Wembanyama Sets Record With 93% Vote as GMs' Top Franchise Pick
Victor Wembanyama earned a record 93% of votes as the player GMs would most want to start a franchise with, leading eight categories in the NBA's 25th annual survey.
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Kristaps Porzingis Out Indefinitely for Warriors With Health Issue
Golden State Warriors forward/center Kristaps Porzingis will remain out indefinitely with a health issue after missing training camp and five preseason games.
Michael Jordan 'Last Dance' Jersey Sells for Record $14 Million
Michael Jordan's autographed Game 2 jersey from the 1998 NBA Finals sold for $14M (£10.6M), setting a new record for basketball memorabilia.
Kyrie Irving to Return for Mavericks in China After ACL Tear
Kyrie Irving will play one Mavericks preseason game in China vs. Houston, his first action since March 2025 ACL tear after an undisclosed calf-strain setback.
Jazz Center Jusuf Nurkic Out at Least Four Weeks With Foot Injury
Utah Jazz center Jusuf Nurkic will miss at least four weeks with a partial plantar plate tear in his right foot suffered in Sunday's preseason opener.
Jalen Duren Vows to Be Piston for Life After $200M Deal
Jalen Duren declared he wants to be a Detroit Piston for life after signing his five-year, $200M contract Sunday following a lengthy restricted free agency standoff.
Michael Jordan's Last Dance Jersey Sells for Record $12.3M
Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals Game 3 'Last Dance' jersey sold for $12.3m (£9.3m) at Joopiter, setting a new record for Jordan memorabilia.
Isiah Thomas Rejoins Knicks Board in MSG Corporate Split
Isiah Thomas rejoins the New York Knicks on the board of the newly formed MSG Knickerbockers Corp as MSG Sports splits the Knicks and Rangers into separate companies.
Pistons Remove Weight Clause From $200M Offer to Jalen Duren
The Detroit Pistons have removed a weight-related clause from their five-year, $200 million contract offer to center Jalen Duren ahead of Thursday's deadline.
Hornets Waive Rob Dillingham After Acquiring Him From Bulls
The Charlotte Hornets are waiving Rob Dillingham days after acquiring him from the Bulls for Buddy Hield in a deal that created a $9.6M trade exception.
Anthony Davis to Weigh Wizards Future After 2026-27 Season
Anthony Davis said he will play out the 2026-27 season with the Wizards before deciding on his $62.8M player option and long-term future in Washington.
Clippers Begin Penalty Era Amid Cap Scandal and Injuries
Clippers broke silence 26 days after NBA cap probe in Inglewood, facing $30M fine, loss of five first-round picks and major injuries as they head to Maui for training camp.
Brandon Ingram Achilles Injury Delays Clippers Debut After Trade
Brandon Ingram's partially torn left Achilles will delay his Clippers debut until late October or November following the Kawhi Leonard trade to Toronto.
Jalen Duren to Skip Pistons Media Day Amid Contract Stalemate
Jalen Duren is expected to skip Pistons media day Monday as his restricted free agency stalemate drags on ahead of Thursday's $9.6M qualifying offer deadline.
Stephen Curry, Warriors Agree to $116M Two-Year Extension
Stephen Curry and the Warriors agreed to a two-year, $116M extension with a 2028-29 player option, taking about $20M less than his $136.7M max to preserve cap flexibility.
Cooper Flagg Debut Patch Card Sells for Record $8.04 Million
Cooper Flagg's one-of-one Topps Chrome Debut Patch card sold for $8.04M, the fifth-highest sports card sale ever and a new record for Debut Patch cards.
Dereck Lively II Not Cleared for Mavericks Camp With Foot Injury
Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II remains out for training camp while recovering from right foot surgery, with his regular-season status still to be determined.
Luka Doncic Vows Lakers Title Push in Passionate Book Essay
Luka Doncic delivered a passionate championship vow in the Lakers' new 528-page official history book, telling fans he 'won't rest until we win more championships.'
Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns Extension Talks Stall Before Camp
Karl-Anthony Towns and the Knicks have stalled on a four-year, $276M extension, with no deal expected before training camp despite cordial talks.
Stephen Curry Weighs Warriors Extension, Seeks Flexibility
Stephen Curry says his Warriors extension decision won't affect play as he weighs a two-year, $136.7M deal and seeks cap flexibility ahead of camp.
