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Caitlin Clark silenced her doubters in the World Cup final, and her mom's cheer for a teammate became its own viral moment.

Shaquille O’Neal had already given Kobe Bryant first place when Michael Jordan appeared last in his blind ranking challenge.

The Detroit Pistons and Jalen Duren have been locked in bitter contract negotiations for months, and the latest news may spell trouble for both sides.

Olivia Miles stands out above an outstanding 2026 WNBA rookie class, and should be the unanimous Rookie of the Year.

PHOENIX, AZ - MARCH 8: Haywood Highsmith#19 of the Phoenix Suns shoots a free throw during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on March 8, 2026 at PHX Arena 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Kate Frese/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Every day,...

Olivia Miles. | Getty Images Olivia Miles is going to be the 2026 WNBA Rookie of Year. And it’s going to be unanimous. Already, both Beckett Harrison and Zack Ward have touted Miles’ compelling MVP case, an affirmation of how her excellence has far exceeded the “rookie” label. There’s plenty of statistics, both traditional and advanced, that can be listed to further confirm Miles’ open-and-shut case. She’s got the scoring (19.7 per game) and assist (6.0 per game) numbers. She’s got the 3-poin...

Derrick White is poised to improve his shooting percentages from last year.

The Warriors' head coach Steve Kerr details his changed expectations for Draymond Green in the 2026-27 season.

The Sixers overhauled their front office and their roster. Will the major moves end Philly's title drought?

LeBron, Maxey, Brown, Embiid. Can the 76ers' high-usage stars make it work? Here's what history reveals.

SAN ANTONIO, TX - OCTOBER 28: The San Antonio Spurs look on during the game against the Houston Rockets on October 28, 2024 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. 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 2024 NBAE (Photos by David DowNBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Last year I had the ...

An anonymous NBA executive joked JJ Redick deserves Coach of the Year if the Lakers simply produce a top-20 defense.

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.