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Caitlin Clark is ready to help the Indiana Fever recruit free agents this offseason, and she made one thing clear in her exit interview: bringing Kelsey Mitchell back is at the top of the list. Clark spoke to reporters Thursday after Indiana’s season ended with a playoff loss to the Las Vegas Aces. She discussed […]

Here are eight NBA players who could average over 20 points per game for the first time in the 2026-27 season, including several rising stars.

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The Rotoworld Basketball staff unveils their favorite draft picks this season, including Darius Garland and OG Anunoby.

Atlanta general manager Dan Padover built the Dream into a title contender through shrewd trades, a little bit of luck and patience from the team's ownership group.All that has paid off as Atlanta is headed to the WNBA Finals for the first time since 2013 when the Dream play the Golden State Valkyries in the best-of-seven series that begins Saturday.

One of the many attendees of Game 3 between the Atlanta Dream and the New York Liberty was pop singer Olivia Rodrigo , and WNBA star Angel Reese was starstruck. Her response to learning that the “Good 4 U” singer was in the building went viral. She leapt out of her seat and appeared to say, “I love her,” while acting bashful. Perhaps Reese seeing […] The post Lip-readers catch Angel Reese’s 3-word response to Olivia Rodrigo cameo at Dream’s Game 3 win vs. Liberty appeared first on ClutchPoints.

CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 11: James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers shoots a free throw during the game against the Orlando Magic during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 11, 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 Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty I...

Zaccharie Risacher is not the first name anyone mentions when talking about the Mavericks. That would be Cooper Flagg. Or Kyrie Irving. Or even new coach Dusty May. But Risacher could still end up being pretty important. The former No. 1 overall pick scored 16 points on 7-of-13 shooting in Dallas’ preseason win over Houston on […] The post Zaccharie Risacher starting to settle in with Mavericks appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Olden Polynice and Byron Scott criticize Luka Doncic for his defense.

Tom Brady has seven Super Bowl rings. Chiney Ogwumike knows that, but the ESPN analyst still thinks A’ja Wilson is more interesting to watch, and NFL fans were quick to let her know what they thought of that take. The debate unfolded during a discussion about Wilson’s dominance in the WNBA. Brandon Newman described her […]

What can The Dread Pirate Roberts, a Super Smash Bros. character, and Cory Matthews tell us about the Wolves bench?

Harden is helping Cleveland put the pieces together.

Here’s Orlando Magic sophomore Jase Richardson on where he’s improved the most so far in preseason (averaging 7.5 PPG/3.0 RPG/3.5 APG/1.0 TOV/0.5 SPG/2.5 PF/54.5% FG/33.3% 3-PT/66.7% FT/24.2 MPG through two games). (via Orlando Magic): “I think just slowing down. I think my pace has got a lot better from last year. I think last year […] The post Jase Richardson: “I think last year I was stuck on one speed” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Warriors re-signed Porziņģis to a two-year, $40 million deal this summer, but he has not been available in the preseason

Free agent center Jamarion Sharp is signing with the Raptors and will compete for a two-way contract, reports Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca (via Twitter). Toronto’s preseason roster is currently at the 21-player limit, so the Raptors will have to waive someone to add Sharp. The most likely candidates are Exhibit 10 training camp invitees Tyreke […]

The Las Vegas Aces fell short of their quest to return to the WNBA Finals, falling to a Golden State Valkyries sweep in the WNBA Playoffs semifinals. The Valkyries ended the Aces’ season on their home court Friday, picking up an 87-77 victory over Las Vegas to complete the series sweep. Throughout the series, the […]

The Brooklyn Nets are reviving a classic look with an updated flair.

SAN DIEGO, CA - MARCH 20: Mason Falslev #12 of the Utah State Aggies dribbles the ball during the first round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament game against the Villanova Wildcats at Viejas Arena at San Diego State University on March 20, 2026 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images) | Getty Images It’s the battle of the Valleys and our newest mid-major conference up for discussion this week on “Anything But Mid,” hosted this week by Ian Sacks and Frank DeB...

Nets lottery pick Mikel Brown Jr. is expected to make his preseason debut on Wednesday in Miami, per Brian Lewis of The New York Post (Twitter link). Brown, who was selected sixth overall in June’s draft, has been sidelined since late September after spraining his left ankle. However, the 20-year-old guard was able to go […]

Everyone who knows the Cavaliers knows they have a reputation as a great regular-season team. Beyond that, though, they have plenty of doubts. No less than Donovan Mitchell himself has suggested that’s fair. The Cavs finished with 64 wins two seasons ago … then lost in the second round of the playoffs. They reached the […] The post ‘Playoff closer’ identified as Cavs’ biggest need entering season appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark had one moment with head coach Stephanie White that she will always consider "special."

Caitlin Clark knows very well what the Indiana Fever need to improve if they want to be title contenders next season and beyond.

The 2026-27 NBA season tips off next week, and the expectations will be heavy for those on this list

Here are two trade ideas that could help the Mavericks land NBA stars and become playoff contenders around Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg.

Also, Alijah Arenas shines for the Trojans, Indiana beefs up its rebounding in a scrimmage vs. Butler, and Jake Hall scores 31 points for New Mexico

Sep 22, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard Marcus Smart (36) talks during media day at Hilton Americas hotel. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect When Fred VanVleet went down with a season-ending injury before the start of the Houston Rockets’ 2025 training camp, the Rockets looked for a backcourt player to step up and replace their on-court leader. The Rockets tried multiple players, including Amen Thompson, Reed Sheppard, and even Aaron...

The Hornets suddenly have a lot more offensive talent. What they may not have is someone who organizes all of it. ESPN identified Charlotte’s biggest roster hole as a pass-first playmaker after the team traded LaMelo Ball to Minnesota over the summer. Ball led the Hornets in assists in each of the past six seasons […] The post Hornets may have plenty of offense, but ESPN sees one thing missing appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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The Knicks are back in action today, hosting the Wolves at MSG this evening. By chance, have you heard anything about contract issues and pending extensions? Yeah, me neither. Here’s the latest from Coach, KAT, and a couple folks in the know. Mike Brown On discussing mindfulness and personal struggles with his players: “As a […]

My favorite Big 12 prospects entering the year for the 2027 NBA Draft, from Caleb Holt to Tyran Stokes to Arafan Diane and so many more.