Basketball News · LatestYesterday, Nov 5, 2026

Here's our first look at the talented rookie class.

Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green didn't buy Dillon Brooks' explanation after the Phoenix Suns wing said he wanted to "de-escalate" a tense situation in Monday's game between the two teams.

If he is going to miss more time, it's a tough blow for a Hornets team that was one of the biggest surprises last season, going 44-38 a year after finishing 19-63.

Acuff is being asked to do more than any rookie in his class and so far, it's largely working as expected

With the 2026 season officially over, it's time to look at the best unrestricted free agents for next year.

The Golden State Valkyries made history by winning their first-ever WNBA championship, defeating the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in Game 7 of the Finals. In only their second season of play, the Valkyries reached the top, and Gabby Williams played a massive role in making that dream a reality.

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 02: Jalen Green #4 of the Phoenix Suns reacts after he was called for a foul on Yaxel Lendeborg #1 of the Golden State Warriors in the second half of their game at Chase Center on November 02, 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Image...

Scheierman’s gritty game was a key cog in a Celtics win

Draymond Green challenged Kendrick Perkins’ basketball intelligence after the ESPN analyst called him a liability rather than an asset for the Golden State Warriors. The post Draymond Green fires back at Kendrick Perkins over criticism appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Former NBA player Matt Barnes has criticized Dillon Brooks over his reputation as a tough player, arguing that the Phoenix Suns forward failed to back up his image during a confrontation with Golden State Warriors veteran Draymond Green. The post Matt Barnes calls out Dillon Brooks’ toughness appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

KOC breaks down the biggest action from Wednesday night's games and previews the 2027 NBA Draft class.

Autumn Johnson speaks with Northwestern State sophomore Chloe Donnell after she tied the NCAA record with 14 3-pointers in a game against Ecclesia on Nov. 3.

The Raptors have signed former Knicks guard Kevin McCullar Jr. to a two-way contract, the team announced today (Twitter link via Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca). Toronto waived a pair of two-way players – Trey Jemison and Chucky Hepburn – near the end of the preseason. The team subsequently converted big man Nate Bittle from an […]

Draymond Green defended his physical approach against Khaman Maluach, saying the foul was necessary to maintain his authority as Golden State’s defensive anchor. The post Draymond Green explains why he fouled Khaman Maluach appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Former NBA player Vernon "Mad Max" Maxwell has criticized Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green over his statistical production, arguing that the team should expect more from a player earning $27.7 million. The post Vernon Maxwell blasts Draymond Green’s production appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

NBA guard Ty Jerome has made it clear that he pays little attention to player rankings or public opinions about his performances, explaining that outside evaluations can change quickly. The post Ty Jerome dismisses NBA rankings and criticism appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Philadelphia 76ers lead the NBA with an 8-1 record despite having the league's toughest opening schedule, according to NBAStatGuy on X. “According to the official NBA schedule analysis, the 76ers actually possess the single toughest opening 10-game stretch in the entire league, meaning their density of elite opponents is frontloaded more heavily than anyone else's,” NBAStatGuy wrote on Thursday, November 5. The post 76ers lead NBA at 8-1 despite toughest opening schedule appeared first on...

NBA guard Ty Jerome has credited Stephen Curry's dedication to strength training for helping him understand what he needed to improve to take the next step in his career. The post Ty Jerome details what Steph Curry taught him appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Rival NBA executives are watching Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets closely. League insiders consider an in-season trade of the multi-time NBA MVP highly unlikely, but the 2027 offseason is viewed as a different matter. Denver has struggled to sustain success since winning the 2023 championship. The Nuggets have not returned to the Western Conference finals and have fired both the general manager and head coach who guided that title run. One team executive pointed to Denver's financial limi...

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WNBA all-time leading scorer Diana Taurasi and coaching standouts Sandy Brondello and Mike Thibault headline the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame class.

After immediately bonding in Boston during the 2021/22 season, veteran point guard Marcus Smart and Rockets head coach Ime Udoka welcomed the opportunity to reunite in Houston this offseason, writes William Guillory of The Athletic. As Guillory details, Udoka highly values the sort of physicality and tenacity that Smart plays with, and Houston was seeking […]

The Fever aren’t wasting any time finding their next decision-maker, but they’re doing things a little differently this time around. It’s been a revolving door in the Fever’s front office lately.

This day in Los Angeles Lakers history saw Kobe Bryant score the first point of what would become an illustrious 20-year career. The moment occurred at the free throw line against the New York Knicks on Nov. 5, 1996. That Bryant tallied the first point of his career at Madison Square Garden and on the […]

There are 3.2 seconds left, a team has just secured possession near its own basket and the coach immediately calls timeout. The post An NBA Timeout Can Move the Ball appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

This article is being updated as new injury information becomes available. The post Paolo Banchero, Jalen Suggs headline NBA injury report for Thursday appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Penn vs. Illinois tips off Thursday, Nov. 5, at 8:30 p.m. ET on FS1. Get the FOX One streaming info and players to watch for this game in Champaign.

The WNBA's Rookie of the Year has entered the chat.

Although the Thunder remain title contenders, an earlier investment could help them strengthen their foundations for the future.

UConn vs. Michigan tips off Thursday, Nov. 5, at 6:30 p.m. ET on FS1. Get the FOX One streaming info and players to watch for this women's basketball game in Ann Arbor.