NBA Defensive Player of the Year is shaping up with a clear frontrunner and several intriguing challengers. These odds reflect both proven defensive excellence and high upside for players who are ...

The Cavs and National Basketball Social Justice Coalition came together this summer to announce two new signature impact programs. Eli Doroshow, for NBA.com The Cavs and SJC unveiled two new social ...

Ball’s eventful night against the Miami Heat drew attention from the league for more than just his on-court performance. LaMelo Ball started the season strong, averaging 26.3 points, 9.5 assists, 8.3 ...

Like everybody who was young and a basketball aficionado, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander called his shot. His improbable journey to NBA superstardom reached its first step roughly a decade ago. Once a slow ...

The prep-to-pro era in the NBA was a fascinating time in the league's long and colorful history. With high school standouts free to make the jump straight to the big league, it paved the way for some ...