BASKETBALL

Realizing they probably can't pair LeBron James with a superstar in 2018, the Lakers have their eyes on 2019.

Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving is expected to return after missing three games with a quadriceps injury.

Kobe Bryant hinted about his cameo in “How to Get Away With Murder” Season 4.

Milwaukee Bucks big man Giannis Antetokounmpo left Sunday's game with an ankle injury.

The Chicago Bulls have sent forward Nikola Mirotic and other assets to the New Orleans Pelicans.

The New York Knicks will have a hard time trading Joakim Noah.

The Golden State Warriors would have to make several moves for a chance at signing LeBron James.

Several players could be dealt before the Feb. 8 trade deadline.

Former NBA player Rasual Butler and his wife died in a car accident in California.

Nikola Mirotic is a top candidate to get dealt in the coming days.

The LA Clippers, in a blockbuster deal, have sent All-Star forward Blake Griffin to the Pistons.

LeBron James and Stephen Curry made some interesting choices in the 2018 All-Star Draft.

There are rumors that Kevin Love's teammates aren't happy with him and that Kawhi Leonard is unhappy with the Spurs.

The star forward reportedly has a strained relationship with the Spurs.

The Houston Rockets are trying to challenge the Golden State Warriors for the NBA's best record.

The Cleveland Cavaliers have expressed interest in three players that could possibly help the team in the playoffs.

LaVar Ball reportedly filed a trademark for his Junior Basketball Association.

The Cleveland Cavaliers probably need to make a trade if they want any chance of beating the Golden State Warriors.

The Cavs star has 1.62 million votes.

The San Antonio Spurs didn't follow through will LaMarcus Aldridge's trade request.

Texas Longhorns guard Andrew Jones, who leads the team in scoring this season, was diagnosed with leukemia.