NBA Basketball

Achilles healed: Celtics OK Tatum for Fri. return

Jayson Tatum is officially available for the Celtics' Friday night home game against the Mavericks. Tatum suffered a torn right Achilles tendon in the playoffs less than 10 months ago.

Suns forward Brooks arrested on suspected DUI

Suns forward Dillon Brooks was arrested early Friday morning for suspicion of driving under the influence in Scottsdale, Arizona, police said.

LeBron bests Kareem for most made FG in history

LeBron James made the 15,838th field goal of his career to pass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the most made field goals in NBA history.

Despite rust, Young dazzles Wiz crowd in debut

In his limited time on the court, Trae Young proved in his Wizards debut that he is the type of player the team hasn't had since John Wall, thrilling the D.C. crowd and finishing with 12 points in a 122-112 loss to the Jazz.

Flagg return from injury spoiled by late Magic rally

Cooper Flagg returned to the Dallas Mavericks' lineup Thursday night after missing eight games because of a left midfoot sprain and had 18 points and six assists in a 115-114 loss to the Orlando Magic.

Ayton injures knee; LeBron (elbow) iffy for Friday

Deandre Ayton left Thursday night's loss to the Nuggets with a knee injury, while LeBron James complained of a sore elbow afterward and said he wasn't sure of his status for Friday's game against the Pacers.

Dubs surprise in OT as Curry says, 'Keep going'

In the hours leading up to the Warriors' overtime win in Houston on Thursday night, their absent superstar, Stephen Curry, sent their remaining big name, Draymond Green, a text message of encouragement.

Judge rules Beasley owes $1M to former agency

A federal judge in New York issued a $1 million civil judgment against NBA free agent Malik Beasley in a contract dispute with his former agency.

🏀 NBA All-Contract Team: Playoff contenders?

Could a roster built with only the best contracts in the league -- no max or rookie deals allowed -- reach the playoffs?