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Cavs at Thunder: How to watch, odds, and injury report

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Updated Nov 5, 12:24 AM ET

CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 02: Meleek Thomas #15 of the Cleveland Cavaliers goes to the basket around Ajay Mitchell #25 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at Rocket Arena on November 02, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Cleveland Cavaliers ...

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2026 WNBA season review: The arrival of Angel Reese has forever changed the Atlanta Dream, and it’s just the beginning

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Angel Reese and Karl Smesko. | NBAE via Getty Images The Atlanta Dream were about 10 minutes away from becoming WNBA champions. Before that, they tied the franchise record for wins a single season. They won a playoff series for the first time since 2018. Across the end of the regular season and into the playoffs, they won a franchise-record 10 games in a row. Also, they won a Finals game for the first time in team history, and notched two more to advance to the first Game 7 in WNBA history. A...

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NBA Notes: Cavs, Meleek Thomas, Jazz, Jusuf Nurkic, Grizzlies

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Cavaliers Meleek Thomas is making it awfully difficult for the Cavaliers to keep him off the floor. For a rookie selected No. 34 overall, that’s already a pretty good accomplishment. Zach Weiss of Cavaliers on SI takes an enthusiastic look at Thomas’ ceiling, suggesting All-Star and even All-NBA honors could eventually be within reach. It’s […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, Meleek Thomas, Jazz, Jusuf Nurkic, Grizzlies appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Nets’ Jordi Fernandez addresses offseason signing’s surprising lack of playing time

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Josh Minott was a bright spot for the Brooklyn Nets during the latter half of their otherwise forgettable 2025-26 campaign. The Nets liked what they saw enough to re-sign Minott to a two-year, $9 million contract this summer. That commitment makes his exclusion from Brooklyn’s rotation at the start of this season a head-scratcher. Despite […] The post Nets’ Jordi Fernandez addresses offseason signing’s surprising lack of playing time appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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‘Their Timetable Is So Screwed Up’ – ESPN Legend Calls Out Fever’s Front Office Decisions Amid Stephanie White’s Uncertain Future

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Stephanie White’s future with the Indiana Fever remains uncertain heading into the offseason. The organization has yet to appoint a full-time general manager, and there has been no official announcement about whether White will return, despite reports suggesting she is expected to remain as head coach.

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Erik Spoelstra: Austin Reaves Is Winning Player

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Over the years, Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has worked to improve his game, going from an undrafted free agent to an All-Star-caliber talent who has garnered respect and admiration from players and coaches across the league. Reaves played for Team USA in the summer of 2023, where he got to play for some […]

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For today and tomorrow, Labaron Philion needs more minutes

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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 30: Labaron Philon Jr. #00 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts during the first half of an Emirates NBA Cup game against the New York Knicks at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 30, 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 The S...

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Next step? Fischer says Nets hope for big return for vets

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - NOVEMBER 1: Michael Porter Jr. #17 of the Brooklyn Nets against Aaron Nesmith #23 of the Indiana Pacers during the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on November 1, 2026 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. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Nets rebuild can probably be...

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Atlantic Notes: Robinson, Tatum, Traore, Minott, Philon

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When the Celtics used their full mid-level exception to sign Mitchell Robinson to a three-year, $47MM+ contract over the summer, it looked like one of New York’s primary rivals had dealt a meaningful blow to the defending champions. Through the first two weeks of the season though, Robinson is struggling to make an impact for […]

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Austin Reaves, Luka Dončić have been impressed with Walker Kessler’s recent play

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LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 2: Walker Kessler #14 of the Los Angeles Lakers plays defense on Giannis Antetokounmpo #7 of the Miami Heat on November 2, 2026 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE vi...

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Evan Turner says Lakers offered him $250,000

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Former NBA guard Evan Turner recalled receiving a $250,000 offer from the Los Angeles Lakers during free agency before eventually signing a two-year, $6.7 million contract with the Boston Celtics. The post Evan Turner says Lakers offered him $250,000 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Game Preview: Suns get another shot at the team that started their season spiraling

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Oct 21, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (23) celebrates scoring a three point basket during the first half against the Phoenix Suns at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Who: Phoenix Suns (1-4) vs. Portland Trail Blazers (5-1) When: 7:00 pm Arizona Time Where: Mortgage Matchup Center — Phoenix, Arizona Watch: Arizona’s Family 3TV, Arizona’s Family Sports Listen: KMVP 98.7 The Suns are back at ...

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