<![CDATA[Memphis - The Athletic]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/location/memphis/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/static/img/transparent-background-dark-favicon-144x144.pngMemphis - The Athletichttps://www.nytimes.com/athletic/location/memphis/The Athletic Media CompanySat, 29 Jun 2024 05:13:14 GMTFri, 28 Jun 2024 21:30:43 GMT<![CDATA[NBA Draft grades for every team: Why Lakers, Jazz get top marks while Heat leave questions]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5596270/2024/06/28/nba-draft-grades-every-team-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5596270/2024/06/28/nba-draft-grades-every-team-2024/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 21:30:43 GMTDalton Knecht, right, poses for a photo with NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected 17th by the Los Angeles Lakers during the first round of the NBA basketball draft, Wednesday, June 26, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Julia Nikhinson)<![CDATA[Of course the Lakers were going to draft Bronny James and other NBA Draft takeaways]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5599169/2024/06/28/bronny-james-nba-draft-takeaways-hollinger/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5599169/2024/06/28/bronny-james-nba-draft-takeaways-hollinger/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 15:02:46 GMT<![CDATA[NBA free agency 2024: Isaiah Hartenstein tops a not-so-strong group of centers]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585200/2024/06/28/nba-free-agency-best-available-centers-isaiah-hartenstein-nic-claxton/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585200/2024/06/28/nba-free-agency-best-available-centers-isaiah-hartenstein-nic-claxton/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 08:45:33 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 30: Isaiah Hartenstein #55 of the New York Knicks reacts during the first half at Madison Square Garden on April 30, 2024 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)<![CDATA[What are the Grizzlies up to taking Zach Edey at the NBA Draft?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5598204/2024/06/27/memphis-grizzlies-zach-edey-nba-draft/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5598204/2024/06/27/memphis-grizzlies-zach-edey-nba-draft/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 01:11:31 GMTGLENDALE, ARIZONA - APRIL 06: Zach Edey #15 of the Purdue Boilermakers handles the ball while being guarded by DJ Burns Jr. #30 of the North Carolina State Wolfpack in the first half in the NCAA Men&#039;s Basketball Tournament Final Four semifinal game at State Farm Stadium on April 06, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Analysis, fits for all 58 NBA Draft picks from John Hollinger and Sam Vecenie]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5595111/2024/06/27/nba-draft-grades-analysis-2024-vecenie-hollinger/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5595111/2024/06/27/nba-draft-grades-analysis-2024-vecenie-hollinger/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 20:15:54 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 27: 2024 NBA Draft Signage is shown at Pier 17 before the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft at ESPN Seaport District Studios on June 27, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Winners and losers from 2024 NBA Draft first round: Jazz, Wizards and Lakers lead way]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5596025/2024/06/27/nba-draft-winners-losers-first-round-jazz-wizards-lakers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5596025/2024/06/27/nba-draft-winners-losers-first-round-jazz-wizards-lakers/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 13:08:53 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 26: Ron Holland (R) shakes hands with NBA commissioner Adam Silver (L) after being drafted fifth overall by the Detroit Pistons during the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft at Barclays Center on June 26, 2024 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)<![CDATA[2024 NBA second-round mock draft: What to look for on Day 2, including Bronny James]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5589676/2024/06/27/nba-mock-draft-2024-vecenie-second-round/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5589676/2024/06/27/nba-mock-draft-2024-vecenie-second-round/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 11:34:30 GMTLAS VEGAS, NEVADA - MARCH 14: Bronny James #6 of the USC Trojans looks on in the second half of a quarterfinal game against the Arizona Wildcats during the Pac-12 Conference basketball tournament at T-Mobile Arena on March 14, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Wildcats defeated the Trojans 70-49. (Photo by David Becker/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NBA