Identifying value at the center position can be the crucial factor when it comes to assembling a well-rounded fantasy roster versus frantically searching for rebounds and blocks from the waiver wire. Although top-tier big men often command hefty prices on draft day, there are also lesser-known players who have the potential to provide efficient scoring, rebounding, and defensive stats if …

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NEW YORK (AP)—NBA players can now launch those long-range shots at the end of quarters without worrying about how it might skew their shooting stats. The league has enacted a new method for recording these types of shots, potentially encouraging players to attempt more deep heaves in pursuit of a last-second miracle. The decision was reached during the board of …

NEW YORK— The National Basketball Association announced today that starting with the 2026-27 NBA season, the Emirates NBA Cup Semifinals will take place at the arena of the higher-seeded team in each conference. Currently, the Emirates NBA Cup Semifinals and Championship are held at a neutral location, specifically the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas for the upcoming season, and this …