NBA News
Some NBA player props dropped after Porter case
Major U.S. sportsbooks on Friday said they would not be offering under bets on NBA players who are on two-way or 10-day contracts to combat attempts at manipulation.
Clips say Kawhi out indefinitely to start season
Clippers star Kawhi Leonard, who hasn't played in the preseason because of inflammation in his knee, will be sidelined indefinitely to start the season, coach Ty Lue confirmed Thursday.
Source: LeBron to sit out Lakers' preseason finale
LeBron James will not play in the Lakers' preseason finale Friday against the Warriors.
Diamond Sports branded as FanDuel in new deal
The Diamond Sports Group's channels will be branded as FanDuel Sports Network in a new deal beginning Oct. 21.
OKC's Hartenstein (hand) out at least 5-6 weeks
Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein suffered a small, nondisplaced fracture in his left hand and will be reevaluated in five to six weeks, the team announced.
76ers' McCain diagnosed with pulmonary contusion
Jared McCain was diagnosed with a pulmonary contusion but did not sustain a concussion during Wednesday's preseason victory over the Nets.
Pre-deadline extension projections
The eve of the NBA season is also the deadline for rookie contract extensions, with teams and players facing major decisions. And those aren't the only roster moves we're monitoring ahead of 2024-25.