free agency 2024: LeBron James stands alone atop list of power forwards]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585150/2024/06/27/nba-free-agency-best-power-forwards-lebron-james/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585150/2024/06/27/nba-free-agency-best-power-forwards-lebron-james/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 11:30:47 GMTCHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - FEBRUARY 05: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the second half of a game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on February 05, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by David Jensen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[The real story underlying the French talent invasion of the NBA]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5595869/2024/06/27/nba-draft-french-players-first-round/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5595869/2024/06/27/nba-draft-french-players-first-round/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 09:00:39 GMTZaccharie Risacher and Alexandre Sarr<![CDATA[Grizzlies draft 7-footer Zach Edey with No. 9 pick after historic Purdue career]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5593335/2024/06/26/zach-edey-nba-draft-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5593335/2024/06/26/zach-edey-nba-draft-2024/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 01:13:11 GMTCHICAGO, IL - MAY 13: Zach Edey warms up during the 2024 NBA Combine on May 13, 2024 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Kamil Krzaczynski/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[2024 NBA Draft: France dominates with Zaccharie Risacher, Alex Sarr, Tidjane Salaun leading Round 1]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5594660/2024/06/26/hawks-zaccharie-risacher-nba-draft-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5594660/2024/06/26/hawks-zaccharie-risacher-nba-draft-2024/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 00:12:55 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 26: Zaccharie Risacher (R) Shakes hands with NBA commissioner Adam Silver (L) after being drafted first overall pick by the Atlanta Hawks during the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft at Barclays Center on June 26, 2024 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Final 2024 NBA mock draft: Why we're expecting an unpredictable night]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5592856/2024/06/26/nba-mock-draft-2024-vecenie-hawks/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5592856/2024/06/26/nba-mock-draft-2024-vecenie-hawks/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 23:20:42 GMTNEW YORK - JUNE 24: NBA Draft prospects Alexandre Sarr and Zaccharie Risacher visit the Empire State Building on June 24th, 2024 in New York City, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Houston Rockets draft notebook 3.0: What I'm hearing from around the NBA]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5591866/2024/06/26/houston-rockets-nba-draft-no-3-pick/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5591866/2024/06/26/houston-rockets-nba-draft-no-3-pick/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 13:42:20 GMTOct 2, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone smiles before the preseason game against the San Antonio Spurs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[NBA free agency 2024: Paul George, OG Anunoby top strong group of small forwards]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5582527/2024/06/26/nba-free-agency-best-small-forwards-paul-george-klay-thompson/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5582527/2024/06/26/nba-free-agency-best-small-forwards-paul-george-klay-thompson/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 11:30:03 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 09: Paul George #13 of the LA Clippers during the second half of the NBA game at Footprint Center on April 09, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[2024 NBA Draft trends to watch: Teams, first-round picks, class value]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588532/2024/06/26/nba-draft-trends-team-picks-class-value/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588532/2024/06/26/nba-draft-trends-team-picks-class-value/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 09:00:17 GMTCHICAGO, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 27: DeMar DeRozan #11 and Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls look on against the Toronto Raptors during the second half at the United Center on October 27, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NBA Mock Draft 2024: What are Atlanta Hawks up to? That mystery hovers over this week]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5581150/2024/06/25/nba-mock-draft-2024-hawks-pick/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5581150/2024/06/25/nba-mock-draft-2024-hawks-pick/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 14:15:03 GMTCHICAGO, IL - MAY 12: Landry Fields of the Atlanta Hawks smiles after winning the number one overall pick during the 2024 NBA Draft Lottery on May 12, 2024 at the McCormick Convention Center in Chicago, IL. