LeBron vs. Father Time: How James has changed this season, by the numbers
LeBron James might be mortal. Zach Kram examines how the future Hall of Famer looks different compared to the past two decades.
Christmas games: ESPN schedule, history, stats
The NBA and Christmas have been interlinked since the first slate of holiday games debuted in 1947. Check out this year’s schedule and fun facts now.
‘Locked in’ Giannis says agent talk out of his hands
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo said he was “locked in” on getting healthy and told reporters on Thursday afternoon that he can’t control reports about his future with the Bucks.
‘I wish he was still here’: Inside Klay Thompson’s split from Golden State
Thompson’s future is uncertain, but his friendship with Steph Curry and Draymond Green endures.
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.
Hawks to rest Young (knee) vs. Spurs on Friday
Hawks point guard Trae Young will sit out the second of a back-to-back and not play in Friday’s game against San Antonio because of right knee injury management.
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.
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 assists, 11 rebounds, 5 steals and only 1 turnover, a stat line reached by only one other player in NBA history.
Risers and fallers: Add Dylan Harper, Cam Spencer for instant offense
Steve Alexander highlights fantasy basketball names trending upwards or downwards, with key takeaways for each.
