Portland Trail Blazers Defeat Lakers 136-129 to Stay Unbeaten at 3-0

Blazers Stay Perfect 3-0 Despite Doncic's 41-Point Night for Lakers

The Portland Trail Blazers remained the only unbeaten team in the NBA's Western Conference with a 136-129 win over the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday night. Ja Morant and Deni Avdija each scored 23 points, Damian Lillard added 21 and hit a clutch three-pointer with 43 seconds remaining to clinch the victory, while Jrue Holiday contributed 22 points. Luka Doncic poured in 41 points for the Lakers — who drop to 3-1 — but it was not enough to prevent Portland's third straight win to open the season. The Blazers' balanced attack featuring four players scoring 21 or more points proved decisive.

Source updated - 2026-10-28

Luka Dončić Scores Season-High 52 Points as Lakers Stay Unbeaten

Dončić posts 52 points and 8 threes in Lakers' 132-123 win

Luka Dončić scored 52 points — an NBA season-high — hitting eight three-pointers to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 132-123 victory over the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City. Dončić also added 10 assists and seven rebounds in the performance, which came despite the Lakers trailing by 18 points in the second quarter. The 52-point effort was the first 50-point game of the 2026-27 NBA season. Ace Bailey posted a double-double of 17 points and 12 rebounds for Utah in a losing effort.

Source updated - 2026-10-25

Nikola Jokić Sets All-Time NBA Triple-Double Record in 23-Point Comeback OT Win

Jokić breaks all-time triple-double record in Nuggets OT comeback

Nikola Jokić recorded 35 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists for the Denver Nuggets, becoming the all-time leader in combined regular-season and playoff triple-doubles with his 222nd, surpassing the previous NBA record. The Nuggets also trailed the New Orleans Pelicans by as many as 23 points before rallying to win 141-135 in overtime at Ball Arena. Jamal Murray scored 42 points to complement Jokić's historic effort. Denver used a strong fourth-quarter run to force overtime and seal the win on home-opening night.

Source updated - 2026-10-25

Caleb Wilson Posts 30-Point-14-Rebound Game for Bulls in Second Career Start

Caleb Wilson posts 30-pt, 14-reb double-double in Bulls' 124-120 loss

Chicago Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson recorded 30 points and 14 rebounds in a 124-120 home loss to the Washington Wizards on Saturday at the United Center. Wilson became the 13th Bull to record a double-double before his 21st birthday, joining current teammates Matas Buzelis and Patrick Williams on that list. Buzelis added 21 points and five rebounds, while Trae Young led Washington with 25 points and nine assists. The Bulls trailed by as many as 21 points in the second half before a furious late rally pulled them within three, but Washington closed out the win to improve to 2-1.

Source updated - 2026-10-25

Tyrese Haliburton Returns From 16-Month Achilles Injury in Pacers Win

Haliburton returns from Achilles tear to lead Pacers to opening-night win

Tyrese Haliburton made his first regular-season appearance in 486 days after rupturing his right Achilles tendon in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals, leading the Indiana Pacers to a 123-120 win over the New Orleans Pelicans. Haliburton finished with 23 points and 12 assists, scoring 16 of those points in the fourth quarter when the game was on the line. Pascal Siakam added 30 points. Haliburton's and-1 play late in the fourth quarter proved decisive in sealing the win, and an emotional Haliburton broke down in tears during his postgame interview.

Source updated - 2026-10-22

Anthony Edwards Scores 45 Points in Timberwolves Season Opener vs. Heat

Edwards joins Wilt Chamberlain and Michael Jordan with second 40-point season opener

Anthony Edwards scored 45 points on 16-of-29 shooting with nine three-pointers to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 131-106 win over the Miami Heat in their 2026-27 NBA season opener. Edwards also grabbed 10 rebounds, becoming only the third player in NBA history to record multiple 40-point season openers, joining Wilt Chamberlain and Michael Jordan. LaMelo Ball made his Timberwolves debut in the same game, contributing 21 points. Minnesota dominated the second half to secure a 25-point victory.

