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The NBA released its official schedule for the 2025-26 season Wednesday, featuring holiday specials, In-Season Tournament games and two new broadcast partners in NBC and Amazon Prime.
Six players who could succeed Celtics guard as Sixth Man of the Year
The NBA will have a new Sixth Man of the Year winner. Here are six candidates.
Six NBA players most likely to be traded
NBA teams won't assemble for training camp until September, but some players may not be on those teams for long. Here are six NBA players likely to get traded in the upcoming season.
Four-time All-Star's contract status puts pressure on Hawks in 2025-26
The Hawks haven't talked to Trae Young about an extension, which makes the 2025-26 season critical for both parties.
Celtics' ownership move should concern Lakers governor Jeanie Buss
The Buss family sold a majority interest in the Los Angeles Lakers to investor Mark Walter in June.
NBA Christmas Day schedule highlights Eastern Conference's talent drain
The NBA's Eastern Conference looks like it's taking a big step back in the 2025-26 season, and the league's schedule for its Christmas Day showcase reflects that.
Rockets taking tough negotiating stance with superstar
Fifteen-time All-Star Kevin Durant has received the maximum salary whenever he's wanted it during his NBA career. That might not be the case if he re-signs with the Houston Rockets.
Five NBA coaches starting 2025-26 season on hot seat
Here are five NBA coaches who will start the season on the hot seat.
Celtics' moves suggest new guard will be traded — eventually
The Celtics have lost a lot of talent this summer, but they've saved a tremendous amount of money in the process.
Lakers star's new contract can save him from his Dallas disappointment
The new contract starts with the 2026-27 season and allows him to opt out of the final year in the summer of 2028, when he'll have 10 years of NBA experience.
All-Star guard's extension was a no-brainer for Spurs
De'Aaron Fox has only played five games with Victor Wembanyama in a San Antonio Spurs uniform. Now he's locked in for the next five years.
Warriors very unlikely to trade young forward — for now
After the Warriors made him the No. 7 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, he's had moments of brilliance but failed to lock up a starting role.
Luka Doncic and four 'revenge' seasons that bode well for the Lakers
After a shocking trade to the Lakers, Luka Doncic has devoted months to intensive conditioning this summer. With the five-time All-NBA guard looking "lean as heck," Doncic seems intent on proving the Mavericks made a mistake in trading him.
Head-coaching change may have sealed Knicks star's extension
Mikal Bridges agreed to a below-max extension with the New York Knicks Thursday. The extension might not have been possible if Tom Thibodeau was still his coach.
Former lottery pick should be cautionary tale for Warriors' Jonathan Kuminga
Amid his contract impasse with the Golden State Warriors, restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga has suggested he'll take the $7.9M qualifying offer. Nerlens Noel might caution against that move.
Lakers set to surprise next season
Somehow, the Lakers are underrated.
Bulls remain committed to mediocrity with head coach extension
Billy Donovan has led the Bulls to three straight play-in tournament appearances and three straight losses.
Which former player will the Warriors reunite with?
The Golden State Warriors are the only NBA team not to make a free-agent signing or trade this summer. They've got their eye on some familiar faces when they finally do make moves.
Umpire may have inspired future Hall of Famer to first win
Umpire Chad Whitson's harsh words for Justin Verlander might have lit a fire under him on Wednesday.
Clippers countering NBA champions' youth with age
The Oklahoma City Thunder were the youngest team in the NBA last season when they won it all. The Los Angeles Clippers decided to go the opposite direction for next year.
Lakers lost part of team's 'banshee' identity in roster move
Last season, Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick wanted his players to play like "banshees" on defense. Now, they've released one of the most aggressive banshees from last season.
Clippers risking their defensive identity with new additions
The L.A. Clippers have made some impressive veteran additions this summer to improve their offense and their depth. However, they might have compromised the identity that made them a 50-win team last season.
Clippers appear headed for reunion with their greatest player
The Clippers are "strongly, strongly considering" a reunion with a franchise great.
Wizards keep accumulating assets but still lack direction
The Marcus Smart era in Washington is over. His brief time with the Washington Wizards delivered a first-round pick, but it's still hard to see where the franchise is heading.
Lakers beef up defense with key veteran addition
This summer, the NBA buyout market has been nearly as vibrant as the free-agent market. The Los Angeles Lakers took advantage Saturday.
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