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Lakers offseason questions begin after playoff sweep: LeBron’s future, Luka’s timeline, and the Giannis factor

Jennifer Bubel — Tue, 12 May 2026 15:07:00 GMT

A four-game sweep at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder eliminated the Los Angeles Lakers from the playoffs. And it also happened to expose just how far they still are from contention, even after reshaping the roster around Luka Doncic.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors: These are the NBA teams where the Greek superstar could end up

Sebastián Gómez — Mon, 11 May 2026 20:40:19 GMT

The clock is finally running out on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s time with the Milwaukee Bucks. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the franchise is now open to taking calls and trade proposals for the Greek superstar — a turning point after nearly two years of tension, speculation, and behind‑the‑scenes frustration.

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Cleveland Cavaliers
Boston Celtics
New York Knicks
Los Angeles Lakers

Frimpong quotes Giannis Antetokounmpo after Liverpool’s trophyless season

Dane Arlauckas — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:35:03 GMT

Liverpool turn their attention back to the Premier League following their crash out of the Champions League against the defending champions PSG. No Champions League means no titles this year, but first year Liverpool man Frimpong doesn’t think this season has been a waste.

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The NBA’s 65‑game rule sparks controversy as stars like Luka Doncic, Edwards and Cunningham face award ineligibility

Mike Maestre — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:22:16 GMT

The debate has been heated from the moment it began. In an effort to curb “load management” and prevent stars from sitting out regular‑season games without clear justification, the NBA introduced a new policy that directly affects the league’s biggest individual awards. And because awards are tied to money — often a lot of money — the backlash has been loud.

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When will the NBA MVP be announced? Timeline, format, and latest race update

Jennifer Bubel — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:55:52 GMT

As the 2025–26 NBA regular season winds down, the NBA MVP race is heating up. There is just a little over a week left for players to prove themselves, but even after the season ends, we will have to wait a little bit to find out who the winner is.

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When was the last time Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks didn’t make the NBA playoffs?

Jennifer Bubel — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:08:16 GMT

For more than a decade, the Milwaukee Bucks have been a fixture in the NBA postseason. But that streak officially came to an end in 2026 after a disappointing, injury-plagued season that saw Milwaukee fall out of both the playoff and play-in picture.

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The NBPA intervenes on behalf of Giannis Antetokounmpo: “anti-tanking policies are only as effective as their enforcement”

Paul Reidy — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:57:33 GMT

The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) has intensified its stance on anti-tanking policies, specifically using the Milwaukee Bucks’ attempt to “shut down” Giannis Antetokounmpo in March 2026 as a primary case for reform.

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Inside the Lakers’ new era: ownership shift, LeBron’s uncertain future, Doncic plan

Anton Vakula,Andy Hall — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:48:52 GMT

“The most important thing for him (Jerry Buss) was keeping the Lakers at the top of the NBA—and that requires very specific resources.”

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Giannis Antetokounmpo wholesome moment with sons who were in awe of Wemby

Dane Arlauckas — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 23:48:05 GMT

When you gather all of the best basketball players in the world in one city, at one stadium, all hanging out with each other, you are sure to get some fantastic clips that go viral on social media. That was the case with Giannis Antetokounmpo who didn’t play in the All-Star Game, but had his kids with him court side and they stole the show.

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Giannis enters the Messi vs Ronaldo GOAT debate with a surprising comparison

Jennifer Bubel — Sun, 15 Feb 2026 22:54:01 GMT

When Giannis Antetokounmpo talks about greatness, people listen. It doesn’t matter if the conversation is about basketball or soccer.

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2026 NBA All-Star Game new format explained: Date, time, teams, players, coaches and how to watch and stream online

Andy Hall — Sun, 15 Feb 2026 19:00:00 GMT

The countdown to the 2026 NBA All-Star Game has begun. This weekend, the regular season is put on the back burner as the top stars from the best basketball league in the world head to Los Angeles for three days of unrivaled skills, thrills and quality entertainment.

