Skip to main content
Hoopsmachine

Basketball News · Latest

Eastern Time, including earlier stories still developing that day. How days work

Blazers Edge Roundtable: Deni, Dame, and Ja: Mesh or Mess?

Blazers EdgeOutlet infoNBA logoNBA
analysis
Analysis

PORTLAND, OR - SEPTEMBER 28: Ja Morant #1, Deni Avdija #8 and Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers poses for a portrait during NBA media day on September 28, 2026 at the Portland Trail Blazers practice facility 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Camero...

Coverage details

JJ Redick discussed the potential of Chris Mañon

Lakers NationOutlet infoNBA logoNBA
analysis
front office

One area of the organization the Los Angeles Lakers have spoken about being a priority over the past couple seasons has been their player development. The franchise wants to be able to develop younger talent into real contributors at the NBA level. Of course, much of the attention for that will go towards the likes […]

Coverage details

Boston Celtics Daily Links 10/10/26

Celtics BlogOutlet infoNBA logoNBA

CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 8: The sneakers worn by Sam Merrill #5 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the game against the Boston Celtics on October 8, 2026 at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Lauren Leigh Bacho/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Im...

Coverage details

Pelicans Sign Jalon Moore

Hoops RumorsOutlet infoNBA logoNBA
Official

The Pelicans have signed free agent Jalon Moore, per a team press release. A 6’7″ forward, Moore spent two seasons at Georgia Tech from 2021-23 and then two years at Oklahoma from 2023-25 before going undrafted last year. As a senior in 2024/25, he averaged 15.9 points and 5.8 rebounds in 30.3 minutes per game […]

Coverage details

Wizards' Trae Young makes it clear he's hoping to reach NBA Finals this season

ClutchPointsOutlet infoNBA logoNBA
analysis

The Washington Wizards are less than two weeks away from kicking off their 2026-27 regular season. The Wizards recently turned in an impressive performance against the New York Knicks in preseason, with Trae Young torching his former rival with an impressive showing alongside Anthony Davis and rookie AJ Dybantsa. Recently, Young revealed his lofty goal […] The post Wizards’ Trae Young makes it clear he’s hoping to reach NBA Finals this season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Coverage details

Heat Notes: Hardaway, Irving, Smith, Gardner, Richards

Hoops RumorsOutlet infoNBA logoNBA

Veteran wing Tim Hardaway Jr. always hoped to have a chance to play for the Heat someday, and he says it was a “no-brainer” decision to sign a one-year, $6.5MM contract with the team over the summer when the opportunity arose, writes Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald. Hardaway’s father, Hall of Fame point guard […]

Coverage details

Southwest Notes: Irving, Flagg, Smith Jr., Jones Garcia

Hoops RumorsOutlet infoNBA logoNBAUpdated Oct 11, 1:25 AM ET

Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving will be back on the court Sunday in China, playing for the first time since tearing his left ACL in a March 3, 2025, game, writes Grant Afseth of Dallas Sports Journal. Irving was hoping to return at some point last season, but he told reporters on Thursday that he suffered […]

Coverage details

Josh Hart Says 'Everything's Going to Work Out' After Knicks Table Contract Talks Before NBA Season

Bleacher Report NBAOutlet infoNBA logoNBAUpdated Oct 10, 10:35 PM ET

The New York Knicks have tabled contract extension talks with center Karl-Anthony Towns and guard Josh Hart, but Hart isn't worried as the defending champions get ready for the season.

