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BOULDER, COLORADO - OCTOBER 4: Keyonte George #3 of the Utah Jazz jokes around with a referee in the first half of a preseason game against the Denver Nuggets at CU Event Center on October 4, 2026 in Boulder, Colorado. 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 Dustin Bradford/Getty Images) | Getty Images Keyonte George was putting up fan...

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat starting a new era with Giannis Antetokounmpo at the forefront, there’s no denying that his presence will impact every player on the roster. Looking at the Heat’s promosing players this upcoming season, it’ll be another test for Nikola Jovic, who spoke recently of a player that he would love […] The post Nikola Jovic reveals Heat teammate he wants to have career like, but it isn’t Giannis appeared first on ClutchPoints.

NBA commissioner Adam Silver says concerns over how player-tracking data could be used in contract negotiations remain a major obstacle to introducing wearable technology during games. Speaking to CNBC Sport, Silver revealed that the league and the National Basketball Players Association have yet to reach an agreement on the use of wearables during NBA games. […] The post Adam Silver addresses NBA players refusing in-game wearables appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

DETROIT, MI - OCTOBER 5: Cade Cunningham #2 of the Detroit Pistons handles the ball during 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 Imag...

With his official NBA debut just over a week away, Caleb Wilson once again gave Chicago Bulls fans something to be excited about.

During Saturday’s preseason game between the Celtics and the 76ers, NBA stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown completely ignored each other throughout warmups, making it pretty clear they’re still at odds. In their first meeting since the offseason blockbuster trade, the two former top Celtics picks pretended that the other didn’t exist, despite being in...

Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller could be the next young player in line for a very lucrative extension.

With the NBA season just over a week away, the focus around the New York Knicks has been less about their title defense and more about contract talks with their stars.

Cason Wallace and the Oklahoma City Thunder have discussed contract structures in the $25 million annual average value range, reports The Stein Line. Dyson Daniels recently signed a four-year, $100 million contract with the Atlanta Hawks, while Christian Braun and the Denver Nuggets agreed to a five-year, $125 million deal with both contracts containing a $25 million annual average value. The Thunder must navigate a complicated payroll situation due to long-term contracts signed by Shai Gilge...

Anthony Black and the Orlando Magic are not expected to reach agreement on a contract extension before the October 19th deadline. The two sides have not yet engaged in serious extension talks either during the offseason or since training camps have begun. The Magic have Desmond Bane, Jalen Suggs, Franz Wagner and Paolo Banchero on long-term contracts at high numbers, which complicates their salary cap outlook. Jeff Weltman decided to run back the core of their roster after.a disappointing 202...

Backup center Ariel Hukporti went down with a season-ending Achilles tear just moments into the Sixers’ preseason debut against the Knicks. Philadelphia was already facing uncertainty regarding their big man depth prior to the injury, but the loss of Hukporti means that Adem Bona, Dominick Barlow, and Jabari Walker are currently the only depth behind […]

On Golden State Warriors’ Draymond Green’s podcast, Portland Blazers All-Star Deni Avdija discussed what makes guarding Denver Nuggets All-Star Nikola Jokic so difficult. After Avdija made his first playoff appearance last season against the San Antonio Spurs, he reflected on facing Nuggets’ three-time MVP. Amid the Blazers’ potential relocation in the future, their All-Star forward […] The post Blazers’ Deni Avdija’s helpless Nikola Jokic admission leaves Draymond Green LOLing appeared first...

This was a day for “mindfulness.”

The Brooklyn Nets waived guard Dion Brown and forward Dain Dainja. Brown and Dainja had both been signed to Exhibit 10 contracts earlier in the offseason. Brown and Dainja are expected to join the Long Island Nets for the upcoming G League season.

The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed forward Jaxson Robinson and guard Noam Yaacov to Exhibit 10 contracts. To create the space for Robinson and Yaacov, the Cavs waived Curtis Jones and Kadary Richmond. Jones and Richmond were signed to Exhibit 10 deals earlier this offseason. Robinson spent last season with the Cleveland Charge of the G League. In 43 games, the 6-foot-7 forward averaged 9.0 points and 2.2 rebounds per game. Yaacov spent last season with BC Oostende in Belgium. The 6-foot-4 Is...

The Warriors have signed free agent forward Tyler Burton to an Exhibit 10 deal, Keith Smith reports for Spotrac (via Twitter). Golden State previously acquired the rights to Burton as part of a G League trade between the Santa Cruz Warriors and the Memphis Hustle that sent Yuri Collins to Memphis. Burton, a 26-year-old, 6’7″ […]

The Lakers are still waiting for the debut of their prized off-season acquisition, Walker Kessler, who has been delayed in making his first on-court appearance for “precautionary” reasons relating to a jammed left pinky finger. While the timeline for his return is still unclear, he’s getting closer, Dave McMenamin writes for ESPN. Kessler said that […]

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MIAMI, FL - OCTOBER 10: Zyon Pullin #15 of the Minnesota Timberwolves looks to pass 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...

Karl-Anthony Towns responded to the Knicks' statement that they are tabling all extension talks until later in the season, saying he was "disappointed."

Karl-Anthony Towns said Sunday he was caught off guard by the New York Knicks' decision to delay contract extension talks until later in the season. The team announced late last week that it would not negotiate with eligible players until then. "It was news to me," said Towns. "Very disappointed, to say the least. Let's state the obvious: It's a business, but there is business on the court for us to handle." Towns is one of four Knicks eligible for extensions, along with Josh Hart, Miles McBr...

The Charlotte Hornets defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 105-90 in a preseason game at Spectrum Center on Sunday, October 11, building a 20-point halftime lead and maintaining control for most of the second half. Brandon Miller led Charlotte with 18 points, while Naz Reid added 16 points and Sion James scored 11 off the bench. The […] The post Brandon Miller leads Hornets past Bucks after dominant second quarter appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

James Harden scored 24 points as the Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Orlando Magic 119-105 in a preseason game at Rocket Arena on Sunday, October 11. Harden shot 7-for-10 from the field, including 3-for-5 from three-point range, and made seven of his nine free throws in 26 minutes. The veteran guard also collected four rebounds, two […] The post James Harden scores 24 as Cavaliers beat Magic appeared first on TalkBasket.net.