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Six 2026 NBA Draft Picks Remain Unsigned

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Through the end of July, 11 players selected in the second round of June’s draft were still in limbo, but we’ve some movement on that front in August. The first domino to fall was Dillon Mitchell, who signed a two-way contract with Boston. A couple days later Knicks second-round pick Jack Kayil became a draft-and-stash […]

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Pistons Not Interested In Signing-And-Trading Jalen Duren

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Updated Aug 30, 1:24 PM ET

On a recent episode of The Hoop Collective, ESPN's Tim MacMahon gave some insight into the Detroit Pistons thinking with restricted free agent Jalen Duren. MacMahon reported that the Pistons have let other teams know that they have no intention of helping Duren leaving Detroit. "The one restricted free agency situation that remains unresolved is Jalen Duren, who the Pistons absolutely positively 100% intend to keep, and made it clear to anybody pursuing him in a sign-and-trade possibilities l...

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Kevin Durant wants to become Team USA GM - TalkBasket.net

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Kevin Durant has set his sights on a role beyond the court, saying one of his main goals is to become the general manager of Team USA for an Olympic Games. Durant made the comments on Boardroom while reflecting on the new ambitions he has developed throughout his career. “Every day, I think about new […] The post Kevin Durant wants to become Team USA GM appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Natasha Cloud dismisses Enes Kanter Freedom, confrontation

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Updated Aug 30, 1:24 AM ET

The Sky's Natasha Cloud was dismissive of Enes Kanter Freedom, calling the former NBA player an "irrelevant person" while saying she is focused on issues that are "actually [affecting] women and children."

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Are the Lakers set up to be the most disappointing team this season?

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Updated Aug 29, 2:42 PM ET

Los Angeles, CA, Sunday, March 8, 2026 - Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) shares a laugh with referee Tre Maddox (23) during a break in the action against the New York Knicks at Crypto.com Arena. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) It’s no question that the Lakers made a big gamble this summer. Gone is not just LeBron James, but the entire starting five for most of the team’s series against the Rockets, which they won in six games. In are not just a lot of fresh face...

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Western Notes: Thompson, Green, Bridges, Thunder Broadcasts, James

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Klay Thompson played for the Warriors from the year he was drafted – 2011 – through the 2023/24 season. However, former teammate Draymond Green declared on his podcast (hat tip to Taylor Wirth of NBCBayAreaSports) that Thompson would have left the team in free agency much sooner if he hadn’t endured devastating injuries. Thompson suffered […]

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Inside the Suns: Way too early predictions, limiting starter minutes, deep bench players

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Welcome to Inside the Suns, a deep down analysis of the current Phoenix Suns team in which the Fantable – a round table of Bright Siders – give their takes on the Suns’ latest issues and news. Fantable Questions of the Week Q1: ESPN recently predicted the Suns to finish 8th in the West this season. What’s your opinion/prediction? zenzino: I’m not mad. As we learned from previous seasons: expectations are the killer of joy. I think they can certainly do better, though. As I said in a previous ...

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Jazz losing local beat coverage at troubling rate

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The Jazz are trying to get back to the playoffs. Unfortunately, the number of reporters covering them on a daily basis seems to be heading in the opposite direction. Sarah Todd announced Thursday that she has been laid off by the Deseret News after seven years covering the team, becoming the latest longtime reporter to […] The post Jazz losing local beat coverage at troubling rate appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Warriors invite former first-round pick Dalen Terry to preseason roster

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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - DECEMBER 7: Dalen Terry #7 of the Chicago Bulls dribbles past Will Richard #3 of the Golden State Warriors during the first half at the United Center on December 7, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. 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 Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Golden State Warriors only tentativel...

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NBA Notes: Timberwolves, Jonathan Kuminga, Clippers, Bennedict Mathurin, Jabari Parker

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Timberwolves The Timberwolves didn’t exactly play it safe this summer. That includes their decision to bet on Jonathan Kuminga. Kelly Iko of Yahoo Sports views Kuminga’s two-year, $12.4 million deal as a “low-cost, potentially high-impact move” for Minnesota, despite some lingering questions about his outside shooting and decision-making. It’s not difficult to see the upside. Minnesota […] The post NBA Notes: Timberwolves, Jonathan Kuminga, Clippers, Bennedict Mathurin, Jabari Parker appeared...

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New York Liberty vs. Chicago Sky Preview: Can New York Bounce Back Before the FIBA Break?

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Updated Aug 29, 1:08 PM ET

CHICAGO, IL - AUGUST 8: Kamilla Cardoso #10 of the Chicago Sky warms up before the game against the Indiana Fever on August 8, 2026 at the United Center in Chicago, IL. 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 Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The Liberty have one ...

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Jason Kidd: “I would never say no to coaching” - TalkBasket.net

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Here’s former Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd on what’s next for him. (via Rappler): “I think I love coaching. I love to watch players get better. I want to win. I want to help the team win. And so, I would never say no to coaching, maybe somewhere down the future. But also right […] The post Jason Kidd: “I would never say no to coaching” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Trevor Ariza: Kobe Bryant, Carmelo Anthony & Kevin Durant Were Toughest Players To Guard

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The Los Angeles Lakers have been fortunate enough to employ some of the greatest players in NBA history, including franchise legend Kobe Bryant who led the organization to five championships during his illustrious 20-year career. Bryant went from high school phenom to a league star almost immediately and he revitalized a Lakers franchise that had […]

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LeBron James struggled with Austin Reaves role - TalkBasket.net

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Updated Aug 29, 1:51 PM ET

LeBron James had an “internal conflict” during the 2025-26 season over how much he needed to defer to Austin Reaves, according to Law Murray. The issue came within a Lakers offense that also featured Luka Doncic as the clear primary option. “Covering LeBron James last season, he had an internal conflict going on with how […] The post LeBron James struggled with Austin Reaves role appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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