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Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving dribbles the ball during Game 4 of the 2024 NBA Finals at American Airlines Center.

Mavericks Star Kyrie Irving Undergoes Surgery to Repair Broken Left Hand

Dallas announced the star guard suffered the injury while training earlier this month.

Tom Dierberger
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Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving dribbles the ball during Game 4 of the 2024 NBA Finals at American Airlines Center.

Mavericks Star Kyrie Irving Undergoes Surgery to Repair Broken Left Hand

Dallas announced the star guard suffered the injury while training earlier this month.

Tom Dierberger
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Golden State Warriors co-executive chairman and CEO Joe Lacob speaks during a press conference

Joe Lacob Emotionally Addresses Klay Thompson's Departure From Warriors

Joe Lacob got emotional when discussing Klay Thompson's decision to join the Mavericks.

Karl Rasmussen
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NBA Insider Shams Charania Is Pending Media Free Agent, per Report

The 30-year-old is one of the top reporters in American sports.

Mike McDaniel
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Bucks guard Patrick Beverley reacts after scoring a basket in the third quarter against the Boston Celtics at Fiserv Forum.

Patrick Beverley Announces Plans to Sign With New Team Overseas

The 36-year-old veteran guard is moving on from his NBA career.

Tom Dierberger
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HEADLINES

Cameron Boozer headlines a group of top prospects for the 2026 NBA draft.

Following Cooper Flagg in the 2025 NBA Draft, American-Born Stars Are Ready for 2026

Kevin Sweeney
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Lakers’ JJ Redick Gave Surprising NBA Player Comparison for Bronny James

Kristen Wong
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Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

Every NBA Team's Opening Odds to Make the Playoffs in 2024-25 Season

Peter Dewey
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Joe "Jellybean" Bryant has died at age 69.

Magic Johnson Pays Emotional Tribute to Joe Bryant After His Death at 69

Andy Nesbitt
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Kobe Bryant poses with his father, Joe Bryant, at a baseball game.

Joe Bryant, Father of Kobe Bryant, Has Died at Age 69

Madison Williams
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Jayson Tatum Told Priceless Story of LeBron James Turning Down His Autograph Request

Kristen Wong
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Apr 21, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) looks on from the bench during game one of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs against the Dallas Mavericks at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

There's No Way Clippers Are Actually Upset Kawhi Leonard Isn't Playing in Olympics

Tim Capurso
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Apr 24, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7), forward Jayson Tatum (0), guard Derrick White (9) and forward Sam Hauser (30) walk to the bench during a timeout against the Miami Heat in the second quarter during game two of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Jaylen Brown Says There's No Issue With Derrick White Following Olympics Snub

Mike McDaniel
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Angel Reese, Kysre Gondrezick and Brown courtside.

Jaylen Brown Had Classy Message for LeBron James and Bronny James

Stephen Douglas
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Rapper Lil Dicky and Paul George converse on the Podcast P show.

Paul George Says Rapper Lil Dicky Helped Convince Him to Sign With 76ers

Karl Rasmussen
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Steph Curry throws a ball to fans after defeating Canada in the USA Basketball Showcase at T-Mobile Arena.

Steph Curry, USA Men's Basketball Players React to Tight Win vs. Australia

Tom Dierberger
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Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James Jr. checks his arm between plays against the Miami Heat

Bronny James Wins Summer League Call of Duty Tournament, $10,000 Prize

Karl Rasmussen
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Jul 10, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; USA forward LeBron James (6) looks on during the third quarter against Canada in the USA Basketball Showcase at T-Mobile Arena.

Every NBA Player Competing in the 2024 Olympic Games by Country

Madison Williams
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Mar 27, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (23) brings the ball up the court against the San Antonio Spurs during the first quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-USA TODAY Sports

Warriors, Jazz Continue Discussing Lauri Markkanen Trade

Ryan Phillips
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Team USA Basketball forward Anthony Edwards prepares to shoot the ball during an exhibition game against Team Australia at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on Monday.

Anthony Edwards Pulls Out Sweet Crossover to Cap Off Hot First Half vs. Australia

Tim Capurso
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FEATURED

“We should never put money above the regular fan,” Barkley said of the NBA's new TV deal, which includes multiple streaming platforms.

Charles Barkley Calls Out ‘Greedy’ Players, Owners for Not Thinking of Fans

Jimmy Traina
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With NBC, ESPN/ABC and Amazon all expected to be included in the NBA's new TV deal, fans will have to remember which network to tune in to every night.

New NBA TV Deal Will Have Fans Scrambling to Find Games Every Night

Jimmy Traina
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Paul George explained on his podcast why he chose to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers.

NBA Free Agency Winners and Losers: Paul George Addition Pushes Sixers to the Top

Chris Mannix
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Jun 17, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) handles the ball against the Dallas Mavericks in game five of the 2024 NBA Finals at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports

Derrick White to Replace Kawhi Leonard on Team USA for Paris Olympics, per Report

Liam McKeone
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Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell.

Cavs Disrespected in NBA Championship Odds Following Donovan Mitchell Extension

Peter Dewey
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Guard Klay Thompson.

Mavericks NBA Title Odds Jump Following Reported Klay Thompson Signing

Peter Dewey
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Stephen A. Smith looks on during the All Star Celebrity Game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis in February.

Stephen A. Smith Becomes Presidential Debate Analyst in Midst of ESPN Contract Negotiations

Jimmy Traina
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Bronny James talks to the media during the 2024 NBA draft combine at Wintrust Arena.

The Moment Bronny James Was Drafted by Lakers Captured by Brother Bryce

Tom Dierberger
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Redick offered an Anthony Davis-centered vision for the Lakers’ immediate future.

JJ Redick Begins Lakers Coaching Tenure With Nearly-Impossible Task of Winning Now and Later

Chris Mannix
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The NBA is expected to include Amazon in its next TV deal, which begins after the 2024–25 season.

Streaming Hits All-Time High As NBA Is Expected to Ditch TNT for Amazon

Jimmy Traina
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Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard (11) celebrates with forward Jayson Tatum (0) after a three-point shot in the second quarter.

Celtics Fans: Buy Your NBA Championship SI Digital Commemorative Right Here

Andy Nesbitt
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Boston's dominance, a spaced-out schedule and a lack of any drama made this NBA Finals underwhelming.

SI:AM | The NBA Finals Were a Total Dud 

Dan Gartland
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Barkley announced he would retire after the 2024–25 season, when TNT's 'Inside the NBA' is expected to end.

Let’s Put Charles Barkley’s Retirement Announcement Into Perspective

Jimmy Traina
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Jun 12, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Boston Celtics in game three of the 2024 NBA Finals at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

The NBA Finals Have Been a Total Disaster for ESPN

Jimmy Traina
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Monica McNutt and Jon Stewart on The Daily Show.

Monica McNutt on 'The Daily Show': 'Caitlin Clark Got Me Here'

Stephen Douglas
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FanNation
Chicago Sky guard Chennedy Carter (7) drives to the basket

Chennedy Carter Drops 34 in Chicago Sky's Win Over Las Vegas Aces

Dustin Schutte
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