Las Vegas Aces superstar A'ja Wilson has won the 2025 WNBA MVP award. Wilson is the first player in WNBA history to win the award four times. Wilson averaged 23.4 points, 10.2 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 1.6 steals and 2.3 blocks per game.
Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant was a recent guest at the Game Plan Sports Business Summit. During his appearance, Durant spoke about the process of being traded from the Phoenix Suns.
Boston Celtics wing Jaylen Brown said on a recent livestream that his team has entered a "new era". Brown referenced the roster changes, while wishing his former teammates well. "It's a new era of the Celtics...Half the team is gone.
The Boston Celtics waived guard Hayden Gray. Boston had signed Gray to a non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 contract. Gray is expected to join the Maine Celtics for the G League season. Boston roster now stands at 20 players. That's one shy of the offseason maximum of 21 players.
Memphis Grizzlies rookie wing Cedric Coward proclaimed himself "100% cleared" for the start of training camp. Coward had sat out of Summer League while continuing to rehab a partially torn rotator cuff. "I feel good," Coward said.
The Charlotte Hornets will be without two key veterans when training camp starts in less than two weeks. Forward Grant Williams and wing Josh Green will both be sidelined for training camp, as they recover from injures that occurred last season.
The Charlotte Hornets continued their preseason roster shuffling. Charlotte waived forward Brandon Slater and signed guard Marcus Garrett. Slater was on a non-guaranteed camp contract.
The Phoenix Suns have signed Damion Baugh and David Duke Jr to a pair of Exhibit 10 contracts. Baugh and Duke will go to camp with Phoenix on non-guaranteed contracts. Both guards will likely land with the Valley Suns of the G League following the preseason.
The Charlotte Hornets signed Brandon Slater, the team announced on Friday. Slater played with GS Lavrio in the Greek League last year, averaging 7.4 points and 3.0 rebounds. Slater appeared for the Hornets during Summer League, averaging 5.8 points and 2.9 rebounds per game.
The Denver Nuggets signed-and-waived Dane Goodwin on Friday, sources told Keith Smith of Spotrac. Goodwin is expected to join the Grand Rapids Gold in the G League for next season. Goodwin averaged 11.5 points with the Salt Lake City Stars last year.
The Brooklyn Nets signed Yuri Collins to a partially guaranteed deal, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. In a similar deal to D'Andre Davis and David Muoka, Collins will earn a guaranteed $85,300 next season. Collins is expected to be waived and join the Long Island Nets.
The Washington Wizards signed Sharife Cooper to a two-way deal, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Cooper last played in the NBA during the 2021-22 season. Cooper averaged 19.3 points and 8.0 assists for the G League's Cleveland Charge during the 2023-24 season.
The Dallas Mavericks announced the signing of guard D'Moi Hodge following his 2024-25 campaign with Greek club Aris Thessaloniki. Hodge spent last season playing professionally in Greece after going undrafted from Missouri.
The Phoenix Suns and Mercury have agreed to a two-year extension with Gray Media to broadcast their games free over the air across Arizona through the 2027-28 season.
The Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury have agreed to a two-year extension with Gray Media to broadcast their games free over the air in Arizona at a rate of more than $30 million per season.
ESPN's Burke Magnus confirmed "Inside the NBA" will be on for the pregame, halftime and postgame this season. While the crew will broadcast opening night on ESPN, they will take a hiatus until Christmas Day.
Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers are aligned on their goals and the timeline to achieve them as he begins his first full season with the franchise. Doncic signed a three-year, $165 million contract extension with the Lakers on August 2nd before participating in EuroBasket with Slovenia.
Heat All-Star Tyler Herro will undergo surgery on his left foot Friday and will be sidelined to start the 2025-26 season. Sources told ESPN that Herro is expected to miss eight weeks.
Jalen Bridges and the Boston Celtics have agreed to a contract where he'll have the opportunity to compete for a Two-Way spot on their regular season roster. Bridges appeared in eight games last season with the Phoenix Suns while on a Two-Way.
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Full details of how ESPN will use "Inside" are likely to emerge over the next three weeks, but the famed crew will be part of opening night.
