Basketball News · LatestYesterday, Nov 3, 2026

Oklahoma City, despite its success the last two years, remains one of the NBA’s youngest teams. All of the injured players are expected to make full recoveries. The future, so long as those recoveries materialize, remains bright. But the here and now, with no Williams and no Wallace — and also no Holmgren until January, anyway — could be a little touch and go. “We’re not asking for sympathy,” Daigneault said. “We’re not gonna make excuses. We’re going to accept the circumstances as they are, ...

The biggest mistake in Wolves history is finally fixed

Let’s hear your latest questions about the Lakers.

It was the best of times, it was the best of times.

The Timberwolves intend to sign forward Norchad Omier to a two-way contract, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Omier, who went undrafted out of Baylor in 2025, spent most of his rookie season in the G League. The 6’7″ forward initially played for the Cleveland Charge and then finished the year with […]

The Gators enter 2026-27 ranked No. 1 in the country, with one of college basketball's most imposing frontcourts and a whole lot of unfinished business.

This would keep a historically-good offense humming.

With the new CBA in full effect, the coming WNBA offseason could be full of big trades featuring big names.

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers’ current win streak hit two games following their 138-117 thrashing of the Miami Heat on Monday, and the team welcomed the return of forward Ziaire Williams. The six-year veteran had been sidelined for three games due to a foot injury, but he was cleared to go, picking up […] The post Ziaire Williams gets candid on ‘easy’ role alongside Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 27: Kyle Kuzma #18 of the Milwaukee Bucks talks to Myles Turner #3 against the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena on January 27, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Bucks 139-122. 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 Welcom...

Janelle Salaün and Jessica Shepard. | NBAE via Getty Images The Golden State Valkyries are still celebrating their history-making 2026 WNBA championship. But even as champagne flows in San Francisco, WNBA fans are rushing to what’s next. Denied drama last offseason due the extended CBA negotiations, the forthcoming offseason presents an opportunity to engage in schemes and dreams what could, should and will happen. With over 70 players who sniffed the WNBA last season entering the offseason a...

Only two weeks into the season, the NBA has a growing injury problem.

The FAB 50 Title Favorites! The post Preseason 2026-27 FAB 50: Top 15 Teams! appeared first on Ballislife.com.

Decisions on rookie scale options for the 2027/28 season were due on Monday — any team that wanted to exercise a third- or fourth-year option on a player for next season was required to do so by November 2. As is typically the case, a significant majority of those options were picked up. Even for […]

Lakers rookie Cameron Carr still teases his dad about finishing second behind Kobe Bryant in the 1996 NBA Dunk Contest.

Madison Booker and Texas made it to the Final Four twice in a row after 20 years away, but a new season brings a new roster with new challenges.

We have a long way to go in the 2026-27 NBA season, but it's never too early to wonder what the playoff field might look like ... right?

Philadelphia 76ers star LeBron James made a business decision when he was blocked from behind by Indiana Pacers forward Jalen Slawson earlier this season.

You’d never know what the Sixers’ actual biggest issues were based on the national conversations about them from this past offseason.

The Golden State Warriors are not considering voiding Kristaps Porzingis’ contract despite his indefinite absence, according to a team source cited by Danny Emerman of The San Francisco Standard on Sunday, November 1. The post Warriors have no plans to void Kristaps Porzingis’ contract appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Richmond is NBA history personified and is still up on the modern game and players.

The Mavericks need to start building good habits before it is too late

A look at how NBA superstars impact their teams' ratings when they're on and off the court, with some surprising results early in the 2026-27 season.

In a game that he finished with 33 total — his third in a row with 30 or more — it was the point Curry left on the board that left everyone talking.

AJ has been a better version of what he was advertised to be plus being a good defender. His advanced stats are good to, largely matching the eye test. He isn't forcing shots, playing solid defense and impacting winning basketball. I can see the ROTY race coming down to Boozer and AJ as things settle in the season. Bulls, Kings and the Jazz have each only won a single game. submitted by /u/kgallo19 [link] [comments]

LeBron James praised Russell Westbrook’s commitment and professionalism during their time together with the Los Angeles Lakers, saying the former NBA MVP never wanted to miss a game or practice. The post LeBron James: Russell Westbrook was a great teammate appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Marcus Smart pointed to pent-up emotions and the Celtics bench's chirping as the reasons for his celebration.

What to expect from the West Coast Conference in 2026-27

As everyone already knew before the game, the Knicks beat the Nets. New York 15, Brooklyn 0. Sheesh… Here’s the latest from the only people that play meaningful basketball in New York’s five boroughs. Mike Brown On the Knicks’ bench performance against Brooklyn: “Our bench was fantastic. I thought Landry came off and gave us […]

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 02: LeBron James #23 of the Philadelphia 76ers celebrates with Tyrese Maxey #0 during the second half of a game against the Chicago Bulls at Xfinity Mobile Arena on November 02, 2026 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. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images) | Getty Images LeB...