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Kena Krutsinger/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[NBA free agency 2024: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope leads top available shooting guards]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5582267/2024/06/25/nba-free-agency-shooting-guards-kentavious-caldwell-pope/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5582267/2024/06/25/nba-free-agency-shooting-guards-kentavious-caldwell-pope/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 11:30:38 GMTWASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 21: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope #5 of the Denver Nuggets looks on against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on January 21, 2024 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)<![CDATA[2024 NBA Draft Confidential: Coaches, executives, scouts on Alexandre Sarr and top big men]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585502/2024/06/25/2024-nba-draft-confidential-sarr/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585502/2024/06/25/2024-nba-draft-confidential-sarr/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 11:00:17 GMTCAIRNS, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 26: Alexandre Sarr of the Wildcats warms up prior to the round 12 NBL match between Cairns Taipans and Perth Wildcats at Cairns Convention Centre, on December 26, 2023, in Cairns, Australia. (Photo by Emily Barker/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NBA Draft 2024: John Hollinger’s Top 75 prospects, featuring Bronny James and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5578790/2024/06/25/nba-draft-prospects-hollinger-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5578790/2024/06/25/nba-draft-prospects-hollinger-2024/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 10:00:20 GMT<![CDATA[What are the biggest NBA Draft needs for each team? Assessing all 30 young cores]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5563644/2024/06/25/nba-draft-needs-young-cores/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5563644/2024/06/25/nba-draft-needs-young-cores/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:00:47 GMTBROOKLYN, NY - JUNE 22: A look of the stage before the draft during the 2023 NBA Draft on June 22, 2023 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Kostas Lymperopoulos/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[2024 NBA Draft Confidential: Coaches, executives, scouts on Risacher and top forward prospects]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5582670/2024/06/24/nba-draft-confidential-2024-forwards/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5582670/2024/06/24/nba-draft-confidential-2024-forwards/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 11:30:29 GMTPARIS, FRANCE - APRIL 28: Zaccharie Risacher (10) (Bourg en Bresse) passing the parisian defense during the French National Basketball League (LNB) game between the Paris Basket and the Bourg en Bresse at Adidas Arena on April 28, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Glenn Gervot/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Is the 2024 NBA Draft really as bad as they say? Plus, evaluating older prospects, draft talent]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5581497/2024/06/24/nba-draft-2024-talent-prospects/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5581497/2024/06/24/nba-draft-2024-talent-prospects/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 09:00:50 GMTPARIS, FRANCE - APRIL 28: Zaccharie Risacher of Bourg en Bresse Basket drives to the basket during the Betclic Elite match between Paris and Bourg en Bresse Basket at Adidas Arena on April 28, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Aurelien Meunier/Getty Images)<![CDATA[2024 NBA Draft Confidential: Coaches, executives, scouts on top guard prospects]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579738/2024/06/23/nba-draft-confidential-guards-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579738/2024/06/23/nba-draft-confidential-guards-2024/Sun, 23 Jun 2024 10:00:37 GMTSTORRS, CONNECTICUT - DECEMBER 09: Cam Spencer #12 and Stephon Castle #5 of the Connecticut Huskies celebrate during the game against the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion on December 09, 2023 in Storrs, Connecticut. