Doc Rivers denounces D.C. riot: 'Could you imagine if those were all Black people'
“I’ll say it because I don’t think a lot of people want to: Could you imagine today if those were all Black people storming the Capitol and what would have happened,” Rivers asked following Wednesday's riots.
“I’ll say it because I don’t think a lot of people want to: Could you imagine today if those were all Black people storming the Capitol and what would have happened,” Rivers asked following Wednesday's riots.
Suns drain 21 3-pointers, beat Raptors 123-115
The Suns have won five of their past six and improved to 6-2, which is tied for tops in the Western Conference with the Los Angeles Lakers.
The Suns have won five of their past six and improved to 6-2, which is tied for tops in the Western Conference with the Los Angeles Lakers.
George scores 39 points, Clippers hold off Suns 112-107
At 5-2, the Clippers are tied with the Suns and Los Angeles Lakers for the West lead.
At 5-2, the Clippers are tied with the Suns and Los Angeles Lakers for the West lead.
NBA Hall of Famer, Phoenix Suns legend Paul Westphal dies at age 70
Paul Westphal, known as "Westy," was a prominent Valley icon and joined the NBA Hall of Fame back in 2019. He was diagnosed with brain cancer in August 2020.
Paul Westphal, known as "Westy," was a prominent Valley icon and joined the NBA Hall of Fame back in 2019. He was diagnosed with brain cancer in August 2020.
Booker scores 25, Suns overwhelm Jazz for 106-95 victory
Phoenix held Utah to 41.7% shooting from the field and forced 13 turnovers. Offensively, the Suns shot a sizzling 51.5% from 3-point range and made 17 3-pointers overall.
Phoenix held Utah to 41.7% shooting from the field and forced 13 turnovers. Offensively, the Suns shot a sizzling 51.5% from 3-point range and made 17 3-pointers overall.
Becky Hammon becomes first woman to coach NBA team
Assistant coach Becky Hammon took over the San Antonio Spurs in the second quarter after coach Gregg Popovich was ejected in a 121-107 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers.
Assistant coach Becky Hammon took over the San Antonio Spurs in the second quarter after coach Gregg Popovich was ejected in a 121-107 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers.
Crowder scores season-high 21, Suns blow out Pelicans 111-86
Jae Crowder scored a season-high 21 points, Cameron Johnson added 18 and the Suns showed off their newfound depth by rolling to a 111-86 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on the night of Def. 29.
Jae Crowder scored a season-high 21 points, Cameron Johnson added 18 and the Suns showed off their newfound depth by rolling to a 111-86 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on the night of Def. 29.
Suns use 2 big 2nd-half runs to beat Kings 116-100
Devin Booker added 20 points, five rebounds and five assists, and Deandre Ayton had 11 points and 15 rebounds for the Suns, a night after a 106-103 loss in the opener of the two-game set in Sacramento.
Devin Booker added 20 points, five rebounds and five assists, and Deandre Ayton had 11 points and 15 rebounds for the Suns, a night after a 106-103 loss in the opener of the two-game set in Sacramento.
We The South: Raptors settling into their Tampa home
Just like last year, the Toronto Raptors are opening the season at home, against the New Orleans Pelicans, and every available ticket for the game has been sold. It’s exactly the same. And entirely different.
Just like last year, the Toronto Raptors are opening the season at home, against the New Orleans Pelicans, and every available ticket for the game has been sold. It’s exactly the same. And entirely different.
Shaquille O'Neal delivers holiday gifts to children in Georgia
NBA great Shaquille O'Neal played the role of jolly Saint Nick to surprise some children in Henry County.
NBA great Shaquille O'Neal played the role of jolly Saint Nick to surprise some children in Henry County.
NBA investigating Clippers, Jerry West over Kawhi Leonard signing
NBA legend Jerry West and the Los Angeles Clippers are under investigation after a man claimed the organization owes him $2.5 million in an agreement that led to the signing of 2019 NBA Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard.
NBA legend Jerry West and the Los Angeles Clippers are under investigation after a man claimed the organization owes him $2.5 million in an agreement that led to the signing of 2019 NBA Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard.
Bay Area artist paints picture of LeBron James for Time magazine
It's been a good month for 14-year-old Tyler Gordon of San Jose. Last month, he received a phone call from Vice President-elect Kamala Harris, after she saw a viral video of him, painting a portrait of her.
It's been a good month for 14-year-old Tyler Gordon of San Jose. Last month, he received a phone call from Vice President-elect Kamala Harris, after she saw a viral video of him, painting a portrait of her.
Phoenix Suns: Fans will not be able to attend games in person for start of 2020-2021 NBA season
As the COVID-19 pandemic worsens in Arizona, officials with the Phoenix Suns say they will not allow fans to attend games, in person, for the start of this year's NBA season due to health and safety concerns.
As the COVID-19 pandemic worsens in Arizona, officials with the Phoenix Suns say they will not allow fans to attend games, in person, for the start of this year's NBA season due to health and safety concerns.
Wolves star Karl-Anthony Towns says he's lost 7 close family members to COVID-19
Karl-Anthony Towns revealed Friday the devastation COVID-19 has caused his family in recent months.
Karl-Anthony Towns revealed Friday the devastation COVID-19 has caused his family in recent months.
Houston Rockets agree to trade Russell Westbrook for John Wall, first round pick
Westbrook played 57 games with the Rockets last season, averaging 27.2 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 7.0 assists per game.
Westbrook played 57 games with the Rockets last season, averaging 27.2 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 7.0 assists per game.
LeBron James signs $85 million extension for two more years with the Lakers
LeBron James will be wearing a Laker uniform through the 2022-23 season under a contract extension announced Wednesday.
LeBron James will be wearing a Laker uniform through the 2022-23 season under a contract extension announced Wednesday.
Michael Jordan donates $2M from 'Last Dance' proceeds to Feeding America
Chicago Bulls and NBA legend Michael Jordan donated $2 million to the nationwide hunger-relief charity, Feeding America.
Chicago Bulls and NBA legend Michael Jordan donated $2 million to the nationwide hunger-relief charity, Feeding America.
NBA moves Indianapolis' All-Star weekend to 2024
Indianapolis will host the NBA All-Star weekend in 2024, the league said Wednesday, formally rescheduling the plans for that city to be the site of the league’s midseason showcase this season.
Indianapolis will host the NBA All-Star weekend in 2024, the league said Wednesday, formally rescheduling the plans for that city to be the site of the league’s midseason showcase this season.
NBA players, Pope Francis discuss social justice at Vatican
Five NBA players have met with Pope Francis at the Vatican to discuss social justice. Marco Belinelli, Sterling Brown, Jonathan Isaac, Kyle Korver and Anthony Tolliver were joined in the audience Monday by NBA players' union union executive director Michele Roberts.
Five NBA players have met with Pope Francis at the Vatican to discuss social justice. Marco Belinelli, Sterling Brown, Jonathan Isaac, Kyle Korver and Anthony Tolliver were joined in the audience Monday by NBA players' union union executive director Michele Roberts.
Warriors' Klay Thompson expected to miss season with Achilles tear
Thompson tore his Achilles during a workout on Wednesday in Southern California.
Thompson tore his Achilles during a workout on Wednesday in Southern California.