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Embiid and Brown lead 76ers to third straight win over Bucks
Joel Embiid posted a triple-double and Jaylen Brown scored 27 points as Philadelphia beat Milwaukee 127-116 to improve to 3-0.
Warriors explored trades for another star, Steve Kerr confirms
Steve Kerr says Golden State considered several potential trades for a high-level player, although no agreement has been reached.
Jokic and Embiid lead standout NBA night as Booker scores 43
Denver beat New Orleans in overtime, Philadelphia stayed unbeaten and Devin Booker scored 43 points in Phoenix’s victory over Golden State.
Nick Young blames Pat Riley for Miami Heat roster problems
The former NBA guard says Miami lacks a reliable starting point guard and has failed to build enough talent around Giannis Antetokounmpo.
James leads 76ers to record comeback win over Cavaliers
Philadelphia overturned a 29-point deficit to beat Cleveland 114-106, completing the largest comeback win of LeBron James’s NBA career.
Finch praises Ball’s playmaking after Timberwolves beat Miami
LaMelo Ball’s Timberwolves debut helped create open looks for Anthony Edwards and the rest of Minnesota in a 131-106 road win over Miami.
Haliburton stars on return as Pacers rally past Pelicans
Tyrese Haliburton marked his return from a 16-month Achilles injury with 23 points and 12 assists as Indiana opened the new NBA season with a 123-120 win over New Orleans.
Reese stars as Atlanta Dream claim first WNBA Finals victory
Angel Reese scored 30 points and grabbed 16 rebounds as the Atlanta Dream beat the Golden State Valkyries 79-65 to level the WNBA Finals at 1-1.
LeBron James joins Philadelphia 76ers in pursuit of fifth NBA title
LeBron James begins his 24th NBA season at age 41 with the Philadelphia 76ers, signing a two-year deal as he targets a first championship for the franchise since 1983.
Wembanyama sets MVP target as Spurs open season against Oklahoma City
The French forward said winning the MVP award is a major goal this season, though the Finals defeat to the Knicks has sharpened his focus on the collective.
Joel Embiid Lands at No. 2 on NBA Top Trade Candidates List
CBS Sports has placed Joel Embiid of the Philadelphia 76ers at No. 2 on its top 10 trade candidates list, behind Washington Wizards forward Anthony Davis, ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season.
Pascal Siakam ranked 27th-best NBA player by Bleacher Report
Bleacher Report ranks Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam 27th in the NBA heading into 2026-27, a spot ahead of Alperen Sengun and behind OG Anunoby, as he enters the final year of his contract.
Masai Ujiri banks on Kyrie Irving to grow the Mavericks
New Mavericks president Masai Ujiri has publicly backed Kyrie Irving after the guard's strong return from a long injury lay-off, dismissing trade enquiries from other NBA franchises.
Kuminga ruled out for Monday preseason game with Knicks
Jonathan Kuminga will sit out Monday's preseason meeting with New York due to general soreness, with the Timberwolves citing caution over minor bumps and bruises.
LeBron James and Joel Embiid set for extended run as 76ers face Celtics
The Philadelphia 76ers expect LeBron James and Joel Embiid to see extended minutes against the Boston Celtics on Friday, while the Celtics rest Jayson Tatum and Paul George.
Tinubu Building New Opportunities for Nigeria’s Sports Economy, Says Mustapha Abdullahi
Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria, says President Tinubu's reforms can transform sports into a major economic sector for Nigerian youths.
New Orleans Pelicans waive Christian Koloko
The New Orleans Pelicans have waived Cameroonian centre Christian Koloko, who had earlier played for the Atlanta Hawks this season.
Brown, Walker and Fall reconnect in Sixers locker room after Morocco trip
Jabari Walker, Jaylen Brown and Tacko Fall grew closer on an NBPA-organised trip to Morocco, months before all three ended up in Philadelphia.
Embiid denies late-arrival story, says he is an easy target
Joel Embiid has rejected an on-air claim that LeBron James confronted him for arriving late to practice, calling the story false and saying he is unfairly singled out.
James suffers pre-season defeat on 76ers debut
LeBron James scored 10 points in 18 first-half minutes but his Philadelphia 76ers fell 114-108 to the Brooklyn Nets in pre-season.
Atlanta Dream could have Allisha Gray back for Game 3 against Liberty
The Atlanta Dream lead New York 2-0 in their WNBA semifinal and could receive a boost as Allisha Gray is listed as questionable for Game 3 at the Barclays Center.
A'ja Wilson becomes first five-time MVP in WNBA history
Las Vegas Aces star A'ja Wilson has become the first five-time MVP in WNBA history, receiving 65 of 74 first-place votes and joining NBA greats Michael Jordan and Bill Russell.
Kuminga warns fan after vulgar taunt during public appearance
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jonathan Kuminga responded sharply to a fan who called him a vulgar nickname, saying he would confront the person if he found them.
Kuminga Goes 1-for-9 as Timberwolves Fall to Pacers in Preseason
Jonathan Kuminga scored just two points in Minnesota's 123-112 preseason loss to Indiana, drawing jabs from NBA social media after passing on the Lakers.