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A little over two weeks after the agreement was first reported, Bennedict Mathurin has finalized his two-year, $16MM contract with the Pelicans, per NBA.com’s official transaction log. Mathurin’s two-year deal with New Orleans is said to feature a second-year player option. The Pelicans created the financial and roster flexibility necessary to complete their agreement with […]

Jonathan Kuminga kept it honest during his introductory presser with the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday afternoon.

Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham is adding another venture to her growing résumé during the WNBA break.

The NBA has now had a new champion in nine straight seasons. This never-before-seen parity has made it to wear the NBA Finals bring something fresh to basketball fans’ TV screens every year and, therefore, drastically increase the entertainment value of the championship series. Over the 21st century, there have been some really good NBA […] The post Ranking all 27 NBA Finals series of 21st Century appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The blockbuster trade between the Clippers and Raptors remains in limbo after the league handed down L.A.'s punishment

Caitlin Clark has faced immense scrutiny since being drafted by the Indiana Fever with the No. 1 pick at the 2024 WNBA Draft.

The San Antonio Spurs are making a change on the sidelines of their G League affiliate, with Chris Kent set to take over as head coach of the Austin Spurs, according to HoopsHype. Kent arrives in San Antonio’s organization after working at Florida State, where he served as an assistant coach and director of player […] The post Spurs hire Chris Kent as Austin coach appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Current WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert revealed last week that this season would be her last before heading into retirement. She intends to remain in her position until the end of the calendar year in December 2026. That means once the 2027 WNBA season tips off, the league will have a new commissioner for the first time in eight years. And for […] The post Liberty news: Sabrina Ionescu reveals necessary priorities for new WNBA commissioner appeared first on ClutchPoints.

A detailed look at the numbers and the case for the award to come to Atlanta The post Angel Reese says the Defensive Player of the Year resides in Atlanta. Does it? appeared first on The IX Sports.

When asked about the biggest difference under the WNBA’s new CBA this season, Sabrina Ionescu has an easy answer. “You’re talking about how much we get paid?” Ionescu told Sportico reporter Sara Germano at Sportico’s RISE event Thursday in Manhattan, N.Y. “Everything that came with the new CBA impacts everyone in the league,” Ionescu said, …

DeMar DeRozan was one of the hottest free agents in the 2026 market, so how big will his role be with the Denver Nuggets?

Warriors sign their first pick of the 2025 NBA Draft for training camp.

The Hawks have waived forward Keyshawn Bryant in order to sign guard Lamont Butler, per a team press release. While the terms of Butler’s agreement were not disclosed, he almost certainly signed an Exhibit 10 contract in order to earn a bonus worth up to $91K for playing for Atlanta’s G League affiliate, the College […]

Timberwolves forward Jonathan Kuminga explains the decision process for his 2026 free agency.

We answer some of your NBA questions with the 2026-27 season right around the corner.

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The Trail Blazers have put out a press release officially announcing the assistants who will be part of new head coach Micah Nori’s staff for the 2026/27 season. The two most notable newcomers were previously reported and have been confirmed today by the team. One is Jay Triano, a longtime NBA assistant who had head […]

Paige Bueckers, coming off the bench, is quietly having one of the best debut tournaments for Team USA in recent memory. And while Caitlin Clark’s debut hype has gone global, Bueckers’ contributions are not being overshadowed, as Atlanta Dream co-owner and former WNBA champion Renee Montgomery recently commended the averages the Dallas Wings guard is pulling off in the World Cup.

Just to be clear, Fred VanVleet has not been traded to the Hawks. Nobody is reporting that a trade is close. This is September, actual NBA business has slowed down and proposed trades are one of the ways we entertain ourselves until training camp. With that disclaimer handled, Jackson Caudell of NBA On SI constructed […] The post Trade idea sends Rockets’ Fred VanVleet to Hawks in three-team deal appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Dirk Nowitzki admits he did not expect Jalen Brunson to develop into a franchise player when the guard left the Dallas Mavericks for the New York Knicks in 2022. Speaking on DLLS Sports, Nowitzki recalled being skeptical about Brunson taking on a leading role in New York, particularly because of his quiet personality and the […] The post Dirk Nowitzki admits he underestimated Jalen Brunson’s ceiling appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Seattle Storm forward Ezi Magbegor will miss the remainder of the WNBA season after suffering a torn ACL while playing for Australia at the women's FIBA World Cup in Germany.

Kahleah Copper: "There is nothing like winning at the highest level, and we know what it takes" The post How Team USA is growing as it reaches the World Cup semifinals appeared first on The IX Sports.

Sandro Mamukelashvili may just be the x-factor in the upcoming Lakers' season.

Here are the 15 best point guards entering the 2026-27 NBA season, from superstars to young guards forcing their way into the conversation.

Kevin O'Connor is joined by Raj Chipalu continuing his entertainment rankings with the Lakers, breaks down the Spurs expectations and discusses the Telsa Cybercab with Sawyer Merrit.

Five-star guard NaVorro Bowman Jr., the son of former NFL standout NaVorro Bowman, has committed to UConn, he told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Thursday, giving the Huskies the highest-ranked committed player in the 2027 class.

Angel Reese has established herself as an elite interior powerhouse and double-double machine in the WNBA, but netizens rarely miss an opportunity to critique her unorthodox and awkward shooting form, including her unusual footwork, flared elbow, and uneven shoulder alignment. A video featuring children’s icon Ms.

Julius Randle believes his contrasting offensive style should pair well with Michael Porter Jr. as the Brooklyn Nets attempt to improve after a 20-62 season. Randle arrived in Brooklyn from the Minnesota Timberwolves in a four-team trade and will take on a major offensive role alongside Porter, who averaged a career-high 24.2 points per game […] The post Julius Randle explains fit with Michael Porter Jr. in Brooklyn appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Ahead of Dallas Mavericks president Masai Ujiri’s first season as president since replacing Nico Harrison, Hall of Fame forward Dirk Nowitzki revealed how he was approached by the organization over the summer. After Ujiri hired Dusty May as Mavericks head coach, he attempted to recruit Nowitzki. Nowitzki discussed Ujiri’s approach during the offseason in an […] The post Dirk Nowitzki reveals Mavericks’ Masai Ujiri’s pitch for return to franchise after Nico Harrison beef appeared first on Clut...

The Los Angeles Lakers announced a full slate of promotional nights and special recognitions for the upcoming 2026-27 season. With Lon Rosen taking over a president of business operations, the Lakers have attempted to model their organization after the L.A. Dodgers, even though Mark Walter is now selling the team to Bob Iger and Josh […]