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2026 NBA All Star Game schedule: Sunday February 15

Round-robin tournament

Game 1: USA Stars vs. Team World (5:00 pm ET)
Game 2: USA Stripes vs. Winner of USA Stars/Team World (5:55 pm ET)
Game 3: USA Stripes vs. Loser of USA Stars/Team World (6:25 pm ET)

Championship game

Game 4 TBD vs. TBD (7:10 pm ET)

2026 NBA All Star Game schedule: teams and players

USA Stars

Head coach

J. B. Bickerstaff (Detroit Pistons)

Starters

Cade Cunningham (Detroit Pistons)
Tyrese Maxey (Philadelphia 76ers)

Reserves

Scottie Barnes (Toronto Raptors)
Devin Booker (Phoenix Suns)
Jalen Duren (Detroit Pistons)
Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves)
Chet Holmgren (Oklahoma City Thunder)
Jalen Johnson (Atlanta Hawks)

USA Stripes

Head coach

Mitch Johnson (San Antonio Spurs)

Starters

Jaylen Brown (Boston Celtics)
Jalen Brunson (New York Knicks)

Reserves

Kevin Durant (Houston Rockets)
Brandon Ingram (Toronto Raptors)
LeBron James (Los Angeles Lakers)
Kawhi Leonard (Los Angeles Clippers)
Donovan Mitchell (Cleveland Cavaliers)
Norman Powell (Miami Heat)

Team World

Head coach

Darko Rajakovic (Toronto Raptors)

Starters

Giannis Antetokounmpo (Milwaukee Bucks)
Luka Doncic (Los Angeles Lakers)
Nikola Jokic (Denver Nuggets)
Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs)

Reserves

Deni Avdija (Portland Trail Blazers)
Jamal Murray (Denver Nuggets)
Alperen Şengün (Houston Rockets)
Pascal Siakam (Indiana Pacers)
Karl-Anthony Towns (New York Knicks)

From Steph Curry to Giannis: The biggest absences from the 2026 NBA All-Star Game

Sebastián Gómez,Roddy Cons — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 12:45:32 GMT

The NBA All-Star Game is supposed to be a celebration of the sport at its peak. But the 2026 edition arrives with a very different storyline. A string of high-profile injuries has dramatically altered the landscape, sidelining some of the most dominant players of the season just as the spotlight turns brightest.

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2026 NBA All-Star Game new format explained: Date, time, teams, players, coaches and how to watch and stream online

Andy Hall — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 08:16:14 GMT

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2026 NBA All Star Game schedule: Sunday February 15

Round-robin tournament

Game 1: USA Stars vs. Team World (5:00 pm ET)
Game 2: USA Stripes vs. Winner of USA Stars/Team World (5:55 pm ET)
Game 3: USA Stripes vs. Loser of USA Stars/Team World (6:25 pm ET)

Championship game

Game 4 TBD vs. TBD (7:10 pm ET)

2026 NBA All Star Game schedule: teams and players

USA Stars

Head coach

J. B. Bickerstaff (Detroit Pistons)

Starters

Cade Cunningham (Detroit Pistons)
Tyrese Maxey (Philadelphia 76ers)

Reserves

Scottie Barnes (Toronto Raptors)
Devin Booker (Phoenix Suns)
Jalen Duren (Detroit Pistons)
Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves)
Chet Holmgren (Oklahoma City Thunder)
Jalen Johnson (Atlanta Hawks)

USA Stripes

Head coach

Mitch Johnson (San Antonio Spurs)

Starters

Jaylen Brown (Boston Celtics)
Jalen Brunson (New York Knicks)

Reserves

Kevin Durant (Houston Rockets)
Brandon Ingram (Toronto Raptors)
LeBron James (Los Angeles Lakers)
Kawhi Leonard (Los Angeles Clippers)
Donovan Mitchell (Cleveland Cavaliers)
Norman Powell (Miami Heat)

Team World

Head coach

Darko Rajakovic (Toronto Raptors)

Starters

Giannis Antetokounmpo (Milwaukee Bucks)
Luka Doncic (Los Angeles Lakers)
Nikola Jokic (Denver Nuggets)
Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs)

Reserves

Deni Avdija (Portland Trail Blazers)
Jamal Murray (Denver Nuggets)
Alperen Şengün (Houston Rockets)
Pascal Siakam (Indiana Pacers)
Karl-Anthony Towns (New York Knicks)

