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Valkyries' Coach Natalie Nakase Reveals The Powerful Lesson From Her Father Inspiring Her WNBA Finals Run - Fadeaway World

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Golden State Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase has built her coaching philosophy around helping others. In the two seasons at the helm of the expansion franchise, Nakase has helped guide Golden State through a remarkable rise. The Valkyries made history by reaching the 2026 WNBA Finals in just their second season as an expansion franchise. […]

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Nets first-round pick cleared for season-opener after missing preseason

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Updated Oct 20, 2:55 AM ET

Brooklyn Nets first-round pick Joshua Jefferson could make his NBA debut soon. After missing the preseason due to a back ailment, Jefferson practiced fully on Monday, per head coach Jordi Fernandez. The No. 28 pick will be available for Wednesday’s regular season opener vs. the Charlotte Hornets. “[Joshua] will be available, yeah. He just practiced, […] The post Nets first-round pick cleared for season-opener after missing preseason appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nic Claxton (Hamstring) Expected To Miss Two More Weeks

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Eighth-year center Nic Claxton, an offseason trade addition for the Bulls, could be sidelined until early November, head coach Tiago Splitter told reporters this afternoon. Claxton suffered a hamstring injury during training camp in early October and was reevaluated on Monday. While Splitter said the 27-year-old big man is making progress in his recovery, he […]

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Angel Reese Could Become Atlanta’s Biggest Sports Hero Since 2021

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Angel Reese has a chance to deliver Atlanta its first major professional championship since the Braves won the World Series in 2021. Atlanta hasn’t celebrated a major professional sports championship since the Braves won the World Series in 2021. Now, five years later, Angel Reese has an opportunity to bring another trophy to the city.…

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2026 WNBA Finals Game 2 injury report: Just 1 Dream player is listed

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The Atlanta Dream are currently gearing up for Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, which is slated to take place on Monday evening against the Golden State Valkyries. The Dream trail 0-1 in the series after dropping a close one in Game 1 of the series on Saturday afternoon on the road. Now, the team has released its latest injury report ahead of the game, […] The post 2026 WNBA Finals Game 2 injury report: Just 1 Dream player is listed appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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End of an Era: The Dallas Mavericks have waived Dwight Powell

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Updated Oct 19, 5:51 PM ET

MACAO, CHINA - OCTOBER 11: Dwight Powell #7 of the Dallas Mavericks drives to the basket during the game against the Houston Rockets as part of 2026 NBA China Games on October 11, 2026 in Macao, China at Venetian Arena. 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 (Photo by Ryan Stetz/NBAE via Getty Ima...

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Cade for MVP? Plus 3 more important Pistons preseason takeaways

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The Detroit Pistons used their 2026-27 preseason schedule to get many of their new pieces in sync. Their 3-1 exhibition record showed the team is still committed to defense and working together to find success on the basketball court. After last season’s 60-win regular season and newfound postseason success for the Pistons, Detroit will have […] The post Cade for MVP? Plus 3 more important Pistons preseason takeaways appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The Portland Trail Blazers 2026-27 Season Preview: What’s New?

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PORTLAND, OR - SEPTEMBER 28: Ja Morant #1, Deni Avdija #8 and Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers poses for a portrait during NBA media day on September 28, 2026 at the Portland Trail Blazers practice facility in Portland, Oregon. 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 (Photo by Camero...

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Angel Reese has 30 points, 16 rebounds as Dream even WNBA Finals vs. Valkyries

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Updated Oct 20, 4:48 AM ET

Angel Reese had 30 points and 16 rebounds, Allisha Gray added 18 points and the Atlanta Dream stymied Golden State on both ends in the second half, beating the Valkyries 79-65 on Monday night to even the WNBA Finals at one game apiece.

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Enes Kanter Freedom says he will attend WNBA Finals Game 3 in Atlanta

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Updated Oct 19, 3:38 PM ET

ATLANTA (AP) — Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom announced on social media that he plans to attend Game 3 of the WNBA Finals in Atlanta on Wednesday as a fan.Freedom last was at a WNBA game in late August when he went to see Chicago host Indiana.

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Thunder, Suns Hand Out Rookie Extensions as Deadline Approaches

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LOS ANGELES, CA - MAY 9: Cason Wallace #22 of the Oklahoma City Thunder smiles during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers during Round Two Game Three of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 9, 2026 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pa...

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