Lonzo Ball Opens Up on Knee Injury, Denies Retirement Rumors
Lonzo Ball detailed his devastating knee injury that cost him over 1,000 days, describing daily management while shutting down retirement rumors.
Kawhi Leonard, Raptors Agree to Two-Year $115M Extension
Kawhi Leonard and the Toronto Raptors agreed to a two-year, $115M extension with a player option for 2028-29 after his trade from the Clippers.
Trae Young Says Hawks Front Office Turnover Led to Wizards Trade
Trae Young said Atlanta's front office turnover led to his January trade to Washington, citing less support under Onsi Saleh than from Travis Schlenk.
Hawks Rookie Henri Veesaar to Miss Season With Torn ACL
Atlanta Hawks rookie Henri Veesaar will miss the upcoming season with a torn ACL suffered in a Sept. 15 workout, with surgery scheduled for October.
Nicolas Batum Announces NBA Retirement After 18 Seasons
Nicolas Batum announced his NBA retirement after 18 seasons Monday in an emotional video with son Ayden at the French gym where he began playing in 1991.
Pistons Offer Jalen Duren $200M Deal With Weight Clause
The Detroit Pistons offered Jalen Duren a five-year, $200 million deal with a weight clause, but the center rejected it while seeking over $200 million.
Malachi Smith Signs Two-Way Deal With Toronto Raptors
Malachi Smith and the Toronto Raptors have agreed to a Two-Way contract after his August training camp deal, following his stint with the Brooklyn Nets.
Warriors Draftee Lajae Jones Signs With Trieste in Italy
Golden State Warriors second-round pick Lajae Jones will start his pro career overseas, signing with Pallacanestro Trieste in Italy for the upcoming season.
Lakers Sign and Waive Anton Watson in Training Camp Move
Los Angeles Lakers signed Gonzaga forward Anton Watson to a training camp deal and waived him Sept. 18, with a likely assignment to their G League affiliate.
Hawks, Hornets Discuss Buddy Hield-Finney-Smith Swap
Atlanta and Charlotte have discussed swapping Buddy Hield for Dorian Finney-Smith as both teams work toward regular-season roster compliance next month.
76ers Face Championship-or-Bust Pressure After Adding LeBron James
Philadelphia added LeBron James to a star core with Joel Embiid, facing championship-or-bust pressure in its most consequential season since 2001.
Hornets, Brandon Miller Discussing Rookie Scale Extension
The Charlotte Hornets and former No. 2 pick Brandon Miller are in active talks on a rookie scale extension after Miller's efficient 20.2-point season.
Cam Whitmore Signs Two-Way Deal With Denver Nuggets
Cam Whitmore signs a Two-Way deal with the Denver Nuggets after being waived-and-stretched by Cleveland following a 21-game season in Washington.
Suns Sign and Waive David Stockton in Training Camp Move
Phoenix signed former Gonzaga guard David Stockton to a training camp deal and waived him Sept. 18, routing the veteran back to G League Valley Suns.
Pelle Larsson, Heat Agree to 4-Year, $60M Extension Deal
Miami Heat guard Pelle Larsson has agreed to a four-year, $60 million extension with a mutual option for 2030-31, keeping him off restricted free agency.
Keyonte George, Jazz Agree to Five-Year, $157.5M Extension
Keyonte George and the Utah Jazz agreed to a fully guaranteed five-year, $157.5 million rookie extension following his breakout 23.6-point season.
Tracy McGrady Says He'd Take MVP Over NBA Title in Debate
Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady said he'd prefer an MVP over a championship, sparking debate after his 'Cousins' podcast comments with Vince Carter.
Saddiq Bey, Pelicans Agree to 3-Year, $55.5M Extension Deal
Saddiq Bey and the Pelicans agreed to a three-year, $55.5M fully guaranteed extension through 2030 after his 17.7-point comeback season following an ACL tear.
Saddiq Bey Agrees to $55.5M Pelicans Extension After ACL Comeback
Saddiq Bey agreed to a three-year, $55.5 million extension with the Pelicans after posting a career-high 17.7 points per game in his comeback from a torn ACL.
Nikola Mirotic Signs With Valencia for 18th Pro Season
Veteran forward Nikola Mirotic has signed with Valencia Basket for his 18th pro season after averaging 11.1 points on 48/40/86 splits in 58 games with Monaco.
