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- Cavaliers rally from 22 points down to beat Celtics in Boston, 123-116
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- Magic guard Jalen Suggs out indefinitely with left knee injury
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- Joel Embiid instant reaction: The future looks bleak for the 76ers
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- Is this the end of the road for Kevin Durant and the Suns? 'This team is broken' | The Kevin O'Connor Show
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Yahoo Sports•11 hours agoWhy the Nuggets could have reason to worry as the playoffs approach | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Denver's recent struggles against top teams in the league have started raising some eyebrows.
- Yahoo Sports•12 hours ago
The redemption of Zion Williamson: Can he save the Pelicans after all? | The Kevin O'Connor Show
The Pelicans might be able to finally see a pathway that involves not just individual highlights from Zion, but potential team success, too.
- Yahoo Sports•12 hours ago
Could LeBron James' defense be the key to the Lakers' championship hopes? | The Kevin O'Connor Show
The Lakers could have a legit chance at winning the NBA title this season. And it isn't just because of their offense.
- Yahoo Sports•12 hours ago
76ers' Joel Embiid shut down for remainder of 2024-25 season due to injured left knee
Embiid was hobbled all season by a left knee that probably need more post-surgery recovery time during the offseason.
- Yahoo Sports•13 hours ago
Stephen Curry is defying Father Time yet again | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Seeing Curry's stellar performance at such an age raises an important question: Will we ever see this level of greatness again?
- Yahoo Sports•14 hours ago
Steph drops 56, LeBron dominates, and Father Time calls timeout | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh recap all the action of Thursday night's NBA games including Steph Curry dropping 56 points on the Orlando Magic, the Los Angeles Lakers beating the Minnesota Timberwolves & the Milwaukee Bucks taking down the Denver Nuggets.
- Yahoo Sports•15 hours ago
Devin Booker reportedly 'shocked' after Suns coach Mike Budenholzer asked him to talk less on the court
Now we know why Booker was advocating for 'constant communication' on Thursday after a loss to the Pelicans.
- Yahoo Sports•16 hours ago
Father of young fan who received game-worn Victor Wembanyama jersey tries to reverse sale after auction
A temporary restraining order on the sale of the jersey, which sold last weekend for $73,200, was denied.
- Yahoo Sports•17 hours ago
Luka Dončić was reportedly offered by Mavericks to T'Wolves for Anthony Edwards during informal talks
Dončić ended up being part of a blockbuster deal with the Lakers that sent Anthony Davis to Dallas.
- Yahoo Sports•18 hours ago
Fact or Fiction: The NBA doesn't have a future face of the league
The conversation about the future face of the NBA is distracting us from a collection of superstars, including Jayson Tatum and Donovan Mitchell, carrying the mantle for the league right now.
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Luka Dončić's off shooting night doesn't matter as LeBron James scores 33, Lakers win 4th straight
The Lakers have won 14 of their last 17.
- Yahoo Sports•yesterday
Anthony Edwards given 1-game suspension after earning 16th technical foul
Edwards will miss Friday's game against the Utah Jazz.
- Yahoo Sports•yesterday
Giannis Antetokounmpo's 28 points, 19 rebounds lead Bucks to 121-112 win over Nuggets
Antetokounmpo went just over the 32-minute limit Doc Rivers is trying to keep him under to manage his left calf strain.
- Yahoo Sports•yesterday
Steph Curry drops season-high 56 points with 12 3-pointers, including buzzer-beater from beyond halfcourt
Stephen Curry remains the best shooter of all time.
- Yahoo Sports•2 days ago
Kevin Durant's future not with Suns, Luka the next great Laker and Paul George is done podding
On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Dan Titus react to Kevin Durant's latest comments on a return to Golden State, will Luka be a Laker long term and is Anthony Davis right to believe someone knew he was being traded to Dallas ahead of time. Later, Paul George is pressing pause on his podcast and Jayson Tatum feels like he's not being appreciated.
- Yahoo Sports•2 days ago
Knicks C Mitchell Robinson to make season debut this weekend after ankle surgery
One of the NBA's top rebounders is on his way back to the court.
