm Timberwolves again, win 118-103 for 2-0 West finals leadShai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 38 points a day after being named the NBAโs MVP, and the Oklahoma City Thunder overwhelmed the Minnesota Timberwolves again, winning 118-103 to take a 2-0 lead in the Western Conference finals.
Tyrese Haliburton's father cuts loose at Indy bar as son hits tying shot to help Pacers beat Knicks
Read full article: Tyrese Haliburton's father cuts loose at Indy bar as son hits tying shot to help Pacers beat KnicksTyrese Haliburtonโs father cut loose at an Indianapolis bar when his son hit the tying jumper at the end of regulation to cap a furious comeback and the Pacers beat the New York Knicks in overtime in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.
Adam Silver calls NBA ratings for opening weekend of playoffs 'fantastic'
Read full article: Adam Silver calls NBA ratings for opening weekend of playoffs 'fantastic'NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says television ratings from the opening weekend of the playoffs were the best the league has seen in about a quarter-century.
The NBA playoffs will, once again, be an international showcase of stars
Read full article: The NBA playoffs will, once again, be an international showcase of starsTheyโll be watching in Canada, not just because of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, though the NBAโs scoring champion and MVP favorite who plays for Oklahoma City surely helps lure in fans who are north of the border.
Timberwolves sale to Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore will go forward, AP source says
Read full article: Timberwolves sale to Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore will go forward, AP source saysThe yearslong quest by Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez to acquire control of the Minnesota Timberwolves seems to finally be in the home stretch, after current owner Glen Taylor opted not to appeal an arbitration panelโs ruling that he must go forward with the $1.5 billion sale.
NBA and FIBA to take next steps toward adding a new European league, sides announce
Read full article: NBA and FIBA to take next steps toward adding a new European league, sides announceThe NBA and FIBA are now exploring partnering on a new league in Europe and further expanding their roles there, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said Thursday.
The idea of a US vs. World matchup in the NBA All-Star Game has some player support
Read full article: The idea of a US vs. World matchup in the NBA All-Star Game has some player supportVictor Wembanyama has already gone up against the U.S. in international events, most notably last yearโs Paris Olympics when he led Franceโs march to the gold medal game against the Americans.
Adam Silver was surprised about the Doncic-Davis trade, urges angry Mavs fans to keep faith
Read full article: Adam Silver was surprised about the Doncic-Davis trade, urges angry Mavs fans to keep faithNBA Commissioner Adam Silver has a message to those Dallas Mavericks fans who are still angry, two weeks later: He feels your pain.
Draymond Green on the state of the NBA: It's 'boring,' the Warriors star says
Read full article: Draymond Green on the state of the NBA: It's 'boring,' the Warriors star saysDraymond Green had just spoken for a few minutes Saturday morning about the state of the game, about how he believes itโs officiated differently than it once was, how stars donโt get the benefit of being stars like they did in the past.
The NBA's tech summit turns 25 this year, and its return to the Bay Area is a full-circle moment
Read full article: The NBA's tech summit turns 25 this year, and its return to the Bay Area is a full-circle momentNBA Commissioner Adam Silver had no idea 25 years ago that the Tech Summit would turn into much of anything, much less one of the hottest tickets at All-Star weekend.
It's a 6-pack of All-Star rookies: Wembanyama, Herro, Williams, Sengun, Mobley and Cunningham
Read full article: It's a 6-pack of All-Star rookies: Wembanyama, Herro, Williams, Sengun, Mobley and CunninghamThere are six first-time All-Stars set to play in Sunday's NBA midseason showcase in San Francisco.
Hubie Brown says 'it was a fantastic ride' as he broadcasts his final NBA game at the age of 91
Read full article: Hubie Brown says 'it was a fantastic ride' as he broadcasts his final NBA game at the age of 91Hubie Brown received tributes from across the NBA community as the former coach and longtime broadcaster headed into retirement after spending over half a century in pro basketball.
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred says some fans concerned over lack of salary cap
Read full article: MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred says some fans concerned over lack of salary capBaseball Commissioner Rob Manfred says he is getting emails from fans concerned over the sportโs lack of a salary cap following an offseason spending spree by the Los Angeles Dodgers that sparked increased attention over the expiration of the collective bargaining agreement in December 2027.
Philadelphia mayor announces new plan to keep 76ers arena in South Philadelphia, pursue WNBA team
Read full article: Philadelphia mayor announces new plan to keep 76ers arena in South Philadelphia, pursue WNBA teamThe Philadelphia 76ers will partner with Comcast Spectacor to build a new arena in South Philadelphia and abandon a deal to move downtown.
