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A growing share of the NBA’s top talent learned basketball in another language before arriving in the league. For many All-Stars, operating in English shapes how they communicate, learn concepts and describe what they see on the floor.
Mac McClung’s highlight-reel dunks have made him a fan favorite, but they haven’t guaranteed the kind of NBA opportunity he’s chasing. The challenge now is proving he offers the broader skill set teams prioritize when filling full-time roster roles.
LeBron James became the oldest player in NBA history to record a triple-double on Thursday night. The milestone came in the Los Angeles Lakers’ win over the Dallas Mavericks, surpassing the previous record held by Karl Malone.
Nikola Topic suited up Thursday for his first appearance with the Oklahoma City Thunder after a testicular cancer diagnosis kept him sidelined. Topic had already missed all of last season due to a knee injury and had not played this season prior to Thursday.
The NBA issued significant fines to the Utah Jazz and Indiana Pacers on Thursday night, citing concerns with how each team managed its roster in recent games. Utah was fined $500,000, while Indiana received a $100,000 penalty.
Oklahoma City forward Jalen Williams will be reevaluated after the All-Star break following another right hamstring strain. The team said the update will come after the break.
Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks has been suspended for one game after picking up his 16th technical foul of the season. Brooks will miss Phoenix’s Feb. 19 matchup against the San Antonio Spurs.
Detroit Pistons All-Star Cade Cunningham has purchased a minority ownership stake in the Texas Rangers. The Rangers are Cunningham’s hometown MLB team.
North Carolina star Caleb Wilson will miss time after fracturing his left hand in Tuesday’s loss at Miami. The Tar Heels have not provided a timetable for his return.
A fresh update to fantasy basketball points-league rankings highlights continued upward movement from Cooper Flagg and Cade Cunningham. The latest list reflects shifting value across formats that reward total statistical production.
Free agent forward Jeremy Sochan plans to join the New York Knicks after clearing waivers, according to his agent. Sochan became available after being released by the San Antonio Spurs.
Utah forward Jaren Jackson Jr. will have surgery during the All-Star break to remove a growth in his left knee. He is expected to miss the remainder of the season.
Spurs guard De’Aaron Fox has been selected to compete in Sunday’s NBA All-Star Game. He will replace Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is sidelined by injury.
LeBron James and his 11-year-old daughter, Zhuri, appear in Disney’s new short-form series featuring Phineas and Ferb. The episode includes the pair attempting a 300-point shot as part of the show’s cartoon-styled format.
Washington center Alex Sarr has been diagnosed with a right hamstring strain and is expected to miss approximately two weeks. Sarr is one of three players this season averaging at least 17 points, seven rebounds and two blocks per game.
A turbulent week of ranked upsets has reshaped the latest top 25 power rankings, highlighted by a new team at No. 1. Michigan, Arizona and UConn are among the programs trading places near the top as the order continues to shift.
NBA All-Star Weekend returns with its usual mix of high-flying showcases, skills-based competitions and star-driven events. Here’s what to keep an eye on across the contests, competitions and headline attractions.
A refreshed Top 100 ranking for the 2026 NBA draft class reshapes the early landscape, spotlighting prospects gaining momentum and others sliding in the conversation. The update also frames the biggest questions still surrounding the group as the cycle continues.
Dallas found a silver lining after trading Luka Doncic: winning the draft lottery. With the top pick in hand, the Mavericks have a clear reset point as they move toward building around Cooper Flagg.
Kevin Durant downplayed the intensity of the upcoming All-Star showcase while taking a playful shot at Luka Doncic, Nikola Jokic and the NBA All-Star World team. Durant said his U.S. group — featuring LeBron James and Kawhi Leonard — isn’t approaching the event with an overly serious competitive edge.
Kawhi Leonard poured in 19 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter to carry the Clippers past the Rockets. He sealed it with a tiebreaking three-point play with two seconds remaining.
James Harden leaned into a facilitator’s role in Cleveland’s home debut, helping guide a win over the Washington Wizards. With Harden creating opportunities, several teammates stepped up to deliver the result.
Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg will miss time after suffering a left midfoot sprain. Dallas announced Wednesday that the injury will keep him out through All-Star Weekend, including the Lakers game and Rising Stars.
Lakers star Luka Doncic will sit out Thursday’s matchup against the Dallas Mavericks due to a hamstring strain. He is hoping to make an appearance in Sunday’s All-Star Game, according to sources.
Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Blake Griffin, A’mare Stoudemire and Doc Rivers are among the finalists for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026. The list was announced Wednesday.
Utah is encouraged by the initial outlook of pairing Jaren Jackson Jr. with leading scorer Lauri Markkanen. The Jazz view the duo as a potential long-term frontcourt foundation as the franchise works to move beyond the lottery.
Joel Embiid sat out Wednesday night against the New York Knicks due to right knee injury management. The Philadelphia 76ers said he will be reevaluated after the All-Star break.
The San Antonio Spurs waived forward Jeremy Sochan on Wednesday, making him a free agent. Sochan was named to the 2023 NBA All-Rookie Team.
The NBA issued $35,000 fines to Atlanta’s Mouhamed Gueye and Minnesota’s Naz Reid for their roles in a jersey-grabbing tussle on Monday. Both players were penalized the same amount.
Syracuse athletic director John Wildhack is retiring after a decade at the school. Wildhack has led the Orange athletic department for the past 10 years.
