The Lakers cut their deficit to five points with three minutes remaining, but the Cavaliers put the game away with a 10–3 run.
On this week's episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine dig deep into a stellar rookie season for Memphis Grizzlies big man Zach Edey. They help paint the picture of why Edey leads the discussion for Rookie of the Year in the NBA.
A heated exchange between Thompson and Heat guard Tyler Herro on Sunday sparked a fight that led to six people getting ejected.
Butler was coy about his future in Miami following a report that he prefers to be traded before February's NBA trade deadline.
During free agency last summer, a number of teams uncovered some real bargains.
In this episode of the Kevin O'Connor Show, KOC is joined by Dan Titus to break down some of the NBA's biggest trade moves and coaching shakeups before deep diving on the Detroit Pistons with Bryce Simon.
The back of Carlton Carrington's head slammed onto the court hard on Monday night as he was trying to defend in the lane.
Ja Morant missed most of last season with a right shoulder injury, too.
James took the occasion of his 40th birthday to reflect on his career and ponder what's left of it.
Vincent Goodwill and The Athletic’s Sam Amick react to the Sacramento Kings firing Mike Brown after a 13-18 start. Then, Vince and Sam break down what the Warriors can do to improve their roster ahead of the trade deadline and why it might be time to part ways with their young pieces, including Jonathan Kuminga. Later, Vince and Sam share why LeBron’s 40th birthday might signal the end of his championship window.
Larry Nance Jr. injured his hand during Atlanta's win over the Miami Heat on Saturday.
Dan Titus reveals his top pickups and advice to get your fantasy hoops lineup right for Week 10.
On LeBron James' 40th birthday, we celebrate him with a debate all his own.
Amen Thompson and Tyler Herro were both ejected in the brawl on Sunday night in Houston.
The Lakers and Nets each benefited from Sunday's deal.
Carter, who died Sunday at age 100, was honored by sports leagues and teams within his native Georgia.
The fine is the largest yet for Edwards, whose tally for the season now stands at $235,000. And the NBA made clear on Sunday that fines will escalate for Edwards as a repeat offender.
Russell had been moved to a bench role while Lakers coach JJ Redick looked for better defense in the lineup.
The scuffle began when Nurkić elbowed Dallas' Daniel Gafford in the jaw and was called for an offensive foul.
The NBA and NFL have issued warnings to players to increase security measures as theft rings target their homes for break-ins.
Thomas said the condition is temporary and should improve over time.
Jusuf Nurkić and Naji Marshall got into it on Friday.
Does anyone trust the Kings and their vision for the direction of the team moving forward?
Brown getting fired brought back painful memories for Malone, who was fired by the Kings in 2015.
The Sacramento Kings fired head coach Mike Brown, ESPN's Shams Charania reported Friday. The Kings are currently on a five-game losing streak.
Let's take a look at which teams are in need of making a move, and how they should approach the trade deadline.
Luka Dončić went down with a noncontact leg injury in the first half of Wednesday's contest in Dallas.
Rajaković certainly got his money's worth.
The NBA had a very good Christmas, at least by recent standards.
The NBA's five-game lineup on Christmas Day delivered against a crowded sports landscape in which the NFL (and Beyoncé) tried to make waves of their own on the Wednesday holiday. Kevin O'Connor is joined by Yahoo Sports contributor Tom Haberstroh to break down all five games from the Christmas day slate.
In a statement, Riley shot down the "rumors" that Butler wanted a trade out of Miami.
Fantasy basketball analyst Dan Titus runs down all the action from the NBA's Christmas slate.
Let's take a look at which teams are in need of making a move, and how they should approach the trade deadline.
The NBA's annual Christmas Day slate is a holiday in itself, and many still view it as the unofficial start of the season.
Let's dig into the action on Christmas Day.
The NFL went for Christmas in a big way this year.
Anthony Davis stepped wrong in the lane and rolled his ankle hard on Wednesday night in San Francisco.
There has never been a player like Wembanyama, but is the NBA ready to abandon its tried-and-true playbook and forge a new path to success?
Wembanyama's 42 points and 18 rebounds weren't enough to lift the Spurs to victory at Madison Square Garden.
Jimmy Butler is ready for a change of scenery.
Booker's not the only All-Star at risk of being sidelined for the NBA's Christmas showcase.
Zion Williamson is now considered “week-to-week” after going down with a hamstring injury in early November.
Dru Smith had just returned from an ACL injury he sustained early last season.
Dan Titus previews the Week 9 fantasy hoops slate, including revealing his top adds and the challenges the holiday schedule brings.
Isaiah Hartenstein crashed directly into Marvin Bagley's knee under the hoop on Monday night.
The league's annual holiday extravaganza is overflowing with enticing talent.
In this festive episode of The Kevin O'Connor Show, Kevin O'Connor and Wosny Lambre share their NBA Christmas wishes that they want to see come true this season.
Bronny is averaging 13.4 points per game for the Lakers' South Bay G League affiliate.
Joel Embiid charged into Victor Wembanyama, and then erupted at the officials after being called for the offensive foul.
Edwards has been fined three times in the past five weeks, totaling $135,000.
