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Vanderbilt has only played 29 games since signing a contract extension in 2023.

Lakers Get Another Negative Injury Update, New Timeline on Jarred Vanderbilt Injury

Vanderbilt won't return before January.

Vanderbilt has only played 29 games since signing a contract extension in 2023.

Lakers Get Another Negative Injury Update, New Timeline on Jarred Vanderbilt Injury

Vanderbilt won't return before January.

LeBron James and the Lakers have been struggling of late.

JJ Redick Provides Honest Take on LeBron James's Goal of Playing Full Season

Amid a shooting slump, there are questions about whether or not James's goal of playing 82 games is worth it for the Lakers.

Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics improved to 17-4 on Monday night.

Jaylen Brown Took Not-So-Subtle Shot at Star Players Who Aren’t Playing Back-to-Backs

Brown knows availability is the best ability as the Celtics look to repeat as NBA champions.

LeBron James had just 10 points in the Lakers' loss to the Timberwolves on Monday night.

LeBron James Had Bleak Two-Word Message About His Dreadful Shooting Slump

LeBron James has not looked like LeBron James lately.

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Cam Spencer during an NBA game this season.

Former UConn Star, Current Grizzlies Rookie Cam Spencer Went Off in a G League Game

Terrence Shannon Jr. dunks the ball during Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Los Angeles Lakers.

Timberwolves' Terrence Shannon Jr.'s Monster Dunk vs. Lakers Had Anthony Edwards Fired Up

Nikola Jokic’s wedding ring tied onto his shoe back in 2022.

Nuggets Star Nikola Jokić Keeps Losing His Wedding Ring

Dec 1, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton (2) reacts after getting blocked against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half at the Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Creveling-Imagn Images

Lakers Announcers Shocked by Jazz Coach Calling Timeout to Negate Game-Winner

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic is a must bet in the prop market tonight.

Peter’s Points: NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Nikola Jokic, Jimmy Butler and More on Sunday)

Celtics guard Brown goes up for a dunk against Bulls forward Smith at the United Center.

Celtics Announcer Has Epic Reaction to Jaylen Brown's Massive Poster Dunk

Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson is a great prop target tonight.

Peter’s Points: NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Jalen Johnson, RJ Barrett on Friday)

Lonzo Ball and LiAngelo Ball were guests on Angel Reese's podcast.

Lonzo Ball Gives Blunt Feedback to Brother LiAngelo on NBA Future

Edwards scored 29 points on 9-of-24 shooting in the Timberwolves' 115–104 loss to the Kings on Wednesday night.

Anthony Edwards Blasts 'Soft' Timberwolves in Scathing Rant After Fourth Straight Loss

Victor Wembanyama Effortlessly Blowing by LeBron James Left NBA Fans in Awe

Hart joined Kai Cenat's stream with Bryce James on Nov. 27

Kevin Hart Created Chaos by Hanging Up on LeBron James During Stream With Son Bryce

JJ Redick Didn’t Hold Back on Lakers’ ‘Bad’ Play in Animated Sideline Interview

The Lions play on Thanksgiving every year

Thanksgiving and Black Friday Sports on TV Guide: What to Watch During the Holidays

Curry is averaging 22.4 points per game this season while shooting 47.5% from the field.

Steve Kerr Offers Steph Curry Injury Update As Warriors Star Misses Game vs. Thunder

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry looks on during a game.

Steph Curry to Miss Warriors-Thunder Matchup Due to Knee Injury

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Flagg, who was in Las Vegas on Tuesday for Duke’s showdown with the top-ranked Jayhawks, has largely lived up to expectations for the Blue Devils.

Cooper Flagg Shows Athleticism and Maturity in Spotlight As NBA Draft Projected Top Pick

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown reacts after a basket. The defending champs are humming in the early going.

Ten NBA Trends At the 2024–25 Season Quarter Mark

Davis and James have the Lakers in a good spot for now, but the team‘s defense is concerning.

The Lakers Shouldn’t Get Too Comfortable

The entertaining Griffin would be an excellent hire for Amazon’s NBA coverage.

All-Mailbag Traina Thoughts: NBA on Amazon, Sports Betting Programming and More

Charles Barkley says Warner Bros. Discovery still hasn't told him about ESPN licensing deal for the fan-favorite studio show.

Charles Barkley Found Out About ESPN’s ‘Inside the NBA’ Deal From the Internet

“Inside the NBA” will live on next season on ESPN.

ESPN President on ‘Inside the NBA’: ‘We Don’t Want to Change It’

Los Angeles Lakers rookie guard Dalton Knecht reacts after scoring a three-pointer.

How Dalton Knecht Can Change Everything for LeBron James and the Lakers

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell controls the ball while Boston Celtics center Neemias Queta.

Cavaliers’ Measuring-Stick Loss to Celtics Proved They Are for Real

Shaquille O'Neal has less than a year left on his TNT contract.

There Is One Major Glitch With WBD-ESPN Deal to License ‘Inside the NBA’

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

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Dec 1, 2024; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Keon Johnson (45) reacts during the second half against the Orlando Magic at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

NBA Power Rankings: Nets Moving Up

Mar 18, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaden Springer (44), guard Derrick White (9) and forward Xavier Tillman (26) defend against Detroit Pistons guard Marcus Sasser (25) in the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Celtics Guard Likely to Become Unrestricted Free Agent This Summer: Report

Spread & over/under predictions for Hornets vs. 76ers

Feb 1, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt (2) reacts after his three point basket against the Boston Celtics in the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Lakers' Jarred Vanderbilt Suffers Major Injury Setback, Return Timeline Revealed

Nov 27, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma (33) warms up before the game between the Washington Wizards and the LA Clippers at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Wizards Forward Remains Out vs. Cavaliers

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero spent his Monday afternoon surprising teens from the Boys and Girls Club of Harlem with a shopping spree at the NBA Store on Fifth Ave in New York.

Paolo Banchero's Stardom Grows While Giving Back During Magic's New York Road Trip

Hornets looking to snap five-game skid as reeling Sixers come to town

Nov 27, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) and Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) look on against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

How Suns Can Advance to NBA Cup Knockout Stage

Nov 30, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (0) brings the ball up the court against Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly (0) in the first half at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

Wizards Stay at Bottom of Power Rankings