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It’s time for Basketball: San Antonio Spurs vs Utah Jazz

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SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - OCTOBER 28: Keldon Johnson #3 of the San Antonio Spurs shoots over Svi Mykhailiuk #10 of the Utah Jazz during the second half of a game at Delta Center on October 28, 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Goodlett/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welcome to the Game Thread. Vetera...

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Discuss Trail Blazers-Nuggets Game Here!

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DENVER, COLORADO - APRIL 6: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets takes the opening tip off against Donovan Clingan #23 of the Portland Trail Blazers in the first half of the game at Ball Arena on April 6, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. 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 Dustin Bradford/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Portland Trail ...

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Hornets' Lee: Knueppel's Return 'Right Around The Corner'

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Hornets wing Kon Knueppel suffered a left hamstring strain during an offseason workout and didn’t participate in the team’s training camp or preseason and will miss his seventh straight game on Monday against Detroit. However, last season’s Rookie of the Year runner-up went through his typical pregame routine ahead of Monday’s game, per Rod Boone […]

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Raptors vs. Clippers injury report: Kawhi Leonard, Scottie Barnes, Max Strus highlight updates galore

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The Toronto Raptors have had a lukewarm start to the 2026-27 NBA season, currently sitting at 3-3. The Raptors have been without Kawhi Leonard for the last several games due to a knee issue, and unfortunately, that will continue on Monday in what would have been Leonard’s return game against the Los Angeles Clippers on […] The post Raptors vs. Clippers injury report: Kawhi Leonard, Scottie Barnes, Max Strus highlight updates galore appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers coach Nick Nurse provides update on Joel Embiid’s right plantar fascia injury management

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Coach Nick Nurse’s Philadelphia 76ers were 6-1 on the season heading into November 2’s home game against the Chicago Bulls and riding high in the latest NBA Power Rankings. Star center Joel Embiid found himself on the injury report as fans wondered if he’d play or not. Nurse addressed Embiid’s right plantar fasciitis injury in […] The post 76ers coach Nick Nurse provides update on Joel Embiid’s right plantar fascia injury management appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rockets look to get one for Ime vs. Celtics

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HOUSTON, TX - OCTOBER 31: Jabari Smith Jr. #10 and Alperen Sengun #28 of the Houston Rockets high five during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on October 31, 2026 at the Toyota Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images) |...

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Mavericks vs Kings Preview and Injury Report: Let’s see what Darius Acuff Jr. looks like

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SACRAMENTO, CA - OCTOBER 25: Zach LaVine #8 and Darius Acuff Jr. #5 of the Sacramento Kings look on during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies on October 25, 2026 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, 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 Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE vi...

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Joel Embiid available for Sixers-Bulls

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PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 30: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on during the game against the New York Knicks during a 2026 Emirates NBA Cup game on October 30, 2026 at the 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 David Dow...

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Game Discussion Thread: Knicks vs. Nets, November 2, 2026

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Updated Nov 2, 10:38 PM ET

BROOKLYN, NY - MARCH 20: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 and Mikal Bridges #25 of the New York Knicks high five during the game against the Brooklyn Nets on March 20, 2026 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, 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 Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) |...

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LIVE DISCUSSION: Brooklyn Nets at New York Knicks, 7:30 PM ET

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BROOKLYN, NY - OCTOBER 30: Mikel Brown Jr. #0 of the Brooklyn Nets shoots a free throw during the game against the Detroit Pistons during the 2026 Emirates NBA Cup on October 30, 2026 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, 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 Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBA...

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Blazers Reach Top 10 in NBA Power Rankings

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SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - OCTOBER 31: Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers celebrates a three point basket during the second half of a game against the Utah Jazz at Delta Center on October 31, 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Goodlett/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Portland Trail Blaz...

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Hawks at Pacers: start time, TV, streaming, radio, game thread

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - OCTOBER 10: Aaron Wiggins #2 of the Atlanta Hawks handles the ball during the game against the Indiana Pacers during a preseason game on October 10, 2026 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 Luther Schlaifer/NBAE via...

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Cunningham’s 33 leads Pistons to dominate Hornets 124-91 - TalkBasket.net

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The Detroit Pistons dominated the Charlotte Hornets 124-91 to earn their third consecutive victory on Monday night. The post Cunningham’s 33 leads Pistons to dominate Hornets 124-91 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Peyton Watson out for Cavs; Meleek Thomas to start

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CLEVELAND — It’s a case of bad news, but not terrible news, for the Cavaliers in their home game against the Thunder on Monday. The bad news? Peyton Watson is out with hamstring soreness. The not-terrible news? Rookie Meleek Thomas will receive his first NBA start. Let’s start with Watson. He was listed as questionable […] The post Peyton Watson out for Cavs; Meleek Thomas to start appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Wizards at Magic Discussion

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ORLANDO, FLORIDA - MARCH 12: Trae Young #3 of the Washington Wizards drives to the basket as Tristan da Silva #23 of the Orlando Magic defends in the first half at the Kia Center on March 12, 2026 in Orlando, 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. (Photo by Peter Joneleit/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Wizards are 3-3 despite an inco...

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RealCavsFans previews free app for fans who want a deeper look at team

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For Cavaliers fans who like digging into the numbers, RealCavsFans.com has something on the way. The site is preparing to fully release a free data app built around the Cavs, bringing team information, player data and lineup analysis into one place. “Excited to fully release this to all (real) Cavs fans in the coming days,” […] The post RealCavsFans previews free app for fans who want a deeper look at team appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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JJ Redick is again preaching patience while also acknowledging the need for improvement

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SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 30: Head coach JJ Redick of the Los Angeles Lakers motions to his team against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on October 30, 2026 in San Francisco, 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) | Getty Images Although not always the case, most good NBA teams o...

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Pacers' Pascal Siakam injury update vs. Hawks means entire starting lineup is out

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Indiana Pacers fans suffered through NBA hell last season, but they did so fresh off a near-championship campaign and with the knowledge that the team could be even better the following year. Well, they are either stuck in a time loop or enduring the worst injury luck imaginable. Either way, the anguish continues. Pascal Siakam […] The post Pacers’ Pascal Siakam injury update vs. Hawks means entire starting lineup is out appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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ClutchPoints’ NBA MVP Mondays: Is Cooper Flagg on his way to becoming top 10 player?

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The 2026-27 NBA MVP race is wide open this year, and after two weeks, there is still plenty of opportunity for stars around the league to make their early-season case. Although Luka Doncic, Victor Wembanyama, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continue to stake their claim at the top of the rankings, several young stars continue to raise […] The post ClutchPoints’ NBA MVP Mondays: Is Cooper Flagg on his way to becoming top 10 player? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA blew it by letting Natalie Nakase slip away — and she just proved it

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The NBA messed up.  It let Natalie Nakase slip through its fingers. She spent 10 years working for the Clippers. She wanted to be a head coach in the NBA. But the NBA wasn’t ready.  Will it ever be?  A woman has never been at the helm of an NBA team. The league has watched...

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