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The Los Angeles Lakers have signed guard Jahmir Young to an Exhibit 10 contract and waived Cole Swider in a corresponding move ahead of their preseason finale against the Denver Nuggets on Friday. ESPN’s Dave McMenamin reported the transactions on Wednesday, October 14, citing the team. The Lakers are 2-2 in preseason play as they […] The post Lakers sign Jahmir Young, waive Cole Swider appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell explained why he decided to remain in the game despite suffering a cut on the side of his face. Mitchell sustained the injury during the contest but was determined to continue playing rather than leave the court. The guard said his love for basketball and appreciation for the opportunity to […] The post Davion Mitchell’s decision to continue playing after a facial injury appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Otega Oweh will miss the entire 2026-27 NBA season after suffering a ruptured right Achilles tendon during a preseason game against the Indiana Pacers on October 13. The Thunder announced on Wednesday, October 14, that Oweh had undergone a successful procedure to address the injury. Dr. Martin O’Malley performed the procedure […] The post Thunder rookie Otega Oweh suffers Achilles injury appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo has indicated that he wants to play in the team’s final preseason game as he continues adjusting to his new teammates. The Greek forward explained that he needs more playing time to become familiar with Miami’s system and develop a better understanding of his teammates on the court. Antetokounmpo believes […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo hints at playing in Heat’s preseason finale appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell criticized his team’s defensive performance, admitting that the players were not aggressive enough on that end of the court. Mitchell believes Miami became too focused on scoring and failed to maintain the necessary defensive effort throughout the game. The guard explained that the team’s confidence in its offensive abilities contributed […] The post Davion Mitchell admits Heat lacked defensive effort appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo has expressed his excitement about playing in front of the team’s fans, saying he is enjoying their energy and the atmosphere inside the arena. The Greek forward explained that representing Miami has given him a different experience, particularly because the same supporters who previously watched him as an opponent are […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo excited about Heat fans and atmosphere appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr believes his team still has significant work to do before the start of the 2026-27 NBA regular season, despite a strong second-half performance in Tuesday’s 101-89 preseason victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. “We’re not anywhere close to where we want to be,” Kerr said after the game. […] The post Steve Kerr on Warriors: “Nowhere near where we want to be” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo believes the team’s chemistry has reached its highest level, pointing to the relationships between players and their willingness to support one another. The Greek forward spoke positively about the atmosphere within the team, explaining that Miami’s players are working together and encouraging each other. Antetokounmpo also acknowledged that there is […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo says Heat chemistry at all-time high appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell has spoken about playing alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo, describing the Greek forward as the greatest player in basketball history. Mitchell discussed Antetokounmpo’s ability to create scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates, particularly when opposing defenses focus on stopping him near the basket. The guard believes Antetokounmpo’s passing ability makes him […] The post Davion Mitchell calls Giannis Antetokounmpo greatest player ever appeared fi...

The Minnesota Timberwolves did not have much to feel good about on Wednesday night, but Jonathan Kuminga gave head coach Chris Finch at least one reason to smile. Minnesota was routed 128-106 by the Detroit Pistons in a preseason game at Target Center, dropping to 3-2 in exhibition play. The Pistons took control in the […] The post Timberwolves star Jonathan Kuminga’s night vs. Pistons leaves Chris Finch impressed appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The 2026-27 regular season is set to kick off soon for the Detroit Pistons. One of the team’s most important building blocks, forward Ron Holland, is central to the team’s upcoming excitement and development. The third-year forward represents Detroit’s grit and hustle with his game, two key components of the winning franchise identity. Holland is […] The post Exclusive: Ron Holland sounds off on Pistons’ championship chase, major individual goal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Toronto Raptors already built their identity on the defensive end last season, and Collin Murray-Boyles believes the addition of Kawhi Leonard could take that to another level. Toronto was a top-five defensive team in 2025-26 while going 46-36 and earning the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference. The Raptors then took the Cleveland Cavaliers […] The post Raptors’ Collin Murray-Boyles sees Toronto’s defense turning into ‘nightmare’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic has delivered countless spectacular assists throughout his NBA career, but one recent preseason pass might be his personal favorite. The three-time MVP reflected on the remarkable behind-the-back assist to Cam Johnson that stunned basketball fans during Denver’s preseason opener against the Utah Jazz. The highlight came on Oct. 4 when […] The post Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic reveals where his insane behind-the-back preseason pass ranks appeared first on ClutchP...

Fans of the Detroit Pistons hope that all is well that ends well for Jalen Duren now that his contract standoff is over. Duren is coming off a breakout campaign, and he is expected to move past the offseason brouhaha and deliver solid numbers and carry emotional maturity in his fifth year. The 22-year-old Duren […] The post Pistons’ John Collins gets 100% about outlook alongside Jalen Duren appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Kendrick Perkins believes Kawhi Leonard is the most feared and dangerous player in the Eastern Conference after the forward’s move from the LA Clippers to the Toronto Raptors reshaped the balance of power in the East. “Kawhi Leonard is the most feared and most dangerous player in the Eastern Conference — and his peers know […] The post Kawhi Leonard is most feared player in East, says Kendrick Perkins appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo has spoken positively about teammate Davion Mitchell, pointing to the guard’s speed, playing style and ability to maintain a fast offensive pace. Antetokounmpo explained that Mitchell plays an important role in Miami’s offense, particularly when it comes to pushing the ball and keeping the team moving quickly. “He’s incredible, and […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo discusses Davion Mitchell’s offensive impact appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Western Conference has been the NBA’s stronger half for what seems like forever. But that may be changing, and a couple of familiar franchises could find themselves on the outside looking in. Yes, that includes Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors. And Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks aren’t exactly getting a glowing […] The post NBA Insider: Playoffs not in the cards for Warriors, Mavericks appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Former NBA guard Nick Van Exel believes Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving can form a highly effective partnership for the Dallas Mavericks, while emphasizing how much the reigning Rookie of the Year can learn from the veteran point guard. Speaking to Marc Stein on the DLLS Mavs Podcast, Van Exel expressed excitement about seeing the […] The post Nick Van Exel wants Cooper Flagg to study Tracy McGrady appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Lady Foot Locker in Niles, Ohio, was the first place I saw a women’s basketball shoe. My mom and I had driven 30 minutes to a mall to do some shopping, and there they were: Sheryl Swoopes’ Nike Air Swoopes 1 in all its glory. The shoe was the first of its kind. It was 1995, a moment I’ll never forget. For years, men’s basketball shoes have dominated the conversation and the market. But times have changed, with new sneaker designs and colorways from signature women’s shoes have ushered in a n

Mitchell Robinson has embraced Joe Mazzulla’s demanding coaching style as the Boston Celtics center adjusts to a more active offensive role following his move from the New York Knicks. “He get on my ass a lot,” Robinson said of Mazzulla after Boston’s 114-93 preseason victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday. “Which I, you know, […] The post Mitchell Robinson: “Joe Mazzulla has been on my ass” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Tonight marks the third and final preseason game for the Houston Rockets. On the other side of the court, the Oklahoma City Thunder are playing their fifth game that doesn’t count. Obviously, some of that is due to the Rockets taking a trip across the Pacific Ocean to play a pair of games with the […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves have been one of the best teams in the NBA over the past three seasons; they made it to the Western Conference Finals in 2024 and 2025 and may have gotten back there this year if it weren’t for the San Antonio Spurs. But the Timberwolves chose to be proactive instead of […] The post Timberwolves players who will shock NBA world with breakout 2026-27 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Matas Buzelis scored 19 points as the Chicago Bulls defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 125-104 on Wednesday, October 14, at Fiserv Forum. Chicago improved to 2-2 in the preseason, while Milwaukee dropped to 1-3 after suffering its second consecutive home loss. Buzelis finished 6-of-9 from the field, including 5-of-7 from three-point range, and added three assists, […] The post Matas Buzelis leads Chicago to dominant win over Milwaukee appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle led the San Antonio Spurs to a 123-103 preseason victory over the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday at Frost Bank Center, as the hosts pulled away after a competitive opening quarter. Wembanyama finished with 19 points, four rebounds, three assists, two steals and four blocks in 23 minutes. He shot 9-for-14 […] The post Wembanyama, Castle lead Spurs to 20-point win over Suns appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The New Orleans Pelicans held off a late rally by the Dallas Mavericks to secure a 101-97 preseason victory on Wednesday at American Airlines Center, improving to 2-1 while handing Dallas its second consecutive home defeat. New Orleans built an early advantage and maintained control for most of the game, leading 56-45 at halftime. The […] The post Pelicans edge Mavericks in preseason thriller appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The LA Clippers defeated the Denver Nuggets 122-110 in a preseason game at Intuit Dome on Wednesday, October 14, earning their second consecutive home victory and improving to 2-1 in exhibition play. The Nuggets dropped to 2-2 after allowing 38 points in the third quarter, when the Clippers created separation and carried a 96-81 lead […] The post Clippers pull away from Nuggets for preseason win appeared first on TalkBasket.net.