- Yahoo Sports•2 days ago
NBA Centel parody account returns to X after being mourned by NBA fans and teams
The spoof account and NBA inside joke was suspended on X on Wednesday, but returned to full glory one day later.
- Yahoo Sports•2 days ago
Fantasy Basketball: These stars could get shut down — here's how to prepare and plan ahead
Silly Season is about to kick off in the NBA (if it hasn't already). Fantasy basketball analyst Dan Titus has some advice for how to navigate it.
- Yahoo Sports•2 days ago
Gregg Popovich will not return to Spurs this season after suffering stroke
The 76-year-old Popovich has been away from the team since November.
- Yahoo Sports•2 days ago
Anthony Davis says he's moving forward after being traded by the Lakers: 'They wanted who they wanted'
Nearly a month after being traded to the Mavericks for Luka Dončić, Davis says he's processed and 'moved on' to his new team.
- Yahoo Sports•2 days ago
Are Giannis Antetokounmpo's MVP days behind him?
The Bucks' two-time MVP finds himself in the unenviable position of chasing not only monstrously productive peers, but his own ghost.
- Yahoo Sports•2 days ago
Who needs LeBron? Why this might be the best Cavs team ever | The Big Number
Could this Cavs team outperform any of LeBron James' legendary squads?
- Yahoo Sports•2 days ago
Luka Dončić has found new energy in Los Angeles | The Big Number
The trade to L.A. appears to have rejuvenated Luka, along with the Lakers' title hopes.
- Yahoo Sports•2 days ago
Pistons stomp Celtics to post longest winning streak in a decade and a half
In their previous two seasons, the Detroit Pistons won 31 games combined. On Wednesday, they won their 33rd game of the season.
- Yahoo Sports•2 days ago
Portland's Shaedon Sharpe enters Dunk of the Year territory with wild one-handed slam over Justin Champagnie
Shaedon Sharpe threw down a ridiculous poster on Wednesday night in Washington.
- Yahoo Sports•3 days ago
Paul George announces 'Podcast P' hiatus amid Sixers' 8-game losing streak
How badly is the Philadelphia 76ers' season going? Paul George just suspended his podcast.
- Yahoo Sports•3 days ago
The BEST Cavs team EVER, sorry Bron! + Luka Doncic: defensive JUGGERNAUT | The Big Number
Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine have stumbled across undeniable evidence: the 2024-25 Cleveland Cavaliers are the best team in franchise history. Yes, better than the 2016 title-winning team (sorry, LeBron!) by EVERY statistical measure. The Big Number this week focuses on the Cavs' margin of victory, which has now encroached "all-time great" status.
- Yahoo Sports•3 days ago
Luka Dončić’s 1st game against the Dallas Mavericks draws 2.5 million viewers, among most watched this season
It was one of the most-watched regular-season games this year and the most-streamed regular-season game on Max.
- Yahoo Sports•3 days ago
Multiple New Orleans Privateers players under investigation for gambling violations
The Privateers hold just a 4-25 record and are tied for last in the Southland Conference.
- Yahoo Sports•3 days ago
The real reason Lakers star Luka Dončić did pregame push-ups in front of the Dallas Mavericks
When video of Luka Dončić getting in some pregame push-ups in full view of the Dallas Mavericks went viral, some jumped to conclusions about the new Lakers star's intentions. In reality, the push-ups were a light punishment.
- Yahoo Sports•3 days ago
Luka Dončić leaves Lakers and managers smiling as triple-double headlines Tuesday fantasy takeaways
Dan Titus breaks down Luka Dončić's revenge game and other key fantasy insights from Tuesday's seven-game NBA slate.
- Yahoo Sports•3 days ago
Luka Dončić gets his revenge vs. Mavericks, but 'closure is going to take a while'
In an emotional showdown Tuesday in Los Angeles, Dončić dropped a triple-double to lead the Lakers over the Mavs, yet the wounds from his shocking trade still linger.
- Yahoo Sports•3 days ago
Luka Dončić drops his first triple-double as a Laker in first game facing Mavericks since trade
Luka Dončić clearly still isn't happy about the most shocking trade in NBA history.
