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NBAHere is a blockbuster trade idea that sends Karl-Anthony Towns to the Pelicans while the Knicks land a huge package of players and picks.
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...
Kessler is yet to suit up, but that should change soon.
Tyrese Haliburton says he wishes his relationship with Damian Lillard could be repaired after the Pacers star stole Lillard's Dame Time celebration during the 2023 in-season tournament.
NBACan Donovan Mitchell be the best player on a championship team?
The NBA is pushing back on reports that the second-apron cap rules are having a negative impact on the non-superstar players.
NBAStephen A. Smith predicts LeBron James will win his fifth championship with Philadelphia but still rank behind Michael Jordan.
The Lakers’ best interest no longer involve Jeanie Buss. But she doesn’t seem to care.
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...
Joel Embiid has one simple question: Why me?
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...
Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving is excited to begin playing alongside Cooper Flagg ahead of the 2026-27 season.
NBAJJ 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.
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 ...
NBAThe 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.
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.
NBAThe Detroit Pistons reportedly could have their sights set on adding a dynamic and accomplished guard to play alongside Cade Cunningham.
NBAPut Antetokounmpo on the team that played at the fastest pace in the league last season and good things will happen.
NBAHere are five reasons the Lakers should be worried despite their 2-1 preseason record, with big problems already showing up before the season.
The Los Angeles Lakers honored legendary public-address announcer Lawrence Tanter
Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant was apparently taken by surprise when his former teammate Russell Westbrook announced his retirement from the NBA this August.
NBAWith 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.
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.
NBAGolden 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...
Before signing a five-year, $200 million contract with the Detroit Pistons last week, All-Star center Jalen Duren reportedly took issue with how he was being characterized during negotiations.
NBA“This camp has been extremely physical, because the young guys are fighting for positions. I thought last year, it was a really good camp, but there were a lot of guys that had roles that we knew they were going to have,” Adelman said. “This is a lot different. The back end of the rotation is up for grabs. You can feel it.” Possible paywall, link worked and allowed me to read the article. submitted by /u/Kingrush24 [link] [comments]
NBAHere are three realistic outcomes for the Cavaliers in 2026-27, from an NBA Finals appearance to a disappointing first-round playoff exit.
NBAThe Los Angeles Lakers moved to 2-1 in preseason action on Thursday night with a win over the Sacramento Kings. A dominant second quarter all but secured the win — despite a late comeback effort from the Kings — with head coach JJ Redick deploying something close to a real nine-man rotation. Luka Doncic and […]
NBAJeanie Buss, sports executive, controlling owner, and President of the Los Angeles Lakers, is seen during the Slovenia national basketball team training session ahead of the FIBA EuroBasket in Katowice, Poland, on August 27, 2025. (Photo by Marcin Golba/NurPhoto via Getty Images) | NurPhoto via Getty Images “Our focus has always been what we believe is the best for the Lakers…” That line came from a joint statement the Buss siblings released in August, as it became clear a battle was coming o...