Basketball News · LatestYesterday, Nov 5, 2026

Aliyah Boston couldn’t believe her ears when hearing how the NBA’s draft eligibility rules compare to the WNBA. Aliyah Boston didn’t just hold down the paint for Indiana in 2026, she completely changed how defenses had to guard her.

I recently discovered Read the Game, a resource that brings together NBA tracking data, defensive matchups, offensive gravity, and ESPN's advanced impact metrics. I wanted to take a closer look at five Bulls players: Josh Giddey, Norman Powell, Tre Jones, Caleb Wilson, and Matas Buzelis, and consider some of the roster narratives that have been discussed in game threads. Is Giddey the best defender among the starters? Should Tre start? Is Powell a net negative? What exactly does Matas give us...

It was just one half against a struggling Clippers team, but Erik Spoelstra thinks they started to.

Coming into this season, there was a lot of pressure on Austin Reaves as he was firmly placed in the number two role alongside superstar Luka Doncic and finally received his big payday from the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason. So far, Reaves has looked good for the most part, though he has had an […]

Danny Wolf scored 12 points off the bench in the second half to spark the Brooklyn Nets to a 114-104 victory over the Charlotte Hornets.

After losing in New York by 30 points on Wednesday, the Bulls are tied for the NBA’s worst record at 1-7 and have the league’s worst net rating (-17.5). As Julia Poe of The Chicago Tribune writes (subscription required), the team hasn’t been good at either end of the floor, ranking 28th in offensive rating […]

Defense, rebounding, chemistry and player roles are all creating problems for a Suns team searching for answers.

Brittney Sykes and Marina Mabrey. (Photo by Tara Walton) | NBAE via Getty Images You can’t talk about the Toronto Tempo’s inaugural season without starting with Marina Mabrey’s WNBA-record-tying 53 points in a single game on June 25. MARINA MABREY TIES THE WNBA SINGLE GAME SCORING RECORD. 53 POINTS. WOW 🤯 (via @WNBA) pic.twitter.com/b6B39X309z — Overtime (@overtime) June 26, 2026 Mabrey ended up averaging a career-high 20.8 points per game, a mark that not only was a significant increa...

Miami Heat guard Klay Thompson is loving his time in town after signing a two-year contract with the team last summer, and he explained why in an exclusive interview with Mark Medina for Fadeaway World, which dropped Thursday, noting that the organization makes him "feel young again."

The rim gravity Duren provides is crucial to making this offense hum

New York was so good on Wednesday that the Knicks made me hate them for effectively finishing my 2-hour night plan in 20 minutes. I’m cool with the 4-1 in the last five, but let’s make it a bit more competitive for entertainment’s sake, please and thank you (I know I’m in the minority here. […]

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 30: Jalen Smith #25 of the Chicago Bulls attempts a three point basket against the Boston Celtics during the second half at the TD Garden on October 30, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Brian Fluharty/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Houston Rockets are off to their ...

Brooklyn Nets veteran Terance Mann spoke highly of rookie Mikel Brown Jr. following Wednesday's 114-104 home win vs. the Charlotte Hornets (18 points/2 rebounds/4 assists/1 steal/1 block/6-11 FG/3-5 3-PT/3-4 FT in 20 minutes off the bench). *set career-highs in points, field goals made, and blocks* (via YES Network): “Great player. The post Terance Mann on Mikel Brown Jr: “I could see him being an All-Star easily” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

LeBron James' previous four teams starting 7-1 all reached the NBA Finals, offering Philadelphia renewed championship hope.

A look at a more realistic, user-controlled NBA 2k27 simulation of the Bucks’ 26-27 season.

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green isn’t backing down from the confrontation that led to his ejection against the Phoenix Suns. After the heated altercation involving Dillon Brooks, Green explained why he believes protecting his reputation as a physical defender sometimes requires standing his ground. The incident occurred early in the third quarter of Monday’s […] The post Warriors’ Draymond Green’s immediate reaction to being ejected vs. Suns appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Portland Trail Blazers star Deni Avdija was caught calling out Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks during Wednesday night’s 132-119 victory, accusing the veteran of flopping while standing at the free throw line. Griffin S. DeMarrais of azfamily 3TV CBS 5 shared a video clip of the heated exchange on X, formerly known as Twitter, showing […] The post Blazers star Deni Avdija caught calling out Suns forward Dillon Brooks as a ‘flopping b***h’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

It’s hard for the Chicago Bulls to find a silver lining as the season unfolds. On Wednesday, the New York Knicks steamrolled them 135-105 at Madison Square Garden. Although every Chicago player scored, the results spoke for themselves. Afterward, Caleb Wilson seemed upset he didn’t get the ball enough early. He finished with 5 points, […] The post Tiago Splitter issues challenge to Caleb Wilson about ‘playing hard while down 20, 30, 40’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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.