- Yahoo Sports•3 days ago
LeBron, Bronny James deny allegations made in new lawsuit claiming involvement in Southern California car crash
LeBron James and his son, Bronny, were named in a lawsuit claiming they crashed into two people on a Los Angeles-area highway in 2022.
- Yahoo Sports•3 days ago
Lakers owner Jeanie Buss talks hiding the Luka Dončić trade, his connection with Kobe and Gigi Bryant
"Just the idea that Luka is now a Laker, I know how happy that would make Kobe and Gigi.”
- Yahoo Sports•4 days ago
Nets C Nic Claxton suspended for 1 game after surpassing flagrant foul mark
Nic Claxton earned his sixth flagrant foul point of the season on Monday night, which triggered the automatic suspension.
- Yahoo Sports•4 days ago
Glaring omission: Sonny Vaccaro deserves induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame
Basketball's story cannot be told without Sonny Vaccaro, whose impact on the game covers everyone from Michael Jordan to LeBron James.
- Yahoo Sports•4 days ago
Pacers fans sue Patrick Beverley, Bucks after altercation during 2024 NBA playoffs
Beverley was suspended four games by the NBA. He has yet to serve it after signing in Israel in July.
- Yahoo Sports•4 days ago
NBA Power Rankings: Where all 30 teams stand entering the regular season's stretch run
From the tanking teams to those that refuse to lose, and the many pretenders to the few contenders, we give you the world's most accurate power rankings.
- Yahoo Sports•4 days ago
Is the Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid era nearing an end?
Joel Embiid's durability has always been a point of concern, but his current struggles highlight a disturbing decline.
- Yahoo Sports•4 days ago
Is Mitchell Robinson's return a beacon of hope for the Knicks?
Mitchell Robinson’s absence has exposed weaknesses in the Knicks' defense.
- Yahoo Sports•4 days ago
Luka Dončić vs. Mavericks: What to expect from the Lakers star in his first game against Dallas
Dončić will face his former team on Tuesday for the first time since the trade. How many points will he put up?
- Yahoo Sports•4 days ago
Is Jimmy Butler's success with the Warriors sustainable?
Since Jimmy Butler joined, the Warriors have been impressive. Is it enough to make them legit contenders in the West?
- Yahoo Sports•4 days ago
Why the Lakers are betting big on small ball
The Lakers' victory against the Nuggets showcased the potential impact of a small-ball lineup.
- Yahoo Sports•4 days ago
Are the Suns' offseason moves signaling the end of the Kevin Durant era?
When the Suns traded for KD it was meant to be a breakthrough moment. The reality has been far from that.
- Yahoo Sports•4 days ago
Yahoo Sports AM: The AP poll, four months later...
In today's edition: The preseason AP poll vs. now, college kids vs. pros, one-armed hoopers, the 40/20 rule, goodbye P00P, and more.
- Yahoo Sports•4 days ago
10 NBA questions keeping me up at night | Kevin O'Connor Show
Are you tossing and turning at night thinking about all the unanswered questions going on in the NBA right now with just 6 weeks left in the regular season? Kevin O'Connor is dealing with some BAD insomnba, which is like insomnia — just way worse.
- Yahoo Sports•4 days ago
Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards stuffs Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to complete 24-point comeback, stun Thunder in OT
The Thunder held a 24-point lead in the fourth quarter on Monday night, and still found a way to lose.
- Yahoo Sports•4 days ago
76ers fall in brutal blowout loss to Bulls, their 8th straight, as Joel Embiid undergoes knee tests
“We’ve shown no sign of a team that will compete."
- Yahoo Sports•4 days ago
Nikola Jokić drops career-high 19 assists while leading Nuggets past Pacers
Nikola Jokić was just a rebound shy of a triple-double on Monday night.
- Yahoo Sports•4 days ago
Can JJ Redick transform the Lakers’ defense? | Good Word with Goodwill
Just a couple of months ago, few considered the Lakers legitimate contenders. Has that changed?
- Yahoo Sports•5 days ago
Cleveland Guardians owner Larry Dolan dies at age 94, team announces
A lifelong Cleveland resident, Dolan purchased his hometown team in 2000.
