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“I don’t care if the shot is gonna fall or not.” Darko Rajaković thinks Allen Graves should let it fly

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Updated Oct 18, 10:53 AM ET

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - OCTOBER 16: Allen Graves #22 of the Toronto Raptors goes up for a layup against John Collins #20 of the Detroit Pistons during the third quarter of a preseason game at Little Caesars Arena on October 16, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty Images) | Getty Images Allen...

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PTH Roundtable: biggest impact from a new player?

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - OCTOBER 10: Pascal Siakam #43 of the Indiana Pacers dribbles against Luguentz Dort #0 of the Atlanta Hawks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on October 10, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 Michael Hickey/Getty Images) | Getty Images This is the first of a series of roundtable questio...

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California Post’s NBA Awards predictions: Luka or Wemby? Spurs or Lakers?

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After an exciting offseason with a lot of movement, the NBA season opens this week.  Giannis Antetokounmpo was traded to the Heat. LeBron James took his talents to the 76ers. Luka Doncic is now the head of the snake for the Lakers. The Knicks are poised to try to repeat as NBA champions after breaking...

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Jon Horst, what have you got?

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MILWAUKEE, WI - JUNE 19: Milwaukee Bucks co-owner Wes Edens introduces Jon Horst as the team's new General Manager on June 19, 2017 at the Milwaukee Bucks Schlitz Park Offices in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 2017 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Ge...

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Inside the Suns: Bold Predictions, the biggest roster hole, Devin Booker

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Updated Oct 18, 10:11 AM ET

Welcome to Inside the Suns, a deep down analysis of the current Phoenix Suns team in which the Fantable — a roundtable of Bright Siders — give their takes on the Suns’ latest issues and news. Fantable Questions of the Week Q1: What is your boldest prediction for the Suns’ 2026-27 season? GuarGuar: My boldest prediction is we will be a Top 4 seed in the Western Conference this year. I think the cohesiveness and development of this group will show big time, and I also think we will have better ...

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California Post’s NBA Power Rankings: Lakers among top teams

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Updated Oct 18, 12:16 PM ET

Each week, Melissa Rohlin of the California Post will power rank the NBA’s 30 teams: 1. San Antonio Spurs There was palpable pain on Victor Wembanyama’s face after the Knicks eliminated the Spurs in the NBA Finals. The Spurs had double-digit leads in each of their four losses in that series. Wembanyama blamed himself. Here’s to...

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Stephen A. Smith calls out WNBA reporters with a ‘very unpopular’ take

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Stephen A. Smith has sparked debate over WNBA media coverage, arguing that reporters should ask tougher questions about players’ concerns and league leadership. His criticism also touched on the Atlanta Dream’s Finals venue situation as the WNBA prepares for the 2026 championship series between Atlanta and the Golden State Valkyries.

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WNBA analyst laments Dream and Valkyries’ ‘disgraceful’ behaviour before Game 1 of finals

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Updated Oct 19, 6:02 AM ET

WNBA analyst Emily Austin called out the Atlanta Dream and the Golden State Valkyries for heading to the locker room during the national anthem. The Ballhalla Arena was packed with fans eager to watch Game 1 between the Valkyries and the Dream, who swept their opponents to reach the WNBA Finals.

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“Absolutely insane,” Cunningham says after controversial Reese no-call

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lev radin/Shutterstock.com baskSophie Cunningham questions Reese no-call Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham criticized officials for not assessing Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese a technical foul during Game 3 of the 2026 WNBA semifinals. The October 9 matchup took place at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Atlanta defeated New York 85-83 to complete a 3-game sweep and…

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Preseason lessons learned

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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 16: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers guards Hugo Gonzalez #28 of the Boston Celtics in the third quarter during the preseason game at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 16, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Celtics defeated the 76ers 125-120 in overtime. 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. (Ph...

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NBA Notes: Cavs, Evan Mobley, Jazz, Tony Bradley, Kings

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Cavs Evan Mobley gave the Cavaliers something to feel good about in their final tuneup before the regular season. Mobley and James Harden helped the Gold team beat the Wine team 96-82 in Saturday’s annual scrimmage at Public Auditorium, writes Jackson Flickinger of Fear the Sword⁠. Their pick-and-roll work repeatedly created openings near the basket, […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, Evan Mobley, Jazz, Tony Bradley, Kings appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Ben Simmons Calls Doc Rivers 'A Piece of S--t' for Controversial Comment with 76ers

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Ben Simmons still isn't happy with Doc Rivers five years after the former head coach's controversial comment following the Philadelphia 76ers' loss to the Atlanta Hawks in Game 7 of their second-round playoff series.

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Golden State Valkyries fans verbally attack XX-XY founder Jennifer Sey during WNBA Finals

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Jennifer Sey’s role in the debate around transgender athletes and the WNBA has seen Golden State Valkyries fans hurl insults at her during Game 1 of the Finals. A lot of unexpected characters got involved when the debate around transgender athletes potentially playing in the WNBA exploded earlier in the season.

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Former Warriors No. 2 pick Wiseman plays way onto New York Knicks roster

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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 5: James Wiseman #35 of the New York Knicks in action against the Philadelphia 76ers during a preseason game at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 5, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Knicks 120-97. 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 Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Ima...

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Enes Kanter confirms he will attend Game 3 of the WNBA Finals and ‘take some notes’ from Angel Reese

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Enes Kanter has made his intention to attend Game 3 of the WNBA Finals at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta clear. The Golden State Valkyries and the Atlanta Dream are the last two teams standing in what’s been a whirlwind WNBA season, reaching new heights of popularity on and off the court.

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