In many ways, Kobe Bryant's final NBA season is one he'll cherish forever. There have been countless memories, gifts, warm-wishes, tributes, ovations and tears. On the other hand, the 37-year-old is ...

The Houston Rockets are sixth in the West after their recent 128-108 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. They’ve gone a losing 4-6 in their last 10 games and also ride a two-game skid heading into this ...

Marcus Smart returns for the Lakers' NBA Cup quarterfinal against the Spurs after missing six games with a back injury. Sean Gardner / Getty Images The Athletic has live coverage of the 2025 NBA Cup ...

The Spurs' Stephon Castle shoots over Lebron James in Wednesday's NBA Cup quarterfinal. Katelyn Mulcahy / Getty images LOS ANGELES — As JJ Redick sat in front of a microphone Wednesday night, his ...

When the Los Angeles Lakers lose, they get blown out. That’s been the pattern for JJ Redick’s team through the first 28 games of the season. Their 132-108 defeat to the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday marked ...

The Lakers have found their standard this season, with execution -- and consistency -- being the ultimate test. Law Murray, The Athletic Editor’s Note: Read more NBA coverage from The Athletic here.