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Top 100 NBA Draft prospects in 2024: Tiers, final rankings, analysis and Big Board]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579170/2024/06/21/nba-draft-2024-top-100-prospects-guide-bronny-james/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579170/2024/06/21/nba-draft-2024-top-100-prospects-guide-bronny-james/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 16:02:10 GMT<![CDATA[Imagining a mock 2024 NBA Draft using only college basketball's best prospects]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5539645/2024/06/21/nba-draft-college-basketball-reed-sheppard-stephon-castle/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5539645/2024/06/21/nba-draft-college-basketball-reed-sheppard-stephon-castle/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 11:35:18 GMT<![CDATA[NBA Player Tiers: Kevin Durant, Steph Curry hang on in Tier 1, but how much longer?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5578457/2024/06/21/nba-player-tiers-kevin-durant-steph-curry-hang-on-in-tier-1-but-how-much-longer/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5578457/2024/06/21/nba-player-tiers-kevin-durant-steph-curry-hang-on-in-tier-1-but-how-much-longer/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 09:30:54 GMT<![CDATA[NBA free agency: LeBron James, Paul George and the top 25 available players in 2024]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5570940/2024/06/20/nba-free-agency-best-available-players-lebron-james/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5570940/2024/06/20/nba-free-agency-best-available-players-lebron-james/Thu, 20 Jun 2024 15:58:23 GMT<![CDATA[NBA mock draft 2024: Donovan Clingan to Hawks? Why No. 1 pick is still up for grabs]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5571609/2024/06/20/nba-mock-draft-hawks-donovan-clingan-bronny-james/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5571609/2024/06/20/nba-mock-draft-hawks-donovan-clingan-bronny-james/Thu, 20 Jun 2024 12:21:33 GMTMar 9, 2024; Providence, Rhode Island, USA; Providence Friars guard Devin Carter (22) tries to shoot through the defense of Connecticut Huskies guard Stephon Castle (5) and center Donovan Clingan (32) during the first half at Amica Mutual Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[NBA Player Tiers: Wembanyama joins LeBron, Jalen Brunson and other All-NBA contenders]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5575511/2024/06/20/nba-player-tiers-victor-wembanyama-jalen-brunson-anthony-edwards-all-star/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5575511/2024/06/20/nba-player-tiers-victor-wembanyama-jalen-brunson-anthony-edwards-all-star/Thu, 20 Jun 2024 10:00:54 GMT<![CDATA[Excerpt from The Athletic's 'The Basketball 100': A game where 'talent and will' win out]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5573843/2024/06/20/the-athletic-basketball-100-book-intro-excerpt/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5573843/2024/06/20/the-athletic-basketball-100-book-intro-excerpt/Thu, 20 Jun 2024 09:00:09 GMT<![CDATA[NBA Player Tiers: Tyrese Haliburton, Tyrese Maxey and Tier 3's All-Star level of play]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5572480/2024/06/19/nba-player-tiers-tyrese-haliburton-tyrese-maxey-all-star/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5572480/2024/06/19/nba-player-tiers-tyrese-haliburton-tyrese-maxey-all-star/Wed, 19 Jun 2024 11:00:55 GMT<![CDATA[NBA Player Tiers: Why Karl-Anthony Towns, an All-Star, is in Tier 4 with elite role players]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5558292/2024/06/18/nba-player-tiers-4-karl-anthony-towns-aaron-gordon/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5558292/2024/06/18/nba-player-tiers-4-karl-anthony-towns-aaron-gordon/Tue, 18 Jun 2024 09:30:21 GMT<![CDATA[Hey, Celtics: Joe Mazzulla says it's OK to smile + thoughts on Kyrie Irving, late Jerry West]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5568884/2024/06/17/joe-mazzula-jayson-tatum-celtics-mavericks-nba-finals-jerry-west/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5568884/2024/06/17/joe-mazzula-jayson-tatum-celtics-mavericks-nba-finals-jerry-west/Mon, 17 Jun 2024 10:00:50 GMTBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MAY 15: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics reacts against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the third quarter in Game Five of the Eastern Conference Second Round Playoffs at TD Garden on May 15, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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(Photo by Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Jerry West, NBA legend and league's logo silhouette, dies at 86]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5558616/2024/06/12/jerry-west-dead/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5558616/2024/06/12/jerry-west-dead/Wed, 12 Jun 2024 14:17:26 GMTLOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 