Source updated - 2026-10-22

LeBron James' 76ers Debut vs. Knicks Draws Record NBA Opening-Night Viewership

LeBron 76ers debut draws most-watched NBA Tip-Off game ever at 7.7M viewers

LeBron James began his record-extending 24th NBA season with the Philadelphia 76ers, who defeated the defending-champion New York Knicks 106-100 in an opening-night game at Madison Square Garden. The broadcast on NBC and Peacock averaged 7.7 million viewers and peaked at 9.1 million, making it the most-watched NBA Tip-Off primetime game in history, a 32% rise from the prior year. James recorded 14 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists in his debut as a Sixer, spoiling the Knicks' ring and banner ceremony. The opening-night doubleheader also featuring the Thunder and Spurs averaged 6.4 million viewers, setting an additional record.

Source updated - 2026-10-23

Alperen Sengun Triple-Double in 22 Minutes at NBA China Games

Sengun Triple-Double Leads Rockets Past Mavs 135-117 in Preseason

Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun recorded 16 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists in just under 22 minutes to lead the Rockets to a 135–117 preseason victory over the Dallas Mavericks in Macao, opening the 2026 NBA China Games. Fred VanVleet returned from a lengthy injury layoff to contribute 17 points, hitting three quick three-pointers in the opening quarter. Cooper Flagg scored 19 points for Dallas in a losing effort. The Texas rivals are scheduled to meet again at the Venetian Arena to conclude the NBA China Games 2026.

Source updated - 2026-10-09

Jaylen Brown and LaMelo Ball Deliver in NBA Preseason Debuts

Brown and Ball Impress in Preseason Debuts with New Teams

Jaylen Brown shone in his Philadelphia 76ers preseason debut as the Sixers beat the Knicks 120-97, with Brown scoring 22 points by halftime. LaMelo Ball also impressed in his Minnesota Timberwolves debut, recording 11 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 three-pointers in a 116-97 win over the Milwaukee Bucks. Both players had been traded to new teams in the offseason, making their first preseason appearances closely watched. The performances were widely noted as early signs of strong team chemistry in both new rosters.

Source updated - 2026-10-06

Giannis Debuts for Heat in First-Ever Quebec City NBA Game

First NBA Game in Quebec City Features Giannis Heat Debut

The Miami Heat defeated the Toronto Raptors 129-105 in the first-ever NBA game played in Quebec City, Ontario, as part of the NBA Canada Series 2026 at Centre Vidéotron. Giannis Antetokounmpo, in his preseason debut following a blockbuster trade from Milwaukee, posted 9 points, 4 rebounds, and 7 assists in just 14 minutes before the Heat sat their starters. RJ Barrett led Toronto with 15 points while Tim Hardaway Jr. led Miami with 14. The sellout crowd of 18,474 watched Miami build a 76-point first half on the strength of 49% field goal shooting. The game is a preseason fixture and final scores carry limited competitive weight, but the historic venue milestone and Giannis's debut drew broad attention.

Source updated - 2026-10-03

Jalen Duren Signs Five-Year $200M Extension with Pistons

Duren agrees to $200M deal ending months-long holdout

All-NBA center Jalen Duren ended a months-long contract standoff with the Detroit Pistons late Thursday night, agreeing to a fully guaranteed five-year, $200 million extension just 90 minutes before the qualifying-offer deadline expired. Duren, 22, had skipped the first four days of training camp amid the dispute, with negotiations dragging on since he became a restricted free agent on June 30. The deal comes off a breakout 2025-26 season in which Duren averaged 19.5 points and 10.5 rebounds per game on 65% shooting. Detroit viewed Duren as a core piece alongside Cade Cunningham and Ausar Thompson, and the extension keeps the young frontcourt together heading into the new season.

