Latest Basketball News
Magic Edge Lakers 110-109 in Thriller
Paolo Banchero led Orlando with 36 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists in a narrow victory over the Lakers. Desmond Bane added 22 points and 6 assists, while Luka DonÄiÄ had 22 points, 15 assists, and 9 rebounds for LA. Magic improve to 31-26, Lakers drop to 34-23.
Pelicans Defeat Warriors 113-109
Zion Williamson scored a team-high 26 points with 6 rebounds and 2 steals, Saddiq Bey added 18 points for New Orleans. De'Anthony Melton led Warriors with 28 points in the loss. Pelicans rise to 17-42, Warriors fall to 30-28.
Kings Snap 16-Game Losing Streak
Sacramento defeated Memphis, ending a franchise-record skid, now 4-26 on the road. Key players Domantas Sabonis, Zach LaVine, and De'Andre Hunter underwent season-ending surgeries recently. Team shifts to youth movement amid struggles.
Mavericks Dump Anthony Davis in Salary Trade
Dallas traded Anthony Davis, D'Angelo Russell, and Jaden Hardy to Wizards for draft picks and expiring contracts. Move creates flexibility for rebuild around rookie Cooper Flagg after Luka DonÄiÄ deal. Aims for quick recovery post-trade deadline.
Hawks Reshuffle Roster for Play-In Push
Atlanta traded Luke Kennard and Kristaps PorziÅÄ£is for Jock Landale, Buddy Hield, and Jonathan Kuminga. Eyeing better of Pelicans and Bucks picks; aim to advance from East play-in first time since 2023. Roster revamp targets postseason berth.
Bucks Face Antetokounmpo Extension Dilemma
Milwaukee adds valuable 2026 first-round pick as tradable asset, plus future picks and swaps. Offseason hinges on convincing Giannis Antetokounmpo to extend on Oct. 1 amid roster improvement plans. Draft position key to strategy.
CJ McCollum Top Flight Risk for Hawks
34-year-old McCollum averages 19.0 points, 3.4 assists post-Trae Young trade; provides leadership. As unrestricted FA, may take pay cut for contender ring. Hawks focus on youth like Jalen Johnson.
Nikola VuÄeviÄ Unrestricted for Celtics
VuÄeviÄ fits Joe Mazzulla's offense, complements Jayson Tatum; expiring deal raises retention questions. Boston committed to Tatum, Brown; rivals may lure with lucrative offers. Dynamic duo potential post-Tatum injury.
James Harden Player Option Looms for Cavs
At 36, Harden may decline $42.3M option if no deep playoff run, seeking multi-year deal. Cavs traded youth like Darius Garland for him; loss would hurt. Controversial flight risk status.
NBA Plans Anti-Tanking Rule Changes
Commissioner Adam Silver pushes aggressive offseason tweaks to discourage tanking after All-Star weekend. Informed GMs; targets teams like Jazz with Jaren Jackson Jr. surgery. Aims to fix disrespectful practices.
Warriors Preview Grizzlies Clash Today
Golden State faces Memphis on Feb 25 after Pelicans loss. Have 5 home games this month, including Clippers and Timberwolves marquee matchups. Seeking rebound on road.
2026 Draft Lottery Questions for 10 Teams
Insiders analyze post-deadline biggest questions for lottery-bound squads like Mavs, Pacers, Kings. Jazz payroll heavy on Jackson, Markkanen; Kessler RFA extension failed. Hawks await Pelicans/Bucks picks.