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Is it too early to get excited about Walker Kessler? We know that he’s an elite rebounder and rim protector. But so far, there’s something about him that just, well, feels like the type of thing that can really tip a franchise in the right direction. He’s a personality guy. Los Angeles Lakers center Walker...

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With Steve Kerr switching up the Warriors' offensive identity, Stephen Curry offers an explanation on how it works.

An extremely rare Kobe Bryant Los Angeles Lakers jersey from one of his five championship runs is going up for auction, and here’s how fans can win the piece of NBA Finals history. The Realest announced the upcoming auction, marking the second time this jersey has become available. The jersey, which is from the 2003-04 […] The post Rare Kobe Bryant Lakers jersey with 1-of-a-kind NBA Finals twist predicted to land multi-million dollar return at auction appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Here’s Milwaukee Bucks head coach Taylor Jenkins on bringing in TJ Ford as an assistant coach for 2026-27 (2003 No. 8 pick by the Bucks/previously spent time working together with Austin Toros/Toros now called the Spurs). (via Milwaukee Bucks): “Special relationship with TJ. He’s built to be in this environment. He’s built to coach. He’s […] The post Taylor Jenkins: TJ Ford’s built to coach appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 18: Brayden Burries #0 of the Milwaukee Bucks drives to the basket during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on July 18, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion 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 Stephen Greathouse/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE...

DALLAS, TX - SEPTEMBER 25: Caleb Martin #16 of the Dallas Mavericks poses for a portrait during NBA media day on September 25, 2026 in Dallas, Texas at American Airlines Center. 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 Glenn James/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images NBA veteran ...

The New York Knicks are just days away from beginning their championship defense, but a frustrating roster reality may be creeping in.

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PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 17: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns reacts to referee Scott Foster #48 after being fouled by Draymond Green (not pictured) of the Golden State Warriors during the second half of an NBA play-in tournament game at Mortgage Matchup Center on April 17, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Warriors 111-96. 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 ...

After a promising start to the Lakers' training camp, insider Jovan Buha shared some promising takeaways.

A rare, No. 8 jersey worn by Kobe Bryant during the Los Angeles Lakers' 2004 NBA playoff run has officially hit the auction block.

But in a side-by-side comparison of the next five years, Duren would make just $1.2 million less by signing the qualifying offer than by heading elsewhere on a four-year max, compared to staying in Detroit on this current offer. Duren seems confident he’ll be able to make back nearly all of the long-term money that he’d miss out on this season by not accepting the $200 million deal. If Duren went that route, it would be clear that this falling-out was never just about the finances. As far as ...

The conversation that followed with The Athletic was 11 years in the making. From the moment he arrived in Minnesota as the No. 1 pick in 2015, Towns had spoken about what winning a championship would mean to him and his family. He endured slander and accrued scars along the way. That only made the triumph more satisfying. “The ability to celebrate and rejoice and have that joy of a kid without being judged,” Towns told The Athletic. “And also just the freedom of being able to really talk you...

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Russell was released last week by the Grizzlies months after a July trade from the Wizards.

As training camps get underway across the league, Bobby Marks examines roster, contract and fit questions for all 30 teams.

What could Justin Champagnie do if he gets steady minutes and a meaningful role? It might take a trade to find out. | Getty Images Back in May, I asked if the end of the tanking era would usher in minutes for Justin Champagnie. My thinking on Champagnie hasn’t changed, but my answer has. Which is to say, I still think Champagnie is an average NBA player, and that if the Wizards hold an open competition for forward minutes, he might just take minutes from more ballyhooed teammates. But while t...

Everyone who has dealt with NBA rookie Cameron Boozer has come away impressed.

SAN ANTONIO, TX -SEPTEMBER 28: Stephon Castle #5, De'Aaron Fox 34 and Dylan Harper #2 of the San Antonio Spurs pose for photos 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 The GQ Hype a...

Domantas Sabonis and the Sacramento Kings seem ready to go their separate ways. The Toronto Raptors can help give both of them what they want.

V.J. Edgecombe impressed with his vocal leadership on the first day of the 76ers' training camp.

BOSTON — Jayson Tatum spent part of his Media Day press conference on Monday recounting how much he learned from Paul George on his basketball journey. He saw George thriving with a similar build, so he pulled from George’s style and emulated his mannerisms. As he looked back on those childhood memories, he looked up and saw George (wearing the No. 13 he acquired in a trade from Ron Harper Jr.) awaiting his own interview. They embraced as George approached the podium. “As you get older in thi...

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson candidly reflected on his career trajectory at Monday's media day, acknowledging he has fallen short of expectations despite entering his eighth NBA season. "I'm not where I want to be," said Williamson. Williamson offered a similarly direct assessment when asked to explain. "I'm just not where I need to be," said Williamson. "(I'm) not where I want to be." Williamson's comments come as he and the Pelicans organization express confidence in a new a...

I know you’re tired of reading about Amen Thompson’s jump shot. The Houston Rockets aren’t immune to the usual offseason fare. Everyone’s stronger, everyone’s got the right mindset, and most importantly, everyone has improved their jump shot. Until the season starts and it becomes apparent that some players have regressed. How is that possible? They spent all summer posting video footage of themselves beating non-NBA players in empty gym drills! Cynicism aside, there’s reason to be optimistic...

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Someone at Celtics media day did the math, and nobody involved enjoyed the result. Mike Conley was drafted fourth overall in 2007, and his rookie teammate Chris Cenac Jr. was born four months later. Cenac heard it first and refused to accept the premise. “I thought it was longer, actually,” the rookie told the press. […] The post Celtics guard Mike Conley Jr.’s ‘outrageous’ reaction to age gap with teammate appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Spurs ended the Thunder’s season. They’re not going to consume their offseason, too. Oklahoma City lost Game 7 of the Western Conference finals to San Antonio after also losing the regular-season series. But coach Mark Daigneault says the Thunder aren’t redesigning themselves specifically to solve Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs. There’s a fairly obvious […] The post Thunder aren’t building their team just to beat the Spurs appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Collin Sexton believes the Los Angeles Lakers were missing energy and impact from their bench last season, and he sees that as an area where he can make a difference after joining the team this summer. Sexton addressed his role during Lakers media day, explaining that his focus will not be limited to scoring. The […] The post Collin Sexton on what Lakers missed last season: “The bench” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.