Source updated - 2026-10-02

Jaylen Brown Ankle Injury — No Timetable for Return

Jaylen Brown ankle injury with no return timetable confirmed

Philadelphia 76ers guard Jaylen Brown has not been cleared for contact practice and has no confirmed timetable for his return from an ankle injury, per a report from the New York Post published October 1. Brown, who joined the 76ers in a July 2026 trade from the Boston Celtics, is a key piece of Philadelphia's roster heading into the new NBA season alongside LeBron James. The injury emerged during the team's early training camp and is being monitored carefully by Philadelphia's medical staff. Brown was an All-NBA Second Team selection in the 2025-26 season, averaging close to 29 points per game for Boston.

Source updated - 2026-10-01

LeBron James Makes First Media Day Appearance as Philadelphia 76er

LeBron James Debuts at 76ers Media Day for 24th NBA Season

LeBron James, the NBA's all-time leading scorer, appeared at Philadelphia 76ers Media Day on September 28 in a No. 23 jersey, marking his move from the Los Angeles Lakers ahead of his 24th NBA season. James signed a two-year deal to join a Sixers roster that now includes Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid and Jaylen Brown, and said he did not leave his family to lose in the second round of the playoffs. He cited his relationship with Maxey as a key reason for choosing Philadelphia and acknowledged uncertainty about how long his career will continue. NBA Media Day on September 28 also featured news that Jalen Duren was a no-show in Detroit and would miss the start of training camp.

Source updated - 2026-09-28

Jalen Brunson Hosts SNL Season 52 Premiere as NBA Champion

Knicks Champion Brunson Becomes 5th NBA Player to Host SNL

NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson hosted the Season 52 premiere of Saturday Night Live on September 26, 2026, becoming just the fifth NBA player and the first active player since LeBron James to host the show. Brunson led the New York Knicks to their first NBA championship in 53 years in June 2026. Teammates Karl-Anthony Towns, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, and Josh Hart attended in person for the monologue. The episode was widely covered across sports and entertainment media as a viral cultural moment.

Source updated - 2026-09-27

Dallas Mavericks Media Day — Cooper Flagg and New-Look Roster Unveiled

Cooper Flagg and Mavericks face media ahead of 2026-27 season

The Dallas Mavericks held their 2026-27 media day on Friday September 25 ahead of their trip to Macao for the NBA China Games, where reigning Kia Rookie of the Year Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving spoke to the press under new head coach Dusty May and team president Masai Ujiri. Dallas went 26–56 last season due to injuries, and used the ninth overall pick on Morez Johnson Jr. from national-champion Michigan. The Mavericks' media day was the second of the league's pre-training-camp media days, following the Houston Rockets on September 22; the remaining 28 teams hold media day on September 28.

Source updated - 2026-09-25

Grizzlies Waive D'Angelo Russell Ahead of Training Camp

Memphis Waives D'Angelo Russell Before 2026-27 Season

The Memphis Grizzlies waived veteran guard D'Angelo Russell on September 25 ahead of NBA training camp, which opens next week. Memphis faced a roster crunch with 19 players on standard contracts and only 15 spots available on the opening roster. It had been reported since July that the Grizzlies were working to find a trade partner for Russell, who carried a $5.9 million contract; those efforts did not produce a deal. Russell was released early enough in the process to give him a realistic window to sign with a new team before the 2026-27 season tips off.

Source updated - 2026-09-25

Nicolas Batum Announces Retirement After 18 NBA Seasons

Batum Retires After 18-Year NBA Career

Versatile forward Nicolas Batum, 37, announced his retirement from basketball on September 21 in a social media video recorded with his 10-year-old son Ayden. Batum played 1,205 regular-season games across 18 seasons for the Trail Blazers, Hornets, Clippers, and 76ers, posting career averages of 9.6 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game while shooting 37.1% from three. He also represented the French national team for 15 years, winning silver medals at the 2020 Tokyo and 2024 Paris Olympics; his game-saving block against Slovenia in Tokyo remains one of the most celebrated moments in French basketball history. The Clippers declined their option on his $5.9 million contract for 2026-27 earlier in the offseason.

