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Latest On Cavaliers' Roster Moves

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It has been nearly a week since the Cavaliers agreed to terms with James Harden on a three-year deal reportedly worth $97MM, but the two sides have yet to make that contract official as the team navigates the first-apron hard cap that was imposed as a result of its sign-and-trade deal for Peyton Watson. The […]

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‘You will never hear from me ever again’ – Enes Kanter issues ultimatum to WNBA

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In his latest push against WNBA executives, Enes Kanter put the league on notice, pledging to permanently end his courtside protests under one specific condition. Enes Kanter is intentionally stretching his feud with the WNBA into a full-blown media spectacle, making it clear he isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.

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ESPN projects Sixers to finish 4th in the East at 50-32, says Philly has “by far the biggest upside of any team in the East”

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Knicks - 53-29 Pistons - 53-29 Cavaliers - 51-31 76ers - 50-32 Celtics - 48-34 Hawks - 47-35 Heat - 47-35 Raptors - 45-37 Pacers - 44-38 Magic - 44-38 Hornets - 34-48 Wizards - 31-51 Bulls - 31-51 Bucks - 25-57 Nets - 18-64 Thoughts on the Sixers being projected 4th? I can understand projecting around 50 wins because this team will probably manage Embiid and LeBron pretty aggressively, but I have a hard time seeing three East teams being better over 82 games if Philly is relatively healthy. s...

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Jonathan Kuminga prefers Lakers over Wolves, decision expected soon

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Updated Aug 26, 11:16 PM ET

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - MARCH 01: Jonathan Kuminga #0 of the Atlanta Hawks reacts against the Portland Trail Blazers during the third quarter at State Farm Arena on March 01, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. 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 Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) | Getty Images We may finally, mercifully, be nearing the end of Jonathan ...

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Timberwolves rumors: Tim Connelly’s ‘phantom equity’ that will net him ‘giant bonus’

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Minnesota Timberwolves president of basketball operations Tim Connelly is entering the final year of his contract. With co-owner Marc Lore selling his majority stake in the Timberwolves to minority partner Marc Stad, there were concerns about Connelly’s future with the team. But according to The Stein Line’s Marc Stein, Connelly has a “strong relationship” with […] The post Timberwolves rumors: Tim Connelly’s ‘phantom equity’ that will net him ‘giant bonus’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Chet Holmgren’s workout video with Kevin Durant filled with fans making Victor Wembanyama quips

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If there is one player who is out to seek redemption, it is Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren. Holmgren was heavily ridiculed by fans after his terrible performance in the Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs. He was badly outplayed by his supposed rival, Spurs center Victor Wembanyama, with Holmgren looking like […] The post Chet Holmgren’s workout video with Kevin Durant filled with fans making Victor Wembanyama quips appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Former Duke star Kyle Singler accuses Coach K of mistreatment in concerning social media posts

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Former Duke basketball star Kyle Singler has recently taken social media by storm with a series of videos he has been posting on his Instagram account. In one of his videos, the former Detroit Pistons small forward made serious accusations against his former coach, Mike Krzyzewski. In his recent posts, Singler accused Coach K of […] The post Former Duke star Kyle Singler accuses Coach K of mistreatment in concerning social media posts appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kevon Looney Discusses Kobe Bryant's Influence On Him

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There are many players in the NBA today who grew up watching, idolizing and emulating Los Angeles Lakers icon Kobe Bryant. His impact on the game stretches around the world and one person who is among the many who wanted to be him is new Lakers signing Kevon Looney. Looney grew up in Wisconsin, but […]

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Wednesday Morning Links

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Morning, all! Logan O’Hoppe was thankful to get optioned to AAA, saying it gave him a chance to reset and “find himself.” Jack Leiter has been experiencing fatigue in later innings during his rehab outings, opening the possibility that he will be used out of the bullpen when he returns to the big league club. […]

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Eight years after Brett Brown went ‘star hunting,’ the one he really wanted lands in Philly

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PHILADELPHIA, PA - JANUARY 22: Assistant Coach Brett Brown of the San Antonio Spurs & Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers embrace after the game on January 22, 2024 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 2024 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NB...

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"You Can’t Even Blame Her": WNBA Analyst Draws Striking Parallel Between DeWanna Bonner’s Mercury and Fever Exits

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DeWanna Bonner appears to be a player who has earned the rare privilege of controlling her own WNBA destiny regardless of her contract. After leaving the Indiana Fever when they waived her in 2025, after just nine games, the six-time All-Star has now secured a mutual buyout with the Phoenix Mercury that will allow her to change teams to chase her third WNBA championship right before the playoffs.

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[Thompson II] As Buss family fights over Lakers, is NBA at risk of losing something it can’t replace?

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We’re perennially entertained by the Buss family drama, encapsulated in the show “Winning Time.” The NBA’s version of “Succession” — wealthy siblings at war over their father’s legacy. The dysfunction of the rich satisfies like a guilty pleasure. Five heirs of Jerry Buss, architect of the Los Angeles Lakers, voted to sell their 17.8 percent stake in the franchise as part of the sale to a group led by former Disney CEO Bob Iger and billionaire venture capitalist Joshua Kushner. With the Lakers...

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Dom Amore: Latest Sun ‘Legend’ turned onto the hardest road at UConn, and it led her to greatness

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UNCASVILLE — For the great ones, there is that place when a corner is turned, leaving behind the road that leads to something less and heading toward greatness. The great coaches point it out, the great athletes accept it. And as the much talked-about UConn women’s documentary has been showing us, neither the turn nor the road beyond it is “always beautiful,” as Paige Bueckers said. Tina ...

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