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Monday, Sep 21, 2026

Dwight Powell To Sign Training Camp Deal With Mavs

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The Dallas Mavericks are expected to sign Dwight Powell to a training camp deal, sources told Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. Powell, who joined the team in a minicamp last week, has been with the Mavs since 2014. Powell averaged 3.3 points and 4.1 rebounds last season. The Mavs currently have 15 standard NBA contracts after buying out Klay Thompson.

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Micah Gordon Becomes Highest-Ranked Recruit In Creighton History

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Micah Gordon announced his commitment to Creighton over the weekend, becoming the program's highest-ranked recruit ever. Gordon is ranked No. 30 in the SC Next 100 for the class of 2027. "The campus is beautiful, and the arena has amazing energy. And it's the Big East," Gordon told ESPN. "I admire Coach [Alan] Huss' passion for his players and for coaching. He has a history of success at High Point. I see myself in the role Ryan Nembhard previously held at Creighton." Gordon is the second rec...

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Why Steve Kerr’s return matters for the Warriors - TalkBasket.net

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Steve Kerr will remain in charge of the Golden State Warriors after deciding to return for another two seasons, extending a partnership with Stephen Curry and Draymond Green that has defined one of the NBA’s most successful eras. Kerr took over Golden State in 2014 and immediately helped reshape the franchise. The Warriors captured their […] The post Why Steve Kerr’s return matters for the Warriors appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Kwame Brown on LeBron James: “In big moments I see him as regular” - TalkBasket.net

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Kwame Brown has offered a pointed assessment of LeBron James, arguing that James’ extraordinary longevity has driven much of his statistical résumé while questioning how he compares with Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant in the biggest moments. “I say that because they put him in that category. I don’t see LeBron in that category,” Brown […] The post Kwame Brown on LeBron James: “In big moments I see him as regular” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Los Angeles Sparks Consume the Portland Fire

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LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 20: Ariel Atkins #7 of the Los Angeles Sparks and Emily Engstler #21 of the Portland Fire look to rebound the ball during the game on September 20, 2026 at Crypto.com Arena 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via...

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NBA Preview: Nets turn to Julius Randle, young core for signs of progress

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Updated Sep 21, 6:03 AM ET

The Nets won 20 games last season. The Knicks won the NBA championship. That pretty much summarizes the current basketball arrangement in New York. Brooklyn isn’t expected to close that gap anytime soon. The more immediate goal is to stop drifting, begin identifying legitimate building blocks and give people a reason to believe the Nets […] The post NBA Preview: Nets turn to Julius Randle, young core for signs of progress appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Chris Finch details LaMelo Ball’s impact on Timberwolves - TalkBasket.net

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Chris Finch expects LaMelo Ball to bring changes to the Minnesota Timberwolves’ offensive identity, but the head coach emphasized that Anthony Edwards will remain central to how the team plays. Asked by the Minnesota Post how much the Timberwolves’ identity could change with Ball at both ends of the court, Finch said the answer will […] The post Chris Finch details LaMelo Ball’s impact on Timberwolves appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Drew Hanlen reveals Joel Embiid’s obsessive film study - TalkBasket.net

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Drew Hanlen has described Joel Embiid as one of the most dedicated film students in the NBA, while acknowledging that he regularly pushes the Philadelphia 76ers star to take greater care of his diet, conditioning and weight-room work. Hanlen, the CEO of Pure Sweat Basketball and a longtime skills coach for Embiid, said the All-Star […] The post Drew Hanlen reveals Joel Embiid’s obsessive film study appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Cade Cunningham excited to get Pistons season started - TalkBasket.net

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Cade Cunningham is eager to get the new Detroit Pistons season underway after spending the offseason preparing at altitude and helping his teammates build chemistry ahead of training camp. “I’m excited,” Cunningham told the Detroit Free Press. “I think the anticipation of it makes you a little anxious, ready to get it going, ready to […] The post Cade Cunningham excited to get Pistons season started appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Raptors better listen to Kyle Lowry’s DeMar DeRozan demand

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Kyle Lowry received plenty of recognition during his retirement celebration in Toronto this weekend. The Raptors unveiled a gold Raptor statue wearing his No. 7 jersey. Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow gave him the Key to the City, and the franchise confirmed that his number will be retired in January. But Lowry also used the celebration […] The post Raptors better listen to Kyle Lowry’s DeMar DeRozan demand appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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RJ Barrett excited to team up with Kawhi Leonard - TalkBasket.net

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RJ Barrett spent much of the summer waiting for Kawhi Leonard’s return to Toronto to become official. Now that it has happened, the Raptors forward is excited about finally sharing the court with a player he grew up watching as a fan. “When it first happened, I was like, ‘Let me just not try to […] The post RJ Barrett excited to team up with Kawhi Leonard appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Dunc'd On: LAL Season Outlook 2026-27 with Jovan Buha

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Jovan Buha of Buha's Block and Lakers Collective is our guest to break down LA's new look this season around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. How good will Walker Kessler, Quentin Grimes, Sandro Mamukelashvili and Collin Sexton be in their new roles? Who will the 5th starter be? What will the Lakers scheme be defensively? Plus, we make our predictions for the 2026-27 Lakers season. Join Dunc'd On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Holling...

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Sunday, Sep 20, 2026

Stein's Latest: Wiseman, Vincent, Leonard, Mavs

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The Knicks are getting ready for a heated training battle, as John Konchar, Bruce Brown, and Ochai Agbaji have a training camp wing competition, while Drew Eubanks and James Wiseman will lock horns on the big man front. Despite having two roster spots open, the expectation is that the Knicks will only fill one, Marc […]

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Russell Westbrook might return to NBA, says Zach Randolph - TalkBasket.net

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Russell Westbrook could potentially return to the NBA after announcing his retirement, according to former All-Star Zach Randolph. Speaking on the Out The Mud podcast, Randolph suggested that Westbrook still has enough left to continue his playing career and specifically mentioned the Miami Heat as a potential destination. “This man is supposed to be in […] The post Russell Westbrook might return to NBA, says Zach Randolph appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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A’ja Wilson Makes WNBA History Again As Aces Star Reaches 1,000 Points For Second Time - Fadeaway World

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Updated Sep 21, 12:17 PM ET

Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson remains one of the WNBA’s best. The four-time MVP and three-time champion made history, becoming the only player in WNBA history to record two 1,000-point seasons, a feat she previously accomplished in 2024. Wilson connected on free throws with 3:39 remaining in the second quarter of the 98-77 victory […]

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Warriors To Sign Graham Ike To Two-Way Deal

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The Warriors are signing Graham Ike to a two-way deal, per Kenzo Fukuda of Clutch Points (via Brett Siegel). Golden State initially signed the undrafted rookie forward to an Exhibit 10 deal in June. The 6’9″ 24-year-old then had a strong Summer League showing for the Warriors, averaging 10.0 points and 7.2 rebounds in 21.2 […]

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Kawhi Leonard rejected Heat interest before Raptors trade - TalkBasket.net

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The Miami Heat were reportedly among several teams that explored the possibility of acquiring Kawhi Leonard before he ultimately landed with the Toronto Raptors. Miami was not alone in showing interest, with Minnesota and Detroit also identified as potential trade destinations. However, Leonard’s contract situation apparently limited the willingness of interested teams to make a […] The post Kawhi Leonard rejected Heat interest before Raptors trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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