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Phoenix Suns fire coach Mike Budenholzer after 36-46 season

NBA // 2 weeks ago

Phoenix Suns fire coach Mike Budenholzer after 36-46 season

April 14 (UPI) -- The Phoenix Suns fired head coach Mike Budenholzer after one season, the team announced Monday. Budenholzer led the Suns to a 36-46 record in 2024-25.

Hawks-Magic, Grizzlies-Warriors to launch NBA's 2024-25 play-in tournament

NBA // 2 weeks ago

Hawks-Magic, Grizzlies-Warriors to launch NBA's 2024-25 play-in tournament

April 14 (UPI) -- The Atlanta Hawks and Orlando Magic will meet in the first game of the 2024-25 NBA play-in tournament on Monday in Orlando, Fla. The Memphis Grizzlies and Golden State Warriors will battle in the second play-in meeting.

Lakers' Luka Doncic 'angry' about Mavericks trade, but ready to move on

NBA // 3 weeks ago

Lakers' Luka Doncic 'angry' about Mavericks trade, but ready to move on

April 10 (UPI) -- Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic still experienced "happy and angry" emotions about his trade from the Dallas Mavericks before pouring in 45 points against his former team, but said "it's time to move on."

Georgia freshman Asa Newell declares for 2025 NBA Draft

NBA // 3 weeks ago

Georgia freshman Asa Newell declares for 2025 NBA Draft

April 9 (UPI) -- Georgia freshman Asa Newell will enter the 2025 NBA Draft, he announced Wednesday on Instagram.

Memphis Grizzlies' Jaylen Wells awake, alert after scary fall vs. Charlotte Hornets

NBA // 3 weeks ago

Memphis Grizzlies' Jaylen Wells awake, alert after scary fall vs. Charlotte Hornets

April 9 (UPI) -- Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaylen Wells is awake and alert after a scary collision with guard K.J. Simpson during a win over the Charlotte Hornets. Simpson also apologized to Wells, who was treated at a hospital.

NBA // 3 weeks ago

Barbie debuts LeBron James doll as brand's first 'Kenbassador'

April 9 (UPI) -- Barbie debuted a new doll in the likeness of LeBron James, honoring the NBA legend as the brand's first "Kenbassador" because of his "positive impact on culture, style and community," Mattel announced Wednesday.

Lakers' Luka Doncic ejected vs. Thunder, claims he was trash talking fan

NBA // 3 weeks ago

Lakers' Luka Doncic ejected vs. Thunder, claims he was trash talking fan

April 9 (UPI) -- Luka Doncic scored 23 points and dished out five assists, but prematurely exited during a Los Angeles Lakers loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder due to an ejection.

Denver Nuggets fire coach Michael Malone, as well as team's GM

NBA // 3 weeks ago

Denver Nuggets fire coach Michael Malone, as well as team's GM

April 8 (UPI) -- The Denver Nuggets shocked the NBA sports world Tuesday in a team shakeup that saw the ouster of head coach Michael Malone and the team's general manager, Calvin Booth.

NBA suspends 5 players for Detroit Pistons-Minnesota Timberwolves scuffle

NBA // 1 month ago

NBA suspends 5 players for Detroit Pistons-Minnesota Timberwolves scuffle

April 1 (UPI) -- The NBA suspended five players for their roles in a scuffle during the second quarter of a game between the Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves, the league announced Tuesday.

Detroit Pistons-Minnesota Timberwolves brawl spills into crowd, spawns 7 ejections

NBA // 1 month ago

Detroit Pistons-Minnesota Timberwolves brawl spills into crowd, spawns 7 ejections

March 31 (UPI) -- Minnesota Timberwolves and Detroit Pistons players fumed, exchanging words, jersey tugs and shoves during a second-quarter melee, which led to seven ejections in Minneapolis.

Memphis Grizzlies fire coach Taylor Jenkins amid 44-29 season

NBA // 1 month ago

Memphis Grizzlies fire coach Taylor Jenkins amid 44-29 season

March 28 (UPI) -- The Memphis Grizzlies, who are 44-29, but lost 12 of their last 20 games, fired coach Taylor Jenkins, the team announced Friday.

Bulls' Josh Giddey hits 47-foot buzzer-beater to stun Lakers

NBA // 1 month ago

Bulls' Josh Giddey hits 47-foot buzzer-beater to stun Lakers

March 28 (UPI) -- Josh Giddey took one dribble, leapt over half court and flicked his wrist, draining a 47-foot buzzer-beater to stun the Los Angeles Lakers and cap a chaotic victory for the Chicago Bulls.

LeBron James leads Lakers past Pacers with buzzer-beating tip-in

NBA // 1 month ago

LeBron James leads Lakers past Pacers with buzzer-beating tip-in

March 27 (UPI) -- LeBron James slipped behind defenders, leapt and stabbed the ball with his fingertips just before the final buzzer, leading the Los Angeles Lakers past the Indiana Pacers with a last-second tip-in.

LeBron James to feature Steve Nash on 'Mind the Game' podcast

NBA // 1 month ago

LeBron James to feature Steve Nash on 'Mind the Game' podcast

March 26 (UPI) -- Former Brooklyn Nets coach and NBA legend Steve Nash will co-host the second season of the "Mind the Game" podcast with LeBron James, James announced Wednesday.

Milwaukee Bucks' Damian Lillard diagnosed with blood clot, out indefinitely

NBA // 1 month ago

Milwaukee Bucks' Damian Lillard diagnosed with blood clot, out indefinitely

March 26 (UPI) -- Milwaukee Bucks All-Star guard Damian Lillard sustained a blood clot inside his right calf and is out indefinitely, the team announced.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum sprains ankle vs. Sacramento Kings

NBA // 1 month ago

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum sprains ankle vs. Sacramento Kings

March 25 (UPI) -- Boston Celtics star forward Jayson Tatum sprained his left ankle during a win over the Sacramento Kings, the team announced.

Stephen Curry injures pelvis in game against Toronto Raptors

NBA // 1 month ago

Stephen Curry injures pelvis in game against Toronto Raptors

March 21 (UPI) -- Stephen Curry hit the floor hard during a drive, injuring his pelvis and leading to his exit from a Golden State Warriors win over the Toronto Raptors. Coach Steve Kerr said he is "hopeful" the injury isn't serious.

Bill Chisholm agrees to buy Boston Celtics for record $6.1 billion

NBA // 1 month ago

Bill Chisholm agrees to buy Boston Celtics for record $6.1 billion

March 20 (UPI) -- Symphony Technology Group managing partner Bill Chisholm agreed to buy the NBA's Boston Celtics at a $6.1 billion valuation, he announced Thursday.

Spurs' Sandro Mamukelashvili makes NBA history with 34 points in 19 minutes

NBA // 1 month ago

Spurs' Sandro Mamukelashvili makes NBA history with 34 points in 19 minutes

March 20 (UPI) -- Sandro Mamukelashvili expressed utter shock after becoming the first NBA player to score 34 points while playing for less than 20 minutes in a San Antonio Spurs win over the New York Knicks.

San Antonio Spurs' DeAaron Fox to undergo season-ending pinkie surgery

NBA // 1 month ago

San Antonio Spurs' DeAaron Fox to undergo season-ending pinkie surgery

March 14 (UPI) -- San Antonio Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox will undergo season-ending surgery on his left pinkie, the team announced. The surgery, to repair tendon damage, will be performed Tuesday.

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