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The 2026 WNBA playoffs averaged 1.49 million viewers across NBCUniversal, USA Sports, ESPN/ABC and Prime Video. That number is up 27% from last year is also the highest number since the inaugural season in 1997. The seven-game series between the Valkyries and Dream averaged 1.88 million viewers, up 30% from last year. It was the most-watched Finals since 1999. Game 7 also was the most-watched WNBA playoff game on record with 3.28 million viewers.

Dalton Johnson shares his three takeaways from the Golden State Warriors' win over the Miami Heat on Thursday night at Chase Center.

The Lakers look to win their first NBA Cup game against the Blazers on Friday.

The New Orleans Pelicans have rebounded from a poor start to the 2026-27 season, as they have now won four consecutive games to claw back to the .500 mark (4-4). New head coach Jamahl Mosley appears to have stumbled upon a formula that works, balancing out a roster filled with talent but just couldn’t seem […] The post NBA rumors: Could Pelicans emerge as Domantas Sabonis trade suitor? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Injury situation revealed for Lakers and Trail Blazers before Friday night's matchup.

The New Orleans Pelicans are figuring things out. They have won four consecutive games to claw their way back to the .500 mark after a disappointing start to the new campaign, and they should have confidence in their chances of mounting a push for the playoffs if they maintain this level of play. It is […] The post NBA rumors: Why insider believes Pelicans will trade Herb Jones appeared first on ClutchPoints.

It’s no secret that the Sacramento Kings have been looking to trade away Domantas Sabonis to lean further into their ongoing rebuild. And with the Kings having started the season with just one win in eight games, trade talks involving the Lithuanian big man are only going to heat up the deeper we progress into […] The post NBA rumors: Insider labels Raptors, Hornets as prime Domantas Sabonis trade destinations appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Iman Shumpert isn’t convinced the NBA needs fewer games. He thinks it needs a closer look at how players prepare for them and what happens once they’re on the floor. The former Cavaliers guard pushed back on calls to shorten the 82-game season, arguing for better conditioning and changes to the way the game is […] The post Iman Shumpert pushes back on shorter NBA season, points to conditioning and style of play appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Lakers are about to get a boost of athleticism.

LeBron James and Luka Dončić send cease-and-desist letters to Bron AI over alleged unauthorized likeness use; read the details.

The Washington Wizards are set to play the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night. Anthony Davis is dealing with an injury concern, however. So, is Davis playing tonight vs. the Hawks? The veteran big man has played in eight games this season. Davis has stepped up as a leader and the Wizards are certainly hoping to […] The post Is Anthony Davis playing tonight? Wizards vs. Hawks injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Nuggets guard Jamal Murray might be traded if Nuggets can't turn their season around.

Entering Wednesday’s game against the Kings, Luka Doncic was leading the NBA in defensive two-point field-goal percentage as the primary defender (21.9%) with a minimum 30 attempts defended. It’s an eye-popping stat for Doncic, who is known for his wizardry on offense but who has been a lighting rod for criticism on defense over his...

The Golden State Warriors are maintaining financial flexibility to pursue a major star such as Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokić during the 2027 offseason, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer.

Memphis Grizzlies center Isaiah Stewart said he doesn't regret his attempt to fight LeBron James in a 2021 game or his part in a February brawl involving a number of players from the Charlotte Hornets.

Forward Robbie Avila was granted an injunction to return to Saint Louis for a fifth season of college basketball. A judge also ruled that Saint Louis can have a 16th roster spot for Avila. Avila played with the Lakers during Summer League but never signed a professional contract. Avila averaged 12.8 points last season, and 17.3 points as a junior with Saint Louis. Saint Louis went 29-6 last season and won the A-10 regular season title.

Adem Bona is doubtful for the 8-1 Sixers' meeting with the 4-4 Cavs.

The Phoenix Suns dethroned the Orlando Magic to snap their four-game losing streak on Thursday night. The post Devin Booker drops 30 as Suns past Magic 117-104 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Multiple WNBA players and coaches have publicly acknowledged just how much of a problem Caitlin Clark poses for opposing defenses. That is certainly a sentiment shared by the Minnesota Lynx guard Olivia Miles, who also recognizes just how difficult Clark can be to contain.

Kansas freshman Tyran Stokes opens the college basketball season atop ESPN's early 2027 NBA draft big board. NBA teams view the class as less talented than recent vintages, and there is no consensus No. 1 pick. The 6-foot-8 Stokes is a do-it-all perimeter talent who can take over games on both ends. Evaluators want to see better efficiency, consistency and maturity, along with improved decision-making and jump shooting. Baskonia's Stefan Joksimovic ranks second after leading Slovenia to gold ...

The Los Angeles Lakers have used Bronny James sparingly during their 7-2 start and on Thursday assigned him to their G League affiliate, the Coachella Valley Lakers.

Iger and venture capitalist Joshua Kushner reached a deal to purchase a majority stake in the Lakers for $12.5 billion in August.

Golden State Warriors star Jimmy Butler had some fun on social media following the Dubs' 120-100 win over the Miami Heat on Thursday night.

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.

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

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.