Basketball News · LatestYesterday, Oct 5, 2026

Just five minutes into the preseason opener against the Knicks on Monday, 76ers backup center Ariel Hukporti suffered a right leg injury, causing him to leave the game.

Here's the full WNBA schedule for Oct. 4, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.

Cole Anthony has opened up about the difficult reality of playing in the NBA, acknowledging how the business side of the league can affect a player’s relationship with basketball. Speaking on The Hoop Collective podcast, Anthony said entering the NBA made him realize that professional basketball is not solely about the game itself. “When you […] The post Cole Anthony on losing joy in NBA appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Indiana Fever lost to the Las Vegas Aces in three games in the first round of the WNBA Playoffs, and Sophie Cunningham has now provided a new reason why. The 2026 WNBA season ended in disappointment for the Indiana Fever after their loss against the Las Vegas Aces.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 10: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks dribbles the ball during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers during Round Two Game Four of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 10, 2026 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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...

Brandin Podziemski is about to enter his fourth season with the Golden State Warriors. However, many critics are still questioning the team’s direction heading into the season, especially regarding retaining the guard this offseason. Warriors superstar Stephen Curry offered honest insights into the team’s backcourt development and what Podziemski brings to the floor. “Same player, […] The post Stephen Curry gives honest take on Brandin Podziemski appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Milwaukee Bucks could have two valuable trade assets in their frontcourt, with Myles Turner and Kel’el Ware potentially drawing interest from NBA contenders during the 2026-27 season. Kevin O’Connor of Yahoo Sports reported that executives around the league are already viewing Milwaukee as a team that could be targeted because of its combination of […] The post Myles Turner, Kel’el Ware emerge as potential trade targets appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr is embracing the team’s future now that the team is actually in a position of need. With the Warriors needing all the offensive production they can get amid injuries to Jimmy Butler and Kristaps Porzingis, two of the team’s best scorers alongside Stephen Curry, Kerr is opting to […] The post Warriors’ Draymond Green shares sobering thoughts on his changing role appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Here’s another early look at the 2027 NBA Draft. Kansas freshman Tyran Stokes remains at the top, though there’s an entire college season ahead for him and everyone else on this list. The team order is projected. We won’t know the actual lottery order until next spring, and trades could change who owns these picks. […] The post 2027 NBA mock draft: Tyran Stokes leads updated first-round projection appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Four-time All-Star Trae Young remains open to the possibility that he could return to the Hawks near the end of his career.

Utah Jazz head coach Will Hardy was encouraged by his team’s first preseason performance, highlighting the ball movement, ball security and defensive effort following Sunday’s 109-97 win over the Denver Nuggets. “I thought there were a lot of things that we did pretty well in the game,” Hardy said. “Obviously, there’s tons to clean up, […] The post Will Hardy praises Jazz ball movement and Darryn Peterson’s poise appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Spurs returned to the court for the first time since the NBA Finals in June.

As the season gears up for the Dallas Mavericks, the role and future of Dallas forward P.J. Washington are uncertain. Washington joined the team in a trade with the Hornets in the 2023-2024 season and has been a key piece of the squad ever since, but could his days in Dallas be numbered? New Dallas […] The post Mavericks rumors: Masai Ujiri loves P.J. Washington, but trade buzz still persists appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Rui Hachimura enjoyed an encouraging first game with the Los Angeles Clippers, scoring 21 points in a 104-101 preseason victory over the Golden State Warriors in Honolulu on Sunday. Hachimura shot 8-of-11 from the field and 4-of-5 from three-point range, showing the offensive aggression that Tyronn Lue wants from him as he adjusts to his […] The post Rui Hachimura embraces aggressive role with Clippers appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Angel Reese took a dig at her former team, the Chicago Sky, after being named the 2026 WNBA Defensive Player of the Year. Angel Reese was named the Defensive Player of the Year right before the Atlanta Dream’s Game 1 clash in the Semifinals of the WNBA Playoffs.

The Bulls have plenty of new faces, but the pairing they may be most eager to see belongs to Matas Buzelis and rookie Caleb Wilson. Buzelis isn’t shy about the possibilities. “He’s been incredible,” Buzelis said of Wilson, via Joe Cowley of the Chicago Sun-Times⁠. “Of course he’s got a lot to prove, so do […] The post Bulls see something ‘dangerous’ in Matas Buzelis-Caleb Wilson pairing appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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.