Basketball

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard, who hasn’t played in the preseason due to inflammation in his knee, will be sidelined indefinitely to start the season, sources told ESPN.

Lonzo Ball got a rousing ovation in his long-awaited return for the Chicago Bulls after being sidelined for nearly three years because of a knee injury

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein suffered a small, nondisplaced fracture in his left hand and will be reevaluated in five to six weeks, the team announced.

Lonzo Ball scored 10 points in 15 minutes in his first NBA game in more than 1,000 days following a lengthy rehab process.

Sixers first-round pick Jared McCain has been released from the hospital after he was evaluated for a concussion, among other things, following a rough fall late in Wednesday’s preseason victory over the Nets.

Doug McDermott has agreed to a deal with the Kings, sources told ESPN.

Reigning NBA scoring champ Luka Doncic did “really, really well” after practicing with the Mavericks for the first time since suffering a calf contusion two weeks ago.

Pacers coach Rick Carlisle reached a resolution on a civil lawsuit filed by his former agent that alleged he breached their contract.

Which young stars take a spot in the top 10? Where do LeBron, Steph and KD check in? ESPN’s NBA Rank countdown concludes with the very best players for 2024-25.