Coverage details

Cavs urged to fix rebounding problem as a team

HoopsWireOutlet infoNBA logoNBA
analysis
Analysis

The Cavaliers’ rebounding problems showed up again in their preseason opener, and Zach Weiss of Sports Illustrated believes the solution has to come from the entire roster. Weiss argued that the Cavs’ size should give them enough to improve on the glass, but only if everyone contributes. I’d say that’s a pretty great idea. He […] The post Cavs urged to fix rebounding problem as a team appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Coverage details

Kings' Scott Perry on Vivek Ranadivé dinner report: ‘There was no roast’

HoopsWireOutlet infoNBA logoNBA

Kings general manager Scott Perry says the now-infamous team dinner involving owner Vivek Ranadivé was not what some reports made it out to be. In fact, Perry was pretty emphatic. “There was no roast,” Perry said during an appearance on the Deuce & Mo podcast. The discussion followed a report from Zach Lowe that Ranadivé […] The post Kings’ Scott Perry on Vivek Ranadivé dinner report: ‘There was no roast’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Coverage details

Stephen Curry drops 'not an idiot' take on Warriors' roster moves

ClutchPointsOutlet infoNBA logoNBA
analysis
rumor
Updated Oct 10, 7:08 PM ET

The Golden State Warriors are just over a week away from kicking off their 2026-27 regular season. The Warriors are entering this season without many high expectations after Draymond Green showed up to training camp overweight and Kristaps Porzingis continues to deal with a strange illness. At the center of it all is Stephen Curry, […] The post Stephen Curry drops ‘not an idiot’ take on Warriors’ roster moves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Coverage details

Pistons vs Wizards preview: Get better during preseason

Detroit Bad BoysOutlet infoNBA logoNBA
game recap
analysis
Updated Oct 10, 6:57 PM ET

DETROIT, MI - OCTOBER 5: Ebuka Okorie #23 of the Detroit Pistons is interviewed after the game against the Phoenix Suns during a preseason game on October 5, 2026 at Little Caesars Arena 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images) |...

Coverage details

Ralph Sampson predicts Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama will take over NBA after LeBron James, Stephen Curry

ClutchPointsOutlet infoNBA logoNBA
analysis
rumor

As the San Antonio Spurs and Victor Wembanyama prepare for the 2026-27 NBA season following their NBA Finals loss to the New York Knicks in June, Houston Rockets legend Ralph Sampson believes the 22-year-old superstar will become the face of the league once Philadelphia 76ers star LeBron James, Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry and […] The post Ralph Sampson predicts Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama will take over NBA after LeBron James, Stephen Curry appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Coverage details

Ralph Sampson reveals biggest concern for Rockets’ championship hopes

ClutchPointsOutlet infoNBA logoNBA

The Houston Rockets enter the 2026-27 season with championship expectations, but franchise legend Ralph Sampson believes their ability to stay healthy will determine whether they can seriously contend for a third NBA title. Speaking to Kyle Odegard of Action Network, Sampson pointed to health as Houston’s biggest concern following an injury-plagued 2025-26 campaign. “We’ll see […] The post Ralph Sampson reveals biggest concern for Rockets’ championship hopes appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Coverage details

Rockets legend Ralph Sampson reveals why Kevin Durant can play ‘for as long as he wants’

ClutchPointsOutlet infoNBA logoNBA
analysis

Houston Rockets legend Ralph Sampson believes Kevin Durant’s skill set could allow the future Hall of Famer to continue playing deep into his career as Houston prepares for another championship push in 2026-27. Speaking to Kyle Odegard of Action Network, Sampson explained why he believes Durant remains capable of playing at a high level despite […] The post Rockets legend Ralph Sampson reveals why Kevin Durant can play ‘for as long as he wants’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Coverage details

Warriors sign Brandin Podziemski to 5-year, $110 million extension

Golden State of MindOutlet infoNBA logoNBA

HONOLULU, HI - OCTOBER 4: Brandin Podziemski #2 of the Golden State Warriors shoots a free throw during the game against the LA Clippers during the 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 4, 2026 at Bankoh Arena at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, Hawaii. 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 2025 NBAE (Photo b...

Coverage details

7 Biggest One-Year Experiments In The NBA This Season - Fadeaway World

Fadeaway WorldNBA logoNBA
Analysis

Here are seven NBA stars facing major tests in 2026-27, with expiring deals, trade rumors, and possible moves that could change their futures.

Coverage details