NBA Basketball

NBA: Refs right in no-call at end of Cavs-Pistons

The NBA said Thursday that officials were correct in not calling a foul on Jarrett Allen in the closing seconds of regulation of Game 5 between the Cavaliers and Pistons on Wednesday night.

Myers: 76ers' next GM must work 'in harmony'

Bob Myers, who is overseeing the 76ers general manager search, said the franchise is looking for someone who will take a collaborative approach and help them win a championship.

Cavs: Comeback, OT win a sign of 'our progress'

The Cavaliers came back from a nine-point deficit late in regulation to beat the Pistons 117-113 in overtime and take a 3-2 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

NBA defends 11% rise in foul calls during playoffs

NBA referees are calling about 11% more personal fouls per game in these playoffs than they did during the regular season -- one of the largest differentials in NBA history.

Sources: Optimism Knicks' Anunoby back for ECF

There is growing optimism that Knicks forward OG Anunoby will return from his hamstring injury by the start of the Eastern Conference Finals, sources tell ESPN's Shams Charania.

Silver: New lottery removes 'incentive to be bad'

NBA commissioner Adam Silver confirmed on Stephen A. Smith's radio show Wednesday that the NBA has landed on a proposal to present to the league's board of governors later this month to revamp the league's draft lottery in an attempt to curb tanking.

🏀 Why LeBron's return to L.A. is not so simple

When James led the Lakers to the second round, it underscored an awkward reality for both sides: They might need each other more than either would care to admit.