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Isaiah Thomas reveals interesting plan to continue career, but not in NBA

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Former NBA point guard Isaiah Thomas is one of the most well-traveled players in recent league history, having played on ten teams in 12 NBA seasons. Thomas made them count, endearing himself to millions of fans and making two All-Star teams during his time in the league. Thomas has remained active in the sport of […] The post Isaiah Thomas reveals interesting plan to continue career, but not in NBA appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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‘All of the players hate her guts’: Dave Portnoy reacts to WNBA commissioner’s shocking announcement

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Last Friday, WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced she would retire from her role effective December 31. 2026. Engelbert has served as the league commissioner since 2019 and has relished her seven-and-a-half-year tenure. “I love women’s basketball and am not going anywhere yet,” Engelbert said. The news came as a shock to the league, but her…

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Central Notes: Duren, Buzelis, Ware, Bucks

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Jalen Duren’s long standoff with the Pistons will likely result in an extension agreement, but Brett Siegel of Clutch Points doesn’t expect him to remain in Detroit for the entirety of his new deal. Speaking recently on the Clutch Scoops podcast (YouTube link, hat tip to Heavy), Siegel suggested that Duren is a strong candidate […]

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Collin Sexton: Walker Kessler Will Have Huge Impact Defensively For Lakers

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The start of training camp is nearly here for the Los Angeles Lakers as they begin their preparation for the 2026-27 season. L.A. retooled its roster around star Luka Doncic and at the forefront was bringing in a cornerstone center in Walker Kessler. The Lakers registered interest in Kessler for several years, but the Utah […]

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Why Jaylen Brown’s infamous ‘favorite season’ quote could bode well for the Sixers

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Updated Sep 7, 12:17 PM ET

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...

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Danny Green weighs in on Lakers’ playoff outlook - TalkBasket.net

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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.

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Kevon Looney Gives Reason For Picking 55 As Lakers Jersey Number

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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 […]

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Previewing the Atlanta Dream’s potential playoff opponents

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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 ...

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Ranking the Suns’ most important rotation players

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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...

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Hyunjung Lee, Trail Blazers Sign Camp Deal

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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...

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Collin Sexton Says 'Opportunity To Win' Attracted Him To Lakers

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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...

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Quentin Grimes relishing increased opportunities with Lakers

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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...

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Ranking Top NBA Free Agents Available Ahead of 2026-27 Season

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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.

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Payton Pritchard: starter or sixth man?

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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...

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