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WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 30: Shakira Austin #0 of the Washington Mystics drives to the basket against DeWanna Bonner #24 of the Atlanta Dream during the first half of game two of the first round of the WNBA playoffs at CareFirst Arena on September 30, 2026 in Washington, DC. 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 Scott Taetsch/Getty...

The Bulls have made a pair of moves, waiving Marquel Sutton and signing Jalen Bridges, the team announced (via Twitter). Sutton, a 6’7″ forward who played for LSU last season, signed with Chicago on Saturday after playing Summer League with the Kings, with whom he averaged 8.8 points and 4.8 rebounds on .512/.389/.800 shooting over […]

JJ Redick acknowledged something he hadn’t planned to divulge. When asked how different it feels being in his third year as an NBA coach than his first, he opened up.  “I probably shouldn’t admit this,” Redick said at Lakers practice Wednesday, “but early in my coaching career I felt like I was cosplaying a little...

But in need of an on-ball scorer, floor raiser and experience, the Nets are confident Julius Randle is the right sort of veteran to guide their youngsters.

Tyrese Maxey thought he knew what Jaylen Brown was. After xix seasons of guarding him, a seven-game playoff series against him last spring, and countless nights game-planning around him had built a fairly complete picture. Then the Philadelphia 76ers traded for him, and a few days of sharing a practice floor corrected the whole thing. […] The post 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey gets 100% real on ‘freak’ Jaylen Brown being different appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Sep 22, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant poses for a picture during media day at Hilton Americas hotel. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect We are three weeks away from opening night for the Rockets, when they open their season at against Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving and the Dallas Mavericks. It seems hard to believe, but the day is fast approaching. I thought now would be a good time to ask what your expectations are for t...

The WNBA playoffs continue on Wednesday night with another pair of Game 2s with eliminations on the line.

The Mavericks are entering an exciting year now that Kyrie Irving is set to play alongside Cooper Flagg for the first time. They also have a new, first-time NBA head coach in Dusty May, who has hit the ground running but isn’t rushing the important decisions. While Flagg and Irving represent two clear starters, May […]

Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch made his opinion on flopping perfectly clear heading into the 2026-27 season.

Coach JJ Redick is getting what he wished for during the early portion of the Lakers’ training camp.

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Austin Reaves believes the Los Angeles Lakers can make significant strides defensively this season after the team added several players known for their defensive ability during the offseason. Speaking to reporters at Lakers training camp on Wednesday, Reaves highlighted Matisse Thybulle and Ziaire Williams in particular after facing them during the first few practices. “Trying […] The post Austin Reaves: “Defensively, we’re gonna be much better” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Michael Porter Jr. was just as honest in his self-evaluation, admitting he has more to prove to get the kind of contract he wants from Brooklyn.

Austin Reaves was asked what he has learned from playing alongside Walker Kessler at Lakers practice on Wednesday. He began waxing poetic about Kessler’s care factor — before abruptly cutting himself off. Reaves lost his train of thought.  Something stunning caught his eye. He came to a full stop. He had to acknowledge it.  Los...

It may have seemed surprising that Bradley Beal chose to re-sign with the Clippers this summer. Gone are Ivica Zubac, James Harden and Kawhi Leonard, as well as any chance to compete. The Clippers were embroiled in the salary cup circumvention scandal, which led to them being stripped of five first-round draft picks, the franchise...

"A Game 3, the amount of pressure and tension that has built up at that point, I throw everything out the door,” Aces coach Hammon said.

Enes Kanter jumped back into spotlight after watching Wilson's heated exchange with a fan.

Tacko Fall has a legitimate opportunity to stick with the 76ers. Now he has an early training-camp obstacle to overcome. Fall experienced hip soreness during Wednesday’s practice and was scheduled to be evaluated before Thursday’s session, according to Justin Grasso of The Sixer Sense. Coach Nick Nurse described the issue as a “hip thing,” though […] The post Tacko Fall suffers hip injury while fighting for Sixers two-way spot appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Dallas Wings forward Jessica Shepard has won the 2026 Most Improved Player award, the WNBA announced on Wednesday.

Coming off a career year, Tyrese Maxey said he doesn't want to be judged by how he does individually but by how the 76ers do as a team this year.

Indiana Fever guard Tyasha Harris has been sidelined for the season after suffering a broken left fibula in the team’s last regular-season game. However, she has kept the crusade running on social media to support her team against the defending champions.

Jalen Duren has until 11:59 p.m. ET on Thursday to determine his immediate future with the Detroit Pistons, with two significantly different contractual options available. The center can accept Detroit’s fully guaranteed five-year, $200 million proposal or sign a one-year qualifying offer worth $9.6 million, which would allow him to enter unrestricted free agency next […] The post Jalen Duren faces major financial decision ahead of Thursday deadline appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Detroit Pistons have sent a fully guaranteed five-year, $200 million contract offer to center and restricted free agent Jalen Duren.

The Washington Wizards' reported reluctance to consider trading Anthony Davis could apparently change if the Detroit Pistons decide to shop Jalen Duren.

Tom Haberstroh & Dan Devine break down the offseason and react to the biggest news out of NBA media days.

Dan Titus takes you through how to navigate your Yahoo High Score fantasy basketball league.

Aces star A'ja Wilson will not face any further discipline over her confrontation with a fan during Tuesday's Game 2 against the Fever, a source told ESPN.

Giannis Antetokounmpo says his first training camp with the Miami Heat has so far been "everything that I expected and more."

El Segundo, CA, - September 28, 2026: Los Angeles Lakers forward Jake LaRavia speaks during a press conference during the team's media day at the UCLA Health Training Center on Monday, Sept. 28, 2026 in El Segundo, CA. (Eric Thayer / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) The second half of 2025-26 was very unkind to Jake LaRavia. After shooting 35.3 percent from deep through Jan. 15, he made just 27.9 percent of his 3s over the final 43 games. In the postseason, his playing time dwindled from 2...

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...