Jamal Murray of NBA champion Nuggets says he won’t be able to play for Canada at World Cup

Jamal Murray of NBA champion Nuggets says he won’t be able to play for Canada at World Cup

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Jamal Murray of the NBA champion Denver Nuggets announced Wednesday that he will not play for Canada in the World Cup, citing a need for ongoing recovery after a long season. Murray was in camp with the Canadian team earlier this month, but he did not accompany the … Read more

What is the NBA in-season tournament?: Details on the format, dates, prize money and more

What is the NBA in-season tournament?: Details on the format, dates, prize money and more

LAS VEGAS — The NBA will roll out its new in-season tournament this upcoming season, unveiling a championship it hopes will catch on among fans, players and teams. The league will hand out the NBA Cup for the first time on Dec. 9, christening the winner of the 30-team cup competition and handing out a … Read more

The NBA is moving finals start times up earlier. Here’s why

The NBA is moving finals start times up earlier. Here’s why

In what will be a victory for the early risers, East Coast viewers and washed parents everywhere, the NBA is moving the start of weeknight finals games up by a half-hour this year. Game 1 of the 2023 NBA Finals is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, June 1. It’s a significant move up … Read more