Basketball News

The Hornets said Friday guard Brandon Miller would be evaluated in a week after straining his left glute in their season opener.

Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff, back in Cleveland for the first time since he was fired last season, got a video tribute from the Cavs as well as a mixed reaction from fans.

Zion Williamson was in the Pelicans' lineup Friday night against the Trail Blazers after missing New Orleans' opener because of an unspecified illness.