Kawhi Leonard, Raptors Nearing $126M Contract Extension
Kawhi Leonard and the Toronto Raptors are nearing a $126M extension over two seasons on top of his $50.3M salary after his trade from the Clippers.
LeBron James to Earn $15M Annually in Polymarket Deal
LeBron James will earn $15M annually from Polymarket, dwarfing his $3.9M Sixers salary for 2026-27, as the platform pushes football-focused promotion.
Paul George Embraces Celtics Move After Jaylen Brown Trade
Paul George says he holds no hard feelings after blockbuster trade sending Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia, vows to reestablish himself with Boston.
Veteran Guard John Konchar Signs One-Year Deal With New York Knicks
The New York Knicks have signed veteran guard John Konchar to a one-year deal, filling one of the team's remaining roster spots.
Clippers Send Kawhi Leonard to Raptors in Official Blockbuster Trade
Kawhi Leonard officially heads to Toronto as Clippers acquire Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick and multiple picks after NBA salary-cap investigation.
Kawhi Leonard Traded to Raptors as NBA Punishes Clippers
Kawhi Leonard returns to Toronto in agreed trade with Clippers as NBA strips L.A. of five first-round picks over $28M salary-cap violation probe.
Knicks Face Tough Miles McBride Extension Decision Amid Cap Crunch
Miles McBride enters his final contract year as the Knicks' longest-tenured player, but New York's second-apron crunch complicates extension talks.
Suns' Mark Williams Out Months With Torn Labrum; Maluach Next
Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams suffered a torn left labrum in a scrimmage and will miss several months, pushing Khaman Maluach and Oso Ighodaro into larger roles.
Clippers Consider Lawsuit, Restraining Order Over NBA Penalties
Steve Ballmer and the Clippers are weighing a lawsuit and restraining order against the NBA after harsh penalties including five lost first-round picks.
Jalen Duren Weighs $9.6M Qualifying Offer Amid Pistons Standoff
Jalen Duren is increasingly open to playing on his $9.6M qualifying offer with Detroit, risking about $25M to reach unrestricted free agency in 2027.
Team USA Sets Records in 108-56 World Cup Rout of Hungary
Napheesa Collier scored 19 as Team USA set tournament records with 108 points and 31 assists in a dominant 108-56 quarterfinal win over Hungary.
Lakers Hire Heat Executive Eric Amsler as Assistant GM
Lakers hire longtime Miami Heat VP Eric Amsler as assistant GM, marking Rob Pelinka's second major front-office addition this summer amid ownership transition.
ESPN Insider Provides Jimmy Butler Health Update Before Warriors Camp
ESPN insider shares Jimmy Butler health update as Warriors prepare for training camp at the end of the month ahead of the rapidly approaching NBA season.
Wizards Promote Amber Nichols to VP of Basketball Operations
Washington Wizards have promoted Amber Nichols to VP of basketball operations and personnel, elevating the former Capital City Go-Go GM in front office move.
Lakers to Honor Phil Jackson With Statue for Five Titles
The Los Angeles Lakers will honor Hall of Fame coach Phil Jackson with a statue outside their stadium after his five championships with the franchise.
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Partners with bet365
Monumental Sports & Entertainment announces multi-year deal with bet365 as the betting platform launches in Washington, D.C.
Grizzlies Land Jordan Hawkins, Peavy in Pelicans Trade
Pelicans trade Jordan Hawkins, Micah Peavy and draft capital to Grizzlies for Taj Gibson and A.J. Johnson to clear first-apron space for Bennedict Mathurin.
Raptors' Kawhi Leonard Trade With Clippers Expected to Proceed
Raptors' trade for Kawhi Leonard from the Clippers is expected to proceed as agreed for Ingram, Dick and picks after NBA investigation ends with fine.
Collin Sexton Embraces Winning Culture After Joining Lakers
New Lakers guard Collin Sexton discusses his free agency decision, the team's championship aspirations, and bonding with teammate Luka Doncic in Slovenia.
Jackie Young Leads Team USA to Narrow 55-52 Victory Over Italy
Team USA extended their FIBA World Cup win streak to 32 games after a gritty 55-52 victory over Italy, led by Jackie Young's 10-point performance.
76ers Retain 2029 First-Round Pick Swap Following Clippers Penalty
The Philadelphia 76ers will maintain their 2029 first-round pick swap with the Los Angeles Clippers after the NBA adjusted penalties for salary cap violations.