Lakers’ long-term plan looks beyond Doncic-Giannis pairing

Juanma Rubio,Andy Hall — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 06:41:00 GMT

Luka Doncic, who left the game against the Philadelphia 76ers after hurting his left leg, appears to have avoided a serious injury. Even so, he’s dealing with a hamstring strain that will require caution and could sideline him for a few days. The timing is fortunate: with the NBA All-Star Weekend coming up, the league enters a week-long break—giving the Slovenian star a chance to recover without missing many games. Still, the Lakers’ “Big Three” can’t catch a break.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo staying in Milwaukee through trade deadline

Dane Arlauckas — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 18:28:04 GMT

The Milwaukee Bucks have been in a limbo with their All-Star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo for weeks if not months, but it seems like the franchise that drafted the Greek Freak will be hanging on to him a little while longer.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors: These four teams lead the race

José Ignacio Pinilla,Roddy Cons — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 06:26:10 GMT

The trade market for Giannis Antetokounmpo is heating up fast. With the NBA trade deadline just two days away, set for Thursday, Feb. 5 at 3 p.m. ET, the Milwaukee Bucks have submitted multiple counteroffers to teams interested in the Greek superstar, according to ESPN. Antetokounmpo, 31, stands 6-foot-11 and remains one of the league’s most valuable players.

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Miami Heat could offer a way out for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Sebastián Gómez,William Gittins — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 23:19:25 GMT

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future in Milwaukee is no longer guaranteed. In recent days, the two-time league MVP admitted he is considering leaving the Bucks to begin a new chapter in his career.

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The NBA goes crazy for Giannis and the Golden State Warriors

Sebastián Gómez,Joe Brennan — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 21:40:16 GMT

The NBA is going through a period of real turmoil, with Giannis Antetokounmpo at the centre of every conversation. After 13 seasons with the Milwaukee Bucks, the future of the two-time MVP is clouded by uncertainty and conflicting reports that point to a possible imminent departure. The Greek Freak’s dominance, status and media presence turn any rumour into a seismic event for the league, especially when historic franchises enter the picture.

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The Warriors fan favorite who may have to make way for Giannis

Joe Brennan — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 22:02:03 GMT

As the NBA trade deadline looms large like a spectre on the horizon, speculation about a potentially Earth-shattering move involving Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Golden State Warriors has reached terminal velocity.

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First team emerges as potential Giannis destination

Joe Brennan — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 22:29:22 GMT

Millions of years of failing in the wilderness causes organisms to adapt to survive. One wrong step, one leaf out of reach, one single lapse of concentration, a failure to see the shadow, evade the hunter, or smell the danger is enough to be eaten and never live again.

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Giannis set to leave the Bucks: which team could sign him?

José Ignacio Pinilla,Joe Brennan — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:36:22 GMT

The first domino looks ready to fall. Shams Charania of ESPN reported on Wednesday that Giannis Antetokounmpo is prepared to leave the Milwaukee Bucks.

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How the Giannis injury affects his trade chances

Joe Brennan — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:29:55 GMT

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s situation with the Milwaukee Bucks has once again become a swirling torrent of gossip around the NBA as the February 5 trade deadline launches toward us like a runaway meteorite.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo reveals injury status: how long will the Bucks star be out?

Calum Roche — Sat, 24 Jan 2026 07:09:31 GMT

Giannis Antetokounmpo offered a candid update on his injury status after Friday night’s game, acknowledging he is bracing for a potentially lengthy absence.

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Giannis hits out at “selfish” teammates after another blowout loss

Joe Brennan — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:29:08 GMT

The mood around the Milwaukee Bucks is tense as star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered a scathing assessment of his team’s internal struggles following another lopsided defeat.

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No smoke without fire? Giannis trade rumours fail to fade away

Joe Brennan — Sun, 18 Jan 2026 16:30:59 GMT

With the NBA trade deadline looming, the chattering of teeth linking Giannis Antetokounmpo to a departure from the Milwaukee Bucks refuses to go cease.

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