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LeBron James will miss opening night of his record 23rd NBA season due to sciatica

LeBron James will miss opening night of his record 23rd NBA season due to sciatica that will be re-evaluated in three to four weeks.

Miami's Erik Spoelstra top pick to coach US men's basketball team at 2028 Olympics, AP sources say2m read

Durant on his preseason debut with Rockets: 'It felt like I've been here for a while'1m read

Antetokounmpo says he's 'locked in' with Bucks while noting possibility he could change his mind

Giannis Antetokounmpo reaffirmed that he's "locked in" with the Milwaukee Bucks while acknowledging the possibility that could eventually change depending on how things develop over the next several months.

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The ACC has been going through a sideline overhaul. This year that includes 4 new head coaches

The Atlantic Coast Conference's multiyear coaching overhaul will include four new head coaches for the 2025-26 season.

NBA returns to China for 1st time since a rift distanced it from one of the sport's largest fanbases4m read

Magic Johnson to lead 137th Rose Parade as grand marshal1m read

LeBron James teased 'the decision of all decisions' announcement. It was an ad1m read

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum has a new job: chief basketball officer for his former Duke program1m read

Grizzlies' Ja Morant week to week with sprained ankle, joins list of injured starters

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Knicks

Knicks working on reading and reacting to defense and offensive concepts2m read

Brown excited for Garden debut as Knicks coach2m read

Mikal Bridges to hit ground running as Knicks' season starts2m read

Mike Brown wants focus on current Knicks, not on Antetokounmpo1m read

Brooklyn Nets

Michael Porter Jr. adjusting to move to Brooklyn and a big role with the Nets2m read

Two-time MVP Steve Nash joins the Phoenix Suns as a senior adviser

Hawks trade former 1st-round pick Kobe Bufkin to Nets for cash considerations

Sports Jobs: Amityville's Long turned love of dancing into career with Liberty, Nets3m read

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Thunder rookie Nikola Topic to miss at least four weeks after testicular procedure1m read

NBA won't move All-Star Game out of LA as it investigates Clippers over Kawhi Leonard deal1m read

Mercyhurst opens its conference season with 22-13 win over Long Island

Giannis Antetokounmpo returns to Milwaukee Bucks practice after COVID-19 recovery1m read

Bronny James has a rough shooting night, but makes progress in his quest to earn a role with Lakers2m read

Lakers lose their preseason opener 103-81 to Suns with LeBron James, Luka Doncic sitting out1m read

Jalen Johnson's return from injury could be key for the Atlanta Hawks' success2m read

Jonathan Kuminga gets going on the court with Warriors after three-month contract stalemate2m read

Saints sign lease extension at the state-owned Superdome through at least 20351m read

Nikola Jokic's plan to stay with the Nuggets forever and the offseason moves that energized him1m read

Suns, Mercury announce $115M arena naming rights deal with owner Mat Ishbia's mortgage company

Miami Heat, Nikola Jovic agree on 4-year extension, AP source says

Warriors prepare for Jonathan Kuminga's arrival after summer contract stalemate2m read

Dorian Finney-Smith likely to miss Rockets' season opener after ankle surgery

Kuminga reaches 2-year deal with Warriors, ending contract stalemate1m read

Pelicans' trip to Australia for preseason games is a first for the NBA2m read

Steve Kerr content coaching Warriors in a contract year, waiting on negotiations until after season2m read

LeBron misses Lakers' first practice of training camp due to minor injury, focus on long-term health

Syracuse basketball great Lawrence Moten dies at age 531m read

Despite Kessler's lingering contract situation and dim prospects, the Jazz are betting on youth2m read

With training camp set to begin, Warriors wait on Jonathan Kuminga's unsettled contract situation2m read

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder aim to defend their NBA title with familiar faces2m read

Magic have high expectations after upgrading strong roster with addition of Desmond Bane2m read

Expectations are great for Trail Blazers rookie Yang Hansen in Portland and back home2m read

Mavs see a clear path to contention if the health of Irving and Davis, Flagg's arrival go as planned3m read

Donovan Mitchell's drive intensifies with the Cavaliers after Max Strus injury2m read

Wolves find comfort in feeling of being settled, after big trade brought rocky start last season3m read

While dealing with COVID, Antetokounmpo discusses why he still believes in the Bucks3m read

2-time All-Star Ja Morant going into a big season for himself and the Grizzlies2m read

Bulls exec Arturas Karnisovas continues to preach patience from frustrated fans2m read

Cade Cunningham and Pistons aiming to take next step, advancing in playoffs for 1st time since 20082m read

Durant excited to be playing in Texas again after blockbuster summer trade to Houston Rockets3m read

Wembanyama healthier, happier and even taller after returning from surgery for deep vein thrombosis3m read

LeBron not thinking about retirement or son Bryce's future as he begins 23rd NBA season with Lakers3m read

Porzingis says he's fully recovered from mystery illness as he adds 'gunpowder' to Hawks new lineup2m read

Wemby's back. Kyrie and Tatum want to be back. Injuries were a talking point at NBA media days3m read

Norman Powell aims to prove doubters wrong with Miami Heat, after joining team in offseason deal2m read

Bam Adebayo shares emotions that came with presenting A'ja Wilson with her fourth WNBA MVP trophy1m read

LeBron's future, Kawhi's situation and Tatum's health all part of the questions for NBA Media Day4m read

Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson injures hamstring, out 4-8 weeks

Grizzlies center Zach Edey to miss 6-9 weeks while recovering from ankle surgery1m read

New Celtics owner Bill Chisholm vows to 'do whatever it takes' to win championships3m read

Lakers coach JJ Redick received extension ahead of full season of LeBron James-Luka Doncic pairing2m read

Utah Jazz to wear patch honoring Frank Layden on their jerseys this season

Aces coach Becky Hammon slams officiating after physical Game 2 win over Fever2m read

Entering 11th year, Devin Booker's presence gives Suns much-needed stability during a turbulent time2m read

Nancy Leonard, beloved leader of Pacers franchise who helped save it from financial ruin, dies at 93

Defiant Suns owner Mat Ishbia calls multiple lawsuits team is facing a 'money grab'1m read

Zion Williamson says new Pelicans exec Joe Dumars is demanding -- and he likes it2m read

Cavaliers guard Darius Garland will see limited activity during training camp1m read

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