Basketball News · LatestMonday, Sep 14, 2026

The dust has settled after a wild 2026 offseason, but the NBA has given us plenty of unexpected moves in September and October in the past.

Derrick White attempts a 3-pointer against the 76ers. | NBAE via Getty Images September belongs to football. We all know that, and most of us are OK with it.  But some of us – even those who love football, too – are counting down the days to basketball season. It’s never too early to look ahead and predict how this Celtics season could unfold.  The goal here is to have a little fun and make some educated guesses that might be a bit outside the box or slightly unexpected. With that i...

A column in the Sports Business Journal reveals a mind-boggling fact related to the WNBA commissioner and Fever star Caitlin Clark.

WNBA all-time great Lauren Jackson reveals she's cheering for the Indiana Fever to win this year's championship. 'I love watching Caitlin Clark'

Darryn Peterson has a chance to change everything

The Clippers and Raptors have both agreed to complete the blockbuster trade that will send Kawhi Leonard back to Toronto, sources told ESPN.

Raptors The Kawhi Leonard trade remains unofficial, which is becoming more than just an offseason inconvenience for the Raptors. Rocco Moschella of NBA on SI noted that Toronto’s media day is scheduled for Sept. 28, with training camp beginning one day later in Quebec City. Until the trade is formally completed, Leonard remains a member […] The post NBA Notes: Raptors, Kawhi Leonard, Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jazz appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Kevin Garnett is taking the big bag during his prime years. The former Timberwolves forward shared that he fired his agent after rejecting the team’s $122,000,000 offer while on vacation. “I’m in Jamaica, and I’ll never forget this. I got the USA Today, I pop it open, the first joint says, ‘Garnett denies $122 million.’ […] The post Kevin Garnett recalls firing agent after rejecting offer appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Ben Wallace and the Detroit Pistons won their last title in 2004, despite drafting Darko Miličić over Carmelo Anthony. The Detroit big man believes that if they had drafted Anthony, it would have ruined team chemistry and they would not have won the championship. “If we would’ve drafted Carmelo, I honestly don’t think we would’ve […] The post Ben Wallace reflects on Pistons’ decision to pass on Carmelo appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 14: Darryn Peterson #22 of the Utah Jazz poses for a portrait during the 2026 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot on July 14, 2026 at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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/NBAE via Getty Images) | NB...

While comparing LaMelo Ball and Ja Morant ahead of the upcoming season, Channing Frye revealed why he didn't think Morant would remain with the Blazers for long.

Kill The Noise! The post Caitlin Clark Pushes Back On Angel Reese Rivalry Narrative After USA Gold appeared first on Ballislife.com.

Ballmer’s decision, which came hours before the NBA’s next Board of Governors meeting running from Monday to Tuesday, could set the stage for the long-awaited finalization of the Leonard trade to the Toronto Raptors. The deal — agreed upon in late June — would send Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two unprotected first-rounders, two first-round pick swaps and a second-rounder to the Clippers. But it was paused by the Raptors on July 9 because of concerns about the forthcoming findings and possibl...

Jalen Brunson explains the New York Knicks' approach to counter Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 NBA Finals.

Past tension between WNBA superstars Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese led to it becoming a bigger story that they were on the same team for FIBA Basketball. Both women were selected to join Team USA via Sue Bird and other decision makers wanting them there. Reese and Clark showed solid chemistry together after years of […] The post Caitlin Clark Angry At Reporter Doubting Angel Reese Friendship appeared first on HEAVY.

In a bold prediction, an analyst had Victor Wembanyama outscoring Giannis Antetokounmpo in the 2026-27 season.

The Denver Nuggets lost a key piece of their team this offseason after Peyton Watson’s departure to the Cleveland Cavaliers via sign-and-trade. As a restricted free agent, the Nuggets could have matched any offer Watson received, but opted not to re-sign the young wing. Nuggets veteran forward Aaron Gordon had grown close with Watson the […] The post Why Aaron Gordon will miss ‘brother’ Peyton Watson leaving for Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer says he is complying with the NBA's punishments of the franchise and will not pursue any legal action.

Ballmer, in a statement Sunday night, reversed course after originally vowing to fight the NBA's salary cap circumvention penalties

She wagged her finger. The room went silent.

Warriors If Suns star Devin Booker ever becomes available, the Warriors reportedly plan to be standing near the front of the line with their draft picks in hand. Tim Kawakami of the San Francisco Standard said on the Warriors Plus/Minus podcast that Golden State “loves” Booker and would be “first in line” to pursue him. […] The post NBA Notes: Devin Booker, Warriors, Kyrie Irving, Dyson Daniels appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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The Pelicans have officially signed Christian Shumate to a training camp contract, tweets Paul Garcia of The Spot Up Shot. Shumate went undrafted in 2025 after spending his final four college seasons at McNeese State. While the 6’6″ forward made just 26.9% of his three-pointers and 51.2% on free throws over the course of his […]

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 18: The sneakers worn by Nate Santos #56 of the Orlando Magic basket during the game against the Dallas Mavericks during the 2025 NBA Summer League game on July 18, 2025 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Tom O'Co...

Marcus Smart’s departure from the Los Angeles Lakers was reportedly driven in part by the veteran guard’s desire for a fresh start elsewhere. Lakers insider Jovan Buha discussed the circumstances surrounding Smart’s exit, while acknowledging that there are different versions of exactly how the situation unfolded. “I don’t have great clarity on this, and there […] The post Marcus Smart left Lakers seeking fresh start appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Legendary European coach Ettore Messina will return to the NBA as a consultant with the Hawks, according to Aris Barkas of Eurohoops.net, relaying a report from Walter Fuochi of La Republicca. Messina will be reuniting with Hawks head coach Quin Snyder, who was an assistant under Messina with CSKA Moscow before he started his NBA […]