Redick disputes fatigue a factor in Lakers’ G4 loss
Lakers coach JJ Redick, while admitting that fourth-quarter struggles have been “a trend” for his team as it trails the Timberwolves 3-1 in their first-round playoff series, disputed that a fatigued second-half rotation was to blame.
Wolves: Ant leading with prove-’em-wrong attitude
As the Timberwolves look to close out the Lakers in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series, coach Chris Finch said his team has been playing with added motivation, led by star guard Anthony Edwards.
Doc: Lillard says he is ‘not going out this way’
Bucks coach Doc Rivers says he spoke to Damian Lillard on Tuesday and the guard said he’s “not going out this way” after tearing his left Achilles tendon.
Way-too-early H2H Points league rankings for 2025-26
Andre Snellings provides his early fantasy basketball rankings for next season.
Luka covers cost to restore vandalized Kobe mural
Lakers star Luka Doncic made a $5,000 donation Tuesday to cover the cost of a vandalized mural depicting Kobe and Gigi Bryant in downtown L.A.
Eastern Conference playoffs: Cavs advance with largest playoff win in franchise history
Here’s what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Eastern Conference’s first round.
Bucks’ Lillard tears Achilles; ’25-’26 in jeopardy
Bucks star Damian Lillard has a torn left Achilles tendon and will undergo surgery. The injury ends his season and puts his 2025-26 season in jeopardy.
Damian Lillard’s injury timeline, plus what to learn from other NBA stars’ Achilles tears
The Bucks guard faces a long recovery, but there is precedent for stars in their 30s making a full comeback.
Steph and Draymond’s ‘last ride’ comes down to Playoff Jimmy
Ten years after their first title, Curry and Green know Butler is the key to their pursuit of a fifth ring.
Lillard’s Achilles injury, Warriors’ needs: What’s ahead for the 2025 NBA playoffs teams
From mid-series adjustments to series surprises, here are the biggest takeaways from the first week of the 2025 NBA playoffs.