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SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 05: Cameron Carr #43 of the Los Angeles Lakers goes in for a slam dunk against the Sacramento Kings in the first half of the preseason game at Golden 1 Center on October 05, 2026 in Sacramento, 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. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Lake...

New Warriors guard Brandon Williams might be the answer to an issue that has cost Golden State in recent seasons.

Draymond Green seems to be very impressed with Yaxel Lendeborg's overall versatility, leading him to draw parallels with Jimmy Butler.

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 unofficia...

PORTLAND, OREGON - SEPTEMBER 28: Ja Morant #1 of the Portland Trail Blazers poses for a portrait during NBA media day at Moda Center on September 28, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. 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 GettyImages License Agreement. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images) | Getty Images The most electrifying sequence of Portland Trail Blazers Fan Fest happened in ...

Amid the off-court drama that has plagued the Portland Trail Blazers this offseason, the team is looking to take the next step in their march forward to contention. They had a surprisingly good 2025-26 campaign, finishing with a 42-40 record and even securing the seventh seed in the playoffs, and they added talent to their […] The post Blazers’ Ja Morant is already looking good in scrimmage with new teammates appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Dalton Knecht’s future with the Los Angeles Lakers appears increasingly uncertain, and Draymond Green believes the voided trade involving Mark Williams played a major role in derailing the young forward’s development. Speaking on The Draymond Green Show, the Golden State Warriors veteran discussed reports that Knecht is expected to be the odd man out as […] The post Draymond Green: ‘The Mark Williams trade ultimately ruined’ Dalton Knecht appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

After months of negotiations, Jalen Duren finally agreed to a five-year, $200 million contract with the Detroit Pistons. Despite being a rival on the court, Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green didn’t hesitate to show his support for Duren getting paid what he believes he deserves. On the latest episode of his “Draymond Green Show,” […] The post Warriors’ Draymond Green chimed in on Jalen Duren’s $200 million contract saga finally ending appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The new-look Lakers, led by Luka Doncic, are finally getting to test themselves against another team.

Golden State Warriors forward Yaxel Lendeborg has continued to impress heading into his rookie season. Lendeborg led the Warriors to the title in the Summer League in Las Vegas, winning the MVP trophy in the process. While they lost to the Los Angeles Clippers, 104-101, in the preseason on Sunday, coach Steve Kerr gave a […] The post Yaxel Lendeborg’s quality has Steve Kerr thinking big without Stephen Curry appeared first on ClutchPoints.

EL SEGUNDO, CA - SEPTEMBER 28: Collin Sexton #10 of the Los Angeles Lakers talks to the media 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 Getty ...

Indiana Fever has enjoyed one of the most passionate fanbases in the WNBA, especially in the last three seasons. But as great as the numbers have been, players have differed in their opinions about their supporters.

The Los Angeles Clippers opened their preseason campaign with a 104-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Sunday at the Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, with Keaton Wagler playing a key role in the fourth-quarter finish. The Clippers trailed 101-100 with 14 seconds remaining before Wagler knocked down a 19-foot step-back jumper to put […] The post Keaton Wagler’s late shot lifts Clippers past Warriors appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla is not reading too much into reports of strong chemistry and positive vibes around the team during training camp. Mazzulla acknowledged that the Celtics may feel good about their group right now, but he believes the real test will come when the team encounters the inevitable challenges of an […] The post Joe Mazzulla: “Every team you lead is the most together team right now” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Erik Spoelstra has gained a new appreciation for Giannis Antetokounmpo's playmaking after just a few weeks together. The Miami Heat coach compared the two-time MVP to the "great big point guard" who played for Pat Riley in the 1980s, a clear reference to Magic Johnson. Spoelstra made the remark after Saturday's 129-105 preseason win over the Toronto Raptors in Quebec City, Antetokounmpo's first preseason game with the Heat. "He makes great plays," said Spoelstra. "We knew that about him. We f...

Here is why the Warriors' preseason loss to the Clippers exposed bigger problems around Stephen Curry, their thin rotation, and a risky start.

Nikola Jokić is already doing Nikola Jokić things.

Angel Reese seemed to take aim at the Sky after winning Defensive Player of the Year, praising Atlanta for the support she says she lacked in Chicago.

Clippers wing Max Strus suffered a partial tear of the plantar fascia in his right foot and will be reevaluated in four weeks, league sources told ESPN.

We made it folks. It’s been 144 days since the last time we saw the Minnesota Timberwolves play basketball. A lot has happened in the past four months. New faces. New threads. New voices. Hell, even (technically) new owners! In what figures to be a wild season, we can finally kick off our first official game thread of the season. Commence the jiggling! Game Info Who: Minnesota Timberwolves (0-0) vs. Milwaukee Bucks (0-0) When: Monday, October 5 at 7:00 PM CT Where: Fiserv Forum — Milwaukee, W...

Gabby Williams scored 25 points and played lockdown defense in a performance that led Valkyries owner Joe Lacob to declare her the "best player in the world."

Tyrese Haliburton made his return to the Indiana Pacers’ FanJam scrimmage after more than a year away from game action, describing the experience as both exciting and encouraging as he continues his comeback from an Achilles injury. “It felt good. Felt good. Still defeated. I’ve never won a Fan Jam game,” Haliburton joked after the […] The post Tyrese Haliburton: “I’m so glad to be back” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

DeWanna Bonner's fiery halftime message spurs Dream in 92-82 win over Liberty in Game 1 of their series.

Angel Reese was named Defensive Player of the Year this week, and Sunday's performance in Game 1 showed exactly why.

Spurs free-agent acquisition Tobias Harris suffered a calf strain during camp that has him questionable for the team's Oct. 20 season opener vs. OKC.

Angel Reese received a pregame celebration after earning AP Defensive Player of the Year, while Atlanta’s “Sorry, Angel” message also honored Rhyne Howard’s AP All-WNBA Second Team recognition.

Indiana Fever general manager Amber Cox addressed media about criticism from its fanbase and defended the team against that narrative. The team is out of the postseason after a heated Round 1 battle with the Las Vegas Aces.

Throughout the 2026 season, Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell formed the best and most high-profile frontcourt tandem in the WNBA. Some recent comments have led to some speculation that Mitchell might not return to the Indiana Fever next season, but not everyone thinks that would be a wise move. After Indiana’s playoff exit this week,…

Some drama following the first round playoff series.

Caitlin Clark's college teammates handled it differently.