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NBA rumors: Nuggets a ‘team to watch’ for former 1st-round pick who got waived by Cavs after trade

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The Denver Nuggets did not heavily retool the roster in the offseason, mainly due to financial constraints. Their only notable additions were DeMar DeRozan and Marvin Bagley III, whom the Nuggets both signed in free agency. There has been a concern about Denver’s lack of depth following the departures of Peyton Watson, Tim Hardaway Jr., […] The post NBA rumors: Nuggets a ‘team to watch’ for former 1st-round pick who got waived by Cavs after trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jabari Walker doesn’t have a clear role, but it’s obvious the Sixers see his value

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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MARCH 4: Jabari Walker #33 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on against the Utah Jazz at Xfinity Mobile Arena on March 4, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Jazz 106-102. 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 Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images As this series has tackled, the ...

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‘I’ll accept the position’ – Matt Walsh puts name forward for WNBA commissioner role

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The race to become the next WNBA commissioner is hotting up, with Cathy Engelbert set to leave her post at the end of the year. The WNBA commissioner seat is wide open, but taking the job right now is a total trial by fire.

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Poor drafting is why the Hawks are not there yet

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The Atlanta Hawks are still trying to recreate that glory they found during a 2021 playoff run. Only one player, Onyeka Okongwu, remains from that Eastern Conference finalist team. Coaches and executives have come and gone, and yet every season the Hawks seem locked in a battle against .500 — not against the elite of […]

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Pacific Notes: Lakers, Smart, Warriors, Booker, Simmons

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Asked by Yossi Gozlan during an episode of The Third Apron podcast if the Lakers essentially chose Collin Sexton over Marcus Smart in free agency, Lakers insider Jovan Buha suggested that the former Defensive Player of the Year may not have been enthusiastic about re-signing in Los Angeles. “I don’t have great clarity on this, […]

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Inside The Game: Player Gravity Leaders | NBA.com

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I don't know how I missed this but the NBA decided to release some of the data you get on Second Spectrum(i.e. optical tracking data). Wiggins ranks first on the second page which is pretty good for a role player and should go up with him entering a contract year. submitted by /u/avinash240 [link] [comments]

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I let NBA2k27 predict Cooper Flagg’s sophomore season — it got weird

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DALLAS, TEXAS - APRIL 03: Cooper Flagg #32 of the Dallas Mavericks hangs off the rim after a dunk against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first half at American Airlines Center on April 03, 2026 in Dallas, 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. (Photo by Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images) | Getty Images Using the latest release in the NBA2...

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Did the Suns miss out on Luka because of Sarver’s U of A allegiance?

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MIAMI, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 25: Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns talks with head coach Igor Kokoskov against the Miami Heat during the first half at American Airlines Arena on February 25, 2019 in Miami, Florida. 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 Michael Reaves/Getty Images) | Getty Images Just when everyone had (mostly) heale...

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“I was busy” – Sophie Cunningham Delivers Shocking Response To Caitlin Clark’s FIBA Gold Game Question

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Ever since Sophie Cunningham came over to the Indiana Fever, she has thrown her full support behind Caitlin Clark on and off the court. It was interesting, then, to hear Cunningham say she didn’t catch Clark’s gold-medal game when Team USA faced France in the FIBA World Cup finals.

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Kevin Ray discusses the Suns, Mark Williams, and the Boom Room

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Suns’ fans have been fortunate to enjoy a great history of radio and television coverage. For the last 25 years, Kevin Ray has built his chapter of this legacy with the TV crew and now starts his tenth year as our eyes and ears during games. In a video interview Friday, I asked him a range of questions about his best memories, how they prepare for the season and individual broadcasts, that day’s breaking Mark Williams news, this year’s team, and yes, even the “BoomRoom”, his patented signatur...

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NBA What If: What if we fixed the early Wolves?

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Wolves at the Metrodome Editor’s Note: Today is a perfect day to announce the debut of another one of Canis’ very own, JetAllen! Jet Helmbrecht is introducing a series of articles called the “What If” Wolves, beginning all the way back with the beginning. You are in for a treat! You can also say hello to Jet on BlueSky @coachjet! Volume One: Let’s Begin $32.5 million dollars. That was the purchase price of an NBA expansion team in 1987. Harvey Ratner and Marv Wolfenson put some dough together...

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Who should the Wizards start: George, Coulibaly or Johnson?

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INGLEWOOD, CA - January 14: Kyshawn George #18 of the Washington Wizards, Bilal Coulibaly #0 of the Washington Wizards, Alexandre Sarr #20 of the Washington Wizards, and Tre Johnson #12 of the Washington Wizards looks on during the game against the LA Clippers on January 14, 2026 at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California. 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 Li...

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Ranking the Roster: Bogoljub Markovic comes in green at 17

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LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 15: Bogoljub Markovic #23 of the Milwaukee Bucks looks on during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on July 15, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion 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 Mike Kirschbaum/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Af...

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