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Brooklyn Nets star James Harden, who returns to Houston on Wednesday night for the first time since his trade, said his departure from the Rockets "doesn't change the fact of how I feel about the city."

Talented Sacramento Kings rookie Tyrese Haliburton has opened eyes with his impressive play. But the show is currently on hold until after the NBA All-Star break. Via the Sacramento Bee: Kings coach Luke Walton said rook...

In an email to season-ticket holders on Tuesday, the Oklahoma City Thunder announced they will not be hosting fans at games during the 2020-21 season, becoming the first NBA team to go that route.

There will be no shortage of stars in the NBA's 3-point contest this weekend in Atlanta, starting with Golden State's Stephen Curry and Phoenix's Devin Booker.

Keep calm, we can now officially call LaMelo Ball, ‘Melo’. Ever since LaMelo Ball stepped foot into the league, there has been a never-ending Twitter debate about whether or not it’s permissible to call him “Melo...

After nine seasons with the Houston Rockets, the organization has decided to retire the number 13 in honor of former star James Harden, per the Houston Chronicle’s Jonathan Feigen (subscription required): "James Harden...

The NBA has announced the participants for the three-point contest, dunk contest and skills challenge that takes place alongside the NBA All-Star Game. The three-point contest will be headlined by two former champions of...

With NBA All-Star Weekend only a few days away, NBA Top Shot -- a highly popular platform among players and fans alike -- has unveiled the 2020-21 NBA Rising Stars rosters for both the U.S. Team and the World Team. The U...

The Brooklyn Nets are now perhaps the most talented team in the NBA with their superstar trio of Kevin Durant, James Harden and Kyrie Irving. Harden was the most recent addition to the team, after being traded away from ...

Dallas Mavericks forward Luka Doncic is doubtful to play Wednesday against Oklahoma City due to low back tightness, but he is still expected to play in Sunday's All-Star Game in Atlanta, a source tells ESPN.

This the "Future Issue," so the timing couldn't be better to talk about who's got next for the Toronto Raptors: power forward Chris Boucher. The lanky St. Lucian-born big has a great feel for the game, a non-stop motor a...

The New Orleans Pelicans today assigned forward Wenyen Gabriel to their G League affiliate, the Erie BayHawks. Gabriel, 6-9, 205, who was originally signed by the club on November 20, 2020, has appeared in four games for...

The Detroit Pistons announced plans today to place a limited number of tickets on sale beginning when the club plays the Toronto Raptors on March 17 at Little Caesars Arena. Working under direction of state and local gov...

Organizers of the NBA's All-Star Weekend in Atlanta have instituted a process to help Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Entrepreneur and NBA legend Magic Johnson wants the Black community to get more opportunity in the coaching, executive and corporate ranks.

Injuries have led Boston to start 13 different players this season. But things may be turning around.

With Devin Booker out following a third-quarter ejection, the Suns stepped up for a 114-104 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers, earning what Phoenix coach Monty Williams called "a big-time character win."

Harden is in a groove with the Nets as they head to face his former Rockets team, which is struggling.

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard warmed up but left the court shortly before tipoff Tuesday night against the Celtics with his back not feeling right.

The Knicks were without guard Derrick Rose tonight and likely won’t have his services for the coming days. Via New York Newsday: The Knicks announced shortly before game time Tuesday that Derrick Rose was out because o...

Riding a two-game winning streak since the return of Dennis Schroder, the Lakers will again be short-handed vs. the Suns on Tuesday, as Marc Gasol is out due to health and safety protocols, the team said.

Some Phoenix Suns team game notes, as they face the Lakers tonight: At 22-11, the Suns have their best 33-game start to a season since 2007-08 as they face the reigning champs for the first time in the regular season. Th...