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NBA Announces Knicks’ Ring Night, Christmas Opponents

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SAN ANTONIO, TX - JUNE 13: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs plays defense on Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks during Game Five of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 13, 2026 at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, 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 Jesse D. Garrabran...

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Steph Curry, Warriors to host Nikola Jokic, Nuggets on Christmas Day 2026

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Updated Aug 11, 7:09 PM ET

The NBA announced Tuesday the Golden State Warriors will face the Denver Nuggets on Christmas Day 2026 at Chase Center in San Francisco.

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Yes, the Bucks held on to Giannis for too long: Part 1

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Updated Aug 11, 10:28 AM ET

Abstract When the Bucks acquired Damian Lillard in 2023 at 33 years old, they probably figured they would get three, maybe four years of high-level play from him, and with him and Giannis, could credibly field a contending team during that time. But then in Game 4 of the 2025 NBA Playoffs, everything changed. After valiantly figthing to return from deep vein thrombosis in his calf that had sidelined him for the back-third of the season, Lillard tore his Achilles in devastating fashion. Almost...

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Caitlin Clark matches Sue Bird’s career mark in 499 fewer WNBA games

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Caitlin Clark continues to climb the ranks in the WNBA in what is turning out to be an incredible season. After an injury-plagued second year where she managed just 13 appearances, Caitlin Clark bounced back in 2026, putting up 21.

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Amar’e Stoudemire and Devin Booker share one remarkable Suns feat

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Updated Aug 11, 10:18 AM ET

PHOENIX - JANUARY 2: Amare Stoudemire #32 of the Phoenix Suns dunks against Zach Randolph #50 of the Portland Trail Blazers on January 2, 2005 at America West Arena 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 Licence Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2005 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images St...

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‘Unacceptable’ — WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert Under Fire From U.S. Congressman Over ‘Repeated Attacks’ on Caitlin Clark, Sophie Cunningham

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Indiana Fever teammates Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham have been involved in two of the WNBA’s most closely scrutinized physical plays this season. In June, Clark was struck in the throat by Phoenix Mercury star Alyssa Thomas, an incident that drew the attention of 11 Republican members of Congress.

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NBA opening night schedule: Here are the games that will tip off the season

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Updated Aug 11, 3:52 PM ET

The 2026-27 NBA season will tip off in late October with three matchups on NBC and Peacock. Here are the details for opening night.

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Why Did this Rockets trio struggle together?

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Updated Aug 11, 10:07 AM ET

HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 31: Alperen Sengun #28 of the Houston Rockets, Kevin Durant #7 and Reed Sheppard #15 walk on the court during the fourth quarter against the New York Knicks at Toyota Center on March 31, 2026 in Houston, 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. (Photo by Jack Gorman/Getty Images) | Getty Images Shoutout to VBG! This ...

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Open Thread: Remembering a heartwarming moment involving Maurice Cheeks

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THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JAY LENO -- Episode 2492 -- Pictured: (l-r) Musician Natalie Gilbert and NBA Portland Trail Blazers' coach Maurice Cheeks during an interview with host Jay Leno on May 19, 2003 -- (Photo by:Paul Drinkwater/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images) I saw this on X recently and had to smile. As it just so happens, I had caught Untold : Jail Blazers on Netflix. The documentary discussed the early 2000s Portland Trail Blazers and their quest for a title...

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Our 2027 NBA Mock Draft is Already Stacked with Pro-Ready Talent

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Between overseas exhibition tournaments and FIBA youth competition, we've already had our first looks at some of the leading names in the 2027 NBA draft cycle.

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‘Sophie (Cunningham) Could Never’ — WNBA World Reacts to DiJonai Carrington’s Historic Night vs. Storm

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Updated Aug 11, 10:10 PM ET

DiJonai Carrington entered Climate Pledge Arena on Monday night with a chaotic news cycle surrounding her. The Chicago Sky guard responded to criticism by ripping through the Seattle Storm’s defense for a career-high 26 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 steals off the bench.

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Banner Years: 1964, answering the question, ‘Can the Celtics win without Cousy?’

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Updated Aug 11, 8:24 AM ET

It's a jubilant mob scene as happy fans carry Celtics' Tommy Heinsohn (L), coach Red Auerbach (Center, with victory cigar), and big Bill Russell (R) around the basketball court at Boston Garden April 27, 1964, after the Celtics won their sixth consecutive World's Championship. They defeated the Warrior's, 105-99. The Celtics are the only pro team in history to win six consecutive championships. NBA history spans 80 seasons, and as CelticsBlog readers well know, the Boston Celtics have won a l...

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WNBA has spiraled into a rinse-and-repeat drama, and it's taking a mind-numbing toll

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Updated Aug 11, 7:53 AM ET

The WNBA has all of our attention, but now I just want to look away. The league of powerful women — Caitlin Clark exploring the boundaries of the game like an abstract painter, Olivia Miles personifying the rebirth of slick, Breanna Stewart pulling out new tricks from her offensive arsenal, A'ja Wilson shapeshifting nightly into a GOAT — feels less like a sport and more like a societal powder keg. It has spiraled into a rinse-and-repeat drama. A Black player clotheslines a White player, and it's

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