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Lakers' Luka Doncic makes history in return to Dallas

In leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a much-needed 116-110 win, Doncic put up one of his best performances of the season and was even close to adding an 87th career triple-double to his all-time ledger.

Could LeBron James take an unexpected path with his NBA future?

Grizzlies reveal extent of Ja Morant's latest injury

Pelicans' Zion Williamson is losing a notable endorsement line

Giannis Antetokounmpo out weeks as Bucks drama mounts

Joel Embiid's costly mistake dooms 76ers in their loss to the Knicks

Nets guard Cam Thomas got benched for stat padding

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Unexpected third team could facilitate Giannis Antetokounmpo trade to Knicks

It sounds like one team would be willing to help facilitate an Antetokounmpo trade to the Knicks.

Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo expects to miss 4-6 weeks as season continues spiral

The '30-point, 10-rebound NBA game leaders' quiz

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / January 24

Timberwolves-Warriors game postponed after shooting in Minneapolis

Saturday’s game between the Timberwolves and Warriors in Minneapolis has been postponed and rescheduled for Sunday at 4:30 pm CT, the NBA announced on Saturday (via X).

Charles Barkley makes bold statement after Timberwolves postponement

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / January 24

Joel Embiid's costly mistake dooms 76ers in their loss to the Knicks

Embiid’s blunder capped the 76ers’ spoiled bid to complete a series sweep of the Knicks.

Jalen Brunson helps Knicks sink 76ers

The 25 most notable NBA first-round draft mistakes

The 'Active NBA 20-point game leaders' quiz

Jalen Brunson News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active NBA 20-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to score 20 points in at least 200 games in their career can you name in seven minutes?

The 'Active 20-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz

The 'Active NBA players with the most 40-point games in a season' quiz

The 'NBA's No. 1 picks turned RoY' quiz

Memphis Grizzlies News / Yardbarker / January 24

Grizzlies reveal extent of Ja Morant's latest injury

The Memphis Grizzlies star will now be sidelined again for the foreseeable future.

Saddiq Bey, Pelicans break losing streaks vs. Grizzlies

Pelicans' Zion Williamson is losing a notable endorsement line

Giannis Antetokounmpo out weeks as Bucks drama mounts

Nets guard Cam Thomas got benched for stat padding

Joel Embiid's costly mistake dooms 76ers in their loss to the Knicks

Kings coach benches all of his starters — and it works

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Larry Brown Sports / January 24

Giannis Antetokounmpo out 4-6 weeks as Bucks drama mounts

Antetokounmpo is expected to miss 4-6 weeks with a right calf strain, delivering a crushing setback to a team already in freefall.

Julian Strawther nets 20 points to help shorthanded Nuggets get by Bucks

25 current NBA players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The 'NBA 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 24

Kings coach benches all of his starters — and it works

Kings coach Doug Christie had seen enough.

Donovan Mitchell pours in 33 points as Cavaliers top Kings

25 current NBA players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The 'NBA 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 23

Five NBA players who could change teams at the trade deadline

Here are five players likely to change teams before the deadline of Feb. 5.

Giannis Antetokounmpo's frustration with Bucks at 'all-time high'

Giannis puts Bucks teammates on blast

Antetokounmpo curiously leaves game amid drama with Bucks

Warriors mulling Jonathan Kuminga trade for former Golden State All-Star

Tyrese Haliburton pulls an unusual move amid Pacers-Thunder rematch

Phoenix Suns News / Hoops Rumors / January 23

Devin Booker exits with ankle problem on poor injury night for Suns

In the same game in which his teammate Jalen Green was ruled out after just four minutes due to hamstring tightness, Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker appeared to suffer a right ankle injury, tweets Gerald Bourguet of Suns After Dark.

25 current NBA players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The 'Three-point leaders by NBA franchise' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / January 23

LeBron James dismisses Jeanie Buss report: 'I don't really care'

ESPN’s report, written by Baxter Holmes, cited several specific moments or incidents over the years that allegedly irked Buss.

Rich Paul offers unexpected response to report about LeBron, Buss

Could LeBron take an unexpected path with his NBA future?

JJ Redick took shot at Lakers' roster

Suns' Dillon Brooks calls LeBron old on huge stream with Agent 00

Devin Booker exits with ankle problem on poor injury night for Suns

Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

How many of the NBA players to record multiple 30-point triple-doubles in their career can you name in eight minutes?

LeBron James News / Yardbarker / January 23

Could LeBron James take an unexpected path with his NBA future?

LeBron James has been facing an uncertain long-term future with the Los Angeles Lakers since he exercised his player option for the 2025-26 season, but that does not necessarily mean a divorce is inevitable.

