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Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum can’t stop talking about their relationship

Kobe Bryant’s former LA Lakers teammate Sasha Vujacic has paid tribute to Luka Doncic. Luka Doncic erupted for 52 points in the LA Lakers‘ 132-123...

Three teams got first-place votes in the preseason poll, and 11 All-Ivy players from last season are back. The post 2026-27 Ivy League preview appeared first on The IX Sports.

CHICAGO — If height was the only trait that matters in basketball, Justin Champagnie would not be as important to the Washington Wizards as he’s been early this season. He stands a shade under 6 feet 6 in bare feet, a less-than-ideal size for someone who specializes in rebounding. Desire, smarts and toughness matter, too, and Champagnie possesses all of those characteristics in abundance. Champagnie proved his mettle yet again late in Saturday night’s third quarter against the Chicago Bulls. ...

Dan Titus examines the week's top fantasy adds, shaped largely by early-season injuries.

The Knicks are shooting the ball as if the court is made of Jell-O, but only when they’re on offense. They’re lacking in physicality. They’re not running. These are all the signs of a team with tired legs, but it’s the first week of the season. How could that be? The aftermath of winning a title still appears to be lingering into the next season. It’s not time to panic. At all. Don’t. The Knicks deserve grace. They’re the defending champions. They’ve gotten off to slow regular-season starts b...

James Worthy recalled how he learned the Los Angeles Lakers were reportedly discussing a trade that would have sent him to the Dallas Mavericks, just one year after helping the team win the 1985 NBA championship. Speaking on Byron Scott’s Fast Break, Worthy said he was watching the 1986 NBA Draft at home in North […] The post James Worthy reveals Lakers nearly traded him to Mavericks appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Heat host the Mavericks as Giannis Antetokounmpo looks to secure his first victory with Miami.

NBA legend Kevin Garnett has revealed that he seriously considered joining the Los Angeles Lakers before his move to the Boston Celtics in 2007, but difficulties communicating with Kobe Bryant ultimately influenced his decision. Garnett spent the first 12 seasons of his NBA career with the Minnesota Timberwolves, establishing himself as one of the league’s […] The post Kevin Garnett reveals why he chose Celtics over Lakers in 2007 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Former NBA guard Quinn Cook has shared a frustrating experience from his time with the Atlanta Hawks, revealing that the organization encouraged him to find a permanent place to live before waiving him on the same day he moved in. Cook explained that he had been staying in a hotel while trying to secure a […] The post Quinn Cook details heartbreaking experience with Hawks appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Clark got teched. Reese didn’t. Watch why.

Steady starter to an All-Star lock? Top-10 talent to an MVP? Breakout seasons take many forms in the NBA. Ben Golliver identifies 30 players primed to take the next step.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 24: Kel'el Ware #9 of the Milwaukee Bucks drives to the basket during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 24, 2026 at Xfinity Mobile Arena 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 (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Ima...

Whether cryptic, candid or combative, Brown spent 10 years in Boston unapologetically being himself. Don’t expect that to change in Philadelphia.

She was asked three times. Still no answer.

Oct 24, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green (4) drives on Golden State Warriors forward Georges Niang (32) in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect All right, time to dust off the old weekly recap and give it another rejuvenation as I reinvent it once again this year. I’d previously mentioned that I’d be calling this the Solar Report, and I’ve already given you my reasons why. Now I’m ...

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.