Basketball News · LatestTuesday, Aug 18, 2026

The Golden State Warriors were one of the teams to make the least splash this NBA offseason. Apart from retaining their core players like Stephen Curry and Draymond Green, the Bay Area did not make any new additions. However, it might change soon, as rumors have been linking free agent Dalen Terry with the Warriors […] The post Did Stephen Curry just confirm Warriors’ interest in free agent target at Valkyries game? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Sue Bird has some high praise for Indiana Fever All-Star Kelsey Mitchell.

PORTLAND, OR - APRIL 24: Jerami Grant #9 of the Portland Trail Blazers during Round One Game Three of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 24, 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 Cameron Browne/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images...

Wizards The Wizards’ pursuit of another veteran name apparently didn’t end when their efforts to land Russell Westbrook went nowhere. According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, Washington shifted its attention to DeMar DeRozan after failing to land Westbrook. ESPN’s Shams Charania first reported last month that the Wizards were among the teams with […] The post NBA Rumors: Wizards, DeMar DeRozan, Timberwolves, Heat, Klay Thompson appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones analyze the Dennis Schröder-Tre Mann trade between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Charlotte Hornets, deep dive on the Indiana Fever and check in with the top WNBA title contenders.

The Suns said Tuesday it is installing an LED display on the exterior of Mortgage Matchup Center that will measure 226 feet wide by 41 feet tall.

Florida point guard Xaivian Lee entered the NCAA transfer portal, On3 has learned. Lee spent one season with the Gators after transferring in from Princeton. In 35 games last year, Lee averaged 11.6 points per game, 3.7 rebounds, 4.2 assists, shot 42% from the floor and 29.2% from three-point range. He also shot 76.5% from […]

The WNBA is heading to San Francisco for the 2027 All-Star Game.

The Valkyries will host the 2027 WNBA All-Star Game, along with the shooting skills challenge and 3-point shootout, the league announced Tuesday.

CHARLOTTE, NC - FEBRUARY 26: Stacey Augmon of the Portland Trail Blazers during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on February 26, 1999 at Charlotte Coliseum in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Sporting News via Getty Images via Getty Images) | Sporting News via Getty Images Portland Trail Blazers history is studded with All-Stars and significant contributors. Clyde Drexler and Damian Lillard have eras named after them. Bill Walton is linked inexorably with the franchise’s only NBA Ch...

Pat Bev is the first player from the NBA — current or former — to call out Enes Kanter and Royce White.

Former NBA center Enes Kanter has claimed that eight former NBA, G-League, and European players are considering declaring for the 2027 WNBA Draft. Highlighting the stark pay gap between G-League salaries and top WNBA contracts, Kanter argued that players could drastically increase their earnings by challenging the league’s current eligibility guidelines.

On Monday, the WNBA admitted that an incident of security confronting two fans over their shirts never should have happened.

Michael Pina with a long article about the offseason changes. It's not a lot of news that fans aren't aware of, but nice to see some good coverage. submitted by /u/stpeterburg [link] [comments]

Makayla Timpson has turned out to be the perfect fit next to the Indiana Fever’s star players. | NBAE via Getty Images When it comes to the WNBA’s playoff-caliber teams, it’s natural to gravitate towards the big names. Teams like the Indiana Fever, Golden State Valkyries and New York Liberty are not short on star players, and it’s easy to give them most of the attention as they keep winning games. Even on these veteran-laden squads, though, there are a handful of younger players who have made...

Chisholm had trepidation, but Brad Stevens and Boston's front office had 'conviction' about trading Brown, he said

It’s time for another PrR Offseason Tournament!

It's been nearly a decade since the NBA has seen a repeat champion, and despite the New York Knicks' dominant run to the 2026 title, many feel that trend will continue.

BLACKSBURG, VA.- DECEMBER 11: Julien Soumaoro #3 and Samuel Dada #12 of the Western Carolina Catamounts protect the lane form Antonio Dorn #77 of the Virginia Tech Hokies during a college basketball game at the Cassell Coliseum on December 11, 2025 in Blacksburg, Virginia. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Western Carolina’s men’s basketball team caught fire at the right time last season by winning six straight entering the Southern Conference Tournament, and with a 1...

Porter Jr. apologizes to Lexie Brown for his controversial WNBA comments and explains why he considers himself an ally of women.

Minnesota Lynx rookie Olivia Miles received a major endorsement in the WNBA MVP race as she continues to challenge A'ja Wilson for the award.

Our WNBA predictions and moneyline picks for Tuesday, Aug. 18, are focused on three of the top championship contenders, including Caitlin Clark's Indiana Fever.

Appearing on a live edition of The Jon Krawczynski Show (YouTube link), Timberwolves president of basketball operations Tim Connelly acknowledged that the team doesn’t have an obvious starter at power forward alongside Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball, Jaden McDaniels, and Rudy Gobert. However, Connelly said the Wolves believe they have internal options for the four and […]

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The Lakers' messy ownership situation packs more pressure into critical season

BOSTON, MA - AUGUST 18: Tonie Morgan #4 of the Los Angeles Sparks dribbles the ball during the game against the Connecticut Sun on August 18, 2026 at the TD Garden 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Ima...

PHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 8: Tyrese Maxey #0 and VJ Edgecombe #77 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives to the basket during the game during Round Two Game Three of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 8, 2026 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by...

With all eyes on the Sixers’ stars, it might take healthy contributions from a few unsung heroes for the team to reach its ceiling.

After the latest round of Hall of Fame inductions, we're making our best guesses about some current players with borderline cases

Caitlin Clark’s Indiana Fever and Angel Reese’s Atlanta Dream are both on the road Tuesday night as the WNBA regular season heats up.