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UConn Coach Dan Hurley explains why he turned down the Lakers
Dan Hurley says he asked himself where he belongs when considering whether to accept an offer to coach the Los Angeles Lakers or stay at UConn.
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Dan Hurley says he asked himself where he belongs when considering whether to accept an offer to coach the Los Angeles Lakers or stay at UConn.
Hurley, the head coach who led the Huskies to the last two NCAA Division I men's basketball championships, turned down a ton of years and money from the Los Angeles Lakers. CBS New York's Otis Livingston reports.
For the second time this year, Ja Morant has been suspended after being seen with a gun on video. Former NBA head coach Avery Johnson joined CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss the incident and what's next for Morant. He also offers a prediction on who comes out on top in the NBA conference finals.
James now sits in sole possession of the NBA's all-time scoring record, which was set over 30 years ago.
The Knicks have lost eight of their last 10 games.
James Harden had 33 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists in an impressive follow-up to his strong game in Los Angeles when the Nets won there on Christmas.
Nic Claxton threw down a tiebreaking alley-oop over LeBron James with 40.7 seconds left, and James Harden and the Nets returned from a week-long COVID hiatus to beat the Lakers.
Julius Randle added 20 points, 16 rebounds and five assists for the Knicks, but sat for eight minutes of the fourth quarter after picking up his fifth foul.
Julius Randle had 34 points and 10 rebounds against his former team and the Knicks beat the Lakers 111-96 on Monday night for their third straight victory.
The Lakers had led most of the way and were ahead 66-62 when Irving fouled Schroder with 9:41 left in the third.
The Lakers star said that Wednesday's violence at the U.S. Capitol building illustrates the divide in police response in this country.
Some NBA players have talked about stepping away to use their name to help in the push for racial equality.
A preliminary report by the NTSB now reveals the wreckage shows no signs the helicopter had an engine failure.
The Los Angeles County coroner's office Tuesday officially identified Kobe Bryant as one of the victims of Sunday's helicopter crash in Calabasas that left nine people dead.
Kyrie Irving scored 20 points after missing a game with right hamstring tightness, but the Nets lost their fifth straight.
Marcus Morris scored 20 points and Damyean Dotson had 17 for the Knicks, who put up a much better effort after losing by 30 two weeks ago in Los Angeles.
LeBron James, four-time NBA MVP, brings League veterans to a Lakers team with a core of young talent, making them relevant again.
James agreed to a four-year, $154 million deal to join the Los Angeles Lakers according to the superstar's management company.
The movie star visited the Lakers to give a motivational speech this season and Kuzma apparently took some of the lessons to heart.
Lakers rookie Andre Ingram played his first NBA game Tuesday night, after 10 years in the NBA G League, inspiring dreamers everywhere.
Brook Lopez scored 19 points in his return to Brooklyn, making the Lakers' final basket with 1:28 left to help Los Angeles hold on for a 102-99 victory over the Nets on Friday night.
Jordan Clarkson had 29 points and 10 assists, Julius Randle added 27 points and 12 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the New York Knicks on Sunday for their sixth win in eight games.
The Nets and Lakers have reportedly agreed to a trade that will send longtime center Brook Lopez and the 27th overall draft pick to Los Angeles in exchange for point guard D'Angelo Russell and center Timofey Mozgov.
Ten years before Phil Jackson took over the Knicks, he was an in-studio guest on Mike and the Mad Dog's show.
Greatness on the basketball court doesn't guarantee success as a coach or team executive. Just ask any number of former NBA stars.
Luis Severino and three relievers combined on a four-hitter as the New York Mets beat the Miami Marlins 1-0.
It was the pair's first event together since they became the GOP's nominees at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.
Taj Bradley pitched one-hit ball over seven innings to remain unbeaten in seven straight starts, Randy Arozarena hit two of Tampa Bay's four home runs and the Rays routed the New York Yankees 9-1 on Saturday.
Saturday night, a few showers are possible.
NYPD took a 24-year-old man into custody after he allegedly stabbed and killed two women and two young children in their Brooklyn apartment.
Saturday night, a few showers are possible.
NYPD took a 24-year-old man into custody after he allegedly stabbed and killed two women and two young children in their Brooklyn apartment.
Former U.S. Rep. George Santos has lost a bid to dismiss some of the charges in the criminal case against him as he heads toward trial.
At least seven people in New York have been sickened in a listeria outbreak linked to deli meats.
NJ Transit says regular weekend schedules will be in effect beginning Saturday, and regular weekday service will resume Monday.
Saturday night, a few showers are possible.
At least seven people in New York have been sickened in a listeria outbreak linked to deli meats.