The 25-year-old is coming off his first All-Star appearance and is eligible to sign a contract extension next month.
Tyler Herro will undergo surgery on his left foot Friday and will be sidelined to start the 2025-26 season, according to the team. Herro suffered an ankle injury during an offseason workout that led to the decision to undergo surgery. Herro is expected to miss eight weeks.
Megan Briggs via Getty ImagesMiami Heat guard Tyler Herro will miss the beginning of the 2025-26 NBA season after undergoing surgery on his left foot and ankle, according to the Miami Herald's Anthony Chiang.
The Los Angeles Lakers are set up to have significant cap space in the summer of 2026, with several players on expiring contracts this season. There's been a lot of discussion about the Lakers avoiding adding money that goes past this year, or possibly next.
After a historic summer on the court and massive changes off it, Doncic has sent a message to the NBA. And his new team responded in kind.
Jonathan Kuminga's agent Aaron Turner made a recent appearance on ESPN's The Hoop Collective. During that appearance, Turner talked about how Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors have been able to find common ground on a new contract.
The Charlotte Hornets and Keyontae Johnson have signed an Exhibit 10 deal. Johnson will go to camp with the Hornets on a non-guaranteed deal. After the preseason, Johnson will likely land with the Greensboro Swarm of the G League.
Jonathan Kuminga's agent told ESPN that Kuminga, who is seeking a player option, is prepared to take the $8 million qualifying offer unless the Golden State Warriors improve their current offers.
As the NBA's investigation into the Clippers and Leonard begins, it would be wise of Silver to keep his cudgel and his outrage sharp.
A study concluded that teams that gave each other the most high-fives, hugs and pats won more. The finding is a topic of debate in sports.
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Dennis Smith Jr. signed a one-year deal with the Dallas Mavericks, reported Shams Charania of ESPN. Smith was originally selected by the Mavs with the No. 9 pick in the 2017 draft.
The Detroit Pistons signed Charles Bediako, Dawson Garcia, John Ukomadu and Brice Williams to training camp deals, reported Keith Smith of Spotrac. Smith added that Ukomadu was waived and will join the Motor City Cruise in the G League. All three of the Pistons' two-way spots are currently filled.
The exchange between the Atlanta Hawks guard and 12-year NBA pro intensified Wednesday, capped off by a post from the Hawks on Thursday.
Dennis Smith Jr., who was originally drafted by Dallas in the first round of the 2017 NBA draft, has agreed to a one-year deal to return to the Mavericks, agent Daniel Hazan of Hazan Sports Management tells ESPN.
As LeBron James prepares for his 23rd season in the NBA, whispers of him walking away from the game and into retirement have become louder. James set the record straight recently on "360 With Speedy," during his tour of China for Nike.
Minnesota Lynx forward Alanna Smith and Las Vegas Aces center Aja Wilson have been named the 2025 Kia WNBA Co-Defensive Players of the Year, marking the first time in league history the award has been shared.
Trae Young responded to Patrick Beverley's podcast criticism Thursday, defending his leadership while questioning Beverley's own playoff achievements despite playing alongside elite teammates throughout his career.
The team addressed reporting related to Steve Ballmer's ties to the now-bankrupt environmental company.
The Charlotte Hornets have waived guard DaQuan Jeffries. Jeffries was originally acquired by the Hornets on Oct. 2, 2024, along with two future second-round picks as part of a three-team trade with Minnesota and New York.
The Hawks guard posted a 12-minute video attacking Patrick Beverley after the former NBAer said Young "had not won enough to speak to me.".
For over a decade, the phrase "trust the process" has divided waters within the NBA sphere.
Steve Ballmer and the Los Angeles Clippers funded a total of $118 million in Aspiration over an 18-month period, according to new reporting from Pablo Torre.
Breaking down the top five NBA teams with the most future first-round draft picks, from OKC to Utah.
In a recent appearance on The Sideline with Andy Katz, Damian Lillard spoke about returning to the Portland Trail Blazers. Lillard spoke what it means to him to return to Portland as it pertains to himself, his family and the team.
