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Inside the 'strange phenomenon' the NBA is struggling to contain

Inside the 'strange phenomenon' the NBA is struggling to contain

With tanking strategies growing in both audaciousness and frequency of use, can the league get its arms around the often-effective practice?

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN Top News
NBA Power Rankings: Where all 30 teams land

NBA Power Rankings: Where all 30 teams land

The last rankings of the regular season! Let's see where every team stacks up before the postseason.

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN Top News
Everything that is at stake in the final week of the regular season

Everything that is at stake in the final week of the regular season

NBA insiders break down lingering questions, lottery races and what to watch this week.

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN NBA
Pistons' Cunningham back after 11-game absence

Pistons' Cunningham back after 11-game absence

Cade Cunningham made his return Wednesday night for the Detroit Pistons against the Milwaukee Bucks following a collapsed left lung.

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN NBA
Sources: Kings' late foul was error, not tanking

Sources: Kings' late foul was error, not tanking

The NBA is looking into what team sources say was a strategy mistake by Kings coach Doug Christie -- and not tanking tactics -- during Tuesday's loss …

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN NBA
Mavs dispute claim they erred with Reaves' MRI

Mavs dispute claim they erred with Reaves' MRI

The Mavericks disputed Lakers coach JJ Redick's claim that their medical team examined the wrong part of Austin Reaves' body when the guard received a…

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN NBA
Redick downplays sideline quarrel with Vanderbilt

Redick downplays sideline quarrel with Vanderbilt

Lakers coach JJ Redick subbed forward Jarred Vanderbilt out of early in the second quarter, leading to a heated exchange between the two that Redick d…

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN NBA
Wembanyama (rib), Castle (knee) out for Spurs

Wembanyama (rib), Castle (knee) out for Spurs

The Spurs ruled Victor Wembanyama (left rib contusion) and Stephon Castle (sore right knee) out for their game Wednesday against the Trail Blazers.

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN NBA
Tatum preps for MSG return: 'Just another game'

Tatum preps for MSG return: 'Just another game'

Jayson Tatum said that although he's not thrilled to return to the arena where he tore an Achilles less than a year ago, he is aiming to treat Thursda…

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN NBA
Bucks' Rivers, asked about future, talks grandkids

Bucks' Rivers, asked about future, talks grandkids

Doc Rivers declined to give a definitive answer but spoke about his desire to spend more time with his grandchildren when he was asked Tuesday about h…

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN NBA
Reinsdorf: Next Bulls GM must be sold on Donovan

Reinsdorf: Next Bulls GM must be sold on Donovan

Bulls CEO and president Michael Reinsdorf, who is looking for a new head of basketball operations after firing Arturas Karnisovas earlier this week, s…

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN NBA
🏀 Postseason tracker: Who's in, who's out?

🏀 Postseason tracker: Who's in, who's out?

The 2025-26 NBA postseason is fast approaching. Stay up to date with which teams have clinched.

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN NBA
Six things I wish I'd known when I drafted

Six things I wish I'd known when I drafted

Tristan H. Cockcroft takes a look at biggest fantasy surprises from the first few weeks of the season.

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN Top News
Prospect watch: Konnor Griffin's here, who's next?

Prospect watch: Konnor Griffin's here, who's next?

All the prospects fantasy managers should be keeping an eye on as the season moves through its first month.

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN Top News
How the ‘Zammoth’ creators fulfilled a lifelong dream

How the ‘Zammoth’ creators fulfilled a lifelong dream

The Mammoth worked with Utah-based content creators, the Diesel Brothers, to build the Zammoth, a larger-than-life mammoth-shaped ice resurfacing mach…

Apr 8, 2026  •  Yahoo Sports
Steelers select Aaron Rodgers replacement in latest mock draft

Steelers select Aaron Rodgers replacement in latest mock draft

I'm not sure how this would be received. Steelers select Aaron Rodgers replacement in latest mock draft originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add …

Apr 8, 2026  •  Yahoo Sports
Lakers reveal injury report for Thursday's game versus Warriors

Lakers reveal injury report for Thursday's game versus Warriors

A key Lakers rotation player could finally return to action for Thursday's game versus the Warriors. Suddenly saddled with a three-game losing streak …

Apr 8, 2026  •  Yahoo Sports
Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley help Cavaliers hold off Hawks 122-116

Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley help Cavaliers hold off Hawks 122-116

