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MINNEAPOLIS — After logging 21 minutes in another impactful performance off the bench for the Minnesota Timberwolves, teammates and coaches alike sang the praises of forward Trey Lyles, who is back in the NBA after a year playing overseas in Madrid. Those teammates include his point guard and fellow new acquisition LaMelo Ball. “I love […] The post LaMelo Ball loves this ‘1-of-1’ X-factor who’s filling in all the gaps for Timberwolves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Sacramento Kings are not winning a bunch of games so far in the 2026-27 NBA season, but rookie Darius Acuff Jr. is giving the franchise and its fans hope for a better future. Acuff, the seventh pick overall in the 2026 NBA Draft, is also not one to shy away from taking shots, and […] The post Kings rookie Darius Acuff matches feats not seen since Wilt Chamberlain and Shaq appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Luka Dončić’s scoring is dominating headlines.  But a huge reason the Lakers are soaring right now is his passing.  He had 13 assists in Monday’s 138-117 win over the Heat as the team finished with 39 assists, the most they’ve had in any game since Lakers coach JJ Redick took over the helm in June...

Ballhalla was brought to the Embarcadero.

ATLANTA, GA - FEBRUARY 26: Tre Johnson #12 of the Washington Wizards drives to the basket during the game against the Atlanta Hawks on February 26, 2026 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. 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 Joe Boatman/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Ima...

Jeremy Sochan had offers from teams in Europe and Australia but he’d rather wait for another NBA opportunity, he told Marc J. Spears of Andscape. Sochan was waived after spending training camp and the preseason on an Exhibit 9 contract with the Trail Blazers. He’s currently in the G League with the Texas Legends, the […]

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The Lakers second-year forward is close to being available for his season debut.

Despite a slow start to the season, the Golden State Warriors have won five consecutive games for the first time since the 2024-25 season. When asked about what makes this Golden State team different than last year's team, Warriors star guard Stephen Curry offered a simple response.

HOUSTON, TX - NOVEMBER 2: Amen Thompson #1 and Fred VanVleet #5 of the Houston Rockets talk during the game against the Boston Celtics on November 2, 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) | NBAE via Getty Im...

The Golden State Valkyries celebrated their WNBA Finals win with the requisite championship parade on Wednesday, an opportunity for the fanbase to continue celebrating the franchise’s historic win. The Valkyries became the first team in league history to win a title in only the second year of its existence. And for head coach Natalie Nakase, the […] The post Natalie Nakase drops ‘nasty’ admission on Valkyries during WNBA Finals celebration appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Dec 23, 2023; Dallas, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich speaks with San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) before the game against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con The San Antonio Spurs’ “Pounding the Rock” culture is having a moment. In the recent 60 Minutes profile, Victor Wembanyama praised Gregg Popovich as “the greatest coach of all-time” and called the Spurs ...

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - OCTOBER 23: Head Coach Will Hardy and Lauri Markkanen #23 of the Utah Jazz look on during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on October 23, 2026 at Delta Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images) ...

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 11: Neemias Queta #88 of the Boston Celtics fights for a loose ball with Myles Turner #3 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half at Fiserv Forum on December 11, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 John Fisher/Getty Images) | Getty Images Milwaukee Bucks (1-6) at Bo...

Yaxel Lendeborg has gotten off to a such a promising start that he’s changed the Warriors’ outlook, owner Joe Lacob said in interview with 95.7 FM The Game. (hat tip to Taylor Wirth of NBCSportsBayArea.com). “Everyone makes mistakes, and we didn’t get the draft exactly right, or maybe we didn’t get the development right on […]

Gabby Williams reveals how she reacted to the NBA legend's message after the historic win.

Best WNBA Finals Ever? The post Valkyries-Dream Series Is Most-Watched WNBA Finals Since 1999! appeared first on Ballislife.com.

Mike has been doing more substack stuff and it's been very good. Here he works with Iztok to illustrate how the Lakers adjusted to how the Warriors were defending them. Simple in a way- just take Draymond (or Toronto's 5 or Miami's 5) out of the equation by screening with someone besides Walker. Good read though with clips to help illustrate the point. submitted by /u/nottherealstanlee [link] [comments]

The Los Angeles Lakers receive: Naz Reid, Tidjane Salaün The Charlotte Hornets receive: Cameron Carr, Adou Thiero, Jarred Vanderbilt, Jaden Hardy, $23.3 million trade exception (Naz Reid), 2032 first-round pick swap, 2033 second-round pick submitted by /u/No-Responsibility298 [link] [comments]

College basketball is finally here. See the odds to win each Power 5 regular-season conference title.

NEW YORK CITY - SEPTEMBER 15: NBA Commissioner Adam Silver addresses the media following the Board of Governors meetings on September 15, 2026 at the St. Regis Hotel in New York City. 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/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The 2026...

Nick Nurse can be better with his bench.

After missing the last three games with a left foot injury, Ziaire Williams returned to action for the Los Angeles Lakers and picked up where he left off, knocking down three 3-pointers in the team’s 21-point victory over the Miami Heat. Williams also got to see the latest in Luka Doncic’s recent run of outstanding […]

Are the Nets looking to trade both of their vets?

Meleek Thomas has understandably attracted plenty of attention in the Cavaliers’ backcourt. But Tyrese Proctor is making a case for minutes, too. And for a team that needs to finish more defensive possessions with a rebound, Proctor is finding a useful way to contribute. The second-year guard collected four rebounds to go with 10 points […] The post Tyrese Proctor is giving Cavs more reasons to keep him on the floor appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Head coach Jaret von Rosenberg | Texas A&M Athletics/Courtesy East Texas A&M head coach Jaret von Rosenberg and Co. shocked the basketball world on Monday with a stunning win over a Power Conference program, downing Oklahoma 68-64. In what was a buy-in game for Oklahoma, the Sooners gave up their lead four minutes into the first half and were unable to reclaim it for the remainder of the game. There were a pair of occasions in the second half in which the Sooners knotted it up, but Rosenberg’...

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NBA veteran Kristaps Porzingis is reportedly considering retirement, raising questions about his future in professional basketball. The post Kristaps Porzingis is considering retirement appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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The Heat have star power, but Wade sees no identity. submitted by /u/basketbaIlnetwork [link] [comments]