The Miami Heat kept their championship hopes alive with a 111-108 win over the Lakers in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Friday. The Lakers, who had an opportunity to win their first championship since 2010, now have a 3-2 series lead over the Heat.

“Finding ways to maximize what the future Hall of Famer and potential greatest of all time brings to the table at this point in his career, while being mindful of load management and not letting games get away from them in the process is of the utmost importance.

The Miami Heat (3-3) dropped the sixth game of the regular season on Sunday night, losing 130-120 to the Los Angeles Lakers (5-2). Here's some of the main statistical reasons why the game turned out the way it did. Shooting: The Heat converted on just 27 ...

Phoenix halts the Lakers' 7-game win streak, plus we dig into OKC's 20-1 start and what it may mean for the team's future.

With the Lakers' defensive concerns being brought to light in every matchup, we explore a trade idea that could effectively help L.A. boost its defense.

LeBron James is now in his 23rd NBA season, a milestone no other player in league history has reached, and another reminder of his unparalleled longevity. Over more than two decades, he has played alongside numerous stars, but few partnerships compare to the bond he formed with Dwyane Wade.

The Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Lakers meet in NBA Cup group play Friday at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California.