NBAThe Los Angeles Lakers could be in a perfect position to acquire two-way forward Toumani Camara from the Portland Trail Blazers for a complete trade package to help both teams.
Any time a current or former NBA player lists out their greatest players or an all-time starting five, it is bound to cause plenty of debate amongst basketball fans. With that being said though, these lists often feature many of the same faces such as Michael Jordan, LeBron James and any number of Los Angeles […]
Welcome to Inside the Suns, a deep-down analysis of the current Phoenix Suns team, in which the Fantable — a roundtable of Bright Siders — give their takes on the Suns’ latest issues and news. Fantable Questions of the Week Q1: With Williams out injured, who do you give the Suns’ starting center job to? zenzino: From many comments I’ve seen here, I think that Maluach is a little overestimated and Oso is a little underestimated. Currently, Oso is a better player. Period. Man Man might get the ...
NBAOne of the best rebounders of the ’80s. On a per-100-possession basis, his rebounding numbers were right there with Moses Malone. He had his own little fan section with the Warriors, Larry’s Local 13, and they used to wear construction hard hats because Smith was so limited offensively and could throw up some serious bricks at the line. He was in the ROY conversation in 1981, was Bob Myers’ favorite player growing up, and had a huge playoff run in 1987 under George Karl (he gave a young Karl ...
The best position in the league is small forward, and stars pack out the Top 10, including strong backing for Kawhi + Tatum and a drop for Jaylen Brown.
Does anything prove the fact that basketball no longer belongs to the good ole US of A more than this: It’s been nine long years since an American-born player last won the NBA’s coveted MVP award. James Harden won it at the end of the 2017-18 campaign. Since then, non-Americans have held the prize hostage. […] The post Who are America’s Best Hopes to Win the NBA MVP Award This Season? appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
NBAWalton has a limited body of work due to injuries, but his greatness was undeniable
The Cavaliers did not trade Evan Mobley for an older star this summer. Chase Brownawell of Cavs On SI views that as Cleveland betting on a Year 6 breakthrough. To be clear, Mobley’s name appeared in speculation. There was no credible indication that the Cavs were actively attempting to move him. The larger point still […] The post Cavs Notes: Evan Mobley, core four, early schedule appeared first on Hoops Wire.
NBAThe Los Angeles Lakers have signed Meechie Johnson and Chase Ross, the team announced Saturday. The Lakers also waived forward Anton Watson as part of the roster moves. Johnson, listed at 6-foot-2 and 192 pounds, started all 32 games for South Carolina during the 2025-26 season. He averaged 17.2 points, 3.3 rebounds, 4.3 assists and […] The post Lakers sign Meechie Johnson and Chase Ross appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
NBAStephen Curry wants to finish his career with the Warriors. Joey Akeley of Warriors On SI wonders whether Golden State has earned that loyalty. That’s Akeley’s question, not an indication that Curry is privately unhappy or considering leaving. Still, the clock makes it worth asking. Curry is 38 and under contract through 2027. Golden State […] The post Warriors Notes: Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, roster moves appeared first on Hoops Wire.
NBAsubmitted by /u/nanobot001 [link] [comments]
No team changed its championship outlook more dramatically than the 76ers. Philadelphia replaced Paul George with Jaylen Brown, signed LeBron James to a bargain two-year, $8 million contract and added Anfernee Simons, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Dean Wade. ESPN’s 2026-27 season preview gave the Sixers an A-minus offseason grade and ranked them sixth in its Basketball […] The post 76ers loaded up for title run, but clock already ticking appeared first on Hoops Wire.
The Knicks kept almost everyone who mattered during their championship run. Whether “almost” is enough to win another one is the question. In its 2026-27 Knicks preview, ESPN noted that nine of New York’s top 10 playoff rotation members are returning. The exception is Mitchell Robinson, who joined the rival Celtics after owner James Dolan […] The post ESPN: Knicks remain contenders, but repeat comes with warning signs appeared first on Hoops Wire.
Thunder Jalen Williams does nearly everything the Thunder need from a star wing. Grayson Buchanan of NBA On SI believes consistent three-point shooting is the final piece. The numbers support the concern, although they also complicate it. Williams shot just 29.9 percent from behind the arc during the regular season and made fewer than one […] The post NBA Notes: Thunder, Jalen Williams, Knicks, James Wiseman, Magic appeared first on Hoops Wire.
The Rockets were “way too reliant” on Kevin Durant last season, according to an anonymous NBA scout. The playoffs made that painfully clear. Houston lost to the Lakers in six games after Durant injured his ankle, despite Los Angeles playing the entire series without Luka Doncic and most of it without Austin Reaves. The scout […] The post NBA scout sees Fred VanVleet as key to easing Rockets’ Kevin Durant dependence appeared first on Hoops Wire.
NBAsubmitted by /u/nrdz2p [link] [comments]
Free agent center Dwight Powell is expected to sign with the Mavericks, league sources tell Marc Stein of The Stein Line (via Twitter). Stein’s suggests Powell will likely receive a non-guaranteed training camp deal that features Exhibit 9 language to protect the Mavericks if he were to suffer an injury during camp/preseason. As Stein notes, […]
NBAThe Utah Jazz held a press conference for Keyonte George, who signed a new $157.5M contract. The press conference included Will Hardy, Ryan Smith, Danny Ainge, Austin Ainge, and Justin Zanik. It also was important to note that all of George’s teammates were there to support him. the fam showed up for Key 💜#TakeNote pic.twitter.com/PXV8uhuNK9 — Utah Jazz (@utahjazz) September 20, 2026 Here is the full press conference if you missed it. Here are some notable quotes. Will Hardy talked abo...
With Naz Reid no longer on the roster, the Timberwolves will rely more than ever on Joan Beringer to handle the backup center role. Coach Chris Finch talks about the importance of the 19-year-old big man in the latest installment of his interview with Britt Robson of MinnPost. “You have to realize, as with all […]
While questions surround Paul George and the 2026-27 Celtics, one NBA insider is bullish on how Jayson Tatum and co. will measure up against the competition in the Eastern Conference. Ahead of Tatum’s first full season without Jaylen Brown and since his Achilles tear in 2025, he’s earned the benefit of the doubt. Three months […] The post How this NBA Insider believes Celtics could secure No. 1 seed in 2026-27 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Former Baylor guard Obi Agbim has agreed to a training camp contract with the Warriors, according to Paul Garcia of The Spot Up Shot (Twitter link). Agbim appeared in 33 games for the Bears last season as a fifth-year senior, averaging 10.7 points, 3.7 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 33.3 minutes per night with .375/.356/.854 […]
LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 17: The sneakers worn by Vladislav Goldin #50 of the Miami Heat during the game against the Detroit Pistons during the 2025 NBA Summer League game on July 17, 2025 at the 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Candice Ward/NBAE via Gett...
The Los Angeles Lakers could significantly increase ticket prices as their new ownership group looks to boost revenue and take greater control of the resale market. According to the Wall Street Journal, the average Lakers ticket could rise from $217 to $361 within two years, representing an increase of roughly 66%. The price changes are […] The post Lakers ticket prices could rise significantly soon appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
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.
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.
Curry said LeBron James' free agency this summer was good for the league but not his path.
The Minnesota Timberwolves' two-year contract with Jonathan Kuminga was apparently the product of five weeks of extensive negotiating.