Expert basketball coverage from around the world
A new tiered look at the NCAA tournament landscape separates the field into clear groups, from national title favorites to potential bracket-busters. The breakdown highlights three top-tier contenders, nine additional Final Four-level threats, and dozens more capable of winning games in March.
Koa Peat scored 21 points as top-ranked Arizona beat rival Arizona State 87-74 on Saturday. The win pushed the Wildcats to a school-record 22 consecutive victories to begin the season.
Former UCLA standout Amari Bailey is seeking a return to college basketball after appearing in 10 NBA games with the Charlotte Hornets in 2023-24. Bailey has hired both an agent and a lawyer as he prepares to challenge his NCAA eligibility status.
Roster decisions often come down to timing: when to stay patient with a slump and when to act on a rising role. Here’s a concise framework for evaluating struggling and ascending players, including Domantas Sabonis and others in similar situations.
Fantasy analyst Eric Karabell reviewed what to expect from several high-profile players, including Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo. The piece focuses on managing expectations and monitoring usage and availability as the season unfolds.
With a superstar sidelined and key rotation pieces gone, Boston was widely expected to slip into the play-in picture. Instead, the Celtics retooled quickly, stabilizing a roster that looked fractured on paper.
With reports circulating about a possible Giannis Antetokounmpo-to-Golden State scenario, Draymond Green said he isn’t losing sleep over what it could mean for his future. Green emphasized he has “no reason to sit and worry,” while acknowledging that trades are part of the NBA business.
Warriors star Stephen Curry did not return for the second half of Friday night’s game against the Detroit Pistons. Golden State ruled him out with right knee soreness.
Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George has been suspended without pay for 25 games. George said the discipline stems from taking what he described as “improper medication.”
Kansas shooting guard Darryn Peterson and BYU forward AJ Dybantsa are viewed as the leading candidates to go first in the upcoming NBA draft. A poll of NBA evaluators offers an early snapshot of how the top of the board is shaping up.
Florida’s center is being introduced to a wider audience with a profile that highlights the daily realities of playing at a historic height. The story details the physical demands — from size 20 shoes to consuming more than 5,000 calories a day — that come with his unique stature.
After two years of internal buy-in, Kawhi Leonard has embraced a new way of playing that’s elevating the LA Clippers. The shift has helped turn Los Angeles into one of the league’s hottest teams in a crowded Western Conference race.
Illinois climbed in the latest power rankings following a dominant victory over Purdue. The performance reinforced the Illini’s standing as one of the teams trending up at the right time.
LeBron James was brought to tears by a Cavaliers video tribute on Wednesday night. He said he has not decided on his future, but acknowledged the game “very well could” have been his last in Cleveland.
Several teams have made trade offers for Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo as the NBA trade deadline approaches. ESPN reports the New York Knicks, Miami Heat, Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors are among the clubs involved.
Celtics All-Star forward Jayson Tatum said he has not decided whether he will return this season following a torn Achilles tendon. Speaking to ESPN, Tatum emphasized his focus is on getting the rehab process right.
The NBA has set new dates for four games after a winter storm affected the Memphis and Dallas areas. The league’s adjustments aim to accommodate teams impacted by weather-related complications.
Houston Rockets center Steven Adams has undergone surgery on his left ankle, ending his season. Adams is averaging 8.6 rebounds this year, according to ESPN.
A game-worn home white Sacramento Kings jersey from Jason Williams’ rookie season has sold in a private transaction for $140,000. According to ESPN, it is the highest price paid for any Williams item to date.
ESPN’s NBA insiders updated their rankings of all 30 teams with the 2026 trade deadline one week away. The latest board frames where each club stands heading into a key stretch of the season.
With the trade deadline one week away, Golden State’s reported interest in Giannis Antetokounmpo has become a focal point of league-wide discussion. The central issue, per ESPN, is not only whether the Warriors can construct a deal, but also whether Antetokounmpo would want a move.
The Wizards say four-time All-Star Trae Young was not acquired to serve as the organization’s franchise centerpiece. Instead, Washington views Young’s role as helping develop former No. 2 pick Alex Sarr, whom the team believes can become its next cornerstone.
A new top-50 ranking of men’s college basketball players places Cameron Boozer at No. 1, with the top two spots described as clear-cut. Beyond that, the list opens up, with the remaining order shaped by performances to date.
ESPN’s Bobby Marks compiled a team-by-team guide to the NBA trade deadline, outlining the key players, draft picks and organizational priorities to track across the league. The overview is designed as a roadmap to each franchise’s resources and decision points as the deadline approaches.
With Milwaukee opening trade talks involving Giannis Antetokounmpo, the league-wide focus shifts to which franchises can realistically assemble a deal. ESPN outlines how roster talent, draft capital and contract structure shape what the other 29 teams can put on the table.
ESPN reports the Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is currently injured, have reached what the outlet describes as a potential breaking point. The report outlines what is known about the situation and the trade-related questions now surrounding Milwaukee.
Boston now holds the NBA’s third-shortest championship odds, reflecting a notable move in the futures market. In the MVP race, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues to create more separation from the field.
A former NBA player is connected to an FBI investigation into an alleged point-shaving and wire-fraud conspiracy. ESPN reported the probe involves 26 individuals.
