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Wembanyama's All-Star Challenge May Not Work

The NBA is trying to make the All-Star Game more competitive, but players are skeptical a new format can fix the issue.

New NBA All-Star Game Format Pits U.S. vs. International Players

The 75th NBA All-Star Game will feature a unique three-team round robin tournament.

Golden State Warriors Valued at NBA-Best $10.8 Billion

CNBC report shows Warriors remain the league's most valuable franchise for second consecutive year

LeBron James Keeps Tabs on Cleveland Cavaliers

The Lakers star hints at affinity for his hometown NBA team.

UCLA Basketball Coach Mick Cronin Promises Lineup Changes After Blowout Loss

Cronin blasted his players' effort and decision-making following a 30-point defeat to Michigan.

Miami Heat's Keshad Johnson Wins 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest

The 24-year-old forward impressed the judges with his high-flying dunks, including leaping over rapper E-40.

NBA Investigates Alleged Improper Payments to Clippers' Kawhi Leonard

Commissioner Adam Silver says probe is "complex" as Leonard prepares to play in All-Star Game

Paolo Banchero's All-Star Hopes Dim Amid Struggles

Injuries and performance issues put the Magic star's NBA All-Star and Team USA aspirations at risk.

2026 NBA All-Star Game Odds and MVP Predictions

Expert picks for the USA vs. World format in Los Angeles

Magic's Jase Richardson suffers scary fall during dunk contest

Richardson tried a risky dunk but got caught on the backboard, falling hard to the court.

USC Men's Hoops Plagued by Injuries, Could Have Been Big Ten Contender

Trojans' star trio of Arenas, Rice, and Baker-Mazara missed significant time due to injuries this season.

NBA All-Star Game Moves to NBC and Peacock in 2026

The league's midseason showcase will feature the world's best basketball talent at the new Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.

Lakers' Austin Reaves Delivers Game-Winning Shot Against Timberwolves

Reaves' clutch performance keeps Lakers competitive despite key player absences

NBA Stars Criticize League's New All-Star Format

Cade Cunningham and Kawhi Leonard voice concerns over the USA vs. World tournament structure debuting in 2024

Damian Lillard Wins 3-Point Contest After Achilles Injury

Blazers star makes triumphant return to All-Star Weekend just months after surgery

LeBron James, 41, Maintains Peak Performance

The Lakers star's longtime trainer discusses how he's stayed at the top of his game for over two decades.

NBA All-Star Saturday Plagued by Empty Seats at Intuit Dome

Fans and media criticize high ticket prices and lack of attendance for Dunk Contest and 3-Point Shootout

Spurs' Bryant Runner-Up in Dunk Contest; Vows Second Try

San Antonio Spurs rookie Carter Bryant finished second in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest, vowing to compete again next year.

Spurs' Carter Bryant comes up short in NBA Dunk Contest despite perfect 50 slam

Rookie forward captivates crowd with eye-popping athleticism but falls to Miami's Keshad Johnson in final

Lakers Aim to Emulate Dodgers' Front Office Success

Lakers president Rob Pelinka says team will look to model Dodgers' robust front office under new owner Mark Walter.

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