NBA Basketball

Celtics net 53 in first quarter, 2 off NBA record

The Boston Celtics had a first quarter like none other in their storied history Wednesday night, scoring 53 points in the opening 12 minutes of a 147-129 victory over the Miami Heat.

Izzo 'seriously' eyed Suns HC job last summer

Michigan State basketball head coach Tom Izzo said he "talked seriously" with Suns majority owner Mat Ishbia about Phoenix's head coaching job last summer before the team ultimately hired Jordan Ott.

Trail Blazers fined $100K for early Hansen contact

The NBA has fined the Trail Blazers $100,000 and suspended assistant GMs Mike Schmitz and Sergi Oliva for two weeks for illegal contact made with Yang Hansen in December 2023, two years before the 7-footer from China was drafted.

Sources: Rapper J. Cole to play pro hoops in China

Rap megastar J. Cole has signed a contract to play in the Chinese Basketball Association with the Nanjing Monkey Kings, sources told ESPN on Wednesday.

Grizzlies' Clarke arrested on drug, traffic charges

Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke was arrested Wednesday in Arkansas on charges that include speeding and possession of a controlled substance.

Out like a lion: Luka ends March with 600 points

Luka Doncic had his third straight 40-point game, lifting his March scoring total to 600 points and adding to a strong month for the Lakers, who finished with a 15-2 record.

Cuban: I regret selling Mavs to Adelson, Dumont

Mark Cuban says he regrets selling the Mavericks to the Adelson and Dumont families, adding that he "made a lot of mistakes in the process."

👀 Detailing six free agency options for LeBron

Lakers? Cavs? Warriors? A wild card? Before LeBron makes his decision this summer, sources around the league weigh in.