Which fantasy basketball players are going to exceed expectations in 2025-26? Who will disappoint? Who is ready to take things to an elite level? Our experts list their picks.
These moves this past summer.should have prompted more questions.
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Khalid Green was named as Overtime Elite's head of recruiting.
There remains "strong support" within the New York Knicks to retire Carmelo Anthony's No. 7 jersey, according to Ian Begley of SNY. Begley adds that there have been internal discussions about retiring the jersey in recent weeks. The decision to retire Anthony's jersey will be made by James Dolan.
The Brooklyn Nets signed D'Andre Davis to a partially guaranteed contract on Wednesday, reported Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Davis, who is expected to be waived, will earn $85,300. That figure will count against the cap. The Nets signed-and-waived David Muoka in a similar deal.
The New Orleans Pelicans signed-and-waived Johnny O'Neil, reported Keith Smith of Spotrac. O'Neil, who signed an Exhibit 10 contract, is expected to join the Birmingham Squadron. O'Neil averaged 9.4 points and 5.5 rebounds across two seasons at Santa Clara.
The NBA's Southeast Division is ready to level up. Wes Goldberg and guests Keith Smith (Spotrac) and Brad Rowland (Locked On Hawks) dissect offseason moves, potential lineups, and bold predictions for the Hawks, Magic, Heat, Hornets and Wizards.
On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vincent Goodwill is joined by Bomani Jones for his final episode. Vin and Bo reflect on Kawhi Leonard’s time in Los Angeles with the Clippers and discuss if despite no championships, has his time benefited the Clippers organization.
Natalie Nakase of the Golden State Valkyries has won the WNBA's Coach of the Year award. The Valkyries had a 23-21 record, which was five times the number of games the last WNBA expansion team won. Nakase received 53 of the 72 votes.
Subscribe to The Big NumberApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeTom Haberstroh and Dan Devine break down the latest in the Golden State Warriors and Jonathan Kuminga restricted free agency standoff.
Luka Doncic described his February trade from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers as shocking and disorienting, admitting he struggled with how to respond to leaving his basketball home.
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The NBA has launched an investigation into allegations that the Los Angeles Clippers circumvented the salary cap with Kawhi Leonard's $48 million endorsement deal with Aspiration. Adam Silver pledged that the league will "get to the bottom" of the allegations.
While the Los Angeles Clippers badly wanted to sign Kawhi Leonard during the 2019 offseason, sources tell ESPN that a sense of "fear" began kicking in shortly after they managed to do so based on the price they had to pay in terms of trading for Paul George and the cost of having Leonard as their franchise player.
Former Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone found a home quickly following his surprising firing in the regular season. Malone joined ESPN for the playoffs, providing analysis on the biggest NBA games the rest of the season.
"I don't know anything about Kawhi's deal. Show, no show. We'll certainly find out," Silver said.
The Brooklyn Nets waived guard Keon Johnson. The Nets will have roughly $272,000 in dead money on their cap sheet, assuming Johnson clears waivers. Johnson was with Brooklyn for a season-plus.
The New York Knicks filled out their roster for the preseason with a series of moves. The Knicks signed five veterans and one rookie to non-guaranteed, training camp contracts, in addition to filling all three two-way spots.
Just weeks after the Clippers shocked the NBA world by signing the 2019 NBA MVP, a feeling percolated across the organization: fear.
Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor ShowApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeKevin O'Connor & Mo Dakhil break down the Southwest Division and preview the Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, Dallas Mavericks, San Antonio Spurs, and New Orleans Pelicans ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season.
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These summer transactions perhaps should be talked about more and may have huge long-term impacts for the teams involved.
Adam Silver said that a new basketball league in Europe backed by the NBA and FIBA could launch by 2027 or 2028. Silver, who admitted that the date is "ambitious, no doubt about it," added that no firm date has been finalized.
The New York Knicks signed Kevin McCullar and Trey Jemison III to two-way contracts on Tuesday, reported Ian Begley of SNY. McCullar averaged 11.6 points last season for the Westchester Knicks in the G League. Jemison averaged 2.5 points and 2.8 rebounds for the Pelicans and Lakers last year.
