Latest Basketball News
Trail Blazers Secure 7th Seed with Dramatic Win Over Suns
Portland Trail Blazers clinched the Western Conference 7th seed by ending their play-in game against the Phoenix Suns on a 17-5 run. This marks their first postseason appearance since the 2020-21 season, setting up a matchup against the 2nd-seeded San Antonio Spurs.
Warriors vs Clippers Play-In Game Underway Live
Golden State Warriors face the Los Angeles Clippers in a crucial NBA play-in tournament game on April 16, 2026. Steph Curry and the Warriors aim to advance amid high stakes in the Western Conference.
NBA Injury Report Released for April 16
The latest NBA injury updates for April 16, 2026, highlight key player statuses across the league. This report is critical as play-in and playoff games intensify.
Zion Williamson Commits Long-Term to Pelicans
Zion Williamson has declared his commitment to staying with the New Orleans Pelicans. This news boosts the team's outlook heading into the postseason.
Mavericks Target Wolves' Connelly for Front Office Role
Dallas Mavericks are pursuing Minnesota Timberwolves executive Tim Connelly for head of basketball operations. This move signals major offseason planning amid playoff eliminations.
Chaotic Play-In: Hornets' LaMelo Ball Trips Heat's Bam Adebayo
Charlotte Hornets' wild play-in win over Miami Heat featured LaMelo Ball's controversial trip on Bam Adebayo, sparking debate on potential ramifications. Hornets advance to face the Magic-76ers loser for the East 8th seed.
Stephen Curry to Miss Key Lakers Game on Back-to-Back
Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry will sit out Thursday's game against the Lakers due to a back-to-back schedule post-injury. This eliminates regular-season Curry-LeBron matchups.
Michigan Wolverines Claim 2026 College National Championship
Michigan defeated UConn 69-63 on April 6 to win their second men's basketball national title. The victory places them in elite company with the 1989 team.
2026 NBA Draft Buzz: Deep Talent Pool Spurs Tanking
The 2026 NBA draft is seen as exceptionally talented, prompting overt tanking by eliminated teams ahead of the May 10 lottery. Focus shifts to future stars for rebuilding franchises.
Aiden Sherrell Commits to Indiana Hoosiers
Top recruit Aiden Sherrell has committed to Indiana basketball for the 2026 class. This bolsters the Hoosiers' future roster amid college hoops recruiting news.
Ernie Johnson Discusses Play-In Success on Podcast
Inside the NBA host Ernie Johnson joined a podcast to analyze the play-in tournament's success and highlight compelling players. NHL's Chris Pronger also discussed accountability.