Basketball News · LatestYesterday, Oct 16, 2026

The Bucks are going to have an afternoon tip-off for their Oct. 23 home opener with the Bulls to avoid a direct conflict with Game 1 of the World Series.

One way or another, history will be made at this year's WNBA Finals.

Bobby Marks recently wrote on ESPN about rookie/veteran contract extension candidates he is keeping an eye on, with one of them being perennially injured Mavericks center Dereck Lively II. It got me thinking, not only about what a Lively extension could look like, but what extensions might make sense for several players on our roster. The Mavericks have multiple players who are eligible for contract extensions, but the two I’m really looking at are Dereck Lively and Max Christie. So, what do ...

Here are five NBA stars who could average under 20 points per game in 2026-27 for the first time in years as their roles and teams change.

Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler remains focused on his recovery and helping the team compete rather than worrying about his upcoming contract situation. The veteran is entering the final season of his current agreement, which will pay him $56.8 million during the 2026-27 campaign. Butler, who recently turned 37, will become eligible for a […] The post Jimmy Butler addresses contract future appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

This is the last chance before the results count, so who will step up and lead the team tonight?

We’re days away from the Chicago Bulls embarking on their journey to build a core that’s relevant in the Eastern Conference again. They are young, explosive, lanky and fun. What more can you ask of these baby, rebuilding Bulls? Better yet, what’s in store for them? Here are five predictions for the new-look Bulls and their season: Caleb Wilson will finish top-2 in ROY race Caleb Wilson has done the easy part: Bring eyeballs back to the Bulls. For all his hype and flashes of summertime hope, W...

The NCAA filed a federal lawsuit against Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, three days after he signed an executive order giving the state's colleges and universities the option of allowing athletes who graduated from high school in 2022 to play a fifth year.

Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream are preparing to take on the Golden State Valkyries in the WNBA Finals. But the Dream’s run to the Finals has been overshadowed by their arena controversy.

After LeBron James joined the Philadelphia 76ers over the summer, many assumed Los Angeles Lakers’ Luka Doncic would lead the franchise to their new era alongside Austin Reaves. Lakers head coach JJ Redick says Doncic could have an MVP-caliber season. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean he’s the most outspoke player on his team. Reaves is […] The post Insider’s revelation shows Austin Reaves is Lakers’ true leader over Luka Doncic in 1 key area appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Milwaukee Bucks will look like a completely different team than they have in years past, and it looks like they’re heading toward a youth movement under head coach Taylor Jenkins. With less than a week before opening week, the Bucks are in a bit of a roster crunch, and they’re going to have to […] The post Bucks rumors: Milwaukee weighing potential veteran trades in order to keep this 1 player appeared first on ClutchPoints.

With the New York Knicks deciding to end contract talks with Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart, the mood around the team isn’t the best at the moment. But it’s about to be party time in New York once again, with the champions set to get their rings and raise their banner on opening night at […] The post Knicks’ Jalen Brunson loses himself when imagining MSG banner raising appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Jericho Sims and Moussa Cissé could be "names to monitor" for the Sixers, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line.

As Tyler Kolek emerges as a more promising trade chip, we assess what the Knicks could get in return for him.

Prior to tearing his ACL in January, Butler was putting up his best numbers in the past four seasons.

NBA teams are budgeting for expansion fee payouts from two new franchises, which adds pressure on the league to expand to Seattle along with Las Vegas, ownership sources told ESPN. Each team is expected to receive a distribution of $500 million to $600 million. One team ESPN spoke to is planning around $533 million. Teams have been preparing for the money for some time, whether for roster spending, arena upgrades or paying down debt. Without a Seattle team, each franchise would receive hundre...

Here are 10 bold predictions for the NBA season, including the Knicks' biggest competition in the East, surprise teams in the West, and standout players.

Kevin Durant is going to score less and defend more. The Rockets could finish third in the West, trade a 2027 first-round pick and resist a Kyrie Irving reunion. Here are 10 bold predictions for Houston's season, including what could happen with Reed Sheppard. Read for free. submitted by /u/TheAthletic [link] [comments]

Stephen A. Smith has a message for the WNBA, and he isn’t interested in sugarcoating it. The ESPN personality unloaded on the league over its scramble to secure an arena for the Atlanta Dream’s home games in the WNBA Finals, calling the situation “pretty damn pathetic,” “bush league,” and “embarrassing” despite the league’s recent explosion […]

The Detroit Pistons (2-1) face the Toronto Raptors (2-2) at Little Caesars Arena on Friday night in NBA preseason action. How to Watch Pistons vs Raptors When: Friday, October 16, 2026 Time: 7:00 PM ET TV Channel: The Spot - Detroit 20 (WMYD), The Spot - Grand Rapids 17 Live Stream: Fubo (try for free) Detroit enters its preseason finale following a convincing 128-106 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday. Jalen Duren led the Pistons with 24 points in just 15 minutes, shooting ...

After the Knicks waived three veteran camp invitees on Thursday, Ian Begley of SNY.tv views center James Wiseman as a lock to make the team’s regular season roster. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean that swingman Bruce Brown, the other remaining veteran vying for a roster spot, will be the odd man out. There’s “strong support” […]

The fantasy basketball crew identifies one player they feel differently about than seemingly everyone else.

Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Aday Mara has delivered encouraging performances during the 2026 NBA preseason, although an ongoing contract dispute with his former Spanish club could complicate the beginning of his professional career. The 7-foot-3 center averaged 13.4 points, 7.6 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 2.2 blocks per game during preseason action. Oklahoma City selected Mara […] The post Thunder rookie Aday Mara posts solid numbers during preseason appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

What we think the 2026-27 college basketball preseason AP Top 25 could look like when it is released on Monday

The Atlanta Dream look to stay unbeaten in the postseason and finish off the New York Liberty in Game 3.

The Liberty dispatched the No. 1 seed Lynx in dominating fashion in Game 1. But can they do it again?

The Fever were embarrassed by the Aces in Game 1 and will have to dig deep at home to even the series.

The Dream are hoping suffocating defense and balanced scoring will be enough to finish off the Mystics in Game 2.

The Aces and Fever are playing for all the marbles in what could be an epic Game 3.

The debate over transgender athletes took over much of the conversation around the WNBA this summer after Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham took a high-profile stance on the issue, even though the league has never had a transgender woman in the league. Now, a new report has found that much of that discourse was driven…