Donovan Mitchell scored 31 points, Evan Mobley had 22 points and tied a career high with 19 rebounds, and the Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Atlanta…

Apr 8, 2026  •  Yahoo Sports
Zay Flowers on Lamar Jackson: He wants to finish; he wants a ring

Zay Flowers on Lamar Jackson: He wants to finish; he wants a ring

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has skipped most of the voluntary offseason workouts during his eight-year NFL career. Ravens quarterback Lamar Jacks…

Apr 8, 2026  •  Yahoo Sports
Kirk Cousins on potential QB battle with Fernando Mendoza: 'Best player needs to play'

Kirk Cousins on potential QB battle with Fernando Mendoza: 'Best player needs to play'

Kirk Cousins wants to be the Raiders' starting quarterback, but only if he's the team's best option at the position. Veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins …

Apr 8, 2026  •  Yahoo Sports
‘We’ll protect this field until they come’: Bentley University to host France during the World Cup

‘We’ll protect this field until they come’: Bentley University to host France during the World Cup

Bentley announced they’d host the French team back in March, but on Wednesday, they held a tour to show reporters the athletic facilities. The number …

Apr 8, 2026  •  Yahoo Sports
Nico Hoerner powers the Cubs to a 6-2 victory over the error-prone Rays at Tropicana Field

Nico Hoerner powers the Cubs to a 6-2 victory over the error-prone Rays at Tropicana Field

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Nico Hoerner hit a leadoff homer and then delivered an RBI double during a five-run fifth inning as the Chicago Cubs beat …

Apr 8, 2026  •  Yahoo Sports
Bryson: Using 3D printer-made iron at Masters

Bryson: Using 3D printer-made iron at Masters

Bryson DeChambeau confirmed to ESPN that he'll play the Masters with a 5-iron that he fabricated himself with a 3D printer.

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN Top News
Reports: NCAA to discuss 5-year eligibility model

Reports: NCAA to discuss 5-year eligibility model

An NCAA panel is scheduled to discuss changes to eligibility rules that would incorporate age into the process, sources said Wednesday.

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN Top News
Prosecutors seek Tiger's prescription drug records

Prosecutors seek Tiger's prescription drug records

Prosecutors want the times Tiger Woods' prescriptions were filled, the number of pills, the dosage amounts and any instructions that accompanied the p…

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN Top News
Prized recruit Hiller, No. 2 OT in '27, picks Florida

Prized recruit Hiller, No. 2 OT in '27, picks Florida

Maxwell Hiller, the No. 2 offensive tackle and No. 7 overall recruit in the SC Next Junior 300, gave Florida and new head coach Jon Sumrall his verbal…

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN Top News
Rai 'wins,' young Fleetwood steals show at Par 3

Rai 'wins,' young Fleetwood steals show at Par 3

Eight-year-old Frankie Fleetwood stole the show at Wednesday's family-friendly Masters Par 3 Contest, which saw Aaron Rai win and four holes-in-one.

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN Top News
Flick furious over bizarre 'clear red' in Barça loss

Flick furious over bizarre 'clear red' in Barça loss

Hansi Flick raged that Barcelona should have been given a penalty and Marc Pubill sent off after his team crashed to a 2-0 defeat to Atlético Madrid a…

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN Top News
Cousins: I shouldn't play if not Raiders' best QB

Cousins: I shouldn't play if not Raiders' best QB

Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins is aware that Las Vegas is expected to draft Fernando Mendoza and says he only wants to play if it's determined he's …

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN Top News
📈 Ranking top men's hoops players in the portal

📈 Ranking top men's hoops players in the portal

More than 1,000 players have entered the portal less than 24 hours after it opened. Here's the top talent.

Apr 8, 2026  •  ESPN Top News
Cade Cunningham, Isaiah Stewart return for Pistons' blowout win vs Bucks

Cade Cunningham, Isaiah Stewart return for Pistons' blowout win vs Bucks

Cade Cunningham and Isaiah Stewart returned from lengthy absences to help the Pistons finish the home portion of their schedule with a victory. Cade C…

Apr 8, 2026  •  Yahoo Sports
Detroit Lions NFL Draft Injury Report: LSU S AJ Haulcy

Detroit Lions NFL Draft Injury Report: LSU S AJ Haulcy

AJ Haulcy NFL Draft medical report. Full injury analysis heading into the 2026 NFL draft. How will it affect Detroit Lions draft strategy? The Lions' …

Apr 8, 2026  •  Yahoo Sports

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