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Indiana Pacers Send 2-Word Message as Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell Give Fever Something to Celebrate Amid Leadership Shake-Up

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After an exceptional regular season in which the Indiana Fever displayed their offensive prowess to the fullest, they had quite a shaky finish. From an abrupt first-round exit at the hands of reigning champions Las Vegas Aces to the departures of team president Kelly Krauskopf and general manager Amber Cox, the ship is sailing through the storms.

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“Stephanie White Is on the Clock”: WNBA Broadcaster Hints at Fever’s Next Move as Firing Calls Grow After Recent Departures

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The Indiana Fever will have a new-look front office next season after team president Kelly Krauskopf and general manager Amber Cox abruptly departed. The upstairs shake-up has not affected the sidelines at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, however, as Stephanie White will return for her third season as head coach.

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4 free agent centers the Suns could target after Oso’s injury

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MACAO, CHINA - OCTOBER 11: Dwight Powell #7 of the Dallas Mavericks plays defense 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 Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images) |...

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Tiago Splitter defends Matas Buzelis benching decision in win over Bucks

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The Chicago Bulls defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 132-125 in their first win of the season. However, they finished the game without most of their starters, except Caleb Wilson and Norman Powell. One notable starter on the bench was Matas Buzelis, who finished with 7 points and played 17 minutes. Instead, head coach Tiago Splitter chose to put […] The post Tiago Splitter defends Matas Buzelis benching decision in win over Bucks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Matisse Thybulle is already enjoying his role with the Lakers

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Matisse Thybulle entered free agency as a premier perimeter defender, and the Los Angeles Lakers saw the value he can provide. Despite offensive limitations, Thybulle fills a wing need and should have a significant role this season despite signing a minimum contract. With nine new players, head coach JJ Redick needs to sift through assigning […]

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Jeremy Sochan set to join Texas Legends as No. 1 pick in G League Draft - TalkBasket.net

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Former San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks forward Jeremy Sochan is expected to be selected with the first overall pick in the NBA G League Draft, according to HoopsHype. The 23-year-old will join the Texas Legends, the Dallas Mavericks’ G League affiliate, as he looks to rebuild his career and earn another opportunity in […] The post Jeremy Sochan set to join Texas Legends as No. 1 pick in G League Draft appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Jazz add former lottery pick

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Kobe Bufkin hasn’t had much of a chance to get comfortable in the NBA. The Jazz will give him another shot. Utah has officially signed the former lottery pick to a two-way contract, the team announced. Blake Hinson was waived to make room. Bufkin, 23, was the No. 15 overall pick in 2023, but injuries […] The post Jazz add former lottery pick appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Shakira Austin named to All-WNBA Second Team

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WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 30: Shakira Austin #0 of the Washington Mystics celebrates after making a basket against the Atlanta Dream during the first half of game two of the first round of the WNBA playoffs at CareFirst Arena on September 30, 2026 in Washington, DC. 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 Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) |...

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Fever front office getting overhaul as Krauskopf departs, Cox fired | The IX Sports

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The Indiana Fever fired Amber Cox and had Kelly Kruaskopf step down from their front office. Why and what comes next? The post Indiana Fever front office getting overhaul as Kelly Krauskopf departs, Amber Cox fired appeared first on The IX Sports.

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"They've Never Really Formed an Identity": Caitlin Clark Told to Learn from Angel Reese as WNBA Analyst Questions Fever’s Future After Major Shake-Up

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Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell and Stephanie White all sat with ‌gloomy faces at the podium after crashing out of the first round of WNBA Playoffs. This was Clark’s second first-round exit in ‌her three years in the league, and you couldn’t help but sense the tension in the air.

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NBA: Did LaMelo Ball Travel? Kash Patel Investigates

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On Wednesday Oct 14, the Minnesota Timberwolves kicked off their 2026-27 season against the Miami Heat in Biscayenne Bay. In the first quarter, new Wolves point guard LaMelo Ball gathered his dribble and performed an innovative ballet before splashing a three. The unorthodox move raised eyebrows on the broadcast but was not called a travel by the officials or challenged by Heat coach Eric Spolestra. But after the game the question remains…was this a travel? Only our country’s top criminal inv...

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All-WNBA teams announced: Caitlin Clark makes first team, Angel Reese eligible for supermax

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Angel Reese is in for a big payday after earning All-WNBA honors in 2026. Reese, who was named to the All-WNBA second team in her first season with the Atlanta Dream, is now eligible to renegotiate her base salary in 2027 due to the Exceptional Performance on Initial Contract (EPIC) provision in the new collective bargaining agreement. The Dream can now offer Reese a maximum contract in her fourth year and a supermax extension for the subsequent three seasons. Reese is scheduled to earn $396,282

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Cavs games reportedly coming to DirecTV for home opener

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Are the Cavaliers coming to satellite just in time for the home opener? According to Danny Cunningham of The Inside Shot and Locked on Cavs, that seems to be the deal. As you know, the Cavs reached an agreement with DAZN to broadcast regional games this season. It created somewhat of a fuss. And that’s […] The post Cavs games reportedly coming to DirecTV for home opener appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Walker Kessler is exactly who the Lakers needed

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Looks like the Lakers got their franchise center.  They needed a bastion down low. They listened to Luka Dončić when he said he wanted Walker Kessler. Rob Pelinka gambled everything to get him.  In his first two games? Kessler is making Doncic look like a skilled scout. And he’s making Pelinka look like a man...

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