Basketball NewsThursday, Nov 5, 2026

Publisher:Yahoo Sports NBAOutlet infoNov 5, 3:40 AM ET

Celtics fans will want to see more of these hustle plays from their new big man.

Publisher:Reddit r/bostoncelticsNov 5, 2:25 PM ET

If there was ever a guy to grab for this roster, it is Cam Spencer. He is a PERFECT addition. Love our team but we can make a huge step forward adding this guy. He’s a MENACE and shoots the 3 like a boss. submitted by /u/Late-Version7240 [link] [comments]

Publisher:Reddit r/ripcityNov 5, 1:48 PM ET

Analysis

With the Blazers leading 109-90 in the fourth quarter, wing Sidy Cissoko went under a screen, leaving enough space for Suns forward Miles Bridges to launch an uncontested 3-pointer. The Blazers didn’t want to go under screens to give Bridges space. They were supposed to fight over the screen and stay in contact. Bridges’ shot went in, and as Nori called a timeout, he stomped and seethed as he left the sideline, delivering a few choice words as Cissoko passed. Yes, the Blazers were routing the...

Publisher:Reddit r/kingsNov 5, 1:01 PM ET

Analysis

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Publisher:Reddit r/chicagobullsNov 5, 9:57 AM ET

Analysis

I recently discovered Read the Game, a resource that brings together NBA tracking data, defensive matchups, offensive gravity, and ESPN's advanced impact metrics. I wanted to take a closer look at five Bulls players: Josh Giddey, Norman Powell, Tre Jones, Caleb Wilson, and Matas Buzelis, and consider some of the roster narratives that have been discussed in game threads. Is Giddey the best defender among the starters? Should Tre start? Is Powell a net negative? What exactly does Matas give us...

Publisher:Fadeaway WorldNov 5, 12:38 PM ET

Analysis

LeBron James' previous four teams starting 7-1 all reached the NBA Finals, offering Philadelphia renewed championship hope.