NBA

On January 20, 2026, the National Basketball Association (NBA) announced the schedule for the 2026 NBA Finals well in advance. As the league’s premier event, releasing the schedule early allows fans, teams, coaches, and broadcast partners to prepare for the championship series. However, this year’s format includes several notable departures from tradition that distinguish it from previous Finals schedules. No Sunday Games One of the most surprising changes is the complete abs

During NBA All Star weekend, Stephen Curry announced he will return to the 3 Point Contest in Phoenix next year, positioning himself for a potential third title in the league’s premier shooting showcase. Curry made the announcement during a national television appearance on NBC while sidelined from the All Star Game with a knee injury. The Golden State Warriors guard said he plans to compete in the 2026 event and added that he will attempt to recruit former teammate Klay Thom

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — In the latest breaking update from All Star weekend, LeBron James said he has not determined whether he will continue playing beyond his 23rd NBA season, shifting attention instead to the Los Angeles Lakers’ playoff trajectory and overall health outlook. James, 41, spoke before appearing in his 22nd NBA All Star Game, reiterating that no decision has been made regarding retirement. “When I know, you guys will know,” he said. “I have no idea.” The veteran f

LOS ANGELES — In a breaking update that adds another milestone to his historic career, LeBron James became the oldest player in NBA history to record a triple double, finishing with 28 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 124-104 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night at Crypto.com Arena. At 41 years and 44 days old, James surpassed the previous mark held by Karl Malone, who recorded a triple double at 40 years and 127 days during the 2003-0

The Portland Trail Blazers earned a 135-119 road win over the Utah Jazz on Thursday night as Jrue Holiday delivered a season high 31 points in a game overshadowed by Utah roster upheaval and a significant NBA fine. In this breaking update from Salt Lake City, Portland improved to 27-29 behind Holiday’s all around performance that included nine rebounds and seven assists. Rookie center Donovan Clingan added 23 points, 18 rebounds, seven assists, and three blocks in one of the

In a breaking update from Oklahoma City, former Thunder forward Ousmane Dieng recorded 19 points, 11 rebounds, six assists, and four blocks to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a 110-93 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday night. The victory came in Dieng’s return to Paycom Center after being traded by the Thunder prior to the NBA trade deadline. The 6-foot-9 forward, who earned G League Finals MVP honors with the Oklahoma City Blue in 2024, delivered one of the most comp

Ja Morant stayed with the Memphis Grizzlies past Thursday’s NBA trade deadline as the league’s most discussed but unsold star, a breaking update that underscores both his current injury status and the evolving outlook for his future with the franchise. Multiple teams expressed interest in the two‑time All‑Star, according to reporting by ESPN’s Shams Charania, but no organization was willing to invest significant assets to acquire Morant while he is sidelined with an ulnar col

The 2026 NBA trade deadline was one of the busiest in recent memory, with blockbuster moves involving James Harden, Anthony Davis, Jaren Jackson Jr., Trae Young, and a flurry of draft picks reshaping rosters across the league. From rebuilds to win-now moves, here’s a complete breakdown of every major trade, team grades, and the strategic reasoning behind each deal. Philadelphia 76ers: Grade B+ What it means for Philadelphia: The Sixers have quietly added depth around All-Star

Austin Reaves scored 35 points in just 25 minutes Thursday night, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 119 to 115 comeback win over the Philadelphia 76ers, a breaking update that highlighted both depth and resilience for a team navigating injuries and minutes restrictions. LeBron James added 17 points and 10 assists as the Lakers snapped Philadelphia’s five-game winning streak in their first contest following an eight-game road trip. The victory came despite Luka Doncic exitin

Pat Spencer scored a career-high 20 points and Gui Santos added 18 as the shorthanded Golden State Warriors overcame a 14-point fourth quarter deficit to beat the Phoenix Suns 101 to 97 Thursday night, a breaking update that highlighted resilience and depth in a roster facing injuries and trade adjustments. The game came down to the final seconds. Dillon Brooks missed a potential go-ahead three-pointer for Phoenix, and Gary Payton II secured the rebound before Moses Moody fed

