Can the NBA Cup’s surprise finalists make a Finals run? Why there’s already a road map
ESPN analyst Kevin Pelton breaks down how the finalist Spurs and semifinalist Magic can use their cup experience for the postseason.
Power Rankings: Cavaliers and 76ers cling onto contention in East
NBA insiders break down where all 30 teams stand in this week’s rankings ahead of the holiday season.
Scouts, coaches weigh in on three-man race for No. 1 pick in 2026 NBA draft
It’s a tight race at the top of the 2026 NBA draft. We talked to insiders to learn where things stand now.
NBA Futures: Thunder remain championship favorites; Knicks’ title odds unchanged
The Oklahoma City Thunder are still big favorites to repeat as champions, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has moved back in front in the MVP race.
Doncic carries Lakers with 45-point triple-double
Luka Doncic led the Lakers to victory with 45 points, 14 rebounds and 11 assists with only one turnover, a stat line reached by only one other player in NBA history.
Meet Alpi and Twin: The star duo hoping to lead the Rockets to a title
Amen Thompson and Alperen Sengun spent the offseason 6,000 miles apart as they worked to reach a new level this season.
Best quotes, latest intel from Windhorst’s podcast
From breaking news to the latest intel from around the NBA, here are the biggest highlights from Brian Windhorst’s “The Hoop Collective” podcast.
Why Flagg is in LeBron and Kobe territory, Carrington a sneaky pickup
A closer look at how the Mavs rookie is making history and four other players trending up.
Bickerstaff says ref Goble entered game with bias
Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff sounded off on official John Goble, saying his calls during Thursday night’s game against the Mavs were “not objective.”
Nacua’s brother arrested over theft of Laker’s car
The brother of Rams star Puka Nacua was arrested for allegedly stealing a vehicle that reportedly belonged to Lakers forward Adou Thiero.
