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Cavs' Allen has fractured ring finger on left hand

Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen is listed as questionable for Friday's NBA Cup game against Toronto after breaking the ring finger on his left hand. ... Continue Reading

Sources: NBA, books review most vulnerable bets

The NBA and its partner sportsbook have had ongoing discussions on what types of bets are most vulnerable to manipulation and what betting limits are appropriate for such bets, sources told ESPN. ... Continue Reading

Giannis, knee, out for Warriors visit to Milwaukee

MILWAUKEE -- Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo will not play in Thursday's game against the Golden State Warriors. ... Continue Reading

Hawks pick up option on '24 No. 1 pick Risacher

Atlanta exercised the third-year contract option for forward Zaccharie Risacher on Thursday. ... Continue Reading

76ers exercise third-year option for McCain

Philadelphia will have Jared McCain under contract through the 2026-27 season. ... Continue Reading

Hornets' Ball fined $35K for flipping off ref in loss

The NBA has fined Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball $35,000 for making an obscene hand gesture during Charlotte's 144-117 loss to the Miami Heat on Tuesday night. ... Continue Reading

Thunder's Topic in treatment for testicular cancer

Thunder guard Nikola Topic has begun chemotherapy treatment for testicular cancer, with general manager Sam Presti saying doctors are "extremely positive" about the long-term outlook. ... Continue Reading

👀 Best and worst from first week of the season

Our insiders break down standout moments and answer the biggest questions from the first days of the NBA season. ... Continue Reading

Walter approved as Lakers' owner, closes on sale

After getting league approval, sources told ESPN that Mark Walter has closed on the purchase of a majority stake in the Lakers at a record valuation of $10 billion. ... Continue Reading

Hoop Collective Q&A: What are the next steps in the NBA's gambling investigations?

ESPN spoke with former federal prosecutor Kate Reilly for an in-depth look at what comes next. ... Continue Reading

Pharrell's auction co. offering vintage Air Jordans

Grammy winner Pharrell Williams' auction house JOOPITER is set to auction off five pairs of Air Jordans made specifically for Jordan from November 6 through November 18. ... Continue Reading

Reaves' run rolls on as buzzer-beater lifts Lakers

Austin Reaves continued his dream week, adding to a 51-point performance and a 41-point game with a floater at the buzzer that rescued the Lakers. ... Continue Reading

Hawks' Young avoids ACL injury, but MRI to follow

Trae Young was ruled out of the Hawks' game at Brooklyn with a right knee sprain after teammate Mouhamed Gueye fell into his leg late in the first quarter Wednesday. ... Continue Reading

Five pairs of Jordans set for auction by Pharrell

Grammy winner Pharrell Williams' auction house JOOPITER is set to auction off five pairs of Air Jordans made specifically for Jordan from November 6 through November 18. ... Continue Reading

LaVine on Chicago return: 'Felt like I came home'

Zach LaVine scored 30 points in his return to the United Center on Wednesday night, his first game back in Chicago since he was traded to Sacramento last season. "I love Chicago," LaVine said. "I just wish I could have won more here." ... Continue Reading