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Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker / January 2
Clippers' Kawhi Leonard matches Kobe Bryant with historic stretch
Leonard's recent scoring tear has accomplished far more than just putting the Los Angeles Clippers back in the hunt.
Denver Nuggets News / Yardbarker / January 2
Should NBA adjust MVP rule to accommodate stars like Nikola Jokic?
With the 2025–26 NBA season nearing its midpoint, the league’s MVP race has been thrown into uncertainty. Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic — widely considered the best player in the world — is expected to miss at least four weeks after suffering a hyperextended left knee and bone bruise in Monday’s loss to the Miami Heat.
Trae Young News / Yardbarker / January 1
Hawks players reportedly 'hate' playing with untradable Trae Young
The former Oklahoma star has always been a polarizing figure around the NBA, but the situation is getting too big to ignore right now.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Rumors / January 1
Giannis Antetokounmpo says the quiet part out loud after Bucks' stunning loss to lowly Wizards
For the Bucks to achieve their dual goals of reaching the playoffs and keeping Giannis Antetokounmpo happy enough to avoid a trade demand, they can’t afford many more losses like the one they had Wednesday night against Washington.
The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history
Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 2
76ers PG Tyrese Maxey furthers MVP case with dominant performance in statement win over Mavericks
On the first day of the new year, Tyrese Maxey picked up right where he left off in 2025 and furthered his case to join the MVP conversation with another big-time performance.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 1
Kevin Durant sets season high in uncharacteristic category against former team in Rockets' win
Durant recorded a double-double in 37 minutes as he helped lead his team to victory.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / January 1
NBA Hall of Famer Reggie Miller calls out Lakers star Luka Doncic
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic can do a lot of things on the basketball court at a high level, but defense remains a vulnerable aspect of his game.
San Antonio Spurs News / Hoops Rumors / December 31
Victor Wembanyama leaves game early with injury, but Spurs can breathe sigh of relief
Victor Wembanyama suffered a hyperextended left knee in the Spurs‘ win.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 31
Julian Champagnie's career night helps Spurs snap brief losing streak
Over the previous three weeks, the San Antonio Spurs looked to have cemented themselves as arguably the best team in the NBA.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / January 1
Lakers' Adou Thiero to be reevaluated in four weeks for MCL sprain
The injury comes at an unfortunate time for Thiero, who may have been able to increase his role with the short-handed Lakers.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 31
Warriors hold Father Time at bay in New Year's Eve win over young Hornets
The veteran Golden State Warriors proved they're not ready to give way yet against the youthful Charlotte Hornets Wednesday.
Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / December 31
Celtics star Derrick White makes unique NBA history in win over Jazz
Boston Celtics guard Derrick White had one of the best games of his career in Tuesday night's win over the Utah Jazz, and he made NBA history in the process.
Nikola Jokic News / Yardbarker / December 30
Report reveals extent of Nuggets star Nikola Jokic's injury
Jokic suffered a knee injury during Monday night's game against the Miami Heat.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 31
Pistons' conquest of Lakers showcases team's strengths
With a 128-106 dismantling of the Los Angeles Lakers Tuesday night, the Detroit Pistons showed why they are top dogs in the NBA’s Eastern Conference.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 31
Jaylen Brown sacrifices chance to break Larry Bird record, but plays crucial role in Celtics' win
Jaylen Brown fell just short of setting a franchise record for the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night.
Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / December 30
Celtics forward Jaylen Brown slams NBA All-Star voting as a 'PR contest'
Jaylen Brown thinks that NBA All-Star voting has become a bit of a dog and pony show.
Milwaukee Bucks News / Yardbarker / December 30
Giannis Antetokounmpo needs to be the bad guy if he wants to change teams
Antetokounmpo owes it to his teammates, his organization and himself to decide what he wants to do the rest of the season.
Baylor Bears News / Hoops Rumors / December 30
NCAA says players who signed NBA contracts won't be granted eligibility
Although the NCAA has granted four years of college eligibility to 2023 second-round pick James Nnaji, who recently enrolled at Baylor, players who have signed NBA contracts will remain ineligible to play college basketball.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 30
Evaluating the factors involved in LeBron James' potential retirement decision
Should LeBron James retire? The question sounds harsher than it really is.
Nikola Jokic News / Yardbarker / December 30
Nikola Jokic injury a potentially major blow to Nuggets
The Denver Nuggets could have a big problem on their hands.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 29
What the first NBA All-Star votes really tell us
The NBA released its first All-Star fan voting returns on Monday morning, providing an early snapshot of how the league looks at midseason.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 30
Bucks' win allows Doc Rivers to climb NBA's all-time list
Even though it's been a while since he's led a team on a deep run through the playoffs, Doc Rivers has still won a lot of games.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 29
Cavaliers could be in for a turnaround after win over Spurs
The Cleveland Cavaliers notched their signature win of the 2025-26 season so far on Monday by going on the road and defeating the San Antonio Spurs, 113-101.
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