Kia Rookie Ladder: Ben Simmons continues to distance himself from field
In the Week 24 edition of the 2017-18 Kia Rookie Ladder, we check in on the five rookies who are making the biggest impact so far this season. Read more
NBA
Damian Lillard (ankle) doubtful to play against Houston Rockets
Portland Trail Blazers All-Star guard Damian Lillard is unlikely to play in a showdown of Western Conference contenders on Thursday night. Read more
Report: Charlotte Hornets set to name Mitch Kupchak as general manager
The Hornets are on the verge of finalizing a contract with Mitch Kupchak to serve as the team's president of basketball operations and general manager, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported Wednesday. Read more
Joel Embiid, Blake Griffin out for Philadelphia 76ers-Detroit Pistons matchp
DETROIT (AP) -- Philadelphia center Joel Embiid is out for a fourth straight game with a concussion and orbital fracture. Read more
Reports: Cleveland Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue to return vs. Washington Wizards on Thursday
Cleveland Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue will resume his duties as head coach against the Washington Wizards on Thursday (8 ET, TNT), according to Joe Vardon of Cleveland.com and Dave McMenamin…Read more
Alabama’s Nick Saban: The show will go on despite LeBron James complaint
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) -- Alabama coach Nick Saban isn't scrapping a program that drew a complaint from LeBron James. Read more
Inaugural NBA 2K League Draft to take place Wednesday in New York
On Wednesday, New York will be the site of an entirely different professional basketball draft. The groundbreaking NBA 2K League will hold its inaugural draft, wherein 17 teams will choose…Read more