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HISTORICAL FACTS: 2 - The Untold Story

Four Potential Paths Forward for Jalen Duren and the Pistons

Ausar Thompson’s recent contract extension just made the Duren saga even messier.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 23

Unfiltered NBA Scout’s Thoughts on Pelicans’ Derik Queen Experiment: ‘I Don’t See It’

A preview of the Pelicans’ 2026–27 season through the lens of an anonymous NBA scout.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 19

Anonymous NBA Scout: What Will Change for Rockets After They Were ‘Way Too Reliant’ on Kevin Durant

The Rockets were ousted in the first round last season. Fred VanVleet’s return should lessen Houston’s reliance on Kevin Durant, an anonymous NBA scout told SI.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 18

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Predicting the 2026–27 NBA Standings: Which Teams Will Rise, Fall and Surprise?

It’s time to get the crystal ball out and predict how the NBA standings will look come April.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 18

Anonymous NBA Scout Not Sold on Clippers’ New Era With Darius Garland, Brandon Ingram: ‘Just Not a Big Fan’

What will the Clippers look like this season after a historic punishment for cap circumvention? An anonymous NBA scout breaks it down to SI.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 16

The Four Most Important Things Adam Silver Said in Press Conference: Las Vegas Expansion and More

The most important things to know from Adam Silver’s latest press conference, from how the NBA decided the Clippers’ punishment to Blazers relocation rumors.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 15

Ranking the New NBA ‘Specter Edition’ Jerseys From Worst to Best

These new jerseys are ... interesting. Let’s rank them.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 15

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Anonymous NBA Scout: Here’s What Will Give the Lakers ‘Trouble’ This Season

A look at the Lakers’ offseason and what it means for the franchise with LeBron James elsewhere, through the lens of an NBA scout.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 15

NBA Championship Power Rankings: How Kawhi Leonard Trade Impacts Raptors’ Outlook As Contender

Breaking down the NBA championship contention landscape after the Raptors (officially) added Kawhi Leonard via trade.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 14

The NBA and Nike Just Released the Worst New Uniforms, and We Have One Simple Question

The new “Specter Edition” uniforms are, well, something.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 10

Five NBA Breakout Candidates Primed to Take the Next Step in 2026–27 Season

Last year saw huge leaps from players like Jalen Johnson and Deni Avdija. Who could be next? A look at five potential breakout players ahead of the new NBA season.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 10

Bronny James Details Summer Plan To Become Lakers' Secondary Ball-Handler Behind Luka and Reaves

Bronny James is honing his skills to become a versatile playmaker for the Lakers, complementing Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves, and enhancing his role as a secondary ball-handler.

International Business Times UK · Sep 6

Will the Clippers’ $30m fine tame the NBA’s billionaire class? We’re about to find out

The league is awash with ultra-wealthy owners. Adam Silver is hoping a hefty punishment for the Clippers will send them a message about who is in charge

The Guardian - US · Sep 3

10 Things LeBron James Is Chasing in His 24th NBA Season

LeBron has done it all over his first 23 seasons. But believe it or not, there’s more to accomplish.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 1

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Sports Illustrated · Aug 29

Every Jersey Number Retired by Each NBA Franchise, and Who Should Be Next

Which NBA players have their jersey number retired? And who is next in line?

Sports Illustrated · Aug 28

Did Jonathan Kuminga Fumble the Bag? Looking Back at Each Rejected Deal Before Timberwolves Contract

A look at back at each contract offer Jonathan Kuminga had over the last two offseasons.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 27

Why the Lakers Actually Will Be Better Off Without LeBron James This Season

Los Angeles will miss LeBron, sure. But its roster is better primed to compete in the crowded Western Conference in 2026-27.

International Business Times UK · Aug 27

Jonathan Kuminga Agrees To Two-Year $13M Deal With Minnesota Timberwolves Bypassing Lucrative Lakers Offer

Jonathan Kuminga rejected a richer three-year Lakers offer to sign a two-year, $12.4 million prove-it deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves, keeping control of his next contract.

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Sports Illustrated · Aug 26

Mark Walter’s Financial Troubles Could Have Major Implications on MLB’s Future

The federal investigation into the Dodgers owner’s finances could have far-reaching effects on baseball’s financial structure ahead of a likely lockout.

International Business Times UK · Aug 25

Former $18M First-Round Pick Dalton Knecht Faces Uncertain Lakers Future as Team Explores Trades

Dalton Knecht's position with the Los Angeles Lakers is uncertain as the team explores trade options to reshape its roster around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.

The Guardian - US · Aug 25

Luka Dončić looks like a superstar adrift at the Lakers

The Slovenian is one of the best players on the planet. But factors largely beyond his control have started to turn his career into a slog

Sports Illustrated · Aug 24

The Reason (and a Fascinating Theory) Why Kobe Bryant Switched His Lakers Jersey Number From No. 8 to No. 24

A look back into Kobe Bryant’s mid-career jersey swap, and an interesting take on it from fellow Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett.

The Conversation · Aug 24

Legal wrangling over $12.5B Lakers sale shows how family trusts don’t guarantee a business stays in the family

The Buss family’s 47-year ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers, 17-time NBA champions, could soon come to an end despite their patriarch’s clear wishes before he died. A group of investors that includes former Disney CEO Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner – the brother of Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump’s…

Sports Illustrated · Aug 24

Kobe Bryant’s Legendary No-Flinch Moment Deserves the Internet’s Respect Again

The disrespect needs to end. It’s time for the internet to start appreciating Kobe Bryant’s renowned no-flinch once again.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 24

The Most Iconic Kobe Bryant Photos From Sports Illustrated’s Vault

To celebrate Kobe Bryant Day, Sports Illustrated compiled a gallery of our favorite photos of the late, great Black Mamba from his playing days.

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