NBA Coverage
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Michael Jordan addresses his tough reputation in 'The Last Dance'
In the latest two episodes of ESPN's docuseries, the NBA legend discussed his winning mentality and competitiveness. -
Hornets president: 'Our hope is to be able to resume our season, and then go into the playoffs and be able to finish the season out.'
Fred Whitefield joined to talk about the return of the NBA season, making sure employees and players are safe, trying to get events back into the Spectrum Center, how he met Michael Jordan, and what watching The Last Dance has been like for him. -
Whitfield profiles 40 years of friendship with Jordan
A simple meeting led to a longtime friendship and business partnership between Michael Jordan and former Campbell basketball player George Whitfield. -
Bob Holliday talks about the fun day when MJ and Buzz Peterson went golfing
Former WRAL Sports Director Bob Holliday brings back a memory from the WRAL vault, a moment when Michael Jordan and Buzz Peterson had some fun on the golf course. -
Promising start to 'The Last Dance' and fascinating peek inside Michael Jordan's world
The first two hours of the ESPN "30 for 30" documentary on the end of Michael Jordan's dynasty with the Chicago Bulls in 1998 were equal parts educational and dramatic. But will executive producer Mike Tollin settle for another Jordan hagiography or go deeper into Jordan's complex character? -
NBA Horse Challenge provides welcome distraction
The NBA Horse Challenge wasn't perfect on Sunday night but it was what we needed. The challenge -- with four current NBA players, two retired NBA greats, one current WNBA player and one retired WNBA great in an eight-person bracket -- was a sufficient basketball fix during this COVID-19 crisis. -
Chris Paul will be part of H-O-R-S-E on ESPN
The NBA and ESPN have finalized plans to televise a H-O-R-S-E shooting competition. NBA stars Chris Paul, Trae Young and Zach LaVine are all expected to participate. -
Stephen Curry's son getting in on workout routine in cute Instagram video
NBA star Stephen Curry has a new workout buddy ... his one-year-old son. -
NBA players to compete in 16-person 2K20 tournament
Kevin Durant leads the field of NBA players who will face off on the basketball simulation video game in front of a television audience. -
With NBA on hold, Joel Berry takes on 2K League Three For All Showdown
Former Tar Heel Joel Berry II, now with the Greensboro Swarm, is ready to dominate on the digital court. -
Duke basketball point guard Tre Jones enters 2020 NBA Draft
Basketball player Tre Jones, Duke's point guard and ACC Player of the Year, has entered the 2020 NBA Draft. -
Hornets make plans to cover pay for part-time arena employees
Payments from the fund will assist the more than 500 part-time staff that are employed by Hornets Sports & Entertainment. These part-time employees serve in various capacities during games and events, including ushers, ticket takers, box office attendants, entertainers, public safety officers, retail staff, guest services personnel, technical operations and more. -
Zion Williamson says he will cover salaries of Pelicans' workers for next 30 days
Former Duke star and current NBA rookie Zion Williamson said he will cover the salaries of the workers at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans where the Pelicans play. -
Seasons suspended across sports leagues as coronavirus spreads
The suspension of games in the NBA, NHL and MLB is unprecendented in American sports, and there is much uncertainty about how the 2020 seasons will play out. -
'Xtended' interview: Reggie Bullock
The New York Knick and former UNC Tar Heel explains how a family tragedy led him to find a purpose in supporting LGBTQ causes. -
Kobe Bryant memorabilia to be auctioned off in April
You will have a chance to buy some Kobe Bryant memorabilia soon. It's all part of a sports legends sale planned before Bryant and his daughter died in a helicopter crash last month. -
LeBron James sued over slogan
LeBron James and his company, Uninterrupted, are being sued for allegedly stealing their 'I Am More Than An Athlete' slogan. -
'Xtended' interview: Devonte Graham
The Raleigh native and Charlotte Hornets guard tells Jared Fialko how he's made a leap in his game between his first and seasons in the NBA. -
Millbrook High School retires Chris Clemons' number in ceremony
While the NBA is on its All-Star break, Chris Clemons was at Millbrook High School to have his number retired Friday night. -
LeBron James Family Foundation offers free college tuition
Kent State announced its partnership with the LeBron James Family Foundation. offering four years of free tuition and one year of free room and board to 193 current high school juniors.