Former Kobe Bryant's teammate Matt Barnes summed up why Russell Westbrook is thriving on the Denver Nuggets. After tumultuous stints with the LA Lakers and LA Clippers, the veteran point guard found his way to Colorado, where he's teaming up with Nikola Jokic, another triple-double machine.

The Golden State Warriors are struggling to maintain the roster around franchise legend Stephen Curry, something the Los Angeles Lakers learned with Kobe Bryant

2006 — Kobe Bryant scores a staggering 81 points — the second-highest total in NBA history — and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Toronto Raptors 122-104.

Nearing real stardom, Şengün reflects on Rockets' belief in him: "Whoever trusts me, or backs me up, I will take care of them all my life."

The Houston Rockets end the game on a 29-15 run to defeat the Memphis Grizzlies, 120-118. The Houston Rockets move to 26-12, while the Memphis Grizzlies fall to 25-15.

Welcome to the world of jersey numbers, a cultural phenomenon for some and a spiritual reminder for others. To an NBA player, selecting the particular numeral that will be attached to their uniform and overall likeness can be an inexact science.

As Jimmy Butler's future in Miami grows more uncertain, Zach Harper explains why NBA trades are so complex these days.

He watched the game live 20 years ago and knew he was witnessing basketball history. “I’ll go on YouTube and watch that clip all the time,” he says. Riesler, a lifelong Toronto sports fan, also watches historical sports moments and old games he wasn’t around for,

NBA teams generally use 10-day contracts to add depth to their roster. However, some of these players shine when finally given a chance.

NBA.com Staff Timberwolves 120, Wizards 106 Raptors 104, Warriors 101 Pistons 124, Knicks 119 Rockets 120, Grizzlies 118 Clippers ... game’s greatest shooter of all time. Curry surpassed Kobe Bryant for 35th all-time on the NBA assists leaderboard ...

Ja Morant dunked on Victor Wembanyama in highlight fashion, but the slam became one of the best NBA plays ever that didn't count.

The NBA product has declined, and since the ratings have declined with it, it is in need of fixing. Here are some