Victor Wembanyama recorded 29 points and 11 rebounds Thursday night as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Dallas Mavericks 135 to 123, delivering a breaking update that highlighted both veteran poise and historic rookie scoring. Wembanyama added six assists and made his first five three point attempts, scoring 20 points by halftime as San Antonio built multiple double digit leads. The Spurs held firm in the final two minutes to secure the win despite a strong second half from

Rookie Kon Knueppel scored a career high 24 points and LaMelo Ball added 20 as the Charlotte Hornets delivered a breaking update Thursday night, defeating the Houston Rockets 109 99 and extending the longest winning streak in franchise history in more than two decades. Charlotte improved its streak to eight consecutive victories, the team’s longest since the 1998 99 season, continuing a surge that has reshaped its outlook in the Eastern Conference race. The Hornets controlled

Brandon Ingram scored 33 points as the Toronto Raptors delivered a breaking update Thursday night, defeating the newly retooled Chicago Bulls 123 107 at Scotiabank Arena and extending their upward season trajectory. Immanuel Quickley added 24 points and Scottie Barnes finished with 13 as Toronto snapped a four game losing streak against Chicago and continued a strong first half of the season. The win improved the Raptors to 31 victories through 53 games, surpassing their tota

Nickeil Alexander Walker delivered the decisive basket with 1.3 seconds remaining as the Atlanta Hawks secured a 121 119 win over the Utah Jazz on Thursday night, a breaking update that capped a tightly contested finish at State Farm Arena. Alexander Walker finished with 23 points and broke a 119 119 tie with a short jumper in the closing moments, sealing a victory that highlighted Atlanta’s recent roster flexibility and late game execution. The result added momentum for a Ha

Jalen Suggs delivered a career milestone and the Orlando Magic extended their momentum Thursday night, defeating the Brooklyn Nets 118 98 at Kia Center in a breaking update that underscored the diverging outlooks of the two teams. Suggs finished with 15 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists for his first career triple double, adding four blocks and three steals in 29 minutes. It was his seventh game since returning from an eight game absence due to a right knee injury, a latest

The Cleveland Cavaliers made one of the most unexpected moves of the NBA trade deadline by acquiring James Harden from the Los Angeles Clippers. In exchange, Cleveland sent Darius Garland and a second-round draft pick to Los Angeles, signaling a clear shift toward a win-now strategy. Adding Harden immediately upgrades the Cavaliers’ playmaking at the point guard position. His ability to create offense and facilitate should ease the burden on Donovan Mitchell and give Clevelan

Tyrese Maxey delivered a sharp scoring performance as the Philadelphia 76ers continued their latest surge with a 128 to 113 road win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday night in Inglewood, a breaking update that underscored Philadelphia growing stability despite significant roster absences. Maxey finished with 29 points and connected on 7 three point shots, controlling the tempo from the opening quarter as Philadelphia led wire to wire. Dominick Barlow provided a major in

MEMPHIS -- Jaren Jackson Jr delivered a statement performance Monday night as the Memphis Grizzlies responded to recent struggles with a 137 to 128 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, snapping a six game losing streak in the latest NBA results update with clear implications for both teams’ momentum. Jackson scored 30 points and controlled the interior on both ends while Ty Jerome added 19 as Memphis built a 20 point second half lead and withstood a late Minnesota push. The v

CHARLOTTE, N.C. LaMelo Ball scored 24 points and delivered a defining late performance as the Charlotte Hornets erased a 22 point deficit to defeat the New Orleans Pelicans 102 to 95 on Monday night, extending Charlotte’s winning streak to seven games in the latest Eastern Conference playoff race update. Ball briefly exited in the first quarter after a head to head collision with assistant coach Charles Lee while attempting to save a loose ball, suffering a minor eye lacerati

HOUSTON -- Amen Thompson delivered one of the most complete performances of his young career Saturday night as the Houston Rockets held off a late rally to defeat the Dallas Mavericks 111 to 107 in a tightly contested Western Conference matchup. The breaking update centered on Thompson’s all around impact. The second year guard finished with 21 points, nine assists, and eight rebounds, controlling the tempo on both ends and making key plays in the final minutes. His alley oop