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Wizards Practice Notebook: Keefe says Sarr is ‘trending toward’ returning Saturday

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WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 19: Alex Sarr #20 of the Washington Wizards handles the ball against the Detroit Pistons at Capital One Arena on March 19, 2026 in Washington, DC. 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 G Fiume/Getty Images) | Getty Images WASHINGTON — Less than 14 hours after a 111-109 win over the New York Knicks to open prese...

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ANALYSIS: Frontcourt potential emerges on Long Island Nets’ roster

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Updated Oct 9, 4:03 PM ET

Like the Brooklyn Nets, whose preseason tipped off on Tuesday, the Long Island Nets’ roster is filling up ahead of training camp later this month; and also like the big club, Long Island’s frontcourt includes something the organization values in its development: positional size “I do think positional size is a factor we look at,” Nets general manager Sean Marks said at Media Day. “Sometimes size can make up for some other deficiencies.” That “factor” has quietly become just as big on Long Isl...

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Cavs season preview: Donovan Mitchell - measured in the playoffs

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DETROIT, MICHIGAN - MAY 17: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Pistons 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 Imag...

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For 2 Celtics, Thursday night was extra special

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Updated Oct 9, 3:13 PM ET

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 08: Assistant coach D.J. MacLeay of the Boston Celtics signals to his players during the second half of their preseason game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena on October 08, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Celtics defeated the Cavaliers 124-113. 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 Jason Miller/G...

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JJ Redick doubles down on Lakers as ‘championship-level’ team

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JJ Redick could have walked back the championship talk. Instead, the Lakers coach doubled down. Redick said before training camp that he believed Los Angeles could develop into a “championship-level” team this season and that, for the first time in his tenure, the roster pieces truly fit together. Speaking with Sam Amick of The Athletic, […] The post JJ Redick doubles down on Lakers as ‘championship-level’ team appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Adam Silver reveals massive financial interest in NBA Europe franchises - TalkBasket.net

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Updated Oct 9, 3:44 PM ET

NBA commissioner Adam Silver says the proposed NBA Europe competition is attracting substantial interest from potential investors, including established basketball organizations and major European soccer clubs. The NBA is working toward creating a new professional basketball league in Europe, with several of the continent’s largest cities considered potential franchise markets. During an interview with CNBC, […] The post Adam Silver reveals massive financial interest in NBA Europe franchises ...

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NBA Europe launch could be pushed back to 2028 - TalkBasket.net

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The NBA’s proposed European basketball competition could face a delay if negotiations with EuroLeague fail to produce an agreement. According to Donatas Urbonas of BasketNews, NBA Europe could begin operating in 2028 rather than 2027 if the NBA ultimately decides to establish an entirely separate competition. The league continues targeting a 2027 launch, but the […] The post NBA Europe launch could be pushed back to 2028 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Angel Reese Is Becoming the WNBA’s Biggest Nightmare

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Angel Reese continues to prove her doubters wrong, bringing elite defense, relentless energy, and star power to the Atlanta Dream. Angel Reese might be one of the most criticized players in basketball, but at some point, her haters are going to have to give her credit. The Atlanta Dream star has become one of the…

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Adam Silver confident NBA will reach agreement with EuroLeague - TalkBasket.net

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NBA commissioner Adam Silver remains optimistic that the league can reach an agreement with EuroLeague despite recent disagreements over the future of European basketball. Speaking to CNBC in Macao, where the Houston Rockets and Dallas Mavericks opened the 2026 NBA China Games, Silver dismissed suggestions that negotiations had reached a particularly difficult stage. “It’s like […] The post Adam Silver confident NBA will reach agreement with EuroLeague appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Chiney Ogwumike Makes Bold Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell Fever Claim As Drama Brews In Indy - Fadeaway World

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Chiney Ogwumike believes the Indiana Fever have something special in Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell. Her message to the front office is simple: keep them together and build a better team around them. The former WNBA star, now an ESPN analyst, made the case during a conversation with Malika Andrews, calling Clark and Mitchell the […]

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Haliburton’s 25-pound transformation since Achilles injury has him super jacked for Pacers now

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With a growing demand for more physical gameplay in the league, players are adding significant muscle mass to their bodies. Last season, it was Victor Wembanyama. This year, it is Tyrese Haliburton. The Indiana Pacers guard is back on the basketball court after missing an entire season, and he has used his recovery time to […] The post Haliburton’s 25-pound transformation since Achilles injury has him super jacked for Pacers now appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Did Kyrie Irving shut down all Mavericks trade rumors with latest Cooper Flagg take?

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As the Dallas Mavericks opened their 2026-27 NBA preseason with a 135-117 loss to the Houston Rockets on Friday in China, star guard Kyrie Irving’s recent comments about Cooper Flagg may have provided some clarity regarding his future with the franchise amid potential trade speculation. Speaking with Grant Afseth of Dallas Sports Journal, Irving praised […] The post Did Kyrie Irving shut down all Mavericks trade rumors with latest Cooper Flagg take? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Warriors owner Joe Lacob responds to angry fans hating on boring offseason full of star failures

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Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob defended the organization’s relatively quiet offseason amid criticism from fans frustrated by its inability to land another star, emphasizing the importance of continuity and avoiding unnecessary roster moves. As the Warriors continue their preseason preparations for the 2026-27 NBA campaign, Lacob addressed the franchise’s offseason approach in a recent […] The post Warriors owner Joe Lacob responds to angry fans hating on boring offseason full of star f...

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