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Our own Connor Long joins the show to talk Nolan Traoré, Mikel Brown Jr, Chaney Johnson, and all things Nets!

Brea joins the Dominican Republic for World Cup qualifying and another valuable stretch of live reps.

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 24: Bob Myers looks on during game three of the Eastern Conference first round playoffs between the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena on April 24, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Celtics defeated the 76ers 108-100. 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 Mitchell Le...

He's crediting her online.

This new WNBA team is a massive money maker.

Right now, few are playing better.

Angel Reese and Co. are receiving a major lift before the 2026 WNBA playoffs.

Cameron Brink, Chance Gray and Kate Martin. | Getty Images Not much has gone right for the Los Angeles Sparks in 2026. But on Wednesday, Aug. 26, with the heat blazing in El Segundo, CA, a ray of sunshine landed on LA’s WNBA franchise as they held their topping-out ceremony for their practice facility. I'm here for the LA Sparks’ training facility topping-out ceremony. pic.twitter.com/fJd6KR5R3y — Edwin Garcia (@ECreates88) August 26, 2026 Things are far from done. There is no pavement ...

Kevin Durant forgot about one key component of his Warriors' teams before realizing his mistake.

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She's stepping back from public coverage.

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - AUGUST 24: Gabby Williams #1 and Janelle Salaun #13 of the Golden State Valkyries celebrate the win against the Minnesota Lynx after the game at Target Center on August 24, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Valkyries defeated the Lynx 80-66. 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 David Berding/Getty Images) ...

Mychal Thompson joked that his son Klay rejected the Lakers for a $11.5M Heat deal because he didn't want his dad checking his hotel curfew.

Ah yes… a two-team trade that involves just one player, I am very simple man, I see simple trade… But, now that we’re on the topic, are ramifications of this trade simple? Actually… kinda? Lakers acquire Walker Kessler (sign-and-trade). Jazz acquire the Lakers’ 2031 first-round pick, the Lakers’ 2033 first-round pick, the right to swap either the Jazz’s or and Cavaliers’ 2028 first-round pick (whichever is most favorable) for the Lakers’ 2028 first-round pick, and the right to swap their 2030...

The trans athlete in women’s sports debate and ex-NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom’s actions surrounding WNBA eligibility have not only affected the players but also those reporting on them. Most recently, Brazilian-American WBB reporter Roberta Rodrigues has made a drastic announcement based on her experience covering the WNBA and how it has affected her decision.

Bryson Warren, a 21-year-old guard who signed Exhibit 10 contracts with the Heat in 2024 and Knicks in 2025, has been granted a temporary restraining order making him eligible to take part in men’s basketball activities with Texas A&M, per Jeff Borzello and Pete Thamel of ESPN (Twitter link). A judge in Brazos County, Texas […]

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - AUGUST 25: Shakira Austin #0 of the Washington Mystics attempts a lay up over Alyssa Thomas #25 of the Phoenix Mercury during the first quarter at Mortgage Matchup Center on August 25, 2026 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. (Photo by Aryanna Frank/Getty Images) | Getty Images ESPN released their late...

HOUSTON, TEXAS - JANUARY 15: A general view of the Houston Rockets logo on court prior to the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Toyota Center on January 15, 2026 in Houston, Texas. 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 Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images) | Getty Images With the calendar about to switch over to September, the NBA inches closer a...

Kentucky's Final Four hopes could rest on its willingness to go to war with its own league.

Add Kevin Durant to the list of people eager to see what the new-look Philadelphia 76ers can do this season.

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New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson took $113 million less on his contract extension in 2024 to help give his team more financial flexibility to build a strong squad, and two years later, the Knicks won their first NBA championship in 53 seasons.

Despite all of the self-proclaimed discrimination claims surrounding Enes Kanter and the WNBA, it seems as if he won’t be pressing charges. Enes Kanter kicked up serious dust by announcing he’s entering the 2027 WNBA draft, claiming he identifies as a trans woman just to push the league’s boundaries.

Kevin Durant watched former teammate Russell Westbrook retire this offseason and admitted the end of his own career might not be that far away.

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What does the encore look like for Illinois after Brad Underwood finally checked off the Final Four box?

In a special episode of Boardroom Talks, Kevin Durant sat down with Speedy Morman for one of the most candid conversations of his career.

Stephanie White will be parting ways with the Indiana Fever in the coming days.