- Yahoo Sports•5 days ago
NBA style of play criticism, JJ Redick's stellar coaching and Joel Embiid's knee dooming Sixers
On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Bomani Jones react to P.K. Subban's comments about NBA players that leads to a larger conversation on the culture and style of play in the league today. The two then breakdown the Los Angeles Lakers victory over the Denver Nuggets and potential playoff matchups as the postseason nears. Later, Vince and Bomani give Gregg Popovich his flowers and discuss what the Philadelphia 76ers should do about Joel Embiid.
- Yahoo Sports•5 days ago
The Playlist: Week 17 fantasy basketball waiver wire pickups and start/sit advice
Fantasy basketball analyst Dan Titus shares his playlist for the week, filled with all the pickups and schedule analysis you need.
- Yahoo Sports•5 days ago
NBA rookie report: 5 promising first-year players on the rise, including Zach Edey
These 2024 first-round picks are showing long-term potential.
- Yahoo Sports•5 days ago
Donovan Mitchell's 33 points lead Cavaliers past Grizzlies in matchup of top NBA contenders
The Cavs won without Darius Garland, who sat out with a hip contusion sustained on Friday.
- Yahoo Sports•5 days ago
Andre Iguodala has number retired by Warriors after dominant run with the franchise
Andre Igoudala won four NBA titles, and was named Finals MVP, during his time with the Warriors.
- Yahoo Sports•6 days ago
Alex Rodriguez banks half-court shot to win Bucknell student $10,000
A-Rod went off the glass to win a massive prize for a Bucknell student on Sunday afternoon.
- Yahoo Sports•6 days ago
Victor Wembanyama rookie card sets auction record price despite news of season-ending injury
However, the market for Wembanyama cards among collectors appears to be lowering with news of his blood clot.
- Yahoo Sports•6 days ago
Joel Embiid sits out 4th quarter as Sixers lose to Nets, team considering 'alternative options' on injured knee
Joel Embiid's current treatment plan for his left knee just hasn't worked.
- Yahoo Sports•6 days ago
Paul George outhustled by Nic Claxton for rebound and game-winning shot in 76ers' 105-103 loss to Nets
The lack of hustle from one of the Sixers' star players sums up a disappointing season painfully well.
- Yahoo Sports•6 days ago
Lakers get first big performance from Luka Dončić in win over Nuggets
Luka looked like Luka in a big win over the Lakers' usual bully.
- Yahoo Sports•6 days ago
Gregg Popovich reportedly not expected to return to Spurs this season, future uncertain after suffering stroke
It's been a tough week for the Spurs.
- Yahoo Sports•7 days ago
Mavericks delete hype video that fans thought blurred out Luka Dončić, musician takes responsibility
Although Dončić was not one of the players blacked out, the video was not well-received in Dallas.
- Yahoo Sports•7 days ago
Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson Jr. boosts NBA Defensive Player of the Year chances with game-saving block
Jackson blocked Paolo Banchero's leaner as time expired to save the Grizzlies' win over the Magic.
- Yahoo Sports•7 days ago
Dirk Nowitzki shares first reaction to Mavericks' Luka Dončić trade: 'Disappointed and sad for him'
Nowitzki was a mentor for Luka Dončić in Dallas.
- Yahoo Sports•7 days ago
LaVar Ball looks like his usual self in first video since foot amputation
Details around the medical issue that led to LaVar Ball's foot amputation remain scarce.
- Yahoo Sports•8 days ago
No, the Mavericks did not edit Luka Dončić out of a hype video, but it's not surprising fans are still upset
It's hard to overstate how miserable it is in Dallas these days.
- Yahoo Sports•8 days ago
Mark Williams' agent disputes Lakers rescinding trade for Hornets center due to failed physical
Williams suggested to reporters that the Lakers canceled the trade after having second thoughts about what they gave up in the nixed deal.
- Yahoo Sports•8 days ago
Yankees update facial hair policy: What other teams have had unusual rules and restrictions?
Between the Cincinnati Reds' hair policy and the Chicago Bulls' headband ban, the Yankees aren't the only ones with a history of antiquated rules.
- Yahoo Sports•8 days ago
Why Victor Wembanyama’s scary diagnosis is different than the one Chris Bosh faced
A well-known sports injury doctor explains that the Spurs' extensive mileage is likely not to blame for Wembanyama’s newly discovered condition.
