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Sources: Mavs' Dereck Lively II (foot) not cleared for camp
Dereck Lively II's status for the start of the season has yet to be determined as he continues to recover from right foot surgery, sources said.
2026 NBA buzz: Latest free agency and trade updates
We're tracking deals, trades and buzz across the NBA, including Pelle Larsson getting a long-term extension with the Heat.
Is LeBron properly ranked in the ESPN NBA Rank?
Is LeBron properly ranked in the ESPN NBA Rank?
Why Windy believes KAT-Knicks extension will get done, with one caveat
Why Windy believes KAT-Knicks extension will get done, with one caveat
Sources: Extension talks stall between Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns
Extension talks have stagnated between the Knicks and Karl-Anthony Towns, and an agreement is considered unlikely as the team begins camp, sources told ESPN.
Warriors' Stephen Curry says 'no drama' over unsettled contract
Warriors star Stephen Curry said his unsettled contract extension situation will have zero impact on his play or the team's vibe entering the season.
Inside the basketball of 'One Tree Hill' 23 years later
In honor of 23 years since "One Tree Hill" premiered, James Lafferty & Co. take us inside the basketball heart of the cult classic TV show.
NBA Rank 2026, players Nos. 50-11: Where LeBron, Steph, KD check in
Our countdown of the NBA's top 100 players continues. See which stars just missed a spot in the top 10 -- and where three legends land.
NBA Rank 2026: Snubs, surprises and reaction from insiders
Were LeBron, Steph and KD ranked correctly? NBA insiders break down the biggest snubs, surprises and predictions.
Clippers name Trent Redden interim president of basketball ops
The LA Clippers named general manager Trent Redden as the team's interim president of basketball operations while Lawrence Frank serves his six-month suspension.
2026 NBA offseason trade grades: Finney-Smith, Schroder, more deals
We're grading the biggest NBA trades of the offseason, including the Atlanta deal that sent Hield and Nembhard to Charlotte for Finney-Smith.
Is Zion at No. 51 too high, too low or just right in NBA Rank?
Is Zion at No. 51 too high, too low or just right in NBA Rank?
Stephen Adams jokes 'GTA VI' could hurt NBA performance
Stephen Adams jokes 'GTA VI' could hurt NBA performance
Spurs-Pelicans games in Paris, Manchester sold out, NBA says
The NBA announced on Tuesday that tickets are sold out for the 2027 NBA Paris and Manchester games set for January, featuring the San Antonio Spurs and the New Orleans Pelicans.
Hawks trade Hield, Nembhard to Hornets for Finney-Smith
The Hawks are sending Buddy Hield, Ryan Nembhard and cash considerations to the Charlotte Hornets for Dorian Finney-Smith.
NBA trade tracker: Updates for every deal of the 2026 offseason
We have the updates, including players and draft picks, for every NBA trade made this summer.
Shams: Kawhi 'expects to retire' in Toronto after signing contract extension
Shams: Kawhi 'expects to retire' in Toronto after signing contract extension
Rockets, with return of VanVleet, hope to make 'real noise'
The Rockets hope to make "some real noise" this season after heading into the year fully healthy with point guard Fred VanVleet back at the helm.
2026 NBA free agency: Grades for offseason signings, extensions
We're grading the biggest free agent signings and extensions, including Kawhi Leonards's extension with the Raptors.
Raptors agree to 2-year, $115M extension with Kawhi Leonard
Toronto Raptors star Kawhi Leonard has agreed on a two-year, $115 million contract extension with the franchise plus a player option for the 2028-29 season, his agent, Harrison Gaines of Slash Sports, told ESPN on Tuesday.
'The Hoop Collective': Episodes of Brian Windhorst's NBA podcast
Here are the top highlights from Brian Windhorst's "The Hoop Collective" podcast, from breaking news to the latest intel and reaction from around the NBA.
NBA Rank 2026: 10 players to watch in <em>next</em> season's top 100
There's always next year. Ben Golliver and Zach Kram examine 10 players already on our radar for 2027 NBA Rank.
NBA Rank 2026, players Nos. 100-51: Four rookies make their debuts
We're revealing our top 100 players in the league for the 2026-27 season. Which players broke into Nos. 100 to 51? Which stars fell?
Fantasy basketball: Our experts each list five players they hope to draft
Our experts pinpoint the players they are targeting in their fantasy drafts this season.
