NBA

LeBron to Luka: Inside the most delicate superstar transition in NBA history

For months, publicly and privately, the Lakers have been signaling their desire to begin the Luka Doncic era in Los Angeles, even if it meant ending the LeBron James one. ... Continue Reading

Raptors F Ingram (ankle) 'pain-free,' says coach

Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram is "pain-free" and in a "really great spot." according to coach Darko Rajakovic, as the versatile big man continues his recovery from an ankle injury dating back to last season. ... Continue Reading

Flagg makes 'winning plays' in uneven debut

Cooper Flagg made his professional debut Thursday night in the NBA summer league and celebrated an 87-85 win over Bronny James and the Lakers. ... Continue Reading

Pelicans, Jones agree to 3-year, $68M extension

Pelicans forward Herb Jones has agreed to a three-year, $68 million contract extension with the franchise. ... Continue Reading

Williams, Thunder agree to rookie max extension

Thunder All-NBA star and champion Jalen Williams has agreed to a five-year maximum rookie contract extension that could reach $287 million, his agents told ESPN. ... Continue Reading

👀 MJ's former Chicago-area estate on Airbnb

Champions Point requires guests to stay a minimum of seven nights and pay a $25,000 security deposit. ... Continue Reading

Former Jazz coach and GM Layden dies at age 93

Frank Layden, who led the Jazz to their first playoff appearance and was part of the front office that selected John Stockton and Karl Malone, has died. ... Continue Reading

Suns' Booker agrees to historic $145M extension

Phoenix Suns superstar Devin Booker agreed to a two-year, $145 million maximum contract extension with the franchise through the 2029-30 season, the highest annual extension salary in NBA history, CAA's Jessica Holtz and Melvin Booker told ESPN. ... Continue Reading

NBA releases groups for this season's NBA Cup

Defending NBA Cup champion Milwaukee will play its group-stage games in this season's tournament against New York, Chicago, Charlotte and Miami, the league announced Wednesday. ... Continue Reading

OKC's Holmgren agrees to rookie max extension

Thunder star Chet Holmgren has agreed to a fully guaranteed five-year maximum rookie contract extension that could reach $250 million, Bill Duffy of WME Basketball told ESPN on Wednesday morning. ... Continue Reading

Cooper Flagg's first summer league game: Top plays, takeaways and future impact

Our experts weigh in on the No. 1 pick's debut in NBA summer league. ... Continue Reading

Breaking down the latest 3-team deal and every major move

Plenty of deals are getting done this summer. Catch up on the latest trade grades. ... Continue Reading

Grading 30-plus NBA deals, including Booker's historic -- and risky -- extension

Kevin Pelton breaks down the most impactful signings, including max deals for Booker, Gilgeous-Alexander and Banchero. ... Continue Reading

The 30 players you need to pay attention to in summer league, from Atlanta to Washington

Who are the top names to watch at the NBA summer league in Las Vegas? We have you covered. ... Continue Reading

West: Should Minnesota, Houston or any West team scare OKC?

Did any West team do enough to challenge the NBA champs? ... Continue Reading