Shaq rejects celebrity status: 'These people are out of their freaking mind'
NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal wants to be remembered for his kindness instead.
Lakers front office reveals players' vaccination statuses for NBA Opening Night
Purple, Gold and vaccinated. The Lakers front office revealed the vaccination statuses of LeBron James, Anthony Davis and the rest of the team for the team's opening night.
Ex-NBA star Cedric Ceballos dealing with scary post-COVID complications
"Hello family and friends, giving a UPDATE on my health situation….. I am COVID-19 free, thank you so very much for your prayers and well wishes to help me with that. I still CAN NOT breathe, walk or function on my own yet," Ceballos tweeted.
Los Angeles Lakers welcome back NBA veteran Rajon Rondo
The Los Angeles Lakers announced Tuesday they have agreed to a deal with 15-year NBA veteran Rajon Rondo.
NBA vaccine mandate: All personnel interacting with players, referees required to be vaccinated
The NBA sent a memo to its clubs Friday informing them all team personnel who will be near players and referees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 this season.
Former Laker Jared Dudley retires, joins Dallas Mavericks' coaching staff
Former Lakers forward Jared Dudley has retired as a player for the NBA and will become an assistant coach with the Dallas Mavericks under new head coach Jason Kidd, it was announced Tuesday.
Kobe Bryant Day 2021: Celebrating Mamba's legacy in LA, OC, and worldwide
Aug. 24 marks Kobe Bryant Day to commemorate one of the biggest icons in sports history.
Athletes, celebrities honor Kobe Bryant on what would've been his 43rd birthday
The legendary Kobe Bryant was many things including a #GirlDad, husband, coach, creator, and Academy Award winner. See how the Hall of Famer is being honored on social media on what would've been his 43rd birthday.
Kevin Durant and Draymond Green address their infamous dispute
Kevin Durant told Draymond Green that Coach Steve Kerr and Warriors management had more to do with the team's breakup than an infamous argument between the two players.
US men's basketball team beats France for 4th straight Olympic gold
The U.S. men held off France 87-82 on Saturday to win the title at the Tokyo Games — ending a summer that started with sputters but closed with celebration.
Chris Paul gets more chances to bring Suns, and himself, a title
Phoenix is bringing back the veteran point guard on a four-year deal that could be worth up to $120 million, a person with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated Press on August 2.
Chris Paul signs 4-year, $120M deal with Phoenix Suns
Chris Paul is returning to the Phoenix Suns with a four-year deal worth up to $120 million.
Suns take Day’Ron Sharpe, trade rights to Nets
The 6-foot-4 Shamet averaged 9.3 points per game last season for Brooklyn and shot 38.7% from 3-point range and 40.8% from the field. He is expected to be Phoenix’s backup shooting guard behind Devin Booker.
Pelicans' Jaxson Hayes arrested, hospitalized following physical altercation with LAPD officers
New Orleans Pelicans center Jaxson Hayes was arrested and hospitalized following an altercation with LAPD officers in Woodland Hills. According to the department, the incident may have involved force being applied to Hayes’ neck.
COVID-19 vaccine should be mandatory for NBA players, Charles Barkley says
"The only people who are not vaccinated are just a--holes," Barkley said via CNBC.com.
Playful banter: Bucks billboard goes up in Phoenix
Two Milwaukee Bucks season ticket holders purchased the digital billboard in Phoenix as a way to send love and respect to the Suns fans.
Suns fan donates to Wisconsin charity, notes Milwaukee generosity
A Phoenix Suns fan who was in town made a sizable donation to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin this week. That donation came with a touching note.
Milwaukee Bucks championship parade; fans turn out by thousands
Thousands of people poured into downtown streets on Thursday to catch a glimpse of the Milwaukee Bucks in a parade that celebrates the city’s first NBA championship in half a century.