Even Nikola Jokic might not be able to save these Nuggets
Denver’s roster was never built to overcome any slippage from its three-time MVP.
Super 8: Thompson's game-winning 3 completes Heat's dramatic comeback
The Heat engulfed Klay Thompson in a jubilant celebration after his corner 3 — his eighth of the game — went in with one second left in overtime of Miami’s 117-116 victory…
Morant, hurt against Grizzlies, to miss at least four weeks
Trail Blazers guard Ja Morant sustained a left hamstring strain in his first game against the Grizzlies, his former team, and will be out for at least four weeks.
NBA breakout tiers: 30 players ready to ascend
Steady starter to an All-Star lock? Top-10 talent to an MVP? Breakout seasons take many forms in the NBA. Ben Golliver identifies 30 players primed to take the next step.
What worked — and what didn't — in 12 NBA season debuts
Which stars shined with their new teams? Which might want a do-over?
Luka: Lakers' 'ceiling is even higher,' pairs with Kessler for blowout
For the Lakers, who have installed Luka Doncic as the heir to LeBron James and rebuilt their roster around him, the early results in a 127-105 win over the Warriors were a…
Redick says Lakers' 'biggest unknown' is how they will deal with adversity
JJ Redick said the Lakers’ “biggest unknown” is how his new-look roster sans LeBron James will deal with adversity.
What NBA preseason revealed about all 30 teams
With 2026-27 tipoff closing in, Ben Golliver shares the key takeaways that will shape the regular season.
NBA GMs project Wembanyama, Spurs to hoist hardware
An annual survey of NBA general managers projects the Spurs to win the NBA title this season, with Victor Wembanyama earning MVP and Defensive Player of the Year honors.
Retired Westbrook wants to carry torch for L.A. Olympics
Retired NBA player and Olympic gold medal winner Russell Westbrook said he wants to carry the torch when his native Los Angeles hosts the 2028 Games.
