More NBA games off, including Wizards; coaches vow to improve mask-wearing
The NBA gave Orlando coach Steve Clifford a call recently, telling him he had to do a better job of keeping his mask on during games.
Another 3 NBA games called off amid coronavirus, 16 players test positive
Contact tracing issues involving the Phoenix Suns and Washington Wizards forced the NBA to postpone three more games Wednesday, raising the leaguewide total from this week alone to eight.
Doc Rivers denounces D.C. riot: 'Could you imagine if those were all Black people'
“I’ll say it because I don’t think a lot of people want to: Could you imagine today if those were all Black people storming the Capitol and what would have happened,” Rivers asked following Wednesday's riots.
NBA investigating Clippers, Jerry West over Kawhi Leonard signing
NBA legend Jerry West and the Los Angeles Clippers are under investigation after a man claimed the organization owes him $2.5 million in an agreement that led to the signing of 2019 NBA Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard.
John Wall thanks DC after a decade in a Wizards’ jersey
After weeks of rumors that John Wall wanted out of the District, one of the most iconic players in Washington Wizards’ history was finally moved off the roster Wednesday night.
Houston Rockets agree to trade Russell Westbrook for John Wall, first round pick
Westbrook played 57 games with the Rockets last season, averaging 27.2 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 7.0 assists per game.
NBA moves Indianapolis' All-Star weekend to 2024
Indianapolis will host the NBA All-Star weekend in 2024, the league said Wednesday, formally rescheduling the plans for that city to be the site of the league’s midseason showcase this season.
John Wall wants trade out of Washington: report
John Wall, the Wizards' long-time face of the franchise, now reportedly wants out of town.
Terrapins Jalen Smith headed to Phoenix Suns
The Phoenix Suns selected University of Maryland forward Jalen Smith with the No. 10 overall pick in the NBA draft, opting for a young frontcourt player to build around their newly formed All-Star backcourt duo of Chris Paul and Devin Booker.
Wizards select Israeli player Deni Avdija with the 9th pick in the 2020 NBA Draft
The Washington Wizards have picked Israeli player Deni Avdija with ninth pick in the 2020 NBA Draft.
Minnesota Timberwolves select Anthony Edwards with No. 1 pick in 2020 NBA Draft
The Minnesota Timberwolves selected Anthony Edwards with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft on Wednesday.
Players approve plan to start NBA season on Dec. 22
The National Basketball Players Association voted Thursday to support the notion of starting this coming season on Dec. 22, the date that the league has been targeting in its talks about how and when to get teams back on the floor for a planned 72-game season.
Klay Thompson fan with cancer gets dying wish to meet NBA star
Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson helped bring immeasurable joy to a terminally ill Bay Area woman and her husband.
Kobe Bryant jersey on display at Smithsonian National Museum of African-American History and Culture
The Smithsonian National Museum of African-American History and Culture is currently displaying Los Angeles Lakers’ legend Kobe Bryant’s game-worn jersey.
Lebron James gifts 5-year-old daughter a mini house modeled after his own mansion
Lebron James gifted his 5-year-old daughter a miniature version of his own mansion and it's in his backyard.
LA Clippers fire head coach Doc Rivers
Following a disappointing end to a season that saw the team fall short of the NBA Finals, Doc Rivers was ousted on Monday as coach of the Los Angeles Clippers.
Giannis Antetokounmpo wins 2nd straight NBA MVP award
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s historic year earned him a historic awards sweep.
Colin Kaepernick pens note to LeBron James: 'Thank you for staying true'
Colin Kaepernick sent a note of appreciation to LeBron James amid the NBA players’ strike over the police shooting of Jacob Blake last weekend.
NBA players agree to resume playoffs after protest against racial injustice
An unprecedented walkout over racial injustice has postponed a second day of the NBA playoffs. But players have committed to remain and finish the season.
Minnesota wins 2020 NBA draft lottery, rights to No. 1 pick
The NBA will hold a lottery Thursday night to determine positioning in the upcoming NBA Draft.