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Aug 6, 2026; Camden, NJ, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Jaylen Brown speaks with the media during his introductory press conference at the Francis J. Myers Recreation Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect The NBA is a business. We often hear that phrase when a player is traded or when contract negotiations go sour. It’s true. It’s a league run by billionaires, many of them running their franchises like assets. You can tell players not to take ...

Philadelphia 76ers All-Star Tyrese Maxey is warning the rest of the NBA ahead of the 2026-27 season. Coming off an eye-opening offseason, the revamped 76ers are already in the lab. Expetations in Philadelphia are higher than its been in decades after a summer blockbuster trade sent the Atlanta Division rival Boston Celtics’ five-time All-Star Jaylen […] The post 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey sends warning to himself, superstar teammates about concern that could derail superteam appeared first on Clutch...

The Los Angeles Sparks are saying goodbye to another veteran player.

Despite all the noise and rumors, the Golden State Warriors ultimately had an extremely quiet offseason. The Dubs are heading into 2026-27 season with largely the same roster that finished 37-45 last year. Rookie first-round pick Yaxel Lendeboorg is currently the only addition currently slated to play a large role in head coach Steve Kerr’s rotation. The Dubs barely reached the Play-In Tournament last season, finishing 10th in the Western Conference. However, the West seems far deeper this se...

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 17: Head coach Tom Thibodeau of the New York Knicks talks with Josh Hart #3 during a stop in play in the second half against the Miami Heat at Madison Square Garden on March 17, 2025 in New York City. The New York Knicks defeated the Miami Heat 116-95. 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 Elsa/Getty Images...

Washington Mystics star Shakira Austin isn’t shying away from self-belief, sending a clear message to her WNBA peers. Since being drafted third overall by Washington in 2022, Shakira Austin has quickly built a reputation as one of the league’s premier talents.

WNBA team reveals inclusive pronoun mascots while facing Sophie Cunningham.

Foul problems and injuries do not help the team. Defense is a team sport. If the Magic's defense is in top 5, then Suggs will be recognized, not for steals, blocks, or man on man defense, but because he is the "head of the snake" of a smart team's defense. submitted by /u/Dry_Mulberry_2066 [link] [comments]

It’s no secret that Caitlin Clark enjoys unparalleled popularity and limelight, not just in the WNBA but in the basketball universe. Every aspect of her on-court and off-court developments is a focal point for the media and the internet.

Miles and the Lynx are one of one.

The Golden State Warriors have yet to make a major move this summer, but a recent rumor suggests Draymond Green could be the first big piece to fall.

NEW YORK, NY - CIRCA 1989: Patrick Ewing #33 of the New York Knicks looks on during a game played circa 1989 at Madison Square Garden 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1989 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Floor generals and shooters p...

With Braden Smith, Trey Kaufman-Renn and Fletcher Loyer departing, the Boilermakers will have a new-look roster under Matt Painter.

The Los Angeles Sparks may be without multiple key players in Thursday night’s game against the Atlanta Dream.

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Head coach Geno Auriemma, Diana Taurasi and the UConn Huskies wait to be introduced before the 2004 national championship game. | Getty Images Former Hartford Courant UConn women’s basketball beat writer Jeff Goldberg, author of Bird at the Buzzer and Unrivaled, serves as a key voice in the docuseries, “The Dynasty: UConn Huskies,” which comes out on Apple TV on Friday, Aug. 21. He was kind enough to sit down with Swish Appeal before the global release to give his take on the series and why i...

Angel Reese put together the league-leading 24th double-double in a win over the Las Vegas Aces, but not everyone is convinced the numbers tell the whole story. Reese finished with 21 points, 10 rebounds, and four assists.

Many players in the WNBA this season could be considered the league’s MVP, but one name keeps coming up: Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark.Throughout the season, Clark has made a massive impact on the Fever, which is a big reason they are 24-12 overall. She’s been in everyone’s MVP conversation, but does she rank higher than the […] The post Linda Cohn Makes Her Fever’s Caitlin Clark MVP Status Crystal Clear appeared first on HEAVY.

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Three WNBA games are on tap Thursday, with Caitlin Clark’s Fever facing Paige Bueckers’ Wings and Angel Reese’s Dream visiting the LA Sparks.

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The Lakers, Blazers and Nuggets (who just made an unpopular trade) are near the bottom, but there are a few teams below them

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Luka Dončić is one of the best players in the NBA. He is also one of the league's best trash-talkers.

Entering the final hour of the NBA offseason, the Detroit Pistons and Jalen Duren have yet to reach terms on a new deal, a situation that could be influenced by Ausar Thompson’s future with the team. For many, Thompson’s new deal will follow Duren’s expected extension. Duren and the Pistons could agree on a deal […] The post Pistons rumors: John Hollinger offers intriguing Jalen Duren solution that could help with Ausar Thompson appeared first on ClutchPoints.

As part of the annual NBA schedule release comes the unveiling of nationally televised games for all teams. The NBA allows for a maximum of 34 national TV broadcasts per team each season. The Los Angeles Lakers are among the teams that regularly rank near the top, and that has remained the case despite LeBron […]

August is often a quiet stretch of the NBA's calendar, but the volume ratcheted way up Wednesday when ESPN's Shams Charania reported that the Denver Nuggets were trading one of Nikola Jokić's most intriguing young teammates, Peyton Watson, to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a five-team deal.

Poor spacing, questionable roster balance and fewer easy wins could make repeating last season difficult.