Source updated - 2026-09-21

Toronto Raptors Honor Kyle Lowry With Statue and Block Party

Raptors Unveil Lowry Dinosaur Statue; Give Key to City

The Toronto Raptors held a large public block party outside Scotiabank Arena on September 19 to honor Kyle Lowry, unveiling a golden dinosaur statue in his likeness wearing his No. 7 jersey with the nameplate reading 'The Greatest Raptor of All Time.' Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow also presented Lowry with the Key to the City at the event, calling him 'a champion, a proud Torontonian and the Greatest Raptor of All Time.' The statue drew viral attention partly because the sculpture depicts a dinosaur in Lowry's pose rather than a conventional human figure, sparking widespread fan debate. The franchise announced in August that it will retire Lowry's No. 7 jersey during a ceremony on January 10, 2027, against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Source updated - 2026-09-22

Toronto Raptors Acquire Kawhi Leonard from LA Clippers in Blockbuster Trade

Kawhi Leonard returns to Toronto in multi-pick deal

The Toronto Raptors and LA Clippers finalized their long-awaited trade sending two-time Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard back to Toronto for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two unprotected first-round picks, one pick swap and two second-round picks. The deal had been frozen for nearly three months while the NBA investigated salary cap circumvention allegations involving the Clippers and Leonard; the trade was completed after the NBA concluded its investigation and Clippers ownership accepted sanctions. Leonard will join Scottie Barnes in Toronto as the Raptors seek their first playoff series win since 2020. NBA.com's offseason tracker was updated September 17 reflecting the completed transaction.

Source updated - 2026-09-17

Kawhi Leonard Trade to Toronto Raptors Finalized

Kawhi Leonard trade to Raptors becomes official after NBA probe

The Kawhi Leonard trade from the LA Clippers to the Toronto Raptors was made official on Monday September 15, more than two months after being agreed in June, following the NBA's conclusion of its salary cap circumvention investigation into the Clippers. Toronto receives Leonard while the Clippers acquire Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two unprotected first-round picks (2031, 2033), a 2027 first-round pick swap, and two second-rounders. Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, team president Gillian Zucker, and basketball ops president Lawrence Frank all received suspensions as part of the league's penalties. Leonard — who averaged 27.9 points, 6.4 rebounds and 3.6 assists over 65 games in his last season with LA — is expected to sign an extension with Toronto, seven years after leading the franchise to its only NBA championship in 2019.

Source updated - 2026-09-15

Tyrese Haliburton Expected Back for 2026-27 Season After Achilles

Haliburton targets 2026-27 return after Achilles rehab progress

Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton who tore his right Achilles tendon seven minutes into Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals is on track to return for the start of the 2026-27 season according to reporting updated September 14-15. Haliburton missed the entire 2025-26 season as the Pacers finished 18-61 with the NBA's second-worst record. RotoWire and ESPN noted the Pacers plan to manage his minutes carefully at the start of camp scheduled to begin September 29. His return is viewed as the franchise's single biggest roster addition heading into 2026-27. He also overcame a three-month battle with shingles during his recovery.

Source updated - 2026-09-14

USA wins FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup with 14-point comeback vs France

USA wins 5th straight FIBA Women's World Cup in Berlin

The United States women's basketball team defeated France 97-79 in Berlin to claim their fifth consecutive FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup title and 12th gold medal overall, rallying from a 14-point first-half deficit. Breanna Stewart led all scorers with 22 points and nine rebounds and was named tournament MVP; Jackie Young contributed 18 points and five assists. Stewart also surpassed Cheryl Miller for fifth place on the U.S. all-time World Cup scoring list. The final was a rematch of the 2024 Paris Olympics gold medal game, where France lost by just one point.

Source updated - 2026-09-13

DOJ Opens Federal Criminal Investigation Into LA Clippers and Kawhi Leonard

DOJ opens criminal probe into Clippers salary-cap circumvention

Federal prosecutors led by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of New York opened a criminal investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers and their dealings with Kawhi Leonard on September 11, 2026. The probe follows the NBA's record punishment handed down on September 2, which included a $30 million fine, suspension of owner Steve Ballmer for one year, loss of five consecutive first-round draft picks from 2029-2033, and a $700,000 fine on Leonard himself. The NBA investigation found the Clippers arranged no-show third-party endorsement deals to circumvent the salary cap. The Clippers denied wrongdoing and plan to challenge the league's findings.

