Wemby watch: How Wembanyama may help the draft lottery teams
When a generational talent like Victor Wembanyama comes along, it’s clear that he would make any team that he’s with better in a multitude of ways.
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Jokic gets technical, tries to take ball from Suns owner
Denver Nuggets All-Star center Nikola Jokic was assessed a technical foul in the second quarter after an altercation with Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia on Sunday.
76ers’ Harden visits with Michigan State shooting victim
James Harden met with Michigan State shooting victim John Hao before a playoff game.
Analysis: Wemby’s farewell tour will be a French celebration
Victor Wembanyama’s first basket on Sunday night looked so easy.
Nick Gilbert, son of Cavaliers owner, dies at 26
Nicolas “Nick” Gilbert, the son of Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert who became the team’s good luck charm at NBA draft lotteries, has died.
LeBron James’ son Bronny commits to play basketball at USC
Bronny James says he will play basketball at the University of Southern California in the fall.
Miami’s Jimmy Butler (ankle) cleared to return for Game 3
Jimmy Butler was cleared to return to the Miami Heat lineup on Saturday.
Celtics, Nuggets seek 3-1 series leads over 76ers, Phoenix
A pair of Game 4s await as the NBA’s conference semifinals continue Sunday.
Bucks fire Budenholzer as coach after early playoff exit
The Milwaukee Bucks have fired coach Mike Budenholzer just over a week after their stunning first-round playoff loss to the Miami Heat spoiled a season in which they owned the NBA’s best record.
Heat still waiting to see if Butler can play in Game 3
NBA playoff scoring leader Jimmy Butler was with the Miami Heat for their film session Thursday.