Even at 38 years old, with 20 seasons of mileage on his legs, LeBron James is still plenty agile. You could look between the four lines where the game is played, like James said Friday. Or you could watch him sidestep chance after chance to respond to Grizzlies wing Dillon Brooks, who called James “old” after Memphis evened the first-round …

USATSI The touted twin tandem of Amen and Ausar Thompson, both projected as lottery picks, declared for the 2023 NBA Draft on Friday after spending the past two years in the Overtime Elite program. Both players are in the top 10 of the 2023 CBS Sports NBA Draft Prospect Rankings after thriving with OTE, an Atlanta-based collegiate alternative program.  Amen …

NEW YORK–The Philadelphia 76ers made their move at the trade deadline when they brought in Jalen McDaniels from the Charlotte Hornets in a four-team deal that sent Matisse Thybulle to the Portland Trail Blazers. The idea was that the Sixers were bringing in somebody who they can trust more in the playoffs due to his two-way ability. McDaniels is a …

gonzaga transfers SPOKANE, Wash. — Gonzaga’s offseason roster rebuild continued Friday with the addition of former Creighton point guard Ryan Nembhard and Wyoming forward Graham Ike. Gonzaga announced the addition of Ike, while Nembhard announced on Instagram his intention to play for the Bulldogs. Nembhard also confirmed his decision to ESPN. They are the second and third major additions this …

Getty Images The Boston Celtics were heavy favorites coming into their first-round series against the Atlanta Hawks, and we’ve seen why in the first two games. They have not trailed at any point after the first quarter in either game and have led for 85 minutes and 14 seconds of the 96 total minutes played. As a result, they take …

1 UConn This ranking is based on the Huskies returning four of the top six scorers from a team that won the 2023 NCAA Tournament – specifically everybody except Jordan Hawkins and Adama Sanogo, both of whom are expected to remain in the 2023 NBA Draft. That core combined with a top-five recruiting class should have UConn as a real …

By now, everyone has heard about the conundrum announcers and broadcasters faced this season when covering the Oklahoma City Thunder regarding two of their rookies. Of course, the team added two players by the same name last year through the NBA draft: Jalen Williams of Santa Clara and Jaylin Williams of Arkansas. The situation proved rather difficult at times for …

Getty Images Grizzlies star guard Ja Morant has been listed as questionable for Game 3 against the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday, as he continues to heal from a hand injury he sustained in the first game of this series. The All-Star guard was a full participant in practice on Friday, per ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne, though it was a non-contact practice …

Giannis Antetokounmpo did some individual work on the court at the Sports Science Center on Friday afternoon before the Milwaukee Bucks departed for Miami, but the Most Valuable Player finalist did not practice in the team setting. “We’re just going to monitor him the rest of today, we’ll monitor him tomorrow and see where he is and together with him …

One of the few technicalities that could have stopped Victor Wembanyama from becoming the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NBA draft was resolved Friday. The 7-foot-5 sensation from France revealed he officially declared for the draft during an interview on ESPN’s “NBA Today” show, saying he has sent the necessary letter to the NBA. “I hope it’s big news,” …

Legendary K-State Athletics figure Ernie Barrett, affectionately known as ‘Mr. K-State,’ with his trademark firm handshake, passed away on Friday morning (April 21) at the age of 93 in Manhattan, Kan. A memorial service is planned for 1 p.m., CT on Thursday, April 27 at Bramlage Coliseum with a reception to follow in the Shamrock Zone. The service and reception …

Philadelphia 76ers stars Joel Embiid and James Harden will face no further punishment from the league for their actions in Game 3 of the team’s first-round series against the Brooklyn Nets and will be available for Game 4. Harden was ejected for a Flagrant 2 foul, while Embiid received a Flagrant 1 in separate incidents in the Sixers’ 102-97 win on …

Malcolm Brogdon: Hawks fans ‘haven’t been the most dedicated’ originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston This weekend will be a homecoming for Malcolm Brogdon — to a certain extent. Brogdon grew up in Atlanta, so he’ll be facing his hometown team in Games 3 and 4 of the Boston Celtics’ first-round playoff series against the Hawks on Friday and Sunday …

Projected No. 1 pick Victor Wembanyama, the 7-foot-5 basketball phenom from France, announced Friday on ESPN’s “NBA Today” that he has declared for the 2023 NBA draft. Wembanyama is regarded as perhaps the top prospect in the NBA since LeBron James with his unique blend of skill and size. He can handle the ball, shoot from distance and block shots …

Jaden Akins is testing the 2023 NBA draft process. The Michigan State basketball sophomore guard announced his intention to enter the draft via his Instagram page Friday afternoon. The Farmington native plans to retain his remaining two years of college eligibility, meaning he could return to the Spartans if he withdraws his name by the end of May. “Over my …

It’ll be a years-long process, but talks of a new arena for the Oklahoma City Thunder began last summer when OKC Mayor David Holt brought up the importance of it. The creation of a new building would guarantee the Thunder’s long-term future in Oklahoma City. The Thunder are currently paying in Paycom Center — which is the smallest arena in …

The Auburn Tigers have the eighth-best record against non-conference opponents over the past five years. They have a 57-12 record or an 82.6 winning percentage against non-SEC teams during that time. The Houston Cougars are in first at 64-10, the Gonzaga Bulldogs are 72-12, the Duke Blue Devils are 50-9, the Baylor Bears are 60-11, the St. John’s Red Storm …

Nineteen-year-old Frenchman Victor Wembanyama announced on Friday during an appearance on NBA Today that he has officially declared for the 2023 NBA Draft, where he is projected to be the No. 1 overall pick regardless of which team wins the Draft Lottery.  “Declaring for the draft was just me sending a letter to the NBA, but it’s something crazy I’m …

A key piece for Michigan State basketball could be heading to the NBA earlier than we anticipated. Michigan State guard Jaden Akins announced on Friday that he has declared for the NBA Draft while maintaining his eligibility. So this means he will seek NBA evaluation and determine if he’d like to leave his name in the draft or return to …

Utah Jazz guard Johnny Juzang (33) prepares for a jump ball during a game against the Sacramento at Vivint Arena in Salt Lake City on March 20, 2023. The UCLA product played in 17 games with the Salt Lake Stars and 22 games with the Jazz this season. | Ryan Sun, Deseret News Editor’s note: First in a series of …

How Morris’ relationship evolved with Beal during his first season in D.C. originally appeared on NBC Sports Washington At the conclusion of his sixth NBA season and first as a Washington Wizard, it did not take guard Monte Morris too long to establish relationships with his new teammates and coaches. There was one relationship in particular that stood out and …

NEW YORK–As the Philadelphia 76ers prepare to attempt to close out the Brooklyn Nets on Saturday afternoon in their first round series, the status of Joel Embiid has come to the forefront. Embiid was called for a flagrant-1 after appearing to kick Nets big man Nic Claxton in the midsection after Claxton stood over him in Philadelphia’s Game 3 win …

Bulls’ 2022-23 season review: Vučević has more impact originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago The Chicago Bulls experienced an underwhelming and inconsistent 2022-23 season, one in which they finished at 40-42 and failed to exit the play-in tournament to make the playoffs. Though the season-long absence of Lonzo Ball delivered a major blow, the Bulls still possessed plenty of their …

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Moody: Draymond gave Dubs movie-like pep talk before Game 3 originally appeared on NBC Sports Bayarea Draymond Green couldn’t be in the building Thursday night at Chase Center due to his Game 3 suspension. But his impact still was felt in the Warriors’ needed 114-97 win over the Sacramento Kings. Golden State guard Moses Moody told NBC Sports Bay Area’s …