Basketball

Luka Doncic injury update as Lakers star sidelined amid LeBron James’ absence

The Lakers announced a brutal Luka Doncic injury amid LeBron James’ absence. A look at his injury update and when the Slovenian is expected to return.

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• Tue - 28 Oct 2025

When will LeBron James return? Insider provides injury timeline for Lakers star

NBA Insider has provided an update on LeBron James’ injury timeline as the Lakers superstar recovers from sciatica.

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• Tue - 28 Oct 2025

Kelly Flagg reacts to son Cooper Flagg's electrifying poster dunk

Cooper Flagg lit up the arena with a thunderous poster dunk and an all-round performance in the Mavericks’ first win, earning a proud reaction from his mother, Kelly Flagg.

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• Mon - 27 Oct 2025

LeBron James shows love to Austin Reaves for HISTORIC feat

LeBron James praised Austin Reaves’ 51-point explosion on social media after the guard led a short-handed Lakers squad past the Kings with a career-best performance.

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• Mon - 27 Oct 2025

Jahmyr Gibbs praises Pistons' fighting spirit, draws parallels to the Lions

Detroit Lions star Jahmyr Gibbs praised the Pistons’ resilience after watching them stun the Boston Celtics 119-113, calling the team “fighters who never quit.”

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• Mon - 27 Oct 2025

Chauncey Billups' arrest triggers reaction from peers as gambling saga deepens

NBA community reacts as Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups faces legal trouble amid the ongoing high-profile gambling investigation.

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• Mon - 27 Oct 2025

Joel Embiid voices displeasure over limited playing time

Joel Embiid voiced frustration over his limited minutes despite the 76ers’ strong start, saying he’d “rather stay home” than play in short bursts under a strict restriction.

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• Sun - 26 Oct 2025

Dwight Howard predicts Luka Doncic for MVP

Dwight Howard backs Luka Doncic to win the 2026 NBA MVP, humorously dubbing him “Luzempic,” while also tipping Victor Wembanyama to potentially become the youngest MVP ever.

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• Sun - 26 Oct 2025

Buddy Hield snaps at Portland fan's request for his son, gets called out

Buddy Hield found himself in controversy after a heated exchange with a fan during the Warriors’ loss to the Trail Blazers, just days after sharing a playful moment with Jimmy Butler.

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• Sun - 26 Oct 2025

Former Oklahoma City Thunder star arrested amid domestic violence allegations

Former NBA player for Oklahoma City Thunder has been arrested following a domestic incident, drawing attention to his post-basketball life.

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• Sun - 26 Oct 2025

Jason Kidd and Anthony Davis Weigh in as Mavericks struggle to find rhythm

Jason Kidd and Anthony Davis offered contrasting views on the Mavericks’ ongoing point guard struggles as the team remains winless to start the 2025-26 NBA season.

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• Sat - 25 Oct 2025

Philadelphia 76ers Injury report: Latest on Joel Embiid and V.J. Edgecombe

The Sixers will face the Hornets with Joel Embiid and V.J. Edgecombe cleared to play, while three key players remain sidelined for Saturday’s clash.

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• Sat - 25 Oct 2025

Rookie Cooper Flagg shrugs off 'fire Nico' chants amid Mavericks' fan fury

Despite the Mavericks’ 0-2 start and fan backlash against GM Nico Harrison, rookie Cooper Flagg shone with 18 points and all-around contributions in a tough loss to the Wizards.

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• Sat - 25 Oct 2025

LeBron James faces backlash over controversial 2019 comments amid gambling taint

LeBron James faces renewed attention over his comments made in 2019 amid the NBA gambling scandal, though he is not under investigation and has no involvement in the ongoing probe.

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• Fri - 24 Oct 2025

Luka Doncic Injury Report: Lakers announce update on their star point guard

Los Angeles Lakers have provided a crucial update on Luka Doncic ahead of their matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

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• Fri - 24 Oct 2025

Draymond Green teases LeBron James' absence, compares him to Phil Jackson

Draymond Green jokingly compared LeBron James to Phil Jackson while reflecting on the Lakers star’s absence in Golden State’s 119-109 season-opening win.

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• Thu - 23 Oct 2025

Luka Doncic gives HONEST opinion on improving his defensive abilities

Luka Doncic starred for the Lakers with 43 points, 12 rebounds, and nine assists in a 119-109 season-opening loss to the Warriors, showing defensive improvement.

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• Thu - 23 Oct 2025

Kevin Durant shines in Rocket debut, ignores boos from OKC Thunder fans

Kevin Durant impressed in his Houston Rockets debut with 23 points, nine rebounds, and three assists, dismissing boos from OKC fans as “all love.”

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• Thu - 23 Oct 2025

Victor Wembanyama aims HIGH, predicts Spurs' best playoff seed since 2017

Victor Wembanyama aims to lead the Spurs back to the playoffs, targeting their best seed since 2017.

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• Wed - 22 Oct 2025

Giannis Antetokounmpo channels Michael Jordan in practice, schooling Kyle Kuzma

Giannis Antetokounmpo channels Michael Jordan in practice, pushing teammates to their limits with intense competitiveness.

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• Wed - 22 Oct 2025