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Fever’s Caitlin Clark Makes History in 20-Point Win Over Sun

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It has become pretty common for Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark to make history, and that happened again in the 111-91 win over the Connecticut Sun on Friday night.Clark had a great game against the Sun, as it was close in the middle of the second quarter and pulled away after a 39-15 second quarter […] The post Fever’s Caitlin Clark Makes History in 20-Point Win Over Sun appeared first on HEAVY.

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Stephon Marbury: I’m the number one Knicks fan - TalkBasket.net

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Stephon Marbury says his connection to the New York Knicks remains as strong as ever, describing the franchise as his favorite team and saying there is “nothing more important” to him in basketball than seeing the Knicks win a championship. Speaking with Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson, Marbury reflected on his relationship with Knicks owner James […] The post Stephon Marbury: I’m the number one Knicks fan appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Timberwolves Given End-of-August Deadline Amid Jonathan Kuminga Salary Crunch

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Jonathan Kuminga has agreed to a two-year, $13 million contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves. After remaining one of the biggest names available in free agency deep into the 2026 offseason, Kuminga has finally found his next NBA destination, although the agreement has created an immediate financial challenge for Minnesota. Timberwolves Face Payroll Challenge to Sign [...]

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“Here To Participate & Scout Competition”: Ex-NBA Player Royce White Makes His Intentions Known During Fever Game Appearance With Indiana Attorney General Also in Attendance

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Updated Aug 29, 7:28 PM ET

Ever since Sophie Cunningham’s stance about protecting young girls in locker rooms went viral, the Indiana Fever guard has become one of the faces of a movement protesting the inclusion of transgender athletes in women’s sports. The situation reached a point where former NBA players have even declared for the 2027 WNBA Draft in an attempt to challenge the league’s eligibility rules.

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Mystics at Sparks final score: Washington loses, 88-82

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 28: Cameron Brink #22 of the Los Angeles Sparks controls the ball against Shakira Austin #0 and Lauren Betts #51 of the Washington Mystics during the first quarter at Crypto.com Arena on August 28, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images) | Getty Images After Georgia Amoore’s career night propelled her squad to a 94-84 win in Phoenix on Thursday, the Washington Mystics returned Friday night for a road tilt against the Los Angeles Spa...

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Clippers Plan Revealed If Kawhi Leonard Raptors Trade Fails

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One of the biggest trades of the NBA offseason is still up in the air due to the league investigation of Kawhi Leonard. The Los Angeles Clippers agreed to a franchise changing move by sending Leonard to his desired destination of the Toronto Raptors in exchange for Brandon Ingram and Gradey Dick. Both teams are […] The post Clippers Plan Revealed If Kawhi Leonard Raptors Trade Fails appeared first on HEAVY.

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Utah Jazz Reacts: Jazz fans grade the offseason

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Updated Aug 29, 1:43 AM ET

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 14: Darryn Peterson #22 of the Utah Jazz poses for a portrait during the 2026 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot at UNLV on July 14, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) | Getty Images Jazz fans have had one of the most eventful offseasons I can remember. Arguably the greatest prospect in team history was drafted while a massive trade for their starting center surprised everyone. So how do Jazz fans feel about it? Well, that was the point of this week...

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Kevin Durant Throws Shade At Top NBA International Stars

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Updated Aug 29, 1:03 AM ET

Future Basketball Hall of Famer Kevin Durant is never shy to share his thoughts and made an interesting comment slighting the accomplishments of international stars. A conversation has emerged around the NBA about whether or not the league is now more international than American. Recent MVP winners like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic, Joel Embiid, and […] The post Kevin Durant Throws Shade At Top NBA International Stars appeared first on HEAVY.

