Basketball News · LatestMonday, Oct 26, 2026

The Dallas Mavericks finished their first week of the 2026-27 season with a 1-2 record. They got blown off the floor in game one by Houston (128-110), bounced back with a win in Indiana (121-105), and then fell to San Antonio in their home opener (122-106). Cooper Flagg led the way with 23 points per game. Flagg also injured his shoulder against Indiana and missed their last game. Grade: B+ If you take out the second quarter against the Rockets and the fourth quarter against the Spurs, the Ma...

The WNBA Finals head back to Ballhalla for Game 5 on Monday night.

New York's 0-3 start sees them tumble out of the top 10, but it's too early to worry.

The sixth man supreme doggedly sharpens his game in brutal summer practices. That's an edge the C's will need.

This week our hosts walk though the SEC in an effort to determine which teams will rise to the top and punch a ticket to March Madness. The post The IX Sports Podcast College Basketball Edition: SEC preview appeared first on The IX Sports.

The Milwaukee Bucks outlasted the Indiana Pacers 110-102 to earn their first win of the season, avoiding a 0-4 start on Monday night. Tyler Herro dropped 23 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists; Ryan Rollins had 19, Kyle Kuzma 17, and Kel’el Ware had 16 and 14 rebounds for his second straight double-double for the […] The post Herro lifts Bucks to first win, outlast Pacers 110-102 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The NBA Rookie of the Year was listed as questionable on the injury report until participating in the Mavericks' shootaround earlier on Monday.

Last season’s star for the Kentucky Wildcats, Otega Oweh, heard his name called this past summer in the NBA draft when the Oklahoma City Thunder selected him with the 41st overall pick. He showed flashes in the preseason and it looked like he would have a very good chance at carving out an immediate roll […]

Here's all you need to know to tune in to a pivotal Game 5 between Golden State and Atlanta.

Golden State's arena has quickly become known for the best atmosphere in the W. Welcome to Ballhalla.

Mar 15, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; VCU Rams forward Jadrian Tracey (2) celebrates after defeating the Dayton Flyers in the Atlantic 10 Conference Tournament Championship game at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images | Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images Last week, as the start of college basketball season nears, the Associated Press released its usual preseason Top-25 poll. At the top were most of the expected: Florida, Duke, Illinois, UConn, Arizona, among others. Nowhe...

The Celtics host the Bulls as Jayson Tatum and Paul George look to build on their latest victory.

Game Details Date Monday, October 26 Start Time 7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 4 PM PT Location Rocket Arena, Cleveland How to Watch on TV Fans have national and regional broadcasting options for tonight's game: National Broadcast CBS Cleveland Home Broadcast RESN/WUAB-IND Minnesota Away Broadcast MNMT How to Live Stream If you are looking to stream the game live, you have a few digital platforms available depending on your location: Cavaliers fans in local market DAZN Timberwolves fans in local market ...

Fans are convinced Austin Reaves was throwing shade at LeBron James when he said there are no egos on the Lakers.

Game Details Date Monday, October 26 Start Time 9 PM ET / 8 PM CT / 6 PM PT Location Delta Center, Salt Lake City How to Watch on TV Fans have regional broadcasting options for tonight's game: Utah Home Broadcast KJZZ-IND Memphis Away Broadcast - How to Live Stream If you are looking to stream the game live, you have a few digital platforms available depending on your location: Jazz fans in local market Jazz+ Grizzlies fans in local market DAZN Out-of-market fans NBA League Pass READ MORE: Fu...

After a long, contentious negotiation, Jalen Duren finally landed a $200 million deal, but the Detroit Pistons were hesitant to max out their All-NBA/All-Star.

Game Details Date Monday, October 26 Start Time 10 PM ET / 9 PM CT / 7 PM PT Location Ball Arena, Denver How to Watch on TV Fans have regional broadcasting options for tonight's game: Denver Home Broadcast NBCSN Golden State Away Broadcast ALT How to Live Stream If you are looking to stream the game live, you have a few digital platforms available depending on your location: Nuggets fans in local market Peacock Warriors fans in local market ALT+ Out-of-market fans NBA League Pass READ MORE: F...

It's early (obviously), but the Eastern Conference looks as deep as ever.

Per a Spurs press relase: ‘‘The San Antonio Spurs today announced Sinclair Broadcast Group (Sinclair) as the team’s new over-the-air media partner, bringing Spurs basketball to local fans beginning with the 2026-27 season. Twenty-two games throughout the season will be broadcast on CW SA in San Antonio, as well as on other local stations across the wider Spurs market, ensuring fans will have access to exciting game action this season.” Spurs announced Sinclair Broadcast Group (Sinclair) as th...

United States President Donald Trump took aim at the WNBA last week, criticizing players in the WNBA Finals for leaving the court before the national anthem and telling fans to stop watching the league. The players, however, don’t seem to be all that worried about what he has to say. Members of both the Atlanta…

Angel Reese defends Gabby Williams. | NBAE via Getty Images While the 2026 WNBA Finals are tied 2-2, nothing is ever evenly balanced. A pivotal Game 5 awaits. The team that wins two games will be crowned champion. The question is: Which team has the edge right now? Is it the Golden State Valkyries after regaining homecourt advantage with their Game 4 win? Or is it the Atlanta Dream, as they have consistently outplayed their opponent up to this point? Let’s take a deeper look at determine whic...

From contenders to Cinderellas, these 75 teams will make noise this season -- and, potentially, in March.

It’s still early, but Cameron Boozer is quickly establishing himself in the NBA

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 24: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on against the Milwaukee Bucks at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 24, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Bucks 127-116. 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 Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images Transparency and auth...

Game Details Date Monday, October 26 Start Time 8.30 PM ET / 7.30 PM CT / 5.30 PM PT Location Toyota Center, Houston How to Watch on TV Fans have national and regional broadcasting options for tonight's game: Houston Home Broadcast ANF - Atlanta News First Atlanta Away Broadcast Space City Home Network How to Live Stream If you are looking to stream the game live, you have a few digital platforms available depending on your location: Rockets fans in local market SCHN+ Hawks fans in local mark...

The Lakers were not willing to meet the Bucks' asking price.

A viral rumour on social media has claimed that Sophie Cunningham plans to attend Game 5 of the 2026 WNBA Finals. The 2026 WNBA Finals have fans on the edge of their seats as the series is currently tied 2-2 ahead of Game 5 at Chase Center.

Game Details Date Monday, October 26 Start Time 8 PM ET / 7 PM CT / 6 PM PT Location Paycom Center, Oklahoma How to Watch on TV Fans have national and regional broadcasting options for tonight's game: Oklahoma Home Broadcast KSBI-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: Thunder fans in local market Thunder+ Suns fans in local market Suns+ Out-of-market fans...

Here's the full WNBA schedule for Oct. 26, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.

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