Hornets’ Ball fined $35K for flipping off ref in loss
The NBA has fined Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball $35,000 for making an obscene hand gesture during Charlotte’s 144-117 loss to the Miami Heat on Tuesday night.
Giannis (knee) sits as Rollins leads Bucks to win
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo did not play in Thursday’s 120-110 win over the Warriors.
Sources: NBA, books review most vulnerable bets
The NBA and its partner sportsbook have had ongoing discussions on what types of bets are most vulnerable to manipulation and what betting limits are appropriate for such bets, sources told ESPN.
Thunder’s Topic in treatment for testicular cancer
Thunder guard Nikola Topic has begun chemotherapy treatment for testicular cancer, with general manager Sam Presti saying doctors are “extremely positive” about the long-term outlook.
Cavs’ Allen has fractured ring finger on left hand
Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen is listed as questionable for Friday’s NBA Cup game against Toronto after breaking the ring finger on his left hand.
76ers exercise third-year option for McCain
Philadelphia will have Jared McCain under contract through the 2026-27 season.
HalloWemby: Victor Wembanyama doesn’t continue his Halloween costume trend
With no game on Halloween this season, the San Antonio Spurs center revealed there would be no costume — and stayed true to his word.
Wemby leads Spurs to franchise's first 5-0 start
San Antonio, behind star Victor Wembanyama, is off to its hottest start in its 50 seasons in the NBA. Source: ESPN NBA Headlines {$excerpt:n} Wemby leads Spurs to franchise's first 5-0 start
Wemby leads Spurs to franchise’s first 5-0 start
San Antonio, behind star Victor Wembanyama, is off to its hottest start in its 50 seasons in the NBA.
Edgecombe overtakes Flagg as ROY favorite; what it means for betting, fantasy
With VJ Edgecombe passing Cooper Flagg as the favorite for NBA’s Rookie of the Year, Andre Snellings looks at how it happened so quickly and what to expect from both going forward.