Source updated - 2026-09-11

Ja Morant Traded to Portland Trail Blazers

Morant moves from Memphis to Portland in offseason trade

Source updated - 2026-09-04

NBA Penalizes LA Clippers and Kawhi Leonard for Cap Circumvention

Clippers fined $30M and lose five first-round picks

Source updated - 2026-09-02

Shaedon Sharpe Undergoes Surgery for Torn Meniscus; Out 6 Months

Sharpe Torn Meniscus Surgery; Blazers Guard Out 6 Months

Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe underwent successful surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee and will be reevaluated in six months, sidelining him for a significant portion of the 2026-27 season. The 23-year-old sustained the injury during an individual offseason workout and the procedure was performed by Dr. Kristofer Jones at the UCLA Department of Orthopedic Surgery. Sharpe, who averaged a career-high 20.8 points per game last season on a $90 million extension, had been a key building block of Portland's roster that also includes Ja Morant, Damian Lillard, and Jrue Holiday. Based on the recovery timeline, Sharpe is not expected to return until late February or March at the earliest.

Source updated - 2026-08-27

Jonathan Kuminga Signs Two-Year Deal with Minnesota Timberwolves

Kuminga agrees to two-year $13M deal with Timberwolves

Free agent forward Jonathan Kuminga agreed to a two-year $13 million contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves, including a player option, on August 26. Kuminga will start alongside Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball, Jaden McDaniels, and Rudy Gobert on the Western Conference contender. He reportedly chose Minnesota over offers from the Lakers, Bulls, and Trail Blazers. Kuminga, 23, was traded from Golden State to Atlanta at the trade deadline last season before the Hawks declined his team option.

Source updated - 2026-08-26

Shaedon Sharpe Tears Meniscus Ahead of 2026-27 NBA Season

Blazers guard Sharpe out six months with torn meniscus

Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe sustained a torn meniscus in his right knee during an individual offseason workout and is expected to miss approximately six months, per ESPN's Shams Charania. If the six-month timeline holds, Sharpe would miss the majority of the 2026-27 season and return around the All-Star break. Sharpe, 23, was coming off a career-best 20.8 points per game average in 50 games last season. He is entering the first year of a four-year, $90 million contract. Portland's backcourt now features Damian Lillard, Ja Morant (acquired from Memphis), Jrue Holiday, and Scoot Henderson.

Source updated - 2026-08-24

Shaedon Sharpe (Trail Blazers) Out Six Months With Torn Meniscus

Sharpe Out 6 Months With Torn Meniscus

Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe is expected to miss approximately six months after sustaining a torn meniscus in his knee, per transaction records confirmed on August 24, 2026. The injury is season-altering and will sideline Sharpe for a significant portion of the 2026-27 NBA season. Sharpe, a former lottery pick, had been a key part of Portland's rebuilding plans. The Blazers recently completed a trade adding former All-Star guard Ja Morant from Memphis during the 2026 offseason.

Source updated - 2026-08-24

Shaedon Sharpe Suffers Torn Meniscus Expected to Miss Six Months

Blazers guard Sharpe out 6 months with torn meniscus

Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe sustained a torn meniscus in his right knee during a personal workout and is expected to miss approximately six months, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The injury was reported on August 24 and will sideline Sharpe for a significant portion of the 2026-27 season, potentially through the All-Star break. Sharpe, 23, averaged a career-high 20.8 points in 50 games in 2025-26 and is signed to a four-year, $90 million extension. Portland also added Ja Morant via trade this offseason, alongside Jrue Holiday and Damian Lillard.

