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Monday, Sep 28, 2026

Don’t let LeBron James distract you from how crazy it is that Jaylen Brown is a Sixer

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CAMDEN, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 28: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers poses for a portrait during media day at the Philadelphia 76ers Training Complex on September 28, 2026 in Camden, New Jersey. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images) | Getty Images It’s going to take a long time for this all to set in. These guys still haven’t even played a preseason game together yet, but 2026 Media Day was very exciting for the Philadelphia 76ers. It’s not every day one of the two best players of all ...

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Extension Notes: Zion, Bey, AD, MPJ, Wallace

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When the Pelicans published their training camp roster on Friday, forward Zion Williamson was listed at 277 pounds, down seven pounds from last season, notes Fletcher Mackel of WDSU in New Orleans (Twitter link). Speaking to reporters on Monday at media day, Pelicans executive VP of basketball operations Joe Dumars confirmed that the team is […]

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'That's Bulls--t,' Ben Simmons Calls Out Critics Who Say He Doesn't Love Basketball

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Updated Sep 29, 10:53 AM ET

Sacramento Kings forward Ben Simmons pushed back against the narrative that he doesn't love basketball during the team's media day on Monday, saying injury issues were the bigger reason he didn't play last season.

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Donovan Mitchell wanted to stay with Cavs. Now comes the hard part

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CLEVELAND — Donovan Mitchell didn’t need a sales pitch from the Cavaliers before signing his contract extension. “I told Koby [Altman], ‘Listen, you ain’t really gotta ask,’” Mitchell said Monday at media day. “The first day it’s allowed [I’m signing]. It wasn’t really much of a talk.” Remember when the Cavs traded for Mitchell in […] The post Donovan Mitchell wanted to stay with Cavs. Now comes the hard part appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Donovan Mitchell didn’t think twice about signing extension in Cleveland: ‘I love being here’

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CLEVELAND, OHIO - APRIL 05: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts during the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Rocket Arena on April 05, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Pacers 117-108. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images CLEVELAND — Donovan Mit...

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Devin Booker is excited for year 12 and the Phoenix Suns’ continuity

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Updated Sep 28, 7:16 PM ET

Devin Booker kicked off his 12th season for the Phoenix Suns with a new number, but just as cool and as confident as ever. As Booker approaches his 30th birthday in October, he has accomplished a lot in his career, but there is still a lot left in the tank. “I love the game more than ever,” said Booker during his media day press conference. “Honestly, my body feels better than it’s ever felt going into a training camp. So, I think, you know, as you get older you know, you learn new ways to tr...

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Suns Notes: Bridges, Kennard, Gillespie, Center, Ishbia

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The Suns traded Grayson Allen, Royce O’Neale and their unprotected 2033 first-round pick to the Hornets this summer in order to acquire Miles Bridges, a least favorable first-rounder in 2029, and a least favorable 2027 second-round pick. Owner Mat Ishbia believes Bridges will be a great on-court fit in Phoenix and he’s not concerned about […]

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Where Nets’ ongoing Michael Porter Jr. extension talks stand entering training camp

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Updated Sep 29, 4:51 AM ET

While Porter was never going to get the full four years, $234 million he’s eligible for, how much will he and agent Mark Bartelstein demand?

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Luka Dončić says he ‘really wanted’ Walker Kessler

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Amid a busy offseason full of signings, trades and departures, the Los Angeles Lakers’ most notable addition was center Walker Kessler, whom they acquired via sign-and-trade from the Utah Jazz. Ideally, Kessler will serve as the long-term answer at center during the Luka Dončić era, a position which has eluded the Lakers since trading away Anthony Davis to acquire Dončić in February 2025. During Monday’s media day, Dončić spoke about Kessler, telling reporters he “really wanted...

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Biggest Takeaways From Celtics Media Day

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Updated Sep 29, 2:44 PM ET

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - SEPTEMBER 28: Jayson Tatum #0 and Paul George #13 of the Boston Celtics pose for photos during Boston Celtics Media Day at Auerbach Center on September 28, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) | Getty Images It was a rainy morning outside of the Auerba...

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Takeaways from the Spurs 2026 Media Day

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Updated Sep 28, 6:24 PM ET

SAN ANTONIO, TX - SEPTEMBER 28: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs speaks during San Antonio Spurs Media Day at Victory Capital Performance Center on September 28, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images) | Getty Images It’s finally that time! After a shorter offseason than ...

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Ja Morant Open to Blazers Bench Role, Emphasizes Desire to Win After Trade from Grizzlies

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Updated Sep 28, 8:48 PM ET

Ja Morant indicated on Monday that he would be open to a bench role with the Portland Trail Blazers if that's what the team felt was necessary.

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Celtics’ Paul George fires back at ‘washed’ narrative spread by haters

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Veteran star wing Paul George looks to prove his doubters wrong as he gears up for his first year with the Boston Celtics ahead of the 2026-27 campaign. George has been playing in the NBA since 2010, seeing his next chapter in the league start in Boston. The Celtics landed him this offseason after trading […] The post Celtics’ Paul George fires back at ‘washed’ narrative spread by haters appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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