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Veteran big man Marcin Gortat is retiring from the NBA, the 35-year-old reportedly announced in an interview with a Polish TV station that aired Sunday.… Full Story

CHICAGO — On the eve of the 69th NBA All-Star Game, commissioner Adam Silver felt it was important to recognize the founder of All-Star weekend.… Full Story

CHICAGO — Luka Doncic appears to be growing more comfortable as the center of the basketball world. The Dallas Mavericks’ second-year guard was mobbed by… Full Story

CHICAGO — Frank Vogel’s contract inarguably calls for the Los Angeles Lakers head coach to be Team LeBron. On Sunday, the New Jersey-born Vogel admits… Full Story

Sportscaster Mike Breen and sportswriter/commentator Michael Wilbon were named recipients of the 2020 Curt Gowdy Media Award, the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced… Full Story

Giannis Antetokounmpo is the favorite to win All-Star Game MVP honors on Sunday in Chicago, but the field is packed for the basketball showcase at… Full Story

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker was named Thursday to replace injured Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard in this weekend’s All-Star Game. Lillard sustained a… Full Story

New Orleans rookie standout Zion Williamson said he plans to play Tuesday when the Pelicans host the Portland Trail Blazers. Williamson missed Saturday’s game against… Full Story

LeBron James, Kawhi Leonard and James Harden are among the 44 finalists for the 12 spots on the 2020 U.S. Olympic men’s basketball team. USA… Full Story