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Ben Simmons isn't exactly setting the bar low for his return to the NBA after taking the 2025-26 campaign off.

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LeBron James enters his 24th NBA season with the Philadelphia 76ers chasing history, including 10 records he can break or extend in 2026-27.

The Minnesota Lynx remained at the top of the league for most of the 2026 WNBA regular season and finished as league leaders. However, they didn’t look like a dominant team on both ends of the floor against the No.

Kawhi Leonard is ready to leave the Los Angeles Clippers behind.

Luka Dončić is ready to be the Lakers' leader.

Zach Edey continues to progress along the rehab trajectory that the Grizzlies expected and has been medically cleared for on-court activity, according to Chris Herrington of The Daily Memphian (Twitter link). At the team’s media day on Monday, general manager Zach Kleiman said the third-year center is on pace to play in the October 21 […]

On Monday, the Philadelphia 76ers held media day for the upcoming 2026-27 season, with the team’s new faces, including former Boston Celtics wing Jaylen Brown, in attendance. The 76ers fancy themselves title contenders heading into this season after adding both Brown and LeBron James over the summer. At one point, Brown declined to answer a […] The post Why Jaylen Brown hit reporter with a blunt ‘next question’ at 76ers Media Day appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Jaylen Brown said Monday he is still adjusting to life with the Philadelphia 76ers and was bothered by speculation surrounding his offseason trade from the Boston Celtics. Philadelphia sent Paul George and four picks to Boston for the All-NBA wing. Brown's last game with the Celtics was a Game 7 loss to the 76ers in the first round. He described the transition as a gradual process. "There are phases for sure," said Brown. "There is a mental side, emotional side, the physical side. There's a b...

The San Antonio Spurs enter the 2026-27 season with high expectations after falling just short of an NBA title against the New York Knicks. During the playoff run, Victor Wembanyama became a sort of villain to opposing fan bases. During the club’s Media Day on Monday, the 22-year-old center revealed why he embraced the role […] The post Why Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama believes playing villain role is a ‘great sign of respect’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Golden State Warriors are less than a month away from kicking off their 2026-27 season. Expectations aren’t exactly sky-high for the Warriors this year, as the team is returning essentially the exact same roster that won 37 games a year ago, headlined by the newly re-signed Stephen Curry. Jimmy Butler missed the second half […] The post Warriors’ Jimmy Butler focused on winning over ‘buckaroos’ for next contract appeared first on ClutchPoints.

On Monday, the Chicago Bulls hosted their 2026-27 Media Day at the United Center. A major focus was undoubtedly what lies ahead for Caleb Wilson. Naturally, new head of the front office Bryson Graham and new head coach Tiago Splitter were immediately asked for their take on the expectations that will follow Wilson all year. […] The post Bryson Graham, Tiago Splitter reveal Caleb Wilson expectations at Bulls Media Day appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Despite losing star forward LeBron James to free agency, Los Angeles Lakers star guard Luka Doncic isn't backing down from his lofty expectations.

Dillon Brooks is known as one of the NBA's so-called villains, and he had some fun with that reputation Monday during media days.

The 2026-27 season could be the first and last time Anthony Davis takes the court for the Washington Wizards.

TARRYTOWN, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 30: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks speaks at a press conference during media day at Knicks Training Facility on September 30, 2024 in Tarrytown, New York. 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 Dustin Satloff/Getty Images) | Getty Images The New York Knicks were back in the spotlight Monday mo...

Sep 28, 2026; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics center Mitchell Robinson (4) talks to reporters during media day at Auerbach Center. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Moments after Hugo Gonzalez stepped down from the podium at Boston Celtics Media Day, the door on the righthand side of the Auerbach Center cracked open and Mitchell Robinson poked his head out. “Oh my god,” he exclaimed, as he saw more eyes looking back at him than he probably expec...

Sep 28, 2026; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) talks to reporters during media day at Auerbach Center. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect There would have been a very easy answer for Jayson Tatum to give at Media Day. Jaylen Brown is in Philadelphia, and with him goes at least some of the oxygen that fueled years of “who’s the alpha in Boston?” conversations. Joe Mazzulla is calling this season the beginning of a “new era....

Here is the perfect starting five around Cooper Flagg, with the exact player archetypes the Mavericks should target at every position.

Golden State Warriors star Jimmy Butler won't be ready for opening night, but that didn't stop him from carrying on a media day tradition.

As we continue the story of the 53-year drought, we encounter the agony of coming so close, yet so far.

DT was known for her fiery and competitive nature.

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Here are three Warriors players who should be traded before the 2027 deadline if Golden State wants one last real run with Stephen Curry.

The eyes did not deceive. Karl-Anthony Towns did indeed drop weight.

Turner opens up about leadership, philanthropy, and his first season with the Milwaukee Bucks.

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Stephen Curry intentionally structured his new Warriors extension with a player option while leaving roughly $20 million on the table.

At media day, the Knicks are celebrating their title, but players say the focus is already on winning another championship.

This could finally be the year that Philadelphia 76ers star center Joel Embiid stays healthy.