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Yaxel Lendeborg credits NBA 2K for development

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Yaxel Lendeborg credited the NBA 2K video game series with helping him develop his basketball decision-making skills, explaining that playing point guard in the game improved his ability to read defenses. The post Yaxel Lendeborg credits NBA 2K for development appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Kristaps Porzingis announces major Warriors update in emotional statement

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Kristaps Porziņģis has reached a decision about his basketball future. The 31-year-old released a statement via his social media on Friday that clarified what his future holds after he has been away from the Warriors while navigating health issues. Kristaps Porzingis #7 of the Golden State Warriors celebrates with Will Richard #3 after a 3-point...

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Kristaps Porzingis steps away from basketball indefinitely

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Golden State Warriors center Kristaps Porzingis has announced that he is stepping away from basketball to prioritize his health. The post Kristaps Porzingis steps away from basketball indefinitely appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Kristaps Porziņģis announces he will ‘step away from the game I love’

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SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 25: Kristaps Porzingis #7 of the Golden State Warriors pauses during a break in play against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half at Chase Center on March 25, 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 Kelley L Cox/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Kristaps Porziņģis ...

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Teams Advanced | Stats | NBA.com

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Per NBA.com the Raptors have the 7th ranked offense (albeit 26th in half court offense). 14th in defense, (20th in half court defense) So seems that they’re good in transition but struggle in the half court. The half court defensive ranking was a bit surprising. submitted by /u/Domainsetter [link] [comments]

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Magic rumors: Wendell Carter Jr. trade buzz surfaces amid cold start to season

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Trade rumors are already brewing around the Orlando Magic as the club has had an incredibly cold start to the 2026-27 season. Wendell Carter Jr. is one name already being floated around the rumor mill, especially if the club keeps spiraling. Rumors suggest that teams are already monitoring the 27-year-old’s availability come the trade deadline, […] The post Magic rumors: Wendell Carter Jr. trade buzz surfaces amid cold start to season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Is Kyrie Irving playing tonight? Mavericks vs. Jazz injury report

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The Dallas Mavericks host the Utah Jazz on Friday, Nov. 6, and Kyrie Irving popped on the team’s injury report and was listed as probable. Irving has been dealing with an illness, but it is not expected to keep him out for the Jazz game. Here is everything we know regarding Kyrie Irving’s illness and […] The post Is Kyrie Irving playing tonight? Mavericks vs. Jazz injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blazers guard Scoot Henderson's Micah Nori lovefest features subtle shade at Tiago Splitter

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After the Portland Blazers parted ways with head coach Tiago Splitter in favor of Micah Nori, many wondered how it would affect the team’s young players, including fourth-year guard Scoot Henderson. Coach Nori’s unique approach to his first year with the Blazers included instructing his coaching staff to read “The Old Man and the Sea,” […] The post Blazers guard Scoot Henderson’s Micah Nori lovefest features subtle shade at Tiago Splitter appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Donovan Mitchell needs to shoot more, not less

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OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - NOVEMBER 4: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers walks down the floor during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center on November 4, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 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 Joshua Gateley/Getty Images) | Getty Images If you’ve been online re...

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Boston Celtics Daily Links 11/6/26

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PHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 26: The sneakers worn by Paul George #8 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the game against the Boston Celtics during Round One Game Four of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 26, 2026 at the Wells Fargo Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE...

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Blazers’ Micah Nori isn’t satisfied with strong start: ‘I see what they can be’

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The Blazers were up 19 in the fourth quarter, and Micah Nori still found a reason to call timeout and let somebody hear it. That might help explain why they’re winning. As Jason Quick of The Athletic detailed, Nori wasn’t about to overlook a defensive mistake simply because Portland was comfortably ahead of the Suns. […] The post Blazers’ Micah Nori isn’t satisfied with strong start: ‘I see what they can be’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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NBA exec: Tyrese Maxey the Sixers star who is 'making them go'

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The Sixers assembled a roster full of stars, then handed their biggest possessions to Tyrese Maxey. So much for spending the first month arguing over whose team it is. That’s one of the more encouraging developments behind Philadelphia’s 8-1 start, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst and Tim MacMahon. League scouts and executives see a team […] The post NBA exec: Tyrese Maxey the Sixers star who is ‘making them go’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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"Everybody Loved Indiana": Former WNBA Player's Kelsey Mitchell Anecdote Raises Questions About WNBA Stardom

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From record-breaking viewership to growing brand investment, the WNBA has witnessed a remarkable rise in popularity over the last few years, which in turn has also allowed several players to create their own brand and identity outside the court. However, that growing attention hasn’t necessarily been distributed equally, despite how consistently a player is delivering on the hardwood.

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Knicks Notes: Knecht, Kolek, Brunson, Shamet

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Former Lakers first-rounder Dalton Knecht, now on a two-way deal with the Knicks, made a strong impression in his New York debut. Knecht had 10 points, seven rebounds and a blocked shot in 16 minutes against Chicago on Wednesday. “He’s a scorer. He’s not just a shooter… He can go get it,” coach Mike Brown […]

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