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Golden State Warriors forward Yaxel Lendeborg (1) drives towards the basket as Memphis Grizzlies forward Cameron Boozer (27) defends during the second quarter of their NBA in San Francisco, Friday, Oct. 23, 2026. (Photo by Stephen Lam/San Francisco Chronicle via Getty Images) Being a young-player fan in the Bay has been a creative writing exercise for a while now. How many times has Dub Nation squinted at a flash in the third quarter of a blowout and built a whole career out of it? I’m thinki...

Former NBA guard Kenny Smith, who has been an analyst for “Inside the NBA” for since 1998, has joined the prospective ownership group of Marc Lasry and Steve Apostolopoulos, sources tell NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter link). According to Haynes, the group is still in contention for a potential NBA expansion franchise in Las Vegas. […]

With the Miami Heat starting the season 0-3 after another disappointing loss on Saturday night to the Charlotte Hornets, 115-110, there’s no denying that the team is going through immense frustration after an exciting buildup to the season. As Giannis Antetokounmpo leads the way for the Heat, the team is still looking to acclimate to […] The post Erik Spoelstra finds silver lining from 0-3 start that’s bringing Davion Mitchell, Heat a lot of ‘pain’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

DETROIT, MI - OCTOBER 20: Jalen Duren #0 of the Detroit Pistons looks on during the game against the Boston Celtics on October 20, 2026 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. 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 Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The ...

MIAMI, FL - OCTOBER 23: John Collins #20 of the Detroit Pistons and Klay Thompson #11 of the Miami Heat wait for a rebound in game between the Detroit Pistons and the Miami Heat on October 23, 2026 at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida. 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 Issac Baldizon/...

On Sunday evening, the Memphis Grizzlies will hit the road to take on the Sacramento Kings in the third game of the season for both teams. Both the Grizzlies and Kings have players listed on the injury report for this game with various ailments. Here’s everything we know about the injury status of both squads […] The post Grizzlies vs. Kings injury report: Zach Edey, Cedric Coward, Keegan Murray all listed appeared first on ClutchPoints.

While the Golden State Warriors are still looking for their first win of the season, rookie Yaxel Lendeborg is leaving a strong impression on the organization. After the Warriors fell to 0-3, following a 131-122 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Saturday night, Kerr wasn’t shy to point out some areas the rookie will need...

The Philadelphia 76ers have had a hot start to the 2026-27 NBA season, currently sitting at 3-0 after a recent narrow home win over the Milwaukee Bucks. The 76ers played this one without LeBron James, necessitating a team effort from some of the other players on the team, including both Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe. […] The post 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey reveals what sometimes pisses him off about VJ Edgecombe appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 24: Egor Demin #8 of the Brooklyn Nets celebrates after scoring during the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena on October 24, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavs defeated the Nets 125-121. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Brooklyn Ne...

NBA commissioner Adam Silver expressed confidence a couple weeks ago that the NBA and the EuroLeague would eventually work out an agreement on a merger after EuroLeague shareholders turned down the NBA’s initial offer. The NBA has partnered with FIBA as it looks to establish its own European league, tentatively known as NBA Europe. Speaking […]

The Miami Heat’s brutal start to the season continued Saturday night with an 115-110 loss to the Charlotte Hornets, as Giannis Antetokounmpo fouled out with less than two minutes remaining. As the Heat are now 0-3, head coach Erik Spoelstra would speak about Antetokounmpo fouling out that comes with a criticism to the officiating crew. […] The post Heat’s Erik Spoelstra fires spicy shade at refs with Shaq comparison for Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared first on ClutchPoints.

T-Ross played for a T-Rex type of team for four years, and did a whole lot that newer fans might not remember

The relationship between fans of the Los Angeles Lakers and superstar LeBron James was a complex one over his eight seasons with the team. He brought a title to L.A. in his second season with the team — and guided the team through the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant — but it always felt like […]

Asked about the recent back and forth between Celtics forward Jayson Tatum and his former teammate — and current Sixers wing — Jaylen Brown, Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla said that while he’ll always be grateful for what Brown did for the team, he’s focused on the present rather than the past, according to Jay […]

Joel Embiid is moving better this season, but he believes he can do more.

Despite publicly calling to play Sunday against the Pistons, the 76ers decided to sit Joel Embiid due to right foot plantar fasciitis management.

Editor’s Note: Anand is back to grace us with his brilliance! However, we must note that this piece is satirical in nature. The content and jokes do not represent SB Nation as a whole. On Wednesday, October 14th, 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-pointer. The unorthodox move raised eyebrows ...

NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 28: Nickeil Alexander-Walker #7 and CJ McCollum #3 help up Dyson Daniels #5 of the Atlanta Hawks during the game against the New York Knicks during Round One Game Five of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 28, 2026 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. 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 No...

Kings forward Keegan Murray is still experiencing some problems with his surgically-repaired left ankle, according to James Ham (Twitter link), who covers the team for ESPN 1320, TheKingsBeat.com and Locked on Kings. Murray, who underwent arthroscopic ankle surgery in May, said during the preseason that he had “a little setback” with the ankle in training […]

Walker Kessler has provided promising returns through two regular season games with the Los Angeles Lakers. He unlocked a new facet for their offense as a reliable lob threat, and his rim deterrence was also on display on Friday night against the L.A. Clippers. In 35 minutes, the Lakers big man put up 22 points […]

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 23: Paul George #13 of the Boston Celtics goes up for the rebound during the game against the New York Knicks on October 23, 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 Imag...

Mitch Johnson motivated his squad to its first victory.

This Lakers website thinks we overpaid for Hayes at $6M. Yet they've signed Sandro Mamukelashvili for $13M a year for the next 4 years plus Kevon Looney for $2.5M for one season trying to replace Hayes. Yet Mamu has averaged 6p/4.5r/1s/0b while Looney is averaging 3p/3r and not much else in 2 games. submitted by /u/ClutchOlday [link] [comments]

Jovan Buha believes the Lakers should consider trading Cameron Carr or Adou Thiero for an established contributor.

Despite a strong start to the season for a New Orleans Pelicans star, Zion Williamson, they must have a backup plan in place.

For a plurality of Bucks fans, preseason has not changed their level of optimism.

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 23: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics talks with Head Coach Joe Mazzulla during first quarter of the Celtics Home Opener against the New York Knicks at TD Garden on October 23, 2026 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. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Boston ...

Banchero and Detroit's Jalen Duren face extended absences, while Flagg may not miss much time.