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Sophie Cunningham: I talked with Adam Silver about next WNBA commissioner

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Updated Sep 15, 5:48 PM ET

Sophie Cunningham has discussed the soon-to-be vacant WNBA commissioner's job with Adam Silver after the NBA commissioner reached out to her.

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How Close is Toumani Camara to His Ceiling?

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SAN ANTONIO, TX - APRIL 28: Toumani Camara #33 of the Portland Trail Blazers handles the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs during Round One Game Five of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 28, 2026 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 2026 NBAE (...

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Dejounte Murray names Russell Westbrook the GOAT point guard - TalkBasket.net

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Updated Sep 15, 9:03 AM ET

Dejounte Murray considers Russell Westbrook the greatest point guard in NBA history, placing the recently retired star ahead of legends such as Magic Johnson, John Stockton and Isiah Thomas. “The way he plays the game, that’s how the game is supposed to be played… No friends allowed until after the game,” Murray said via ClutchPoints. […] The post Dejounte Murray names Russell Westbrook the GOAT point guard appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Kings want Ben Simmons to back up Darius Acuff - TalkBasket.net

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Updated Sep 15, 3:54 AM ET

The Sacramento Kings plan to use Ben Simmons as the backup to rookie point guard Darius Acuff Jr. this season, according to Marc Spears on NBA Today. “An excited Ben…he’s healthy. He took a year off to get healthy, and they list him at guard. They want him to back up Darius Acuff and he’s […] The post Kings want Ben Simmons to back up Darius Acuff appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Pacers Sign Brooks, Hildreth, Iraldi, Taylor To Exhibit 10 Deals

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The Pacers have signed Keion Brooks Jr., Cam Hildreth, M.J. Iraldi and Wade Taylor IV to Exhibit 10 contracts, the team announced in a press release. All four players seem likely to be waived and headed to the G League to play for Indiana’s affiliate team, the Noblesville Boom. If they spent at least 60 […]

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Hawks Sign Will Baker

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The Hawks have signed free agent big man Will Baker, per a team press release. While the terms of the deal were not disclosed, the 25-year-old almost certainly received an Exhibit 10 from the Hawks. Baker, who went undrafted in 2024 out of LSU, has spent the past two seasons in the G League, having […]

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3 Biggest Concerns For The Miami Heat Ahead Of The 2026-27 Season - Fadeaway World

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The Miami Heat are legitimate title contenders next season following the acquisition of Giannis Antetokounmpo, but there are three legitimate concerns about the team ahead of next season.

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Sophie Cunningham details exactly what the new WNBA commissioner should prioritise

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Indiana Fever standout Sophie Cunningham had her message loud and clear for the forthcoming WNBA commissioner and what he or she needs to prioritise after taking over the role. The current WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced earlier this month that she will step down from her role in December 2026, meaning it will come at the end of the ongoing WNBA season after seven years at the helm.

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Who will be the face of the Clippers after Kawhi Leonard trade?

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Updated Sep 14, 9:11 PM ET

Trading Kawhi Leonard did more than remove the Clippers’ best player. It eliminated their last convincing claim to having a franchise centerpiece. That loss feels especially severe after the NBA punished the Clippers’ salary-cap violations with a $30 million fine, leadership suspensions and the forfeiture of five first-round picks. While Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick and...

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Thunder Sign Christoph Tilly To Exhibit 10 Contract

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The Thunder have officially signed Christoph Tilly to an Exhibit 10 contract, the team announced today. Tilly’s agreement with Oklahoma City was first reported by Jon Chepkevich of DraftExpress in late June, shortly after the German big man went undrafted after spending his senior college season at Ohio State. He spent his first three years […]

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"You’ve Got to Show Up": WNBA Executives Blast Cathy Engelbert’s Absence at Caitlin Clark's Home Games Ahead of Leadership Change

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Cathy Engelbert’s decision to retire after seven years as WNBA commissioner comes at a moment when league insiders are openly questioning her leadership. Days after her announcement, executives voiced frustration over her absence from key moments, especially Caitlin Clark’s home games in Indiana.

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Ja Morant reveals what he looks forward to most in Blazers debut

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The Portland Trail Blazers are well under two months away from kicking off their 2026-27 NBA season. The Blazers raised many an eyebrow this summer when they acquired Ja Morant from the Memphis Grizzlies, giving up wing Jerami Grant and other assets in the process. Now, Morant has revealed what he is looking forward to […] The post Ja Morant reveals what he looks forward to most in Blazers debut appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cavs have three candidates for backup point guard job

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For once, the Cavaliers don’t need training camp to determine their starting lineup. The more interesting competition will take place behind it. Craig Porter Jr., rookie Meleek Thomas and second-year guard Tyrese Proctor enter camp as the primary candidates for Cleveland’s backup point guard minutes, as Mack Perry of NBA on SI examined. Porter should […] The post Cavs have three candidates for backup point guard job appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Pistons fan survey: Did Detroit do enough this offseason to compete for a title?

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The results are here, and your voices have been heard. Roughly 1,500 Detroit Pistons fans chimed in to share their thoughts on many topics in The Athletic’s latest fan survey. Detroit is fresh off its first 60-win season in 20 years. The Pistons were a win away from the Eastern Conference finals and enter the third year of the J.B. Bickerstaff and Trajan Langdon era. But Jalen Duren — a primary contributor for the Pistons last regular season yet a shell of himself during the playoffs — is sti...

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Lakers get hit with ‘most overrated’ diss from Norman Powell

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The Los Angeles Lakers made a lot of changes over the offseason, but they should still be one of the better teams in the Western Conference with the help of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. That might not be enough for some people to think they’ll be competitive this season, including players in the league. […] The post Lakers get hit with ‘most overrated’ diss from Norman Powell appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kings Hire Brendan Suhr, Jason Maxiell As Assistant Coaches

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The Sacramento Kings have hired Brendan Suhr and Jason Maxiell as assistant coaches under Doug Christie. Suhr was previously an assistant coach in the NBA for the Atlanta Hawks, Detroit Pistons, Toronto Raptors, Orlando Magic and New York Knicks with several ties to Isiah Thomas. Maxiell was an assistant coach previously for the Stockton Kings of the G League.

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