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The Los Angeles Lakers are gearing up for a new season, following the departure of veteran LeBron James. Lakers star Luka Doncic likes what he sees so far from two of his new teammates. Doncic dropped their names after the team’s preseason opener against the Sacramento Kings. “We all had fun out there,” Doncic said, […] The post Luka Doncic name drops 2 new Lakers teammates for ‘inspirational’ effort in ‘fun’ preseason opener appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Sacramento Kings guard Ben Simmons has said all the right things ahead of his comeback season. Simmons signed a one-year, $3.5 million contract with the Kings, stressing that he feels great despite being away from basketball for over a year. While the two-way guard has a lot of catching up to do, the Kings could […] The post NBA fans aren’t buying insider’s Ben Simmons hype that makes 76ers comparison appeared first on ClutchPoints.

LeBron James’ body is signaling the end is near.

When LeBron James joined the Los Angeles Lakers back in 2019, the goal was obvious in returning the franchise back to its glory and winning a championship. In 2020, James would do just that as he and Anthony Davis would lead the Lakers to an NBA Championship, hoisting the Larry O’Brien Trophy and securing his […]

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The result doesn’t count, but the lessons certainly do as Phoenix begins working through its preseason growing pains.

They’ll get their run during the preseason, but will any be able to get meaningful minutes later in the year?

The rookie guard’s success or failure might dictate the season for Dallas

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - SEPTEMBER 28: Nickeil Alexander-Walker #7 of the Atlanta Hawks poses for a portrait during media day at PC&E Atlanta on September 28, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. 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 Todd Kirkland/Getty Images) | Getty Images Nickeil Alexander-Walker’s debut season with the Atlanta Hawks was one that ...

Joe Mazzulla and JJ Redick are on the rise, Ime Udoka and Nick Nurse have something to prove ... and who's No. 1?

The Washington Wizards are unlikely to be willing to sign Anthony Davis to a contract at or near the maximum, according to The Athletic. Other NBA teams widely know that Davis wants a max-level type of contract on his next deal. Davis holds a $62.8 million player option for 2027-28. If he declines it, he becomes eligible for a four-year extension through 2030-31 worth up to $275 million. Davis turns 34 in March and he has topped 62 regular-season games just once in the last eight years, which...

As the 2026-27 college basketball season ramps up, CBS Sports Director of Scouting Adam Finkelstein explores the top storylines he is tracking ahead for the 2027 NBA Draft cycle

James Harden and Jarrett Allen have played together for only part of a season. That may be good news for the Cavaliers and bad news for anyone assigned to defend their pick-and-roll. Allen averaged 15.4 points and 8.5 rebounds last season, which sounds like the Allen we’ve come to know and love. But after the […] The post Cavs’ Jarrett Allen may have another gear alongside James Harden appeared first on Hoops Wire.

“This is an MVP candidate, and there are teams that would wanna build around a franchise player like that. And so she’s available.” “She’s a plug-and-play player. She could play on any team because she just fits within systems and is a tremendous scorer. So Kelsey has a big decision ahead of […] The post Fever Get Bad Kelsey Mitchell Update Before 2027 WNBA Free Agency appeared first on HEAVY.

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - MAY 17: Jarrett Allen #31 of the Cleveland Cavaliers shoots the ball against the Detroit Pistons during the first half in Game Seven of the Second Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena on May 17, 2026 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Im...

Three moves that the Indiana Fever need to make in the 2027 WNBA offseason to improve next season, including re-signing Kelsey Mitchell.

After Minott arrived in a trade last season and got a two-year, $9 million extension, he’s still as hungry as ever.

Angel Reese’s third WNBA season has taken her somewhere she had never been before. The Atlanta Dream star has won Defensive Player of the Year and reached the WNBA semifinals for the first time.

Charles Barkley calls NBA stars selfish for sitting out games.

Cedric Ceballos ranked Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant ahead of LeBron James while calling LeBron the greatest all-around player he’s seen.

The Washington Wizards signed big man Skal Labissiere to an Exhibit 10 contract. Washington also waived guard Jazian Gortman, who was recently signed to an Exhibit 10 deal. Labissiere and Gortman are expected to join the Capital City Go-Go for the upcoming G League season. Labissiere spent most of last season the Go-Go, around one 10 Day callup to the Wizards. The 6-foot-10 center averaged 19.5 points, 7.6 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.8 blocks. Labissiere also hit for 55/41/84 shooting splits.

The Orlando Magic signed and waived forward Mike Sharavjamts and guard Johnell Davis. Both players were signed to Exhibit 10 contracts. Sharavjamts and Davis are now expected to join the Osceola Magic for the upcoming G Leage season. Sharavjamts went undrafted out of South Carolina at the 2026 NBA Draft. The 6-foot-9 forward averaged 10.9 points, 5.6 rebounds and 2.3 assists as senior for the Gamecocks last season. Davis spent last season with the G League Magic. In 33 games, the 6-foot-4 gua...

The Sixers erased a 3-1 deficit, added Jaylen Brown and LeBron, and left me to watch all of it from Boston. Am I cursed?

Denver still has Jokić, but everything around him feels shakier

My favorite Big East prospects entering the year for the 2027 NBA Draft, from Braylon Mullins to Luigi Suigo to Nolan Minessale and so many more.

BRIGHTON, MA - SEPTEMBER 15: Mike Conley #45 of the Boston Celtics speaks to the media during a press conference on September 15, 2026 at The Auerbach Center in Brighton, Massachusetts. 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 Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images C...

Under normal circumstances, New York Knicks coach Mike Brown would have encouraged his players to make their way back to the area in August. It normally would have been the time to get everyone together for the first time since the previous season, to start the work before the work. These, however, weren’t normal circumstances. The Knicks — yes, the Knicks — won the NBA championship. “For them to be able to take a mental break and fill their cup, however that may be, whether cigars, no cigars...

HOUSTON — During his first news conference as Houston Rockets head coach, Ime Udoka plainly laid out his plan to bring winning basketball to the franchise. “You know what wins. Everybody knows. It’s no secret formula to it,” Udoka said in April 2023, shortly after he was hired. “Defense wins. Obviously, team basketball. And using the strengths of the players.” He didn’t come in claiming to be a miracle worker. He just knew what it took to change the culture around a franchise. And he did just...

Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever may already be out of the championship picture, but the debate over their influence on the WNBA is showing no signs of slowing down. This time, the conversation shifted toward playoff attendance after the Atlanta Dream welcomed the New York Liberty for Game 1 of their semifinal series.

galecophoto/Depositphotos Fever players share their side of the fan debate The Indiana Fever’s season is over, but debate surrounding the team’s fanbase continued after their first-round playoff loss to the Las Vegas Aces. Indiana general manager Amber Cox defended the fanbase, while Kelsey Mitchell described difficulties involving some fans and Brianna Turner publicly challenged Cox’s…