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AD outshined by Doncic, Reaves in return to L.A.
Anthony Davis received loud applause in his return to Los Angeles but was largely held in check by an aggressive Lakers defense as the Mavericks fell 129-119.[read more]
👀 Why LeBron's most remarkable streak is at risk
James has scored in double-digits for nearly 1,300 straight games. But there is another streak that's even more remarkable -- and now in danger.[read more]
Celts halt Pistons' win streak at 13 in frantic finish
Cade Cunningham scored 42 points but missed a potential game-tying free throw in the closing seconds as the Pistons fell to the Celtics 117-114, ending their 13-game winning streak.[read more]
Sources: Warriors star Curry (quad) to miss week
The Warriors anticipate Stephen Curry will miss around a week with a quad contusion, depending on how he responds to treatment, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania and Anthony Slater.[read more]
Court order: Lakers use usual floor for Cup tilt
The Lakers played Friday night's NBA Cup game against the Mavericks on their regular court after issues with the Cup-themed surface.[read more]
Williams' debut sparks OKC to 11th straight win
Jalen Williams had 11 points and eight assists in his return from wrist surgery, helping the Thunder top the Suns 123-119 for their 11th straight victory.[read more]
Giannis challenges slumping Bucks to fix 'mindset'
Giannis Antetokounmpo spoke at length on a variety of things he felt needed to change for the Bucks, who dropped their seventh straight game with a 118-109 loss to the Knicks.[read more]
'Not just waiting around for Paul and Joel': NBA scouts, execs on what's next in Philly
What is the 76ers' ceiling? How good is the Maxey-Edgecombe duo? We talked to league insiders about the new era in Philly.[read more]
NBA Cup takeaways: Magic, Thunder secure top seeds
The 2025 NBA Cup continues as group play wraps up. Here's everything you need to know about the third annual in-season tournament.[read more]
Fantasy basketball picks and betting tips for Friday
Eric Moody breaks down Friday's NBA games and offers his top fantasy streamers and favorite bets.[read more]