NBA

Sources: Lillard reaches deal to return to Blazers

Nine-time NBA All-Star Damian Lillard agreed to a three-year, $42 million contract to return to the Trail Blazers, sources told ESPN on Thursday.[read more]

💗 Klay Thompson, Megan Thee Stallion step out

The NBA star and Grammy Award-winning rapper made their red carpet debut at her inaugural Pete & Thomas Foundation Gala.[read more]

Valanciunas 'excited' to be a Nugget, exec says

Nuggets officials confirmed Friday that they expect Jonas Valanciunas to be with the team when the season starts amid speculation he may join Greek EuroLeague club team Panathinaikos.[read more]

Beal officially signs with Clippers after Suns buyout

Bradley Beal has officially signed with the Clippers, the team announced Friday, after agreeing to a contract buyout with the Suns.[read more]

Docs: Bettor placed 30 wagers on Rozier unders

A professional bettor placed 30 wagers in 46 minutes, all involving Terry Rozier in a 2023 NBA game, according to documents obtained by ESPN that reveal new details about the suspicious betting under scrutiny by federal investigators.[read more]

76ers' George has arthroscopic knee surgery

Philadelphia 76ers star Paul George underwent an arthroscopic procedure on his left knee Monday to treat an injury suffered during a recent workout.[read more]

Sources: Mavericks center Lively has foot surgery

Mavericks center Dereck Lively II has undergone surgery to clean up bone spurs in his right foot but is expected to be healthy for camp.[read more]

Pelicans' Queen has surgery, out at least 3 months

Pelicans rookie Derik Queen is likely to miss at least the start of training camp after having surgery Friday to repair a torn ligament in his left wrist.[read more]

Grading 30-plus NBA deals, including Damian Lillard's Portland reunion

Kevin Pelton breaks down the most impactful signings, including the Blazers bringing back franchise icon Damian Lillard.[read more]

NBA summer league standouts: Flagg, Harper, Hansen and surprise stars

From Cooper Flagg to veteran players, Kevin Pelton hands out superlatives for 2025 NBA summer league.[read more]