With Bam Adebayo missing Monday night's game due to back soreness, an opportunity presented itself for Kel'el Ware to gain valuable minutes against a strong Cli

Highsmith received two DNP-CDs (did not play, coach’s decision) in the Heat’s first four games and has logged single-digit minutes in five games this season, as his minutes have fluctuated despite being used in a starting role for most of the schedule.

But Detroit (21-21) is ninth in the East this time around. Former Oklahoma State star Cade Cunningham has a chance to earn an All-Star selection, and new additions such as Malik Beasley and Tim Hardaway Jr. have added some much-needed 3-point shooting.

(AP) — James Harden scored 13 of his 26 points in a third-quarter revival ... Takeaways Heat: Miami center Bam Adebayo sat out with lower back pain from a fall at Portland on Saturday. Kevin Love started in his place and made three 3-pointers in the ...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Anthony Davis had 42 points and 23 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers used a huge first quarter from the All-Star center to build a 23-point lead before beating the Charlotte Hornets 112-107 on Monday night for their fourth straight win.

Fantasy Impact: A trade to Milwaukee would be a mixed bag for LaVine’s fantasy outlook. While his usage rate would likely dip playing alongside two superstars, his efficiency could see a major boost. He’d get more open looks and less defensive attention, sustaining his fantasy value as an early-to-mid-round asset.

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers (25-18) will try for their fourth consecutive victory against LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets (12-30). Anthony Davis has been a monster for LA in their last three games, averaging 29.7 points, 12.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 1.7 steals and 2.7 blocks in 33.1 minutes.

DALLAS — Jayson Tatum scored 24 points, Derrick White added 23, including Boston’s first 11 of the third quarter, and the Celtics beat the Dallas Mavericks 122-107 on Saturday night in the first meeting between the teams since the NBA Finals.

Here’s your latest NBA Rewind! There are a couple of Western Conference teams that the public, outside of understandably biased fan bases, just refuses to accept as a threat in the West. The Houston Rockets and LA Clippers have been proving themselves left and right lately.

The Lakers and Clippers have moved into the top 10 of the NBA power rankings and are beginning to look like true contenders.

NBA trade deadline rapidly approaching, here's a ranking of the best Lakers center targets to appease Anthony Davis.

The All-Star Game is quickly becoming an event that shines a spotlight on the NBA's best up-and-coming talent.No fewer than four players made their All-Star Game debuts in each of the last 11 midseason showcases,