Introducing ESPN’s Basketball Power Index for 2025-2026: Predictions for 23 NBA teams
The code is written. The simulations run. Here’s who BPI projects to be in the top six in each conference, those fighting for play-in spots and three teams with high-variance young prospects.
Pacers extend Nesmith on 2-year, $40.4M deal
Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith agreed to a two-year, $40.4 million contract extension with the franchise through the 2028-29 season.
The NBA is here! Live updates from Thunder-Rockets and Lakers-Warriors
Opening night is here! Here are live updates from Thunder-Rockets and Lakers-Warriors, including analysis and biggest takeaways from each game. Source: ESPN NBA Headlines {$excerpt:n} The NBA is here! Live updates from Thunder-Rockets and Lakers-Warriors
The NBA is here! Live updates from the Thunder-Rockets season opener
The champs are hosting Kevin Durant on ring night. Keep it here for the latest updates, including insider analysis and takeaways.
NBA 2025-26 season preview: Rankings, predictions and what to know for all 30 teams
What do you need to know for all 30 NBA teams for the 2025-26 season? Here are the stars, stats and bets ahead of opening night.
NBA award winners to don honorable jersey patches in 2025-26 season debut
Players will have their respective trophy icons sown above the Nike swoosh on the front of their uniform.
Hart, Robinson to sit out Knicks' opener vs. Cavs
The Knicks will be without Josh Hart and Mitchell Robinson for Wednesday night’s season opener against the Cavaliers. Source: ESPN NBA Headlines {$excerpt:n} Hart, Robinson to sit out Knicks' opener vs. Cavs
Hart, Robinson to sit out Knicks’ opener vs. Cavs
The Knicks will be without Josh Hart and Mitchell Robinson for Wednesday night’s season opener against the Cavaliers.
Betting buzz: Impact of LeBron James’ injury on Lakers’ spread, win total
A closer look at how much LeBron James’ injury, which is causing him to miss the early part of the NBA season, is impacting betting on the Lakers.
Silver: More regulation still needed for betting
NBA commissioner Adam Silver said more regulation is needed to reduce opportunities for game manipulation related to gambling and to combat bad fan behavior in arenas, which may stem from losing wagers. Source: ESPN NBA Headlines {$excerpt:n} Silver: More regulation still needed for betting
