Balance, grit put Bucks on verge of 1st title in 50 years
MILWAUKEE — Giannis Antetokounmpo believes it’s the tenacity of the Bucks that has Milwaukee a game away from its first championship in a half...
Analysis: Popovich has to love play from Olympians in finals
The happiest basketball coach in the world right now should be Milwaukee’s Mike Budenholzer, since he's one win away from the NBA title.
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Bucks’ forward Thanasis Antetokounmpo in health protocol
PHOENIX — In the most important games of this NBA season, COVID-19 continues to make its impact felt.
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Wizards draw on storied name, hire Wes Unseld Jr as coach
WASHINGTON — Wes Unseld Jr. was hired as coach of the Washington Wizards on Saturday, bringing the former Denver Nuggets assistant full circle with...
AP Source: Wizards offering coaching job to Wes Unseld Jr.
The Washington Wizards are offering their coaching job to Wes Unseld Jr. and expect to reach an agreement with him, a person with knowledge...
Lloyd Pierce, 3 others join Pacers staff under Carlisle
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Pacers hired Lloyd Pierce, Ronald Nored, Mike Weinar and Jenny Boucek as assistant coaches for new head coach Rick Carlisle...
Lillard wants Blazers to step up pursuit of championship
Damian Lillard said Friday he has not requested a trade but wants the Portland Trail Blazers to be more urgent in their pursuit of...
Back in Phoenix, back to even: Suns, Bucks ready for Game 5
PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns had designs on coming home with a chance to win their first championship.
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The waiting Games: Olympians navigate strict rules in Tokyo
Sydney McLaughlin turns 22 three days after the final of the 400-meter hurdles, in which she might win Olympic gold and may even lower...
Kevin Love out; US basketball now to replace 2 players
Kevin Love has withdrawn from the Olympics because of a calf injury, forcing the U.S. basketball team to replace two players on its roster.
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