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Curry speaks during an interview on SportsCenter following the Warriors' win Wednesday.

Steph Curry Tells Everyone With ‘Twitter Fingers’ to ‘Shut Up’ After Warriors’ Win

Stephen Curry is tired of hearing about trades the Warriors need to make.

Curry speaks during an interview on SportsCenter following the Warriors' win Wednesday.

Steph Curry Tells Everyone With ‘Twitter Fingers’ to ‘Shut Up’ After Warriors’ Win

Stephen Curry is tired of hearing about trades the Warriors need to make.

James poses for a photo with a young Lakers fan after Wednesday's game.

LeBron James Shared Such an Awesome Moment With Young Lakers Fan Sitting Court-Side

LeBron James shared a heartwarming moment with a young Lakers fan after the team's win vs. the Heat.

San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul (3) speaks with center Victor Wembanyama (1) during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at Frost Bank Center.

Chris Paul Showed All His Basketball IQ By Outsourcing Work to Victor Wembanyama

Clever move to set up a jump ball.

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen is a great prop target on Thursday night.

Peter’s Points: NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Jarrett Allen, Norman Powell, Amen Thompson)

Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey breaks down his favorite bets for the NBA action on Thursday, Jan. 16, including a pick for Jarrett Allen.

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Nikola Jokic is averaging 30.6 points, 13.2 rebounds, and 9.9 assists per game during the 2024-25 season.

Nikola Jokic Suffered Elbow Injury in Warmups, Missed Nuggets' Loss to Rockets

Jalen Brunson scored 38 points against the Philadelphia 76ers Wednesday night.

Jalen Brunson Defends Karl-Anthony Towns Wearing Eagles Sweater to Knicks-76ers Game

Ja Morant dunks on Victor Wembanyama after the whistle was blown in the Grizzlies-Spurs game Wednesday.

Ja Morant Threw Down Emphatic Slam Over Victor Wembanyama, Only It Didn't Count

Dec 17, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver presents the trophy to the Milwaukee Bucks after they won the Emirates NBA Cup championship game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Adam Silver Promises Change to Combat NBA's Three-Point Problem

Indiana Pacers guard Mathurin (00) reacts to receiving a technical foul Tuesday during a game between the Indiana Pacers and the Cleveland Cavaliers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

NBA Makes Decision on Suspension for Pacers' Bennedict Mathurin Following Three Technical Game

Memphis Grizzlies' center Zach Edey dunks on San Antonio Spurs' phenom Victor Wembanyama.

Zach Edey Effortlessly Dunks Over Victor Wembanyama During Grizzlies-Spurs Clash

Charlotte Hornets center Nick Richards looks to pass the ball.

Suns Acquire New Center in Two-Player Swap With Hornets

Cleveland guard Donovan Mitchell drives to the basket against Oklahoma City forward Kenrich Williams during their game earlier this month.

NBA Midseason Predictions: MVP, Coach of the Year, Finals Matchup and More

Udonis Haslem before his jersey retirement in 2024.

Udonis Haslem Offers Telling Comment on Feud Between Heat, Jimmy Butler

Jason Kelce, LeBron James and Travis Kelce talk on the "New Heights" podcast.

LeBron James Shares Hopes for Cavaliers After 'Amazing' Start to Season

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama on Jan 4, 2025.

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama Sad to See Jersey From Viral Swap Up for Auction

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James and son Bronny James warm up before a game.

LeBron James Ranks Where Playing With Son Bronny Sits Among Career Accomplishments

Jason Kelce, LeBron James, and Travis Kelce during an episode of 'New Heights.'

LeBron James Reveals the One Time He Seriously Considered a Stint in the NFL

An overview of the Thunder's 101–93 win over the Lakers on Nov. 29, 2024.

NBA Announces New Dates for Nine Games Due to Wildfires, Winter Weather Postponements

LeBron James was a guest on this week's New Heights episode with Jason and Travis Kelce.

LeBron James Makes Honest NSFW Admission About NFL Dominating NBA on Christmas Day

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One Twitter user's decade-old tweet about LeBron James has been proven wrong.

