Latest Basketball News
Trail Blazers Upset Lakers 132-116
The Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 132-116 in Portland. Shaedon Sharpe led with 25 points, 4 assists, and 4 threes, while Jerami Grant added 22 points; Marcus Smart scored 25 for Lakers. Trail Blazers improve to 21-22, Lakers drop to 24-16.
Warriors Beat Hornets 136-116
Golden State Warriors won 136-116 over Charlotte Hornets. De'Anthony Melton had 24 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 threes; Draymond Green added 20 points. Brandon Miller led Hornets with 28 points; Warriors now 24-19, Hornets 15-27.
Mavericks Dominate Jazz 138-120
Dallas Mavericks defeated Utah Jazz 138-120 at home. Klay Thompson scored 23 points with 5 assists, Brandon Williams and Max Christie each had 22 points and 5 assists. Mavericks completed their home stretch strong.
Suns Edge Knicks 106-99
Phoenix Suns beat New York Knicks 106-99 in New York. Devin Booker led with 27 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists; Grayson Allen added 16 points, 4 threes. Karl-Anthony Towns had 23 points, 11 rebounds for Knicks; both teams now 25-17.
Pistons Crush Pacers 121-78
Detroit Pistons routed Indiana Pacers 121-78 in Detroit. Duncan Robinson scored 16 points with 4 threes; Javonte Green also had 16 points, 4 threes. Jarace Walker led Pacers with 13 points; Pistons improve to 30-10, Pacers fall to 10-33.
Heat Steal Win from Thunder 122-120
Miami Heat defeated Oklahoma City Thunder 122-120 in a wild finish with 7 lead changes in final 6:35. Bam Adebayo had 30 points, 12 rebounds, career-high 6 threes; Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led Thunder with 39 points. Heat now 22-20, Thunder 35-8.
NBA Announces Global Expansion to Europe
NBA plans a 16-team European league with 10 permanent teams and 4 rotational spots, similar to European football relegation. Discussions ongoing since 2025, with investor meetings ahead of Berlin and London games. Targets markets like Germany, Spain, Turkey, Greece; launch eyed for 2027.
NBA Open to Sovereign Wealth Funds for Europe
Commissioner Adam Silver says NBA Europe welcomes sovereign wealth funds, family offices, private equity for franchises. Talks with PSG owners and others; London O2 likely venue for team. 2027 start ambitious but doable, focusing on new arenas.
Fantasy Basketball ROS Rankings Shakeup
Victor Wembanyama rises to #1 in rest-of-season fantasy rankings. Trey Murphy jumps +10 spots, Bam Adebayo drops -11; top 10 biggest movers mid-January 2026. Reflects recent player performances and trends.
NBA Nightly Recap Highlights Multiple Games
NBA's nightly recap covers Jan 17 action including Jazz-Mavericks, Suns-Knicks, Pacers-Pistons, Thunder-Heat, and more. Features top plays and player of the night from full slate. Trail Blazers-Lakers and others recapped.
Top 10 Plays of the Night from Jan 17
NBA releases top 10 plays highlighting best moments from January 17 games. Includes standout dunks, blocks, and threes from across the league's action-packed night. Available in official highlight reel.