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WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 23: Dwight Howard #21 of the Washington Wizards poses for photos with fans after an introductory press conference at the Capital One Arena on July 23, 2018 in Washington, DC. 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty ...

TARRYTOWN, NY - AUGUST 12: Devonte Graham #4 of the Charlotte Hornets, Mo Bamba #5 of the Orlando Magic and Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks hang out during the 2018 NBA Rookie Shoot on August 12, 2018 at the Madison Square Garden Training Center in Tarrytown, New York. 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: Copyr...

ATLANTA, GA - MARCH 30: Jalen Johnson #1 & Jonathan Kuminga #0 of the Atlanta Hawks high five during the game against the Boston Celtics on March 30, 2026 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Adam Hagy/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Ima...

BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 8: RJ Barrett #9 of the New York Knicks shoots the ball during the game against the Boston Celtics on January 8, 2022 at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 2022 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Reall...

Over or under 51?

After years of irrelevance, Washington appears ready to hit the gas pedal. But in a competitive East, what is the ceiling for Dybantsa and the new-look Wizards?

Negotiations between the restricted free agent and Detroit are held up as both sides are still far apart on price.

Jonathan Kuminga has not spoken about why he rejected the Lakers.

With training camps opening in a month, the offseason is nearly over. Actual NBA basketball can't come soon enough, but teams still have business to attend to before opening night.

The Los Angeles Lakers’ inability to land Jonathan Kuminga could create additional opportunities for several players already on the roster heading into the 2026-27 season. Los Angeles is not expected to make another major addition before training camp, meaning the fifth starting position alongside Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, Walker Kessler and presumably Quentin Grimes will […] The post Lakers players gain opportunities after Jonathan Kuminga miss appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

It turns out Damian Lillard's shooting clinic that the Portland Trail Blazers posted about last week represents only a small fraction of what he has been doing as he looks to return to the court in peak form after missing the entire 2025-26 season.

TORONTO, CANADA - JANUARY 15: Darko Rajakovic, head coach of the Toronto Raptors, talks with Scottie Barnes #4, Immanuel Quickley #5, and RJ Barrett #9 during the second half of their NBA game against the Boston Celtics at Scotiabank Arena on January 15, 2024 in Toronto, Canada. 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 Cole Burston/Gett...

Larry Bird wouldn’t just make the league today. He would be even more dominant.

HOUSTON, TX - MARCH 21: Alperen Sengun #28 & Jabari Smith Jr. #10 of the Houston Rockets smile before the game against the Miami Heat on March 21, 2026 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. 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 Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Image...

BOSTON, MA - MAY 2: Paul George #8 of the Philadelphia 76ers is guarded by Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics during the game during Round One Game Seven of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 2, 2026 at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Jesse D. Gar...

LeBron James believed he would surpass Michael Jordan as a teenager.

The 2026–27 NBA season is still weeks away, but the championship conversation is already taking shape. Offseason moves, returning cores and last season’s playoff performances have created some clear separation among the leading contenders across both conferences. Oklahoma City and San Antonio headline the early picture, with several familiar heavyweights chasing them into opening night. […] The post Odds to Win 2027 NBA Finals: Breaking Down the Early Contender Tiers appeared first on TalkBas...

Rankind the trade value of the Utah Jazz roster

Billy Donovan said the arrival of a new front office was the main reason he decided to step down as Chicago Bulls head coach in April. Donovan later joined the San Antonio Spurs in July, after initially expecting to spend the 2026-27 season away from coaching. Speaking about his decision, Donovan told Olivia Eisenhauer that […] The post Billy Donovan explains why he stepped down as Bulls coach appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Having a FIBA World Cup qualifying window right in the middle of the offseason has allowed a few NBA players to represent their country as they compete for a spot in Qatar. Boston Celtics big man Neemias Queta suited up for Portugal for this qualifying window, and he played a huge role in their 95-89 […] The post Celtics’ Neemias Queta gets encouraging injury update after exiting FIBA game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Erik Spoelstra believes international basketball can be one of the best ways for NBA players to prepare for a new season while continuing their development. The Miami Heat and USA Basketball head coach discussed the benefits as Heat players Simone Fontecchio and Nikola Jovic represented Italy and Serbia, respectively, during the 2027 FIBA World Cup […] The post Erik Spoelstra backs NBA players joining national teams appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Lu Dort is on international duty for the Canadian national team as he gave Atlanta Hawks fans a sneak peek of what he can do for them going into the 2026-27 NBA season. Dort is preparing for the eighth season of his NBA career, his first with the Hawks. He spent the first seven years […] The post Lu Dort’s numbers in Canada’s win vs. Argentina will hype up Hawks fans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Still making my way through the Atlantic Division as I explore the world of basketball around us. I feel like LeVar Burton doing Reading Rainbow, except instead of riveting children’s stories, I’m learning about why nobody has won back-to-back titles since the Golden State Warriors last did it between 2017 and 2018. One of those teams that had an opportunity and squandered it is the Boston Celtics, who won in 2024 and then suddenly have a roster that looks markedly different than that squad. ...

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 14: Darryn Peterson #22 of the Utah Jazz 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 Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) | NB...

The New York Knicks have finally captured their white whale. After over 50 years, New York overcame their demons and won the NBA championship. The Knicks won the Larry O’Brien trophy in thrilling fashion, coming back from a large deficit in nearly every game they won against the San Antonio Spurs. New York was able […] The post Knicks take subtle shot at Spurs’ Finals meltdown with ’29’ post appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Jose Alvarado has always been proud of his Puerto Rican roots. Just a few days after helping the New York Knicks win the championship and end a 53-year title drought, Alvarado joined the Puerto Rican Day Parade in the Big Apple alongside Jordan Clarkson. A few months later, Alvarado heeded the call of duty, suiting […] The post Knicks’ Jose Alvarado experiences brutal offense outage in Puerto Rico’s FIBA loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Fans of the Oklahoma City Thunder were gutted when Lu Dort was traded to the Atlanta Hawks in July in a three-team deal. Dort became well-loved in Oklahoma City since he arrived in 2019 as an undrafted pick-up. He endeared himself to the fans with his hard work, professionalism, and no-nonsense approach. He was instrumental […] The post Lu Dort gets real on playing without Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for Canada in FIBA World Cup qualifiers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Mychal Thompson makes his feelings known on critics who think 36-year-old Klay Thompson is "washed" in his year 14 in the NBA.

Inglewood, CA - April 15: Forward Kawhi Leonard #2 of the LA Clippers fights for the ball against forward Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors and forward Gui Santos, right, of the Golden State Warriors in the first half of a NBA play-in tournament basketball game at Intuit Dome in Inglewood on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. (Photo by Keith Birmingham/MediaNews Group/Pasadena Star-News via Getty Images) | MediaNews Group via Getty Images I’ve been hanging out in the Western Conference ...