NBA Coverage
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Charlotte Hornets sign LaMelo Ball to lucrative contract extension
Several media reports LaMelo Ball's new contract extension is worth up to $260 million. -
Britney Spears says Wembanyama's security struck her in Las Vegas, Spurs rookie says he was grabbed
San Antonio Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama said Thursday he believes Britney Spears grabbed him from behind as he was walking into a restaurant at a Las Vegas casino, and that the security detail he was with pushed the pop star away. -
2023 NBA Draft recap: Why the Hornets picked Brandon Miller over Scoot Henderson
WRAL Triangle and Two" hosts Mark Bergin and Louis Fernandez discuss the Charlotte Hornets' decision to select Brandon Miller with the No. 2 overall pick of the 2023 NBA Draft instead of Scoot Henderson. -
Spatola: Terquavion Smith helped his NBA Draft stock with another year at NC State
Ahead of the NBA Draft, ESPN college basketball analyst Chris Spatola breaks down why NBA teams could get a steal for selecting Terquavion Smith. -
Dereck Lively projected as mid-first round pick in 2023 NBA Draft
The NBA Draft is set for Thursday night. Duke's Dereck Lively II is expected to hear his name called. -
"WRAL Triangle and Two" - What should the Hornets do in the 2023 NBA Draft?
"WRAL Triangle and Two" hosts Louis Fernandez and Mark Bergin discuss what the Charlotte Hornets should do with the second overall pick of the 2023 NBA Draft. The Hornets could select Scoot Henderson or Brandon Miller. They could also look to trade the pick. -
Brownlow's Twitter Mailbag: What to watch during the dog days of summer
With NHL and NBA action over and the football season still months away, WRALSportsFan's Lauren Brownlow has some suggestions on what you can watch if you're not into baseball for the next two months. -
Former NC State guard Jarkel Joiner discusses preparations before 2023 NBA Draft
Former N.C. State guard Jarkel Joiner hopes to hear his name called during the 2023 NBA Draft. -
Nuggets now in full command of NBA Finals, top Heat 108-95 for 3-1 lead
The mission for the Denver Nuggets was clear: Come to Miami, get two wins and head back home with a chance to finally become NBA champions. -
Series tied: Heat roar back in the 4th quarter, beat Nuggets 111-108 in Game 2 of NBA Finals
Staring down a 2-0 deficit in the NBA Finals, as the visitors in a hostile arena where no road team had prevailed in more than two months, the Miami Heat decided to do what they've done throughout the postseason. -
Tatum scores 33, Celtics stave off elimination by topping Heat 116-99 in Game 4
Down nine early in the third quarter, down 3-0 in the series, the Boston Celtics knew their season was completely on the brink. -
Which player should the Charlotte Hornets select with the second pick of the 2023 NBA Draft?
Victor Wembanyama likely going to get picked by the San Antonio Spurs. The Charlotte Hornets could take Scoot Henderson or Brandon Miller with the second overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. -
'Not done yet': Jeremy Roach headed back to Duke for fourth season
Duke guard Jeremy Roach is returning to Durham for his fourth season, making himself the Blue Devils' fourth returning starter. -
Reports: JJ Redick interviews for Toronto Raptors' head coaching job
JJ Redick was part of a first round of interviews and met with Toronto Raptors leadership this week, according to several media reports. -
Mike Krzyzewski named special adviser to NBA basketball operations
Coach K will provide counsel to the league office, NBA team executives and other leaders across the league on a host of issues related to the game. -
Duke's Dereck Lively II declares for NBA Draft
Duke freshman Dereck Lively II has declared for the 2023 NBA Draft. -
NC State's Terquavion Smith entering NBA Draft
NC State's Terquavion Smith is headed to the NBA after two seasons in Raleigh. -
Michael Jordan considering majority stake sale of Charlotte Hornets, report says
Michael Jordan has been the majority owner of the Charlotte Hornets since 2013. -
If the Los Angeles Lakers stumble to start 2022-23 season, Mike Krzyzewski is waiting in 'retirement'
For the first time since the 1979-1980 season, Duke will have a different head basketball coach. The 2022-23 NBA season tips off on Tuesday night. -
Devonte' Graham inspires belief at Broughton H.S. camp
Raleigh native and New Orleans Pelicans guard Devonte' Graham returned to his alma mater Sunday to host a free camp. He hoped to inspire the kids who attended to chase their NBA dreams.