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Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden dribbling the ball during an NBA game
Basketball

Cleveland Cavaliers’ James Harden suffers non-displaced thumb fracture

Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden has suffered a non-displaced fracture in his right thumb but remains questionable for Wednesday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dribbling the ball for the Oklahoma City Thunder during an NBA game
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Gilgeous-Alexander and Jokic risk NBA MVP ineligibility over game limits

NBA MVP favourites Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic are at risk of disqualification for the award as they near the league's 17-game absence limit.

Luka Doncic holding the basketball while being defended by Orlando Magic players during the final seconds of the game.
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Magic stun Lakers as Doncic and James combine to botch final play

Luka Doncic admits he 'should have attacked' as the LA Lakers blow a late lead against Orlando following a chaotic final possession involving LeBron James.

Charlotte Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel shooting a basketball during an NBA game against the Chicago Bulls
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Charlotte Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel sets NBA three-point record

Rookie Kon Knueppel becomes the fastest player to hit 200 three-pointers in NBA history as the Charlotte Hornets thrash the Chicago Bulls.

Kevin Durant wearing the Team USA jersey during an Olympic basketball match
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Kevin Durant targets spot on Team USA for Los Angeles 2028 Olympics

Kevin Durant has confirmed he wants to be considered for the United States team at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. The Phoenix Suns star is eyeing a record-extending fifth appearance.

Victor Wembanyama blocking a shot during the San Antonio Spurs game against the Detroit Pistons
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Spurs beat Pistons as Wembanyama stars in potential Finals preview

San Antonio extend their winning streak to nine games as Victor Wembanyama dominates defensively against Eastern Conference leaders Detroit.

Duke players celebrating on the court after securing a victory against Michigan
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Duke reclaim top spot in AP poll following win over Michigan

Duke have returned to the top of the AP poll, overtaking Michigan to extend their all-time record for weeks ranked number one.

Kevin Durant celebrating with his fourth Olympic gold medal while playing for Team USA basketball
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Kevin Durant confirms desire to play for USA at 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

Kevin Durant insists he wants to play for Team USA at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, dismissing retirement rumours as the national team enters a transition period.