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Mitchell struggled in Game 1.

A wide range of outcomes could occur against the backdrop of a much-improved Eastern Conference. Washington could finish as high as sixth in the regular-season standings if Davis remains healthy, Davis and Young play to their potentials, the young players blossom and if a few of the more established teams in the East stumble. But if the East is indeed stronger from top to bottom, and if Davis and Young falter, a season in which Washington finishes as low as 11th or 12th, and out of the Play-I...

The 2026-27 NBA season is approaching with media days ending Monday. Here are the top scenes from around the league.

They’ll be preparing for a season that’s finally going to be focused more on wins than on lottery positioning.

Olivia Miles' WNBA takeover has become must-watch TV. USA TODAY goes inside the making of the league's newest star.

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 15: AJ Dybansta #4 of the Washington Wizards poses for a portrait during the 2026 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot on July 15, 2026 at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus 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 Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images)...

The ex-Thunder wing could be in line for a breakout season.

The Phoenix Suns need Devin Booker to hit another gear.

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - MAY 17: Head coach Cheryl Reeve and Olivia Miles #5 of the Minnesota Lynx look on against the Chicago Sky in the second quarter at Target Center on May 17, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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 David Berding/Getty Images) | Getty Images The WNBA announced this afternoon that th...

Olivia Miles has been named the unanimous WNBA rookie of the year, becoming the sixth player in Lynx history to earn the honor.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - JANUARY 31: A close-up photo of the Philadelphia 76ers hardwood classic edition jersey during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on January 31, 2026 at the Wells Fargo Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by David Dow/NBAE via...

The Washington Wizards star began collecting cards this year and will be the cover athlete of 2026 Topps Flagship Basketball.

When the Jazz made the blockbuster trade for Jaren Jackson Jr. last February, a vision was put into place. A vision of a healthy Walker Kessler pairing up with JJJ to create the most daunting defensive rim presence in the NBA. Everyone was on board. Jackson Jr., Lauri Markkanen, Will Hardy, Danny Ainge, Austin Ainge, the Jazz fanbase. Everybody bought in but Kessler, who apparently wanted to do everything in his power to not play in a purple mountain jersey ever again. According to Marc Stein...

DETROIT, MI - APRIL 27: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 and Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks smile during a press conference after the game against the Detroit Pistons during Round 1 Game 4 of the 2025 NBA Playoffs on April 27, 2025 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. 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: C...

Santi Aldama has been limited in his participation in the Mavericks’ training camp as he continues to recover from an arthroscopic procedure on his right knee that he underwent in March, writes Grant Afseth of Dallas Sports Journal. Aldama, who was acquired from Memphis in a July trade, had to miss the World Cup qualifiers […]

The Lakers could turn Rob Pelinka’s consolidation trade comments into a deal for P.J. Washington, reuniting him with Luka Doncic.

The Los Angeles Lakers added more depth to their roster ahead of the start of training camp this week.

Former LSU women's basketball star Angel Reese secured a major WNBA award this week.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 9: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers embraces LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers after the game on December 9, 2022 at the Wells Fargo Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2022 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty...

Hosts Melissa Triebwasser and Michael Waterloo are joined by Tacarra Barnes and Courtney Lumpkin of the Mid-Majors Podcast to talk — you guessed it — about the mid-major conferences. The post The IX Sports Podcast College Basketball Edition featuring the Mid-Majors Podcast appeared first on The IX Sports.

The NBA offseason is officially history. With the Knicks set to host media day on Monday, there will surely be plenty of questions as New York starts its title defense.

Duren has declined the Pistons' offer of 5 years, $200 million.

The Hawks added a valuable ingredient to their roster.

After Indiana was blown out by the defending champion Aces in Game 1, Stephanie White’s comments about the Fever needing to be “humbled” sparked criticism online.

The rookie poked the wrong bear.

Fans aren’t buying White’s ‘humbling experience’ excuse.

The Detroit Pistons signed guard Bryson Warren to an Exhibit 10 contract. Detroit's G League affiliate, the Motor City Cruise, recently acquired Warren's G League rights. Following the NBA preseason, Warren is expected to join the Cruise for the G League season. Warren played in 28 G League games for the Westchester Knicks last season. The 6-foot-3 guard averaged 18.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, 4.9 assists and 1.2 steals per game.

Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever were blown out by the Las Vegas Aces in Game 1 of the WNBA playoffs, and the loss quickly brought questions about the team’s future. Fans pointed at Stephanie White and the roster, with some even calling for Clark to leave Indiana despite the guard being under contract for 2027.

The 2026 WNBA playoffs tipped off Sunday with an ABC doubleheader, and ESPN has set two three-person game crews and a studio team for its first-round games. Coming off a historic regular season where ESPN broadcasts averaged a record-breaking 1.37 million viewers (a 17% jump from last year), the network is relying heavily on a [...]

Stephen A. Smith revealed his complete NBA top 10, ranking Michael Jordan first and LeBron James directly behind him.