Basketball NewsYesterday, Oct 8, 2026

Publisher:Yahoo Sports WNBAOutlet infoOct 8, 7:29 PM ET

Former Fever guard Sydney Colson criticized white WNBA players for staying silent on racism, accusing some of pretending to support their Black teammates.

Publisher:ClutchPointsOutlet infoOct 8, 1:32 PM ET

Analysis

The New Orleans Pelicans have spent years searching for a defensive anchor who can turn the paint into a place opponents would rather avoid. Yves Missi might finally provide the answer, though the expectations surrounding the young center have grown considerably since starring for Cameroon this summer. Zion Williamson has experienced the difference firsthand during […] The post Why Zion Williamson, Pelicans believe Yves Missi can become next Hakeem Olajuwon-level DPOY appeared first on Clutch...

Publisher:HoopsWireOutlet infoOct 8, 3:35 PM ET

Watching the Cavaliers this season is going to require a little more planning than simply flipping to one channel. My longtime friend George Thomas of the Akron Beacon Journal put together an excellent full breakdown of the Cavs’ television and streaming options for the 2026-27 season. The short version: DAZN will be the primary home […] The post How to watch Cavs games this season: DAZN, national TV and free broadcasts appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Publisher:Ball Is LifeOutlet infoOct 8, 4:46 PM ET

Year Three of the Clark Era Closes! The post Caitlin Clark Exits 2026, Eyes More With Indiana Fever in Year Four appeared first on Ballislife.com.

Publisher:HoopsWireOutlet infoOct 8, 3:03 PM ET

Thunder Shai Gilgeous-Alexander apparently didn’t need much time to knock off the rust. The reigning MVP made his preseason debut Wednesday and went 5-of-5 from the field, 3-of-3 from beyond the arc and 4-of-4 at the line in just 17 minutes during Oklahoma City’s 128-126 loss to Milwaukee. He finished with 17 points, five assists, […] The post NBA Notes: Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nets, Magic, Sean Sweeney appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Publisher:ClutchPointsOutlet infoOct 8, 12:27 PM ET

Analysis

Strength and physicality haven’t been the Brooklyn Nets’ calling cards under general manager Sean Marks. That could change following the team’s 2026 offseason. The Nets added substantial size this summer, acquiring three-time All-Star Julius Randle (255 pounds), free agent center Moe Wagner (255 pounds) and No. 28 pick Joshua Jefferson (250 pounds). Day’Ron Sharpe (268 pounds) […] The post ‘Night and day’ roster shift could be game-changer for Nets this season appeared first on ClutchPoints.