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Giannis cites chemistry, selfish play after routs

Giannis Antetokounmpo says chemistry issues might be contributing to the Bucks' recent penchant for lopsided losses. ... Continue Reading

Knicks win by franchise-best 54, end 4-game skid

The Knicks ended their four-game losing streak Wednesday night with the most lopsided victory in franchise history, beating the Nets 120-66. ... Continue Reading

Bucks' Porter (oblique) won't play 'anytime soon'

Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. will miss Wednesday's game against the Thunder with a strained oblique and "won't be able to play anytime soon," coach Doc Rivers said. ... Continue Reading

First prison sentence issued for NBA bet scandal

A self-proclaimed gambling addict was sentenced to two years in prison for his role in a betting scandal involving NBA players Terry Rozier and Jontay Porter. ... Continue Reading

Dubs don't envision Butler trade despite ACL tear

Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy told reporters he has no plans to move Jimmy Butler's contract at the trade deadline, despite the veteran forward suffering a season-ending ACL tear. ... Continue Reading

Rockets' Adams out indefinitely with ankle sprain

Rockets center Steven Adams will be out indefinitely due to a "severely sprained ankle," coach Ime Udoka said. ... Continue Reading

Bulls hopeful Giddey (hamstring) returns Thu.

Bulls coach Billy Donovan said Josh Giddey is feeling "pretty good" and could return at Minnesota on Thursday. ... Continue Reading

🐝 Latest buzz: League-wide updates, trades, intel

Catch up on the latest buzz, trade alerts and league intel from our ESPN NBA insiders. ... Continue Reading

Spurs-Rockets delayed after rim bent in pregame

The start of Tuesday night's Spurs-Rockets game at Toyota Center was delayed by 22 minutes because of a rim that was bent by a player before tipoff. ... Continue Reading

Sources: Brunson calls players-only Knicks confab

Knicks captain Jalen Brunson called a players-only meeting after Monday night's 114-97 loss to the Mavericks, sources told ESPN, telling teammates it's on them to turn things around. ... Continue Reading

'You should've never been born': How Buss family infighting drove the $10B sale of the Lakers

The post-Jerry Buss era was defined by resentment, dysfunction and conflict -- and ended with the loss of the most valuable family-owned franchise in the world. ... Continue Reading

Suns' Green (hamstring) scores 12 in return

Jalen Green, returning from a lengthy absence from a hamstring injury, will come off the bench for the Suns in Tuesday's game against the 76ers. ... Continue Reading

NBA Futures: Nuggets close the gap on Thunder for title, Cunningham surging for MVP

The Denver Nuggets have closed the gap on the Oklahoma City Thunder in the odds to win the NBA championship, while Cade Cunningham has made up ground in the MVP race. ... Continue Reading

Fantasy fast break: Tyrese Maxey's strong case for fantasy MVP

A look around the league reveals the latest trends, from Tyrese Maxey's career-best season to Peyton Watson's breakout and more. ... Continue Reading

Points league rankings: Who steps up after Jimmy Butler's injury?

Updated rankings for points leagues, with Jimmy Butler's season-ending injury shaking things up. ... Continue Reading