Phoenix Suns News / Hoops Rumors / January 23

Suns’ Jalen Green exits Friday's game with hamstring tightness

Suns guard Jalen Green checked out of Friday’s game in Atlanta after just four minutes of playing time.

The 25 most notable NBA first-round draft mistakes

The 'Three-point leaders by NBA franchise' quiz

Milwaukee Bucks News / Yardbarker / January 22

Giannis Antetokounmpo puts Bucks teammates on blast

For the third time in four games, the Milwaukee Bucks endured a blowout defeat when they suffered a 122-102 home loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday.

Two teams no longer involved in trade talks for Mavericks' Anthony Davis

Nic Claxton's losing streak against Knicks hits three years

Mike Brown sent message to Knicks front office ahead of trade deadline

Jonathan Kuminga suffers ankle and knee injuries, still wants trade

How will the Warriors move forward from Jimmy Butler injury?

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The 'NFL undrafted receiving leaders' quiz

The 'NFL tight end receiving leaders' quiz

The 'Last 100-catch season by team' quiz

The '2025 NFL first-team All-Pro' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 22

Hornets bench shines in blowout win over Magic

Just one night after scoring 87 points on national television, the Charlotte Hornets responded with a 124-97 win over the Orlando Magic.

Magic center Franz Wagner's ankle is 'really, really, really sore'

Tyrese Maxey takes over late to help 76ers outlast Rockets in overtime

Peyton Watson's huge night propels Nuggets past Wizards

Mavericks extend win streak to four in back-and-forth affair vs. Warriors

Draymond Green gets a flagrant foul for elbowing Dwight Powell

Mavericks' record won't impact Kyrie Irving's return from injury

Kansas Jayhawks News / Larry Brown Sports / January 22

Potential No. 1 NBA Draft pick Darryn Peterson injured again

Potential No. 1 NBA Draft pick Darryn Peterson dealing with yet another injury

Kansas Jayhawks star Darryn Peterson could very well be the first overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.

Will Wade seems thrilled with his time at NC State so far

A national championship dark horse emerges, and it's a most unlikely school

Alijah Arenas pulls off a wild 360-layup during his USC debut

No. 14 UVA set to honor former head coach Tony Bennett, battle No. 22 UNC

In women's CBB news, No. 16 Oklahoma upsets No. 2 South Carolina

Golden State Warriors News / Hoops Rumors / January 22

Jonathan Kuminga suffers injuries, remains adamant about trade

Jonathan Kuminga suffers ankle and knee injuries, remains adamant about trade

Jonathan Kuminga‘s night was cut short by injuries on Thursday, and he’s not interested in playing with the Golden State Warriors much longer.

Warriors assistants think Steve Kerr is on his way out

Warriors set one condition to make a big trade

25 current NBA players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The 'Active 10K-NBA points club' quiz

Anthony Davis News / Hoops Wire / January 22

Two teams no longer involved in trade talks for Mavericks' Anthony Davis

Anthony Davis remains a name to monitor.

Mavericks weighing more than trades as Anthony Davis timeline lingers

Five playoff-caliber NBA teams that can’t afford to stand pat before Feb. 5 deadline

25 current NBA players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The 'NBA 10-block triple-doubles' quiz

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / January 22

Magic center Franz Wagner's ankle is 'really, really, really sore'

Magic forward Franz Wagner missed a chunk of time due to a left ankle sprain he suffered in early December.

Hornets bench shines in blowout win over Magic

25 current NBA players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The 'Active NBA 50-point games' quiz

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 22

Mavericks extend win streak to four in back-and-forth affair vs. Warriors

Naji Marshall posted 30 points and nine assists as the Dallas Mavericks extended their winning streak to four with a 123-115 victory over the visiting Golden State Warriors on Thursday.

Draymond Green gets a flagrant foul for elbowing Dwight Powell

Warriors keeping leverage in Jonathan Kuminga talks as deadline nears

Mavericks' record won't impact Kyrie Irving's return from injury

25 current NBA players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The 'Youngest 40-point NBA games' quiz

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 22

Peyton Watson's huge night propels Nuggets past Wizards

Peyton Watson scored a career-high 35 points to go along with eight rebounds, fueling the visiting Denver Nuggets to a 107-97 victory over the Washington Wizards on Thursday.

25 current NBA players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The 'NBA Christmas Day triple-doubles' quiz

Philadelphia 76ers News / Field Level Media / January 22

Tyrese Maxey takes over late to help 76ers outlast Rockets in overtime

Tyrese Maxey scored 36 points, including clutch plays late in regulation and at the end of overtime, lifting the Philadelphia 76ers to a 128-122 home win over the Houston Rockets on Thursday.

The 25 most notable NBA first-round draft mistakes

The 'NBA minutes-per-game leaders since 1976' quiz

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / January 22