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After the Boston Celtics' extended guard Peyton Pritchard, the New York Knicks may be dreading paying Deuce McBride.

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From experienced seniors to talented newcomers and big-name transfers, here are the front-runners in each league.

The Knicks-76ers opener has a $1,474 get-in price, the highest in the NBA. See the most expensive games and teams.

They might not have been instant stars in the WNBA, but these six players are having a huge impact on the Finals.

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It's only fitting that LeBron opens his final chapter inside "The World's Most Famous Arena."

DENVER, CO - OCTOBER 11: Head Coach Tiago Splitter of the Chicago Bulls looks on during the game against the Denver Nuggets during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 11, 2026 at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. 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 Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images...

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 08: Former New York Knicks player Walt Frazier poses prior to Game Three between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden on June 08, 2026 in New York City. 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 Dustin Satloff/Getty Images) | Getty Images If you were to lo...

It wasn't that long ago that high-end NBA players consistently went to free agency before signing max contracts, often with new teams.

The long wait is over.

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the format of the NBA ahead of the start of the 2026-27 season starting on Tuesday

The Nets have spent three first-round picks on pure point guards over the past two years.

Angel Reese’s impressive showing for the Atlanta Dream against the Golden State Valkyries has prompted Robin Lundberg to respond to a fan about ‘inaccurate hating’ of Caitlin Clark. Heading into this year’s playoffs, a lot of the attention was on multi-time MVP A’ja Wilson and the Indiana Fever’s Clark.

DALLAS, TX - OCTOBER 16: Morez Johnson Jr. #14 of the Dallas Mavericks handles the ball during the game against the Atlanta Hawks on October 16, 2026 at American Airlines Center in Dallas, 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 (Photo by Glenn James/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty I...

Josh Hart has last year's championship trophy on his mind—and quite literally on his head.

BOSTON, MA - APRIL 28: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics interacts with fans before the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on April 28, 2026 at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images On...

The Knicks are starting Banner Night with a “Bang.”

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic has addressed his leadership role, the team’s chemistry and his physical condition as the franchise prepares for the 2026-27 NBA regular season. Following Monday’s practice, the Slovenian guard discussed the challenges of integrating new players into the Lakers’ rotation and establishing consistency with a revamped roster. Asked whether his […] The post Luka Doncic discusses Lakers chemistry appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Examining the best player from every NBA team based on USA TODAY's rankings led to revelations about Tyrese Maxey, Steph Curry and the Grizzlies.

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 14: Referee Italo Araujo #86 gestures during the fourth quarter of a preseason game between the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Clippers at Intuit Dome on October 14, 2026 in Inglewood, 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 Melina Pizano/Getty Images) | Getty Images Every season the NBA ...

Game Details Date Wednesday, October 21 Start Time 10 PM ET / 9 PM CT / 7 PM PT Location Moda Center, Portland How to Watch on TV Fans have both national and regional broadcasting options for tonight's game: National Broadcast - Portland Home Broadcast Rip City TV/KUNSDT2/KUNP-IND Phoenix Away Broadcast KTVK-IND/KPHE-IND How to Live Stream If you are looking to stream the game live, you have a few digital platforms available depending on your location: Trail Blazers fans in local market Blaze...

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Angel Reese is calling on Atlanta Dream fans to pack the arena and bring the energy after her team seized home-court advantage in its playoff series.

Tyasha Harris missed the WNBA playoffs after suffering a leg injury. Indiana Fever stars Lexie Hull and Aliyah Boston made sure to show their support for her.

Utah Jazz rookie Darryn Peterson has opened up about the severe cramping episodes he experienced during his freshman season at Kansas, describing one incident that left him in excruciating pain and required hospital treatment. “After one of the practices…I started experiencing like intense cramps in which my whole body was cramping everywhere. All my muscles […] The post Darryn Peterson: “I thought I was gonna die on the training table” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Trae Young believes AJ Dybantsa has the talent and confidence to become one of the NBA’s leading stars, praising the Washington Wizards rookie after his first four preseason appearances. “He’s 1 of 1 for sure. He’s definitely confident in himself but he has all the reason to. He’s gonna be one of the future faces […] The post Trae Young on AJ Dybantsa: “He’s 1 of 1 for sure” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.