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The Golden State Warriors and Brandin Podziemski remain engaged in contract extension talks, with both sides expressing optimism about reaching an agreement before the October 19 deadline. Anthony Slater reported that negotiations are ongoing, with the Warriors also weighing the importance of preserving future salary-cap flexibility. “They’re both sides are expressing optimism. They’re still talking. […] The post Warriors and Brandin Podziemski remain optimistic on extension appeared first on...

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Ben Simmons is embracing his return to an NBA environment after spending the past year away from the game, with the Sacramento Kings guard emphasizing work, leadership and simply enjoying the opportunity to compete again. Speaking during Kings training camp on Thursday, Simmons said his body is responding well after the first few days of […] The post Ben Simmons: “The best part is I just got normal soreness now” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie has been impressed by Ben Simmons since the veteran guard joined the team, saying his experience around Simmons has been very different from what he had previously read about the former All-Star. “Nothing I read was true,” Christie said during Kings training camp on Thursday. “I really enjoy being […] The post Doug Christie on Ben Simmons: “Nothing I read was true” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

PJ Washington has embraced a leadership role since being acquired by the Dallas Mavericks in 2024. He is a respected voice in the locker room, even taking Cooper Flagg under his wing. Flagg has credited Washington for helping him adjust in his rookie year. Now, the new faces in Dallas could benefit from the hard-nosed […] The post Mavericks’ PJ Washington shares hilarious complaint about new teammates appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Portland Trail Blazers franchise is under new management, with Tom Dundon seizing control of the team from the Allen family by purchasing the team for a valuation of $4.25 billion. Dundon has then proceeded to clean house in the name of cutting costs. Kevin Calabro, the team’s play-by-play commentator from 2016 to 2026, decided […] The post Blazers fire newly hired play-by-play broadcaster after finding old racist tweets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark was rightfully frustrated about a no-call after being given a bloody mouth against the Las Vegas Aces.

A'ja Wilson is HER! The post A'ja Wilson Reminds Caitlin Clark, Fever and WNBA: This is Still Her Time appeared first on Ballislife.com.

The Lakers changed plenty this offseason. Walker Kessler already has an idea of what their new identity might be. Nasty. Defensively, anyway. Kessler came away from the Lakers’ first training camp practice feeling awfully good about what he saw, particularly from the team’s revamped group of defenders. “Listen, I think we’re gonna be a nasty […] The post Walker Kessler thinks new-look Lakers could be ‘nasty’ defensively appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Angel Reese makes sure her Atlanta Dream teammate Allisha Gray doesn't get a tech during Game 2 against the Washington Mystics

Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever already survived one elimination game against the Las Vegas Aces. Doing so twice proved to be a different story.

NBA commissioner Adam Silver said he was surprised to learn that Los Angeles Lakers controlling owner Mark Walter was preparing to sell the franchise, with the deal ultimately setting a record $12.5 billion valuation. Speaking at Puck’s In The Arena conference on Thursday, October 1, Silver said the size of the transaction was not what […] The post Adam Silver: “I did not know” Mark Walter was selling Lakers appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

LAS VEGAS — Around 10 a.m. here on Thursday, the Indiana Fever made their way to the court. A staffer implored everyone to keep it down while the head coach spoke with reporters. It was a nice try. Some players spun a prize wheel stashed in the tunnel. They chittered during pre-shootaround stretches. They clapped while they circled up. A coach had to dance because his last clap came late. Then Stephanie White, the ringmaster of the WNBA’s biggest circus, spoke to her team. A longer-than-usual mo

It's good to know JJJ has been using his voice on the court and setting the tone for the team's defense. With youth, length and strength, it would be fantastic to see this Jazz team play tough defense. submitted by /u/ClutchOlday [link] [comments]

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.