Kelsey Plum and Dearica Hamby combined for 46 points to help the Los Angeles Sparks avoid an 0–3 start, using their established chemistry to hold off the Toronto Tempo in a 99–95 win.
Mauricio Pochettino praised the United States men's national team for its progress and unity despite a disappointing 4-1 defeat to Belgium in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16.
Oklahoma City police are investigating a Thursday night burglary at a residence believed to belong to Thunder MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who was playing in a game at the time of the incident.
Michael Porter Jr. says his brother Jontay was threatened by individuals tied to the 2025 NBA betting scandal, and that their unreleased podcast details the still-developing case.
Michael Porter Jr. delivered another standout scoring night, but Brooklyn’s fourth-quarter breakdown allowed Dallas to pull away in a back-and-forth loss.
Michael Porter Jr.’s early arrival in New Orleans to watch his former Nuggets offered a glimpse into both his past and the uncertain future awaiting him with the rebuilding Brooklyn Nets.