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5 NBA MVPs With Fewest Games Played – From Karl Malone to LeBron James
MVP voters have rarely considered production over availiability. Here are the few rare instances it has happened in the NBA.
Nuggets’ Spencer Jones Discusses Fit Alongside Nikola Jokic & Jamal Murray,
Strategic Role With Adam Silver and More (Exclusive)
Undrafted to Nuggets contributor, Spencer Jones talks fitting with Jokic & Murray, earning trust in Denver, and meeting Adam Silver. Read more.
Macklin Celebrini’s Father Reveals How Stephen Curry’s Influence Helped
“Inconsolable” Son After Olympics Upset
Stephen Curry's impact helped an inconsolable Macklin Celebrini after Olympics loss as his father revealed the truth.
Is Lonzo Ball Retiring From NBA? Ex-Lakers Star’s Career Takes Dramatic Shift
After Latest Report
Retirement rumors swirl around Lonzo Ball as former No.2 pick's career takes odd turn. Here's everything you need to know!
Wolves’ Donte DiVincenzo Opens Up on Chemistry With Anthony Edwards, Playing
Through Broken Nose & More (Exclusive)
In an Exclusive with EssentiallySports, Minnesota's Donte DiVincenzo talked about his expanded role, playing through a broken nose, and more.
Draymond Green Defends Deandre Ayton From Public Scrutiny Amid Clint Capela
Controversy
Deandre Ayton finds rare support from Draymond Green amidst the fan's criticism of latest Clint Capela drama.
Charles Barkley Confirms Retirement Date After Calling Out Adam Silver
Charles Barkley shares exit decision with Inside the NBA as he calls out NBA Commissioner Adam Silver for broadcasting decision.
Championship or Bust – 7 NBA Franchises With Win-Now Mentality
The NBA is firmly into the start of a new era with several teams at the forefront. But which franchises are truly built to win it all now?
“RIP”: Ex-Lakers Star’s Death Saddens Basketball World
Basketball community mourn the sad demise of 74-year-old ex-Lakers legend as they pour in prayers and kind words on social media.
Orlando Magic’s Jalen Suggs Opens Up on Injuries, Paolo Banchero’s Season &
Franz Wagner’s Mindset (Exclusive)
Jalen Suggs spoke to EssentiallySports about his season, the battle with injuries and the team's stars Paolo Banchero & Franz Wagner.
10 NBA Careers Destroyed by Unfortunate Injuries — From Derrick Rose to Tracy
McGrady
Had it not been for numerous tough injuries, these iconic names could have gone on to become the very best to ever play in the NBA.
10 Best 2-Way Players in NBA Right Now – From Giannis Antetokounmpo to Jaylen
Brown
The pool of dual-threat talent in the NBA continues to rise. Who is the best two-way player in basketball? Here is the top 10 ranking.
Lakers Announce Front Office Change After Making Decision on Rob Pelinka, Magic
Johnson’s Futures
The Los Angeles Lakers make more front office changes as they confirm Rob Pelinka and Magic Johnson's future with the organization.
“Was Going to Put Him Through the Locker” – Lakers Legend Recalls Ugly Scene
With Mark Cuban
Laker legend recalls tense moment with former Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban, crediting former teammate for calming him down.
Who Is Breskvica? All About Serbia’s Pop Queen Linked to Luka Doncic
Here's everything you need to know about Serbia's pop queen Breskvica whose name is being linked to Luka Doncic.
Michael Jordan Rejected Kobe Bryant’s Signature Moniker Over Personal Fear
Michael Jordan's fear became a turning point as Kobe Bryant acquired his signature moniker amidst Nike history.
LeBron, Luka & Reaves vs the West — Are the Lakers Good Enough to Beat OKC,
Spurs or Nuggets?
The Los Angeles Lakers stood pat at the trade deadline, so how do they stack up against some of the giants of the Western Conference?
The James Harden Effect: Why the Cavaliers Might Be Real Title Contenders?
After acquiring 11-time NBA All-Star James Harden in a trade deadline splash, just how good are the Cleveland Cavaliers now?
Scott Boras Vows To Never Let LeBron James’ $101.35M Injustice Repeat in MLB
Amid Looming Salary Cap
Scott Boras cites LeBron James while warning MLB against adopting the NBA salary cap system, which can affect players' futures.
Top 10 Most Underrated Players in the NBA Right Now – Austin Reaves, Payton
Pritchard & More
Every NBA season, there seem to be more and more players who fly under the radar. These are the 10 most underrated players in the league.
The 65-Game Rule Failed — So How Should the NBA Fix Load Management Now?
The NBA's 65-game rule was met with instant criticism, and it looks like those opposed to it were right all along.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on Pat Riley Calling Him GOAT, Bold ’85 Finals Challenge and
’88 Championship Guarantee (Exclusive)
In an Exclusive with EssentiallySports, Lakers icon Kareem Abdul-Jabbar opened up about Pat Riley and how he handled his various coaching approaches.
Who is the Biggest Threat to OKC Thunder in the West? Spurs, Nuggets, or a Dark
Horse
With the 2026 NBA playoffs just about two months away, which team projects as the biggest threat to the defending champion Thunder?
Why the Celtics Can Still Win It All if Jayson Tatum Returns This Season
As the Boston Celtics continue to make noise in the East, Jayson Tatum's return can be exactly what the team needs to reach the mountaintop.
Kon Knueppel vs Cooper Flagg: Who Truly Deserves the ROTY Award?
With the 2025-26 NBA season heating up, it is almost time to choose which first-year sensation will secure the Rookie of the Year Award.
Ahead of Pat Riley’s Statue Unveiling, Mychal Thompson, Jamaal Wilkes and Gary
Vitti Look Back at Showtime Lakers (Exclusive)
Mark Medina of EssentiallySports exclusively spoke to Mychal Thompson, Jamaal Wilkes, and Gary Vitti before Pat Riley's statue unveiling.