20: Los Angeles Clippers special consultant Jerry West looks on before a NBA game between the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Clippers on November 20, 2019 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Those late whistles NBA fans and players hate? There's a method to the madness]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5544233/2024/06/11/nba-referees-officials-late-calls-cadence-whistle/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5544233/2024/06/11/nba-referees-officials-late-calls-cadence-whistle/Tue, 11 Jun 2024 09:00:29 GMT<![CDATA[2024 NBA Draft mailbag: Spurs drafting for Wemby's timeline, Rockets' perfect prospect and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5546494/2024/06/10/nba-draft-2024-spurs-rockets-teams/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5546494/2024/06/10/nba-draft-2024-spurs-rockets-teams/Mon, 10 Jun 2024 10:35:01 GMTNEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - APRIL 05: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs participates in warmups prior to a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on April 05, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tyler Kaufman/Getty Images)<![CDATA[2024 NBA Draft: Do the Pistons have trade partners for No. 5 pick?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5550445/2024/06/10/nba-draft-pistons-trade-partners/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5550445/2024/06/10/nba-draft-pistons-trade-partners/Mon, 10 Jun 2024 09:00:37 GMTCHICAGO,IL - MAY 16: The Detroit Pistons receive the 5th Pick during the 2023 NBA Draft Lottery at McCormick Place on May 16, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Kamil Krzaczynski/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[NBA Mock Draft 2024: Alexandre Sarr, Zaccharie Risacher emerge as top picks in unpredictable draft]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5528904/2024/06/05/nba-mock-draft-2024-vecenie-alex-sarr/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5528904/2024/06/05/nba-mock-draft-2024-vecenie-alex-sarr/Wed, 05 Jun 2024 12:17:47 GMT<![CDATA[Ranking the best players in the NCAA men's basketball transfer portal]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5360188/2024/06/05/ncaa-transfers-portal-rankings-list/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5360188/2024/06/05/ncaa-transfers-portal-rankings-list/Wed, 05 Jun 2024 12:00:15 GMTLAS VEGAS, NEVADA - DECEMBER 23: Johnell Davis #1 of the Florida Atlantic Owls gestures for calm after the Arizona Wildcats scored off of a turnover in the second half of the Desert Classic at T-Mobile Arena on December 23, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Owls defeated the Wildcats 96-95 in double overtime. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Are new NBA schedule and rules to blame for an uptick in player injuries? Execs weigh in]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5539917/2024/06/05/nba-playoffs-injuries-players-schedule-rules-execs/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5539917/2024/06/05/nba-playoffs-injuries-players-schedule-rules-execs/Wed, 05 Jun 2024 09:00:05 GMTMIAMI, FLORIDA - APRIL 29: Kristaps Porzingis #8 of the Boston Celtics leaves the game against the Miami Heat during the second quarter after suffering an apparent injury in game four of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs at Kaseya Center on April 29, 2024 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Men's college basketball Top 25: Alabama, Gonzaga lead post-NBA withdrawal deadline]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5527619/2024/05/30/college-basketball-top-25-nba-withdrawal-prospects/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5527619/2024/05/30/college-basketball-top-25-nba-withdrawal-prospects/Thu, 30 May 2024 11:10:48 GMT<![CDATA[Does age matter in the NBA Draft? Plus, Bronny James' draft status and the Nuggets' CBA problem]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5513010/2024/05/30/does-age-matter-in-the-nba-draft-plus-bronny-james-draft-status-and-the-nuggets-cba-problem/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5513010/2024/05/30/does-age-matter-in-the-nba-draft-plus-bronny-james-draft-status-and-the-nuggets-cba-problem/Thu, 30 May 2024 09:00:43 GMTCHICAGO, IL - MAY 14: Bronny James talks to the media during the 2024 NBA Combine on May 14, 2024 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. 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Plus, the new CBA goes into effect]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5510838/2024/05/24/nba-media-rights-deal-player-salary-cba-contract/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5510838/2024/05/24/nba-media-rights-deal-player-salary-cba-contract/Fri, 24 May 2024 14:48:16 GMTMINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - MAY 12: A view of the NBA on TNT logo on a broadcast camera prior to the start of the third quarter of Game Four of the Western Conference Second Round Playoffs between the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center on May 12, 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Nuggets defeated the Timberwolves 115-107. