NBA Basketball

SGA's winning FTs put bow on 35-point ring night

On a night the Thunder received their championship rings, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finished in style by hitting two free throws to lift OKC to a 125-124 double-overtime win over the Rockets.

Hart, Robinson to sit out Knicks' opener vs. Cavs

The Knicks will be without Josh Hart and Mitchell Robinson for Wednesday night's season opener against the Cavaliers.

MJ debuts on NBC, cites desire to 'pay it forward'

Michael Jordan made his debut as a special contributor to NBC Sports' return to NBA broadcasting on Tuesday night, saying he's doing so as a way to give back to basketball.

Kleber out at least 2 weeks with oblique strain

The Lakers will open the season missing some frontcourt depth as backup big man Maxi Kleber has an oblique strain and will be reevaluated in approximately two weeks.

MJ 'aftermarket' card sets record with $2.7M sale

A signed 1986 Fleer Michael Jordan rookie card has sold in a private sale for $2.7 million, a record for a card with an "aftermarket" signature.

Silver: More regulation still needed for betting

NBA commissioner Adam Silver said more regulation is needed to reduce opportunities for game manipulation related to gambling and to combat bad fan behavior in arenas, which may stem from losing wagers.

Pacers extend Nesmith on 2-year, $40.4M deal

Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith agreed to a two-year, $40.4 million contract extension with the franchise through the 2028-29 season.

✍ Grading 50-plus deals, including KD's extension

Kevin Pelton breaks down the most impactful signings, including Kevin Durant reaching a extension with the Rockets.