NBA Basketball

LeBron out, Curry unlikely to play in '28 Olympics

In a recent podcast, Lakers star LeBron James said he'll be "watching" the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, while Warriors star Stephen Curry "highly" doubts he'll participate in the Games for the reigning Olympic champions.

Source: Draymond warned for engaging vocal fan

The NBA has issued a warning -- but no fine -- to Golden State's Draymond Green following his interaction with a vocal fan in New Orleans, a source told ESPN.

Giannis set for MRI after exiting with groin strain

Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo left in the second quarter of Monday's loss to the Cavaliers because of a left groin strain.

Sources: Spurs' Wembanyama out for a few weeks

Victor Wembanyama, who had an MRI on Sunday, will be sidelined for a few weeks as the Spurs are being cautious about his left calf strain, sources told ESPN.

76ers star George rusty but 'felt good' in return

Paul George returned to the court for the first time since March and had nine points in 21 minutes as the Sixers escaped with a win over the Clippers.

LeBron practices; questionable to play vs. Jazz

LeBron James practiced in full with the Lakers for the first time this season as he closes in on a return from sciatica.

Grizzlies' Morant (calf) to miss at least 2 weeks

The Grizzlies announced Monday that star guard Ja Morant suffered a Grade 1 right calf strain in the first quarter of Saturday's loss at Cleveland and will miss at least two weeks.

Sources: Clippers' Jones out at least 6 weeks

Clippers forward Derrick Jones Jr. sustained a sprained MCL in his right knee and will be reevaluated in six weeks, sources said.

🏀 30 teams, seven tiers: How league stacks up

ESPN's Zach Kram and Kevin Pelton sort NBA teams into seven tiers based on outlook for success at the end of the regular season and beyond.