2 Lakers players test positive for COVID-19
The Los Angeles Lakers announced Thursday that two of its players have tested positive for the coronavirus.
Kevin Durant among 4 Brooklyn Nets who tested positive for coronavirus: report
NBA star Kevin Durant is among four Brooklyn Nets players who’ve tested positive for the novel coronavirus, according to a report.
Kevin Durant, 3 other Brooklyn Nets players test positive for coronavirus
Four Brooklyn Nets players have tested positive for the COVID-19 coronavirus, according to the team.
Kevin Love donates $100G to Cleveland Cavaliers, arena staff after season suspended
Following the suspension of the NBA season on Wednesday, Kevin Love said he would donate $100,000 to arena and support staff of the Cleveland Cavaliers.
NBA suspends season, 2 Utah Jazz players reportedly test positive for coronavirus
The NBA is suspending the season after Wednesday night's games until further notice because of coronavirus concerns.
Washington Wizards to self-quarantine amid growing coronavirus fears
The Washington Wizards have advised players, coaches and basketball operations personnel to self-quarantine for the next several days due to growing coronavirus concerns.
LeBron James says he won't play if NBA bars fans over coronavirus concerns
The NBA wants its teams to prepare to play games without fans if necessary because of the coronavirus crisis, but LeBron James already says he won't play basketball in an empty arena.
Charles Oakley empathizes with Spike Lee over treatment at MSG
Spike Lee bailed on his New York Knicks' courtside seat for the rest of the season. Maybe he can commiserate with former Knicks enforcer Charles Oakley, anywhere but inside Madison Square Garden.
Bradley Beal continues scoring barrage with 34 points as Wizards win
Bradley Beal takes heat for his defense. He scores big, though Washington doesn't always win when he does. He got left off the All-Star team.
Robinson's late 3-pointer lifts Wizards past Brooklyn 110-106
The Brooklyn Nets didn't want Bradley Beal to beat them with the game on the line Wednesday night.
Kobe Bryant's widow sues helicopter operator for deaths
The wrongful death lawsuit filed by Vanessa Bryant in Los Angeles says the pilot was careless and negligent by flying in cloudy conditions Jan. 26 and should have aborted the flight.
Capitals, Wizards team up to raise nearly $20K for Kobe Bryant foundation
The District is showing the Mamba’s legacy some love.
Beal moves into No. 2 spot on Wizards’ all-time scoring list with career-high 53 in loss to Chicago
Bradley Beal is cementing his place among the Washington Wizards’ greats, but it was cold comfort as the team’s playoff hopes dimmed in Chicago Sunday.
Prince George’s County’s own Kevin Durant producing documentary about local hoops talent
Prince George’s County native Kevin Durant is producing a documentary highlighting his hometown – and its role as a hotbed for hoops talent.
LeBron James pays tribute to Kobe Bryant as Lakers return home: 'Live on, brother'
“I’m going to go straight from the heart,” he said to cheers. “We’re all grieving, we’re all hurt, we’re all heartbroken.”
Congressman introduces Kobe Bryant and Gianna Bryant Helicopter Safety Act
U.S. Congressman Brad Sherman (D-Sherman Oaks) introduced the Kobe Bryant and Gianna Bryant Helicopter Safety Act Thursday, which would require the Federal Aviation Administration to strengthen federal safety standards for helicopters.
Lakers to face Portland Trail Blazers in first home game since Kobe Bryant's tragic death
The Los Angeles Lakers are set to play their first game at Staples Center, also known as “The house that Kobe Bryant built,” since the death of the retired NBA superstar and global icon.
NBA changing All-Star Game format, adding a Kobe tribute
The NBA said there will be multiple tributes to Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter Gianna and the seven others who lost their lives in Sunday’s helicopter crash throughout All-Star weekend, including the showcase game on Feb. 16.
Patrick Ewing remembers Kobe Bryant as a 'fierce competitor'
At a news conference held before Georgetown basketball’s Tuesday game against Butler, head coach Patrick Ewing shared his grief over the sudden loss of his former rival, Kobe Bryant and Bryant’s 13-year-old daughter.
Federal officials investigate deadly helicopter crash that killed nine, including Kobe Bryant
Federal authorities began an investigation at sunrise Monday following the deadly Calabasas helicopter crash that claimed the lives of NBA legend Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna, longtime baseball coach John Altobelli, and six others.