Lakers’ Doncic to sit for first two preseason games

Luka Doncic will not play in the Los Angeles Lakers’ first two preseason games this weekend, the team announced Friday.

Bronny cold in debut, but Redick praises growth

Bronny James struggled through a 1-for-12 shooting performance in the Lakers’ first preseason game, but coach JJ Redick said he is “a totally different player than he was a year ago.”

Excited Jokic: Plan is to be ‘a Nugget forever’

Nikola Jokic, who bypassed the opportunity to sign a four-year, $212 million deal this summer because next year he can sign that same four-year extension for $293 million, said his “plan is to be a Nugget forever.”

Kobe’s first No. 24 Lakers jersey sells for $889K

The first No. 24 jersey worn by Kobe Bryant with the Lakers was recently sold by Sotheby’s for $889,000, while a 1964-1967 Jerry West jersey fetched $533,400.

Roster battles, extension breakdowns and what to watch at NBA training camps

From superstar salaries to on-court adjustments, here are the biggest things to watch for heading into the start of training camps.

LeBron’s future, Celtics’ goals sans Tatum: Biggest question for all 30 teams

We asked and answered the biggest question facing all 30 NBA teams heading into the 2025-26 season.

10 NBA teams that gained — or lost — the most value in offseason deals

From trades to free agency to the draft, these teams will see boosts — or declines — from a summer of deals.

Jovic agrees to 4-year rookie extension with Heat

Forward Nikola Jovic agreed to a four-year, $62.4 million rookie contract extension with the Heat, his agency told ESPN’s Shams Charania on Wednesday night.

Knicks legends ride camels, 76ers go golfing: Top scenes from Abu Dhabi series

Here are the top scenes from Abu Dhabi as the Philadelphia 76ers and New York Knicks face off in a preseason doubleheader.

Kerr not wary of Kuminga fit within locker room

Steve Kerr reiterated twice after Wednesday’s practice that he has a fine personal relationship with newly re-signed Jonathan Kuminga and doesn’t believe the player is the type “to come in and tear a team down.”