After several days of searing, summer heat, we've finally got some good news for the Tri-State Area, weather-wise.
New York and New Jersey coped with another day of excessive heat and humidity Wednesday, as well as severe weather.
Severe weather moved through parts of the Tri-State Area amid another heat wave Tuesday, causing widespread damage.
Saturday night, a few showers are possible.
At least seven people in New York have been sickened in a listeria outbreak linked to deli meats.
NJ Transit says regular weekend schedules will be in effect beginning Saturday, and regular weekday service will resume Monday.
Hundreds of flights were canceled or delayed at NYC and New Jersey airports after a CrowdStrike update caused a global Microsoft outage.
Despite many calls to resign, convicted Sen. Bob Menendez says he's staying put.
Saturday night, a few showers are possible.
Former U.S. Rep. George Santos has lost a bid to dismiss some of the charges in the criminal case against him as he heads toward trial.
According to prosecutors, the alleged drunk driver who crashed into a Long Island nail salon in June, killing four people, had a blood alcohol level that was more than twice the legal limit.
New York's next offshore wind farm, Sunrise Wind, will be seven times bigger than its first one.
Officials in Hempstead are warning beach goers about recent shark sightings and rough seas.
It was the pair's first event together since they became the GOP's nominees at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.
Former U.S. Rep. George Santos has lost a bid to dismiss some of the charges in the criminal case against him as he heads toward trial.
More than two dozen House Democrats and four senators have now called on President Biden to end his reelection bid.
Weisselberg was sentenced in April to five months in Rikers Island, in line with a plea agreement over his alleged perjury in a 2023 civil fraud case.
"I am not supposed to be here tonight," former President Donald Trump said. "I stand before you in this arena only by the grace of almighty God."
At least seven people in New York have been sickened in a listeria outbreak linked to deli meats.
Physical effects of heat waves, like heat stroke, are widely known. But scientists are now sounding the alarm on psychological consequences of extremely high temperatures.
At least two cases of measles have been found in people staying at a New York City-run shelter for migrants in Brooklyn.
Nationwide, the CDC says the COVID virus level in wastewater is now "high" for the first time since last winter.
A first responder on Long Island is said to be the first in the country, outside a clinical trial, to undergo a life-saving surgery for peripheral artery disease.
A new sculpture featuring the likeness of one of hip-hop's first DJs plays a specially curated mix, powered by solar panels.
Prosecutors have been preparing to retry the disgraced movie mogul since the New York Court of Appeals overturned his 2020 rape conviction.
The Kennedy Center named its 2024 Honorees Thursday morning. They include Harlem's historic Apollo Theater, the first institution to ever receive the honor.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
Run-DMC's Darryl McDaniels will headline this weekend's free SummerStage concert at Flushing Meadows-Corona Park in Queens.
Luis Severino and three relievers combined on a four-hitter as the New York Mets beat the Miami Marlins 1-0.
Taj Bradley pitched one-hit ball over seven innings to remain unbeaten in seven straight starts, Randy Arozarena hit two of Tampa Bay's four home runs and the Rays routed the New York Yankees 9-1 on Saturday.
Gerrit Cole struck out eight in six strong innings, Juan Soto went 4 for 4 and the New York Yankees beat the Tampa Bay Rays 6-1.
Jake Burger homered and doubled to help the Miami Marlins beat the New York Mets 6-4 on Friday night.
Hall of Fame linebacker Lawrence Taylor has been charged in Florida with failing to update his address on the state's sex offender registry.
The situation for a NYCHA tenant has gone from bad to worse after ankle-deep water inundated her Brooklyn apartment during a storm.
A new sculpture featuring the likeness of one of hip-hop's first DJs plays a specially curated mix, powered by solar panels.
A legal battle is brewing between some New York City tenants and Mayor Eric Adams over rental assistance laws.
The Kennedy Center named its 2024 Honorees Thursday morning. They include Harlem's historic Apollo Theater, the first institution to ever receive the honor.
It's a tradition that dates back to 1887. Worshippers in Brooklyn paraded through the streets, a beloved Italian tradition.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for July 20 at 6 p.m.
A 1-year-old dog that was abused has recovered, and somebody is already lined up to adopt him. Police said the puppy's owner threw him off a ledge at Highbridge Park in Washington Heights back in May.
A listeria outbreak linked to deli meats has been reported in a dozen states, including New York and New Jersey. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3LvlEt1
Much of the country slowly got back to normal Saturday following Friday's massive tech glitch, but the ripple effect is still being felt. Cristian Benavidez reports for CBS New York.
NYCHA residents rallied across all five boroughs Saturday, calling for improved living conditions. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports.