Basketball News · LatestYesterday, Oct 13, 2026

Nneka Ogwumike is leaving the WNBA with one final award.

Caitlin Clark’s shoes have slowly started making their way into the NBA as well. The WNBA superstar officially released her sneakers, Caitlin Clark 1s, on October 1.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones preview the Southeast division and recap the WNBA semifinals.

The Los Angeles Lakers suit up on Tuesday night for their fourth of five preseason games, and the status of starting center Walker Kessler remains up in the air. Kessler (finger) is yet to take the court for the Lakers in the preseason, leaving the Lakers to lean on Kevon Looney and Sandro Mamukelashvili for […]

Jalen Duren has been making progress since reporting to camp late following a summer-long contract dispute, but coach J.B. Bickerstaff wouldn’t commit to playing him in Wednesday’s preseason game at Minnesota, per Hunter Patterson of The Athletic (Twitter link). If he’s not in the lineup then, Duren’s final chance to play in the preseason will […]

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Victor Wembanyama and Nikola Jokic are considered the two best players in the world, but who is better? We break it down to get the answer ahead of the 2026-27 NBA campaign.

The Cavaliers are giving Rocket Arena a fresh coat of wine and gold for the NBA Cup. Mostly wine, actually. Cleveland unveiled its new tournament court Tuesday, featuring a predominantly wine surface, gold trim along the sidelines and baselines, and the familiar “C” logo placed over the NBA Cup trophy at center court. Fans will […] The post Cavs unveil new wine-and-gold court for NBA Cup appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Wemby, ranked CBS Sports' No. 1 NBA player, is still growing, even after asserting himself as the best in the game

Feb 14, 2026; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) competes in the three point contest during the 2026 NBA All Star Saturday Night at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images It’s both incredible and surreal that Damian Lillard is about to suit up for a new season in a Portland Trail Blazers uniform. Can you imagine if someone told you three years ago after Dame was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks, that in 2026-27, Lillard w...

Brandin Podziemski signed a five-year, $110 million extension earlier this month, including a $25 million mutual option in the final season.

Jaylen Brown is using his Twitch stream to connect with his new Sixers teammates, starting with a visit from V.J. Edgecombe.

Irving had high praise for his young running mate, even comparing him to modern-day stars

The young, athletic wing is learning from his accomplished veteran teammate

Donald Trump stunned fans with his comments about WNBA star Sophie Cunningham during an Ohio rally, sparking controversy across women’s basketball. President Donald Trump has never been afraid to speak his mind, and his latest comments about WNBA star Sophie Cunningham are already causing a massive stir. During a political rally in Youngstown, Ohio, on…

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - OCTOBER 05: John Collins #20 of the Detroit Pistons drives to the basket against Khaman Maluach #10 of the Phoenix Suns in the second half during a pre season game at Little Caesars Arena on October 05, 2026 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) | Getty Images Ple...

SACRAMENTO, CA - OCTOBER 5: Chris Manon #30 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the game against the Sacramento Kings during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 5, 2026 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. 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 Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images)...

Every NBA defense knows where Zion Williamson wants to go with the basketball. Opponents have spent years crowding the paint, building walls around the rim and daring the New Orleans Pelicans to beat them from anywhere else. According to early reports from training camp, Jamahl Mosley believes the solution is not to reinvent the two-time […] The post How Pelicans can unlock Zion Williamson’s midrange game with ‘answers to the test’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Walker Kessler has a big season ahead in the NBA, while in college basketball, a player is looking to follow in his footsteps. In the...

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Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. believes new head coach Sean Sweeney can help the team develop the habits required to compete for a championship, pointing to the coaching staff’s experience and the players’ willingness to adapt. Speaking to Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson, Carter expressed confidence in Orlando’s potential ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. […] The post Wendell Carter Jr. explains why Sean Sweeney could help Magic ‘shock the world’ appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Hall of Famer and Oakland native Jason Kidd shared on "Dubs Talk" his impressions of the Golden State Valkyries and their instant success in the WNBA.

The NBA is working on a basketball that could help officials determine who touched it last. Anyone who has watched a lengthy replay review can probably appreciate the idea. Commissioner Adam Silver said the league is collaborating with Wilson on a “smart ball” containing a small tracking chip, with potential uses ranging from out-of-bounds calls […] The post Adam Silver: NBA could use ‘smart ball’ to assist officiating as soon as next year appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Knicks won the championship and then seemingly forgot how to play basketball. Only, you know, it’s the preseason, so they might as well go 0-5 for all I care. Here’s the latest from the first half of a back-to-back series of games ending north of the border later today. Mike Brown On the competition […]

Fantasy basketball analyst Dan Titus reveals his top sleepers for the 2026-27 NBA season.

The Golden State Valkyries are heading to the WNBA Finals in just their second season, and they could make life even more miserable for Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever this offseason. Kelsey Mitchell is among the biggest names expected to hit unrestricted free agency, and Golden State has plenty of reasons to pursue the […]

The Emirates NBA Cup enters its fourth season of existence in the 2026-27 campaign, and it has quickly become a staple of the league’s regular season calendar. Last season’s championship ended up being an NBA Finals preview with the New York Knicks defeating the San Antonio Spurs. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Lakers — the inaugural […]

What changes did Jake LaRavia make to his jump shot during the offseason?

With the NBA season starting in a week, the NBA announced the teams competing in the latest NBA HBCU Classic during All-Star Weekend. The annual event will feature Howard University (MEAC) and Tennessee State University (OVC). The matchup marks a historic moment in the annual showcase, as Howard University becomes the first team to compete multiple times. […] The post NBA announces Howard University, Tennessee State for HBCU Classic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Washington Wizards are about to begin a new era led by forward AJ Dybantsa, Trae Young and Anthony Davis. Capital One Arena, their home venue, is also nearly done with a major renovation. And fans want a rebrand of the franchise. When teams are not particularly great on the court, field, ice, etc., I […]