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WNBAIndiana Fever guard Kelsey Mitchell condemned online harassment and toxic fan behavior, demanding stronger institutional support for players across the WNBA.
Luka Garza worked on his defense alongside fulfilling a dream of playing for the Bosnian national team this summer.
Devin Carter is a second-generation NBA player. His father, Anthony Carter, was a basketball journeyman who put together a thirteen-year career in the NBA playing for six different teams. Anthony got into coaching right after retirement, moving through the G-League, with stops in Austin, Sacramento and finally Sioux Falls, South Dakota, where his work as an assistant coach for the Miami Heat-affiliated Skyforce got him a promotion to the parent organization as a player development coach. He’s...
The 2026 WNBA Playoffs tip off on Sunday with four first-round games.
For those of you who have been involved with the Open Thread over the years might recall that from time to time I moonlight as a musician. Last night I had a gig at this great spot in Leon Springs and I saw this flier posted: Pierre Parker, younger brother of Spurs legend Tony Parker, is hosting a basketball camp at Voss Middle School in Boerne, Texas, located 30 miles northwest of San Antonio. The younger Parker is currently an assistant coach with the Austin Spurs, but he has been involved ...
LeBron James wants Philadelphia to develop a “bunker mentality” as outside opinions inevitably test the chemistry of its star-studded roster.
Heading into training camp, the Lakers enter their Luka Doncic-led era with more than half of their roster being new. Here are some topics to keep an eye on.
ATLANTA, GA - APRIL 25: Onyeka Okongwu #17 and Dyson Daniels #5 of the Atlanta Hawks high five during the game against the New York Knicks during Round 1 Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 25, 2026 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. 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 Adam...
WNBAThe Indiana Fever begin their WNBA postseason campaign on Sunday, and Stephanie White lamented that they have to do it without one key player. The Las Vegas Aces loom large in the Indiana Fever’s path in the first round of the 2026 WNBA Playoffs.
WNBANEW YORK — Breanna Stewart stood center court at Barclays Center in street clothes. Her sunglasses hid her eyes while a mic projected her voice to the thousands in attendance for the Liberty’s final home game of the regular season. The reason she donned a cream coat instead of a black uniform was minor soreness and swelling in her left knee that resulted in a precautionary scratch. Still, the absence of the Liberty’s most dependable punctuated what’s been a season marked by instability. “Continu
NBAWith the signing of Mitchell Robinson and extending of Neemias Queta, is Luka Garza the odd man out in Boston?
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WNBAAngel Reese’s early exit from the Atlanta Dream’s final game of the season had WNBA fans worried. The Atlanta Dream finished their 2026 regular season with a dominant 83-65 win over the New York Liberty.
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MARCH 02: Luka Garza #52 of the Boston Celtics in action against the Milwaukee Bucks during the third quarter at Fiserv Forum on March 02, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) | Getty Images Last season, Luka Garza became a very important piece for ...
NBASacramento Kings general manager Scott Perry says Ben Simmons is healthy and motivated to return to the NBA because he misses competing and being part of a team. Simmons signed a one-year, $3.5 million contract with Sacramento after sitting out the entire 2025-26 season. The three-time All-Star is now preparing for a comeback with the […] The post Ben Simmons ‘misses playing basketball,’ says Scott Perry appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
NBAThe Charlotte Hornets announced the signing of guard Jarkel Joiner on Saturday, September 26, adding another backcourt option as the team continues to finalize its roster for the 2026-27 season. Joiner, 27, has spent the majority of his professional career in the G League after playing college basketball at Ole Miss and NC State. He […] The post Hornets sign Jarkel Joiner appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
NBAThe Los Angeles Clippers have signed guard Hunter Sallis to a training camp deal, according to HoopsHype. Sallis joins the Clippers after spending his rookie season between the Philadelphia 76ers and the G League in 2025-26. The 23-year-old appeared in seven NBA games for Philadelphia, averaging 1.0 point and 0.6 assists in 3.7 minutes per […] The post Clippers add Hunter Sallis to training camp appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
Here's everything you need to know about Aces vs. Fever, including TV channel and streaming options for Game 1 of the WNBA Playoff series.
Here's everything you need to know about Valkyries vs. Wings, including TV channel and streaming options for Game 1 of the WNBA Playoff series.
The Charlotte Hornets have waived guard Ryan Nembhard. The Hornets also signed guard Jarkel Joiner to a training camp contract. Charlotte will take on $2.1 million in dead money for Nembhard for this season, unless the point guard is claimed off waivers. The Hornets acquired Nembhard from the Atlanta Hawks in a deal that sent Buddy Hield to Charlotte. Several teams, including the Denver Nuggets, have interest in Nembhard if he clears waivers, according to NBA insider Marc Stein. This is Joine...
NBACavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson says the starting lineup isn’t set. So why do we know more about the Cavaliers than the coach? That’s a joke … sort of. The Cavs already had Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, James Harden and Jarrett Allen. All started for a team that reached the Eastern Conference finals last season. They […] The post Kenny Atkinson’s comments on Cavs’ starters actually make sense appeared first on Hoops Wire.
Even after her retirement announcement, WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert is not free from questions just yet. The 61-year-old has come under a lot of scrutiny in her seventh and final season in this position, surrounding the league’s eligibility rules and player safety policies.
Cheryl Reeve’s latest comments on transgender athletes have drawn a strong and pointed response from former NBA center Enes Kanter Freedom, who went as far as calling for the Minnesota Lynx head coach to step down. However, that’s not the only thing the former Boston Celtics player has done.
The Indiana Fever’s loss to the Minnesota Lynx in the season-finale game has instigated a lot of conversations, and the relationship between Stephanie White and Caitlin Clark is one of them. Clark’s apparent frustration while talking to Stephanie White during the Washington Mystics game, and a few days later with assistant coach Briann January, has raised questions for Linda Cohn.
Even after being a host for ESPN for 34 years, Linda Cohn’s is being called out for her opinions on women’s basketball. Her outspoken commentary around Caitlin Clark has recently drawn the attention of NFL insider James Boyd, who believes what Cohn does not do justice to reporting, as the Indiana Fever star and her team prepare to play the Las Vegas Aces.
Draymond Green believes Michael Porter Jr.’s admission that he lost motivation after being snubbed for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game could affect how teams view him when he eventually enters contract negotiations. Speaking on The Draymond Green Show, the Golden State Warriors forward discussed Porter’s comments about his motivation during the 2025-26 season and the […] The post Draymond Green: Teams will remember Michael Porter’s All-Star motivation appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
Indiana Fever star Lexie Hull paid tribute to Nneka Ogwumike.
The WNBA entered its 30th season looking to celebrate. Instead, a series of controversies and leadership changes have shaped the regular season.
Mavericks There’s plenty of talk about Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg heading into the season, and rightfully so. They’re the Mavericks’ anchors. But Naji Marshall sounds as if he believes he can be an X-factor — particularly from the perimeter. “Nothing but net threes. That’s it, gonna make me unstoppable,” Marshall told reporters at media […] The post NBA Notes: Mavericks, Naji Marshall, Nets, D’Angelo Russell, Darryn Peterson, Jazz appeared first on Hoops Wire.