NBA Basketball 3d Briefing
×NBA Power Rankings
The latest NBA Power Rankings were released espn.com after the All-Star break, giving fans a glimpse of where all 30 teams stand. The Timberwolves' potential rise is a key storyline.
Kobe Bryant's Legacy
Nike's early plans for a "Black Mamba" campaign didn't initially espn.com feature Kobe Bryant.
Game Results
The Lakers lost to the Magic espn.com 110-109 on Tuesday due to a missed play.
Player Returns and Injuries
Dejounte Murray espn.com returned for the Pelicans Tuesday, scoring 13 points. Jalen Johnson espn.com of the Hawks exited a game with a hip injury. The Bulls' Anfernee Simons espn.com is still dealing with a wrist fracture. Shaedon Sharpe espn.com will be re-evaluated in four to six weeks. Deni Avdija espn.com left a game with a lower back issue. Tyrese Haliburton espn.com was diagnosed with shingles.
Team Dynamics
Coach Kenny Atkinson noted the "renewed confidence" that James Harden espn.com has brought to the Cavaliers. The Hawks have started CJ Mc Collum over former No. 1 pick Zaccharie Risacher espn.com. Coby White espn.com made his Hornets debut.
Lakers Organization
Lon Rosen confirmed espn.com that Rob Pelinka will remain in his role as Lakers GM.
Debut Performances
Jonathan Kuminga shined in his debut espn.com for the Hawks.
Trae Young's Return
Trae Young espn.com returned to Atlanta.
Pacers Controversy
Rick Carlisle espn.com questioned the NBA's process for the Pacers' fine.
Kings' Victory
The Kings ended a losing streak espn.com with a win.
Legal Matters
A grand jury didn't indict espn.com Patrick Beverley in an assault case.
Spurs' Performance
The Spurs won their ninth straight espn.com game.
Jazz News
Jusuf Nurkic espn.com will undergo nose surgery and miss the rest of the season.
Fantasy Basketball
Consider adding Melton, Wallace and Raynaud espn.com to your fantasy team.
Future Plans
Kevin Durant espn.com plans to play in the 2028 Summer Games.
USA Basketball
USA Basketball espn.com looks ahead to the 2028 Olympics.
Player Praise
Le Bron James espn.com endorsed Jaylen Brown for MVP.
Statue Unveiling
The Lakers unveiled a statue espn.com of Pat Riley.
Individual Performances
Nikola Jokic had a triple-double espn.com in a Nuggets loss. Neemias Queta espn.com threw down a dunk over Luka Doncic.
Grizzlies Scuffle
Scotty Pippen Jr. and Myron Gardner were fined espn.com for a scuffle.
Coaching Changes
The NBA has announced a new era for USA basketball.
Upcoming Games
The Warriors played the Nuggets espn.com without Porzingis and Green.
Memphis Kings
The Kings ended a 16-game skid.