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Tony Allen says Grizzlies retiring his jersey is 'a dream come true' for Grit-and-Grind legend]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5515915/2024/05/24/tony-allen-grizzlies-jersey-retirement-grit/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5515915/2024/05/24/tony-allen-grizzlies-jersey-retirement-grit/Fri, 24 May 2024 10:05:16 GMT<![CDATA[Using the NBA Draft Combine and semifinals as a reset on positional size]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5500591/2024/05/23/using-the-nba-draft-combine-and-semifinals-as-a-reset-on-positional-size/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5500591/2024/05/23/using-the-nba-draft-combine-and-semifinals-as-a-reset-on-positional-size/Thu, 23 May 2024 09:00:30 GMTGLENDALE, ARIZONA - APRIL 08: Donovan Clingan #32 and Stephon Castle #5 of the Connecticut Huskies celebrate after beating the Purdue Boilermakers 75-60 to win the NCAA Men&#039;s Basketball Tournament National Championship game at State Farm Stadium on April 08, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Victor Wembanyama, Chet Holmgren lead NBA's All-Rookie First Team]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5507458/2024/05/20/nba-all-rookie-wembanyama-holmgren/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5507458/2024/05/20/nba-all-rookie-wembanyama-holmgren/Mon, 20 May 2024 18:39:46 GMTSAN ANTONIO, TX - FEBRUARY 29: Forward Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs guards Oklahoma City Thunder Forward Chet Holmgren #7 during a game at Frost Bank Center on February 29, 2024 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Brien Aho/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Bronny and LeBron, coaching hot-seat chatter and other NBA Draft Combine takeaways]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5503204/2024/05/19/bronny-james-nba-draft-combine-takeaways/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5503204/2024/05/19/bronny-james-nba-draft-combine-takeaways/Sun, 19 May 2024 11:00:30 GMTMay 15, 2024; Chicago, IL, USA; Bronny James participates in the 2024 NBA Draft Combine at Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Defending the 3-point shot: How NBA defenses are doing it, other than just praying]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5490931/2024/05/14/3-point-shot-nba-defense-playoffs/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5490931/2024/05/14/3-point-shot-nba-defense-playoffs/Tue, 14 May 2024 14:33:44 GMTLos Angeles, CA - April 27: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets hoots a three pointer over Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the second half of game 4 of a first round NBA playoff basketball game at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Saturday, April 27, 2024. (Photo by Keith Birmingham/MediaNews Group/Pasadena Star-News via Getty Images)<![CDATA[NBA Draft 2024: Ron Holland sits No. 1 on John Hollinger's Top 20 prospects list]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5484657/2024/05/13/nba-draft-2024-top-prospects-players-hollinger/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5484657/2024/05/13/nba-draft-2024-top-prospects-players-hollinger/Mon, 13 May 2024 14:36:05 GMT<![CDATA[2024 NBA Draft order: Which teams pick when for all 58 selections]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5487655/2024/05/12/nba-draft-order-2024-round-by-round-team-by-team/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5487655/2024/05/12/nba-draft-order-2024-round-by-round-team-by-team/Sun, 12 May 2024 20:56:22 GMTLAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 09: A general view of the court shows the NBA logo during a game between the Sacramento Kings and the Memphis Grizzlies during the 2017 NBA Summer League at the Cox Pavilion on July 9, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The NBA unveiled a refreshed logo during the 2017 Las Vegas Summer League. A modified version of Action font, customized for the league, will be used for the letters N-B-A in the primary logo. