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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 6: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers talks to the media at Francis J. Myers Recreation Center on August 6, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images In May, Jaylen Brown was down bad. The Sixers had just pulled off t...

Four prominent NBA insiders described an aggressive Clippers defense that allegedly damaged relationships and included misleading reporters.

Danny Green believes the Lakers’ offseason overhaul could produce a strong regular season, but he remains uncertain about how the young roster will perform once the playoffs begin. According to Lakers Nation, Green said he initially was unsure about the direction of the franchise before the Lakers made several moves in rapid succession. He ultimately […] The post Danny Green weighs in on Lakers’ playoff outlook appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Los Angeles Lakers big man Kevon Looney will be an important piece of the roster this season. While Walker Kessler is slotted in as the starting center, Looney looks to be the primary backup and will provide size, physicality, rebounding and championship experience for this squad. Most will recall Looney as a longtime member of […]

The Fighting Illini went more than a decade without a first round draft pick. Now, they cant miss. Is Quentin Coleman next in line?

LOS ANGELES, CA - AUGUST 24: The Atlanta Dream look on during the game against the Los Angeles Sparks on August 24, 2026 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. 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 Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images How have the Atlanta ...

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 08: Collin Gillespie #12 of the Phoenix Suns drives the ball against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half of the NBA game at Mortgage Matchup Center on April 08, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Christian Petersen/Getty Images) | Getty Images As we’ve gone through the Sun...

Clark went scoreless. The refs made it worse.

He praised her. Then argued with her.

The Portland Trail Blazers have signed wing Hyunjung Lee to an Exhibit 10 contract, Lee's agency announced. An Exhibit 10 contract is a non-guranteed deal that is set up for Lee to eventually join the Rip City Remix of the G League following the preseason. Lee has spent the last three seasons playing for teams in Japan and Australia. He previously played in the G League during the 2022-23 after going undrafted out of Davidson. The 6-foot-7 wing is also a prominent member of the South Korean n...

New Los Angeles Lakers guard Collin Sexton is excited and ready for his first season with the team to start. Speaking with ESPN LA in a recent interview, Sexton said he's ready to win with the Lakers. "I would say just opportunity to win, being on big stage and being in the situation where I can try to come in and impact winning," Sexton replied when asked about why he chose the Lakers in free agency. "I feel like I've been on different teams where it's just been a lot tougher. Of course, the...

Let’s rank the teams that can actually win the 2027 NBA championship.

For guard Quentin Grimes, the decision to join the Lakers this summer was a “no-brainer.” Because for the 26-year-old Grimes, the Lakers offered several appealing factors: stability, familiarity and opportunity. Stability in the form of a four-year, $60 million contract (with a player option for the 2029-30 season) after playing for four teams over the...

The Knicks might not be in a position to give Miles McBride the kind of deal he'd want.

How will this roster fare in Season 1 without Giannis? We're recapping the offseason and taking an early look at 2026-27.

Most NBA teams have locked in the heart of their 2026-27 rosters. The whirlwind of movement included LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers, Peyton Watson being sign-and-traded from the Denver Nuggets to the Cleveland Cavaliers, and Jonathan Kuminga finally inking with the Minnesota Timberwolves at a relative discount.

Here's the full WNBA schedule for Aug. 30, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.

BOSTON, MA - MAY 2: Payton Pritchard #11 of the Boston Celtics dribbles the ball during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers 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 Brian Babineau...

Rookie WNBA sensation Olivia Miles isn’t a part of the Team USA roster for the 2026 FIBA World Cup. She is spending the break focusing on one key factor ahead of the postseason.

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The 2016 NBA postseason is full of comeback stories, even on the championship stage. Before the Golden State Warriors became known for blowing a 3-1 lead against the Cleveland Cavaliers, they first completed a comeback in the Western Conference Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Speaking with Dion Waiters, who was a role player for […] The post Dion Waiters recalls KD’s move to Warriors after OKC blew 3-1 lead appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Chris Paul reveals one important lesson he learned from playing for seven different teams over 21 years in the NBA.

James Plowright of the Buzz Beat Podcast uses his dulcet British tones to break down the upcoming Hornets season. Was the LaMelo trade the right move? How do newcomers Naz Reid, Grayson Allen, Royce O'Neale, and the rookies fit in? How can Brandon Miller and Kon Knueppel evolve as they take on more offensive responsibility? Plus, we make our predictions for the Hornets season. Join Dunc'd On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger ...

Julius “Dr. J” Erving says LeBron James’ unfinished career is one reason he does not place the former Los Angeles Lakers star among his all-time players yet. Erving explained that he generally evaluates retired players for his all-time teams, meaning James will have to complete his career before he can be placed in that context. […] The post Julius Erving explains why LeBron James is not on his list appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Appearing on the Link with JB podcast (YouTube link), new Clippers wing Max Strus joked that he doesn’t have a “bag” and said he prides himself on doing the “little things” that help his star teammates thrive and help his club win games. “I used to have a bag back in college, but I don’t […]

Indiana Fever star Kelsey Mitchell did not participate in the USA Basketball training camps.

The Miami Heat apparently passed on Ben Simmons because he is not a win-now player.

Nick Van Exel recently opened up about the essence of Kobe Bryant's "Mamba Mentality" and how his infamous shortcomings helped cultivate it.

The fans just can’t get enough of Sophie Cunningham, and the guard has finally reacted to a rally that was held in her honor. With her teammates off to Berlin, Germany, for the FIBA World Cup, the Indiana Fever guard is enjoying the downtime as the WNBA pauses for the signature FIBA tournament.