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On YouTubeNBA News / Yardbarker / May 3
Rockets force Game 7 with furious final quarter vs. Warriors
In a tight Game 6 against the Warriors, the youthful Rockets looked like the more experienced team.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 3
Ime Udoka, Rockets testing Steph Curry, Warriors with innovative defense
Houston has limited Curry and the rest of the Warriors by running an innovative style of zone defense.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 3
After two decades, LeBron James has become expendable
Even legends can't defy Father Time.
The 'Multiple 20-rebound playoff games in the NBA three-point era' quiz
How many of the 29 NBA players to haul in at least 20 rebounds in two or more playoff games in the Three-Point Era can you name in five minutes?
San Antonio Spurs News / Hoops Rumors / May 2
Longtime Spurs HC Gregg Popovich ends coaching career
Gregg Popovich has stepped down as head coach of the Spurs and will become president of basketball operations on a full-time basis, the team announced in a press release.
Hollywood and hoops: Which films had the best and worst ballers?
Hollywood loves basketball movies and basketball players, which succeed on the big screen at about the same rate as Shaq at the free throw line, which is to say infrequently.
NBA News / Field Level Media / May 3
Rockets stun Warriors, force deciding Game 7 with road win
Fred VanVleet scored 29 points, Alperen Sengun produced a double-double and the Houston Rockets seized control in the fourth quarter en route to a stunning 115-107 victory over the Golden State Warriors.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 2
LeBron James suffered concerning injury in Lakers' season-ending loss
LeBron James struggled in the fourth quarter of the Los Angeles Lakers' Game 5 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Denver Nuggets News / Larry Brown Sports / May 2
Nuggets coach accuses referees of ‘absolutely crazy’ handling of Nikola Jokic
Denver Nuggets interim head coach David Adelman had a major complaint about how officials handled Nikola Jokic on Thursday night.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 2
Former rival calls for Lakers to ‘move on’ from LeBron James
A former rival of both LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers believes both sides would be better off going their separate ways.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 2
Watch: Warriors' Draymond Green gets flagrant foul in Game 6 for hitting Jalen Green
Draymond Green added to his lengthy tally during Game 6 against the Houston Rockets.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 3
Steve Kerr, Ime Udoka teamed up for classy gesture for Gregg Popovich
Steve Kerr and Ime Udoka on Friday put their playoff feud aside for a brief moment to honor Gregg Popovich. Kerr’s Golden State Warriors and Udoka’s Houston Rockets squared off in Game 6 of their first-round series at Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif.
Indiana Pacers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 2
Tyrese Haliburton addresses father's ban from Pacers playoff games
Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton on Friday addressed the controversy surrounding his father for one “final time.”
NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 2
Report: Lakers backed out of Mark Williams trade because they ‘couldn’t live with what they saw’
According to Dave McMenamin of ESPN, the Los Angeles Lakers backed out of the Mark Williams trade because they “couldn’t live with what they saw.”
Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Rumors / May 2
Bucks' Damian Lillard undergoes surgery to repair torn Achilles
Bucks star Damian Lillard underwent successful surgery on Friday to repair his torn left Achilles tendon.
The 'NBA head coaches all-time leaders in wins' quiz
Can you name every NBA coach with at least 500 career wins?
Valencia News / Hoops Rumors / May 2
NBA announces 75 invitees for 2025 Draft Combine
The NBA announced today (via X) that 75 prospects have been invited to attend this year’s draft combine, which will take place in Chicago from May 11-18.
New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / May 2
Jalen Brunson's late-game efficiency could help Knicks capture elusive NBA championship
Knicks star Jalen Brunson has been the NBA's best clutch scorer all season and flashed his late-game brilliance once more with a game-winning three-pointer to send New York to the conference semifinals.
Memphis Grizzlies News / Hoops Rumors / May 2
Grizzlies make decision on head-coaching job
The Grizzlies have named their head coach.
San Antonio Spurs News / Yardbarker / May 2
New Spurs coach could be on the hot seat right away
As the franchise moves away from its rebuild, Johnson won't enjoy the job security of his predecessor.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 2
Top three bench players from first round of NBA playoffs
The first round of the NBA playoffs has seen some unsung heroes play big roles. Let's take a look at the best bench players from the first round.
The 'Active NBA players with the most 40-point games in a season' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to score at least 40 points in six or more games in a single season can you name in six minutes?
Boston Celtics News / Hoops Rumors / May 1
Celtics' Jrue Holiday wins 2024-25 Sportsmanship Award
Now he has added a second Sportsmanship Award to his impressive trophy case.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 2
Clippers' veterans force Game 7 with tough home win over Nuggets
James Harden had a huge first half to help the Los Angeles Clippers hang with the Denver Nuggets in Game 6. He and the Clippers avoided elimination with second-half help from Norman Powell, Kawhi Leonard — and Russell Westbrook.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 2
LeBron James takes a swipe at Lakers front office
It was crystal clear during the Lakers' first-round loss to the Timberwolves that they desperately need size, both in the interior and on the perimeter, if they wish to compete with the more athletic teams in the conference.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 2
Three stars from Thursday's NBA playoff games
The final Eastern Conference team advanced in dramatic fashion, while the first Game 7 was confirmed. Here are three stars from Thursday's NBA playoff games.
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