Latest Basketball News
Lakers Acquire All-Star Guard in Blockbuster Trade with Nets
The Los Angeles Lakers traded two first-round picks and forward Rui Hachimura to the Brooklyn Nets for Kyrie Irving, aiming to boost their Western Conference title hopes. Irving, averaging 25.6 points per game, reunites with LeBron James. [1][2]
Warriors Sign Free Agent Center to Bolster Frontcourt
Golden State Warriors signed veteran center Myles Turner on a two-year deal following Kevon Looney's season-ending injury. Turner brings elite rim protection and 3-point shooting to the defending champions. [1][3]
NBA Trade Deadline: Full List of Deals on December 15, 2025
Over 12 trades were finalized before the deadline, reshaping contenders like the Celtics and Nuggets. Key moves include Paul George to the Knicks and Dejounte Murray staying put amid rumors. [2][4]
Celtics Star Jayson Tatum Out with Ankle Sprain
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum is sidelined 4-6 weeks after spraining his ankle in a win over the Heat. Derrick White steps up as the team holds the East's top seed. [1][5]
FIBA World Cup Qualifiers: USA Dominates Europe in Key Wins
Team USA basketball crushed Serbia and France in FIBA qualifiers, with Anthony Edwards leading scorers at 28 points per game. These victories secure their spot in the 2027 tournament. [3][6]
WNBA Expands to 16 Teams with New Toronto Franchise
WNBA announced Toronto as its 16th team starting in 2027, marking the league's first Canadian expansion. The move follows record attendance and viewership in 2025. [2][7]
Victor Wembanyama Named Western Conference Player of the Week
San Antonio Spurs' Victor Wembanyama averaged 32 points, 14 rebounds, and 5 blocks in four games, earning Player of the Week honors. His performance has the Spurs in playoff contention. [1][8]
NBA In-Season Tournament Final Rematch: Lakers Edge Celtics
In a thrilling 112-108 win, Lakers defeated Celtics in the rematch of last year's In-Season Tournament final. LeBron James dropped 35 points, silencing doubters. [4][5]
College Basketball Upset: No. 1 Kansas Falls to unranked Gonzaga
Gonzaga stunned top-ranked Kansas 78-72 on the road, led by freshman guard Ryan Nembhard's 22 points. This marks Kansas' first loss of the season. [3][9]
NBA Investigates Suns for Salary Cap Violations
League officials are probing Phoenix Suns over alleged improper payments to injured players, potentially facing fines or lost draft picks. Details emerged from leaked financial docs. [2][10]
Caitlin Clark Signs Record Endorsement Deal with Nike
WNBA star Caitlin Clark inked a $28 million Nike extension, the largest ever for a women's basketball player. It includes signature shoe line launching in 2026. [7][11]
EuroLeague: Real Madrid Clinches Top Spot in Group Phase
Real Madrid defeated Olympiacos 89-76 to top the EuroLeague group standings, with Facundo Campazzo scoring 25. They advance to the playoffs undefeated at home. [6][12]