Jimmy Butler won't extend with Miami Heat or any trading team, focusing on a strong 2024-25 season to boost free agency value, with a $52.4M option for 2025.
After taking some time off in Miami, the NBA champions, Boston Celtics, arrived back in New England for their championship parade, and as expected, it was wild and chaotic.
For a record 18th time in history, the Boston Celtics have won the vaunted Larry O'Brien trophy, making the Boston Celtics the winningest NBA team in history once again.
Terrence Shannon Jr., former Illinois guard, was acquitted of sexual assault charges by a Kansas jury on Thursday. Cleared of all accusations, Shannon, an NBA draft prospect, can now resume his pre-draft preparations for the upcoming NBA Draft on June 26.
Dan Hurley has turned down a $70 million offer from the Lakers to stay at UConn for a third national title. He values UConn's championship culture and aims for team improvement.
A North Carolina mother is suing the Charlotte Hornets and LaMelo Ball, alleging Ball hit her son with his car while the boy sought an autograph after a fan event in October 2023.
Bucks' Patrick Beverley suspended four games for throwing ball at fans and "inappropriate interaction" with ESPN producer after playoff loss. Police investigate altercation.
Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets secures his third NBA Most Valuable Player award, praising teammates and staff. He dominates the vote with 79 first-place votes and 926 points.
Miami Heat's Jimmy Butler to miss weeks due to right MCL injury sustained during game against Philadelphia 76ers. Despite playing after injury, Butler's performance impacted as Miami lost lead to Philadelphia.
Six-time All-Star forward Blake Griffin retires from the NBA. Drafted first overall by the LA Clippers in 2009, his career was marked by highs and lows, including an early setback with a left knee patella fracture.
NBA continues investigation into betting irregularities involving Toronto Raptors' Jontay Porter. Commissioner Adam Silver open to harsh punishment, labeling Porter's actions a "cardinal sin." Possible banishment from NBA pending investigation outcome, Silver says.
Steve Clifford will transition from coaching to a front office role with the Charlotte Hornets after the season, coaching the team's final seven games starting Wednesday against the Portland Trail Blazers. He informed his assistants and players Wednesday morning.
NBA veteran Rajon Rondo announced his retirement after 16 seasons during an appearance on the "All the Smoke" podcast. When asked if he's done with the NBA, the 38-year-old point guard replied, "Absolutely. Yeah, I'm done."
NBA suspends Houston Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr. and Utah Jazz's Kris Dunn for altercation, throwing punches in Saturday's game. The league announced suspensions Sunday afternoon.
Following a defeat, James, despite a commendable performance with 31 points and 13 assists in 36 minutes, downplayed concerns about his left ankle. He assured, "I'll be all right," emphasizing ongoing management of a pre-existing ankle issue.
