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Kawhi Leonard chose the Toronto Raptors for his trade out of the Los Angeles Clippers with his eye on building the legacy of his career back where he previously won a championship in 2019. Leonard also reportedly had interest in the San Antonio Spurs, which would have similarly been a return engagement. Leonard also received trade interest from the Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves, but he directed his efforts to the Raptors. "This is a complete legacy play for Kawhi," said Shams Cha...

ORLANDO, FL - MARCH 31: Rasheer Fleming #20 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball during the game against the Orlando Magic on March 31, 2026 at Kia Center in Orlando, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Every day,...

Paul George knows the questions are there. After two injury-plagued seasons, he says he finally has a different answer. “I feel great again,” George said Tuesday during his introductory press conference with the Celtics, via John Karalis of NBA On SI. “I feel like I’ve turned that corner of dealing with injuries.” That would certainly […] The post Celtics’ Paul George: ‘I feel great again’ after two injury-riddled seasons appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Los Angeles Clippers have finally rebuilt their squad after an offseason filled with drama, and we look at their depth chart and how they could end up in the 2026-27 NBA season.

Bennedict Mathurin’s two-year deal with the Pelicans was reported last month to be worth $16MM, but the official contract actually came in a little below that, Hoops Rumors has learned. Mathurin will earn a guaranteed salary worth $7,500,000 in 2026/27, with a second-year player option for ’27/28 worth $7,875,000. As a result, the guard’s new […]

The Lakers might be in better shape to have the full non-taxpayer mid-level exception next summer.

Steve Kerr had some words for the wise for his power forward

The Los Angeles Lakers will enter the 2026-27 season looking to make defense a bigger strength after finishing 18th in that area last year. “We clearly need to have a better overall season defensively,” JJ Redick said in May. Los Angeles improved during the second half of last season, but the coch still wanted greater […] The post Lakers defense could exceed expectations next season appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Kawhi Leonard avoided a suspension or the cancellation of his contract following the NBA’s investigation into the Clippers, with Shams Charania explaining that the league lacked sufficient evidence to impose either punishment. While Los Angeles received a $30 million fine and lost five first-round picks, Leonard kept his contract before eventually returning to the Toronto […] The post Kawhi Leonard avoided suspension due insufficient evidence appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 08: Paul George #8 of the Philadelphia 76ers in action during Game Three of the Second Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs against the New York Knicks at Xfinity Mobile Arena on May 08, 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 Emilee Chinn/Getty Images) | Gett...

Could the Sixers have access to the full non-taxpayer mid-level exception again next summer?

Tuesday represents a small but potentially important dividing line for NBA free agents who remain unsigned. As Luke Adams of Hoops Rumors explained, a newly signed free agent generally can’t be traded until Dec. 15 or until three months after signing, whichever comes later. That means players who sign through Tuesday, Sept. 15, can become […] The post NBA free agents who sign after Tuesday face different trade rules appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Can Matisse Thybulle stay on the court and, as a result, be an impactful defender for the Lakers?

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones review the Toronto Raptors, discuss Team USA's World Cup gold medal performance, and discuss WNBA All-Rookie team candidates.

Here are 10 NBA players who could still remain unsigned by Opening Night, headlined by Cam Thomas, Victor Oladipo, and more.

LUANDA, ANGOLA - SEPTEMBER 13: Will Smith, Owner of Westbrook Racing by Visit Angola and Lebron James, Owner of Team AlUla pose for a photo during the E1 Series Luanda GP on September 13, 2026 in Luanda, Angola. (Photo by Malcolm Griffiths/Getty Images) | Getty Images Sixers media day will take place on Sept. 28. That will be our first chance to hear from LeBron James (who is a Sixer now, by the way). Training camp starts the next day. So, what’s on your mind as we inch closer to the start of...

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr acknowledged that the possibility of LeBron James joining the organization never appeared particularly realistic before the superstar ultimately signed with the Philadelphia 76ers this offseason. With the 2026-27 NBA season approaching, Kerr discussed Golden State’s connection to James during the latest episode of the “Tom Tolbert Show.” The […] The post Warriors coach Steve Kerr ‘doesn’t think he’ll get fined’ for admission about LeBron James free ...

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.

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.

Today in sports history, November 3

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