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HONOLULU — The messaging around Brandin Podziemski has been clear over the first week of Golden State Warriors training camp. Teammates and coaches believe he’s playing with more confidence. They believe he’s going to take more open 3s when he gets the chance and that he’ll try to get to the foul line more this season, something the Warriors will need without Jimmy Butler (ACL rehab) on the floor. They believe he’s in better shape this year and that he’s focused, as he hopes to sign a contrac...

Derrick White acknowledged that his shooting struggles during the 2025-26 season became increasingly difficult to manage after a slow start, with the Boston Celtics guard saying he began changing parts of his shot that did not necessarily need to be adjusted. “I think I started off slow, and then it kind of messes your mind. […] The post Derrick White explains his shooting struggles last season appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Karl-Anthony Towns was willing to take a hometown discount on one condition.

Here is a Lakers trade idea that turns Jarred Vanderbilt and Jaden Hardy into the two-way starter JJ Redick still needs beside his new core.

Paige Bueckers showed her support for former teammate Tyasha Harris, who suffered a season-ending injury with the Indiana Fever.

Breanna Stewart isn’t losing sleep over the sudden wave of noise and scrutiny surrounding the WNBA. Breanna Stewart continues to prove why she’s one of the most dominant forces in basketball.

It's a positive omen entering Game 2 of the semifinals.

Indiana Fever star Kelsey Mitchell’s exit interview had the WNBA world buzzing—and it wasn’t just because she admitted she needs […]

Angel Reese, a ref and the fan reaction that followed the Dream's Game 2 win.

Klay Thompson went scoreless on Saturday in his preseason debut with the Heat, but the impact he had on the opposition’s defensive game plan served as a reminder of why Miami made him an offseason priority, writes Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald. As head coach Erik Spoelstra observed, Thompson’s defender essentially remained glued to […]

Here’s Charlotte Hornets sophomore Liam McNeeley on what his rookie year was like and what he wants to prove this season. (via Charlotte Hornets): “I mean, last year was a great experience. Getting to be on that team when we were going on that run was really special. I really liked the guys, got super […] The post Liam McNeeley: “I want to prove that I can stick in this league” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Another chance to improve awaits.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 5: Bruce Brown #1 of the New York Knicks shoots the ball during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 5, 2026 at the Xfinity Mobile Arena 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 (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images...

Although the Blazers view Scoot Henderson as a long-term piece, here are five trade ideas that could convince them to part with the former top-3 pick.

Here are three teams that could pay Anthony Davis next summer if he reaches free agency in 2027, looking for a near-max contract.

Robert Horry didn't love what he saw from Jarred Vanderbilt and Dalton Knecht against the Kings.

LeBron James sat out the Philadelphia 76ers’ preseason opener against the New York Knicks at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Monday, as he is dealing with lingering ailments entering his 24th season. Besides, the 76ers did not need James, as they easily manhandled the Knicks, 120-97. Jaylen Brown led the way with 22 points, two rebounds, […] The post Fans crushing LeBron James for laughing at side conversation when teammate tore Achilles appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Klay Thompson and Giannis Antetokounmpo find themselves in a similar situation as they navigate their first season with the Miami Heat. Having each other to lean on through the adjustment could make the transition a little easier. Thompson and Antetokounmpo have known each other for years, but this is the first time that they have […] The post Klay Thompson’s 4-year-old Giannis Antetokounmpo story had him tearing up appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Golden State Warriors fans collectively held their breath when news of a potential injury to Al Horford festered ahead of their preseason clash with the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. ESPN NBA reporter Anthony Slater reported that Horford was scratched after a knee injury. But Slater put the severity into perspective. “Left knee contusion for […] The post Al Horford injury is luckily nothing to worry about amid Kristaps Porzingis disaster appeared first on ClutchPoints.

We’ve got 4 more preseason games to figure out the back-end of the roster.

Sophie Cunningham claimed that a WNBA referee told the Indiana Fever he doesn't know the rules during a Game 3 incident with Lexie Hull and Stephanie White.

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Under the NBA’s current Collective Bargaining Agreement, the non-taxpayer mid-level exception, room exception, and bi-annual exception can all be used to acquire players via waiver claims, giving teams new ways to land other clubs’ roster casualties whose salaries don’t exceed the MLE (approximately $15MM in ’26/27) [RELATED: Values Of 2026/27 Mid-Level, Bi-Annual Exceptions] In the […]

She's not a perennial MVP or "Point Gawd," but Jackie Young is as important as any Aces player as they enter Game 2 looking to even their semifinal series against the Valkyries.

Dave Portnoy thinks LeBron James is aspiring to be the next Kawhi Leonard.

Florida remains No. 1 whether or not Denzel Aberdeen can play. Other teams with eligibility questions aren't as lucky.

The Indiana Fever already know what their offense can look like when Caitlin Clark is at the center of everything. They finished the 2026 regular season with the league’s best offense, averaging 96 points per game.

Just four games into her playing career at the Dallas Wings in 2025, China’s Li Yueru was already loving playing alongside No. 1 overall pick Paige Bueckers, so much so that the 6’7 forward briefly reflected on her time with the rookie.

After an offseason filled with drama, the NBA season is almost here

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - JANUARY 21: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder dribbles the ball against Gary Trent Jr. #5 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the first quarter at Fiserv Forum on January 21, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Mi...