NBA Basketball

Sources: Bucks' Lillard expected back in G2 or G3

Bucks star Damian Lillard is expected to return for Game 2 or Game 3 of Milwaukee's first-round playoff series against the Pacers, sources told ESPN.

Ja braves 'difficult' injury, leads Grizz into playoffs

Ja Morant acknowledged his sprained right ankle was "more difficult than others" but scored 22 points to lead the Grizzlies past the Mavericks 120-106 to secure the No. 8 seed in the Western Conference playoffs.

Mavs proud as 'tumultuous' year ends in play-in

Klay Thompson said the Mavericks "persevered" through a season ravaged by injuries and the shocking trade of Luka Doncic, one that came to an end with a 120-106 play-in loss to the Grizzlies.

'It's just sad': Luka weighs in on Harrison's talk

Luka Doncic says he still hasn't spoken to Nico Harrison since being traded to the Lakers but has heard what the Mavericks general manager has said in justifying his reasoning for the deal.

'Battle-tested' Heat make play-in history as 10-seed

The Heat regrouped after losing an early lead to beat the Hawks 123-114 and make NBA play-in tournament history.

Top international prospect Gonzalez enters draft

Spanish wing Hugo Gonzalez, a projected first-round pick, will enter the 2025 NBA draft, his agents told ESPN.

Source: Popovich out of hospital after incident

Spurs coach Gregg Popovich was taken to a hospital after an incident at a restaurant Tuesday but is now home and doing fine, a source confirmed to ESPN.

Lakers sign Pelinka to extension, add to his title

The Lakers have signed Rob Pelinka to a multiyear contract extension and added to his title by naming him president of basketball operations and general manager.

Offseason preview: Guides for all teams

NBA front office insider Bobby Marks breaks down the summer priorities and needs for every eliminated team.