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The Lakers have an open spot in the starting lineup. Could Adou Thiero nab it by the end of the season?

The Pacers have officially signed Keba Keita, Rienk Mast, Kowacie Reeves Jr. and Jalen Warley to Exhibit 10 contracts, tweets Tony East of Forbes and Circle City Spin. All four players went undrafted in 2026 and played for Indiana’s Summer League team in Las Vegas. Each player’s Exhibit 10 agreement with the Pacers was previously […]

Dirk Nowitzki has developed a relationship with Cooper Flagg and says he remains available to the Dallas Mavericks’ young star whenever he needs advice. Nowitzki, who spent his entire 21-year NBA career with Dallas, said he has stayed in contact with Flagg and occasionally reaches out after watching him play. “We met a few times, […] The post Dirk Nowitzki says he is in Cooper Flagg’s corner appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Anthony Edwards outperformed pre-draft expectations, but the blueprint for who he is now has been there since Georgia.

PORTLAND, OREGON - APRIL 12: Donovan Clingan #23 of the Portland Trail Blazers looks on during the first half against the Sacramento Kings at Moda Center on April 12, 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 Soobum Im/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Portland Trail Blazers might own the league’s biggest predict...

Will this finally be Luka Dončić’s MVP season? Can Austin Reaves break back into All-Star conversation?

Zach LaVine is looking forward to the upcoming season with the Sacramento Kings after an injury limited him to 39 games last season. “I’m super excited. It’s unfortunate that I had the injury last year, even the season we had, we started off very well. I started off well. But for standards for myself, I […] The post Zach LaVine “super excited” for upcoming Kings season appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

With a potential max extension for New York Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns on the horizon, the team owner James Dolan’s looming decision could alter the All-Star forward’s future. After helping the Knicks capture their first championship in 53 years, Towns, with two seasons remaining on his four-year, $220.4 million contract, is due for an extension. However, […] The post Knicks rumors: James Dolan’s reluctance could decide Karl-Anthony Towns’ future appeared first on ClutchPoints.

With John Konchar off the board, the Heat are likely to keep the 15th spot on their standard roster open, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald tweets. Konchar signed an Exhibit 9 contract this week with the Knicks, rather than waiting on a firm offer from the Heat, who according to Jackson intrigued some members […]

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 18: Adou Thiero #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on in the second half of a 2026 NBA Summer League semifinal game against the Golden State Warriors at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 18, 2026 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. (Photo by Ian Maule/Getty Images) | Getty Images Most fans seem t...

Here is the Wizards’ projected starting lineup and rotation for 2026-27, and why this young, group could make the Play-In race way more interesting.

Brian Windhorst believes the Rockets are positioned for another significant trade, although it could happen this season or next.

Curtis Compton [email protected] Editor’s Note: It is our pleasure to introduce a second Leo to the Canis-verse. This is Leo Li’s first piece for CH, and he will be adding more insight into all things player development going forward. Please welcome him in the way only Canis commenters can! Anthony Edwards’ development trajectory since entering the league in 2020 has been a topic of attention for several seasons now, and at first glance, it’s easy to see why. He was a 247Sports consensus 5-sta...

Here is a mock three-team trade that would send Jalen Duren to the Clippers, Brandon Ingram to Detroit, and a strong return to Charlotte.

While one analyst questioned the Boston Celtics trading for Paul George in exchange for Jaylen Brown, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst sees the bright side for the most-storied franchise. As the dust settles from the Celtics’ blockbuster trade with the Philadelphia 76ers, looking ahead to the 2026-27 season, he’s giving Boston the benefit of the doubt. Considering […] The post Why Brian Windhorst is still high on Celtics even after Jaylen Brown trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Despite signing a five-year, $185 million extension, Rockets All-Star Alperen Sengun’s future could be in jeopardy according to one NBA insider. The Rockets will look to build off their first-round playoff exit against the Los Angeles Lakers last season. After finishing with the fifth-best record in the Western Conference standings, critics are raising questions about […] The post Rockets rumors: Why 2026-27 season could determine Alperen Sengun’s future in Houston appeared first on ClutchPoi...

The Memphis Grizzlies announced Saturday that they will honor late forward Brandon Clarke during their 2026-27 NBA regular-season home opener and throughout the upcoming campaign.

Here are the 10 NBA defensive duos I’d trust the most entering 2026-27, from nasty perimeter pairings to guys who can basically erase the paint.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 11: Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game Four of the Second Round of the NBA Western Conference Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena on May 11, 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 Luke Hales/Getty Images) | Getty Images ...

Following the NBA's historic punishment of the LA Clippers, the Kawhi Leonard trade should inspire the Golden State Warriors to follow their lead.

Curry said LeBron James' free agency this summer was good for the league but not his path.

Former Sacramento Kings point guard Russell Westbrook hung up his sneakers earlier last month. The decision came as a shock to his NBA fans as well as to former NBA players who have watched him up close. However, even after a month, Patrick Beverley does not believe Westbrook’s NBA career is necessarily over. The former […] The post Patrick Beverley says Russell Westbrook “might be back” in NBA appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Jonathan Kuminga saga in free agency ran far longer than anyone anticipated. He didn’t choose his team until late August, and had several suitors, including the Los Angeles Lakers. He ultimately landed on a two-year, $13 million deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves that gives him a starting role and the ability to return to […]

Here is a Timberwolves trade idea that could land Minnesota a floor-spacing backup center to replace some of what Naz Reid gave them.

From Maluach’s opportunity to Green’s evaluation, these are the stories I’ll be watching most closely.

Here is a Celtics trade idea with the Nets that could give Boston an escape route from Paul George’s huge contract if things go wrong.

The Minnesota Timberwolves' two-year contract with Jonathan Kuminga was apparently the product of five weeks of extensive negotiating.

The Golden State Warriors continued their preseason roster shuffling with a trio of moves. The Warriors signed guard Nick Boyd and forward Elias Ralph to Exhibit 10 contracts. Golden State also waived forward Jacksen Moni after previously signing him to an Exhibit 10 deal. Boyd went undrafted at the 2026 NBA Draft out of Wisconsin. The 6-foot-3 guard averaged 20.7 points, 3.8 rebounds and 4.3 assists per game as a senior for the Badgers. Ralph also went undrafted at the 2026 NBA Draft. The 6-...

The Milwaukee Bucks have signed center Jake Stephens to an Exhibit 10 contract. After the preseason, Stephens is expected to join the Wisconsin Herd for the upcoming G League season. Stephens has spent the last two seasons playing for teams in Spain and Serbia. The 6-foot-11 center averaged 9.1 points on 54.2% shooting and 4.6 rebounds.