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Sunday, Sep 27, 2026

On the Eve of Media Day, the Blazers are the NBA’s Biggest Reality Show

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PORTLAND, OR - SEPTEMBER 29: Damian Lillard #0 and Scoot Henderson #00 of the Portland Trail Blazers poses for a portrait during media day on September 29, 2025 at the MODA Center in Portland, Oregon. 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 Cameron Browne/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via...

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Heat To Sign Dennis Smith Jr.

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Free agent point guard Dennis Smith Jr. has reached a contract agreement with the Heat, agent Daniel Hazan tells Chris Haynes of NBA on Prime and NBA TV (Twitter link). According to Haynes, the Heat have been closely monitoring the seven-year veteran throughout the offseason. The terms of the deal were not disclosed, but Smith’s […]

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Preview: Three predictions that suggest Leonard has his best season yet

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Updated Sep 27, 2:41 PM ET

Kawhi Leonard at the Public School fashion show as a part of RTW Spring/Summer 2027 on September 10, 2026 in New York, New York. (Photo by Asha Moné/WWD via Getty Images) | WWD via Getty Images Now that Kawhi Leonard is officially a Toronto Raptor, it’s time to safely look ahead to the 2026-27 season. While the seven-time All-Star is entering his 15th season at 35-years-old, there’s reason to believe that Leonard could produce his greatest year as a professional. Here are three predictions th...

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Why Jaylen Brown is the perfect fit for Philly

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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 6: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers talks to the media at Francis J. Myers Recreation Center on August 6, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images Since being traded to the Philadelphia 76ers in July, Jaylen Brown ...

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Knicks Bulletin: ‘I’m a little disappointed’

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ATLANTA, GA - APRIL 25: Miles McBride #2 of the New York Knicks looks on during the game against the Atlanta Hawks 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 Hagy/NBAE via Getty Ima...

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Nets Waive Nick Pringle

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The Brooklyn Nets waived forward Nick Pringle. Brooklyn had signed Pringle to an Exhibit 10 contract last week. Pringle is expected to join the Long Island Nets for the upcoming G League season.

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Brice Williams, Pistons Sign Exhibit 10 Contract

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The Detroit Pistons signed wing Brice Williams to an Exhibit 10 contract. Williams is expected to join the Motor City Cruise for the G League season after the NBA preseason. Last season, Williams appeared in 41 G League games for the Cruise. The 6-foot-5 wing averaged 14 points on 46/43/78 shooting splits, 3.0 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.1 steals per game.

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NBA Reportedly Sends Joint Project Offer To EuroLeague

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Updated Sep 27, 12:13 PM ET

The NBA has sent a formal offer to the EuroLeague regarding a potential collaboration between the two organizations, multiple sources tell Aris Barkas of Eurohoops. No details about the offer are known at this time, according to Barkas. The NBA plans to start a European League — tentatively known as NBA Europe — ahead of […]

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ESPN places Giannis Antetokounmpo fifth in NBA rankings - TalkBasket.net

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Updated Sep 28, 6:53 AM ET

ESPN has ranked Giannis Antetokounmpo as the fifth-best player in the NBA, placing the Miami Heat superstar behind Nikola Jokic, Victor Wembanyama, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luka Doncic. The ranking comes after Miami made a major move to acquire Antetokounmpo, giving up a significant package of players and draft assets. While such a deal could suggest […] The post ESPN places Giannis Antetokounmpo fifth in NBA rankings appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Knicks Sign Kevin McCullar, Tyler Nickel To Two-Way Deals

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The Knicks have signed Kevin McCullar Jr. and Tyler Nickel to two-way contracts, the team announced today (Twitter links). McCullar has spent the past two seasons with New York on two-way deals after being selected 56th overall in the 2024 draft. He made 21 regular season appearances in 2025/26, averaging 2.4 points in 7.4 minutes […]

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Nets begin camp with several rotation questions - TalkBasket.net

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The Brooklyn Nets enter training camp with their starting lineup set, but several rotation questions remain. Noah Clowney, Josh Minott, Danny Wolf and Joshua Jefferson will compete for opportunities at forward. Michael Porter Jr.’s future is one of the biggest storylines. He is entering the final year of his $40.8 million contract and remains extension-eligible. […] The post Nets begin camp with several rotation questions appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Draymond Green called out the people still hating on Bronny James

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From the moment he was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in 2024, Bronny James has been under an intense microscope due to his father LeBron James being on the team. They would become the first father-son duo to share a court together in NBA history and Bronny has undoubtedly developed since entering the league. […]

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Knicks enter camp with final roster decisions - TalkBasket.net

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The New York Knicks enter training camp with most of their rotation settled, but one roster spot remains open. Bruce Brown, John Konchar, James Wiseman, Drew Eubanks and Ochai Agbaji are competing on nonguaranteed deals, with Wiseman and Eubanks potentially having an advantage because New York needs additional depth at center. Unless the Knicks make […] The post Knicks enter camp with final roster decisions appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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NBA 2026 Offseason Check-In: Detroit Pistons

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Hoops Rumors is checking in on the 2026 offseason for all 30 NBA teams, recapping the summer’s free agent signings, trades, draft picks, departures, and more. We’ll take a look at each team’s offseason moves and consider what might still be coming before the regular season begins. Today, we’re focusing on the Detroit Pistons. Free […]

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Joel Embiid’s Best Playoff Games, Part V: Game 7 vs Boston in 2026

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Updated Sep 27, 11:50 AM ET

Final Score: Sixers 109, Celtics 100 Series Score after result: Sixers win series, 4-3 Embiid’s stat line: 34 points, 12 rebounds, 6 assists, 12-of-26 FGs, 1-of-4 3PTs, 1 block, +11 rating Is it a bit much to say Sixers fans were confident heading into this Game 7? Maybe it is given Philadelphia’s reputation as postseason choke artists that was built up in the Embiid era. However, the Sixers had all the momentum in their opening round series against Boston this past spring heading into the de...

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Player Preview: Jalen Green can change the Suns’ future, but the clock is ticking

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OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - APRIL 22: Jalen Green #4 of the Phoenix Suns drives to the basket during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder during Round 1 Game 2 of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 22, 2026 at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 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 Zac...

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