The NBA season is here! Expert picks for East, West and NBA champs
Is OKC destined to repeat? Can anyone in the East mount a challenge? Who wins the MVP? Our experts weigh in. ...
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Betting buzz: Impact of LeBron James' injury on Lakers' spread, win total
A closer look at how much LeBron James' injury, which is causing him to miss the early part of the NBA season, is impacting betting on the Lakers. ...
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NBA betting preview: Thunder lead loaded West; Flagg in a class of his own
Doug Greenberg explores the NBA betting storylines heading into the season, including the Thunder as heavy favorites and how sportsbooks are handling Cooper Flagg. ...
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The NBA is here! Live updates from the Thunder-Rockets season opener
The champs are hosting Kevin Durant on ring night. Keep it here for the latest updates, including insider analysis and takeaways. ...
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Silver: More regulation still needed for betting
NBA commissioner Adam Silver said more regulation is needed to reduce opportunities for game manipulation related to gambling and to combat bad fan behavior in arenas, which may stem from losing wagers. ...
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MJ 'aftermarket' card sets record with $2.7M sale
A signed 1986 Fleer Michael Jordan rookie card has sold in a private sale for $2.7 million, a record for a card with an "aftermarket" signature. ...
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OKC massive betting favorite to defend NBA title
The Thunder are commanding betting favorites to win another championship, listed at 2-1 at ESPN BET -- the shortest preseason title odds since the Warriors in 2017-18. ...
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Kleber out at least 2 weeks with oblique strain
The Lakers will open the season missing some frontcourt depth as backup big man Maxi Kleber has an oblique strain and will be reevaluated in approximately two weeks. ...
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Pacers extend Nesmith on 2-year, $40.4M deal
Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith agreed to a two-year, $40.4 million contract extension with the franchise through the 2028-29 season. ...
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Thunder rule out J-Dub for opener as wrist heals
Thunder star forward Jalen Williams will sit out the team's season opener Tuesday as he continues to recover from offseason wrist surgery. ...
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✍ Grading 50-plus deal, including KD's extension
Kevin Pelton breaks down the most impactful signings, including Kevin Durant reaching a extension with the Rockets. ...
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What's next for OKC? Three paths forward for SGA and the champs
ESPN analyst Zach Kram breaks down whether Oklahoma City is past, in or entering the best version of its roster. ...
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From LeBron golfing to Jokic's horse, relive the offseason through social media
The NBA's biggest names made the most of their offseason as the season tips off Tuesday. ...
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How to watch "Inside the NBA" on ESPN: 2025-26 schedule
The 21-time Emmy Award-winning "Inside the NBA" studio show returns as the pregame, halftime and postgame show for ESPN and ABC's NBA coverage during the 2025-26 season. ...
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Introducing ESPN's Basketball Power Index for 2025-2026: Predictions for 23 NBA teams
The code is written. The simulations run. Here's who BPI projects to be in the top six in each conference, those fighting for play-in spots and three teams with high-variance young prospects. ...
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