LeBron James Has Great Reaction to Famous Tweet

Oklahoma guard Jeremiah Fears has played his way into serious one-and-done consideration.

NBA Draft Big Board: Risers and Fallers Early in College Hoops Conference Play

Charles Barkley has nothing to do with NBA ratings.

The All-Time Dumbest Take on Declining NBA Ratings

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace, left, and forward Jalen Williams celebrate after a play against the Boston Celtics.

Thunder Make Statement in Comeback Win Over Celtics

Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat are no longer a good fit.

Jimmy Butler, Heat Divorce Could Get Messy

The Heat are reportedly considering trading Butler despite sitting at fifth place in the Eastern Conference.

Breaking Down Four Potential Jimmy Butler Trade Destinations?

SGA (2) has OKC atop the West.

SI:AM | MVP Candidate Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Has the Thunder Rolling

LeBron James celebrates during a Los Angeles Lakers game in 2018.

LeBron James Turns 40: Greatest Moments in Legendary Career

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid passes the ball against Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown.

Sixers Outlast Celtics in Needed Victory for Season Starting to Turn Around

LeBron James has played on Christmas Day more than any player in NBA history, but his 2010 performance with the Heat stands out.

Five Best NBA Christmas Day Performances From Wilt Chamberlain to LeBron James

Brown and the Celtics finally broke through to win the NBA Finals after years of falling short in the playoffs.

Jaylen Brown Reached the NBA Mountaintop in 2024. Now, He's Thinking Bigger.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo celebrates with the trophy and teammates after winning the NBA Cup on Tuesday.

Bucks Make Statement in Rolling to NBA Cup Title

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo posted five consecutive 30-point games heading into the NBA Cup Final against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

NBA Cup Final Preview: Three Big Questions That Will Decide Bucks-Thunder

Lillard, left, scored 11 of the Bucks' final 13 points in their 114–109 win over the Magic.

NBA Cup Quarterfinals Takeaways: Bucks’ Stars Shine, Thunder Defense Suffocates?

Flagg is the top NBA draft prospect a month into the college basketball season.

NBA Draft Big Board: Three Blue Devils in Top 10, Rutgers’ Dylan Harper, Ace Bailey Near Top

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Jan 14, 2025; Portland, Oregon, USA; Brooklyn Nets point guard Ben Simmons (10) drives to the basket against Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (23) during the first half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-Imagn Images

Blazers Notes: Unfortunate Injury Update, Wildfire Schedule Changes, Deandre Ayton Trade Proposal

Jan 13, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) drives to the basket as Washington Wizards forward Alexandre Sarr (20) defends in the third quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Wizards Center Named Top Rookie

Apr 13, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Kobe Bryant (24) smiles as he addresses the crowd after the Lakers defeat of the Utah Jazz in the final game of his career at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

Former Lakers Rival Believes Kobe Bryant Should Be in GOAT Discussion

Mar 7, 2023; New York, New York, USA; Charlotte Hornets center Nick Richards (4) rebounds in front of New York Knicks center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Knicks Trade Target Nick Richards Sent to Phoenix

Feb 15, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (00) gets past Utah Jazz forward John Collins (20) and shoots during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-Imagn Images

NBA Rumors: Warriors Inquired About Trade for Jazz Veteran

Jan 29, 2018; Dallas, TX, USA; Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside (21) and forward Josh Richardson (0) react during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Miami Heat Announce Return of Popular Original Vice Jerseys

Jan 15, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (0) looks on during warmups prior to the game against the Orlando Magic at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Bucks Notes: Damian Lillard in EuroLeague, Khris Middleton Injury Update, Exciting Trade Odds

Jan 14, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Bennedict Mathurin (00) handles the ball in the second half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Pacers Notes: Star Player Ejected, Rookie Recalled From G league, $51M Trade Proposal

Dec 27, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic (20) walks off the court after being punched by Dallas Mavericks forward Naji Marshall (not pictured) at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Hornets refused to include Cody Martin, Jusuf Nurkic in Nick Richards trade with Suns