Howard won three consecutive Defensive Player of the Year awards from 2009-11, and led the league in blocks in '09 and '10. The 6-foot-10-inch center also won the Slam Dunk Contest in 2008 and led the league in rebounds five times, four of which were with the Magic. The fifth time was with the Lakers in 2013.

James, 40, has a $52.6 million player option for next season that he must opt into by June 29 or become a free agent, and his decision looms over the organization.

Luka Doncic riled up the entire NBA realm back in early 2025. With the trade window about to close, the Dallas Mavericks and the Los Angeles Lakers pulled off a stunner. Doncic was traded from the Mavericks to the Lakers in an exchange that nobody expected.

Despite having just one late second round pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, the Lakers are still doing their due diligence when it comes to prospects.

What does the NBA draft lottery mean for former Maryland star Derik Queen? With the order set, here’s a look at where he could land.

ESPN announcer Jay Bilas firmly dismissed the idea that the NBA Draft Lottery was rigged after the Mavs won the draft lottery of 2025.

While fans are known to be a little on edge regarding certain occurrences, three-time NBA Champion and minority owner of the Utah Jazz, Dwyane Wade, recently added fuel to the fire regarding the lottery possibly being rigged in an interview with USA TODAY.

As the old adage goes, 'Game recognizes game.' Cooper Flagg is one of the most hyped American basketball prospects in recent memory. Hailing from Maine of all

The star power is gone in some cases, aching in others, and there's no question that injuries are becoming the story of this postseason. For Lillard — and now Tatum, too — the issues will linger into next season or rob of them of the chance to play in 2025-26 entirely.

Imagine making, quite probably, one of the worst decisions in NBA History. It’s drastic hyperbole but it’s how everyone felt after being blindsided by the Luka Doncic trade. There have been bad coaching plays,

The NBA offseason has been jolted by reports that Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is now open to exploring opportunities beyond the only team he has known. This development has sent shockwaves throughout the league, with fans and analysts speculating on the potential ramifications of such a move.