LeBron James at 40: A milestone birthday arrives Monday for the NBA's all-time scoring leader
Read full article: LeBron James at 40: A milestone birthday arrives Monday for the NBA's all-time scoring leaderWhen LeBron James broke another NBA record earlier this month, the one for most regular-season minutes played in a career, his Los Angeles Lakers teammates handled the moment in typical locker room fashion.
Richard Parsons, prominent executive who led Time Warner and Citigroup, dies at 76
Read full article: Richard Parsons, prominent executive who led Time Warner and Citigroup, dies at 76Richard Parsons, one of corporate Americaโs most prominent Black executives who held top posts at Time Warner and Citigroup, has died.
Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and Wemby: Spurs-Knicks Christmas game is also an animated one at Disney World
Read full article: Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and Wemby: Spurs-Knicks Christmas game is also an animated one at Disney WorldThereโs a Christmas Day basketball game at Walt Disney World, featuring Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and Wemby.
DC leaders, NBA commissioner celebrate the start of an $800M downtown arena renovation
Read full article: DC leaders, NBA commissioner celebrate the start of an $800M downtown arena renovationWashington Capitals and Wizards owner Ted Leonsis, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser and other area leaders celebrated the start of an $800 million downtown arena renovation Thursday.
NBA announces All-Star tournament plan for this season: 4 teams, 3 games, 1 night
Read full article: NBA announces All-Star tournament plan for this season: 4 teams, 3 games, 1 nightThe NBAโs All-Star Game is going to be an All-Star tournament this season, with the league announcing that it has finalized plans to use a different format for the upcoming midseason showcase in San Francisco.
Bam Adebayo scores 32 points to help the Heat beat the Wizards, 118-98 in Mexico City
Read full article: Bam Adebayo scores 32 points to help the Heat beat the Wizards, 118-98 in Mexico CityBam Adebayo scored 20 of his 32 points in the first half and the Miami Heat beat the Washington Wizards 118-98 on Saturday night in the 14th NBA regular-season game in Mexico.
NBA considering All-Star Game changes again, including getting away from the 'traditional' format
Read full article: NBA considering All-Star Game changes again, including getting away from the 'traditional' formatThe NBA is considering changing the format for the All-Star Game that will be played in San Francisco later this season, Commissioner Adam Silver said.
The NBA's parity era is here, with 6 champions in 6 years. Now Boston will try to buck that trend
Read full article: The NBA's parity era is here, with 6 champions in 6 years. Now Boston will try to buck that trendThere's never been an era in NBA history where itโs been harder to win back-to-back titles.
NBA expands permissible scope of coach's challenge reviews on some out-of-bounds plays
Read full article: NBA expands permissible scope of coach's challenge reviews on some out-of-bounds playsThe NBA has expanded the permissible scope of coachโs challenge reviews on some out-of-bounds plays, saying Tuesday that if a foul should have been called on the play it now can be assessed shortly after the fact.
Adam Silver says NBA and FIBA are having โmuch more seriousโ talks about growth in Europe
Read full article: Adam Silver says NBA and FIBA are having โmuch more seriousโ talks about growth in EuropeThe NBA is ramping up talks with FIBA, basketball's global governing body, on how to best increase its competitive footprint in Europe either through an annual tournament or an NBA-operated league, according to Commissioner Adam Silver.
Magic co-founder Pat Williams, who helped bring team to Orlando, dies at 84
Read full article: Magic co-founder Pat Williams, who helped bring team to Orlando, dies at 84Pat Williams, a co-founder of the Orlando Magic and someone who spent more than a half-century working within the NBA, has died from complications related to viral pneumonia.
NBA moves a big step closer to finalizing new 11-year media rights deals
Read full article: NBA moves a big step closer to finalizing new 11-year media rights dealsThe NBAโs Board of Governors approved the leagueโs next media rights deals with Disney, NBC and Amazon Prime Video at its meeting Tuesday, moving the league one giant step closer to finalizing the 11-year agreements that will be worth about $76 billion.
NBA agrees to terms on a record 11-year, $76 billion media rights deal, AP source says
Read full article: NBA agrees to terms on a record 11-year, $76 billion media rights deal, AP source saysThe NBA has agreed to terms on its new media deal, an 11-year agreement worth $76 billion that assures player salaries will continue rising for the foreseeable future and one that will surely change how some viewers access the game for years to come.
