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Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic has revealed that his team has already incorporated some tactical ideas discussed with Real Madrid coach Pedro Martinez during the offseason. The two coaches spent several days together in Las Vegas during Toronto’s preparations for the NBA Summer League, exchanging basketball concepts and discussing different offensive strategies. Rajakovic explained […] The post Darko Rajakovic reveals Raptors adopted ideas from Pedro Martinez appeared first on Tal...

The preseason has come to an end for the Celtics so here are some things I learned.

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic is one of the best offensive players of this generation and an absolute nightmare to guard for opposing defenders. The idea of trying to slow him down is sure to bring a lot of stress to many, especially rookies, and that is exactly what happened to Golden State Warriors […]

SAN ANTONIO, TX - OCTOBER 14: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs smiles before the game against the Phoenix Suns 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 via Getty...

HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 15: Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets reacts during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder 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 Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Througho...

Kevin Porter Jr. is starting to showcase his true potential as a member of the Milwaukee Bucks, but as the franchise heads towards tanking, we name the four best trade destinations for him.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

The Post's NBA experts answer the 10 most pressing questions surrounding the 2026-27 season.

How did the Lakers look with their "Big 3" on the court?

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...

The Mavericks will not have fun dealing with this team

We rank the 10 best leaders in the NBA ahead of the 2026-27 season, and can anybody usurp Jalen Brunson?

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.

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.

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…

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...

Six new NBA coaches will try to make major impacts for their new franchise, and we predict how they will perform in the 2026-27 NBA season.

With Cathy Engelbert stepping down as WNBA Commissioner, she has some advice for her successor that they may want to keep in mind. The WNBA has grown exponentially since 2024, the league is currently going through an incredible period of transition.

One of the most dramatic things ever seen in an NBA game.

It'll take some time to fully figure out the correct order of the 2026 NBA draft, but several players have already outperformed their billing in preseason play.

A viral rumour on social media claims that Caitlin Clark sent a letter to Angel Reese before the 2026 WNBA Finals. Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream didn’t have the best of starts to the 2026 WNBA Finals, as they were handed a 68-64 defeat by the Golden State Valkyries in Game 1.

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 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.

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.

Hopes for the San Antonio Spurs are high, unlike those of the Dodgers and Rams.