Basketball News · LatestYesterday, Oct 29, 2026

Indiana Fever assistant coach Karima Christmas-Kelly is headed to Las Vegas for a netball event.

WNBA Finals fans at State Farm Arena share divided opinions as Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries skip the anthem for a sixth straight game.

Observations from the first week of play.

LeBron James was on the wrong end of a crossover and chasedown block to finally look old

Joe Mazzulla has found another way to review his work. Basically, he’s asking artificial intelligence whether he spent practice doing what he said the Celtics needed to do. It’s a reasonable question, even if most coaches probably wouldn’t explain it quite like Mazzulla. “I think it’s more to learn from your former self,” Mazzulla said […] The post Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla using AI to question his own coaching habits appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Clippers are picking up their rookie scale team option on Yanic Konan Niederhauser for the 2027/28 season, reports Law Murray of The Athletic (Twitter link). Niederhauser’s third-year option on his rookie scale contract is worth just over $3MM. That ’27/28 cap hit will now be fully guaranteed. The 30th overall pick in the 2025 […]

Officiating controversy has been a recurring theme throughout the WNBA Finals, and Game 6 added another flashpoint to the debate. During Thursday’s matchup, some Golden State Valkyries fans took issue with an apparent no-call involving Atlanta Dream forward Naz Hillmon and Valkyries guard Veronica Burton.

Sophie Cunningham and 10-time WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner were teammates on the Phoenix Mercury from 2019 to 2024. Griner has become an easy target and has no shortage of critics, but Cunningham certainly isn’t one of them. “Brittney Griner gets the worst rap. She is the coolest person you will ever meet, swear to God.…

The Indiana Pacers recently learned that Tyrese Haliburton would be out for multiple weeks with a hamstring injury. The tough news was then followed up with a loss at home against the Philadelphia 76ers later in the day, making Wednesday a rough one for the Pacers. Now, Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle has spoken on […] The post Pacers’ Rick Carlisle reveals absolute earliest Tyrese Haliburton will return from hamstring injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

As analysts speculate about what’s next for Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti after losing Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace to long-term injuries, NBA insider Marc Stein floated what a quality player might cost. Memphis Grizzlies’ Ty Jerome has been linked to the Thunder as a potential move, as has New Orleans Pelicans forward Herb Jones, […] The post NBA rumors: Marc Stein floats ‘dream’ Thunder trade target, but price is currently ridiculous appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Knueppel is still listed as out for Friday's game, the first of back-to-back contests for the Hornets.

Nyara Sabally, number 8 of Toronto Tempo, competes for the ball against Napheesa Collier, number 24 of Minnesota Lynx, during a Women's National Basketball Association game between Toronto Tempo and Minnesota Lynx at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, on July 30, 2026. (Photo by Indrawan Kumala/NurPhoto via Getty Images) | NurPhoto via Getty Images With the WNBA season coming to a close, it’s already time to look forward to free agency. Though the signing period won’t officially op...

Raptors The Raptors have a better idea of how long they’ll be without Kawhi Leonard. It still amounts to a considerable stretch. The expectation is that Leonard will miss approximately three or four weeks with swelling in his left knee, Chris Haynes reported on NBA TV’s The Association. Toronto’s official plan is to reevaluate him […] The post NBA Notes: Raptors, Kawhi Leonard, Nets, Egor Demin, Lakers appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Angel Reese has been unreal in the WNBA playoffs and continues to set new WNBA Finals records.

Kyrie Irving would command a robust trade market if the Dallas Mavericks made him available, sources told ESPN. For now, Irving and team president Masai Ujiri have both signaled a shared commitment to building alongside Cooper Flagg. Ujiri said the front office believes Irving can thrive in the new system under coach Dusty May. "We truly believe in [Irving]," said Ujiri. "We truly believe that he can succeed on our team. I truly believe that if we have the right players playing, we can really...

The Sixers could bank some early-season wins thanks to injuries around the NBA, but those injuries could lead to some long-term financial consequences.

Allisha Gray scored 23 points as the Dream held off a late rally for an 80-69 victory over the Valkyries to force a historic Game 7 of the WNBA Finals.

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 28: Jarred Vanderbilt #2 of the Los Angeles Lakers battles Baba Miller #18 of the LA Clippers for position during the second half of a game at Intuit Dome on October 28, 2026 in Inglewood, California. 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 Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) | Getty Images Across the first fou...

The Sixers have received the extra spending flexibility they requested after losing Ariel Hukporti. Finding the right way to use it is the next assignment. The NBA granted Philadelphia a disabled player exception following Hukporti’s season-ending Achilles tear, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. The exception is worth approximately $1.7 million, half of […] The post Sixers granted $1.7 million exception after Ariel Hukporti injury appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Yaxel Lendeborg turned the ball over seven times for the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday, and Draymond Green had some advice for the rookie.

Here is a potential trade that sends Kyle Kuzma to the Bulls as the Bucks consider moving more veterans following their rough start.

TORONTO, CANADA - MARCH 7: Trayce Jackson-Davis #32, Jakob Poeltl #19 and Head Coach Darko Rajakovic of the Toronto Raptors participates in an all access practice on March 7 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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 Vaughn Ridley/NBAE via Getty Images) | NB...

Jazz Darryn Peterson scored 18 points against the Spurs. When the game needed deciding, though, the Jazz rookie was watching. Will Hardy pulled the No. 2 overall pick with 2:05 left in regulation and didn’t bring him back for overtime in Wednesday’s 117-111 loss. “We’ve got to clean up execution,” Hardy said, via Shreyas Laddha […] The post NBA Notes: Jazz, Darryn Peterson, Lakers, Collin Sexton, Warriors appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Anthony Edwards’ knee procedure is complete. The Timberwolves now begin the considerably less enjoyable part of waiting for their best player to return. Edwards underwent successful arthroscopic surgery for debridement in his right knee Thursday, the team announced. Minnesota expects him to make a full recovery but did not provide a timetable. That last part […] The post Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards has knee surgery, return date still uncertain appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Tiffany Hayes' father blamed the WNBA for scheduling a potential championship-clinching Game 6 at 12:30 p.m., forcing fans to miss work and school.

ATLANTA — The Golden State Valkyries’ game plan on Thursday was simple: Don’t give the Atlanta Dream any life. After back-to-back WNBA Finals wins gave the Valkyries a one-game series lead, clinching the championship in Game 6 seemed realistic considering how lifeless the Dream had looked in Games 4 and 5. But Thursday, in front of a sold-out midday crowd at State Farm Arena, the Dream refused to be put down. From the moment the ball was tipped until the final buzzer sounded, Atlanta dropped the

Ranked No. 7 in the SCNext 100, Asa Montgomery treated his decision day to Duke like any other.

The Los Angeles Lakers got their fourth win of the season on Wednesday night, and their second win already against the L.A. Clippers. Luka Doncic and Ziaire Williams were ruled out, meaning Austin Reaves would be the offensive focal point and the key of head coach Ty Lue’s defense. Reaves did not dominate the way […]

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BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 27: The shoes of Paul George #13 of the Boston Celtics during the second quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at TD Garden on October 27, 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 Herald Celtics big man must shake this troublesome habit:...