Source updated - 2026-08-24

Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Enshrinement

Nine inductees enshrined at 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame

The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026 is formally enshrined on August 15 at Symphony Hall in Springfield Massachusetts with nine inductees representing players coaches and contributors. The class includes NBA player Amar'e Stoudemire coaches Doc Rivers and Mark Few WNBA stars Candace Parker Elena Delle Donne and Chamique Holdsclaw the 1996 USA Basketball Women's National Team referee Joey Crawford and Mike D'Antoni. The enshrinement ceremony begins at 7pm ET live on NBA TV with over 50 returning Hall of Famers in attendance. The weekend festivities began August 14 at Mohegan Sun with an autograph session and awards gala.

Source updated - 2026-08-15

Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Enshrined

Parker and Stoudemire Lead 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame Class

Nine individuals and one team were enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on August 15 at Symphony Hall in Springfield, Massachusetts. NBA inductees included six-time All-Star Amar'e Stoudemire, coach Doc Rivers — who amassed more than 1,180 wins over 27 seasons — and contributor Mike D'Antoni, the architect of Phoenix's 'Seven Seconds or Less' era. WNBA legends Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne and Chamique Holdsclaw joined the class alongside coach Mark Few, referee Joey Crawford and the 1996 USA Women's National Basketball Team. Parker closed the ceremony with an emotional speech reflecting on her career.

Source updated - 2026-08-15

Russell Westbrook Announces Retirement After 18 NBA Seasons

Westbrook Retires After 18 Seasons

Russell Westbrook announced his retirement from the NBA on August 12, 2026, ending an 18-season career. He retires as the NBA's all-time leader in triple-doubles (209), fifth all-time in assists (10,351), and 14th all-time in scoring (27,176 points). Westbrook was the 2017 NBA MVP and a 9-time All-Star who played for the Thunder, Rockets, Wizards, Lakers, Clippers, Nuggets, and Kings. He was offered minimum contracts by the Kings and Wizards for the 2026-27 season but chose to step away on his own terms.

Source updated - 2026-08-12

Russell Westbrook Retires After 18 NBA Seasons

Westbrook Retires as NBA's All-Time Triple-Double Leader

Russell Westbrook announced his retirement from the NBA on August 12, 2026, after 18 seasons with seven franchises, closing out one of the most statistically prolific careers in league history. The 37-year-old retires as the NBA's all-time leader in career triple-doubles with 209, a 2017 MVP, a nine-time All-Star, fifth all-time in assists (10,351), and 14th all-time in scoring (27,176 points). Rather than holding a press conference, Westbrook released a career-highlight video narrated by actor Michael B. Jordan. He had received contract offers from the Sacramento Kings and Washington Wizards during the 2026 offseason but chose to step away on his own terms.

Source updated - 2026-08-12

NBA Releases 2026-27 Opening Night and Christmas Day Schedule

NBA Sets 2026-27 Opening Night and Christmas Slate

The NBA announced its marquee early-season schedule on August 11, 2026, built around LeBron James' move to the Philadelphia 76ers after eight seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers. Opening Night on October 20 features an NBC/Peacock tripleheader highlighted by James and Jaylen Brown making their 76ers debut at Madison Square Garden against the defending-champion New York Knicks. Christmas Day will open with a Knicks–Spurs 2026 Finals rematch and feature James returning to Los Angeles to face the Lakers for the first time as a member of a rival franchise. The full schedule is set for release on August 13.

Source updated - 2026-08-11

LeBron James Signs With Philadelphia 76ers

LeBron James Signs Two-Year Deal With 76ers

LeBron James announced on July 24 that he is signing a two-year $8 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers for what he called his 'last decision,' ending weeks of speculation after leaving the Los Angeles Lakers. The 41-year-old four-time champion said he seriously considered retirement before opting to continue playing. James joins a 76ers roster that also added Jaylen Brown from the Celtics this offseason, pairing him with Joel Embiid. He will attempt to end a 43-year championship drought in Philadelphia beginning in the 2026-27 season.

