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SAN ANTONIO, TX - OCTOBER 4: Keldon Johnson #3 of the San Antonio Spurs speaks to the fans during the open scrimmage on October 4, 2026 at 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 Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Keldo...

Clay Travis explains the biggest issue that dooms the WNBA’s growth.

A rumor about Angel Reese calling out Caitlin Clark after the Atlanta Dream clinched a WNBA Finals spot is going viral. Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream will officially compete in the 2026 WNBA Finals following an easy 3-0 series win over the New York Liberty.

Here's the full WNBA schedule for Oct. 9, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving has declared his allegiance to a WNBA team that is not linked to any of the markets he has previously played in. Athletes usually gravitate towards supporting other teams in their local market if they don’t have any pre-existing allegiances.

Kyrie Irving dazzled in his return to the Mavericks, scoring 17 points in his first game in 586 days.

The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Miami Heat 125-124 in a high-scoring preseason game at Kaseya Center on Saturday, October 10. Antonio Reeves scored the decisive basket with 2.3 seconds remaining as Minnesota improved to 2-1 in the preseason, handing Miami its first home defeat of the exhibition schedule. Both teams were missing several prominent players. […] The post Timberwolves narrowly beat Heat as stars sit out appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra has praised Andrew Wiggins for his ability to contribute offensively and defensively in different lineups. Spoelstra believes Wiggins is a valuable player because he can create his own shots, play without the ball and defend opposing wing players. The Heat coach also said that Wiggins has adapted well to […] The post Erik Spoelstra calls Andrew Wiggins underrated defender appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Toronto Raptors defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 114-106 in an NBA Canada Games preseason matchup at Rogers Arena in Vancouver on Saturday, while Kawhi Leonard watched from the sidelines against his former team. Leonard, who was traded from the Clippers to Toronto earlier this offseason, did not play in the contest. The matchup nevertheless […] The post RJ Barrett leads Raptors past Clippers in Vancouver appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic has opened up about the disappointment of missing last season’s playoffs because of a hamstring injury, admitting that the experience has provided additional motivation ahead of the new campaign. Doncic suffered a strained left hamstring during a regular-season game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on April 2. The injury […] The post Luka Doncic reveals motivation after missing Lakers’ playoff run appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

On a night where the starting group rested, the Timberwolves get a good look at their backups and fringe rotation guys.

Marine Johannès said she does not know whether she will return to New York after the Liberty were swept by Atlanta in the semifinals.

NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 8: AJ Dybantsa #4 of the Washington Wizards drives to the basket during the game against the New York Knicks during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 8, 2026 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. 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 Nathaniel S....

French guard Marine Fauthoux made the most of her opportunities in the Liberty’s semifinal series against the Dream.

The Celtics defeated the Cavaliers 124-113 in their preseason opener in Cleveland on Thursday night. Despite Boston resting eight of their primary rotation players, including Jayson Tatum, Derrick White, and Paul George, the shorthanded Celtics relied on their bench depth and absolute dominance on the glass to hand the Cavaliers a loss. Here are the extended highlights and Celtics box score:

VJ Edgecombe looks strong and Jabari Walker continues his effective play.

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid shared a lighthearted moment with Tack Fall after two towering basketball players compared their hand sizes. The amusing interaction caught attention on social media, giving NBA fans something to laugh about. The post showed Embiid and Fall measuring their hands against each other, turning a single comparison into an entertaining […] The post Watch 76ers’ Joel Embiid hilariously compare hand sizes with Tacko Fall appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Lakers coach JJ Redick raised eyebrows ahead of media day when he said the Lakers could become a championship-level team this season. Well, the franchise’s superstar echoes that sentiment. When...

It was a bloodbath but the second-year guard and rookie guard were bright spots.

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Angel Reese has never been known for her outside shooting, but the Atlanta Dream star is starting to give defenders a reason to think twice before leaving her wide open. Her improvement has come at an important time, with Atlanta preparing for its first WNBA Finals appearance since 2013.

MIAMI, FL - OCTOBER 10: Bones Hyland #8 of the Minnesota Timberwolves moves the ball during the game against the Miami Heat on October 10, 2026 at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida. 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 Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images With th...

The Phoenix Suns defeated the San Antonio Spurs 102-98 at Mortgage Matchup Center on Saturday, October 10, earning their first home victory of the preseason. Phoenix improved to 1-2 in exhibition play and 1-0 at home, while San Antonio fell to 0-2 overall and 0-1 on the road. Luke Kennard led the Suns with 20 […] The post Suns edge Spurs in preseason matchup appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Atlanta Dream star Angel Reese has 100% trust and confidence in her coach.

Playing alongside Caitlin Clark has its perks, but the spotlight surrounding the Indiana Fever star also comes at a cost. Kelsey Mitchell knows that firsthand, as the 5-foot-8 guard recently opened up about the “flak” players face simply for being her teammates.

As Breanna Stewart walked off the Barclays Center court for the final time this season, she looked out into the crowd and was overcome with emotion.

The Warriors are off to an encouraging start this preseason, and their young rookie is leading the way.

After a year away, Ben Simmons returned to the hardwood on Saturday.