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One of the Los Angeles Lakers’ top free agent acquisitions this offseason was versatile big man Sandro Mamukelashvili. The Georgian native was coming off a breakout season with the Toronto Raptors in which he received votes for the league’s Sixth Player of the Year Award. Lakers head coach JJ Redick has spoken excitedly about how […] The post Austin Reaves is convinced new Lakers forward ‘can play the 1’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

After an encouraging update from Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr on Kristaps Porzingis, he teases the direction in which he’s considering heading toward regarding the Opening Night starting lineup. Porzingis’ Warriors availability remains up in the air, which would impact Golden State’s starting lineup at the start of the regular season. In the […] The post Steve Kerr teases Warriors’ Opening Night starting five amid Kristaps Porzingis absence appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Veteran center Kristaps Porzingis is expected to return to the Golden State Warriors practice facility on Tuesday afternoon, according to head coach Steve Kerr.

New York might be tempted to make a big move.

Rookie center Aday Mara has impressed the Thunder during training camp and the preseason, writes Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman (subscriber link). The Spanish big man was the 12th overall pick in June and has made a significant impact in his first two exhibition games this fall, averaging 17.0 points, 7.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists and […]

When it comes to their free agency signings, the biggest contract given out by the Los Angeles Lakers went to guard Quentin Grimes who signed a four-year, $60 million deal after spending the last couple years with the Philadelphia 76ers. Grimes had been trying to earn a long-term deal for some time, so to be […]

Ben Simmons is apparently making his mark in Sacramento.

It’s like we’re back at Hemisphere Park! (For those who were around.)

How will the Jazz match up against the Finals runner-ups?

PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 10: The sneakers worn by Paul George #13 of the Boston Celtics during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 10, 2026 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty I...

There are 32 leagues (again!) in college hoops. Here's our look at the teams, names and games to know in the 27 outside the power conferences

Despite the highly anticipated Dallas Mavericks tandem of Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg heading into the 2026-27 season, expect a trade market for the nine-time All-Star guard. Irving returned from a season-long ACL injury for a Mavericks preseason game against the Houston Rockets in China on Sunday. 19 months removed from tearing his left ACL, […] The post Insider floats potential Kyrie Irving trade if Mavericks season spirals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 10: Trae Young #3 of the Washington Wizards handles the ball during the game against the Detroit Pistons on October 10, 2026 at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. 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 Stephen Gosling/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Ima...

Cheryl Reeve is taking home multiple awards in 2026.

Fantasy basketball draft targets for 2026-27 by format: who to draft in nine-category, standard points and Yahoo High Score leagues, from Derrick White to Cade Cunningham.

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope says the 76ers' success this season depends on how well the team's diverse personalities mesh.

UConn women’s basketball fans will reportedly have a chance to take home some unique memorabilia this season. The first 6,000 fans at the Huskies’ game against Maryland at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Dec. 5 will be going home with a Breanna Stewart bobblehead, according to the New York Post. The bobblehead will feature two versions of Stewart, one in a UConn uniform holding up an NCAA ...

The Knicks have a chance to earn more than just one title. They have the talent, the tight-knit locker room and the coaching. But refusing to meet in the middle with talent puts them at risk of losing it. Undershooting a player such as Towns can chip away at locker room culture. And the second-apron mandate can hurt Brown, too. The Knicks are filled with guys who chose to sacrifice last season — from Towns at the top to the guys lower on the totem pole, such as Landry Shamet and Jordan Clarks...

It seems that James Wiseman has a leg up in making the Knicks roster. It helps that he has a relationship with Mike Brown dating back to Golden State, but it could be assistant coach Mark Bryant who holds the keys to unlocking his tantalizing potential. submitted by /u/Joeblowpublic [link] [comments]

I have nothing but love for KAT and want him to stay in Nick forever, but his managers and agents better be careful because this is like the third or fourth article I’ve seen since Friday airing their grievances on the street. Not sure that’s the best negotiating tactic. submitted by /u/nrdz2p [link] [comments]

It's rare to see Houston Rockets star center Alperen Sengun look small, but he was majorly undersized when standing next to a franchise legend.

Sydney Colson’s comments targeted certain players in the WNBA. Now, a Fox News host fired right back, saying the league’s race debate is built on a double standard.

She's making it clear where she stands.

Dylan Harper says his competitive relationship with Stephon Castle has helped build a strong bond between the two young San Antonio Spurs guards, with both players believing they are the best at their position. “We both think we’re the best guards in the NBA,” Harper said. “The relationship kinda in the beginning came from that […] The post Dylan Harper reveals competitive bond with Stephon Castle appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

PORTLAND, OREGON - OCTOBER 07: Scoot Henderson #00 of the Portland Trail Blazers blocks a dunk attempt by Graham Ike #45 of the Golden State Warriors during the first half of the preseason game 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 The Port...

After Boston Celtics veteran Paul George clapped back at his haters on Media Day, he’s reminding fans of what’s to come ahead of the 2026-27 regular season. In a 144-106 blowout win against his former team, George made his Celtics debut alongside Jayson Tatum. He finished with 13 points, five rebounds, five steals, and four […] The post Celtics’ Paul George ready to ‘turn the clock’ back after trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

VANCOUVER, CANADA - OCTOBER 10: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors warms up before the game against the Toronto Raptors during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 10, 2026 at the Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. 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 Jordan Jone...

One of the big stories going into training camp for the Los Angeles Lakers was which two players would be round out the team’s starting lineup on Opening Night. Head coach JJ Redick made it clear that it would be an open competition to decide who would join Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler […]

SAN ANTONIO - 1973: George Karl #22 of the San Antonio Spurs of the ABA looks to pass circa 1973 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 1973 NBAE (Photo by NBA Photos/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images It’s a not a new season without new alternative uniforms in this day an...

Ben Simmons has played nine preseason minutes for the Kings. Doug Christie already sounds pretty sure about the fit. “We want to defend, rebound, and run the floor and share the basketball. He does all those things,” Christie said, via Logan Struck of Sports Illustrated. That’s the attraction with Simmons, even after he missed all […] The post Doug Christie: Ben Simmons can help Kings in plenty of ways appeared first on Hoops Wire.