Source updated - 2026-07-24

LeBron James Signs Two-Year Deal with Philadelphia 76ers

LeBron Signs with 76ers for Final NBA Run

LeBron James, 41, signed a two-year $8 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers on July 24 2026, describing the move as his 'last decision' after seriously contemplating retirement. James joins a Philadelphia roster that also added Jaylen Brown earlier in the offseason, giving the 76ers two former Finals MVPs. The four-time NBA champion will play alongside Joel Embiid in 2026-27 after spending 23 seasons with Cleveland, Miami, and Los Angeles. The signing was formally confirmed on Sunday July 27 via the NBA transactions log.

Source updated - 2026-07-27

Warriors Win 2026 NBA Summer League Championship Over Grizzlies

Warriors Rookie Lendeborg Leads SL Title Comeback

The Golden State Warriors defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 94-90 on July 20 in Las Vegas to claim the 2026 NBA Summer League championship — the second in franchise history. Golden State trailed by as many as 12 points in the third quarter before rookie Yaxel Lendeborg (No. 11 pick) scored nine of his game-high 21 points in the fourth quarter, capping a personal 7-0 run in under 90 seconds to take the lead for good. Lendeborg finished with 21 points, 10 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals. Memphis rookie Cameron Boozer had 19 points and 8 rebounds in the loss.

Source updated - 2026-07-20

Warriors Win 2026 NBA Summer League Championship vs Grizzlies

Warriors Rally from 12 Down to Win Summer League Title

The Golden State Warriors defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 94-90 on July 19 in Las Vegas to claim the 2026 NBA Summer League championship. Golden State trailed by 12 points entering the fourth quarter before outscoring Memphis in the final period to complete the comeback. Rookie first-round pick Yaxel Lendeborg (11th overall) led the Warriors with 21 points, 10 rebounds, and 2 steals, earning Championship Game MVP honors. Lendeborg became just the second player to win an NCAA national championship and an NBA Summer League title in the same calendar year.

Source updated - 2026-07-20

Golden State Warriors Win 2026 NBA Summer League Championship vs Memphis Grizzlies

Warriors Overcome 10-Point Deficit to Win Summer League Title 94-90

The Golden State Warriors defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 94-90 in the 2026 NBA Las Vegas Summer League Championship on July 19, erasing a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit to complete a comeback win. Rookie first-round pick Yaxel Lendeborg (No. 11 overall) led the Warriors with 21 points, 10 rebounds, two assists, and two steals in 23 minutes, including a clutch go-ahead three-pointer in the final two minutes. Deivon Smith added 21 points and nine rebounds for Golden State, while Memphis No. 3 pick Cameron Boozer had 19 points and eight rebounds. It was the Warriors' second-ever Las Vegas Summer League title.

Source updated - 2026-07-19

Bucks Rookie Burries Wins Summer League Game with Last-Second Layup

Burries layup with 1 second left gives Bucks 96-94 SL win

No. 10 overall pick Brayden Burries made a driving layup with one second remaining to give the Milwaukee Bucks a 96-94 NBA Summer League victory over the Philadelphia 76ers in Las Vegas on July 18. Burries led all scorers with 27 points on 9-of-18 shooting, adding four rebounds and five assists. Fellow first-round pick Nate Ament (No. 13) contributed 12 points and seven rebounds. Philadelphia's Gerald Ayayi led the 76ers with 22 points, with five players reaching double figures, but it was not enough to hold off Burries' late heroics.

Source updated - 2026-07-18

Memphis Grizzlies Beat Rockets to Reach Summer League Final

Coward 28 points leads Grizzlies past Rockets 101-90

The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Houston Rockets 101-90 in the NBA Summer League semifinal on July 18 at Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas, advancing to the championship game. Cedric Coward led the way with 28 points, while No. 3 pick Cameron Boozer also contributed for Memphis, which used a dominant first quarter to build a lead it held throughout. The Grizzlies elected not to rest or shut down any top players throughout the tournament, building chemistry ahead of the regular season. Memphis will face the Golden State Warriors in the Summer League title game on July 19.

