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Brian Windhorst believes the 76ers could win 58 games but warns their seven new players may require significant adjustment time.

The 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 […]

Atlanta Dream head coach Karl Smesko believes Angel Reese should be in contention for a prestigious WNBA award. Smesko’s comments came before Reese put up 23 points and 10 rebounds in the Dream’s 106-81 victory over her former team, the Chicago Sky.

Read our Minnesota Lynx vs. Connecticut Sun WNBA prediction, pick and odds for Sunday, September 20.

Swish Appeal photographer Christina Merrion captured the best moments from another big Dream win.

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 ...

One 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 ...

Te-Hina Paopao and Angel Reese. | Christina Merrion. State Farm Arena hosted an Atlanta Dream celebration on Saturday night. The home team not only earned the 106-81 win over the Chicago Sky, but also had the opportunity to once again revel in a number of achievements. Unsurprisingly, Angel Reese was the headliner, treating her former team to a 23-point and 10-rebound double-double. That extends Angel’s single-season double-double record to 31, as she also became the first player in WNBA hist...

Shakira Austin and Caitlin Clark. | Getty Images On Sunday, the WNBA will be focusing on what was. Up in Uncasville, the Connecticut Sun will hold their second-to-last home game ever, hosting the Minnesota Lynx (1 p.m. ET, WNBA League Pass). Out in LA, the Los Angeles Sparks will unveil Lisa Leslie’s statue in conjunction with the second-to-last home game of Nneka Ogwumike’s career (7 p.m. ET, USA Network). A Saturday in Inglewood with @LisaLeslie. pic.twitter.com/Fs9JgR45bI — Los Angel...

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.

The Dallas Wings walked away with yet another win against the Phoenix Mercury, but Jose Fernandez was not interested in pretending that everything went according to plan. Instead, the Wings’ head coach called out his team for botching coverage against one of the worst-performing teams in the league.

Caitlin Clark is having the best season of her WNBA career, averaging 22. 6 points, 3.

WNBA trailblazer Lisa Leslie became the 16th person -- and first Sparks player -- honored with a statue in what's become known as Star Plaza outside Crypto.com Arena.

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.

Caitlin Clark has once again been named on the Indiana Fever’s injury report ahead of their game against the Washington Mystics on Sunday. It will be the Fever’s second game since the WNBA resumed following a three-week break for the FIBA Women’s World Cup.

Walton has a limited body of work due to injuries, but his greatness was undeniable

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark’s fanbase has come under attack from former ESPN anchor Cari Champion, who slammed the WNBA for mishandling her. Clark is unquestionably the most popular women’s basketball player in the world, with her emergence into the WNBA taking the league to new heights within just a few seasons of being active.

Here's everything you need to know about Fever vs. Mystics today, including TV channel and streaming options for the WNBA matchup.

Here's the full WNBA schedule for Sept. 20, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.

Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham might be one of the most consistent players in the WNBA based on her stats from the last two seasons. Cunningham has excelled as a role player on the Fever for the last few seasons.

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.

The 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.

Stephen 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.

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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.

If you think distance can be an impediment when it comes to seeing your favorite player play live, think again. While it’s no secret that Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark’s popularity transcends continents, a Clark fan’s decision to make a 4000+ miles journey across the globe to see the Fever guard play has social media abuzz, and even the Fever general manager has been roped in to grant a special request to this particular Clark fan.

ATLANTA – The Atlanta Dream went into halftime against the Chicago Sky with a 51-47 lead, but it felt like they hadn’t played their best basketball yet. The Sky, who were missing most of their key players and were out of playoff contention, found a way to exploit the Dream throughout the half and keep things close. On the other hand, the Dream […] The post Dream news: Allisha Gray praises ‘amazing’ rookie after career game vs. Sky appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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.