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Got sent an email for Buzzer Beater Tixs for the Wizards preseason game on Thursday. I guess this is the other side of dynamic pricing, if they do send the Buzzer Beater emails, it's been day-of game. Never seen it 2 days before a game. Then it's preseason. Range: $125 for 100 level $74.99 for 200 level $54.99 in the 300 and 400 levels. or you could wait to see what he secondary markets have, but currently on StubHub people are being slightly delusional by pricing theirs 100 level seats at $2...

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The New York Knicks officially unofficially played basketball yesterday, and I can’t be happier about an opponent’s win. As Russell said in his Scenes, we’ll give them belt when it counts, but for now, all I needed was some Orange and Blue hoops in my screen. Here’s the latest from NYK world coming off Monday’s […]

“MVP! MVP!” A 16,000-strong Gainbridge Fieldhouse erupted in chants literally every time Kelsey Mitchell visited the free-throw line in their last regular-season home game against the Minnesota Lynx. While the unparalleled support might hint at fanbase approval for their nine-year shooting guard, The Athletic contributor Sabreena Merchant recently questioned this stance.

Kara Lawson knows what it feels like to coach a team expected to win every time it steps on the court. She just spent the summer doing it with Team USA. Now Lawson is bringing those lessons back to Duke, where the expectations are rising after the Blue Devils’ breakthrough 2025-26 season. She led the […]

Jordin Canada scored 20 of her 25 points after halftime as the Atlanta Dream forced 21 turnovers and beat the New York Liberty 92-82 in Game 1 of the WNBA semifinals.

How did Lakers rookie Cameron Carr perform in his first preseason game?

Sports are cyclical. It’s very rare for a team to stay on top for a prolonged period of time, just the same as it’s rare for a team to stay in the doldrums for a long time. Smart organizations can keep championship windows open, and dumb organizations can keep shooting themselves in the foot, but in every sport, the bill eventually comes due. The second apron, an invention of the latest CBA, has been the NBA’s attempt to speed up the cycle. They don’t want teams like the Warriors spending fiv...

MINNEAPOLIS — While it wasn’t perfect, Timberwolves center Joan Beringer was fantastic in Minnesota’s preseason debut, showing the extreme promise and upside that he has, and why teammates, coaches, and fans alike are giddy with excitement regarding his development. “Feel a lot better,” said the 19-year old postgame, who totaled 12 points on 5-8 shooting […] The post Joan Beringer’s electric preseason opener provides blueprint to fixing Timberwolves’ biggest flaw appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Those who were drafted in the 2023 NBA Draft are currently eligible for rookie-scale contract extensions before the start of the 2026-27 season, and we have already seen numerous young stars agree to new deals with their respective teams. Victor Wembanyama was the first to put pen to paper on a new five-year, $252 million […] The post Predicting Brandon Miller, Cason Wallace, Brandin Podziemski rookie-scale contract extension values before 2026-27 NBA season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Josh Minott took a major step in his career last season. After spending most of his first three NBA seasons on the bench, the former second-round pick capitalized on his first extended opportunity. Minott impressed during the first half of the season with the Boston Celtics and continued to produce following a trade to the […] The post Nets trade acquisition ready to solidify long-term role after signing contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The search for Cathy Engelbert’s replacement is already underway, and the NBA has brought in Excel Search & Advisory to help find the WNBA’s next commissioner. That choice has drawn attention because Excel is part of the same sports agency that represents several WNBA stars, including Caitlin Clark, Napheesa Collier, and Arike Ogunbowale.

Golden State Valkyries star Gabby Williams continues to make her mark in the WNBA. Williams is coming off a breakout season in which she finished second in the 2026 WNBA Defensive Player of the Year voting, and she hasn’t wasted any time making her presence felt in the postseason. Williams recorded a team-high 25 points […]

Stephen Jackson says people hate to admit the uncomfortable truth as he brings up biracial backgrounds to explain why today's players don't have the same mindset as his generation.

As Anthony Davis gets closer to making his official Washington Wizards debut eight months after being acquired in a trade, his long-term future with the club remains a big question mark.

A loaded slate of October matchups offers an early look at new roster builds, key transfers and national title contenders before the regular season begins

These three questions will define the Indiana Fever's upcoming offseason.

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - SEPTEMBER 28: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics poses for photos during Boston Celtics Media Day at Auerbach Center on September 28, 2026 in Boston, 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. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) | Getty Images CHARLESTON — This time last year, Jayson Tatum was in the backg...

Steve Kerr believes he has been exceptionally fortunate to coach Stephen Curry throughout the Golden State Warriors’ historic run, praising not only the superstar’s basketball ability but also the influence he has on everyone around him. “I cannot even imagine a coach being luckier ever in the history of the game than I am to […] The post Steve Kerr on why coaching Curry is so special appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Antetokounmpo says his experience with the Heat is much different than with the Bucks

The Aces received a positive injury update on Jewell Loyd as the WNBA playoffs continue. Here's the latest.

Victor Wembanyama is reportedly limiting his media availability ahead of the 2026-27 season after the San Antonio Spurs fell short in the 2026 NBA Finals, according to Michael C. Wright of ESPN. “I’m hearing that Victor does not want to talk about what happened in the Finals,” Wright said on The Hoop Collective. “I’m hearing […] The post Victor Wembanyama limiting media access after Finals loss appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

No Offseason Newsletter 🏀 | This is The Athletic’s women’s basketball newsletter. Sign up here to receive No Offseason directly in your inbox. Morning! The Dream have a 1-0 edge on the Liberty in the semifinals, and the Valkyries lead the Aces 1-0. Play continues tomorrow. Coming up today: 3️⃣ Best playoff format? 👀 Who to watch 🏆 Wilson a sure thing? Let’s go. Playoffs: Should WNBA keep best-of-3 first round? The first round of the WNBA playoffs zoomed by. In 10 games, half of the eight-t...

Sophie Cunningham shared her belief that the WNBA break for the FIBA World Cup likely "hurt" the Indiana Fever in the playoffs.

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The statistical comps for Alex Sarr are a bit worrisome. | Getty Images During an appearance on The Sports Junkies on Tuesday morning, Washington Wizards general manager Will Dawkins said Alex Sarr will be ready for the beginning of the season. “Alex is getting really close. He’ll definitely be ready for the beginning of the season, and I anticipate he’ll play a little bit in the preseason.” Sarr, who underwent surgery to repair his fractured right foot in June, returned to five-on-five work ...