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As the fallout from the Los Angeles Clippers' historic punishment unfolds, the Los Angeles Lakers probably can't help but laugh at their luck.

As expected, the Pelicans have officially waived big man Taj Gibson, the team announced today in a press release. Gibson was sent from Memphis to New Orleans as part of the four-player trade completed by the Grizzlies and Pelicans on Tuesday. The 17-year NBA veteran was included in that deal for cap purposes and was […]

Taj Gibson has been waived by the New Orleans Pelicans. Gibson was acquired by the Pelicans on Tuesday from the Memphis Grizzlies as part of the Jordan Hawkins trade. Gibson had signed a multi-year contract with the Grizzlies in February. Gibson appeared in 10 games with Memphis in his age-40 season, averaging 3.4 points and 2.7 rebounds in 9.7 minutes.

Cunningham reveals the painful sacrifices she continues to make amid her WNBA rise.

While Scoot Henderson remains a promising young player, a contract extension may not be on the radar just yet.

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark can't stop mentioning Breanna Stewart during a recent interview about the Team USA players.

Without a doubt the biggest addition the Los Angeles Lakers made to their roster this offseason was acquiring center Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz. Getting a true center to pair with Luka Doncic has long been a priority and the Lakers believe they have found the right piece in the fifth-year big out of […]

Whether introductions or reminders, these international stars are shining under the World Cup lights.

Imani McGee-Stafford leads a Puerto Rico huddle at the FIBA World Cup. | Getty Images WNBA stars will always draw the biggest crowds at the World Cup, but what would FIBA play be without lesser known players putting on headline performances? Going into the knockout rounds, a handful of international stars already have put on for a global audience. Have they proven that they also deserve a(nother) shot in the WNBA? Virag Takacs-Kiss (Hungary) Hungary pushed to a second-place finish in their gr...

An Accursed Bog Witch Predicts the 2026-2027 Timberwolves Season

Devin Booker, Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green represent the players Phoenix is counting on most to make an impact every night.

Bronny James appears likely to survive the Lakers’ roster crunch, but his long-term future could depend on this season.

Patrick Beverley has recalled the contract negotiations that preceded his departure from the Los Angeles Clippers, saying he turned down more money from the Sacramento Kings because he wanted to remain with the Clippers. “I signed a three-year $40 million contract with the Clippers. I turned down a three-year $50 million with Sacramento just to […] The post Patrick Beverley recalls Clippers contract talks appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Former NBA player Robert Horry can't believe Jonathan Kuminga went to Minnesota of all places.

While Amen Thompson certainly boasts star potential, an NBA insider claims his best version may be a young Ben Simmons.

After a rumor surfaced online that the Charlotte Hornets are on the verge of completing a trade for Sacramento Kings veteran big man Domantas Sabonis, one expert quickly dismissed the idea.

September 8, 2026: A sign at the New York Liberty practice facility grounds in Brooklyn, NY. | Norman Oder/Atlantic Yards Report In 2025, the New York Liberty announced they would be building their own practice facility in the Greenpoint section of Brooklyn for the 2027 WNBA season. With a few months to go in 2026, there are questions as to whether they’ll have the facility up and running. On Tuesday, Brooklyn based journalist Norman Oder reported on a visit to Greenpoint, the site of the pla...

Australian forward Alanna Smith’s injury issues continue into the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, causing her to miss the rest of the tournament.

Once the Kawhi Leonard trade with Toronto is finalized, the Clippers plan to hold onto Brandon Ingram for a while rather than immediately trying to flip him for other players or draft picks, Jake Fischer said on Bleacher Report’s NBA Insider Notebook (video link, hat tip to BasketNews). Fischer confirms that the Clippers have informed […]

Devin Vassell’s three-point celebration caught attention.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar believes Kawhi Leonard escaped with relatively minor punishment while the Clippers lost five crucial first-round picks.

With trade rumors surrounding Domantas Sabonis gathering more traction, we explore how the Hornets could acquire him.

While the young WNBA stars are helping bring popularity to the women’s game in America, they are still a little behind when it comes to global notoriety. Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Paige Bueckers may have settled for a bench role for Team USA at the FIBA World Cup, but that hasn’t affected their popularity.

This rookie skipped the questions and ran the show.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - APRIL 19: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns dribbles the ball during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder during Round One Game One of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 19, 2026 at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 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 B...

The late stages of the NBA offseason continue to bring us some excitement and have helped decipher which teams truly got better or worse.

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Team USA drops to No. 2 behind France, reigniting the debate over Caitlin Clark's bench role.

After missing out on an epic homecoming with LeBron James, our insiders examine what to expect from the Cavaliers in the 2026-2027 season.

With an insider naming three stars as potential trade deadline targets for the Heat, we explore how Miami could acquire them.