Doug Christie sparks Kings’ resurgence with renewed energy

The Detroit Pistons are considering several candidates for their president of basketball operations role, including Trajan Langdon, Scott Perry, Dennis Lindsey, and John Hammond. Tim Connelly of the Timberwolves is also a potential candidate. Langdon is the Pelicans’ GM, Perry is an ESPN analyst, Lindsey advises the Mavericks, and Hammond…

Photo: Peter Baba LaMelo Ball had to leave Sunday’s game ahead of schedule because of a strained right ankle. The injury occurred during the first half when he collided with Paolo Banchero from the Orlando Magic. Following an awkward landing, Ball remained on the floor for a while before needing…

Robert Sarver has announced that he’s “beginning the process” to sell his majority stakes in the Suns and Mercury. Sarver is currently serving a one-year suspension after the NBA concluded its investigation into Sarver’s “workplace misconduct and organizational deficiencies.” during his 18-year tenure as owner of the Phoenix franchises. “Words…

The Lakers announce their coaching staff under new head coach JJ Redick. NBA insider Michael Scotto tweeted about the official lineup. Nate McMillan, Scott Brooks, Bob Beyer, Greg St. Jean, Lindsey Harding, and Beau Levesque have been named assistant coaches. Michael Wexler joins as head video coordinator. The Los Angeles…

Jimmy Butler and Joel Embiid were full of compliments for each other in their respective press conferences after the Miami Heat beat the Philadelphia 76ers 99-90 to advance to next week’s Eastern Conference Finals. The two All-Stars grew a close bond while Butler was with the 76ers, helping complete the…

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s availability for Game 5 is uncertain as the Milwaukee Bucks confront a potential elimination scenario. Antetokounmpo has been sidelined for the entirety of the series due to a calf strain injury. With the Bucks trailing the Indiana Pacers 3-1 in the first-round series, his absence poses a significant…