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Isolation creation isn’t at the heart of Collins’ game. Still, he could help vary the Pistons’ attack. “I’m trying to use my versatility to play off of (Cunningham),” Collins said during training camp. “I pride myself on trying to get a lot of easy buckets. I feel like Cade is a great playmaker, obviously a great basketball player coming off a great year. “(I’m) just trying to … give him another guy who can create and playmake with him on the floor, as well.” The Pistons hope that Collins can...

The Sacramento Kings have waived guard Sean East II and the big man Viktor Lakhin. East and Lakhin had been signed to Exhibit 10 contracts earlier in the offseason. Both East and Lakhin are expected to join the Stockton Kings for the upcoming G League season. Sacramento's roster now stands at 19 players. The Kings have Leaky Black, Tristen Newton and Elrid Payton on the roster on camp deals. Sacramento has one open standard roster spot and one open two-way roster spot.

INGLEWOOD, CA - APRIL 7: Max Christie #00 of the Dallas Mavericks looks on during the game against the LA Clippers on April 7, 2026 at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, 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 Tyler Ross/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The Dallas Maver...

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 18: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball during the game against the Detroit Pistons on January 18, 2025 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Imag...

MIAMI, FL - MARCH 12: Kel'el Ware #7 of the Miami Heat drives to the basket during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on March 12, 2026 at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida. 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 Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Kel’el Ware i...

If all of the big moves the Washington Wizards have made pay off, they could be a dark horse coming out of the East.

“I think everybody’s used to seeing the Warriors in a certain style of light,” Melton said. “I think this year, we want to kind of get that grit. One of Vogel’s sayings is, ‘Our defense is gonna have teeth.’ So, I think that’s a testament of how we’re gonna play. We’re gonna play aggressive, we’re gonna play hard, and we’re gonna try to disrupt the ball as much as possible. … You guys are about to see a different style of Warriors basketball.” If Sunday’s first preseason game is any indicatio...

The Panthers head into a much needed bye week with head held high

After seven years of professional basketball, Jon Elmore has finally earned his first NBA training camp invitation with San Antonio.

Sunday, October 4, was my official kick off into the new season of the San Antonio Spurs. From noon until 3pm, the organization held the second annual Gregg Popovich Coach the Coaches Clinic. Organized in part through the Positive Coach Alliance, they held a quick ice breaker before introducing Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson. Johnson spoke about the values of the program and the importance of sharing knowledge. He spoke of the inspiration behind the event, Gregg Popovich. While Johnson was sp...

From on-court schemes to a private team dinner to an attempt at divine intervention, here's what happened in LeBron's first camp with the 76ers.

If preseason "vibes" are important, the Los Angeles Lakers are already one of the best teams in the league.

After spending so much of Stephen Curry's tenure in the NBA's elite tier, the Golden State Warriors have backtracked into the league's dreaded midsection.

“It’s a balance,” WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert said back in 2024, when Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese entered the league and helped usher in an unprecedented wave of attention around the WNBA. Their college rivalry followed them to the pros, with both quickly becoming major draws, but three years later, the question of who has truly driven that growth remains.

Winning basketball games would have remained Michael Jordan's top priority.

Tomi Lahren mocks WNBA players for their double standards.

Angel Reese knew she could be Defensive Player of the Year. She already spoke it into existence.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 22: Fred Vanvleet #5 of the Houston Rockets speaks with the media during the Houston Rockets Media Day at Hilton Americas-Houston on September 22, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images) | Getty Images As the Houston Rockets headed into the 2025-2026 season, the biggest question is how Kevin Durant will fit with his new team. The Rockets made the biggest move of that offseason when they traded Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks for the future Hal...

Adou Thiero has caught Luka Doncic’s attention ahead of his second season with the Los Angeles Lakers, with the Slovenian star noticing a significant change in the young forward’s game. Doncic believes the Lakers have several players who are not receiving much attention entering the new campaign. He expects the team’s recent additions in particular […] The post Luka Doncic reacts to Adou Thiero’s progress appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

For the first time in Brooklyn Nets history, the franchise held ‘Nets Fest’ at the Major Owens Community Center in Brooklyn. In the past, fans celebrated the upcoming NBA season at ‘Practice In The Park’, but the Nets came up with a new idea for this year: a full on festival. The goal? Celebrate all things Brooklyn Nets and honor the history of the franchise, as well as get excited for the future. NetsDaily was on hand for the first event of its kind. This festival saw everything from face pa...

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Tarik Biberovic believes he has reached the right point in his career to leave European basketball and begin his NBA journey with the Dallas Mavericks. The 25-year-old spent eight years with Fenerbahce before making the move to Dallas, arriving with significant EuroLeague experience and a championship on his resume. Asked why he decided to leave […] The post Tarik Biberovic explains why he left Fenerbahce for NBA appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Tarik Biberovic is learning a different system after moving from Fenerbahce to the Dallas Mavericks, but the rookie does not believe the basketball itself has changed significantly. After spending eight years in Turkey, Biberovic is now adapting to the faster NBA pace and unfamiliar terminology during his first training camp with Dallas. “It’s a new […] The post Tarik Biberovic discusses adjusting to Mavericks system appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Tarik Biberovic understands that his shooting ability alone will not be enough to secure regular playing time with the Dallas Mavericks. The former Fenerbahce wing built a reputation as a strong perimeter shooter in Europe, but he is focused on showing Dallas that he can contribute in several other areas. “To stay on the court, […] The post Tarik Biberovic details what he must do for Mavericks minutes appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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.