Basketball NewsYesterday, Oct 6, 2026

Publisher:CBS Sports CBBOutlet infoOct 6, 11:33 AM ET

A loaded slate of October matchups offers an early look at new roster builds, key transfers and national title contenders before the regular season begins

Publisher:Bleacher Report NBAOutlet infoOct 6, 7:11 PM ET

The Minnesota Timberwolves' preseason got off to a great start on Monday evening thanks to a 116-97 road win over the Milwaukee Bucks. The contest featured LaMelo Ball's Timberwolves debut, and he posted 11 points, four rebounds and three assists.

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Publisher:RealGMOutlet infoOct 6, 1:32 AM ET

Los Angeles Clippers forward Max Strus was diagnosed with a partial tear of the plantar fascia in his right foot, sources told Shams Charania of ESPN on Monday. Strus will be re-evaluated in four weeks. Strus suffered the noncontact injury during Sunday's preseason opener in Hawaii. Brandon Ingram, Bradley Beal, and Yanic Konan Niederhauser are also currently out for the Clippers. The Clippers open their season on October 21 against the Kings.

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Publisher:Yahoo Sports WNBAOutlet infoOct 6, 8:03 PM ET

Atlanta Dream star Angel Reese is in the running for WNBA Finals MVP.

Publisher:CBS Sports NBAOutlet infoOct 6, 10:33 AM ET

Dolan is an easy target for attacks like this, but in this case, the Knicks are simply doing smart business

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Publisher:Bleacher Report NBAOutlet infoOct 6, 12:19 PM ET

As Anthony Davis gets closer to making his official Washington Wizards debut eight months after being acquired in a trade, his long-term future with the club remains a big question mark.