A lawsuit filed in Los Angeles alleges that Jerry West agreed to pay a man $2.5 million if he helped recruit Kawhi Leonard to the Clippers.
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NBA outlines extensive coronavirus health and safety protocols for 2020-21 season
With the NBA beginning the 2020-21 season in home markets, the league has outlined some unique coronavirus safety protocols for teams and players.
Reigning NBA Sixth Man of the Year Montrezl Harrell signing two-year deal with Lakers
Montrezl Harrell has agreed to a two-year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers after spending the prior three seasons with the rival Clippers.
Pelicans, Jazz and Lakers, Clippers lock arms and kneel during national anthem before NBA restart openers
All players and coaches, as well as the referees, knelt during the anthem to protest systemic racism ahead of the NBA’s first games in Orlando.
Pelicans’ Zion Williamson leaves NBA campus for ‘urgent family medical matter’
The New Orleans rookie plans to rejoin the team, but he’ll face COVID-19 testing and possible quarantine. The season is scheduled to restart July 30.
‘Black Lives Matter’ to be painted on courts at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex for NBA’s resumed 2020 season
The NBA and the players union have agreed to have “Black Lives Matter” painted on the courts at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando.
Los Angeles Lakers begin process of finalizing deal with J.R. Smith
The Los Angeles Lakers have entered the preliminary stages of finalizing a deal with guard J.R. Smith.
Would resuming or halting the NBA season help the league’s efforts to fight racial inequality?
USA TODAY Sports talked to various sports activism experts on if a resumed NBA season would help the league’s efforts to address racial inequality.
‘The Last Dance’ takeaways: Michael Jordan, Steve Kerr explain why their relationship grew after a practice fight
“The Last Dance” showed how the bond between Michael Jordan and Steve Kerr grew after a practice fight and how MJ juggled hoops and “Space Jam.”
NBA 2K Players tournament: Predictions for event featuring basketball’s biggest names
Real NBA games won’t be resuming anytime soon, but fans can still watch some of the league’s biggest stars face off in the NBA 2K Players tournament.