As Chet Holmgren set a screen, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander found himself up against Victor Wembanyama. Going with his usually reliable stepback 3-pointer, his attempt clanked at the front of the rim. The seven-footer contested his jumper just enough to get the miss.

The first quarter between the Thunder and Spurs followed that script. The Thunder led by 11 after 12 minutes. And then Victor Wembanyama stepped on the floor, and the NBA felt competitive again.

If the Milwaukee Bucks end up in a situation where they have to trade Giannis Antetokounmpo, a new suitor from the Western Conference has emerged as a potential landing spot.

There’s not a lot to get excited about with the 4-22 New Orleans Pelicans, but at least Trey Murphy III is adding to his reputation as a bucket-getter. With Dejounte Murray still out and Zion Williamson listed as questionable, Murphy should have a neon green light again tonight against the Chicago Bulls.

It’s not often a 23-year-old can return to school and help his NBA Draft stock. Though Michigan’s Yaxel Lendeborg has made exceeding expectations and shattering

Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault loves the change. It adds further incentive. Beyond just the half-million grand prize awaiting the NBA Cup champion.

NBA champion Andrew Bogut on Sunday called for the shooters in the Australia terror attack on a Jewish holiday event to be publicly hanged.

Friday night's Louisiana football state championship between St. Charles and Shaw ended in chaotic fashion all because of a penalty. Shaw had a 21-20 lead over St. Charles with under 35 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter. They were ready to kneel out the game and celebrate their ...