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The Los Angeles Lakers have retooled their roster ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season but five glaring weaknesses of the team are evident.

While the LA Clippers await the NBA and the investigation into Kawhi Leonard, the franchise was able to land a big piece early in free agency. Former Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura and the Clippers agreed on a two-year, $28 million deal that will keep the Japanese sharpshooter in Los Angeles. The move came […] The post Rui Hachimura reveals why he left Lakers for crosstown rival Clippers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Here is a four-team trade that sends Jonathan Kuminga to the Lakers, Peyton Watson to the Hawks, and helps Denver escape the second apron.

PORTLAND, OREGON - APRIL 12: Blake Wesley #1 celebrates with Deni Avdija #8 of the Portland Trail Blazers after defeating the Sacramento Kings at Moda Center on April 12, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. 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 Soobum Im/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Portland Trail Blazers are having a rough summer. Analyst...

PORTLAND, OR - MARCH 13: Portland Trail Blazers cheerleaders celebrate a win after the game against the Utah Jazz on March 13, 2026 at the Moda Center Arena in Portland, Oregon. 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 David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Welcome to SB ...

The WNBA Brought The Fireworks In July! The post WNBA: Top 10 Moments of July 2026 appeared first on Ballislife.com.

A medical study published in the Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine claims to have found a correlation between Achilles tendon tears and an uptick in minutes played during the 10-to-15 games prior to the injury, writes Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic. However, the NBA has disputed the study, stating that its own internal research shows […]

Here is a blockbuster trade scenario that sends Franz Wagner to the Nets and Michael Porter Jr. plus four draft picks to the Magic.

Η Μονακό αποφάσισε να προσφύγει στο Εθνικό Ολυμπιακό και Αθλητικό Συμβούλιο της Γαλλίας, ζητώντας να πάρει πιστοποιητικό συμμετοχής στο γαλλικό πρωτάθλημα της προσεχούς σεζόν. The post Μονακό: Προσφυγή για να συμμετάσχει στο πρωτάθλημα Γαλλίας appeared first on Eurohoops.

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 05: Cameron Carr #43 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on against the Miami Heat of their 2026 California Classic Summer League game at Chase Center on July 05, 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 Thien-An Truong/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welcome to SB Nation Reac...

Wilson and the Aces bounced back from a setback in Chicago.

The forward is set for his third season in the Chinese league L'articolo Marquese Chriss Signs with Liaoning Flying Leopards proviene da Sportando.

Jemison moves on after spending the championship run on a two-way.

The Blue Devils and Gators are co-favorites to win the 2027 national title, while Michigan's odds have slipped

BOSTON, MA - APRIL 19: Ron Harper Jr. #13 of the Boston Celtics during Game One of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs against the Philadelphia 76ers at TD Garden on April 19, 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 Winslow Townson/Getty Images) | Getty Images BOSTON — Ron Harper Jr. vividly r...

The veteran forward will remain in the KBL after spending last season with the Suwon KT Sonicboom. L'articolo Derrick Williams Signs with Seoul Samsung Thunders proviene da Sportando.

Kevin Durant’s latest attempt to praise the Philadelphia 76ers has reopened some old Golden State Warriors wounds. Durant argued on social media that Philadelphia’s new core of LeBron James, Joel Embiid, Jaylen Brown and Tyrese Maxey compares favorably with the Warriors team he joined in 2016. When a fan claimed the 76ers were not close...

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Riller will enter his fourth consecutive season with the Chinese club L'articolo Beijing Royal Fighters Retain Grant Riller, Sign Harry Giles proviene da Sportando.

“We live in a day and age,” he later added, “where everybody who doesn’t have anything to say has something to say. (LeBron’s) gonna get crushed if he comes to the Warriors. … And I think ultimately, that weighed in on the decision a lot. That played a big role in the Warriors not landing LeBron.” It’s for the best. As titillating as it would’ve been to watch them play together, it’s probably better for them to remain how we remembered them. Because while basketball remembers partnerships, it...

V.J. Edgecombe recalled the unforgettable moment he learned LeBron James joined Philadelphia and explained why he's embracing the opportunity.

The Mavericks’ second round draft pick is likely on his way to the VTB United League

Appearing on DNVR Sports’ Nuggets podcast (YouTube link), NBA insider Marc Stein said he continues to hear that the Nuggets‘ offers to restricted free agent forward Peyton Watson have been in the range of $16-18MM per year. Stein reported last week that Denver’s best offer to Watson at that point in his free agency had […]

Tyler Marsh delivered a profane assessment of the officiating after Kamilla Cardoso did not attempt a free throw in the Chicago Sky’s loss to the Phoenix Mercury.

Kevin Durant'in Sixers yorumuna tepkiler gelmeye devam ediyor. The post Draymond Green’den Kevin Durant’e ‘Sahte Hesap’ Göndermesi appeared first on Eurohoops.

Here are the 20 biggest NBA Draft busts since 2020, ranked from disappointing lottery picks to selections that became complete franchise mistakes.

Are the Lakers planning on utilizing Luka Dončić differently this season to unlock their starting lineup?

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Kelsey Plum becomes an unrestricted free agent after this season.

No Offseason Newsletter 🏀 | This is The Athletic’s women’s basketball newsletter. Sign up here to receive No Offseason directly in your inbox. Good morning! Another eventful week in the WNBA. Coming up today: 🗣️ Reeve’s response 🏀 Plum blockbuster 🏙️ New NCAA eligibility rule Serious Matters: Reeve responds to Cunningham’s comments The WNBA has never been too far from culture wars throughout its existence, especially in recent years as the league has exploded in popularity. After Fever gu...