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Minor Roster Moves: Pelicans, Spurs, Kings, Mavericks

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After waiving him from his two-way contract in August, the Pelicans have officially re-signed center Hunter Dickinson, the team announced in a press release. It’s a non-guaranteed training camp deal for the former Michigan and Kansas star, confirms Paul Garcia of Spot Up Shot (via Twitter), which indicates Dickinson’s new contract features Exhibit 10 language. […]

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GM Ohemaa Nyanin reflects on Valkyries journey to WNBA Finals

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SAN FRANCISCO – It’s one thing to have a vision; it’s another thing to execute it. And it’s a whole other, seismic thing to see it actually come to fruition. But that’s precisely what the Golden State Valkyries have accomplished as the expansion franchise finds itself in the WNBA Finals in just its second season of existence. In a zoom press […] The post GM Ohemaa Nyanin reflects on Valkyries journey to WNBA Finals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks reportedly exploring Pacome Dadiet trade

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The Knicks are trying to defend a championship and stay below the second tax apron. Pacome Dadiet could get caught between those priorities. New York is actively exploring trade talks involving the 21-year-old forward, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, as relayed by Heavy. The discussions come as the Knicks weigh how to finish their […] The post Knicks reportedly exploring Pacome Dadiet trade appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Roundtable Preview With Stan Van Gundy! Plus, How Good Are the Lakers?

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Other notables: Stan Van Gundy, guest on the show, described Scottie as "a good pick." He also picked CMB as his second pick for 6MOY. Both Lowe and Van Gundy picked Darko for COY. Awards predictions start at the 1:01:49 mark of the podcast. submitted by /u/pcengine [link] [comments]

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The Suns are starting to finalize their roster

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SAN ANTONIO, TX - OCTOBER 14: Jamaree Bouyea #17 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs on October 14, 2026 at the Frost Bank Center 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 2026 NBAE (Photos by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE v...

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Lakers must improve these areas before preseason ends: ‘It’ll calm down’

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Updated Oct 16, 12:26 AM ET

In an ideal world, by now the Lakers would’ve already gotten at least one look at what their team would look like with close to their full roster available. But that’s not the situation the Lakers find themselves in entering Friday’s preseason finale against the Nuggets at Crypto.com Arena. It’s also not a matter that...

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Lakers trade rumors heat up as Opening Night quickly approaches

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Updated Oct 16, 12:07 AM ET

The Lakers currently have 16 players on the team and not enough roster spots to retain everyone. LA has already been actively exploring trade avenues for Jarred Vanderbilt, but have reportedly had no luck in their efforts. As Opening Night quickly approaches, the Lakers are looking to trade Dalton Knecht before the season begins. The...

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Why Lakers could really become NBA championship team this season

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What is the Lakers’ ceiling? Lakers coach JJ Redick and Luka Doncic believe the team could compete for a championship this season.  But is that realistic? In the Western Conference alone, there’s a Goliath-sized impediment. You know, the 7-foot-4 Victor Wembanyama who carried the Spurs to the NBA Finals last postseason before his team blew...

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Bulls Notes: Miller, Smith, Essengue, Jones, Second Unit

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Bulls forward Leonard Miller has been outstanding during the preseason and appears to be ahead of Noa Essengue and Patrick Williams in new head coach Tiago Splitter’s rotation, writes Joe Cowley of The Chicago Sun-Times. The 33rd overall pick in the 2023 draft, Miller didn’t play much during his two-and-a-half seasons in Minnesota, but he […]

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Collin Sexton ‘trending in right direction’ for debut

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WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 07: Collin Sexton #2 of the Chicago Bulls looks on during the first half against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on April 7, 2026 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. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Images EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — On the eve of their final preseason game against ...

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Loudest crowd reactions in recent March Madness history

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Watch over 15 minutes of the best and loudest crowd reactions from recent March Madness history, featuring only arena sound with no commentary. Crowd pops, or spontaneous, deafening applause and cheers, reflect the intensity of these March Madness basketball instant classics.

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“Championship Experience Is Going to Give Atlanta a Different Kind of Boost”: Gabby Williams Singles Out DeWanna Bonner’s Impact Ahead of WNBA Finals

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Gabby Williams and the Golden State Valkyries are in the WNBA Finals, and the only thing standing in their way of the ultimate prize is the Atlanta Dream. The Valkyries crossed paths with the Dream three times during the regular season and came out on top on each occasion, but a lot has changed since then.

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Clippers Sign Miye Oni, Nathan Mensah; Waive Fletcher Loyer

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The Clippers have signed free agents Miye Oni and Nathan Mensah to non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 contracts, the team announced today. In a related move, Fletcher Loyer, who was also on an Exhibit 10 deal, has been waived. Oni, 29, was the 58th overall pick in the 2019 draft. The former Yale star played three seasons […]

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