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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry believes injuries have played a major role in the team’s inability to compete for another NBA championship in recent seasons. During an interview with NBC Sports Bay Area, Curry discussed the difficulties Golden State has faced while competing against other Western Conference contenders. “We knew there’s never really going […] The post Steph Curry explains how injuries affected Warriors’ championship chances appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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The Nets’ Egor Demin is displaying during training camp and preseason games that he’s ready to be a major factor at either guard spot, Brian Lewis of the New York Post writes. “I think back to last year in summer league — and even before that on the predraft when I was in the workout […]

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With two games down and three to go before the Knicks open their regular season, here's who's who in the preseason.

Banchero likes what he sees in Boozer

The 2025-26 Los Angeles Lakers’ season was completely altered when they took on the Oklahoma City Thunder on April 2. On that night, not only were the Lakers blown out on the road, but both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves suffered injuries that would, in Doncic’s case, completely end his season. Doncic suffered a Grade […]

CHICAGO, IL - OCTOBER 7: Jalen Green #4 of the Phoenix Suns passes the ball during the game against the Chicago Bulls on October 7, 2026 at United Center in Chicago, Illinois. 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 Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Welcome to Ins...

Even without eight rotation players, the Celtics showed that they're going to be a wagon this season.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 22: Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets poses for a photo during the Houston Rockets Media Day at Hilton Americas-Houston on September 22, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images) | Getty Images First off, happy belated birthday to the Easy Money Sniper, who turned 38 on September 29th. That’s certainly a ripe old age in the NBA. Durant was drafted in the 2007 draft, which feels like a different world entirely. There are a couple other 200...

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 08: James Wiseman #35 of the New York Knicks looks to pass as Felix Okpara #34 of the Washington Wizards defends during the second half at Madison Square Garden on October 08, 2026 in New York City. The Wizards won 111-109. 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 Sarah Stier/Getty Images) | Getty Images The...

Throughout much of the summer, and for the entirety of the fall, Anthony Edwards could feel a different energy when he showed up for work at the Minnesota Timberwolves’ practice facility. As the unquestioned face of the franchise, Edwards has the run of the place. His voice is often the loudest. His swagger is unmatched, and often unchallenged. Until recently. Every time Edwards stepped on the court for an open run, and every time the team has gone at it during training camp, Ayo Dosunmu has ...

The NBA preseason is here.

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - SEPTEMBER 28: Boston Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens answers questions during a press conference 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 Thursday’s ...

The Philadelphia 76ers have undoubtedly undergone major change this offseason, with the arrivals of LeBron James and Jaylen Brown instantly transforming them into title favorites. However, that also means that the team is likely to line up with a starkly different starting five in the coming season. VJ Edgecombe enjoyed a fruitful first year at […] The post 1 76ers player in danger of losing starting job in 2026-27 training camp appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The New York Knicks still have a pathway to sign Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart to long-term contract extensions while remaining below the NBA’s second luxury tax apron, according to ESPN’s Bobby Marks. Speaking on NBA Today on Friday, October 9, Marks said scenarios had been presented to the Knicks’ front office that would allow […] The post Knicks can extend Towns and Hart without crossing second apron appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Spurs look to bounce back against the Suns.

Philadelphia 76ers star VJ Edgecombe would take great pride in representing the Bahamas in the Summer Olympics.

The Memphis Grizzlies held off a late Chicago Bulls rally to secure a 104-100 preseason victory at the United Center on Friday night, improving to 2-1 in exhibition play. Memphis built a 60-50 halftime lead and survived a strong third-quarter response from Chicago to earn its second consecutive road win. The Bulls cut the deficit […] The post Grizzlies edge Bulls in preseason thriller appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

SAN ANTONIO, TX - MARCH 19: Khaman Maluach #10 of the Phoenix Suns plays defense during the game against De'Aaron Fox #4 of the San Antonio Spurs on March 19, 2026 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. 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 (Photos by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Imag...

PORTLAND, OREGON - OCTOBER 07: Toumani Camara #33 of the Portland Trail Blazers reacts after scoring a three-point basket during the first half of the preseason game against the Golden State Warriors at Moda Center on October 07, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. 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 Soobum Im/Getty Images) | Getty Images In...

Kevin Durant reveals his thoughts on potentially surpassing Kobe Bryant in the NBA's all-time scoring list this season.

The Pacers were encouraged by the first game star point guard Tyrese Haliburton and new starting center Ivica Zubac played together, writes Chloe Peterson of The Indianapolis Star (subscriber link). Haliburton, who missed all of last season due to a torn Achilles tendon, returned to action on Wednesday for the first time since he suffered […]

Not the news Knicks fans wanted to hear.

The Cavaliers have officially signed Jaxson Robinson and Noam Yaacov to training camp contracts, according to Paul Garcia of Spot Up Shot (Twitter link). It’s unclear who Cleveland waived to make space for Robinson and Yaacov, since the team’s roster was full. But the most likely candidates to be released are Kadary Richmond, Zack Austin, […]

Caleb Wilson and Cameron Boozer faced off Friday night for the first time since battling in the NBA Summer League.

The Washington Wizards play the Detroit Pistons tomorrow night. Let’s preview. Game Info When: Saturday, Oct. 10 at 7 p.m. ET Where: Capital One Arena How to watch: Monumental Sports Network Injury Report Wizards: Jamir Watkins and Tristan Vukcevic are out. Khris Middleton and Alex Sarr are day-to-day but according to … Greg Finberg of Bullets Forever (just had […]

The Toronto Raptors are set to play a preseason game against the LA Clippers this weekend in Vancouver, but their superstar will not be playing as he continues to ramp up his on-court activity. Kawhi Leonard, who has been a limited participant in Raptors training camp, but has been brought along slowly, will not play […] The post Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard to miss preseason game vs. Clippers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Lakers announced Friday that they have waived William Kyle III in order to sign Rafael Castro (Twitter link Khobi Price of The California Post). It’s an Exhibit 10 deal for Castro, tweets Dave McMenamin of ESPN. Castro signed a two-way contract with Houston in late August, but the Rockets waived him eight days ago. […]

Philadelphia 76ers star Jaylen Brown discussed how he feels heading into a matchup with the Boston Celtics, his former team, after experiencing a change of scenery in the offseason.