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Michael Porter Jr. seeking $40M annual extension - TalkBasket.net

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Michael Porter Jr. is seeking a contract extension that starts around $40 million annually as he enters the final season of his deal with the Brooklyn Nets, according to Sean Deveney of Heavy.com. Brooklyn is not expected to meet that asking price, leaving another round of trade speculation possible if the sides cannot find common […] The post Michael Porter Jr. seeking $40M annual extension appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Architect of a Detroit Sports Dynasty: Tom Wilson Enshrined into the American Basketball Hall of Fame - TalkBasket.net

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ROCHESTER, Mich. — The American Basketball Hall of Fame proudly announces the induction of legendary sports executive Tom Wilson into its distinguished Class of 2026. Wilson, the former President and Chief Executive Officer of the Detroit Pistons and Palace Sports & Entertainment, was officially enshrined on Sunday, August 30, during the American Basketball Hall of […] The post Architect of a Detroit Sports Dynasty: Tom Wilson Enshrined into the American Basketball Hall of Fame appeared first...

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Lu Dort excited for Hawks move after trade from Thunder - TalkBasket.net

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Lu Dort is embracing his move to the Atlanta Hawks after spending the first seven seasons of his NBA career with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Dort said Monday that he immediately contacted Nickeil Alexander-Walker, one of his closest friends, after learning he was headed to Atlanta. “It’s amazing,” Dort said, according to Clemente Almanza. “Obviously, […] The post Lu Dort excited for Hawks move after trade from Thunder appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Southwest division watch: Did Wemby just pull a Duncan?

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Updated Sep 1, 2:21 AM ET

Dub Nation! This has been a piece I’ve been looking forward to writing for a minute as we finish our recap of the offseason moves of the Southwest division. The San Antonio Spurs won the Western Conference Finals and in my mind would have won the NBA Finals if they had that dawg in them. But if they had met a healthy Golden State Warriors team in the playoffs last year I HAVE NO DOUBT that the Dubs would have tucked the kids in San Antonio to sleep. But that’s just me though. Golden State and...

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Luka Doncic, Magic Johnson make Lance Stephenson’s all-time PG ranking

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Updated Sep 1, 1:41 AM ET

For years, the Los Angeles Lakers belonged to LeBron James. Now, Luka Doncic has taken the mantle. With James gone and the Lakers fully committed to building around Doncic, he will carry the weight and opportunity of leading one of the most demanding franchises in sports into a new era. It is off to a […] The post Luka Doncic, Magic Johnson make Lance Stephenson’s all-time PG ranking appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Exclusive: Blazers intriguing young wing pinpoints major NBA-G League difference

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The Detroit Pistons’ G League affiliate, the Motor City Cruise, went viral on social media this summer for an announcement that they would be hosting open tryouts. Shortly after, a somewhat cringe-worth video began circulating purporting to be the tryouts. It was later revealed that the highlights were not, in fact, the real deal. But […] The post Exclusive: Blazers intriguing young wing pinpoints major NBA-G League difference appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers’ Ziaire Williams reveals how he can thrive with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves

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Updated Sep 1, 4:09 PM ET

Ziaire Williams was an under-the-radar acquisition of the Los Angeles Lakers in the offseason. The Lakers are his third team in six years, and Williams is eager to carve out a consistent role and play for the Purple and Gold for a long time. He is in a surreal situation. He was a die-hard fan […] The post Lakers’ Ziaire Williams reveals how he can thrive with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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VJ Edgecombe’s eruption for Bahamas will have 76ers fans expecting huge Year 2

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Entering his second year with the Philadelphia 76ers, VJ Edgecombe is looking to pick up right where he left off in his rookie campaign. While his scoring might dip with the arrival of LeBron James and Jaylen Brown, Edgecombe will remain a big part of the offense. He and Tyrese Maxey form arguably the most […] The post VJ Edgecombe’s eruption for Bahamas will have 76ers fans expecting huge Year 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Southwest division watch: Will the Pelicans ever fly?

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Updated Sep 1, 1:41 AM ET

Another division, another team that is trying to find a better day now that the Golden State Warriors dynasty is on its last legs. We’re in the Southwest division now; let’s take it straight to the bottom. I’m not just talking about the division standings, I’m talking the Bayou where the New Orleans Pelicans reside. The Warriors took two of three from New Orleans last season, getting the best of a team that went 26-56 last year. They fired their coach, hired Jamahl Mosley away from Orlando, a...

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Matt Barnes thinks Warriors’ Stephen Curry will follow Kobe Bryant’s retirement footsteps

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Updated Sep 1, 12:44 PM ET

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry is entering his 18th season in the NBA. Typically, players in the later stages of their careers are expected to take a back seat to younger teammates and play a supporting role. Such is not the case for Curry. After all, he is not a typical star. The 38-year-old […] The post Matt Barnes thinks Warriors’ Stephen Curry will follow Kobe Bryant’s retirement footsteps appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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"There's no question I want to be here the rest of my career, and I'm pretty sure that's going to happen," - Steph on his extension

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"The deal and the contract stuff will happen at the right time, and we're not letting it be a distraction from our preparation for the season, and the fact that the team we're coming back with has a lot of familiarity," Curry said. submitted by /u/BUUAHAHAHA [link] [comments]

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Jazz Sign Matthew Murrell

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The Jazz announced Monday in a press release that they have signed free agent guard Matthew Murrell, who spent last season with their G League affiliate, the Salt Lake City Stars. Murrell almost certainly signed an Exhibit 10 deal ahead of training camp. If he’s waived before 2026/27 begins and spends at least 60 days […]

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Steph Curry On Extension: 'We'll Figure That Out At The Right Time'

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Speaking to Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area on Monday at a charity event at the Palo Alto Hills Golf & Country Club, newly extension-eligible Warriors guard Stephen Curry reiterated that he has no desire to leave the only NBA team he has ever played for. “There’s no question I want to be here […]

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Hornets Sign Josiah Allick To Exhibit 10 Contract

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The Hornets have signed free agent forward Josiah Allick, the team announced (via Twitter). While the terms of Allick’s agreement were not disclosed, Rod Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports that the 25-year-old signed an Exhibit 10 contract for training camp (Twitter link). Allick spent three college seasons with the University of Missouri-Kansas City prior […]

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Lakers Notes: Z. Williams, Owners, Front Office, Offseason

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In an interview with Benjamin Royer of The Southern California News Group, new Lakers forward Ziaire Williams expressed excitement about being able to play close to home. Williams was raised in nearby Lancaster, California, which is about 70 miles north of downtown Los Angeles, and played high school basketball with Bronny James at Sierra Canyon. […]

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Jonathan Kuminga opens up on choosing Wolves over Lakers - TalkBasket.net

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After four seasons with the Golden State Warriors and being sent to the Atlanta Hawks during the recent trade deadline, Jonathan Kuminga takes a big step to land in Minnesota. When everyone thought he would sign in Los Angeles, it turned out differently as Kuminga went the other way. The NBA champion opened up about […] The post Jonathan Kuminga opens up on choosing Wolves over Lakers appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Bucks Reacts Survey: Just how good will Brayden Burries become?

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Updated Sep 1, 10:24 AM ET

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 14: Brayden Burries #0 of the Milwaukee Bucks poses for a portrait during the 2026 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot on July 14, 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...

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Jalen Brunson Reacts to Mitchell Robinson Signing Celtics Contract After Knicks' NBA Championship

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Updated Sep 1, 7:40 AM ET

The New York Knicks lost a key piece from their 2026 championship roster when veteran center Mitchell Robinson signed with the rival Boston Celtics in free agency.

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