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Athlete health advocate Shamekka Marty already has big plans for WNBA All-Star 2027.

PORTLAND, OR - NOVEMBER 17: A general view of the Rip City Remix logo before the game against the South Bay Lakers on November 17, 2023 in Portland, Oregon at the Chiles Center at the University of Portland. 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 2023 NBAE (Photo by Alika Jenner/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBA...

Cavaliers The Cavaliers changed quite a bit around the edges this summer. Some players should benefit more than others. Zach Weiss of NBA on SI identified Sam Merrill and coach Kenny Atkinson as two offseason winners, with Craig Porter Jr. and Jaylon Tyson potentially losing some ground. Merrill’s place certainly looks secure. He averaged 13 […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, Sam Merrill, Nuggets, DeMar DeRozan, Thunder appeared first on Hoops Wire.

MILWAUKEE, WI - NOVEMBER 9: Myles Turner #3 of the Milwaukee Bucks plays defense during the game against the Houston Rockets on November 9, 2025 at Fiserv Forum Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images). | NBAE via Getty Ima...

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - APRIL 10: Myles Turner #3 of the Milwaukee Bucks dunks the ball against the Brooklyn Nets during the first quarter at Fiserv Forum on April 10, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) | Getty Images As the season inches closer, we wanted to take the pu...

Here's what you need to know about the start of the upcoming men's basketball season.

From Duke starter to WNBA development player, Jackson has learned to embrace patience The post Ashlon Jackson is ready for her moment appeared first on The IX Sports.

Golden had drawn interest from North Carolina and the Golden State Warriors, according to reports.

The WNBA has gained immense traction in recent years, but this season is changing the narrative. Instead of focusing solely on the game, the transgender athlete debate has taken over the league, clouding the sport.

Clippers Maybe Kawhi Leonard isn’t completely finished with the Clippers after all. The proposed trade sending Leonard back to Toronto remains on hold while the NBA continues its investigation into potential salary-cap circumvention involving the Clippers. The Raptors reportedly agreed to send Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two first-round picks, a first-round swap and two second-rounders […] The post NBA Notes: Clippers, Kawhi Leonard, Suns, Devin Booker, Grizzlies appeared first on Hoops Wire.

SAN DIEGO, CA — After three portions completed, it’s come down to the final duo of this Los Angeles Kings series. It is timing that brings us to this point, as it’s the most convoluted and suspect aspect of this franchise going into the new season. It’s a massive reason why I saved it for last, and it’s going to be heavily scrutinized as the season moves along.

The France men’s basketball team defeated Slovenia, 92-67 yesterday in Paris at Accor Arena. The Washington Wizards have Bilal Coulibaly and Alex Sarr as part of the pipeline. They were not named for the roster yesterday however. Sarr is recovering from foot surgery earlier this offseason, but he should be ready to go this fall. […]

Last season, the Indiana Fever were knocking on the WNBA Finals door even without Caitlin Clark for most of the season and the entire playoffs. It was perhaps a peek into their depth and head coach Stephanie White’s elite coaching.

Through just three seasons, Angel Reese has established herself as arguably the best and most consistent rebounder in the history of the WNBA, and she is well on pace to be the league’s overall rebounding leader by the time her career is over. But even as she sets WNBA records and hauls in boards at…

WNBA reporter Roberta F. Rodrigues, who covers the league as a contributor for Forbes, announced her intentions to take a “small, temporary break” from women’s basketball coverage over the coming weeks in a post on social media. While explaining her decision, Rodrigues cited the current tenor of conversation around the league, as well as harassment…

DeWanna Bonner signed with the Atlanta Dream earlier this week in a bid to contend for a third WNBA championship. However, the start of her stint with the Dream is attracting plenty of criticism, with many in the WNBA world calling out the six-time All-Star for missing the Dream’s game on Friday.

Max Strus is headed to Los Angeles. But it sure sounds like a big part of him is staying in Cleveland. Strus posted a lengthy farewell to Cavaliers fans Friday, thanking the city after three seasons with the organization. “CLEVELAND! This one is indeed for you!” Strus wrote on Instagram. “The past 3 years have […] The post Max Strus says emotional goodbye to Cavs after trade to Clippers appeared first on Hoops Wire.

With the addition of Isaiah Joe, the Pistons perimeter shooting positions have gotten crowded, threatening to push Kevin Huerter further down the rotation. Huerter had a tough season from long distance in 2025-2026 and struggled to provide support to Cade Cunningham as a secondary playmaker. Joe definitely has the potential to meet these demands head-on. …

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 15: MIkel Brown Jr. #0 of the Brooklyn Nets poses for a portrait during the 2026 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot on July 15, 2026 at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images) ...

The Long Island Nets’ 2026-27 slate is here. In a press release Monday, Brooklyn’s G League affiliate unveiled its full 50-game season for 2026-27. Long Island starts its season on Friday, November. 6 against the Greensboro Swarm, and plays two more games on the road before its home opener on Friday, November 13 against the College Park Skyhawks. The official schedule also confirms that LI will head back to Canada for the third straight season, as Vice President of Business Operations Morgan ...

Former Golden State Warriors first-round pick and two-time NBA champion Damian Jones is on the move once again, now joining Real Madrid. The post Warriors 2x Champion Center Joins New Team In Surprise Career Move appeared first on HEAVY.

Sam Presti’s savvy contract restructuring saved a fortune in luxury taxes. Now, Mark Daigneault must unleash Kenrich Williams’ defensive versatility to maximize this high-value roster investment.

PHOENIX – Sometimes a video of an offseason 5-on-5 is just another training clip. Other times, it is enough to make Phoenix Suns fans stop scrolling.

OKC Blue announce 2026-27 G League regular season schedule.

The 2026-27 regular season schedule for the Los Angeles Lakers’ G League affiliate, the Coachella Valley Lakers has officially been released. Previously known as the South Bay Lakers, the franchise has rebranded their G League squad and moved the operations to Coachella Valley, where they will now call Acrisure Arena home. Last year was an […]

SACRAMENTO, CA - FEBRUARY 4: Santi Aldama #7 of the Memphis Grizzlies drives to the basket during the game against the Sacramento Kings on February 4, 2026 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. 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 Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via ...

Shaquille O’Neal’s latest dunk champion secured $500,000, which is substantially larger than the NBA Slam Dunk Contest winner’s $105,000 bonus in 2026. This 21-year-old Abilene Christian University student is the new face of the dunking league, and he is not going to pull any punches.

The college basketball landscape is currently in a state of disarray as various court rulings and updated conference policies have created an inconsistent standard when it comes to college basketball eligibility across the nation for the class of 2022. One player who maintained a fifth year of eligibility amid the craziness is big man Micah […] The post Ole Miss basketball: Chris Beard, Rebels add NBA Summer League center amid court ruling appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Here is our ranking of the 10 worst NBA free agency contracts of the 2020s, based on money, production, injuries, and roster damage.

The Las Vegas Aces (26-13) have struggled to keep pace with the Minnesota Lynx and Golden State Valkyries in the WNBA standings, but A’ja Wilson continues to cruise toward her third straight MVP Award and fifth overall. While Olivia Miles and Caitlin Clark both have compelling cases, the superstar forward is widely regarded as the heavy favorite. […] The post Is A'ja Wilson playing tonight? Aces vs. Tempo injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints.