The Latest Breaking News from Eastern Conference

COLUMBUS, Ohio — When the Stars embarked eight days ago on road trip through five Eastern Conference cities, it seemed like a daunting task.

It was good as soon as it left his hands.

Former Nets star James Harden said a lack of structure is one of the reasons he forced a trade to the Philadelphia 76ers at the trade deadline last season.

TAMPA, Fla. — Closing their six-game homestand Thursday night against a Blue Jackets squad with the fewest points in the Eastern Conference, the Lightning had to be careful not to be lulled into a letdown game.

EXCLUSIVE: Former NBA All-Star and four-time NBA champion Horace Grant spoke to Mirror Sport about Scottie Pippen, Shaquille O'Neal, and his Chicago Bulls exit after Michael Jordan originally retired

Before the Warriors travel to meet Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks, here's everything you need to know for Tuesday's contest, including how to watch.

Trae Young had a strained relationship with his ex-head coach Lloyd Pierce.

Bill Simmons of The Ringer proposes a full fledge tank for the Bulls.

ATLANTA — The Hawks rank third in the Eastern Conference standings. After a 4-1 start against overmatched opponents, they are 5-3 during a tougher stretch. The Hawks own two victories over the Bucks and one against the 76ers. It’s a good start for the Hawks, but is it sustainable?

Chicago has been about as average as a team can possibly be.

MIAMI — There is no defense played in the NBA draft lottery. And yet with the generational talent of Victor Wembanyama available in the May 16 drawing, the outcome of the random-but-weighted process for non-playoff teams could impact the Miami Heat’s playoff or championship outlooks for years to come.