LeBron James backs off retirement talk, eyes return to Lakers
After cryptic comments about his future following the Lakers' loss in the Western Conference finals, James said at Wednesday's ESPYs that he's not ready to call it quits just yet.
By Ben GolliverArrest warrant issued for Ja Morant associate Davonte Pack in assault case
The warrant stems from a pickup game at Morant's mansion last summer, signaling a potential reopening of a case thought to be closed.
By Gus Garcia-Roberts and Molly Hensley-ClancyDamian Lillard trade saga could take months to resolve, Blazers GM says
After the seven-time all-star issued a trade request earlier this month, Portland plans to proceed patiently as it explores potential moves.
By Ben GolliverVictor Wembanyama seizes second chance to make a good first impression
After a shaky NBA Summer League debut, the Spurs rookie posts 27 points on 9-for-14 shooting, 12 rebounds and three blocks in his second game.
By Ben GolliverWhat to know about the new NBA in-season tournament
The new event will include all 30 teams with the semifinals and the championship game played in Las Vegas.
By Ben GolliverWizards are ‘reshaping’ with Jordan Poole and Kyle Kuzma as keystones
Both players, entering their prime years, welcome the bigger roles they will have on a team without outside playoff expectations.
By Ben GolliverKyle Kuzma, Wizards reach agreement on four-year, $102 million deal
The six-year veteran will be the most prominent returning member of the Wizards following the offseason trades of Bradley Beal and Kristaps Porzingis.
By Ben GolliverVictor Wembanyama’s NBA debut left a packed house wanting more
On his first night playing in a Spurs jersey, the 19-year-old Wembanyama looked like a confused rookie.
By Ben GolliverNo charges will be filed in Victor Wembanyama, Britney Spears incident
Las Vegas police released a statement Friday regarding the incident involving the pop star and the basketball phenom's security detail.
By Ben GolliverUSA Basketball starts fresh with new players and coach for FIBA World Cup
Steve Kerr will bring four NBA all-stars — Anthony Edwards, Tyrese Haliburton, Brandon Ingram and Jaren Jackson Jr. — to the tournament being held in the Philippines, Japan and Indonesia.
By Ben GolliverNBA free agency winners and losers: Damian Lillard is going to get his wish
Damian Lillard and James Harden — two stars who weren’t even free agents — caused the biggest shock waves with trade requests.
By Ben GolliverLakers lock up LeBron James’s supporting cast with flurry of signings
Austin Reaves, D’Angelo Russell and Rui Hachimura are back in the mix in Los Angeles less than 24 hours into free agency.
By Ben GolliverDamian Lillard finally asks the Trail Blazers for a trade
After years of speculation and rumors, Portland's all-time leading scorer finally asked to be traded.
By Ben GolliverNBA free agency highlights: Kyrie Irving back with Mavericks, Draymond Green will stay with Warriors
NBA free agency started Friday. Many big stars, like Kyrie Irving in Dallas and Draymond Green in Golden State, stayed put.
By Ben GolliverAs NBA free agency starts, most top stars stay put — and get paid
Kyrie Irving, Draymond Green and Khris MIddleton were among the biggest names to come off the board early by staying with the teams they closed with last seaosn.
By Ben GolliverJames Harden bypasses free agency and explores trade from 76ers
While he will miss out on an immediate payday, Harden can now potentially work with the 76ers to find a new home.
By Ben GolliverJa Morant and Memphis teen wage legal battle as police probe again
As Morant tended to his latest scandal, his family and friends have been dragged into a legal dispute over an incident last year in which he punched a teenager.
By Molly Hensley-Clancy and Gus Garcia-RobertsGregg Popovich is lucky the Spurs landed Victor Wembanyama. So are we.
Victor Wembanyama has fallen into just the right slot, with a coach who will not botch such a beautiful if fragile project.
By Sally JenkinsTwenty-three names to watch during 2023 NBA free agency
A soft crop of free agent stars and the new CBA could lead to an active trade market.
By Ben GolliverAfter years and years in purgatory, the Wizards finally offer some hope
Mired mostly in mediocrity for decades, the Wizards at last look like they're ready to change everything.
By Kevin B. BlackistoneFanDuel makes betting lines. FanDuel’s Shams Charania moves them.
The Athletic's Shams Charania is a master of NBA scoops. But his reporting also impacts betting lines on FanDuel, for which he is also a paid contributor.
By Ben StraussThe Wizards are taking a smart approach, but don’t expect a quick fix
The Wizards are tearing their roster down and stockpiling draft picks as they embark on a rebuild. It could work, but it might take a while.
By Neil Greenberg