Vive la France! Hawks make Zaccharie Risacher second straight Frenchman taken No. 1 in NBA draft
Read full article: Vive la France! Hawks make Zaccharie Risacher second straight Frenchman taken No. 1 in NBA draftThe Atlanta Hawks took Zaccharie Risacher with the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft on Wednesday night, the second straight year a player from France was the first player selected.
Teaching basketball to kids in the US is becoming a bit muddled, and the NBA is seeking solutions
Read full article: Teaching basketball to kids in the US is becoming a bit muddled, and the NBA is seeking solutionsVictor Wembanyamaโs on-court warmup session before games when he played in France would last for about an hour.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says finalizing the new media rights deals is 'complex' process
Read full article: NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says finalizing the new media rights deals is 'complex' processGetting the NBAโs next round of media rights deals completed is an extremely complex proposition, Commissioner Adam Silver said Thursday, especially because nobody can say with any certainty what the viewing landscape will look like in the future.
NBA bans Jontay Porter after gambling probe shows he shared information, bet on games
Read full article: NBA bans Jontay Porter after gambling probe shows he shared information, bet on gamesThe NBA has banned Toronto player Jontay Porter after a league probe found he disclosed confidential information to sports bettors and bet on games.
Adam Silver says gambling probe of Toronto's Jontay Porter could lead to banishment from league
Read full article: Adam Silver says gambling probe of Toronto's Jontay Porter could lead to banishment from leagueTorontoโs Jontay Porter could face expulsion from the league if the gambling-related accusations against him are found to be true, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said Wednesday.
The NBA's scoring boom is still going strong, and some wonder if that's a good thing
Read full article: The NBA's scoring boom is still going strong, and some wonder if that's a good thingDefense wasnโt really played in the All-Star Game, which explains why the Eastern Conference scored a record 211 points and the game saw nearly 400 points combined on Sunday night.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver finalizing contract extension, source tells AP
Read full article: NBA Commissioner Adam Silver finalizing contract extension, source tells APAdam Silver is finalizing an extension to remain as commissioner of the NBA for several more years, a person with knowledge of the agreement said Saturday night.
Federal lawsuit accuses NY Knicks owner James Dolan, media mogul Harvey Weinstein of sexual assault
Read full article: Federal lawsuit accuses NY Knicks owner James Dolan, media mogul Harvey Weinstein of sexual assaultA woman has alleged that New York Knicks owner James Dolan sexually assaulted her a decade ago and then set her up to be molested by now-imprisoned film producer Harvey Weinstein.
Donovan Mitchell scores season-high 45 points, Cavaliers beat Nets 111-102 in Paris
Read full article: Donovan Mitchell scores season-high 45 points, Cavaliers beat Nets 111-102 in ParisDonovan Mitchell scored a season-high 45 points and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Brooklyn Nets 111-102 on Thursday in the NBAโs third regular-season game in Paris.
NBA's In-Season Tournament will 'no doubt' return next season, Commissioner Silver says
Read full article: NBA's In-Season Tournament will 'no doubt' return next season, Commissioner Silver saysNBA Commissioner Adam Silver says the In-Season Tournament will โno doubtโ be back next season with some unspecified tweaks.
Oklahoma City voters approve sales tax for $900 million arena to keep NBAโs Thunder through 2050
Read full article: Oklahoma City voters approve sales tax for $900 million arena to keep NBAโs Thunder through 2050Oklahoma City voters have approved a 1% sales tax for six years to help fund a new downtown arena for the NBAโs Thunder that is estimated to cost a minimum of $900 million.
Anthony Davis leads Lakers to NBA In-Season Tournament title, 123-109 over Pacers
Read full article: Anthony Davis leads Lakers to NBA In-Season Tournament title, 123-109 over PacersAnthony Davis had seasons highs of 41 points and 20 rebounds and the Los Angeles Lakers won the inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament title with a 123-109 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night.
As inaugural In-Season Tournament draws to a close, Adam Silver looks ahead to possible tweaks
Read full article: As inaugural In-Season Tournament draws to a close, Adam Silver looks ahead to possible tweaksNBA Commissioner Adam Silver seemed more than satisfied by the way the inaugural In-Season Tournament went this season, though noted that itโs only natural to expect some tweaks to the format before next year.
NBA In-Season Tournament not lacking in the Las Vegas glitz and glamour
Read full article: NBA In-Season Tournament not lacking in the Las Vegas glitz and glamourWhen league officials decided to play the semifinals and championship game of the inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament in Las Vegas, they knew it wouldnโt be an understated affair.
