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The NBA season is here! Expert picks for East, West and NBA champs
Is OKC destined to repeat? Can anyone in the East mount a challenge? Who wins the MVP? Our experts weigh in.[read more]

Betting buzz: Impact of LeBron James' injury on Lakers' spread, win total
A closer look at how much LeBron James' injury, which is causing him to miss the early part of the NBA season, is impacting betting on the Lakers.[read more]

NBA betting preview: Thunder lead loaded West; Flagg in a class of his own
Doug Greenberg explores the NBA betting storylines heading into the season, including the Thunder as heavy favorites and how sportsbooks are handling Cooper Flagg.[read more]

The NBA is here! Live updates from the Thunder-Rockets season opener
The champs are hosting Kevin Durant on ring night. Keep it here for the latest updates, including insider analysis and takeaways.[read more]

MJ 'aftermarket' card sets record with $2.7M sale
A signed 1986 Fleer Michael Jordan rookie card has sold in a private sale for $2.7 million, a record for a card with an "aftermarket" signature.[read more]

Kleber out at least 2 weeks with oblique strain
The Lakers will open the season missing some frontcourt depth as backup big man Maxi Kleber has an oblique strain and will be reevaluated in approximately two weeks.[read more]

Hart, Robinson to sit out Knicks' opener vs. Cavs
The Knicks will be without Josh Hart and Mitchell Robinson for Wednesday night's season opener against the Cavaliers.[read more]

✍ Grading 50-plus deal, including KD's extension
Kevin Pelton breaks down the most impactful signings, including Kevin Durant reaching a extension with the Rockets.[read more]

OKC massive betting favorite to defend NBA title
The Thunder are commanding betting favorites to win another championship, listed at 2-1 at ESPN BET -- the shortest preseason title odds since the Warriors in 2017-18.[read more]

Pacers extend Nesmith on 2-year, $40.4M deal
Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith agreed to a two-year, $40.4 million contract extension with the franchise through the 2028-29 season.[read more]