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Knicks Notes: Where things stand on possible Karl-Anthony Towns extension

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Here are a few decisions the Knicks need to tackle between now and Opening Night, including possible extensions for Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart, and Miles McBride

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Bucks Reacts Survey: Should Horst have traded Giannis a year ago?

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MIAMI, FLORIDA - JULY 16: Miami Heat President Pat Riley (L) and head coach Erik Spoelstra (R) pose for a photo with Giannis Antetokounmpo #7 of the Miami Heat during an introductory press conference at Kaseya Center on July 16, 2026 in Miami, Florida. 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 Megan Briggs/Getty Images) | Getty Images We...

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Cavs now viewed as ‘serious’ candidate to land Peyton Watson

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Updated Aug 10, 10:47 PM ET

The Cavaliers’ pursuit of Peyton Watson apparently has moved beyond merely kicking the tires. ESPN’s Dave McMenamin said Monday on NBA Today that Cleveland is considered a legitimate threat to land the Nuggets restricted free agent. “I’m told that they are a ‘serious’ candidate to land Peyton Watson,” McMenamin said. “There are other teams interested […] The post Cavs now viewed as ‘serious’ candidate to land Peyton Watson appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Does Ben Simmons make sense for the Lakers?

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PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 13: JJ Redick #4 of the New Orleans Pelicans and Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers smile before a game on December 13, 2019 at the Wells Fargo Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Gett...

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The Teams Most Impacted By Hard Caps In 2026/27

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As we outline in greater detail in a Hoops Rumors glossary entry, even though the NBA doesn’t have a hard cap by default, a wide variety of roster moves can impose a hard cap on a team for the remainder of that league year. Some of the most common ways a team can become hard-capped […]

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Warriors may have a Jimmy Butler trade problem nobody anticipated

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The Warriors seemingly have all the ingredients necessary to make another major trade. Jimmy Butler has a massive expiring contract. Golden State has first-round picks available to sweeten an offer. And with Stephen Curry now 38, there isn’t much reason to spend another season waiting around. There’s just one problem: Somebody has to actually want Butler. […] The post Warriors may have a Jimmy Butler trade problem nobody anticipated appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Warriors' Jeff Teague drops eye-opening Stephen Curry-Damian Lillard take

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The Golden State Warriors have had a very disappointing offseason, making zero notable moves outside of bringing back Draymond Green and Kristaps Porzingis in free agency. The Warriors are poised to run back the exact same roster that won 37 games a year ago, headlined by Stephen Curry, who will turn 39 years old this […] The post Warriors’ Jeff Teague drops eye-opening Stephen Curry-Damian Lillard take appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Winsidr‘26 Power Rankings — Volume 6 » Winsidr

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With the league back from the All-Star break, but only a couple of weeks away from the FIBA break, it’s crunch time for a lot of teams. While the bottom half of the standings is staying pretty consistent, things could get interesting up top before the regular season comes to a close. A couple of… The post Winsidr‘26 Power Rankings — Volume 6 appeared first on Winsidr.

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Payton Pritchard Not "Really Looking" At Extension

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Updated Aug 11, 10:28 AM ET

Celtics guard Payton Pritchard is eligible for an extension but he’s in no rush to sign one. Pritchard made that comment to Chris Forsberg on the Celtics Talk Podcast, as relayed by NBCSportsBoston.com’s Michael Hurley. “No, I don’t really think about it. It’s just not something I’m really looking at,” Pritchard said. “I have two years on […]

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Remembering former Celtics star and legendary NBA coach Don Nelson

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Don Nelson played for the Boston Celtics from 1965 to 1976 after stints with the Chicago Zephyrs and Los Angeles Lakers. Neslon was a clutch sixth man and frontcourt reserve under legendary coaches Red Auerbach, Bill Russell, and Tom Heinsohn. Nelson's famous bouncing, back-rim jumper in Game 7 of the 1969 Finals against the Lakers to help secure the title was his shining highlight. Nelson won five rings during his Celtics career and his #19 was retired by the team in 1978.

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WNBA games today: Picks and predictions as Angel Reese looks to bounce back

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It's a quiet Monday in the W after a loud and exciting weekend. The Dream will be searching for an easy win against the Tempo after a loss against the Mystics.

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Panathinaikos made Jokic 'serious' offer; to try again in '27

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Updated Aug 11, 2:16 PM ET

The owner of Panathinaikos Basketball Club in Athens, Greece, says he tried to buy Nikola Jokic out of his NBA contract for next season and believes he can sign the three-time MVP when he becomes a free agent next summer.

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