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sam Wasson/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NBA mock draft 2024: Alex Sarr to Hawks in first post-lottery projection]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5483958/2024/05/12/nba-mock-draft-2024-lottery-hawks-vecenie/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5483958/2024/05/12/nba-mock-draft-2024-lottery-hawks-vecenie/Sun, 12 May 2024 20:13:08 GMT<![CDATA[2024 NBA Draft Lottery: Hawks win No. 1 pick after having 3 percent chance to claim top spot]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5487634/2024/05/12/nba-draft-lottery-picks-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5487634/2024/05/12/nba-draft-lottery-picks-2024/Sun, 12 May 2024 19:45:44 GMTMay 12, 2024; Chicago, IL, USA; Atlanta Hawks general manager Landry Fields (right) and Mark Tatum Deputy commissioner of the NBA after the Hawks get the number one pick in the 2024 NBA Draft Lottery at McCormick Place West. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Timberwolves' Mike Conley talks Anthony Edwards, aging in NBA and his 'match made in heaven']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5483179/2024/05/10/mike-conley-interview-timberwolves-nuggets-nba/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5483179/2024/05/10/mike-conley-interview-timberwolves-nuggets-nba/Fri, 10 May 2024 10:00:46 GMTDENVER, CO - MAY 4: Mike Conley #10 of the Minnesota Timberwolves dribbles the ball during the game against the Denver Nuggets during Round 2 Game 1 of the 2024 NBA Playoffs on May 4, 2024 at the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. 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Finals favorite?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5433545/2024/04/22/nba-player-poll-2024-lebron-jordan-goat-celtics-nuggets-rudy-gobert-timberwolves/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5433545/2024/04/22/nba-player-poll-2024-lebron-jordan-goat-celtics-nuggets-rudy-gobert-timberwolves/Mon, 22 Apr 2024 11:00:41 GMT<![CDATA[NBA playoffs 2024 predictions: Anonymous scout, coach, exec pick first-round winners]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5428680/2024/04/19/nba-playoff-predictions-first-round-anonymous/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5428680/2024/04/19/nba-playoff-predictions-first-round-anonymous/Fri, 19 Apr 2024 15:30:22 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 10: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks dribbles as Kyle Lowry #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers defends during the second half at Madison Square Garden on March 10, 2024 in New York City. The 76ers won 79-73. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)<![CDATA[2024 NBA Draft Big Board: Stephon Castle, Donovan Clingan rise into Top 5 after title run]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5382764/2024/04/19/nba-draft-big-board-stephon-castle-donovan-clingan-connecticut/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5382764/2024/04/19/nba-draft-big-board-stephon-castle-donovan-clingan-connecticut/Fri, 19 Apr 2024 10:01:10 GMTGLENDALE, ARIZONA - APRIL 08: Donovan Clingan #32 and Stephon Castle #5 of the Connecticut Huskies celebrate after beating the Purdue Boilermakers 75-60 to win the NCAA Men&#039;s Basketball Tournament National Championship game at State Farm Stadium on April 08, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NBA Power Rankings: Thunder move up as playoffs near; what’s next for each team?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5396948/2024/04/16/nba-power-rankings-thunder-playoffs-expectations/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5396948/2024/04/16/nba-power-rankings-thunder-playoffs-expectations/Tue, 16 Apr 2024 17:20:01 GMT<![CDATA[Evaluating the 2024 NBA free-agent class, from Klay Thompson to DeMar DeRozan and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5383794/2024/04/16/nba-free-agency-2024-klay-thompson-demar-derozan/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5383794/2024/04/16/nba-free-agency-2024-klay-thompson-demar-derozan/Tue, 16 Apr 2024 12:00:04 GMTSAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 02: Klay Thompson #11 of the Golden State Warriors is guarded by DeMar DeRozan #11 of the Chicago Bulls at Chase Center on December 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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(Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NBA Pre-Postseason Player Tiers 1 and 2: Wembanyama quickly rising; Giannis, Jokić steady at top]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5400242/2024/04/12/nba-player-tiers-postseason-wembanyama-jokic-giannis/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5400242/2024/04/12/nba-player-tiers-postseason-wembanyama-jokic-giannis/Fri, 12 Apr 2024 10:05:21 GMT<![CDATA[After a disastrous year, what should the Memphis Grizzlies do in the offseason?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5404036/2024/04/11/memphis-grizzlies-ja-morant-nba-draft/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5404036/2024/04/11/memphis-grizzlies-ja-morant-nba-draft/Thu, 11 Apr 2024 11:05:04 GMTMEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - MARCH 16: Desmond Bane #22 of the Memphis Grizzlies and Jaren Jackson Jr. #13 during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at FedExForum on March 16, 2024 in Memphis, Tennessee. 