- Yahoo Sports•8 days ago
76ers' Joel Embiid on ailing knee affecting play: 'Hard to have trust when you're not yourself'
Embiid has been limited to only 18 of Philadelphia's 55 games this season.
- Yahoo Sports•8 days ago
Spurs expect Victor Wembanyama to return next season: 'No concern for [his long-term] health'
Spurs coach Mitch Johnson said the blood clot was discovered after the star center complained about how his arm felt.
- Yahoo Sports•9 days ago
With Victor Wembanyama out, Jaren Jackson Jr. becomes new favorite for NBA Defensive Player of the Year
Wembanyama was a -2500 favorite to win DPOY before his season prematurely ended.
- Yahoo Sports•9 days ago
Victor Wembanyama diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis: What other athletes have had similar conditions?
On Thursday, the San Antonio Spurs announced star center Victor Wembanyama will be out for the rest of the regular season after being diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder. What does the condition mean for his career?
- Yahoo Sports•9 days ago
Luka Dončić sits out Thursday's Lakers game, but LeBron James leads win over Blazers
Dončić is still working himself toward full-time play and the Lakers are being cautious.
- Yahoo Sports•9 days ago
Victor Wembanyama's feel-good season is sadly over
The impact of the end of Wembanyama’s season due to a blood clot in his shoulder will be felt in San Antonio and the entire NBA.
- Yahoo Sports•9 days ago
Victor Wembanyama instant reaction: What to make of the All-Star's shocking injury situation
A number of emotions and thoughts came to mind after the news of the Spurs star missing the rest of the season. Let's try to add a little clarity to them.
- Yahoo Sports•9 days ago
Mavericks' Anthony Davis 'making good progress,' will miss another 2 weeks with left adductor strain
Davis suffered the injury in his Mavericks debut on Feb. 8.
- Yahoo Sports•9 days ago
Spurs star Victor Wembanyama out for the season: Fantasy basketball fallout
Fantasy basketball analyst Dan Titus breaks down what to expect in the weight of Victor Wembanyama's season-ending news.
- Yahoo Sports•9 days ago
Spurs star Victor Wembanyama to miss rest of regular season with blood clot in shoulder
The team announced Thursday that Wembanyama's season is over due to deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder.
- Yahoo Sports•9 days ago
Can the Philadelphia 76ers overcome their injuries and make a playoff run? | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Joel Embiid's injury history reads like a medical encyclopedia. Yet, he still believes if he can get healthy for the playoffs, the Sixers can challenge anyone.
- Yahoo Sports•9 days ago
Giannis' new weapon: Can his midrange game elevate the Bucks? | The Kevin O'Connor Show
If Giannis Antetokounmpo continues to shoot efficiently from midrange, the Bucks could turn traditional defensive schemes upside down.
- Yahoo Sports•9 days ago
The NBA title favorites, an epic MVP race, and the top storylines to watch down the stretch
We’re just over seven weeks away from the end of the 2024-25 NBA regular season, and there’s still plenty to figure out. Here are the most important things to keep an eye on.
- Yahoo Sports•9 days ago
Milwaukee Bucks' Bobby Portis suspended 25 games for violating NBA's anti-drug policy
Portis' agent, Mark Bartelstein, released a statement claiming the violation was essentially a mix-up.
- Yahoo Sports•9 days ago
Yahoo Sports AM: Is Nikola Jokić having the best season ever?
In today's edition: Nikola Jokić's season for the ages, golf's pace of play issue, how the next 18 months could reshape soccer in the U.S., the 4 Nations championship, and more.
- Yahoo Sports•9 days ago
Sleeper LONG shots to win the NBA Title: Rockets? Clippers? & more | The Big Number
On this episode of The Big Number Tom Haberstroh & Dan Devine react to Draymond Green's stunning proclamation that the Golden State Warriors "WILL" win the NBA title this season. They don't agree, but it did give them a good idea — which long shots COULD win the Larry O in June?
- Yahoo Sports•10 days ago
NBA All-Star Game viewership down 13% amid latest format change, criticism
Only a single All-Star Game in the past 25 years drew fewer viewers than this one.
