One team was desperate to end an embarrassing saga. Another was desperate to appease its stars. Another was desperate to extend its flailing dynasty. Here's how it all went down. Source: NBA ...

LeBron James scored a season-high 42 points in the Lakers' 120-112 win over the Warriors, passing Michael Jordan as the oldest player to score at least 40 in a game. Source: NBA ...

Hubie Brown will work the final game of his broadcasting career Sunday for ABC's telecast of 76ers-Bucks. The 91-year-old former coach has spent 35 years as a national TV and radio analyst. Source: NB ...

The Mavericks are preparing for an emotional scene at American Airlines Center for Saturday afternoon's game against the Rockets, their first at home since trading Luka Doncic. Source: NBA ...

Jimmy Butler said he is thrilled to have a fresh start and to be playing basketball again after a tumultuous ending with the Heat. Source: NBA ...

Wolves star Anthony Edwards is drawing praise from coach Chris Finch after scoring 41 points and 49 points in back-to-back games this week. Source: NBA ...

Milwaukee Bucks star Damian Lillard has his eyes on a three-peat in the NBA's 3-point contest after the 8-man field for next week's All-Star event in San Francisco was announced by the league on Frida ...

Ben Simmons is finalizing a buyout with the Nets and will meet with the Cavaliers and Clippers. Source: NBA ...

The Mavericks' fan base remains in shock over the trade that brought in Anthony Davis but sent away Luka Doncic, and the new Dallas big man says he understands the frustration. Source: NBA ...

Jimmy Butler is officially a Warrior. Our NBA insiders react to one of the biggest blockbuster trades this season. Source: NBA ...