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Wolves spoil Jokic's 61-point triple-double in 2OT
The Timberwolves overcame a career- and NBA-best 61-point triple-double performance from Nikola Jokic to outlast the Nuggets 140-139 in double overtime on Tuesday night.[read more]
NBA suspends 5 players for Pistons-Wolves scuffle
Detroit's Isaiah Stewart, Marcus Sasser and Ron Holland II and Minnesota's Donte DiVincenzo and Naz Reid were all suspended for their roles in Sunday's skirmish.[read more]
'Icon' Bibby thankful to be at Sacramento State
Former Sacramento Kings guard Mike Bibby, 46, formally took over on Tuesday as coach at Sacramento State, and he appears ready to lead the Hornets back into contention in the Big Sky Conference right away after they finished 7-25 last season.[read more]
Suns hopeful KD back before regular season's end
Kevin Durant isn't expected to join the Suns on their road trip after spraining his left ankle Sunday, coach Mike Budenholzer said Tuesday, adding that he's hopeful the 11-time all-NBA forward will return before the end of the regular season.[read more]
Budenholzer back in Milwaukee, calls run 'great'
In his return there Tuesday night, Mike Budenholzer reflected on his time in Milwaukee as "a great five years," even though it ended with his firing following an upset playoff loss to the Heat in 2023.[read more]
Bucks catch fire, shoot highest FG% this century
The Bucks snapped a four-game skid by shooting 68.9% from the field Tuesday night against the Suns, the highest single-game percentage by any team this century.[read more]
Curry drops 52 in wild win vs. Grizz: 'Tank is full'
Stephen Curry had 52 points and 12 3-pointers as the Warriors held on for a wild 134-125 win over the Grizzlies on Tuesday night.[read more]
Waiver wire pickups: Look to these players getting big minutes
The fantasy basketball waiver wire always has players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add this week.[read more]
'Nokia': Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes cameo in Drake music video
The Oklahoma City Thunder guard appeared with his signature shoes in the hit song's music video.[read more]
NBA coaching carousel: What's next for the Grizzlies and Kings jobs?
Which situations are the most appealing? Tim Bontemps breaks down the vacancies.[read more]