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.”

Horford: Dubs obvious choice if not in Boston

The decision to leave the Celtics was a hard one for Al Horford, but picking his next team was an easy one.