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A LeBron James-Kobe Bryant 2007 one-of-one dual autograph patch card has sold for just over $6.5 million via Alt Auctions.

MORGANTOWN, WEST VIRGINIA - MARCH 21: Amber Tretter #15 of the Miami (OH) RedHawks goes for a layup during a first round game of the 2026 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament held at Hope Coliseum on March 21, 2026 in Morgantown, West Virginia. (Photo by Greg Fiume/NCAA Photos via Getty Images) | NCAA Photos via Getty Images This week on “Anything But Mid,” we spoke about the MEAC, MAC and Mountain West women’s basketball conferences. Let’s take a look at how things are shaping up: Listen to th...

For a while the 30-year-old forward was around, until he wasn’t, but now he’s here.

When LeBron James signed with the Los Angeles Lakers back in the summer of 2018, it marked a change and a new era for this franchise. The Lakers have always been synonymous with legends and all-time greats and James came to the organization when it was at its lowest point in history and turned it […]

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka has become known for his interesting comparisons and choice of words during press conferences when discussing his team and players. Perhaps most famous was when he compared signing guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope to ‘mana from heaven.’ Now, with a new season on the horizon and a ton of new […]

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 14: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns on the court during the first half of a game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Mortgage Matchup Center on December 14, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Mike Christy/Getty Images) | Getty Images I felt it for the first time when I went o...

After a historically great season, Caitlin Clark is deserving of the WNBA’s Most Valuable Player award

In the franchise’s second year of existence, the Golden State Valkyries have clinched the No. 2 seed in the 2026 playoffs, and will face the No. 7 Dallas Wings in a best-of-three series in the first round of the post-season. Series Schedule: Game One: Chase Center – 6:00 p.m. PT on Sunday, Sep. 27… The post 2026 WNBA Playoffs Preview – Round 1: Golden State Valkyries vs. Dallas Wings appeared first on Winsidr.

Agent Rich Paul spoke at length across multiple episodes of his podcast this summer about why certain destinations would or wouldn’t appeal to his client LeBron James in free agency. However, James himself had been relatively mum about his decision to sign a minimum-salary contract the Sixers until he spoke on Friday’s episode of the […]

Make sure to subscribe to Clutch Scoops on YouTube and follow @ClutchPoints on X so you don’t miss the weekly live show with all the latest NBA intel every Thursday afternoon. Training camps are beginning around the NBA and with many teams holding Media Day on Monday, September 28, Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons […] The post Clutch Scoops: Latest Jalen Duren updates, Gary Trent Jr. investigation, Kevin Durant’s Rockets future, NBA intel appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Las Vegas Aces are rolling at the right time. The Aces are playing well heading into the postseason, riding a seven-game winning streak and coming off a dominant 100-82 win over the Phoenix Mercury. During her postgame interview, Aces superstar A’ja Wilson broke down what she liked most about her team’s performance over the […]

The Dallas Wings last clinched a playoff berth in 2023, a year that they went on to lose to the Las Vegas Aces in the semifinals. Prior to that, they hadn’t made it out of the first round since before the team moved to Dallas in 2016. This season, they’re looking to change that fate.… The post Playoff Paige Bueckers: A Whole Different Beast appeared first on Winsidr.

Speaking to the media on Friday for the first time since he signed with the Mavericks in July, guard/forward Tarik Biberovic said he’s long hoped to eventually make the move to the NBA, writes Johnny Askounis of Eurohoops. “I’ve known [general manager] Mike Schmitz since I was very young because he’s like one of the […]

Sergio de Larrea is looking forward to learning from Kyrie Irving, Cooper Flagg and the rest of the Dallas Mavericks during his rookie season, with the 25th overall pick particularly excited about developing his game alongside Irving. “Probably to learn from everybody, you know, Kyrie, Cooper, but not just only for these two, for everybody. […] The post Sergio de Larrea on learning from Kyrie Irving and playing fast appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Sixers' annual Blue-White scrimmage will be at Xfinity Mobile Arena in 2026.

Kelsey Mitchell ended her season on Thursday night with her lowest-scoring performance of the entire season. It was not a desirable outing for her or the Indiana Fever.

The rising young big could be an anchor for the future -- or a valuable trade chip.

Santi Aldama is embracing a new chapter with the Dallas Mavericks after spending the first five seasons of his NBA career with the Memphis Grizzlies. Aldama was acquired by Dallas in a six-team trade during the offseason and spoke about the transition during Mavericks media day on Friday. He said the move brought mixed emotions […] The post Santi Aldama on joining Mavericks, Sergio de Larrea and recovery appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Zaccharie Risacher is looking forward to a fresh start with the Dallas Mavericks after spending his first two NBA seasons with the Atlanta Hawks. The 2024 No. 1 overall pick was traded to Dallas during the offseason and spoke about his move during Mavericks media day on Friday. Risacher said he is excited about the […] The post Zaccharie Risacher on new chapter with Mavericks appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Here are four realistic trade deals the Utah Jazz could consider for Lauri Markkanen if another losing year pushes them toward a younger reset.

Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks are currently significantly apart on their positions as they discuss a contract extension. Towns can sign for up to $276 million over four years on an extension and is not believed to be demanding the max in talks with the Knicks. If Towns and the Knicks are unable to agree to an extension, he could decline his $61 million player option to become a free agent. Towns could alternatively exercise his option at that amount, which would almost certainly ...

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Justin Rowan and Carter Rodriguez (The Chase Down Podcast) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Cleveland Cavaliers. Plus, Steve and Nekias preview the first round of the 2026 WNBA playoffs!

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Dusty May outlined his approach to coaching the Dallas Mavericks, working with Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg, and building a new team identity during his first NBA media day as head coach on Friday. May, who led Michigan to the 2026 national championship before taking over in Dallas, emphasized authenticity when discussing how he plans […] The post Dusty May on Kyrie Irving, Cooper Flagg and Mavericks’ identity appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Dereck Lively II provided an encouraging update on his injury recovery during Mavericks media day on Friday, describing an offseason centered on patience, conditioning and gradually returning to basketball activities. “It’s been a lot of focus, a lot of days in the gym, a lot of hard days working,” Lively said. “It’s been ups and […] The post Dereck Lively provides injury recovery update appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 11: Head Coach JJ Redick of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second quarter 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/Ge...

The Clippers intend to open up a two-way contract slot on their roster ahead of training camp by waiving center Jamarion Sharp, reports Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report and The Stein Line (Twitter link). Sharp, 25, went undrafted out of Ole Miss in 2024 and has played primarily for the Texas Legends in the G […]

Ahead of his age-42 season, James is invested in keeping his mind and body right while sharing the wealth of knowledge he's accrued over two-plus decades in the NBA.

Shams Charania and Vincent Goodwill of ESPN reported Wednesday that extension talks between the Knicks and star center Karl-Anthony Towns have “stagnated” and that a deal seems unlikely to be reached in the short term. On the Hoop Collective podcast (YouTube link), ESPN’s Brian Windhorst and Tim MacMahon said they think the Knicks and Towns’ […]

LeBron James has yet to play an official game alongside VJ Edgecombe, but the new Philadelphia 76ers star has already heard enough about the young guard to come away impressed. As the 41-year-old James prepares for his first season in Philadelphia, he discussed Edgecombe on the latest episode of the “Mind the Game” podcast with […] The post 76ers star LeBron James labels VJ Edgecombe as ‘beyond his years’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.