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Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell break former MVP’s WNBA record

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During Friday night’s bout between the Indiana Fever and the Connecticut Sun, Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell put on another record-breaking performance. The Fever defeated the Sun 111-91 dominantly, as the duo has recorded 4 30-point games together in one season, surpassing former MVP Aja Wilson and Jackie Young’s record of two such games. Clark…

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Enes Kanter Freedom sets condition to quit WNBA - TalkBasket.net

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Enes Kanter Freedom says the WNBA can bring his controversial draft effort to an immediate end by making its eligibility requirements more specific. Freedom has declared for the 2027 WNBA Draft while challenging the league over how it defines who can participate. He says he would walk away if the rules explicitly restricted competition to […] The post Enes Kanter Freedom sets condition to quit WNBA appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Fever news: Caitlin Clark joins elusive WNBA club with another 30-10 double-double

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Updated Aug 29, 8:18 AM ET

Caitlin Clark was unstoppable as she made WNBA history following her performance in the Indiana Fever’s 111-91 blowout win over the Connecticut Sun on Friday night. Clark is going through the third season of her WNBA career with the Fever. After going through injuries in 2025, she has enjoyed a healthy season as Indiana looks forward to playoff […] The post Fever news: Caitlin Clark joins elusive WNBA club with another 30-10 double-double appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Damian Lillard Posts Photo of Astonishing Shooting Percentage in Practice Ahead of NBA Season

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Updated Aug 29, 8:02 PM ET

Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard is making his much-anticipated return to the court after missing the 2025-26 season with a torn left Achilles tendon.

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Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell each score 34 as Fever stay hot with 111-91 victory over Sun

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Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell each scored 34 points as the the Indiana Fever got past the Connecticut Sun 111-91 on Friday. Clark added 12 assists, marking the fifth time this year she's had a double-double with at least 30 and 10. Mitchell notched her 24th straight 20-point game in the Fever's final game before a three-week break for the FIBA Women's World Cup.

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Tempo Check: Prioritizing the Ping-Pong Balls

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Updated Aug 29, 8:28 AM ET

LAS VEGAS, NV - AUGUST 28: Laura Juskaite #2 of the Toronto Tempo handles the ball during the game against the Las Vegas Aces on August 28, 2026 at Michelob ULTRA Arena 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 David Becker/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Image...

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Warriors prepared to offer Steph Curry insane amount to retire in Golden State

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The Golden State Warriors are prepared to give Stephen Curry something even more valuable than a maximum contract: maximum control. Beginning Saturday, Curry can sign a two-year, $136.7 million extension that would keep him with Golden State through the 2028-29 season. Added to the approximately $62.5 million he will earn this season, the deal would...

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Would OG Anunoby have welcomed LeBron James joining Knicks?

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Amid the NBA’s LeBron James sweepstakes, the New York Knicks were reportedly a dark horse to land the future Hall of Fame forward, which OG Anunoby addressed following his championship run. While Anunoby is still asked about his game-winner in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, OG also discussed how he would have reacted to […] The post Would OG Anunoby have welcomed LeBron James joining Knicks? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Wha DeWanna Bonner brings to the Dream

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COLLEGE PARK, GEORGIA - AUGUST 05: DeWanna Bonner #24 of the Phoenix Mercury drives against Isobel Borlase #20 of the Atlanta Dream during the fourth quarter at Gateway Center Arena on August 05, 2026 in College Park, 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 Paras Griffin/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Atlanta Dream clinched ...

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Nuggets Release Julian Reese

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The Nuggets have formally waived Julian Reese, per NBA.com’s transaction log. A 6’9″ forward/center who was signed to a two-way contract, Reese was traded from Washington to Denver last week as part of the Peyton Watson deal. The Nuggets were able to acquire Reese despite being over the second tax apron because two-way contracts don’t […]

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Cavaliers Waive Cam Whitmore

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Updated Aug 29, 11:29 AM ET

The Cavaliers have waived Cam Whitmore, according to the official transaction log at NBA.com (hat tip to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype). Cleveland acquired Whitmore eight days ago as part of the five-team Peyton Watson deal. Reporting at the time indicated that the Cavaliers were “still working through” what to do with Whitmore, which suggested he […]

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