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NBA Notes: Bulls, Caleb Wilson, Hawks, Aaron Wiggins, Pistons

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Bulls The Bulls won’t have to convince Caleb Wilson to embrace the moment when he makes his NBA debut Wednesday against the Raptors. The No. 4 overall pick sounds plenty comfortable with what’s ahead. “I want to learn how to play better defense, and I want to really have fun. That’s pretty much it,” Wilson […] The post NBA Notes: Bulls, Caleb Wilson, Hawks, Aaron Wiggins, Pistons appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Carmelo Anthony makes GOAT admission about OG Anunoby's Knicks NBA Finals tip-in

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The New York Knicks are currently making the final preparations for Tuesday night’s game against the Philadelphia 76ers, which will be the first of the new season for both teams. Before the game, the Knicks will be hoisting a banner and receiving championship rings to commemorate last year’s NBA title, which was the first in […] The post Carmelo Anthony makes GOAT admission about OG Anunoby’s Knicks NBA Finals tip-in appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope knows all about Ring Nights getting ruined, and he just sent Knicks a warning

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The Philadelphia 76ers are just hours away from kicking off their new season against the New York Knicks on the road. The 76ers enter this season with legit championship aspirations after adding LeBron James and Jaylen Brown to the mix this summer. Prior to the game, the Knicks will be hoisting their banner from last […] The post 76ers’ Kentavious Caldwell-Pope knows all about Ring Nights getting ruined, and he just sent Knicks a warning appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Draymond Green can’t stop gushing about ‘next face of franchise’ Yaxel Lendeborg

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Updated Oct 20, 11:43 PM ET

The Golden State Warriors are approaching the eventual swan song of the trio of head coach Steve Kerr, Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. But whenever they opt to ride off into the sunset, Draymond Green in particular believes the Warriors are set for the future with the next face of the franchise already on the […] The post Draymond Green can’t stop gushing about ‘next face of franchise’ Yaxel Lendeborg appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Adam Silver subtly toots his own horn to Pat McAfee ahead of much-anticipated NBA season

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The NBA season is just hours away from getting started, with the Boston Celtics and Detroit Pistons slated to kick things off in the Motor City. The NBA is looking to build on the success of last year, when the playoffs drew enormous ratings as the New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in […] The post Adam Silver subtly toots his own horn to Pat McAfee ahead of much-anticipated NBA season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Predicting the NBA’s Northwest Division in 2026-27

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DENVER , CO - MARCH 22: Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets jogs back to the defensive end after knocking down a three pointer over Donovan Clingan (23) of the Portland Trail Blazers during the third quarter at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, March 22, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post) | Denver Post via Getty Images NBA Divisions are important for only two reasons. They determine tiebreakers for playoff seeding, and they provide travel relief for most teams. That’...

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Walker Kessler’s defense may defy physics

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LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 16: Walker Kessler #14 of the Los Angeles Lakers plays defense on Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets on October 16, 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 Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Ge...

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Boston Celtics Daily Links 10/20/26

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PHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 26: The sneakers worn by Paul George #8 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the game against the Boston Celtics during Round One Game Four of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 26, 2026 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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...

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Southeast Notes: Dybantsa, Black, Conwell, Wiggins, Hawks

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Rival NBA scouts and talent evaluators are split on whether or not playing alongside Wizards point guard Trae Young will be ideal for AJ Dybantsa’s development, writes Josh Robbins of The Athletic. While Young is one of the league’s best play-makers, his presence will mean that Dybantsa is handling the ball less often, and at […]

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Enes Kanter Freedom shares death threats ahead of WNBA Finals Game 3 - TalkBasket.net

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Updated Oct 21, 6:12 AM ET

Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom has shared a video compilation of death threats he received ahead of his expected appearance at Game 3 of the WNBA Finals in Atlanta. “What’s up, Atlanta? I heard y’all loud and clear. Let me remind y’all one thing, I fear God and God alone. See y’all tomorrow…@WNBA,” Kanter […] The post Enes Kanter Freedom shares death threats ahead of WNBA Finals Game 3 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Wizards' AJ Dybantsa (ankle) to miss season opener

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AJ Dybantsa, the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA draft, will miss the Wizards' season opener on Wednesday because of an ankle injury.

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Who will the Suns face in Portland’s opening night lineup?

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Updated Oct 20, 3:20 PM ET

Dec 30, 2019; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) defends Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) during the first half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports The Phoenix Suns may be benefiting from their opening night’s opponents’ roster construction. When the Portland Trail Blazers, who the Suns play on opening night, signed Damian Lillard in the 2025 offseason, they knew that, barring injuries, they were set for a guard controversy. ...

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NBA: Timberwolves on NBA GM Survey

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Updated Oct 20, 3:20 PM ET

The NBA General Manager Survey, which consists of 48 questions answered by all 30 NBA general managers, came out this past Thursday and there are many things to react to when you look at the responses with a Timberwolves centric lens.  *Keep in mind, GMs could not vote for their own players/team Some of the best in the league The GMs named Anthony Edwards the best shooting guard in the league by a wide margin. Meanwhile they named Jaden McDaniels as a top five perimeter defender, and the...

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PTH Roundtable: debating the best lineups

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Apr 25, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) tries to get to the basket between Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (5) and forward Jalen Johnson (1) during the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect This is the third of a series of roundtable questions I’m asking the staff here at Peachtree Hoops about the Hawks this upcoming season. The third question: what would be your preferred sta...

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Knicks Bulletin: ‘That’s also why I can’t wait for that opening night tip’

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ORLANDO, FL - DECEMBER 27: Jalen Brunson #11 and Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks go through their pre-game routine prior to the game against the Orlando Magic at the Kia Center on December 27, 2024 in Orlando, Florida. The Knicks defeated the Magic 108 to 85. 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 Don Juan Moore/Getty Im...

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