NBA’s return to NBC averages 5.61M viewers, most-watched October opening night in 15 years
STAMFORD, Conn. — The NBA’s return to NBC with a doubleheader on Tuesday night averaged 5.61 million viewers,…
NBA head coach and player charged in sprawling sports betting and Mafia-backed poker schemes
NEW YORK — The head coach of the Portland Trail Blazers and a player for the Miami Heat…
Influencer-point guard Jada Williams brings million-plus followers along with her to No. 14 Iowa St
AMES, Iowa — Jada Williams is just 20 years old and already knows the ups and downs of…
Raptors set team scoring record for season opener in 138-118 win over Hawks
ATLANTA — RJ Barrett scored 25 points and Brandon Ingram added 16 points and nine rebounds in his…
Victor Wembanyama uses Cooper Flagg’s debut as a reminder of why he was so hyped
DALLAS — Victor Wembanyama dunked on Cooper Flagg’s debut. And shot over it. And dribbled around it. And…
Giannis Antetokounmpo scores 37 points as Bucks open their season with 133-120 win over Wizards
MILWAUKEE — Giannis Antetokounmpo had 37 points and 14 rebounds, and the Milwaukee Bucks never trailed in a…
Jaylen Brown starts for Celtics in season opener vs 76ers
BOSTON — Celtics star Jaylen Brown was in the starting lineup for Boston’s season opener against the Philadelphia…
How Christian Braun earned his $125M contract with the Nuggets
DENVER — There’s a different vibe surrounding the Denver Nuggets’ latest mega contract, one that will pay shooting…
Wizards’ Khris Middleton opens season in Milwaukee for 1st time since being traded by Bucks
MILWAUKEE — Khris Middleton awoke in Milwaukee on the morning of an NBA season opener, just as he…
Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. sidelined at least 12 weeks after toe surgery
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. will be re-evaluated in 12 weeks after having a…
Big 12’s Yormark backs NCAA Tournament, College Football Playoff expansion
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark said Tuesday that he is in favor of expanding…
Pacers start working to keep core group together by agreeing to contract extension with Nesmith
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Pacers began the work of keeping their core starters together long term Tuesday by…