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Throughout its history, the Orlando Magic have been home to several top-tier on-ball defenders. In this piece, we will examine which players have achieved the highest averages of steals per game while wearing the Magic jersey. In the peak phases of his career, Anfernee Hardaway emerged as one of the league’s premier on-ball defenders, presenting a formidable challenge for rival …

**Editor’s Note:** Explore additional NBA insights from The Athletic here. The opinions expressed in this article do not necessarily represent those of the NBA or its franchises. * * * Close to two years ago, shortly after arriving in New York, OG Anunoby found his footing again. The Knicks had just finalized a deal to bring in the versatile swingman. …

With more than 5,000 individuals having played in the NBA throughout its history, there is at least one player born on every single day of the year—including four athletes born on February 29. Our detailed examination of players born on each day of the year continues below. Here are the most prominent NBA figures born on June 9. “Mooney” was …

Stephen Curry is reflecting on his journey while remaining focused on the future. This week saw the release of Curry’s book “Shot Ready,” which has garnered an abundance of positive feedback, quickly climbing into Amazon’s top 10 best-sellers and leading the sports literature charts. In over 400 pages filled with more than 100 photographs—many capturing candid, behind-the-scenes moments—the Golden State …

Bilal Coulibaly underwent surgery on his right thumb to address a ligament tear, as announced by the Washington Wizards on Friday. The 21-year-old shooting guard sustained the injury during his international duties with France at EuroBasket 2025. Following his operation in New York City, he has been placed on an indefinite injury list and is anticipated to be out for …

The Milwaukee Bucks have built a strong reputation around their defensive prowess, with prominent figures like Giannis Antetokounmpo gaining acclaim as a Defensive Player of the Year. In the realm of steals, however, several remarkable Bucks players have cemented their legacies in the franchise’s history. Here’s a rundown of the five individuals who have achieved the highest averages of steals …

•Get the NBA App DALLAS (AP)— The Dallas Mavericks have reached an agreement to extend the contract of forward P.J. Washington and will also be re-signing guard Dante Exum, moves designed to solidify their roster for the 2025-26 season. The Mavericks announced Washington’s extension on Thursday, with a source familiar with the agreement stating its value at $89 million over …

NEW YORK (AP)— Jason Collins, the NBA’s first openly gay player who now acts as a league ambassador, is currently receiving treatment for a brain tumor, according to a statement from his family on Thursday. In 2013, Collins came out as gay, making history as the first openly gay athlete to participate in any of North America’s four major sports …

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 …

•Play Fantasy Basketball on Yahoo! > Preseason action is less than a month away, meaning fantasy basketball prep is here! If you’re looking for an edge this season, RotoWire has you covered with their top 150 category league rankings. Read on to see the rankings, plus analysis for each player.

**Editor’s Note:** For additional NBA insights, check out more coverage from The Athletic. The opinions expressed here do not necessarily represent those of the NBA or its franchises. * * * With Kevin Durant’s addition earlier this summer, the Houston Rockets have emerged as one of the most captivating teams in the NBA. As training camp draws near, Houston is …

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 …

Victor Wembanyama is excited to greet energized fans during home games for the San Antonio Spurs at the Frost Bank Center. On Tuesday, the Spurs unveiled their plans for tryouts featuring Wemby this Sunday, inviting individuals to register to become “the loudest, most proud, and most passionate crew” in a special section dedicated to supporters. “This has been an idea, …

As reported by ESPN, restricted free agent Josh Giddey has finalized a four-year contract valued at $100 million to continue his career with the Chicago Bulls. The agreement is fully guaranteed and features no options for either the player or the team. Although the Bulls announced the contract on Tuesday, they did not reveal specific terms. At just 22 years …

•Get the NBA App•Track Free Agents in 2025•All reported transactions for every team The New York Knicks were on the verge of an early exit in the first round of the 2025 playoffs. They managed a few significant comebacks and had the good fortune of facing the Detroit Pistons, who struggled with turnovers and committed fouls at crucial moments. Conversely, …

With preseason just around the corner, we’re at a point where we can begin assessing each team and their anticipated starting lineups. In this piece, I’ll share my predictions for the starters of each team, as well as highlight some competition for positions, whether for the first game of the season or further down the line. **Projected Starters:** PG: Trae …

In an interview with China Daily, Tony Parker reiterated his stance that the NBA, EuroLeague, and FIBA should join forces to create a unified league in Europe. As a stakeholder in the EuroLeague through his ownership of ASVEL, Parker believes the establishment of an NBA Europe is only a matter of time, emphasizing the need for collective participation in this …

At the age of 40, and approaching 41 as he embarks on his 23rd season in the NBA, LeBron James is clearly in the twilight of an illustrious career. Nevertheless, the prospect of transitioning into coaching in the future appears highly improbable. While on a trip to China this summer, he reiterated his total disinterest in taking on a coaching …

UNCASVILLE, Conn. – Billy Donovan, the head coach of the Chicago Bulls, has been at the helm for half of his ten seasons in the NBA. During this time, he has led the team to the playoffs just once. Even accounting for his five successful years with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Donovan has managed to advance beyond the first round …

After a report surfaced in early 2024, highlighting possible misconduct related to an endorsement arrangement tied to Kawhi Leonard’s contract extension with the Los Angeles Clippers, team owner Steve Ballmer engaged in a conversation with ESPN to clarify his involvement in the matter, emphasizing the necessity for the NBA to probe the claims. “The integrity of the salary cap rules …

• EuroBasket 2025: Official website | Match Schedule, Standings & Results | Team Rosters • Catch EuroBasket 2025 live on Courtside 1891 Utah Jazz center Jusuf Nurkić contributed 15 points as Bosnia and Herzegovina secured an 84-76 victory over Group C opponent Georgia, ensuring their advancement to the knockout stage of EuroBasket on Thursday. Despite trailing by 12 points at …

• EuroBasket 2025: Official website | Matches • Schedule, standings & results | Player rosters • Stream EuroBasket 2025 on Courtside 1891 LIMASSOL, Cyprus— Spain finds itself in a precarious position in Group C, facing the possibility of elimination after suffering a 67-63 loss to Italy on Tuesday. However, the reigning EuroBasket champions still have the power to determine their …

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame stands as the ultimate and most fitting conclusion to Carmelo Anthony’s basketball journey. Unlike previous stops along the way, Springfield, Massachusetts, won’t have any regrets about him, nor question when he might secure a championship; this will be a permanent home for him. Once he is enshrined in the Hall, there will be …

Following numerous unsuccessful attempts, the NBA has chosen to adopt the USA vs. the World structure for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game, as reported by Shams Charania. Traditionally, most local European All-Star Games feature a team comprised of local talent paired against an ensemble of mostly American players classified as “foreign.” With the East vs. West format’s waning allure and …