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Following Kawhi Leonard’s official trade back to the Toronto Raptors on Monday, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst recalled the Los Angeles Clippers’ aggressive pursuit of the star forward while he was still playing for Toronto during the 2018-19 season. During the latest episode of “The Hoop Collective,” Windhorst detailed how the Raptors began noticing Clippers representatives attending […] The post Brian Windhorst recounts Clippers ‘smothering’ Kawhi Leonard recruitment during Raptors games appeared f...

Despite heavily flirting with the idea of retirement, Steve Kerr is returning as the Golden State Warriors’ head coach for his 13th season at the helm. But, even with much of the core remaining the same, Kerr promises that changes will be made moving forward. Amid a 37-45 season, his second-worst since beginning his coaching […] The post Warriors coach Steve Kerr’s ‘transition’ confession acknowledges harsh championship reality appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr is already enjoying one aspect of having Georges Niang on the roster: his nickname. During the latest episode of the “Tom Tolbert Show,” Kerr called Niang’s longtime “Minivan” moniker the “greatest nickname ever” while discussing the Warriors’ roster and how the team’s depth could help withstand injuries to […] The post Why Georges Niang’s nickname already has Dubs calling him the ‘greatest ever’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Paul George acknowledged Celtics fans' angst toward the trade that sent Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia in exchange for him, saying it's understandable.

Mike Conley has joined the Boston Celtics with a clear objective: help a new-look roster compete for a championship while providing veteran leadership to a team that underwent significant changes this offseason. Conley officially met the media Tuesday alongside Paul George, Brad Stevens and Joe Mazzulla after arriving in Boston. The veteran point guard signed […] The post Mike Conley explains why he chose Celtics appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Jimmer Fredette is ending his brief retirement in order to resume playing for the United States men's 3x3 national basketball team.

Jessica Shepard and Shakira Austin. | Getty Images Oftentimes, debates about major individual awards in sports can become debates about semantics. What does it mean to be or do the “most”? The 2026 Most Improved Player (MIP) race is illustrative of the mushy malleability of “most,” and how one’s definitional parameters could produce a different, deserving winner. Let’s break it down. A quick MIP shout out to NaLyssa Smith For example, had she not suffered a season-ending injury, I think the L...

Students yell in excitement Friday, Dec. 5, 2025, before the 2025 Silent Night game between Taylor and Moody Bible at Odle Arena in Upland, Ind. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Mid-Major fans and fans across the country. College basketball is littered with traditions. Passionate fanbases. Quirky rituals. Longstanding rivalries. The sport has it all. But we want to know...

Indiana Fever star Kelsey Mitchell sent an endearing message about her late father.

There has been plenty of discussion over the last few days around Cathy Engelbert’s impact on the WNBA since she became commissioner. During her tenure, league viewership has reportedly climbed by roughly 454%, while attendance has also grown significantly since 2019.

Luka Doncic’s first full season as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers was one to remember. The superstar put on some legendary performances on his way to being named to his sixth All-NBA First Team and winning his second career NBA scoring title. Now coming into this year, Doncic is looking to do more […]

PORTLAND, OR - NOVEMBER 19: Portland Trail Blazers huddle up on the court during the game against the Utah Jazz on November 19, 2022 at the Moda Center Arena in Portland, Oregon. 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 2022 NBAE (Photo by Sam Forencich/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Portland ...

The NBA season is just over a month from kicking off, with the Boston Celtics and Detroit Pistons squaring off in the first game of the afternoon on October 20. The Inside the NBA crew is gearing up for its second season on ESPN this year after switching over following the NBA’s move from Turner […] The post Draymond Green gives prediction for Ernie Johnson, Charles Barkley Inside the NBA retirement appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 27: Austin Reaves #15 playfully blocks the shot of Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers before an NBA game against the Brooklyn Nets at Crypto.com Arena on March 27, 2026 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 License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin Terrell/Getty Images) | Getty Images On Saturday, Fred Katz and...

The NBA reportedly did not have enough evidence to challenge the NBPA.

Kawhi Leonard got to have his cake and eat it too

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No Offseason Newsletter 🏀 | This is The Athletic’s women’s basketball newsletter. Sign up here to receive No Offseason directly in your inbox. Good morning! The Americans are world champions, again. Coming up today: 🥇 Fifth straight gold 👥 Clark and Reese’s friendship 🏆 Playoff projections Also: Send any questions you have about the rest of the season or the playoffs to our mailbag. Golden: Stewart’s greatness continues After the USA silenced the doubters and convincingly took down France...

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 6: Jaylen Brown #7 and President of Basketball Operations Mike Gansey of the Philadelphia 76ers pose for a picture at Francis J. Myers Recreation Center on August 6, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 This offseason, ...

The Lakers' expected defensive struggles have been greatly exaggerated.

Five men’s sports leagues sent a memo to regulators about betting-related harassment.

Jabari Walker is already a two-way success story for the Sixers. But what does his role look like in 2026-27?

PHOENIX, AZ - APRIL 14: Matisse Thybulle #4 of the Portland Trail Blazers looks on before the game against the Phoenix Suns during the 2026 SoFi Play-In Tournament on April 14, 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)...

The man who pulled Cooper Flagg's one-of-one, autographed, debut patch Topps Chrome rookie card last month met the Dallas Mavericks superstar himself this past weekend.

BROOKLYN, NY - JUNE 29 : Mikel Brown Jr. signs memorabilia for a fan during an introductory Press Conference for the 2026 Brooklyn Nets Draftees on June 29, 2026 in Brooklyn, New York. 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 David L. Nemec/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Th...

Veteran NBA guard Lindy Waters III is headed overseas for the 2026/27 season, having signed with the Beijing Ducks of the Chinese Basketball Association (Instagram link). Waters, 29, went undrafted out of Oklahoma State in 2020 and made his NBA debut in 2022 for the Thunder. The 6’5″ guard has been in the league for […]

Here is a three-team mock trade that sends Jalen Suggs to the Suns, Jalen Green to the Heat, and gives the Magic more shooting.

The Celtics need at least one young player to take a major leap in 2026-27.