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PHOENIX, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 07: Devin Booker #15 of the Phoenix Suns drives to the basket against Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets during the second half of the game at Mortgage Matchup Center on November 07, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Houston Ro...

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 02: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers goes to the basket against Norman Powell #24 and Tre Jones #30 of the Chicago Bulls during the first half of a game at Xfinity Mobile Arena on November 02, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Im...

Northern Illinois is winless no more. On Saturday night, in the final game of a three-game road trip, the Huskies stormed into UD Arena and left with an 81-76 win over Dayton in overtime. A 1-2 mark in Matt Majkrzak’s first three games as head coach wasn’t unexpected, but the win over the Flyers certainly was. In each of its first two games, Northern Illinois played from behind. Within three minutes at Tulsa on Thursday, the Huskies were down double digits. On Monday against Grambling State, ...

The Washington Wizards are off to a decent start, one that could position them for some real growth in the league.

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 02: AJ Green #20 of the Milwaukee Bucks poses for portraits during media day on October 02, 2023 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) | Getty Images Last week, despite the losses, Bucks fans were happy—if not more—with Taylor Jenkins and his rotations...

Iowa vs. UConn tips off Sunday, Nov. 8, at 2 p.m. ET on FS1. Get the FOX One streaming info and players to watch for this women's basketball game in Storrs.

Utah State vs. USC tips off Sunday, Nov. 8, at 8 p.m. ET on Big Ten Network. Get the FOX One streaming info and players to watch for this women's basketball game in Los Angeles.

Ahead of the 76ers-Celtics game, we dive into the gap between Brown and on/off statistics.

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - SEPTEMBER 28: Jayson Tatum #0 and Paul George #13 of the Boston Celtics pose for photos during Boston Celtics Media Day at Auerbach Center on September 28, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Boston Celtics are title contenders! The...

FRISCO, TX - NOVEMBER 03: Jeremy Sochan of the Texas Legends poses for a portrait during G League media day on November 3, 2025 at the Comerica Center in Frisco, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Sam Hodde/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images What a ride Jeremy Soch...

PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 7: Luke Kennard #8 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball during the game against the Houston Rockets on November 7, 2026 at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Imag...

NBA free agency isn't just a summertime and training-camp affair.

Jerzy Robinson sinks a jumper for South Carolina. | Getty Images On Thursday, No. 2 UConn exited Ann Arbor with a rare early-season loss, felled by a strong closing kick from the No. 5 Wolverines. As both head coach Geno Auriemma and Sarah Strong emphasized after the game, the Huskies were unprepared to match the urgency or execution of the Wolverines. However, their lament did not apply to Jovana Popovic. With foul trouble sidelining Strong, the Serbian freshman guard emerged as the best pla...

Nov 7, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) throws a pass in front of Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) in the first quarter at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers couldn’t keep up with a New York Knicks team that just has their number. They dropped Saturday’s game 109-97. Three stars of the game First star: Jalen Brunson 31 points, 9 assists, 6 rebounds ...

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Angel Reese has taken an extended hiatus from her podcast after the Atlanta Dream lost a highly intense 2026 WNBA Finals to the Golden State Valkyries. Like all her moves, this latest decision has drawn significant attention and mixed reactions across the WNBA.

Anthony Edwards and Jaren Jackson Jr. are among the players ruled out on the NBA injury report for Sunday, November 8. The post NBA injury report: Doncic, Embiid listed on Sunday, November 8 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Kenny Atkinson has been getting mocked for months, and he's heard the jokes at his expense.

Victor Wembanyama believes San Antonio is in a strong position after the Spurs improved to 8-2 with a 125-103 win over Portland on Saturday. The post Victor Wembanyama: Spurs are ‘in a great spot’ appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Spurs led comfortable throughout but really turned it on after halftime.

Mark Daigneault credited Oklahoma City's defensive intensity after the Thunder held Washington to 75 points, the lowest total by any NBA team this season. The post Mark Daigneault: Thunder defense set the tone in 39-point win appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Kenny Atkinson identified rebounding as Cleveland’s biggest problem after the Cavaliers lost 109-97 to the New York Knicks on Saturday, allowing 49 rebounds. The post Kenny Atkinson points to one flaw after Knicks loss appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The team has now won eight in a row.

David Adelman praised the Mexico City crowd after the Denver Nuggets beat the Indiana Pacers 114-102, highlighting the atmosphere and the NBA’s international reach. The post David Adelman: ‘The NBA is global and it belongs here too’ appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Cavs know they needed to be better against the Knicks. Donovan Mitchell also knows there’s a difference between a disappointing November night and a season slipping away. “No excuse. These are games that we feel like we should win,” Mitchell told reporters after Saturday’s 109-97 home loss. “We got another tough stretch coming up […] The post Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell: ‘Nothing’s won in the first 10 games’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Kevin Durant downplayed the significance of his return to Phoenix on Saturday, despite admitting the city remains his favorite place to live in the NBA. The post Kevin Durant says Suns connection “isn’t that deep” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Devin Booker scored seven consecutive points in the final four minutes as the Phoenix Suns stunned the Houston Rockets 102-99 on Saturday night at Mortgage Matchup Center. The post Devin Booker stuns Rockets with late scoring burst appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Victor Wembanyama needed just 24 minutes to score 29 points as the San Antonio Spurs overwhelmed the Portland Trail Blazers 125-103 on Saturday night at Moda Center. The post Victor Wembanyama drops 29 in 24 minutes as Spurs rout Blazers appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Donovan Mitchell scored 37 points against the Knicks. James Harden and Evan Mobley combined for 19. That’s a difficult way for the Cavs to beat the defending champions, particularly when they’re already short on available bodies. Chase Brownawell of Cavaliers On SI identified Harden’s struggles and the rebounding deficit⁠ among the biggest problems in Saturday’s […] The post Cavs needed more from James Harden, supporting cast against Knicks appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Mavericks face the Brooklyn Nets at home in an early Sunday night tip