Lakers' LeBron James enters COVID-19 protocols, scratched from lineup
Los Angeles Lakers' LeBron James is out for Tuesday night's game against the Sacramento Kings due to NBA's COVID-19 health and safety protocols.
'Enes Kanter Freedom': Celtics star to celebrate US citizenship with name change
Boston Celtics center Enes Kanter will celebrate his U.S. citizenship by is changing his name to “Enes Kanter Freedom.”
Lakers' LeBron James, Pistons' Isaiah Stewart face suspensions following brawl
LeBron James was ejected from the team’s game against the Pistons after he drilled Detroit’s Isaiah Stewart in the head with an elbow.
Staples Center to be renamed Crypto.com Arena on Christmas Day 2021
The iconic home of the Los Angeles Lakers, Clippers, Sparks and Kings will soon have a new name.
Judge: Kobe Bryant's widow must turn over therapy records
A judge has ruled that Kobe Bryant's widow must turn over her therapy records to Los Angeles County in her lawsuit claiming she suffered emotional distress after first responders took and shared graphic photos from the site of the 2020 helicopter crash that killed the basketball star, his teenage daughter and seven others.
Dallas Mavericks no longer requiring vaccine proof or negative COVID-19 test for fans
The Dallas Mavericks are ending strict pandemic rules for most fans. Not everyone will qualify.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s son sentenced for stabbing neighbor in Orange County
Adam Abdul-Jabbar stabbed his 60-year-old neighbor several times on June 9 of last year after the man confronted him about failing to take in trash cans for Abdul-Jabbar’s elderly roommate, prosecutors said.
NBA recommends COVID-19 vaccine boosters to players, coaches, refs
The NBA has told its players, coaches and referees that they should receive booster shots against the coronavirus.
NBA to investigate after ESPN report accuses Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver of racism, sexual harassment
The report by ESPN NBA writer Baxter Holmes published on Nov. 4 lists several allegations of racism and misogynistic behavior by Sarver.
‘We ain’t rich, I’m rich’: Shaq says he wants his kids to earn their own way in life
No handouts from dad!
‘You are a superstar’: NBA champ Metta World Peace gives advice to Simone Biles
The former NBA player and mental health advocate offered advice to Olympic gymnast Simone Biles amid her ongoing mental health struggles.
Anti-vaccine mandate demonstrators rush barricades at Nets game
Video posted to social media showed protesters chanting "Let Kyrie Play!" pushing past barricades and rushing towards the arena's doors.
Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver denies allegations of historical racism, sexism
The Phoenix Suns have released a statement regarding a potential media investigation into the workplace culture of the franchise, denying that the organization or owner Robert Sarver have a history of racism or sexism.
Enes Kanter rips China's Xi as 'brutal dictator,' streaming giant pulls Celtics games
Boston Celtics star Enes Kanter posted a video calling on China to "free Tibet," a move that is already bringing consequences to the NBA team.
Kyrie Irving speaks out after being blocked from playing with Nets
Kyrie Irving said Wednesday he didn't want to lose salary or a chance to compete for a championship with the Brooklyn Nets, but was doing “what's best for me” by refusing to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Nets' Kyrie Irving won't play with team until he is 'eligible to be a full participant'
Brooklyn Nets star guard Kyrie Irving will not be allowed to play or practice with the team anywhere until he is "eligible to be a full participant," announced General Manager Sean Marks.
Legendary Laker Kobe Bryant honored in NBA’s 75th anniversary video
The NBA released a new video Thursday ahead of its 75h season and it honors legendary Laker Kobe Bryant. The video, starring and narrated by Michael B. Jordan, also features appearances by Jerry West, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, LeBron James, Russell Westbrook, and Kawhi Leonard.
18 former NBA players charged in alleged health care fraud scheme
Federal authorities say 18 former NBA players have been charged with defrauding the league's health and welfare benefit plan out of about $4 million.
NBA will not randomly test players for marijuana this season
The NBA has agreed to not randomly test players for marijuana this season, a continuation of the policy that was put in place last year for the COVID-19 “restart bubble” and has remained since.
Warriors' Andrew Wiggins speaks out about finally getting vaccinated
"I guess to do certain stuff, to work and all that, I guess you don’t own your body," Warriors' Andrew Wiggins said. "That’s what it comes down to."