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Joel Embiid is not the top story in Philadelphia for a change, but his presence could still be the difference in whether or not the Sixers reach their championship goal.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - APRIL 02: Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on against the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Paycom Center on April 2, 2026 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. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images) | Getty Images It’s been discussed all offseason, but a transformative era for the ...

Klay Thompson could have an advantage in the competition for the Miami Heat’s final starting position because of his proven three-point shooting, according to Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald. Thompson joined Miami after reaching a buyout agreement with the Dallas Mavericks during the offseason. The veteran guard brings significantly more long-range experience than anyone […] The post Klay Thompson favored for Heat starting role appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 14: Reece Beekman #26 of the Washington Wizards handles the ball during the game against the Chicago Bulls on July 14, 2026 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Tom O'Connor/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty I...

The Warriors have signed free agent guard Miles Kelly to a training camp deal, the team announced today (via Twitter). Kelly spent three years at Georgia Tech and one with Auburn prior to going undrafted last year. He spent most of his rookie NBA season on a two-way contract with Dallas prior to being waived […]

Now that LeBron James is in town, the Sixers’ offense will look very different and that actually might be a great thing for Tyrese Maxey.

The Hornets announced Friday that Rookie of the Year runner-up Kon Knueppel has a left hamstring injury and will miss the entire preseason before being reevaluated during the first week of the regular season. Knueppel might end up missing multiple regular season contests, writes Scott Fowler of The Charlotte Observer, since players typically require a […]

SAN ANTONIO, TX - JUNE 3 Dylan Harper #2, Victor Wembanyama #1, De'Aaron Fox #4, Stephon Castle #5 and Julian Champagnie #30 of the San Antonio Spurs looks on during the game against the New York Knicks during Game One of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 3, 2026 at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. 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. Manda...

OKLAHOMA CITY — Hearing his name in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft, Oklahoma City Thunder rookie center Thomas Sorber’s eyes filled with joy. The Thunder selected Sorber 15th overall last year, but he hasn’t played a single game due to injury, a path Chet Holmgren knows well. After Oklahoma City selected the […] The post Thunder’s Thomas Sorber shares Chet Holmgren’s ‘injury return’ advice ahead of an ‘exciting’ season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

From October 3 - 16 for the pre-season there are 5 total games, how many are on TSN and on SN? And for the regular season they come out sometime in mid-October right? (I think last year they released it around that time) and it was split 41-41 between SN and TSN. submitted by /u/Anonymous_HC [link] [comments]

Knicks head coach Mike Brown doesn’t get enough credit for the role he played in last season’s championship run, according to assistant coach Rick Brunson. On the Locked on Knicks Squad Show (YouTube link), Brunson said Brown met with all five starters individually at the end of the regular season, when the team was struggling, […]

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 08: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers dribbles the ball during Game Three of the Second Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs against the New York Knicks at Xfinity Mobile Arena on May 08, 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 Emilee Chinn/Getty Image...

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WE ARE SO BACK! Almost, at least… The Utah Jazz will begin preparations for the highly anticipated 2026-27 season this week, starting Monday, September 28th, with media day. It feels like years ago that we sat in our living rooms together on Mother’s Day and watched as the Utah Jazz won the second overall pick in the NBA draft. Somehow it feels even longer ago that the Jazz used that second overall pick to select the highly touted guard from Kansas, Darryn Peterson. After watching Summer Leag...

The Toronto Raptors could make an all-in move for All-Star center Jalen Duren following the big man's contract issues with the Pistons.

With the Miami Heat now led by Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, the team has been working in the offseason to surround the dynamic duo that could elevate the team to championship aspirations. As the Heat’s latest notable deal was signing Pelle Larsson to a contract extension, the latest agreement is one that will interest […] The post Heat signs former first-round pick in free agency to bolster backcourt appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Los Angeles Lakers completely overhauled their roster this offseason and one of their biggest moves was signing former Toronto Raptors big man Sandro Mamukelashvili to a four-year, $52 million contract. That is starter-level money, so the Lakers obviously have a lot of confidence that Mamukelashvili will make an impact for them. Exactly what position […]

We so back the Bulletin is already here. Meanwhile, JB was doing his thing on SNL and Deuce McBride has some saucy comments to share with a fellow Knickerbocker scribe ahead of his contract year. Here’s the latest from around some places, and remember, we’re just 24 hours from Knicks Media Day! Miles McBride On […]

Former NBA second-round pick Isaiah Whitehead has called it career, announcing on social media that his playing days are over (Twitter link). A 6’4″ guard, Whitehead spent two years at Seton Hall prior to being selected 42nd overall in the 2016 draft. The Brooklyn native spent two seasons with his hometown Nets from 2016-18, averaging […]

The offseason succeeding their championship run, all things considered, has been pretty successful for the New York Knicks. Nearly the entire core will be back for a championship defense, with the departure of Mitchell Robinson being the lone major loss. The team was able to find a suitable backup center replacement in Andre Drummond, though, […] The post Knicks make pair of 2-way contract signings right before training camp appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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...

It has been reported that Jalen Duren has a fascinating weight clause in his contract, and he joins an unusual list of NBA players who have had the same.

Lou Williams believes numerous distractions left the Clippers mentally divided during the crucial week that ended their 2020 championship hopes.

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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 […]

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...

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 ...

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...

The Boston Celtics have a revamped roster around Jayson Tatum for the 2025-26 NBA season, and we predict each starting player's statline.

New York losing Mitchell Robinson stings, but could the champs actually be better off?