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Police conduct welfare check on Ja Morant after cryptic posts

With his latest post, many are troubled over the uncertain mental state of the young All-Star.

NBA conference finals rematches destroy faulty 'bubble narrative'

The bubble was legit, and this year's conference finals prove it.

Buccaneers OC reveals why QB situation remains unsettled

Tom Brady's successor has yet to be decided, and it might be that way for a while.

Desperate Warriors need Andre Iguodala to return sooner than later

Iguodala is making progress in his return from injury, and the sooner he can get back on the court the better for the Warriors.

Buccaneers draft Pro Bowler Ryan Jensen's doppelganger in second round

There's two redheads in Tampa Bay now. The Buccaneers traded down two spots to beef up its offensive line with North Dakota State's Cody Mauch at pick No. 48 in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Buccaneers' first-round pick shares similarities with Aaron Donald

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers drafted a Pitt defensive tackle who seems to share some of Aaron Donald's football DNA.

Russell Westbrook proves resiliency with dominant playoff performance

Despite being a magnet of criticism recently, Westbrook has proven his ability to be an effective player is intact during the Clippers' playoff clash with the Suns.

Rui Hachimura proves Lakers teammates wrong in breakout game

Rui Hachimura silenced the haters, and his teammates, with his big performance in Game 1 against the Memphis Grizzlies.

Kings' De'Aaron Fox reveals what it's like to defend Steph Curry

De'Aaron Fox scored 38 points in the Sacramento Kings' 126-123 win over the Golden State Warriors in Game 1 of the first round.

Why Orlando Magic's Paolo Banchero is the clear-cut ROY

If, as expected, he ends up winning the award, he'd be in good company alongside former Magic greats like Shaquille O'Neal and Mike Miller.

Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell makes franchise history with latest hot streak

Donovan Mitchell is earning all types of accolades this season. In his past three games, Mitchell scorched opposing teams with 44-, 42- and 40-point performances.

LeBron James' return shakes up already tight playoff race

"The King" is back, and just in time for the Los Angeles Lakers.

Joel Embiid responds to NBA star’s MVP diss with monster game

Joel Embiid must've watched “The Last Dance,” because he just quoted Michael Jordan. The Philadelphia 76ers big man dropped 46 points, eight assists and nine rebounds in a 120-112 loss to the Warriors Friday night.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's LeBron James comment spices up potential playoff matchup

Be careful mentioning "The King" this time of year. James is expected to return from injury soon as the playoff-hopeful Lakers (35-37) battle for a berth.

'Shut yo mouth!' Lakers' rising star impresses LeBron

If you're unfamiliar with Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Austin Reaves, check out the rising star's hour-long highlight reel released by the NBA. LeBron James gave him major props, too.

76ers' Joel Embiid solidifies MVP case with historic streak

Joel Embiid is rounding out his MVP-caliber season in historic fashion and has the Sixers surging down the stretch of the NBA season.

New CBA proposal targets major thorn in NBA's side

The NBA and National Basketball Players Association plan to combat load management in a new collective bargaining agreement.

Watch: Wizards' Kyle Kuzma fails 'Steph Curry shot' attempt

Kyle Kuzma was unable to pull off the iconic no-look turnaround three popularized by Steph Curry.

Increasingly fierce Warriors-Grizzlies rivalry exactly what NBA needs

This type of combativeness is exactly what the NBA needs, especially in a seemingly "soft" era. The league has thrived off rivalries since the dawn of its existence, and this latest chapter is must-watch TV.

Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo can't roast his fellow NBA stars

On Comedy Central's "The Daily Show" on Monday night, Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo couldn't bring himself to trash his fellow NBA stars.

NBA deflates Damian Lillard's mood after absurd night

The NBA's "random" drug tests are nothing new. Cleveland's Donovan Mitchell was tested the day after his 71-point outburst earlier this season, and Memphis' Ja Morant complained about his handful of tests this season, too.

Fresh additions keep Lakers' playoff dreams alive

In a 120-102 blowout win over the Pelicans on Wednesday, the Lakers (27-32) debuted a fresh starting lineup. Recently acquired point guard D'Angelo Russell, shooting guard Malik Beasley and power forward Jarred Vanderbilt tipped off alongside LeBron James and Anthony Davis. For the first time this season, the Lake Show looked alive.

Chiefs' JuJu Smith-Schuster and Eagles' AJ Brown exchange disses on Twitter after Super Bowl

No love between these two on Valentine's Day. Chiefs wide receiver Juju Smith-Schuster decided to further salt the wounds of his Super Bowl LVII opponent today, attracting the notice of Eagles WR AJ Brown.

Luka Doncic-Kyrie Irving pairing sizzles, but Mavericks fizzle

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving are the first players in NBA history to average 30 points in their first two games as teammates. The bad news is the Dallas Mavericks are 0-2 in those games.

Eagles CB James Bradberry admits to controversial penalty

Eagles fans will have a tough time swallowing this one.