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Rhyne Howard and Allisha Gray speak to new teammate DeWanna Bonner. | NBAE via Getty Images DeWanna Bonner is now an Atlanta Dream, arriving with the goal of fulfilling one, final championship dream. On Aug. 24, Bonner and the Phoenix Mercury amicably agreed to a contract buyout, with the organization announcing through a statement from general manager Nick U’Ren: DeWanna has been an important part of our team and brought tremendous leadership, experience and competitiveness to the Mercury. B...

WNBA broadcaster drops shocking slurduring national game.

Here is a look at every undrafted NBA award winner and whether Austin Reaves could become the next one after his breakout with the Lakers.

Recently, future Hall of Famer Russell Westbrook shook up the NBA world when he announced that he would be retiring from the game after 18 seasons. Among the many stars who shouted out Westbrook in the wake of the news was Houston Rockets wing Kevin Durant, who was Westbrook’s season for nearly a decade with […] The post Rockets’ Kevin Durant reveals intitial ‘what the f**k’ reaction to Russell Westbrook retiring appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Rafael Castro is now aboard the rocket ship.

ESPN revealed a full list of NBA predictions, and among them is the idea that LeBron James will average a career-low in points in Year One with the 76ers. It’s not necessarily a wild take, given that he tied his career-low at 20.9 ppg in 60 games with the Lakers last season. Last time he […] The post LeBron James could score less than ever with 76ers, and that’s probably OK appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Nuggets will use the stretch provision to spread the $2MM cap charge left on Jonas Valanciunas‘ contract across three seasons, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Valanciunas, who has since signed with Zalgiris Kaunas in Lithuania, was waived by Denver last month, leaving the team on the hook for the $2MM partial guarantee […]

As we near the all-important WNBA playoffs, the race for the MVP title will continue right till the end, as this is one of the tightest ones we have ever witnessed, considering the stars competing. While fans are confused over who should win among the likes of A’ja Wilson, Olivia Miles, Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell, Paige Bueckers, and Breanna Stewart, WNBA legend Lauren Jackson has a clear choice.

In the fairly low global stakes fantasy world of sports the 2026-27 NBA season is a high stakes one for the Houston Rockets. We’ve reached a point where all three facets of the team: management, coaching, players, all need to deliver. Or we can go to that old “three legged stool” analogy for the team. What exactly do they need to deliver? At the very least the Rockets need to win a playoff series. If they don’t, barring some roster catastrophe, it’s difficult to see ownership not making signi...

Caitlin Clark continues to break records in her third WNBA season. From All-time NCAA Division I leading scorer, single-season and career 3-point leader, to becoming the player with the most career games with at least 30 points and 10 assists, Caitlin Clark keeps raising the bar.

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.