Basketball

L.A. Lakers Star Alex Caruso Skips His Sister's Wedding to Stay in NBA Bubble

Alex Caruso said he's at "peace" with his decision to skip his sister's wedding on Saturday, July 18.

July 23, 2020

Boston Celtics' Kemba Walker Describes Running Into LeBron James Inside the NBA Bubble

Boston Celtics starting point guard Kemba Walker is shedding light into what life is like inside the Disney NBA campus.

July 16, 2020

WNBA's Elena Delle Donne Pens Open Letter After She's Denied Health Exemption for Lyme Disease

Washington Mystics basketball player Elena Delle Donne is speaking out after her request to be medically excused for the season was denied.

July 15, 2020

NBA Star Russell Westbrook Tests Positive for Coronavirus

Russell Westbrook has tested positive for coronavirus. The Houston Rockets star announced the news via social media on Monday.

July 13, 2020

2020 BET Awards: Lil Wayne Pays Tribute to Kobe Bryant

The rapper added new verses to his 2009 mixtape song "Kobe Bryant" to honor the NBA legend, who died in a helicopter crash along with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna in January.

June 29, 2020

Last Chance U Season 5 Will Be the Last About Football—Basketball Is Up Next

The fifth and final season of the football version of Last Chance U is coming in July.

June 23, 2020

Exclusive

Shaquille O'Neal's Father's Day Gift Guide Is a Slam Dunk

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Shaquille O'Neal reveals the gifts that will make Father's Day a slam dunk. See his picks for all dads now.

June 10, 2020

NBA Approves Plan to Resume the Season at Disney World Sports Complex

The NBA Board of Governors approved a plan to resume games with 22 teams returning to play on July 31 at Disney's ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Fla.

June 4, 2020

Update!

Kobe Bryant Will Be Inducted Into Basketball Hall of Fame’s 2020 Class

Kobe Bryant will be inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame as part of its 2020 class later this year. Find out more about his posthumous honor here.

May 28, 2020

Why Kobe Bryant's Sports Academy Is Dropping "Mamba" From Its Name

Kobe Bryant's Sports Academy announced that it would drop "Mamba" from its name, and for a special reason.

May 12, 2020

Vanessa Bryant Uncovering Letter From Kobe Bryant May Just Be the Best Birthday Gift

Vanessa Bryant reveals an unexpected letter she found from Kobe Bryant just one day before her birthday.

May 5, 2020

Kobe Bryant Calls Michael Jordan His "Big Brother" in Heartbreaking Documentary Moment

The late Kobe Bryant appeared in a newly released episode of ESPN's The Last Dance, filmed six months before his untimely death.

May 4, 2020

Celebrate Gianna Bryant’s Life in Photos In Honor Of Her 14th Birthday

The late Mambacita would have turned 14 today and the world is still mourning the loss of the promising future basketball star.

May 1, 2020

Shaquille O'Neal Recalls Watching Old Game Footage After Kobe Bryant’s Death

Shaquille O'Neal opened up about coping with the loss of Kobe Bryant during his virtual visit to Conan, sharing that he watch old game footage of him and the L.A. Lakers legend.

April 23, 2020

Vanessa Bryant Shares Sweet Pics of Daughters From Easter

Kobe Bryant's widow shares her chocolate-filled Easter Sunday celebration with her daughters Natalia, Bianka, and Capri. See the adorable moment!

April 13, 2020

Vanessa Bryant Calls Kobe and Gianna Bryant's Deaths "Senseless" in Heartbreaking Message

Vanessa Bryant paid tribute to Kobe Bryant and their daughter Gianna in an emotional post to commemorate Mamba Day.

April 13, 2020

NBA Star Kevin Love Donates $100,000 to Cleveland Cavaliers Staff Amid Suspension

On Wednesday, the NBA announced the immediate suspension of the season due to the coronavirus outbreak. Kevin Love's response to the shut down will inspire you.

March 12, 2020

NBA Suspends Its Season After a Player Tests Positive for Coronavirus

On Wednesday, the NBA announced it would suspends its season after a player tested positive for coronavirus.

March 12, 2020

Jay-Z and Blue Ivy Carter Steal the Show During Lakers Game Outing

Jay-Z and Blue Ivy Carter had a fun father-daughter day as they attended Sunday's Lakers vs. Clippers game.

March 9, 2020

Warriors Say Stephen Curry Has Been Diagnosed with the Flu and Not Coronavirus

The Golden State Warriors announced this weekend that Stephen Curry has been diagnosed with the flu and shows no signs of the coronavirus.

March 8, 2020

Shaquille O'Neal and His Hairline Go Viral After Lost Bet to Dwyane Wade

Shaquille O'Neal lost a bet to Dwyane Wade and the stakes were high. He's now sporting a new look. To see his hairline, check out the viral image

March 4, 2020

Vanessa Bryant Praises Family Tattoo in Honor of Kobe and Gianna Bryant

Vanessa Bryant praises a family member’s tattoo in honor of Kobe and Gianna Bryant. See the powerful ink job on Instagram now.

February 27, 2020

LeBron James Reacts to Speculation Over Not Attending Kobe Bryant's Memorial

Lebron James appeared notably absent from yesterday's celebration of life service for Kobe Bryant. Here's what the L.A. Lakers star had to say about the gathering.

February 26, 2020

Gabrielle Union Calls Kobe Bryant's Memorial ''Very Healing'' in Heartfelt Tribute

Gabrielle Union and her husband Dywane Wade were among dozens of celebrity attendees at today's celebration of life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant. Here's what she had to say about the gathering.

February 24, 2020