MJ ‘aftermarket’ card sets record with $2.7M sale
A signed 1986 Fleer Michael Jordan rookie card has sold in a private sale for $2.7 million, a record for a card with an “aftermarket” signature.
LaMelo playing 70+ games and other bold predictions for 2025-26
Our experts go out on a limb and make bold fantasy predictions for the upcoming NBA season.
✍ Grading 50-plus deal, including KD’s extension
Kevin Pelton breaks down the most impactful signings, including Kevin Durant reaching a extension with the Rockets.
The NBA season is here! Expert picks for East, West and NBA champs
Is OKC destined to repeat? Can anyone in the East mount a challenge? Who wins the MVP? Our experts weigh in.
Kevin Durant’s pursuit of perfection led him back to Texas
In his 19th season, Durant is on his fifth team and will lead the budding Rockets as he pursues his third ring.
Kleber out at least 2 weeks with oblique strain
The Lakers will open the season missing some frontcourt depth as backup big man Maxi Kleber has an oblique strain and will be reevaluated in approximately two weeks.
Introducing ESPN’s Basketball Power Index for 2025-2026: Predictions for 23 NBA teams
The code is written. The simulations run. Here’s who BPI projects to be in the top six in each conference, those fighting for play-in spots and three teams with high-variance young prospects.
Pacers extend Nesmith on 2-year, $40.4M deal
Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith agreed to a two-year, $40.4 million contract extension with the franchise through the 2028-29 season.
The NBA is here! Live updates from Thunder-Rockets and Lakers-Warriors
Opening night is here! Here are live updates from Thunder-Rockets and Lakers-Warriors, including analysis and biggest takeaways from each game. Source: ESPN NBA Headlines {$excerpt:n} The NBA is here! Live updates from Thunder-Rockets and Lakers-Warriors
The NBA is here! Live updates from the Thunder-Rockets season opener
The champs are hosting Kevin Durant on ring night. Keep it here for the latest updates, including insider analysis and takeaways.
