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Walker Kessler drops ‘nasty’ warning on Lakers’ perceived weakness

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Updated Sep 30, 7:41 PM ET

LOS ANGELES – Coming into training camp, there seems to be a general consensus that one of the Los Angeles Lakers’ main weaknesses is going to be defense, but don’t tell Walker Kessler that. The new Lakers big man was brought in to help anchor the defense, and during the early days of training camp […] The post Walker Kessler drops ‘nasty’ warning on Lakers’ perceived weakness appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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[GUILLORY] Kevin Durant, Amen Thompson and the 11 questions facing the Rockets this season

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With improved health and another year of experience with their young core, the Houston Rockets appear to have everything they need to rank among the top contenders in the Western Conference this season — on paper. But after back-to-back first-round playoff exits, there’s natural skepticism about whether Houston is ready to live up to expectations and take the next step as a contender. We decided to go through the key players on this season’s roster with one burning question each must answer e...

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Quentin Grimes is focused on getting back to his defensive roots

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EL SEGUNDO, CA - SEPTEMBER 28: Quentin Grimes #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers poses for a portrait during NBA Media Day on September 28, 2026 at UCLA Health Training Center in El Segundo, California. 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 Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Gett...

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Trail Blazers Sign Jaylen Martin To Exhibit 10 Deal

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The Trail Blazers have signed free agent swingman Jaylen Martin to a non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 contract, according to Joe Freeman of The Oregonian (Twitter link), who reports that Martin will be at training camp with the team on Wednesday. Martin, 22, went undrafted in 2023 after playing in the Overtime Elite league. The 6’6″ wing […]

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Two Celtics players forming close bond as training camp kicks off

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BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - SEPTEMBER 28: Payton Pritchard #11 and Mike Conley #45 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 BOSTON — At the start of Celtics practi...

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Roundtable: Which NBA team rises up? Who falls?

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - SEPTEMBER 28: (EDITORS NOTE: This image was created using a Kaleidoscope lens.) Tyrese Haliburton #0 of the Indiana Pacers poses for a portrait during NBA media day on September 28, 2026 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 (P...

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Cavs season preview: Jaylon Tyson - Is there more to uncover?

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CLEVELAND, OH - SEPTEMBER 28: Jaylon Tyson #20 of the Cleveland Cavaliers poses for a portrait during NBA media day on September 28, 2026 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Lauren Leigh Bacho/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Im...

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Southwest Notes: Harris, Mavs, Pelicans, Rockets, Grizzlies

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San Antonio wasn’t the only team with interest in veteran forward Tobias Harris this offseason, but of his potential suitors, the Spurs were the one he considered the best bet to help him achieve his top remaining goal as a player. “I have one goal that I would love to accomplish through the rest of […]

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Sean Marks reveals what will determine when Nets gets aggressive with assets

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For the third straight season, the Brooklyn Nets are projected to be one of the NBA’s worst teams. Yet the rebuilding squad is sitting on a treasure trove of assets that could be its ticket out of the league’s basement. According to General Manager Sean Marks, the Nets are waiting for the right moment to […] The post Sean Marks reveals what will determine when Nets gets aggressive with assets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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There’s finally a silver lining to the Knicks’ championship for the Sixers

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CAMDEN, NJ - SEPTEMBER 28: LeBron James #23 of the Philadelphia 76ers poses for a portrait on NBA media day on September 28, 2026 at the Philadelphia 76ers Training Complex in Camden, New Jersey. 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via...

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Practice brings reality of competition for spots, minutes

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 28: Nolan Traore #10 of the Brooklyn Nets speaks during a press conference at Brooklyn Nets Media Day at Brooklyn Nets HSS Training Center on September 28, 2026 in New York City. 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 bright lights of Media Day have been di...

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Lakers announced some changes to their coaching staff

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The roster was not the only part of the Los Angeles Lakers franchise seeing some major changes in the offseason. Of course, there is going to be a change in ownership, with Josh Kushner and Bob Iger buying the team. But the coaching staff also saw one major change, involving Bob Beyer and Greg St. […]

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Knicks Bulletin: ‘If I get a joint replacement, my career is over’

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Updated Sep 30, 12:38 PM ET

TARRYTOWN, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 28: Head coach Mike Brown of the New York Knicks speaks to the media during New York Knicks Media Day at the Knicks Training Facility on September 28, 2026 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 Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) | Getty Images Can you feel it in the air? It’s Knicks bas...

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Bucks Media Day 2026

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MILWAUKEE, WI -SEPTEMBER 28: Kasparas Jakuionis #25 of the Milwaukee Bucks poses for a portrait during NBA media day on September 28, 2026 at the Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin Sports Science Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBA...

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Knicks Waive John Konchar, N'Faly Dante; Sign Jaden Akins To Two-Way Contract; Sign Tony Bradley To Camp Deal

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The New York Knicks announced a series of transactions, as they continue tinkering with their training camp roster. New York waived John Konchar and N'Faly Dante, who had been signed to non-guaranteed camp deals. The Knicks signed Jaden Akins to a two-way deal, after signing-and-waiving him twice previously this offseason. New York also signed veteran center Tony Bradley to a training camp deal. In addition, the Knicks signed-and-waived Toby Okani. This was done in order to meet roster minimu...

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Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns Says He Looked at Milwaukee Homes on Zillow Amid Giannis Trade Rumors

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Before the New York Knicks went on one of the great playoff runs in NBA history, there was a point in the 2025-26 season when it looked like they might have to break up their core by trading Karl-Anthony Towns because the formula didn't seem to be working.

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