NBA News · LatestTuesday, Sep 29, 2026

The Golden State Warriors' early fate practically begs for significant contributions from grizzled rookie Yaxel Lendeborg.

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Paul George said his primary goal with the Boston Celtics this season is to stay healthy, be available and show that he can still perform at the level he has throughout his career. Speaking during Celtics media day on Monday, September 28, George discussed his transition into a veteran leadership role, his excitement about joining […] The post Paul George on Celtics: “I wish I was here a lot sooner” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

A new era of Wizards basketball is upon us. And there’s a new way to follow along with your favorite team. I’m launching a Substack called Wizards Central to cover the Wizards on-site and full-time. You can visit the site using this link: https://wizardscentral.com Subscribers will get access to coverage of all 82 games, including in-person coverage of all 41 home contests and at least half of the team’s road games. Coverage will include: In-person coverage of all 41 home games and at least h...

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MAY 06: New head coach Taylor Jenkins of the Milwaukee Bucks speaks during an introductory press conference at the Milwaukee Art Museum on May 06, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) | Getty Images What’s up, Brew Hoop family. After the longest off...

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - SEPTEMBER 28: Tyler Herro #11 of the Milwaukee Bucks poses for a portrait during the Milwaukee Bucks 2026 Media Day at Froedtert & MCW Sports Science Center on September 28, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images) | Getty Images And now we get to the play...

Domantas Sabonis said he is entering the 2026-27 season with a renewed appreciation for basketball after missing most of last season because of a long-term injury. Speaking during Sacramento Kings media day on Monday, September 28, Sabonis reflected on the physical and emotional challenges of his first major injury and his excitement about returning to […] The post Domantas Sabonis: “I’m just happy to be here” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Four teams reportedly have interest in Jalen Duren as his Pistons contract standoff continues to deteriorate.

The Sacramento Kings have signed big man Viktor Lakhin to an Exhibit 10 contract. Following the NBA preseason, Lakhin is expected to join the Stockton Kings for the G League season. Lakhin played in 31 G League games last season with the Oklahoma City Blue. The 6-foot-11 forward/center averaged 10.3 points, 7.0 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.0 blocks per game.

The Atlanta Hawks filled out their training camp roster with a pair of signings. Atlanta signed forward Cam Corhen and guard/forward Kobe Johnson to Exhibit 10 contracts. Corhen went undrafted out of Pittsburgh at the 2026 NBA Draft. The 6-foot-10 forward averaged 13.6 points, 6.8 rebounds and 1.0 steals per game as a senior for the Panthers. Johnson played in 32 G League games for the College Park Skyhawks last season. The 6-foot-6 wing averaged 14.5 points, 6.6 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.6...

Despite having one of the best seasons of his career so far, last year did not end the way Luka Doncic would have wanted as a Grade 2 left hamstring strain kept him out for the end of the regular season as well as the Los Angeles Lakers’ entire postseason run. This offseason the Lakers’ […]

The best way to start the year.

White played well last season, though his poor shooting garnered most of the attention, and he hopes to address it.

Heat forward Nikola Jovic, who signed a four-year, $62.4MM rookie scale extension ahead of the 2025/26 season, had a disappointing year, battling back problems and averaging just 7.3 points on .366/.269/.683 shooting in 47 regular season appearances. As his new contract takes effect, Jovic said on Monday at the Heat’s media day that he hasn’t […]

As a key free agency deadline inches closer, the Detroit Pistons are forced to confront a frustrating Jalen Duren reality.

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Washed? Not if he’s got something to say about it

Media Day can be filled with sound bites that lack introspection, observations that aren’t particularly earth-shattering, and run-of-the-mill responses that ultimately provide little insight. But every year, there are a few hidden gems along the way that make you stop, think, and react. Maybe they’re funny. Maybe they’re unbelievably introspective. Either way, they’re part of the reason Media Day is one of my favorite events of the year. While the setting isn’t quite as personal as a media sc...

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - APRIL 07: Brice Sensabaugh #28 of the Utah Jazz warms up prior to a game against the New Orleans Pelicans of a game at Smoothie King Center on April 07, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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 Tyler Kaufman/Getty Images) | Getty Images Very few days in Utah Jazz history have made...

After eight seasons battling through the West, LeBron James says Philadelphia now faces “bully ball” in a loaded Eastern Conference.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - MARCH 14: Kevin Porter Jr. #7 of the Milwaukee Bucks reacts after a no call during the second quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on March 14, 2026 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. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images) | Getty Images All told, Kevin Porter Jr. is coming off a bette...

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