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Raptors acquire Kawhi Leonard in stunning trade deal with Clippers

The Los Angeles Clippers traded superstar Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday in exchange for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, a pair of first-round picks, a pair of second-round picks, and one pick swap.

LeBron James to leave Los Angeles Lakers and enter free agency

NBA superstar LeBron James will leave the Los Angeles Lakers and enter free agency ahead of his 24th season in the league, the franchise confirmed on Tuesday.

Boston Celtics extend Neemias Queta's contract after solid season from Portuguese star

The Boston Celtics announced on Monday that they have exercised the option in Neemias Queta's contract, extending the Portuguese international's stay with the Massachusetts team for another year.

Grizzlies trade Ja Morant to Trail Blazers after seven seasons with the team

The Memphis Grizzlies traded Ja Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday in exchange for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray, according to NBA insider Shams Charania.

Trade talks heating up around Kawhi Leonard being dealt to Mavericks

According to a report from The Athletic, the Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Clippers are in serious trade talks involving Kawhi Leonard and Klay Thompson.

Hornets trade LaMelo Ball to Timberwolves in blockbuster deal

The Charlotte Hornets traded guard LaMelo Ball and Josh Greento the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday in exchange for Naz Reid, a 2033 unprotected first-round pick, three first-round pick swaps, and three second-round pick swaps.

Austin Reaves inks $185 million max contract with Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers signed guard Austin Reaves to a four-year, $185 million maximum contract on Wednesday.

From doubt to dynasty: How Jalen Brunson became the king of New York

2026 NBA Draft: Full recap

Bucks trade Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Heat as part of massive deal

Collin Gillespie signs $48 million deal with Suns after standout season

The Phoenix Suns re-signed guard Collin Gillespie to a four-year, $48 million deal after teams were able to begin negotiating with their own players last weekend.

NBA Europe will distribute 'hundreds of millions' to franchises for new competition

The NBA's proposed new European league would distribute hundreds of millions of dollars per year to its franchises, George Aivazoglou, one of the league's senior executives, told AFP.

Knicks celebrate NBA title with massive New York parade

Thousands of New York Knicks fans flooded Manhattan on Thursday for a heavily guarded victory parade, turning the city into a sea of blue and orange to mark their basketball team's NBA Finals victory.

'I wasn't ready': San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama rues costly errors in NBA Finals loss

San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama's first chance at an NBA championship came sooner than most expected, and the 22-year-old French phenomenon admitted he wasn't ready for the moment.

Jalen Brunson named NBA Finals MVP after guiding New York Knicks to glory

Jalen Brunson's 45-point masterpiece propelled the New York Knicks to their first NBA title in 53 years, but his biggest contribution to ending the drought may have come two years ago.

Jalen Brunson leads New York Knicks to their first NBA title in 53 years

Jalen Brunson's 45 points lifted the New York Knicks to their first NBA Finals in 53 years after defeating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 on Saturday.

New Yorkers embrace 'Knicks first, World Cup second' mentality ahead of Game 5

The World Cup carnival arrived in New York on Saturday, but it was drowned out by the city's fervor over the hometown Knicks and the possibility of bringing an NBA title to the Big Apple.

Former NBA MVP James Harden arrested on misdemeanour gun charge in Houston

Former NBA Most Valuable Player James Harden was arrested Saturday in Houston, Texas, on a misdemeanour charge of unlawful carrying of a weapon, court documents showed.

New York gripped by Knicks mania as city prepares for gridlock amid World Cup clash

It will be Knicks vs the World Cup in New York on Saturday, and only one winner.

New York Knicks left excited as team is on the cusp of NBA Finals glory

New York Knicks fever has engulfed the five boroughs this week, with the team just one ⁠win away from snapping a 53-year NBA title drought and the kickoff of the first of the region's eight World Cup matches across the river on Saturday ‌taking a backseat for many locals.

San Antonio Spurs will 'keep swinging' despite going down 3-1 in NBA Finals

Still hurting after the worst collapse in NBA Finals history, the San Antonio Spurs vow the New York Knicks will not win their first title in 53 years without a fight.

Knicks one win away from NBA title after completing greatest comeback in history

After a historic first half and a lead of up to 29 points, the Spurs ended up underwater, and the Knicks snatched victory in the final moments to take Game 4 of the Finals. New York are now just one win away from their third title!

Flashscore's 2026 NBA Mock Draft: Picks 25-30 prove last chance for first-round benefits

The NBA Draft is just two weeks away, and the stage is nearly set. New York City is preparing to welcome the next wave of prospects hoping to hear their names called on draft night. While some players will slide down the board, a first-round selection still carries significant value, proving NBA teams see something special in a prospect.

Donald Trump receives boos during Game 3 of NBA Finals in New York's Madison Square Garden

Basketball fans greeted US President Donald Trump with a chorus of loud boos on Monday, as the Republican became ⁠the first sitting US President to attend the NBA Finals at Game 3 of the championship series between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs.