Las Vegas is home to the non-profit Lion Habitat Ranch that is home to dozens of lions and is a tourist attraction for families, so a lion-based name could also be of interest to an NBA franchise.

With the NBA doing big business over the last few years, the idea of expansion is a topic that has gained a lot of momentum. While many American cities would love to get an NBA franchise, Seattle and Las Vegas have long been the favorites to win the sweepstakes.

For a fourth consecutive season, the Utah Jazz will not be competing in the postseason. The Jazz were officially eliminated from playoff contention after a 147-111 loss against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday.

Vanderbilt point guard Tyler Tanner will be written off as "too small," but he has a chance to make a team very, very happy in the 2026 NBA Draft.

As the NBA moves closer to expansion in Seattle and Las Vegas, Draymond Green believes a simple conference realignment could help balance the league

The NBA could expand to 32 teams by the 2028–29 season, with Las Vegas and Seattle emerging as the leading candidates for new franchises.

From rookies, veterans and Sixth Man of the Year candidates, NBA insiders break down each team's unsung hero this season.

The Oklahoma City Thunder faced major expectations after going 68-14, securing the top playoff seed in the West and winning the NBA championship last season. An encore was going to be tough. While there’s still work to do,