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Jan 17, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) is defended by Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons (10) as he takes the ball down court in the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

LeBron James candidly admits massive flaws in Lakers' roster construction

Stephon Castle enters NBA Dunk Contest, and he'll be a great sleeper choice to win

The Whiteboard: NBA trade rumor intel on Bucks, Raptors and more

Milwaukee Bucks want to make a splash at the deadline, but maybe not the right one

Houston Rockets v Portland Trail Blazers

Scoot Henderson delays "bust" talk with best stretch of his young career

Cleveland Cavaliers v Oklahoma City Thunder

3 guards who’d be runaway favorites for potential second DPOY award

Jan 7, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) and head coach Steve Kerr react during the first quarter against the Miami Heat at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-Imagn Images

Draymond Green appears to apologize for socking Jordan Poole, just about a year too late

Jan 16, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) reacts on the bench with center Mason Plumlee (22), and guard Tyus Jones (21) during the fourth quarter against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Kevin Durant fittingly has last laugh after Commanders upset over Lions

Jimmy Butler, Miami Heat

3 outside-the-box Jimmy Butler destinations that make a lot more sense than Phoenix

Utah Jazz v New Orleans Pelicans

Just when Pelicans fans are out, Zion Williamson pulls them back with highlight dunk, huge game

Nov 23, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) dribbles past Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (2) in the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

The Whiteboard: 5 big questions for the Warriors, Hector Banana-Bread and more

Ace Bailey, Rutgers

NBA Mock Draft: 3 lottery teams who become instant contenders with Ace Bailey

Kevin Durant, Jimmy Butler

NBA Rumors: Suns' Jimmy Butler hurdle, Warriors deadline goal, Bucks trade buzz

Jan 11, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg (2)reacts during the second half against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images

Latest Joel Embiid update will have 76ers fans dreaming of Cooper Flagg

Jan 16, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA;Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) drives around Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kenrich Williams (34) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Cavs blowout loss to Thunder ought to help Celtics fans sleep at night

Will Rob Pelinka have an itchy trigger finger at the deadline, or will he trust that the Lakers already have the pieces that they need?

3 reasons the Lakers shouldn't make another deal at the NBA Trade Deadline

New Orleans Pelicans v Miami Heat

Even the Heat know bringing Jimmy Butler back is a recipe for disaster

Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers

Latest Joel Embiid setback should make the 76ers' trade deadline priority abundantly clear

Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers

Latest NBA Draft projection robs 76ers of perfect Joel Embiid succession plan

New York Knicks v Philadelphia 76ers - Game Six

3 reasons the Knicks have to shop Mitchell Robinson as soon as he's healthy

Sacramento Kings v Boston Celtics

The Whiteboard: Doug Christie has been a revelation for the Kings following Mike Brown's dismissal

Amen Thompson and De'Aron Fox battling for loose ball

Why Amen Thompson is emerging as a serious contender for NBA Sixth Man of the Year

Ace Bailey, Rutgers

NBA mock draft: 5 Cooper Flagg backup plans 76ers should scout in case lottery odds falter

LeBron James renewed acquaintances with Travis Kelce and his brother on a fun episode of the New Heights podcast this week

Lakers news: Wildfire relief, rescheduled games, LeBron on New Heights

Jan 15, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) drives to the basket against the Memphis Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama during the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Who is Hector Banana-Bread? Victor Wembanyama's new, viral nickname explained

The Viral Nick Young meme to Australia: how Cassy Athena made a name for herself in NBA media and across the globe

Jan 14, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (4) brings the ball up court against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Russell Westbrook had the best possible response to Rockets’ trash talk

Dec 25, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone talks with Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) during the first half against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Michael Malone's take on Jamal Murray's contract makes sense, but might be misguided