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Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr appeared to have a doppelgänger of sorts in the crowd during the Dubs' preseason game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 15: A detailed view of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder jersey during the game against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on October 15, 2026 in Houston, 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. (Photo by Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images) | Getty Images The staff question this week was about t...

The Philadelphia 76ers finalized their roster for opening night on Saturday. The Sixers waived Cris Carroll, Taye Fields, Dillon Jones and Jameer Nelson Jr. That quartet is expected to join the Delaware Blue Coats for the upcoming G League season. Those four waivers were in addition to the 76ers converting Tacko Fall to a two-way contract. Philadelphia now stands in regular season roster compliance. The Sixers have 14 players signed to standard contracts and three players on two-way deals. Ph...

The Minnesota Timberwolves enter the 2026-27 NBA season with one of the league’s most intriguing backcourts following the acquisition of LaMelo Ball to pair with Anthony Edwards. However, former NBA head coach Tyrone Corbin believes Minnesota’s championship aspirations will ultimately depend on its defense rather than its offensive firepower. Speaking with Kyle Odegard of NEXTPredict, […] The post Timberwolves get major reality check despite LaMelo Ball, Anthony Edwards pairing from former he...

Former NBA head coach Tyrone Corbin believes Miles Bridges could emerge as the Phoenix Suns’ X-factor during the 2026-27 season, expressing confidence in the veteran forward’s ability to make an immediate impact alongside Devin Booker. With Phoenix preparing for its regular-season opener following a disappointing 1-4 preseason, Corbin praised Bridges during a recent interview with […] The post Ex-NBA coach makes bold Miles Bridges prediction amid Suns’ Western Conference aspirations appeared ...

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The Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns may be unhappy about not getting an extension during training camp but he’s thrilled with his new backup. Towns has plenty of nice things to say about veteran big man Andre Drummond. “He’s amazing, he’s amazing,” Towns said, per Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News. “In my opinion, one […]

Karl Smesko had high praise for Atlanta Dream star Angel Reese.

3 key storylines before Game 1 of the WNBA Finals between the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries.

Phoenix Suns forward Oso Ighodaro confirmed that he and the team are discussing a contract extension, expressing his desire to remain with the franchise. “We’re talking about it. We’ll see what happens in the next couple days,” Ighodaro said when asked about the negotiations. Asked whether he wanted to stay in Phoenix, he replied, via […] The post Oso Ighodaro discusses contract extension talks with Suns appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Giannis Antetokounmpo admitted that his perception of Erik Spoelstra changed after joining the Miami Heat, describing the head coach as supportive, caring and honest after previously viewing him as a much tougher figure from the opposing side. “I think he is a great coach. The little interactions I have had with him, he is an […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo admits he was wrong about Erik Spoelstra appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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The Heat have made a series of cuts ahead of the regular season, announcing today in a press release that Ezra Ausar, Kylor Kelley, Gabe Madsen, and Bez Mbeng have been placed on waivers. All four players had been on Exhibit 10 contracts with Miami and are likely ticketed for the Sioux Falls Skyforce, the […]

LeBron is in search of his fifth title with a fourth different team as he starts a new journey in Philly

The 76ers, dealing with injuries in the frontcourt, have converted center Tacko Fall to a two-way contract.

As NBA teams finalize their rosters with the regular season starting next week, the Philadelphia 76ers are keeping Tacko Fall on a two-way contract.

Here's a blockbuster trade idea that could send Karl-Anthony Towns to the Warriors while helping the Knicks with their financial issues.

The uncles at the Golden State Warriors' core -- Steph Curry, Draymond Green and Al Horford -- were vibrant Friday night at Chase Center.

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr appeared to do a double take after spotting a fan who closely resembled him during Saturday’s preseason game against the Portland Trail Blazers. A roughly 40-second video shared by @TedBuddy8 captured the moment, showing Kerr standing near the Warriors’ bench before the footage cut to a spectator with […] The post Steve Kerr reacts after spotting his doppelganger in the stands appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 05: Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after getting fouled by Dylan Cardwell #32 of the Sacramento Kings in the first half of the preseason game at Golden 1 Center on October 05, 2026 in Sacramento, 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) | G...

Walker Kessler said facing Nikola Jokic in the Los Angeles Lakers’ preseason game against the Denver Nuggets helped him prepare for the regular season, describing the matchup as a valuable test against one of the NBA’s best players. “It knocked off a lot of rust,” Kessler said during his postgame press conference on Saturday, October […] The post Walker Kessler reflects on guarding Nikola Jokic appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Los Angeles Lakers invested a ton of money and assets into Walker Kessler this offseason with hopes of him being their franchise center. They believe he will be even better playing alongside two dynamic playmakers in Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves than he was with the Utah Jazz. Kessler has showcased promising two-way play […]

Here are the 10 most expensive projected starting lineups in the NBA for 2026-27, featuring title contenders and massive superstar contracts.

Are the Nets ready to take a step forward in 2026-27?

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Washington Wizards star Trae Young revealed that his decision to sign a four-year, $212 million contract extension this past summer came down to his desire to remain in the nation’s capital and his positive experiences with the organization. Young declined his $49 million player option in favor of the new agreement, which includes a player […] The post Trae Young reveals why he committed to Wizards with $212 million contract appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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