Basketball News · LatestTuesday, Sep 1, 2026

The Kelsey Plum and Phoenix Mercury arrangement never went as anyone planned. The five-game and 105-minute sample size was supposed to be 14, but a lingering injury sidelined Plum for the remainder of the Mercury’s season . It’s not missing that chunk of time that is the problem. The issue lies in the 2026 offseason. Plum is set to become an […] The post How Mercury's Kelsey Plum trade could go down as one of the worst in WNBA history appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Here is the Cavaliers’ projected starting lineup and rotation for 2026-27, with a Big Four that will once again carry most of their title hopes.

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. could be on the move in 2026-27. After turning in the best campaign of his career last season, Porter Jr. has been eligible for a contract extension, which came to no avail this summer. Brooklyn will have to make a decision sometime in the near future. There could be […] The post Nets rumors: Rival exec makes Michael Porter Jr. trade prediction amid $40 million question appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Dallas Mavericks could give Kyrie Irving several months to return from his torn ACL before reassessing his trade value in January, according to Sean Deveney of Heavy.com. Dallas has rejected trade inquiries since mid-June, but rival teams continue to monitor whether that stance changes before the Feb. 11 deadline. “Like a lot of veterans, […] The post Mavericks could test Kyrie Irving’s trade value in January appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 14: Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles past Bruce Brown #11 of the Denver Nuggets during the first half of a game at Crypto.com Arena on March 14, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) | Getty Images Jonathan Kuminga’s decision to sign with the Wolves left the Lakers with a glaring hole in the front court. The discussion around it has largely ranged from making a trade to internal options. Little thought has b...

Stephen Curry became eligible for a contract extension with the Golden State Warriors over the weekend and the front office is allowing him to decide which direction to take on the deal. Curry can sign for up to two years and $136.7 million with the Warriors. The contract would take him through his age-40 season. Curry is on a $62.6 million expiring contract after previously signing his one-year extension in 2024. Curry could wait until the offseason to sign an extension to give the front off...

Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve had a lot to say to her players.

Minnesota Lynx rookie Olivia Miles gave a strong take about Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark.

U.S. coach Kara Lawson says this version of the FIBA World Cup is the most challenging she's seen.

The Dallas Mavericks are just weeks away from year-two Cooper Flagg and a new look roster taking the court for training camp. In the calm before the upcoming storm that is the NBA season, basketball-related news is quiet, but that leaves plenty of room for things like… jersey leaks. It’s no secret that the NBA loves to pump out multiple jerseys for each team around the league, enlisting Nike to help them do just that. Originally having an eight-year deal, Nike and the NBA didn’t even finish t...

How should the Sixers fill their last open roster spot? These six players are worth keeping an eye on.

Victor Oladipo has looked back on the remarkable circumstances surrounding the beginning of his NBA career and a family story that made his draft night even more meaningful. Long before Oladipo became a basketball player, his mother had a dream while pregnant with him and his twin sister in 1992. In that dream, Nigerian basketball […] The post Victor Oladipo details surreal Hakeem Olajuwon coincidence appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

submitted by /u/stephinthemeadows [link] [comments]

Before he became a centerpiece of the OG Anunoby trade, Rowan Junior helped the Knicks find their way out of the wilderness.

2 Mar 2002: Head coach Don Nelson of the Dallas Mavericks kicks at his center, Dirk Nowitzki #41, before the NBA game against the Miami Heat at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. The Heat won, 109-95. DIGITAL IMAGE. 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 2002 NBAE Mandatory Credit: Glenn James/NBAE/...

If you want to watch Cavaliers games in 2026-27, you’d better be ready to pay. That’s because the Cavs announced a multi-year agreement with streaming service DAZN, meaning their local games will no longer be available through a traditional cable arrangement. The cost starts at $19.99 a month. There is one exception. Fifteen games will […] The post Cavs announce agreement with DAZN, removing games from cable appeared first on Hoops Wire.

You know what time it is. Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard grabbed attention with his workout video in which he knocked down 1,110 out of 1,168 shots. We’re not good at math, but that’s a lot of buckets. Also, a jaw-dropping accuracy. Lillard is one of the best snipers in league history, and his […] The post Blazers flex Damian Lillard’s ridiculous shooting practice total appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Chicago Sky guard Skylar Diggins will miss the remainder of the WNBA's season as she continues to recover from a right knee injury, the team announced Tuesday.

Victor Oladipo, who has been out of the NBA since April 2023, has written an open letter to NBA general managers asking for another chance and saying he's now healthy.

It’s a big day for Pounding The Rock. Today, the SB Nation app is live, and it’s the best way to follow the Spurs. You can download it by searching SB Nation for iOS or Android. A year ago we made some big changes to our community, including offering fewer ads and the addition of […]

It’s a big day for NetsDaily. Today, the SB Nation app is live, and it’s the best way to follow the Nets. You can download it by searching SB Nation for iOS or Android. A year ago we made some big changes to our community, including offering fewer ads and the addition of the Feed. […]

The voice of the people.

The Kobe Bryant farewell tour during the 2016 season was truly one of the most surreal experiences in NBA history. At every stop during Bryant’s final season, the Los Angeles Lakers legend was showered with love and praise, even in those arenas which booed him vociferously throughout the rest of his career. And Bryant took […]

There's a clear frontrunner and it's a familiar name.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 31: Michael Porter Jr. #17 of the Brooklyn Nets looks on from the bench during after the game against the Charlotte Hornets at Barclays Center on March 31, 2026 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. 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 Ishika Samant/Getty Images) | Getty Images Heavy.com’s Sean Deveney...

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson will enter his ninth season with one thing on his mind: Defend the title. He is probably eager to prove that their inspired run to the Larry O’Brien Trophy last season was not an aberration. If Brunson gets a second ring, he can make a strong case for being […] The post Ex-Knicks star’s Derrick Rose hot take on Jalen Brunson grabs attention appeared first on ClutchPoints.

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - APRIL 06: Aday Mara #15 of the Michigan Wolverines and Tarris Reed Jr. #5 of the UConn Huskies tip-off in the National Championship of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium on April 06, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) | Getty Images It’s a big day for Mid-Major Madness. Today, the SB Nation app is live, and it’s the best way to follow our college basketball coverage.  You can download it by searching SB...

At the beginning of the offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers made it known that building out the front office staff was a top priority. The franchise was expected to hire two assistant general managers to work under Rob Pelinka in addition to filling out the rest of the front office departments such as scouting, which […]

MINNEAPOLIS, MN. - MARCH 2026: Kevin Love (42) of the Utah Jazz looks to pass the ball in the first quarter at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn., on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Utah Jazz. (Photo by Carlos Gonzalez/The Minnesota Star Tribune via Getty Images) | Star Tribune via Getty Images The NBA’s few remaining notable agents not named Jalen Duren have started flying off the board over the past few weeks. Peyton Watson is now a Cleveland Cavalier. DeMar DeRozan i...

Anthony Davis could ask the Washington Wizards for a trade if the team’s season starts poorly, according to ESPN’s Ohm Youngmisuk. Washington and Davis have mutually agreed to postpone discussions about a contract extension until after the regular season begins, leaving the veteran center’s long-term future unresolved. “Depending how the season begins for Washington, the […] The post Anthony Davis could seek Wizards trade if season goes wrong appeared first on TalkBasket.net.