There's optimism Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons -- out for nearly 2½ months because of a back injury -- could return to the lineup as soon as Monday against the Utah Jazz, sources told ESPN.
The Golden State Warriors pay tribute to their assistant coach, Dejan Milojevic, in their first game back after his passing.
The Portland Trail Blazers are filing a protest with the NBA to challenge the result of a 111-109 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night.
Cavaliers center Tristan Thompson has been suspended for 25 games for violating the NBA's anti-drug policy. The suspension begins on Wednesday when the Cavaliers play the Milwaukee Bucks.
A look at the latest NBA power rankings as the Boston Celtics reclaim the top spot and the league nears the midpoint of the season.
The Los Angeles Clippers made an incredible comeback with a 22-0 run in the final minutes to defeat the Brooklyn Nets 125-114. Kawhi Leonard scored 14 of his 21 points during the run, leading the Clippers to their 10th win in 12 games.
An overview of the top events in sports including the success of the Utah Jazz, the connection between Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren, the struggling defense of the Chicago Bulls, and more.
The Los Angeles Lakers' inconsistent form continued on Friday with a 130-112 loss at home to the Brooklyn Nets. After taking a six-point lead into the break, they were outscored by 24 points in the second half, which prompted some sharp words from head coach Darvin Ham.