Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, dies at 47 from brain cancer

Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, who went on to become a pioneer for inclusion and an ambassador for the league, has died, his family announced Tuesday.

• May 13

Anthony Edwards claims MVP award, leads Stars to tourney win in an entertaining NBA All-Star Game

Anthony Edwards won the Most Valuable Player award while leading his "Stars" team past their fellow Americans on the "Stripes" team 47-21 to win the final of the NBA All-Star Game.

• Feb 15

Magic co-founder Pat Williams, who helped bring team to Orlando, dies at 84

Pat Williams died from complications related to viral pneumonia.

• Jul 18, 2024

Adam Silver Says NBA Is Ready To Change "One And Done" Rule

The commissioner told reporters during a press conference last night that he believes the league is ready to make a change.

• Jul 11, 2018

2017 NBA Holiday Wish List

The end of the year is upon us, which means it's time to create holiday wish lists. We took a shot at guessing what some people and teams around the NBA are wishing for this year.

• Dec 19, 2017

Knicks Confirm The Death Of Former NBA Player Anthony Mason

On Saturday, the Knicks confirmed the death of their former player Anthony Mason.

• Feb 28, 2015

NBA Considering Changes To The Lottery That Could Impact Sixers Plan

The NBA is considering changing the system for the NBA lottery which could impact the Sixers.

• Jul 17, 2014

Local Reaction To Donald Sterling's Ban From The NBA

Local basketball fans gathered to watch the NBA punish Donald Sterling and denounce his racist comments in the strongest terms.

• Apr 29, 2014

Clippers Owner Donald Sterling Banned For Life From NBA; Fined $2.5 Million

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver announced in a press conference on Tuesday afternoon that Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling has been banned for life from the NBA and fined him $2.5 million.

• Apr 29, 2014

All Eyes On Adam Silver As Sterling Fallout Continues

The Los Angeles Clippers have Monday off. Adam Silver likely won't get that same luxury.

• Apr 28, 2014

NBA Owner Under Fire For Racist Comments

Philadelphia's sports community is disturbed by allegations that an NBA owner made racist remarks toward minorities, and specifically toward African-Americans.

• Apr 26, 2014

Keidel: Rumored New NBA Minimum Age Would Be A Good Thing

Word on the street is that the big cheeses at the NCAA and NBA have agreed on a new age requirement for playing pro ball. NBA commissioner Adam Silver, who really doesn't need the NCAA's approval, is increasingly vocal on the matter.

• Apr 25, 2014

Collins Becomes 1st Openly Gay Active Player

Jason Collins became the NBA's first active openly gay player Sunday. His only focus was how he played basketball.

• Feb 23, 2014