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Jayson Tatum, Derrick White, Paul George, Jordan Walsh, and Mitchell Robinson will start in the Celtics’ preseason game against the Charlotte Hornets.

Given all the high-profile moves the Sixers made this season to surround their All-Star tandem of Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid, some had wondered whether VJ Edgecombe’s growth and development would be deprioritized, but the second-year guard has approached the season with a level of leadership and maturity that has made an impact on his […]

Nets coach Jordi Fernández said preseason games may not count, but they matter. They’re less about wins and losses but playing hard and well.

There is so much about this time that feels like a Dream: watching the likes of Angel Reese, Naz Hamilton and Dewonna Bonner boarding charter buses bound for Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport to play in the WNBA Finals.

The Cleveland Cavaliers waived Jaxson Robinson on Wednesday. Robinson signed a training camp deal earlier in the week. Robinson appeared for the G League's Charge last season.

Former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas defends Bronny James from unfair criticism while calling out the NBA media for ignoring Zaccharie Risacher's underwhelming performance.

The former high school teammates won state titles together in 2015 and 2016, and now are reunited on the Golden State Warriors.

Orlando Magic star Wendell Carter gave an inside look into his summer supporting his girlfriend, Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese.

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 13: Walker Kessler #14 of the Los Angeles Lakers high fives teammate during the game against the Golden State Warriors on October 13, 2026 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, 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 License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)...

Look for some big time changes from the organization this offseason.

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PORTLAND, OREGON - APRIL 10: A general view of the Portland Trail Blazers' logo at Moda Center on April 10, 2021 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 Abbie Parr/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Portland Trail Blazers have finally recruited a play-by-play broadcaster for the 2026-27 season, or at least a partial ...

Apr 25, 2021; Portland, Oregon, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) and Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) share a moment during the second half of the game at Moda Center. The Grizzlies won 120-113. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-Imagn Images Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Trail Blazers fans and fans across the country. This week’s question involves two of Portland’s biggest stars: ...

The fan demand is massive right now.

One of the franchises will win their first ever WNBA title.

The Dream will play at the State Farm Arena for Games 3 and 4 of the WNBA Finals.

With Giannis Antetokounmpo at the forefront of the Miami Heat this season after the blockbuster trade was made in the summer, the other half of the dynamic duo that will be crucial is team captain Bam Adebayo. As the chemistry of Antetokounmpo and Adebayo on the Heat will be vital, the progress might be delayed […] The post Heat’s Bam Adebayo out with injury a week ahead of opener, but there’s a catch appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Dallas Mavericks coach Dusty May praised Dwight Powell’s contributions to the team but stopped short of confirming whether the veteran center will secure a spot on the regular-season roster. “Those questions I can’t answer,” May said when asked how close Powell is to forcing his way onto the roster, per Noah Weber. “Dwight has been […] The post Dusty May addresses Dwight Powell’s chances of making Mavericks roster appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 28: Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors poses with Yaxel Lendeborg #1 during media day at Chase Center on September 28, 2026 in San Francisco, 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 License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) | Getty Images When the Golden State Warriors converged in Hawaii to...

Jalen Duren scored 24 points on 8-of-9 shooting as the Detroit Pistons defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 128-106 in preseason action on Wednesday, October 14, at Target Center. Detroit improved to 2-1, while Minnesota fell to 3-2 after surrendering an early lead. Duren added three rebounds, one assist, two steals and one block in just 15 […] The post Jalen Duren scores 24 in just 15 minutes against Timberwolves appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 03: Noah Clowney #21 of the Brooklyn Nets in action during the game against the Atlanta Hawks at Barclays Center on April 03, 2026 in New York City. 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 Evan Bernstein/Getty Images) | Getty Images A couple of days ago, Hoopshype, perhaps tongue in cheek, perhaps not, posted...

The Portland Trail Blazers have reportedly resolved their television broadcast debacle — for now.

It's been nearly a decade since the last back-to-back champion in the NBA.

Stephanie White’s future with the Indiana Fever has been a topic of discussion among fans following the team’s first-round playoff exit. Given how poorly the season went for Indiana, it was hardly surprising that White emerged as one of the top candidates on the hot seat for much of the 2026 season.

PHOENIX, AZ - OCTOBER 10: Jalen Green #4 of the Phoenix Suns & Dylan Harper #2 of the San Antonio Spurs battle during the game during a preseason game on October 10, 2026 at PHX Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE ...

PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 10: Jordan Walsh #27 of the Boston Celtics shoots a three point basket 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...

After Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard agreed to a $44 million contract extension, ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins is expecting a significant leap in his production this upcoming season. As the Celtics begin their new era without All-Star Jaylen Brown, Pritchard’s expected to on an increased role. For Perkins, he’s predicting Pritchard to become the Celtics’ second-leading […] The post Kendrick Perkins drops massive Payton Pritchard prediction after Celtics extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Boston Celtics made sure that Payton Pritchard was under contract for the foreseeable future, locking him up on a two-year extension this week. The seven-year guard has spent his entire career with the Celtics to this point, and he is the second-longest tenured player on the team behind only Jayson Tatum. His name has […] The post Joe Mazzulla sends powerful message after Payton Pritchard’s new contract appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Brooklyn Basketball expanding its reach.