Basketball News · LatestYesterday, Oct 13, 2026

Philadelphia 76ers star LeBron James wants his new team to play at a faster pace and take advantage of scoring opportunities before opposing defenses have time to organize. The four-time NBA champion has already begun influencing Philadelphia’s offensive approach as the franchise prepares for the 2026-27 NBA season. During his preseason debut last week, James […] The post LeBron James explains how Sixers should approach offense appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The San Antonio Spurs are still searching for their first preseason win, but rookie Tarris Reed Jr. is giving head coach Mitch Johnson plenty to like. San Antonio fell 119-109 to the Utah Jazz on Monday at the Delta Center, dropping to 0-3 in exhibition play. The Spurs sat nine players, including Victor Wembanyama, De’Aaron […] The post Spurs HC Mitch Johnson gives rookie his flowers for unreal effort in loss to Jazz appeared first on ClutchPoints.

What's at stake for the Lakers and Warriors in the second of four matchups between the teams in October?

Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch has praised the Miami Heat and their new star Giannis Antetokounmpo, describing the team as a dangerous opponent with the ability to compete at the highest level. Finch believes Miami has assembled a strong roster around the Greek superstar, combining shooting, speed and players capable of creating difficult matchups […] The post Chris Finch explains why Giannis Antetokounmpo-led Heat look dangerous appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Kendrick Perkins believes the Denver Nuggets need to consider breaking up the Nikola Jokic–Jamal Murray partnership if they want to maximize the remainder of Jokic’s prime and return to championship contention. “The Denver Nuggets can’t continue to afford to waste Jokic’s greatness. At some point, they have to do what’s right by him. They have […] The post Kendrick Perkins says Nikola Jokic–Jamal Murray duo has run its course appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The WNBA announced Tuesday that Games 3 and 4 of the Finals between the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream will be played at State Farm Arena in Atlanta.

The Warriors' veteran Draymond Green admits he holds grudges against several NBA players whom he plans to get back at one day.

Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch believes the addition of LaMelo Ball will give his team another reliable offensive option alongside Anthony Edwards, particularly during the closing minutes of games. The Timberwolves acquired Ball from the Charlotte Hornets during the offseason in a major trade that sent Naz Reid, a 2033 first-round pick, three second-round […] The post Chris Finch expects LaMelo Ball to improve Timberwolves’ late-game offense appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The San Antonio Spurs rested most of their key players during their preseason clash on Monday against the Utah Jazz. Included in those who were out for that contest was star center Victor Wembanyama, which opened up a ton of minutes in the frontcourt for rookie big man Tarris Reed Jr., the 26th overall pick […] The post Spurs’ Tarris Reed Jr. admits easing up on board dominance after 17-rebound game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Pelicans have made Jordan Dumars’ role a little more official. Jordan Dumars, the son of executive vice president of basketball operations Joe Dumars, is now listed by the team as an “executive advisor,” as noted by Shamit Dua of In The NO. That’s a change from last season, when the younger Dumars was not […] The post Pelicans officially list Joe Dumars’ son as executive advisor appeared first on Hoops Wire.

NBA fans are concerned about Ja Morant's depleting athleticism after seeing his latest dunk against the London Lions in their preseason matchup.

Philadelphia 76ers forward Jabari Walker praised LeBron James’ leadership and influence on the team, revealing how the NBA superstar’s communication during film sessions has already made a strong impression on his new teammates. Speaking to reporters on Monday, October 12, Walker said he had not fully appreciated how vocal James was before joining him in […] The post Jabari Walker reveals what surprised him most about LeBron James appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Atlanta Hawks have been through four games of the preseason, and it looks like they’re growing after every one of them. In their latest win against the Oklahoma City Thunder, they didn’t play most of their starters, as Nickeil Alexander-Walker was the lone player active. That meant that most of the young players got […] The post Hawks’ Jock Landale takes notice of growing team chemistry amid 2026-27 preparation appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Portland Trail Blazers head coach Micah Nori praised his team’s mindset and defensive intensity after a 119-66 preseason victory over the London Lions on Monday, while highlighting Deni Avdija’s efficiency, Ja Morant’s adjustment to the team and Yang Hansen’s progress. “I did like the approach, quite honestly,” Nori said after the game. “I just like […] The post Micah Nori makes bold prediction about Ja Morant appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

In three preseason games with the Knicks after signing a veteran minimum deal in the offseason, Andre Drummond has already shown he still has some left in the tank as he gets ready for his 15th season in the NBA.