- Yahoo Sports•10 days ago
Justice Department releases complaint charging suspects in burglaries of Travis Kelce, Patrick Mahomes and other athletes
Federal authorities on Tuesday charged seven men who allegedly burglarized the homes of Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and Joe Burrow, among other athletes.
- Yahoo Sports•10 days ago
NBA rookie report: How are top prospects of supposedly weak draft panning out?
We're only around 55 games into their careers, but these rookies —highlighted by slam dunk runner-up Stephon Castle — are starting to find their place.
- Yahoo Sports•10 days ago
Seattle mayor Bruce Harrell's joke about Sonics' return doesn't go over well
Harrell paused his State of the City speech to trick the crowd into thinking an NBA expansion announcement was coming.
- Yahoo Sports•10 days ago
Which NBA Finals contenders are legit? NBA trainer Drew Hanlen joins the Kevin O'Connor Show
Drew Hanlen is the basketball skills and development trainer for superstars like Joel Embiid, Jayson Tatum, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Tyrese Maxey, Tyrese Haliburton, Trey Murphy and many more of the NBA's elite. What can this "short," former college hooper possibly offer to these GIANTS of the game? A lot, as you'll see on this episode of the Kevin O'Connor show!
- Yahoo Sports•10 days ago
Kevin Durant explains why he spiked trade to Warriors: 'I just didn’t want to move'
Durant was on the verge of returning the Warriors at the trade deadline, until he made it clear he didn't want to go to the Warriors.
- Yahoo Sports•10 days ago
Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reportedly splits with agent, set to represent himself ahead of supermax deal
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has led the Thunder to the top of the Western Conference standings in the first half of the season.
- Yahoo Sports•11 days ago
TNT's Reggie Miller to join NBC as lead analyst for NBA coverage: where things stand in NBA broadcast shuffle
The NBC and Amazon NBA coverage rosters are taking shape.
- Yahoo Sports•11 days ago
Anthony Edwards not the face of the NBA, potential Finals matchups & All-Star fallout
Vincent Goodwill and Gary Washburn reflect on NBA All-Star weekend, most interesting NBA Finals matchups and why Anthony Edwards doesn't want to be the face of the NBA.
- Yahoo Sports•11 days ago
76ers reportedly reach 2-year deal with Lonnie Walker IV after brief EuroLeague stint
Lonnie Walker had an NBA opt-out clause in his EuroLeague deal that expired on Tuesday night.
- Yahoo Sports•11 days ago
Kevin Durant breaks down in tears when talking about his love for basketball and Olympic competition
Kevin Durant loves ball. So much so that it brought him to tears when talking about his love for Olympic competition.
- Yahoo Sports•11 days ago
Kyrie Irving wants to play for Australia at L.A. Olympics, international team in a U.S. vs. World NBA All-Star Game
Irving's desire to represent Australia could help the NBA get closer to a USA vs. World All-Star format.
- Yahoo Sports•11 days ago
Should the NBA consider USA vs. World? Who wins a 1v1 tourney? Debating the best All-Star ideas
Let's break down some of the best ideas coming out of All-Star Weekend.
- Yahoo Sports•11 days ago
The Playlist: Fantasy basketball waiver wire pickups and start/sit advice for Week 16 (Part 2)
Fantasy basketball analyst Dan Titus delivers his advice for the second half of the extended Week 16.
- Yahoo Sports•11 days ago
NBA Finals odds: Thunder, Celtics end All-Star break as co-favorites
The Cleveland Cavaliers are the No. 3 favorite at +800.
- Yahoo Sports•11 days ago
Trey Murphy on his ABSURD ascent & his must-hear hot take on ZION WILLIAMSON | Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O'Connor is joined by New Orleans Pelicans guard Trey Murphy to talk Pelicans, Zion Williamson & the state of the NBA.
- Yahoo Sports•12 days ago
Kevin Durant derides NBA All-Star criticism: 'It's more fun to complain about the NBA than to actually watch it'
Durant went on a posting spree on X on Monday, responding to fans who complained about All-Star weekend.
