Basketball News
'We've Got Another Mega Star': Carmelo Anthony Shines in Blazers Home Debut
SLAMonline - 28 Nov 2019 13:16
Carmelo Anthony received a standing ovation from Trail Blazers fans Wednesday night, who chanted his name throughout a 19-point performance during his home debut. Damian Lillard led the way for Portland with 27 points in...
'Is This College?' James Harden Dismisses Proposed in-Season NBA Tournament
SLAMonline - 28 Nov 2019 13:35
James Harden isn’t exactly impressed by the NBA’s proposed in-season tournament, as the League looks to shake things up. Harden dismisses the idea as something better left in the college basketball ranks: "I don't re...
Kyrie Irving Responds to Angry Taunts from Celtics Fans
SLAMonline - 28 Nov 2019 12:55
Angry Celtics fans hurled invective at Kyrie Irving, even though he was nowhere to be seen Wednesday night. Irving posted a long social media response, branding sports and entertainment as "ignorant and obtrusive." On th...
Parker has 33 in loss, garners praise from Giannis
ESPN - 28 Nov 2019 08:10
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo knew better than to engage in a one-on-one battle with Hawks forward Jabari Parker on Wednesday in Milwaukee, noting of his former teammate: "He wants you to play one-on-one because he's ...
Embiid shakes off scoreless game, pours in 33
ESPN - 28 Nov 2019 06:38
Joel Embiid rebounded from the worst game of his career with 33 points and 16 rebounds to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 97-91 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night.
Absent Kyrie lashes out over Boston taunting
ESPN - 28 Nov 2019 04:36
Kyrie Irving didn't travel with the Nets to face the Celtics on Wednesday due to a shoulder injury, but that didn't stop fans at TD Garden from booing their team's former star.
Sources: Magic granted relief on Mozgov's deal
ESPN - 28 Nov 2019 02:15
The NBA has granted the Magic cap and tax relief on the $16.7M remaining on Timofey Mozgov's contract, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Khris Middleton Returns From Thigh Bruise
SLAMonline - 28 Nov 2019 16:59
The Milwaukee Bucks welcomed Khris Middleton back to their lineup a week ahead of schedule as the 28-year-old returned to action from a left thigh bruise sustained earlier this month. Middleton came off the bench in his ...
'It Was a Fun Night': Anthony Davis Scores 41 in Return to New Orleans
SLAMonline - 28 Nov 2019 13:10
Anthony Davis shined bright in his first game back in New Orleans since forcing his way out of town last summer, leading the Lakers to a 114-110 victory Wednesday night with a game-high 41 points. Davis, as expected, fac...
Warriors' Green (heel) returns to lineup vs. Bulls
ESPN - 28 Nov 2019 04:29
Draymond Green started against the Bulls on Wednesday after missing the past three games because of a heel injury.
Pelicans' Ball (illness) ruled out vs. Lakers
ESPN - 28 Nov 2019 03:00
Lonzo Ball, who has been dealing with a stomach virus, was ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Lakers.
Chasing Tim Duncan
The New York Times - 28 Nov 2019 00:22
Duncan is back with the San Antonio Spurs, as an assistant coach. Yet little has changed besides his title: He's a force on the court -- and he's not saying much.