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Dalton Johnson shares his observations from Day 3 of Golden State Warriors training camp in Hawaii.

Kelsey Mitchell and Caitlin Clark carried the Fever far this season, but the ride came to an end on Thursday.

The Wizards recorded only 17 victories in 2025-26 — their second-fewest in single-season franchise history — before winning the No. 1 overall pick and drafting Dybantsa.

Jake LaRavia is one of the few Lakers wings who survived the roster overhaul, which gives his read on the defense some weight. Asked how the group looks different beyond the addition of Walker Kessler, he did not hedge. “We got some problems this year,” LaRavia said in a press conference. “We got a lot […] The post Lakers’ Jake LaRavia sends bold warning about LA’s defense appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Ziaire Williams, after spending two seasons with the rebuilding Brooklyn Nets, will get a chance to play competitive basketball this season for the Los Angeles Lakers after signing a veteran minimum contract this offseason. Considering that the Lakers are in dire need of some help on the wings following the departures of LeBron James, Rui […] The post Ziaire Williams opens up on real comfort level with Lakers role appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Ben Simmons knows exactly why that clip traveled. Days into his first training camp with the Kings, and his first in nearly 18 months, the veteran guard was asked about the airballed three from practice that spread across social media this week. He pointed out the selection bias at work. “I airballed one, and one […] The post Kings’ Ben Simmons speaks out on airball everyone is talking about appeared first on ClutchPoints.

After a one-year absence, Ben Simmons is back on the court after signing a one-year, $3.5 million deal with the Sacramento Kings. Simmons will have to shake off a lot of rust after taking an extended break from basketball to recover from chronic ailments. He said he is confident that he can regain his prime […] The post Kings’ Ben Simmons puts ESPN, other media on blast for ‘false narratives’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Boca Raton, FL – As the Miami Heat are starting a new era led by Giannis Antetokounmpo, another star added to the team in the offseason came in the form of four-time NBA champion Klay Thompson. With Thompson going through his first Heat training camp at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) this week, he also reunites […] The post Exclusive: Andrew Wiggins talks new-look Heat with Giannis, reuniting with Klay Thompson appeared first on ClutchPoints.

For the second consecutive year, the Las Vegas Aces ended the Indiana Fever’s season.

Although the Golden State Warriors fell short of adding superstars, franchise rookie Yaxel Lendeborg is embracing a big role with his team. Lendeborg opened up about his role this upcoming season in a conversation with veteran Draymond Green. “I just want to be able to crack rotation, play meaningful minutes, be able to be somebody […] The post Yaxel Lendeborg talks about his role with the Warriors appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

NBA insiders reveal their thoughts on the Lakers' superstar Luka Doncic's physical transformation heading into training camp.

The Trail Blazers hired then on the same day fired Braiden Bell as their play-by-play announcer after a series of inappropriate social media posts from when he was a teenager came to light.

The Indiana Fever were eliminated by the Las Vegas Aces in the WNBA playoffs. What does an early exit mean for the future of coach Stephanie White?

Guard Sophie Cunningham returned to the Fever on a one-year deal. She will now be an unrestricted free agent.

So, does this hype train have brakes, or what?

A'ja Wilson made sure her basketball spoke for itself Thursday night, as the four-time WNBA MVP scored 36 points to lead the defending champion Las Vegas Aces to a 94-83 victory over the Indiana Fever in the deciding Game 3 of the first round.

LAS VEGAS -- The Aces defeated the Fever, 94-83, in a WNBA game at Michelob ULTRA Arena on October 1, 2026, and The Sporting Tribune's Paige Kuwata was there to capture the following Images.

Take a look at all the dates, times, locations and TV coverage for the divisional series in Major League Baseball.

Nets rookie Mikel Brown Jr. has returned to limited practice after a left ankle injury, but he is not yet cleared for contact.

The series finale between the Las Vegas Aces and the Indiana Fever was always going to be close, and as emotions rose in Q2, Fever head coach Stephanie White was handed a $500 fine. White wasn’t too impressed with a controversial call against Lexie Hull, and her immediate reaction caused her to make her way onto the court.

Clark's third season ends without a playoff win to her name. What does that mean for the Fever?

The Mavericks are expected to retain Moussa Cisse through October 1, guaranteeing the remainder of his $2,185,116 salary for the 2026/27 season, according to Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News (Twitter link). Cisse’s contract, which was initially non-guaranteed, became partially guaranteed for $1,092,558 when he stayed on Dallas’ roster through Sept. 1. A 6’11” […]

EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 28: Cameron Carr #43 of the Los Angeles Lakers during Los Angeles Lakers Media Day at UCLA Health Training Center on September 28, 2026 in El Segundo, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) | Getty Images Praise has been heaped in bundles to countless Lakers win throughout the first days of training camp. A new name was added to the mix on Monday and is one Lakers fans will likely be excited to hear about. While head coach JJ Redick admitted he’s stil...

Steph Curry is entering his 18th NBA season. In an interview with ABC7 News Bay Area, the 38-year-old revealed who has been the toughest defender he’s ever faced throughout his career. Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry reacts on the court during the second half of a game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center in...

The Detroit Pistons agreed to a new five-year contract worth $200 million with center Jalen Duren on Thursday, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.

Duren's extension links him to the Pistons for five more years and takes a high-risk gamble of accepting a one-year qualifying offer off the table.

All-NBA center Jalen Duren has agreed to a five-year, $200 million fully guaranteed contract to return to the Detroit Pistons, agent Chafie Fields told ESPN's Shams Charania.

Caitlin Clark and Brianna Turner received double technical fouls in Game 3 of the first-round playoff series between the Las Vegas Aces and Indiana Fever.

After creating an opening on their training camp roster by waiving Peter Suder, the Bulls have signed Isaiah Stevens to fill that 21st spot, the team announced this evening (Twitter link). While the terms of Stevens’ agreement were not disclosed, he likely signed a non-guaranteed training camp deal featuring Exhibit 10 language. If he’s waived […]

Victor Wembanyama made his stance on sports betting very clear. On Thursday, the Spurs superstar spoke to reporters at training camp and answered whether he’d ever sign a deal with...