Victor Wembanyama is launching "Alien Dunk," a new animated series that blends basketball and science fiction themes, with France's TF1 network already committed to the project.
NBA commissioner Adam Silver said the new European basketball league the NBA and FIBA have been working on could begin play in 2027 or 2028.
If Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer is nervous about the NBA looking into whether he gave Kawhi Leonard impermissible benefits during his free agency, Ballmer isn't showing it. Ballmer said Tuesday he welcomes the NBA's investigation into the situation.
The Southwest Division is STACKED with storylines heading into this NBA season. Wes Goldberg (RealGM Radio) and Keith Parish (Fastbreak Breakfast, Grits & Grinds) break down every team-Rockets, Spurs, Pelicans, Mavericks, and Grizzlies-and make predictions for how the division will shake out.
Paige Bueckers was named the 2025 WNBA Rookie of the Year as she received 70 of 72 first place votes. Sonia Citron received the other two votes. Bueckers, who was the No.
The Sacramento Kings believe Jonathan Kuminga wants to join their team, sources tell Sam Amick of The Athletic. The Kings and Phoenix Suns have maintained interest in acquiring Kuminga this offseason via a sign-and-trade agreement with the Golden State Warriors.
Malika Andrews and ESPN have agreed upon a multi-year contract extension. Andrews replaced Rachel Nichols as the host of NBA Today in 2021 and also hosted NBA Countdown over the past two seasons. Andrews first joined ESPN in 2018 as a reporter.
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Forward Jalon Moore has signed a non-guaranteed training camp deal with the New Orleans Pelicans. The deal is set up to get Moore to the Birmingham Squadron as an affiliate player following the preseason.
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With training camp opening in two weeks, the Mavericks are looking to answer a few questions that can help them return to postseason form.
The Golden State Warriors and Jonathan Kuminga are in imperfect fit. With training camp two weeks away, they could be stuck with each other.
The Bucks are looking to bounce back after a disappointing postseason, and they'll ask for new players to step up.
Can you imagine the extra problems it would cause if Leonard were suddenly an unrestricted free agent halfway through the season?.
There's a lot of finger pointing around the allegations of impermissible benefits, but Kawhi Leonard seems to have avoided much criticism.
The San Antonio Spurs waived Isaiah Miller on Monday, reported Keith Smith of Spotrac. Miller was waived to make room for Bismack Biyombo, who signed a one-year deal with the team. Miller, who signed an Exhibit 10 deal over the weekend, is expected to join the Austin Spurs in the G League. .
The Brooklyn Nets signed David Muoka to a partially guaranteed contract on Monday, reported Keith Smith of Spotrac. Muoka averaged 11.6 points and 9.9 rebounds for the Windy City Bulls last season. Muoka is likely to play for the Long Island Nets next season.
The New York Knicks signed Tosan Evbuomwan, his agent George S. Langberg of GSL Sports Group told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Evbuomwan averaged 9.5 points and 4.3 rebounds for the Nets last season.
Private equity firm Arctos Partners released research challenging claims that sports team valuations represent a financial bubble, arguing that price increases reflect fundamental business improvements rather than speculation.
Free agent Ben Simmons has denied rumours he has retired as speculation about his NBA future continues to bubble away.
The Atlanta Hawks are trading guard Kobe Bufkin to the Brooklyn Nets for cash considerations, sources told ESPN.
Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor ShowApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeKevin O’Connor is joined by Mo Dakhil for a deep dive into the latest twists around the Kawhi Leonard-Aspiration scandal and its potential impact on the LA Clippers.
Kobe Bufkin is getting a fresh start. The Atlanta Hawks struck a deal to send Bufkin to the Brooklyn Nets on Monday afternoon, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. In exchange, the Hawks will receive cash considerations from the Nets.
The Atlanta Hawks have agreed to trade Kobe Bufkin to the Brooklyn Nets for cash considerations. Bufkin was the 15th overall pick in the 2023 NBA draft out of Michigan. Bufkin played in just 10 games last season with the Hawks, averaging 5.3 points, 2.1 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 12.4 minutes.
