Basketball News · LatestYesterday, Oct 27, 2026

HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 26: CJ McCollum #3 of the Atlanta Hawks drives against Tari Eason #17 of the Houston Rockets during the first half at Toyota Center on October 26, 2026 in Houston, Texas. 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 Alex Slitz/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Hawks looked to rebound from their first loss of the seas...

One would expect a team in the 2026 WNBA Finals to have a couple of players on the All-WNBA First Team, right? Or at least on the Second Team? As it turns out, we would be wrong: not one name from the Golden State Valkyries squad appeared on either All-WNBA team list. No, not even franchise cornerstone Gabby Williams.

Kiah Stokes had 13 points, eight rebounds and three blocked shots as Golden State moved within one win of a championship in their second season.

The Cleveland Cavaliers survived a 47-point performance from Anthony Edwards to defeat the Minnesota Timberwolves 127-125 in overtime on Monday night at Rocket Arena, improving to 2-1 with their second consecutive home win to open the 2026-27 NBA season. Donovan Mitchell led Cleveland with 26 points, seven assists and five rebounds, scoring five points in […] The post Cavaliers edge Timberwolves in overtime despite Anthony Edwards’ 47 points appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Jaylen Brown denied a report that he demanded a trade from the Boston Celtics or gave them a list of demands, according to a representative from Brown's team.

Giannis Antetokounmpo continues to fill up the box score. But it’s not translating to wins for the Miami Heat.

The already-thin Oklahoma City Thunder lost guard Alex Caruso to a right ankle sprain in Monday night's game vs. the Suns.

Kiah Stokes blocks Naz Hillmon. | Getty Images The Golden State Valkyries took care of business in Game 5 of the 2026 WNBA Finals, winning 64-55 over the Atlanta Dream to take a 3-2 series lead. Golden State is now just one win away from a championship after holding Atlanta to their lowest-scoring game of the year. Here’s what Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase said after the game: When you just put all your energy and all your fight into our defensive schemes, it’s going to be really hard t...

The Boston Celtics dominated the Chicago Bulls 134-99 after Payton Pritchard exploded in the third quarter on Monday night. Pritchard dropped 28 points along with five of his triples, Jayson Tatum had 23 points, seven rebounds, and six assists, while Paul George added 16 points for Boston, which outscored the Bulls 39-21 in the third […] The post Pritchard’s 3rd quarter carry Celtics to crush Bulls 134-199 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Celebrities were among the sold out crowd at Chase Center during Game 5 of the WNBA Finals between Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream.

Brandon Miller scored a career-high 39 points to lead the Charlotte Hornets to a 110-103 victory over the Washington Wizards on Monday night at Spectrum Center, improving to 3-1 through the first four games of the 2026-27 NBA season. Miller scored 27 points across the second and third quarters as Charlotte took control after trailing […] The post Brandon Miller erupts for career-high 39 points in Hornets’ win appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

One of the Lakers’ starting wings was fined for violating one of the NBA’s areas of focus during the 2026-27 season.

Angel Reese wore a shirt that said "Protect Black Women" ahead of Game 5.

Game Details Date Tuesday, October 27 Start Time 8.00 PM ET / 7.00 PM CT / 5.00 PM PT Location Madison Square Garden, New York How to Watch on TV Fans have national and regional broadcasting options for tonight's game: National Broadcast NBCSN Extra 2 New York Home Broadcast MSG Detroit 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: Knicks fans in local market DAZN Pistons fans in local mar...

Kings forward Keegan Murray will be reevaluated in 10-to-14 days after being diagnosed with left ankle capsulitis, the team announced in a press release. Murray experienced soreness and stiffness in his surgically-repaired left ankle after the team’s loss to Portland on Friday. He was ruled out of Sunday’s loss to Memphis after initially being listed […]

Auburn fired general manager Brian Kloman after alleging he withheld information vital to Mantas Rubstavicius' eligibility case, a source told ESPN.

Notre Dame basketball legend Skylar Diggins is returning to the women's basketball program in a new role that should benefit the Irish.

Celtics broadcaster Brian Scalabrine walked back his report that Jaylen Brown demanded a trade from Boston before being dealt to the 76ers in an awkward live TV moment.

Cason Wallace will undergo surgery for a torn labrum in his left shoulder and could miss the remainder of the season. Wallace and the Oklahoma City Thunder have agreed to a five-year, $139 million extension before the start of the season.

The Kings have picked up their 2027/28 option on second-year guard/forward Nique Clifford, general manager Scott Perry announced today (Twitter link via Sean Cunningham of KCRA News). Clifford was already on a guaranteed $3.26MM contract this season. The move locks in his $3.42MM salary for next season. Sacramento traded into the first round of the […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Collin Sexton missed the entire preseason and the first game of the regular season while recovering from a right soleus strain. But since getting on the court, Sexton has shown exactly why the Lakers brought him in this summer. Sexton was huge for the Lakers on Sunday against the Utah Jazz […]

PHOENIX, AZ - APRIL 27: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder handles the ball while defended by Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns during the game during Round One Game Four on April 27, 2026 at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Arizona. 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...

Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum may not have any beef after the former was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday, but the Boston Celtics may have helped cook up the "lamb chops and some gravy" between the two men that Brown referenced when asked about his relationship with Tatum.

Kevin Durant has made his admiration for Angel Reeseclear, praising the Atlanta Dream star’s character, passion for basketball, and offensive development ahead of Game 5 of the WNBA Finals. With Atlanta and the Golden State Valkyries tied 2-2, Durant also said he wants Reese to win Finals MVP and the championship.

The 2026 WNBA Finals between the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream continue to attract attention. Tied at two games apiece, the Atlanta-Golden State matchup seems evenly poised.

The Dream have played all their home playoff games at State Farm Arena this postseason.

Game 6 of the WNBA Finals between the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries will be played Thursday at 12:30 p.m. at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, sources told ESPN. The decision came after a weekend of negotiations. The Atlanta Hawks will move their game against the Cleveland Cavaliers that night to 8 p.m., as they did for Game 4. The schedule keeps a possible Game 7 on Halloween at Chase Center in San Francisco. The early start time lets the Dream avoid playing a potential series-clinchin...

WNBA Finals, Game 6 will be played Thursday,12:30p ET at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, sources told ESPN's Ramona Shelburne. Cavs, Hawks to start later that night.

Draymond Green believes Luka Doncic has started the 2026-27 NBA season with an MVP mindset but still does not expect the Los Angeles Lakers superstar to win the award, arguing that voter fatigue could work against him. Speaking on The Draymond Green Show, the Golden State Warriors forward stood by his prediction that Doncic will […] The post Luka Doncic will never win MVP, Draymond Green says appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Payton Pritchard has established himself as one of the Boston Celtics’ most reliable offensive weapons, but receiving praise from an NBA legend like Allen Iverson is a different kind of recognition. According to ESPN’s Hallie Grossman, Iverson approached Pritchard during the 2026 playoffs and delivered a memorable compliment to the Celtics guard: “You’re the coldest […] The post Allen Iverson told Celtics’ Payton Pritchard during playoffs he’s ‘coldest white boy I’ve ever seen’ appeared first...