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PORTLAND, OREGON - AUGUST 23: Holly Winterburn #77 of the Portland Fire brings the ball up the court during the first half of the game against the Washington Mystics at Moda Center on August 23, 2026 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. (Photo by Ali Gradischer/Getty Images) | Getty Images Following a multi-week break for...

The Washington Mystics (24-16) face the Chicago Sky (15-25) at Wintrust Arena in a regular-season WNBA matchup. How to Watch Mystics vs Sky Washington returns from the FIBA World Cup break after an 88-82 loss to the Los Angeles Sparks…

The Suns’ projected starters include Devin Booker, Dillon Brooks, Jalen Green, and Miles Bridges around a center (likely Khaman Maluach, possibly Oso Ighodaro). Those four players are notably right-wing oriented. No, I am not talking about politics! I’m talking about which side of the court three-point shots are made at a higher rate, particularly above the break, or said differently, non-corner threes. Here is a table for those four players and their make percentage for all of last season, p...

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The Suns signed free agent guard/forward Jordan Schakel on Wednesday, according to RealGM’s official log of NBA transactions, then waived him on Thursday, per NBA.com’s transactions log. Keith Smith of Spotrac confirms (via Twitter) that Schakel signed an Exhibit 10 deal with Phoenix. He’s now eligible to earn a bonus worth up to $91K on […]

With the WNBA playoffs just around the corner, a lot of people have been reassessing the 2026 WNBA Draft, where Azzi Fudd ended up as the number one overall pick, while Olivia Miles, who’s been on a tear and a runaway favorite for the Rookie of the Year honors, was just the second overall pick. [...]

NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 26: James Wiseman #13 of the Detroit Pistons looks to pass the ball during the game against the New York Knicks on February 26, 2024 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, 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 2024 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Imag...

Here are the games that will define the Big 12 race after the conference released its schedule Thursday.

MINNEAPOLIS , MN - APRIL 23: Peyton Watson (8) of the Denver Nuggets works out during shoot around before game three of the best-of-seven series against the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Thursday, April 23, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post) | Denver Post via Getty Images First impressions are everything. Peyton Watson made sure to leave a good one during his introductory press conference with the Cleveland Cavaliers. “I’m just Peyton W...

The New Orleans Pelicans and forward Saddiq Bey have agreed to a three-year, $55.5 million contract extension, his agents tell ESPN.

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James Harden did more than wait for the Cavaliers to improve their roster. He helped them do it. Peyton Watson said Harden contacted him during his restricted free agency and made it clear that Cleveland wanted him. “Getting a call or text from him throughout my process to let me know the Cleveland Cavaliers are […] The post Cavs’ Peyton Watson: ‘Very flattering’ to be recruited by James Harden appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Connecticut Sun (10-30) face the Atlanta Dream (26-14) at Gateway Center Arena in a regular-season WNBA matchup. How to Watch Sun vs Dream Connecticut enters Thursday’s game looking to bounce back after losing 97-71 to Dallas in its most…

It’s been nearly three years since Paul George wore a Los Angeles Clippers uniform, but it appears his past is still continuing to haunt him. Former NBA big man and George’s former teammate, Montrezl Harrell, spoke in an interview with Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson and was asked about his old teammate during the NBA bubble...

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Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream are steadily becoming a serious contender to win the WNBA championship as they sit at No. 4, just behind defending champions Las Vegas Aces.

The WNBA will be searching for a new commissioner after this season as Cathy Engelbert recently announced her retirement plans at the end of the year. A comprehensive search will likely take place in the months to come, and while various names have been thrown out there, including current and former players, don’t expect Minnesota Lynx star […] The post Lynx news: Napheesa Collier not planning on making WNBA commissioner push anytime soon appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Caitlin Clark is back with the Indiana Fever, but her latest injury designation has raised questions ahead of Friday’s game against Toronto Tempo.

Veteran NBA head coach Frank Vogel has officially been named associate head coach of the Warriors, the team confirmed Thursday in a press release (Twitter link). The news of Vogel’s hiring was first reported in July. Vogel, who holds 12 years of head coaching experience in the league, spent last season as the top assistant […]

Steph Curry has reaffirmed his desire to stay with the Golden State Warriors for the rest of his NBA career. The Golden State Warriors failed...

Sixers center Adem Bona has been diagnosed with a left foot sprain following an MRI and is expected to be reevaluated at the start of training camp in a couple weeks, the team announced in a press release (Twitter link via Kyle Neubeck of PHLY Sports). According to Tony Jones of The Athletic (Twitter link), […]

Dust off Target Center and call Prowl. The FIBA World Cup break has ended. After 18 days without Lynx basketball, Minnesota is getting back on the court to finish the interrupted regular-season. First up for the WNBA-leading Lynx (31-9) will be the New York Liberty (24-16) in a battle of playoff-bound teams at Target Center. Tip is set for 6:30 p.m. Lynx forward Napheesa Collier was Team USA’s ...

NEW YORK, NY - MAY 6: Adem Bona #30 of the Philadelphia 76ers shoots a free throw during the game against the New York Knicks during Round Two Game Two on May 6, 2026 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via ...

Here is the Magic’s projected starting lineup and rotation for 2026-27, plus whether this core is finally ready to break through in the East.

When Caitlin Clark opened up on the leadership the WNBA needs

Lisa Leslie and Nneka Ogwumike. | NBAE via Getty Images With only four games left and eliminated from playoff contention, there is not much for Sparks fans to get excited about on the court. Thankfully, two events are happening in the final home games that will add some juice inside crypto.com Arena: Lisa Leslie’s statue unveiling and Nneka Ogwumike’s final game. On Sunday, Sept. 20, when LA plays the Portland Fire, the Sparks will unveil Leslie’s statue, making her the first player in franch...

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 18: Nolan Hickman #27 of the Dallas Mavericks wears Nike shoes against the Orlando Magic in the first half of a 2025 NBA Summer League game at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 18, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Mavericks defeated the Magic 92-69. 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 Candice Ward/Getty Images...

The Eastern Conference spent the offseason adding stars, creating contenders and generally making everyone’s path to June more difficult. Peyton Watson sounds delighted. “It’s a party in the East, dog,” the new Cavaliers forward said during his introductory press conference. The reigning champion Knicks remain loaded. LeBron James and Jaylen Brown joined Joel Embiid in […] The post Cavs’ Peyton Watson on loaded Eastern Conference: ‘It’s a party in the East, dog’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.