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(Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NBA Pre-Postseason Player Tiers 3 and 4: All-Star point guards, 4 Celtics and some Thunder]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5399796/2024/04/11/nba-pre-postseason-player-tiers-zion-haliburton-gobert/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5399796/2024/04/11/nba-pre-postseason-player-tiers-zion-haliburton-gobert/Thu, 11 Apr 2024 10:05:32 GMT<![CDATA[A week in the life of an NBA player: Candle-making, mentoring and family time]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5392824/2024/04/10/raptors-garrett-temple-family-week-life-nba/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5392824/2024/04/10/raptors-garrett-temple-family-week-life-nba/Wed, 10 Apr 2024 10:05:01 GMT<![CDATA[Tennessee judge rules Grizzlies' Ja Morant acted in self defense in altercation with teenager]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5403457/2024/04/09/grizzlies-ja-morant-self-defense-ruling/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5403457/2024/04/09/grizzlies-ja-morant-self-defense-ruling/Tue, 09 Apr 2024 21:45:20 GMTATLANTA, GEORGIA - DECEMBER 23: Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies warms up prior to facing the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on December 23, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. 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How can the league fix it?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5393160/2024/04/05/nba-standings-spurs-grizzlies-hornets-pistons/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5393160/2024/04/05/nba-standings-spurs-grizzlies-hornets-pistons/Fri, 05 Apr 2024 14:29:58 GMTCHARLOTTE, NC - APRIL 3: Scoot Henderson #00 of the Portland Trail Blazers drives to the basket during the game as Grant Williams #2 of the Charlotte Hornets plays defense on April 3, 2024 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Brock Williams-Smith/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[PJ Haggerty, former Tulsa guard and top-3 transfer, commits to Memphis]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5391529/2024/04/04/pj-haggerty-transfer-memphis/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5391529/2024/04/04/pj-haggerty-transfer-memphis/Thu, 04 Apr 2024 16:25:49 GMTFeb 21, 2024; Wichita, Kansas, USA; Tulsa Golden Hurricane guard PJ Haggerty (4) brings the ball up court around Wichita State Shockers guard Harlond Beverly (20) during the second half at Charles Koch Arena. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[NBA Power Rankings: Mavericks near contender status; one favorite player on each team]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5368811/2024/04/02/nba-power-rankings-mavericks-favorite-player/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5368811/2024/04/02/nba-power-rankings-mavericks-favorite-player/Tue, 02 Apr 2024 16:08:47 GMT<![CDATA[NBA awards 2024: Predicting the positionless All-NBA and All-Defensive teams]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5384247/2024/04/02/all-nba-all-defensive-teams-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5384247/2024/04/02/all-nba-all-defensive-teams-2024/Tue, 02 Apr 2024 10:05:32 GMTJan 10, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) goes to the basket past Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[New scene at NBA games: Fans screaming at players about their losing bets]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5381978/2024/04/02/nba-gambling-players-fans-interactions/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5381978/2024/04/02/nba-gambling-players-fans-interactions/Tue, 02 Apr 2024 09:00:55 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, IN - JANUARY 3: Tyrese Haliburton #0 of the Indiana Pacers looks on during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on January 3, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. 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NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photos by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Why is scoring down recently in the NBA? A deep dive into the numbers behind the decline]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5357318/2024/03/22/nba-scoring-decline-numbers-points/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5357318/2024/03/22/nba-scoring-decline-numbers-points/Fri, 22 Mar 2024 10:05:57 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PA - FEBRUARY 7: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors shoots a free throw during the game on February 7, 2024 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. 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