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Nate Bjorkgren Transitions to Special Assistant Role With Blazers

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PORTLAND, OREGON - DECEMBER 28: Assistant coach Nate Bjorkgren of the Portland Trail Blazers looks on before the game against the Dallas Mavericks at Moda Center on December 28, 2024 in Portland, Oregon. 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 Soobum Im/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Portland Trail Blazers have announced several addi...

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Timberwolves’ Jonathan Kuminga calls move ‘one of best decisions I’ve made’

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Jonathan Kuminga didn’t exactly leave much room for interpretation during his introductory press conference with the Timberwolves. “Just looking back, I think I would say it’s one of the best decisions I’ve made,” Kuminga said, via Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic. “Just looking at the roster, looking at the young group of guys they have […] The post Timberwolves’ Jonathan Kuminga calls move ‘one of best decisions I’ve made’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Ziaire Williams confident about major Lakers role - TalkBasket.net

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Ziaire Williams believes a meaningful opportunity is waiting for him with the Los Angeles Lakers after the team missed out on Jonathan Kuminga. The 24-year-old forward recently joined Los Angeles on a one-year, $3 million veteran minimum contract. With Kuminga choosing Minnesota instead, Williams could now have a larger role than initially expected. Asked whether […] The post Ziaire Williams confident about major Lakers role appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Mid-Major Reacts Results: NIT should head back to Hinkle

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - APRIL 1: Loyola (Il) Ramblers and Chattanooga Mocs tipoff to start a semifinal game of the 2025 Men's National Invitation Tournament held at Hinkle Fieldhouse on April 1, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Joe Robbins/NCAA Photos/NCAA Photos via Getty Images) | NCAA Photos via Getty Images We’re still waiting to hear where the NIT semifinals and championship will be at the end of this season, and Mid-Major Madness fans believe it should return to Hinkle Fieldhous...

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NBA Notes: Raptors, Kawhi Leonard, Grizzlies, Walter Clayton, Mavericks

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Raptors The Raptors want Kawhi Leonard. Leonard wants the Raptors. The Clippers are apparently asking everyone to wait. According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, Toronto and Leonard are eager to complete the agreed-upon trade that will send him back to the franchise he led to the 2019 championship. Los Angeles is believed to […] The post NBA Notes: Raptors, Kawhi Leonard, Grizzlies, Walter Clayton Jr, Mavericks appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Bulls Announce Plans To Honor Stacey King During 2026/27 Season

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The Bulls intend to honor former player and broadcaster Stacey King during the 2026/27 season, following his death in June, the team announced today in a press release. According to the Bulls, the team’s jerseys for the coming season will feature a band on the upper-left side that reads “King.” The letter I in King […]

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Timberwolves forward Jonathan Kuminga's LaMelo Ball mic drop is no Stephen Curry diss

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After playing the first four and a half seasons with All-Star Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors, Jonathan Kuminga will play his first season for the Minnesota Timberwolves in 2026-27. Kuminga signed a two-year contract with the Timberwolves, worth $12 million, and reported to his new team ahead of his formal media introduction, where […] The post Timberwolves forward Jonathan Kuminga’s LaMelo Ball mic drop is no Stephen Curry diss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jonathan Kuminga Hypes LaMelo Ball as Best Passer He's Played with Despite Curry, CP3 Pairings

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Updated Sep 10, 11:02 PM ET

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jonathan Kuminga teamed up with a couple legendary point guards in Stephen Curry and Chris Paul during his time with the Golden State Warriors, and he'll now play with another talented floor general in LaMelo Ball.

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Grizzlies Partner With DAZN For Local Broadcasts

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Updated Sep 10, 5:55 PM ET

The Grizzlies have reached a multiyear deal with DAZN to be their new local broadcast partner, according to a press release from the team. The direct-to-consumer route has become increasingly common for local media broadcasts in recent years. In addition to all four preseason contests, DAZN will stream 78 of Memphis’ 80 announced regular season […]

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Walter Clayton Jr. Likely To Make Grizzlies' Roster

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Walter Clayton Jr. has a good chance to survive the Memphis Grizzlies' upcoming roster cuts, according to reporting from Jake Fischer. Memphis must reduce its roster from 19 standard contracts to 15 before Opening Night Eve on Oct. 19, putting players such as Jordan Hawkins, Kris Murray and Micah Peavy at varying levels of risk. The strong belief is that D'Angelo Russell is the veteran most likely to be released by Memphis. The Grizzlies acquired Russell as part of the six-team trade in July....

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Can You Beat My NBA All-Time Starting Lineup?

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HOUSTON, UNITED STATES: Minnesota Timberwolves Kevin Garnett (R) and Houston Rockets Hakeem Olajuwon (L) wait for a free throw 17 April 2001 in Houston. The Rockets defeated the Timberwolves 114-87. AFP PHOTO James Nielsen (Photo credit should read JAMES NIELSEN/AFP via Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images When you write an NBA blog, content is never far from your mind. I spend an inordinate amount of time cruising around in my car, running errands or driving to work, thinking about this leag...

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Mike D’Antoni says Steve Nash was the reason he took the Lakers job

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SPRINGFIELD,MA - AUGUST 15: Steve Nash and Mike D'Antoni look on during the 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony on August 15, 2026 at Symphony Hall in Springfield, 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. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via G...

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‘Anything But Mid’ Podcast: Looking at the Big Sky, Big South and Big West women’s basketball conferences

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FORT WORTH, TEXAS - MARCH 20: UC San Diego Tritons forward Erin Condron (11) drives to the basket during a first round game of the 2026 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament held at Ed & Rae Schollmaier Arena on March 20, 2026 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Photo by Trevor Fleeman/NCAA Photos via Getty Images) | NCAA Photos via Getty Images On a recent episode of the “Anything But Mid” Podcast, we looked at the Big Sky, Big South and Big West basketball conferences. We previously previewed the men’s sid...

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