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Preview: Mystics face Mercury on Thursday

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PHOENIX, AZ - AUGUST 25: Michaela Onyenwere #12 of the Washington Mystics celebrates after the game against the Phoenix Mercury on August 25, 2026 at PHX 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 License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The Was...

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Why Pistons are positioned to compete in the East despite Jalen Duren's extension stalemate

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All-Stars Cade Cunningham, Jalen Duren, Ausar Thompson, and the Detroit Pistons’ timeline for an NBA Finals run has officially begun. The Pistons’ stellar core grew faster than expected by turning in 60 wins for the third-best record in the association last season. Then, the front office retooled its roster, prioritizing cap flexibility and ways to […] The post Why Pistons are positioned to compete in the East despite Jalen Duren’s extension stalemate appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jordan Miller Gets Brutal Injury Update Right After Bennedict Mathurin Leaves For Pelicans

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The LA Clippers are undergoing a changing of the guard in Los Angeles after watching Kawhi Leonard, James Harden, Ivica Zubac depart the franchise in a six month span this calendar year. Unfortunately things aren’t off to a great start as they’ll be entering the season without fourth year guard Jordan Miller. Miller underwent surgery […] The post Promising Clippers guard gets brutal injury update right after Bennedict Mathurin leaves for Pelicans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jeanie Buss asks court to block siblings' vote to sell Lakers shares

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Updated Aug 27, 3:23 PM ET

In a petition filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, Jeanie Buss is challenging the legality of her five siblings' vote to sell the family's remaining shares in the Lakers.

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Bob Myers Gets Real On Trading Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, Klay Thompson

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The Golden State Warriors were able to build a dynasty thanks to the on-court wizardry of Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green along with the off-court genius of Steve Kerr and Bob Myers. The group stayed together for years, winning three championship from 2015 to 2018 and a fourth NBA Championship back in 2022. […] The post Bob Myers gets real on trading Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, Klay Thompson appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kuminga signs with Wolves + talking Hornets, Pistons, Cavs & Pacers with Tom Haberstroh

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Kevin O'Connor & Tom Haberstroh react to Jonathan Kuminga signing with the Timberwolves, the Warriors' offseason moves and continue Kevin’s ‘Entertainment Rankings.’

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The Bruiser Refusing the Final Buzzer: Charles Oakley, MSG, and The Last Enforcer

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NEW YORK - OCTOBER 21: Charles Oakley #34 of the New York Knicks drives against the Utah Jazz on October 21, 1994 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. 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 1994 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The recent dism...

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Caitlin Clark, Fever Deliver WNBA Record Not Seen in 29 Years

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Caitlin Clark and the Fever delivered a historic result against the Sky that the WNBA had not witnessed in nearly three decades. The post Caitlin Clark, Fever Deliver WNBA Record Not Seen in 29 Years appeared first on HEAVY.

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Sky Receive Historic News After Caitlin Clark-Fever Showdown

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The Sky received historic news after their primetime matchup against Caitlin Clark and the Fever produced a stunning result. The post Sky Receive Historic News After Caitlin Clark-Fever Showdown appeared first on HEAVY.

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Long Island Nets set local tryouts for Sept. 13 at LIU Post

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UNIONDALE, NY - MARCH 24: Terry Roberts #7 of the Long Island Nets drives to the basket during the game against the Westchester Knicks on March 24, 2026 at The Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York. 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 Evan Bernstein/NBAE via Getty I...

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NBA Notes: Kings, Gabe Vincent, Clippers, Jordan Miller, Rockets

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Kings The Kings apparently intend to look under every rock for another guard before training camp. Gabe Vincent is the latest name to surface. Per Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report, Sacramento is among the teams considering Vincent, who remains available after spending the past three seasons with the Lakers. A return to the Heat is […] The post NBA Notes: Kings, Gabe Vincent, Clippers, Jordan Miller, Rockets appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Exclusive | Metta Sandiford-Artest opens up on trying buy Lakers’ minority ownership stake under Mark Walter

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Metta Sandiford-Artest said he tried to buy a 1% minority ownership stake in the Lakers under Mark Walter, but his bid was declined. Sandiford-Artest said he reached out to Walter after the businessman bought the Buss family’s majority stake in the Lakers for a $10 billion valuation in 2025. The City Council celebrates “Metta World...

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Warriors will wear “NELLIE” patch to honor their late coach

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PORTLAND, OR - JANUARY 2: Stephen Curry #30 listens to head coach Don Nelson of the Golden State Warriors during the game against the Portland Trail Blazers on January 2, 2010 at the Rose Garden in Portland, Oregon. The Blazers won 105-85. 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 2010 NBAE (Photo by Sam Foren...

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Rockets Sign Rafael Castro To Two-Way Contract, Waive Tristen Newton

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The Houston Rockets have signed center Rafael Castro to a two-way contract. In a related move, the team waived guard Tristen Newton. Castro was eligible for the 2026 NBA Draft following his redshirt senior season at George Washington. He measured a 9-foot-1.5-inch standing reach and a 7-foot-1.25-inch wingspan at the NBA Draft Combine, and he appeared for Milwaukee's entries in the California Classic and NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. Castro spent three seasons at Providence, including one a...

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‘They Have Been Masterful’ – ‘Shark Tank’ Investor Kevin O’Leary Lays Out Why He’s ‘Bullish’ on the WNBA Despite Rampant Controversies

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Updated Aug 27, 2:35 PM ET

The WNBA continues to find itself in heated debate regarding the Enes Kanter debacle. The controversy surrounding the trans athlete debate has continued to rage on in recent weeks with no end in sight.

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Warriors Notes: Curry, Butler, Williams, Niang, Nelson

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The Warriors had a busy Tuesday, reaching a deal with free agent guard Brandon Williams and then officially signing free agent forward Georges Niang to a minimum-salary contract. While those two players appear likely to be the team’s 14th and 15th men to open the regular season, Golden State still has a little more offseason […]

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