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It’s no secret the connection that Knicks fans of a certain generation feel toward the 1972-73 championship-winning squad.

The New York Knicks closed their preseason schedule with a 122-120 win over the Toronto Raptors at Madison Square Garden on Thursday, October 15. Tyler Kolek hit a go-ahead three-pointer with 53.2 seconds remaining, helping New York hold on for a two-point victory. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 20 points and seven assists, while […] The post Knicks close preseason by edging Raptors appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Jalen Williams’ hamstring injury in the 2026 Playoffs meant that Ajay Mitchell stepped into the starting lineup for the Oklahoma City Thunder’s series against the Los Angeles Lakers. Mitchell responded by averaging 22.5 points, six assists and three rebounds per game and produced a playoff career-high of 28 points in Game 4 to complete the […] The post Thunder’s Jalen Williams loved scrollmaxxing when Ajay Mitchell cooked Lakers in playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Maybe it’s in the surname. San Antonio Spurs forward Carter Bryant drew inspiration from NBA legend Kobe Bryant in the summer, hoping to make a big leap in his sophomore year. Bryant showed promise in his rookie season with his energy and athleticism. The learning curve is still high, and the 20-year-old upstart knows he […] The post Spurs’ Carter Bryant reveals Kobe Bryant-inspired workout that sounds wild appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Sophie Cunningham has a message for teams defending Angel Reese in the playoffs. The Indiana Fever guard believes opponents cannot afford to keep giving Reese wide-open looks from beyond the arc, even if the forward is not yet known as a “knockdown shooter.

The Los Angeles Lakers have discussed trading Dalton Knecht to the Milwaukee Bucks in exchange for center Jericho Sims, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer.

The Miami Heat spent the offseason reshaping their roster around Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, but one former Heat head coach is not buying the hype. Stan Van Gundy, who led Miami from 2003 to 2005, offered a skeptical preview of the team and singled out Adebayo. “I’m not as high on Miami as a […] The post Heat star Bam Adebayo draws ‘overrated’ claim from former Miami coach appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Anfernee Simons and Bona will remain sidelined for the Sixers' final game of the preseason.

Allisha Gray, who has been out after injuring her left ring finger, said the final decision would be made by the medical staff.

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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. […]

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.

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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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...

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...

The New Orleans Pelicans (2-1) face the Washington Wizards (2-1) at Smoothie King Center on Friday night in NBA preseason action. How to Watch Pelicans vs Wizards When: Friday, October 16, 2026 Time: 8:00 PM ET TV Channel: Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network (GCSEN) Live Stream: Fubo (try for free) New Orleans enters its preseason finale following a 101-97 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday. Jeremiah Fears led the Pelicans with 16 points, five assists and three steals, shoot...

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Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham believes his team is not receiving enough recognition heading into the 2026-27 NBA season, despite its recent success and an active offseason aimed at building a championship contender. “I still feel like we’re a little slept on, man. I still feel like people don’t really give us the credit that […] The post Cade Cunningham says Pistons are still being overlooked appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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 […]

Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla made the very brave decision to open up the lines to fans during an appearance on 98.5 The Sports Hub Thursday.

Sophie Cunningham questions the WNBA officiating after Angel Reese skipped a technical in Game 3.

If you like physical defense, principled coaching, winning margins on the offensive glass, and put-a-bow-on-it storylines, this is the Finals matchup for you.

76ers guard Tyrese Maxey said Thursday that having a healthy Joel Embiid "changes everything" for the Sixers.

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Angel Reese made her first ever All-Defensive team in 2026.

Four-year NBA veteran Caleb Houstan is signing an Exhibit 10 contract with the Trail Blazers, according to Joe Freeman of The Oregonian (Twitter link), who says the plan is for the forward to eventually join the Rip City Remix, Portland’s G League affiliate. The 32nd overall pick in the 2022 draft, Houstan spent three years […]

The Dallas Mavericks are a week away from opening the regular season against the Houston Rockets, but there are still some injuries they’re trying to get through. Santi Aldama happens to be one of those players, as he’s still recovering from right knee surgery. Head coach Dusty May was recently asked about Aldama’s progress ahead […] The post Mavericks’ Dusty May provides important Santi Aldama injury update ahead of season opener appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Carmelo Anthony had some high praise for Philadelphia 76ers' wing Jaylen Brown during his 7PM in Brooklyn podcast this week.

Atlanta Dream star Angel Reese is just a few wins away from capturing her first WNBA championship. The 2026 Defensive Player of the Year played an integral role in helping Atlanta reach the WNBA Finals, as the Dream eliminated the Washington Mystics and the New York Liberty to advance to the Championship round. With the […]