L.A. Lakers return $4.6 million from stimulus loan program
The Los Angeles Lakers have repaid a loan of roughly $4.6 million from coronavirus business relief funds after learning the program had been depleted.
Lakers return $4.6 million from stimulus loan program
The Los Angeles Lakers have repaid a loan of roughly $4.6 million from coronavirus business relief funds after learning the program had been depleted.
NBA pushes plan to reopen facilities until May 8 at earliest
The May 8 date is far from firm, the NBA said, warning teams that it “may push this timing back if developments warrant," according to the Associated Press.
NBA players to receive 25% less in paychecks starting May 15
Commissioner Adam Silver said it remains impossible for the NBA to make any decisions about whether to resume this season and that it is unclear when that will change.
Nike to honor Kobe Bryant’s spectacular NBA career on ‘Mamba Day’
Nike is honoring the career of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant on April 13 for “Mamba Day,” a day that marks the final game of his astonishing NBA career four years ago.
Steph Curry calls Oakland nurse: 'I can't thank God enough for what you're doing'
ICU manager Shelby Delaney was just about to start her shift when she received a Facetime call from the three-time NBA champion.
Trump says 'toughest' weeks ahead as coronavirus spreads
President Donald Trump warned Saturday that the county could be headed into its “toughest” weeks yet as the coronavirus death toll mounts, but at the same time he expressed growing impatience with social distancing guidelines and said he’s eager to get the country reopened and its stalled economy back on track.
Kobe Bryant named as 2020 NBA Hall of Fame inductee
A unique Hall of Fame class was announced Saturday in a unique way.
Knicks owner, MSG chairman James Dolan has coronavirus
James Dolan, the executive chairman of Madison Square Garden Company and owner of the New York Knicks, has tested positive for the coronavirus.
Karl-Anthony Towns says his mother has coronavirus, in coma
Minnesota Timberwolves star Karl-Anthony Towns announced on social media late Tuesday night his mother has contracted the coronavirus.
2 Lakers players test positive for COVID-19
The Los Angeles Lakers announced Thursday that two of its players have tested positive for the coronavirus.
Why NBA players get coronavirus tests despite scarce supplies
The NBA said Wednesday that public health concerns drove decisions by multiple teams to administer coronavirus tests to asymptomatic players, a trend which has drawn increasing criticism in recent days due to the scarcity of testing kits.
Kevin Durant, 3 other Brooklyn Nets players test positive for coronavirus
Four Brooklyn Nets players have tested positive for the COVID-19 coronavirus, according to the team.
Lakers, Clippers, Kings create fund to financially support hourly Staples workers impacted by suspended season
The Los Angeles Lakers, Clippers, and Kings are joining forces to help set up a fund to provide financial support to all hourly employees impacted by the suspension of events at Staples Center.
Warriors owners, coaches and players pledge $1M to coronavirus disaster relief
The Warriors said in a statement that the fund will be used to provide financial assistance to 1,000 part-time Chase Center employees who work each game, including food service, security, guest services, custodial and other staff.
Mark Cuban will reimburse his employees who shop local for their lunch, coffee
As many small businesses are taking a hit over coronavirus concerns, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban says he will reimburse his employees with the Mavs and his other companies if they buy their breakfas, lunch, or coffee/tea from a local, independent business.
Kevin Love donates $100G to Cleveland Cavaliers, arena staff after season suspended
Following the suspension of the NBA season on Wednesday, Kevin Love said he would donate $100,000 to arena and support staff of the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Charles Barkley says he's awaiting coronavirus test results, in self-quarantine until then
NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley is the latest big name to self-quarantine as he awaits coronavirus test results.
NBA suspends season, 2 Utah Jazz players reportedly test positive for coronavirus
The NBA is suspending the season after Wednesday night's games until further notice because of coronavirus concerns.
Viral video shows Utah Jazz's Rudy Gobert touching interview mics before testing positive for COVID-19
Viral video shows Rudy Gobert touching tape recorders that were placed before him on a table.