The Utah Jazz defeated the San Antonio Spurs 119-109 on Monday, October 12, at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, improving to 2-1 in the preseason and handing San Antonio its third consecutive defeat. Utah built its advantage through three strong quarters, outscoring the Spurs 31-17 in the third to take a 99-78 lead […] The post Darryn Peterson leads Jazz past Spurs in preseason appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

“I need a jersey,” was what Angel Reese said as she was on the sidelines at the Kia Center on March 3, 2026, to support her brother Julian Reese, as he stepped on the NBA court for his second professional game ever. Despite Julian and the Washington Wizards losing 126-109 that night, Angel’s presence made sure her brother was playing his best, dropping nine points and eight rebounds.

The situation with Karl-Anthony Towns is another burden to bear.

Mike Brown said he’s challenging his players by coaching simple and predictable.

The Brooklyn Nets continued their perfect preseason with a 131-122 victory over the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on Monday, October 12. Brooklyn improved to 3-0, while Washington dropped to 2-1 after surrendering a nine-point advantage in the second half. Michael Porter Jr. led the Nets with 22 points on 8-of-13 shooting, including two […] The post Nets defeat Wizards to remain unbeaten in preseason appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Japanese point guard Yuki Kawamura has been waived by the Clippers, the team announced on Monday night (via Twitter). The move opens up a spot on L.A.’s preseason roster, reducing the team’s roster count to 20 players. Kawamura, 25, has spent most of the past two seasons on two-way contracts, first with the Grizzlies and […]

Chris Finch said LaMelo Ball has transformed the Minnesota Timberwolves' attitude since arriving in an offseason trade from the Charlotte Hornets. Finch spoke Monday at Madison Square Garden before a preseason game against the New York Knicks. "He's always in a great mood," said Finch. "Always comes in smiling. He and Anthony have a shared quality: They're really hard to stay mad at. And they do some things that you want to get mad at. They have a reflective joy, and I think that's important....

LeBron James believes Victor Wembanyama could make a compelling case to win the 2026-27 Michael Jordan MVP award.

Anthony Edwards scored 26 points as the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the New York Knicks 122-104 at Madison Square Garden on Monday, October 12, extending their preseason record to 3-1 and leaving the defending NBA champions winless through three games. Edwards shot 8-of-16 from the field, including five three-pointers on eight attempts, and went 5-of-7 at […] The post Anthony Edwards powers Timberwolves past Knicks appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

October 12: Roughly three-and-a-half months after it was initially reported, Cleveland’s Exhibit 10 deal with the Grizzlies has been officially finalized, the team announced today in a press release (Twitter link). June 26: Undrafted rookie free agent Zach Cleveland is signing an Exhibit 10 contract with the Grizzlies, according to the Liberty men’s basketball team […]

Kendrick Perkins believes the Washington Wizards are capable of making a major leap in the 2026-27 NBA season, predicting that they will make the playoffs and finish among the Eastern Conference’s top six teams. “The Wizards are making the playoffs…they’re going to be a top 6 seed in the Eastern Conference,” Perkins said. “They’re going […] The post Wizards will be a top-six team in the East, says Kendrick Perkins appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Before there was Hack-a-Mitch, there was Hack-a-Drummond.

Julius Randle wasn’t upset about being traded from a contending team in Minnesota to a rebuilding franchise in Brooklyn, Brian Lewis of The New York Post writes in a subscriber-only story. Now with his fifth team in 13 years, Randle is grateful to be in a situation where he feels valued. “Everybody knows it’s a […]

Philadelphia 76ers forward LeBron James implored fans to not "write off" the Oklahoma City Thunder despite their tough Western Conference Finals loss to the San Antonio Spurs last season.

The Pelicans have waived Caleb Houstan, according to NBA.com’s transaction log. Houstan is a four-year NBA veteran who signed an Exhibit 9 training camp deal with New Orleans in early August. The Canadian small forward holds career averages of 3.9 points in 13.4 minutes per game across 186 appearances with Orlando and Atlanta. Known for […]