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Following a successful offseason that saw the team land LeBron James and Jaylen Brown, the 76ers entered training camp with a purpose. The team hasn’t won a championship since 1983, and last made the Finals in 2001. The new-look squad looks to turn the tide and be a defining team in a newly strengthened Eastern […] The post ESPN gets inside scoop on Nick Nurse’s 30-minute team meeting that set tone for season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

In the modern NBA, not much remains consistent. Superstar players jump from team to team more than ever before, and role players are even less likely to remain with the same team long term. The Denver Nuggets have been the exception to this rule, as they’ve had more continuity than almost any other team over […] The post 1 Nuggets player in danger of losing starting job in 2026-27 training camp appeared first on ClutchPoints.

LeBron James has already found a way to show respect to Philadelphia 76ers legend Julius Erving before even playing his first regular-season game for the team. The veteran forward wore No. 9 during Saturday’s Blue x White Scrimmage at Xfinity Mobile Arena, despite previously wearing No. 6 as his practice number. Though he will wear […] The post LeBron James’ classy Julius Erving gesture explains 76ers practice jersey number mystery appeared first on ClutchPoints.

According to NBA reporter Marc Stein, Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski is one of the likely candidates for a contract extension this week, joining the likes of Brandon Miller in Charlotte, Anthony Black in Orlando) and Cason Wallace in Oklahoma City.

Fantasy basketball analyst Dan Titus makes the case for fading six big-name players this season.

A 4-month-old giant otter (Pteronura brasiliensis) swims at the Cali Zoo in Cali, Colombia on January 19, 2026. (Photo by Joaquín SARMIENTO / AFP via Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images Last time I checked, we were celebrating. Turns out, we’re now back to watching games take place again! Not Knicks on Friday Night, but hey, the boys can only play when they tell them to, and I won’t complain. Links and things today, quotes (probably) tomorrow. Mike Brown is actively welcoming early-season ad...

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Fantasy basketball ADP risers and fallers from Sept. 20–Oct. 4, plus preseason injury news, starting lineup battles, sleepers and draft strategy for 2026-27 fantasy hoops drafts.

Julius Erving explained why his famous “Six Million Dollar Man” nickname was financially misleading.

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Julius Randle quickly learned he’s “dealing with kids” in Egor Demin and Mikel Brown Jr. following his trade to the Brooklyn Nets. That doesn’t mean the pair of Nets lottery picks aren’t up for the arduous task ahead of them. Demin and Brown — the Nets’ highest draft selections of the Brooklyn era — are carrying […] The post How Julius Randle knows Egor Demin, Mikel Brown Jr. are ready for Nets challenge appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The rising young center figures to be a key part of Milwaukee’s core.

A weekly series giving fans a chance to sound off on the team’s biggest questions.

Christie can build off his success from last year as a deep threat to help the Mavericks in an area of need: shooting guard.

Indiana Fever GM Amber Cox revealed key offseason plans regarding Sophie Cunningham's free agency status after the 2026 postseason.

The Mavericks’ roster is stocked with forwards, which could eventually make P.J. Washington expendable, Marc Stein of The Stein Line (subscription required) writes in his latest Substack column. Stein hears that rival teams believe Dallas will consider parting with Washington at some point after an offseason roster overhaul that included the additions of former No. […]

Dillon Brooks wants to extend his NBA career for as long as possible, but the Phoenix Suns forward knows he cannot take his longevity for granted. Brooks reflected on his future and the short career window for professional basketball, emphasizing the importance of maintaining his focus after enjoying a strong 2025-26 season. “I want to […] The post Dillon Brooks focused on extending his NBA career appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Los Angeles Lakers bolstered their backcourt by signing Quentin Grimes to a four-year, $60 million contract at the start of free agency. It’s the first long-term deal that Grimes has ever signed, and he believes that added sense of stability will allow him to quickly feel at home in L.A. “Yeah, I think it […]

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The Lakers know what they have in Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves. They played well together last season, but JJ Redick has intentionally kept them apart in open gym. With a new-look roster, Redick wants to see what else this offense can do before putting his stars together. Read for free. submitted by /u/TheAthletic [link] [comments]

Giannis Antetokounmpo has quickly embraced the culture surrounding the Miami Heat, describing the experience of joining the organization as something that has made him feel “alive again.” In an exclusive interview with The Athletic’s Eric Nehm, Antetokounmpo explained what has stood out to him since arriving in Miami, pointing specifically to the team’s togetherness, communication […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo: “It’s almost like being alive again” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

These three second-round rookies could quickly outplay their two-way contract status this season.

How will Audi Crooks and Liv McGill impact Oklahoma State's chances at March Madness this year? Tune in to this week's episode to find out. The post The IX Sports Podcast College Basketball Edition: Big 12 season preview appeared first on The IX Sports.

Despite the No. 6 seed, the Indiana Fever were hoping to make a deep run in the postseason this year.

When it comes to the Golden State Valkyries, its where their entire identity lies. That was evident in their Game 3 elimination game against the Dallas Wings in the first round of the 2026 WNBA playoffs on Friday, Oct. 2.

James is heading into his 24th NBA season, and his first with the 76ers.

The Utah Jazz finally have enough talent to start winning games, perhaps even as many as 38 of them.

Swish Appeal photographer Christina Merrion captured Angel Reese’s Game 1 impact for the Dream.