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Kenny Smith, Ernie Johnson, Shaquille O'Neal and Charles Barkley in 2014.

'Inside the NBA' Will Be Licensed to Air on ESPN and ABC Beginning Next Season

It appears Warner Bros. Discovery and the NBA have settled their legal fight.

Kenny Smith, Ernie Johnson, Shaquille O'Neal and Charles Barkley in 2014.

'Inside the NBA' Will Be Licensed to Air on ESPN and ABC Beginning Next Season

It appears Warner Bros. Discovery and the NBA have settled their legal fight.

The Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo argues a call during Milwaukee's 115–114 loss to the Hornets on Nov. 16, 2024.

Referees Admit to Blowing Call That Effectively Cost Bucks Win Over Hornets

Veteran official Curtis Blair admitted his crew got the call wrong.

Bucks coach Doc Rivers during Milwaukee's 113–107 loss to the Celtics on Nov. 10, 2024.

Doc Rivers Assails Officiating for Nearly Five Minutes After Bucks Lose to Hornets

The Milwaukee coach was none too pleased with the end of Saturday's game.

Colorado coach Deion Sanders during the No. 21 Buffaloes' 41–27 win over Texas Tech on Nov. 9, 2024.

LeBron James Shouts Out Deion Sanders, Colorado Football After Dominant Win vs. Utah

The Lakers forward had nothing but respect for the Buffaloes boss.

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Green was ejected after two technical fouls in Golden State's win over Memphis on Friday night.

NBA Escalates Draymond Green Incident to Flagrant 1 Foul for Tripping Zach Edey

Brady sits court side during the third quarter between the New York Knicks and the Brooklyn Nets at Madison Square Garden.

Tom Brady Had Fun Playing Catch With Fans Courtside at Madison Square Garden

Edwards tallied 36 points on 14-of-27 shooting in the Timberwolves' 130–126 overtime win over the Kings on Friday night.

Anthony Edwards Draws More Michael Jordan Comparisons With Latest Rim-Rattling Dunk

Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick speaks with former ESPN coworkers Richard Jefferson (left) and Ryan Ruocco (right) during halftime of an NBA Cup group-play game vs. the San Antonio Spurs on November 15, 2024.

JJ Redick Had Funny, Sarcastic Halftime Interview With Former ESPN Coworkers

Grizzlies coach Jenkins reacts to a call.

Taylor Jenkins Thought Draymond Green Should Have Been Ejected Earlier

Mitchell, Garland, and Allen dance with the victory frog as the Cavaliers move to 14-0.

Cavaliers Dance With Victory Frog Following 14th Straight Win to Start Season

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox speaks to reporters after a shootaround at Golden 1 Center before an NBA Cup group-play game vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves on November 15, 2024.

De'Aaron Fox Had Candid Reaction to Seeing Kings' Terrifying New Mascot for First Time

McCain is averaging over 26 points per game over the last week.

Tyrese Maxey Had Ecstatic Call of Jared McCain's Dunk During 76ers Home Broadcast

James notched his fourth-straight triple-double on Friday night.

LeBron James Notches Four Straight Triple-Doubles for First Time in Career

Clark drained the second-most three-pointers in WNBA single-season history as a rookie in 2024.

Steph Curry Trying to Lure Caitlin Clark, Klay Thompson to All-Star Three-Point Contest

The NBA All-Star Game is set for a major revamp.

NBA in Talks on Bold New Format for 2025 All-Star Game in San Francisco

Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla doesn't communicate with former assistants during the season.

Joe Mazzulla Weirdly Accuses Former Assistant of Psychological Warfare

LeBron James and JJ Redick cooked up some strategy.

LeBron James and JJ Redick Pull Off Tactical Ploy They First Conspired in Podcast

Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic shouldered blame for the late-game breakdown defensively in the loss to the Utah Jazz.

Mavericks Star Luka Dončić Shoulders Blame for Defensive Breakdown in Loss to Jazz

New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby.

Peter’s Points: NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Devin Vassell, OG Anunoby, Bulls-Cavs)

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Los Angeles forward LeBron James celebrates with the MVP trophy after the Lakers beat the Indiana Pacers to win the NBA's first in-season tournament championship in 2023.

NBA In-Season Tournament Prize Pool: How Much Do the Winners Get?

The Lakers won the 2023 in-season tournament.

NBA In-Season Tournament Rules, Dates, Pools and Bracket

Stephen A. Smith is currently engaged in a war of words with Kevin Durant.

Kevin Durant Gives Stephen A. Smith a Win With Latest Comments

Banchero, who will be out at least a month, was among the most durable players in the league in his first two seasons.

SI:AM | Paolo Banchero’s Injury Is a Brutal Break for the Magic

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid has yet to play this season and there is no timetable for his debut.

Why Are the Sixers Hiding Joel Embiid’s Injury Status?

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James and guard Bronny James warm up before a game.

LeBron James Shares Why Bronny's First NBA Basket Was Extra Special in Cleveland

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo reacts during the second half against the Boston Celtics.

While Bucks Focus on Positive, Pressure Builds to Stabilize Struggles

LeBron James and Bronny James share the court for the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday as the first father-son duo to accomplish the feat in NBA history.

NBA Opening Night Was All About Keeping Up With the Jameses

Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick reacts during a preseason game.

What JJ Redick Faces as a First-Time NBA Head Coach

Duke Blue Devils guard Cooper Flagg is projected to be a top pick in the 2025 NBA draft.

2025 NBA Draft: Ranking the Top 10 Prospects Ahead of 2024–25 Season

NBA commissioner Adam Silver enters the 2024–25 season with a few lofty agenda items.

Tracking Adam Silver’s Agenda for Next Term as NBA Commissioner

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero is a true No. 1 option on a solid team.

2024–25 NBA Scouting Report: Southeast Division

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic will have big-addition Klay Thompson this season.

2024–25 NBA Scouting Report: Southwest Division

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James reminded NBA fans of how impactful he can be during Team USA’s run at the Olympics.

2024–25 NBA Scouting Report: Pacific Division

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton can space the floor with the three and create his own shot.

2024–25 NBA Scouting Report: Central Division

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Nov 4, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts to a foul call during the second half against the Indiana Pacers at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Luka Doncic Makes Honest Admission After Spurs-Mavs Game

Nov 12, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson (31) hugs Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) after a game at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

Golden State Warriors React To Draymond Green's Instagram Post

Nov 15, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) looks to pass the ball while defended by San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul (3) during the first half during the first half at Frost Bank Center.

Dismal Shooting Sinks San Antonio Spurs Against Dallas Mavericks

Nov 13, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) reacts during the second half against the Washington Wizards at Frost Bank Center.

2024-2025 San Antonio Spurs Schedule, Results, Game-Leading Scorers

Dec 2, 2022; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) sits on the floor after a foul call during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

NBA Legend Shaquille O’Neal Makes Crushing Joel Embiid Statement

Nov 6, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Norman Powell (24) scores a basket against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

9-Time NBA All-Star Reacts to Viral Comments From Clippers Standout

Nov 6, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick reacts during the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum.

JJ Redick's Blunt Statement After Lakers-Pelicans

Jun 17, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) reacts after a play against the Dallas Mavericks during the second quarter in game five of the 2024 NBA Finals at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images

NBA World Reacts To Jayson Tatum's Absurd Buzzer-Beater In Raptors-Celtics Game

Nov 16, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) looks to pass as San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul (3) defends during the first quarter at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Mavericks Snap Four-Game Losing Skid, Beat Spurs 110-93