- Yahoo Sports•12 days ago
NBA All-Star Game: 18-year-old fan wins $100K by beating Damian Lillard in 3-point contest
There was one definite winner during NBA All-Star weekend.
- Yahoo Sports•12 days ago
NBA All-Star Game: USA vs. World format favored by some players for future matchups
The NBA's continuing effort to make the All-Star Game matter could lead to a USA vs. World format, which appeals to the sport's international talent.
- Yahoo Sports•12 days ago
Worst All-Star Weekend EVER!? NBA, TNT, LeBron & Kevin Hart TORCHED by KOC! | Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O'Connor rips apart NBA All-Star Weekend, blasting TNT, Adam Silver, and even LeBron for the chaos. Why did TNT make it about themselves? Why was Steph Curry missing from the 3-point contest in his own city? And is the Slam Dunk contest a joke with "G-Leaguers using props"? KOC and Dan Titus call the whole weekend a mess, plus they break down Draymond Green’s wild takes—from calling himself and Jimmy Butler both “alphas” to predicting a Warriors title and claiming he “turned down” Golden State’s future head coaching job.
- Yahoo Sports•12 days ago
NBA All-Star 2025: Winners and losers of the new format
The league managed to turn its All-Star Game into anything but a showcase of the best basketball players in the world.
- Yahoo Sports•12 days ago
All-Star Game 2025: The NBA will keep trying new things ... until the stars actually commit to trying
All-Star Weekend wouldn't be like this if the current players treated the game with the reverence it’s due, or if the players showed the game itself was enough.
- Yahoo Sports•12 days ago
NBA All-Star Game draws deluge of criticism for tournament format, broadcast and so much Kevin Hart
From the format to the broadcast to way too much Kevin Hart, Sunday's NBA All-Star tournament was a resounding dud.
- Yahoo Sports•12 days ago
NBA All-Star Game: Team Shaq cruises to victory as new tournament format comes under fire
In an All-Star tournament that was met with pushback for its format and its coverage, Team Shaq prevailed on Sunday when the basketball was all said and done.
- Yahoo Sports•13 days ago
Mavericks assistant coach Darrell Armstrong arrested for aggravated assault with deadly weapon
Armstrong allegedly hit a woman with a gun and threatened to shoot her during an argument, according to Dallas police.
- Yahoo Sports•13 days ago
NBA commissioner Adam Silver is facing numerous issues, but he won't stop trying to improve the game
Style of play, money, media deals and the trade landscape are all top of mind, but Silver has the task of figuring out the best way to blend evolution and ambition for the league moving forward.
- Yahoo Sports•13 days ago
NBA All-Star 2025: Chris Paul, Victor Wembanyama disqualified from Skills Challenge for not taking shots
Participants in the NBA All-Star Skills Challenge have to actually shoot the ball, not just chuck balls from the rack toward the basket.
- Yahoo Sports•13 days ago
NBA All-Star 2025: Two weeks later, the league and its stars still can't comprehend Luka Dončić trade
"Two weeks later, it's still the craziest trade I've ever seen," said San Antonio Spur Victor Wembanyama.
- Yahoo Sports•13 days ago
NBA All-Star 2025: Stephen Curry makes spectacular backward, no-look half-court shot at practice
Curry was having fun during NBA All-Star practice and maybe reminded the league that H-O-R-S-E should be part of the weekend.
- Yahoo Sports•14 days ago
Warriors' Draymond Green says NBA on-court product has become 'very boring'
'It's just who can run faster, who can hit more 3s. It’s no substance.'
- Yahoo Sports•14 days ago
'I know we're going to be playing pretty freaking hard:' Rising Stars vow to bring it against All-Stars on Sunday
The Rising Stars have an opportunity to make a statement in the All-Star tournament.
- Yahoo Sports•14 days ago
NBA All-Star Saturday: Mac McClung thrills in dunk contest 3-peat with perfect night, dunk over car; Tyler Herro wins 3-point contest
Mac McClung is a worthy three-peat dunk contest champion.
- Yahoo Sports•15 days ago
Celtics' Brad Stevens says he's not candidate to be Indiana men's basketball head coach
Stevens had great success in six seasons as Butler's head coach, but prefers to stay in the NBA with Boston.