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DALLAS, TX - APRIL 5: Naji Marshall #13 and Cooper Flagg #32 of the Dallas Mavericks celebrate after the game against the Los Angeles Lakers on April 5, 2026 at American Airlines Center in Dallas, 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 Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) | ...

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 13: Shaedon Sharpe #17 of the Portland Trail Blazers dribbles the ball against the Golden State Warriors in the first half of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on January 13, 2026 in San Francisco, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) | Getty Ima...

Free agency Russell Westbrook is still looking for a team. Five weeks into free agency, the former MVP remains unsigned, and the number of obvious landing spots continues to shrink. Westbrook posted respectable numbers with the Kings last season, but Sacramento’s struggles did little to improve his market, as written by Cem Yolbulan of Clippers […] The post NBA Notes: Russell Westbrook, Mavericks, PJ Washington, Hornets appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Here is a mock three-team trade that sends Bennedict Mathurin to the Pelicans and gives all sides a new direction before the 2026-27 NBA season.

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 9: The sneakers worn by Jamir Watkins #5 of the Washington Wizards during the game against the Utah Jazz during the 2026 NBA Summer League game on July 9, 2026 at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Ryan Stetz/NBAE via Ge...

With the Sixers’ offseason fireworks finally in the rearview mirror, here are nine thoughts on the team’s summer.

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Here are four star guards the Celtics should target if Stephen Curry stays with the Warriors, including Devin Booker and Kyrie Irving.

The inscription on Michael Jordan's statue at the United Center in Chicago says "The best there ever was. The best there ever will be."

LeBron James is headed to the 76ers. Devean George believes Bronny James should stay exactly where he is. The former Lakers forward and three-time NBA champion told TMZ Sports that LeBron’s departure could give Bronny the space he needs to begin establishing his own identity. “I think it’s a good situation for him,” George said. […] The post Devean George: Time for Lakers to see what Bronny James can do appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Here are the three NBA teams that had the most disappointing offseasons, from complete inactivity to wasting a superstar’s final years.

The Philadelphia 76ers will introduce Jaylen Brown officially on Thursday, according to a report from Jason Dumas of 6ABC Action News.

There will reportedly be an international component to the Portland Trail Blazers' preseason schedule ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 23: NBA commissioner Adam Silver speaks during Round One of the 2026 NBA Draft at Barclays Center on June 23, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images) | Getty Images You can’t be anywhere near the vicinity of the Portland Trail Blazers lately without encountering speculation about whether the team will move out of Portland in the near future, casualties of divisive debates over public funding of the Moda Center arena. Despite the near-constant ten...

The Boston Celtics have had a disastrous offseason, headlined by the shocking trade of Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Paul George and draft picks. While fans have lambasted executive Brad Stevens for the consequential deal, there are still theoretical avenues for the Celtics to get better over the near and long-term […] The post NBA rumors: Multiple writers craft Stephen Curry trade hypotheticals for Celtics that won’t happen appeared first on ClutchPoints.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 10: Jeremy Sochan #20 of the New York Knicks looks to pass during the fourth quarter against the Toronto Raptors at Madison Square Garden on April 10, 2026 in New York City. 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 Pamela Smith/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Portland Trail Blazers made another addition to th...

The Los Angeles Lakers may be considered the favorites to land Jonathan Kuminga, but a new threat has emerged in the prolonged pursuit of the free-agent forward. NBA insider Evan Sidery reported that the Minnesota Timberwolves should be viewed as a “realistic option” for Kuminga, whose free agency could be resolved this week. The Lakers...

A recent study conducted by doctors and researchers published in the Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine found a link between an increase in minutes and Achilles tears among NBA players, per Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic.

Oct 8, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Boston Celtics guard Hugo Gonzalez (28), forward Baylor Scheierman (55) and center Luka Garza (52) react during the second quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images | Petre Thomas-Imagn Images For this installment of the Staff Roundtable, I asked the crew “Who makes the biggest developmental leap next season?” Below are the answers: Ian Inangelo I feel like Hugo Gonzalez will make the biggest developm...

Before Giannis Antetokounmpo, there was Chris Bosh for the Miami Heat. Bosh helped the Heat win back-to-back titles in 2012 and 2013, cementing his status as one of the all-time greats in team history. He was still at his prime when he unfortunately had to cut his career short due to a life-threatening blood condition. […] The post Chris Bosh’s advice for Giannis Antetokounmpo comes with ‘classic Heat basketball’ truth bomb appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Not saying that the Knicks should’ve wanted Sochan back, but after Nick Richards he’s arguably the most useful big man FA & he agreed to a simple training camp invite. It’s obvious that Leon wants a third 7-footer for Towns/Drummond insurance - Sochan is too undersized - & is waiting out how Dallas/Charlotte situate their glut of centers. submitted by /u/Joeblowpublic [link] [comments]

The NBA's current collective bargaining agreement, which took effect in 2023, has substantially reduced player movement in free agency. Just 35 free agents signed with new teams this summer, while 75 percent of players under contract remain on the same roster as last season. Of the 433 total players currently under contract across the league, 273 were on their team's roster last season, 44 free agents were re-signed by their existing teams, and 41 players changed teams via trade, six more tha...

Kevin Durant fires back at critics and clarifies his comparison of the 2027 76ers to the 2017 Warriors.

Here are the Lakers, Cavaliers, and Timberwolves fits for Jonathan Kuminga, and why one destination clearly stands above the rest.

Philadelphia 76ers forward LeBron James will enter his 23rd year in the NBA. As usual, everything he does—every move, every comment, every facial expression, every accomplishment—will be heavily scrutinized. Over the years, James has learned to tune out the outside noise. The 76ers are his fourth team. That alone has already earned criticism from haters, […] The post Rich Paul blames ‘algorithm’ for endless LeBron James hate appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Retired Heat superstar Chris Bosh offered some advice and issued a warning to Spurs star Victor Wembanyama about his blood clot diagnosis and maintaining his health during his career.

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Bill Simmons left off some notable names.

Bam Adebayo continues enjoying a newsworthy year on and off the court. On March 10, the Miami Heat forward set the basketball world (and Kaseya Center’s nets) ablaze by scoring 83 points against the Washington Wizards, sandwiching himself between Wilt Chamberlain (100) and Kobe Bryant (81) among the highest-scoring games in NBA history. By season’s end, Adebayo had made his sixth career All-Defensive Team, extending his franchise record. Last month, two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo joined A...