Source updated - 2026-07-18

Warriors End Lakers' Unbeaten Summer League Run 92-88

Warriors beat undefeated Lakers 92-88 in SL semifinal

The Golden State Warriors ended the Los Angeles Lakers' undefeated NBA Summer League run with a 92-88 semifinal win on July 18 in Las Vegas. Lakers had entered the game 4-0 — the only undefeated team in the tournament — outscoring opponents by an average of 17.5 points per game. No. 11 pick Yaxel Lendeborg scored 15 points including seven in the fourth quarter and a pair of critical free throws with 14 seconds left; Graham Ike and LJ Cryer each added 16. Adou Thiero (18 points, 10 rebounds) and Cameron Carr (17 points) led LA but could not prevent the upset.

Source updated - 2026-07-18

Miami Heat Summer League Fourth-Quarter Comeback Over Detroit Pistons

Heat Outscore Pistons 35-0 in Q4 to Win Summer League Finale 101-87

The Miami Heat trailed the Detroit Pistons in their NBA Las Vegas Summer League finale on July 17 but dominated the fourth quarter with 35 points to win 101-87 at the Thomas & Mack Center. Tre Donaldson delivered 20 points — 13 in the fourth quarter alone — and finished with a double-double of 10 assists and eight rebounds. Tre White added 21 points including four three-pointers for Miami. Detroit's first-round pick Ebuka Okorie led all scorers with 27 points but could not prevent the loss. The win capped Miami's summer league run as a non-playoff team.

Source updated - 2026-07-17

New York Knicks Championship Parade Through Canyon of Heroes

Knicks Parade Draws Estimated 2 Million Fans in NYC

The New York Knicks held their first-ever ticker-tape championship parade on June 18 through Manhattan's Canyon of Heroes, with an estimated 2 million fans lining Broadway from Battery Park to City Hall. NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson and teammates received Keys to the City from Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The parade marked the first such celebration for the Knicks in franchise history and the city's first NBA championship parade since 1973. The 2026 NBA Finals averaged more than 20 million viewers, making it the most-watched NBA postseason since 1998.

Source updated - 2026-06-18

New York Knicks Win First NBA Championship Since 1973

Knicks Win NBA Title After 53-Year Drought

The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 on June 14, 2026, to win the NBA championship — their first since 1973. Jalen Brunson scored 45 points in the clinching game and was named Finals MVP. The Knicks won the series 4-1, rallying from double-digit deficits in all four wins. The 2026 NBA Finals averaged more than 20 million viewers on ABC/ESPN, making it the most-watched NBA postseason since 1998.

Source updated - 2026-06-21

Knicks Overcome 29-Point Deficit in Historic NBA Finals Game 4 Comeback

Knicks Rally from 29 Down in NBA Finals Game 4

The New York Knicks fell behind by 29 points in the third quarter of NBA Finals Game 4 against the San Antonio Spurs but came back to win in historic fashion. It stands as one of the largest comebacks in NBA Finals history. The Knicks' ability to use Jalen Brunson to create mismatches against Victor Wembanyama sparked the turnaround. The win gave New York a 3-1 series lead and effectively set up their first championship in 53 years.

Source updated - 2026-06-21

Knicks Win 2026 NBA Championship on Brunson 45-Point Game

Brunson 45 Pts Clinches Knicks First Title Since 1973

Jalen Brunson scored 45 points — a Knicks Finals record — as New York beat the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 13. The Knicks trailed by 16 points in the second quarter and by 10 early in the fourth quarter before Brunson scored 13 straight points to turn the game. New York won the series 4-1, rallying from double-digit deficits in all four wins. Brunson was awarded the Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP trophy, and the title is the franchise's first since 1973.

Source updated - 2026-06-13

New York Knicks Win First NBA Title Since 1973; Parade Set for June 18

Knicks clinch first NBA title since 1973 in Game 5

The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 94–90 in Game 5 to claim their first NBA Championship since 1973, winning the series 4–1. Jalen Brunson scored a Finals-record 45 points in Game 5, earning the Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP award. The Knicks rallied from double-digit deficits in all four of their wins, including a record 29-point comeback in Game 4. NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the city's first-ever ticker-tape parade in Knicks history for Thursday June 18, beginning at 10 a.m. in Lower Manhattan.

Source updated - 2026-06-18