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Duke is back on top of the AP men’s college basketball poll following a win against Michigan. The victory moved the Blue Devils into the No. 1 spot in the latest rankings.
Duke moved to No. 1 in the latest AP Top 25 after a win over Michigan. Arizona also climbed back into the top two following its victory against Houston.
A grand jury returned a no-bill in the case involving former NBA guard Patrick Beverley. Beverley had been arrested last fall in what police described as a "family violence" incident.
Russell Westbrook scored 25 points as Sacramento ended a franchise-worst 16-game losing streak. The Kings earned a 123-114 road win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night.
San Antonio extended its winning streak to nine straight with a defensive-minded victory over Detroit. The matchup was framed as a potential NBA Finals preview as the Spurs continued their strong run.
Utah center Jusuf Nurkic will have nose surgery this week and will miss the remainder of the season. The Jazz will finish the year without the veteran big man in the middle.
Dejounte Murray is expected to return Tuesday after a ruptured Achilles. New Orleans will host Golden State in his anticipated first game back.
Hall of Fame finalist Marques Johnson marked another birthday the way he often does: with a dunk. The longtime NBA standout continued his annual tradition with another emphatic finish.
Charles Bediako’s eligibility case took another turn with his latest appeal being denied. The most recent action involved a motion to the Alabama Supreme Court.
Kevin Durant told ESPN he intends to suit up for the United States at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. The veteran star also addressed criticism aimed at U.S. basketball.
The Phoenix Suns will be without guard Dillon Brooks for four to six weeks as he recovers from a broken left hand. The injury leaves the Suns short-handed in the backcourt for the next month-plus.
Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. and Miami Heat forward Myron Gardner were each fined $35,000 by the NBA on Monday. The league cited their scuffle during a game over the weekend.
With the fantasy season entering its final stretch, the waiver wire can still provide key help. Three widely available options to consider this week are Melton, Wallace and Raynaud.
A proposed tweak to the NBA’s incentives would shift the focus of the standings to games played after the All-Star break. The concept aims to reduce the value of late-season losing by making only post-break wins count.
USA Basketball is in a transitional moment as it looks ahead to the 2028 Olympic cycle. With international competition continuing to deepen, roster construction and continuity remain central topics for the program.
With the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles looming, USA Basketball is entering a new chapter. A new era brings a new coach and a fresh set of decisions that will shape the program’s next cycle.
Jaylen Brown powered Boston past Los Angeles on Sunday, then drew praise from the opposing side of the rivalry. LeBron James endorsed Brown’s place in the MVP conversation following the Celtics’ win.
Indiana Pacers point guard Tyrese Haliburton has been diagnosed with shingles. Coach Rick Carlisle said Sunday that Haliburton will be away from the team for a few weeks.
The Lakers unveiled a statue of legendary coach Pat Riley outside Crypto.com Arena on Sunday. The sculpture depicts Riley wearing an Armani suit.
Nikola Jokic delivered a massive 35-point, 20-rebound, 12-assist triple-double, but Denver fell 128-117 to Golden State on Sunday afternoon. The Warriors earned the win despite being without their four highest-paid players.
Trail Blazers guard Deni Avdija exited Sunday’s victory over the Phoenix Suns after his lower back issue flared up. Avdija has been dealing with the problem for weeks.
Chicago guard Anfernee Simons will receive additional imaging on his injured left wrist on Monday. Coach Billy Donovan said Simons is also scheduled to see a hand specialist.
The NBA offseason is set to revolve around major roster decisions and franchise-defining priorities. A new rundown highlights 10 storylines, including the futures of LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo and how several marquee teams approach the months ahead.
The latest MVP straw poll has Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic leading the updated results. With multiple top candidates at risk of falling short of the NBA’s 65-game minimum, availability is becoming a defining factor in the race.
A year after a blood clot ended Victor Wembanyama’s season, the Spurs are headed back to the playoffs with their franchise centerpiece on the floor. Even with the rapid rise, Wembanyama has pushed back on the idea that the team is ahead of schedule.
No. 4 Arizona halted a two-game slide with a 75-68 win over BYU. AJ Dybantsa poured in 35 points for the Cougars, but Arizona did enough to secure the result.
Darius Acuff Jr. delivered one of the season’s biggest scoring performances with 49 points, but Arkansas came up short against Alabama. Acuff had the ball for the final shot as the Razorbacks’ comeback bid ended in overtime.
Josh Hubbard drilled a Mississippi State record 10 3-pointers and scored a career-high 46 points. The Bulldogs overcame a blown 18-point lead to beat Auburn 91-85.
Stephen Curry will miss Golden State’s first game out of the All-Star break Thursday night against Boston, with no clear timetable for his return. The matchup also comes with Boston set to welcome Kristaps Porzingis for his debut.
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant will remain out for at least two additional weeks. He is continuing his recovery from a sprained ulnar collateral ligament in his left elbow suffered Jan. 21.
