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Latest headlines and breaking stories for Friday, July 17th, 2026. Stay up to date with updates from ESPN.
Riley, Antetokounmpo would be excited to have James in Miami
Pat Riley and Giannis Antetokounmpo said they would love for LeBron James to return to the Miami Heat.
LeBron James not ready to reveal next team, but it will be 'fun'
LeBron James remains undecided about where he'll play this season. The NBA's all-time scoring leader and current free agent spoke Thursday but didn't reveal his next team choice.
Giannis Antetokounmpo hungry to chase championship with Heat
Giannis Antetokounmpo, fueled by the pressure in Miami and the Heat's championship history, is hungry to win a title in South Beach.
How to watch Pop-A-Palooza on the ESPN App
Pop-A-Palooza brings participants from around the country for a Pop-A-Shot competition with a $5,000 first-place prize. Here's how to watch the event on the ESPN App.
2026 NBA buzz: Latest summer league, free agency, trade updates
We're tracking deals, trades and buzz across the NBA, including the latest on rookies at summer and offseason free agency.
NBA investigating Bucks' four-year deal with Gary Trent Jr.
The NBA is investigating a four-year, $64 million deal between Gary Trent Jr. and the Bucks for possible salary cap circumvention, a league spokesperson told ESPN.
Congressman calls on NBA to review Joe Tsai's position in league
John Moolenaar's comments follow Alibaba's designation by the U.S. government as a "Chinese military company"
NBA won't punish Bam Adebayo for altercation with Tyler Herro
The NBA will not punish the Heat's Bam Adebayo for striking former teammate Tyler Herro at a Las Vegas gym last Friday, a league spokesperson told ESPN's Shams Charania on Thursday.
How Dybantsa, Young and Davis have the Wizards thinking playoffs
Will the trio be the difference that takes Washington from last place in the East to a competitive contender?
Igor Kokoskov joins Project B as head of player development
Longtime NBA assistant Igor Kokoskov has joined the startup men's and women's basketball league Project B as its head of player development, the organization announced Thursday.
Full list of every ESPYS 2026 award winner
From Jalen Brunson to A'ja Wilson, see which athletes won at the 2026 ESPYS.
Hawks' Gueye has foot surgery, could miss start of '26-27 season
Hawks forward Mouhamed Gueye had surgery for a fractured left foot Tuesday, and the team said his status will be updated in three to four months.