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Heat’s problems go beyond slow start, with numbers pointing to both ends

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The Heat have Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bam Adebayo and a 3-6 record. Safe to say, that wasn’t the idea. There’s time to straighten things out. But this goes beyond waiting for a few more shots to fall. Ethan J. Skolnick of Heat On SI identified three statistical trouble spots, and together they offer a pretty good […] The post Heat’s problems go beyond slow start, with numbers pointing to both ends appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Sixers’ Joel Embiid searches for answers: ‘Nothing is going in’

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CLEVELAND — Joel Embiid knows something is off. Figuring out how to fix it has been the difficult part. The Sixers center finished with six points and missed all nine of his field-goal attempts in Friday’s 119-95 road loss to the Cavs. That included two more misses from beyond the arc, where his season has […] The post Sixers’ Joel Embiid searches for answers: ‘Nothing is going in’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Robert Williams attempt to honor teammate declined after confrontation with Lakers official

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Just after the Lakers defeated the Trail Blazers to notch their fourth straight victory with a 124-118 win on Friday night, Portland big man Robert Williams III had an awkward encounter with a Los Angeles staffer. According to Jason Quick of The Athletic, Williams was seen walking down the court after the final buzzer and...

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[Lorenzi] What’s Caleb Wilson’s offensive outlook? Are the Bulls getting serious about analytics?

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Michael B: Has the organization taken any steps forward in modernizing, becoming more analytically driven, and investing overall in the front office? They’re certainly trying to expand their analytics efforts. Around the time training camp started, they posted a listing for an “Executive Director of Research & Development.” The job description said the front office role would serve as a primary advisor to Basketball Operations leadership on analytics insights. I was told then that the front o...

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Bulls have a lineup problem, with no easy fix in sight

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The Bulls are trying to develop young players, establish a new system and figure out who belongs in their future. Right now, they’re having a hard enough time getting five starters to function together. As Joel Lorenzi of The Athletic detailed in a reader mailbag, the starting lineup was outscored by 20.3 points per 100 […] The post Bulls have a lineup problem, with no easy fix in sight appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Luka Doncic, JJ Redick have awkward encounter after victory vs Trail Blazers

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Luka Doncic is everywhere. After the Lakers notched their fourth straight win in a 124-118 victory against the Trail Blazers on Friday night, Doncic was seen spying on coach JJ Redick. Luka Doncic during Friday’s 124-118 victory against the Portland Trail Blazers. During Redick’s postgame news conference, Doncic’s head suddenly peeped out behind the Lakers’...

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Cavs have another chance to show progress against familiar problem in Knicks

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The Cavs handled one piece of unfinished business against the Sixers. Now comes a team that left them with considerably more. The Knicks visit Rocket Arena for an 8 p.m. tip, bringing along some memories the Cavs would probably prefer to replace. Getting swept in the Eastern Conference finals tends to stick with you. No, […] The post Cavs have another chance to show progress against familiar problem in Knicks appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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JJ Redick praised Adou Thiero after his season debut

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Los Angeles Lakers forward Adou Thiero missed the first nine games of the season due to swelling in his left knee. After solid outings in preseason, L.A. awaited his regular season debut to provide much-needed help on the defensive end and on the boards. That moment finally arrived on Friday night against the Portland Trail […]

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Trail Blazers Take on Spurs in Early-Season Test

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SAN ANTONIO, TX - NOVEMBER 4: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs celebrates during the game against the Dallas Mavericks on November 4, 2026 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, 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 (Photos by Adam Hagy/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Gett...

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Damian Lillard’s Former Coach Praises Star, Trail Blazers

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SPRINGFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS - AUGUST 15: Inductee Doc Rivers speaks to the audience during the 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony at Symphony Hall on August 15, 2026 in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) | Getty Images A hot start for the Portland Trail Blazers this season is getting notice across the NBA. In the latest episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast, Bill hosted former player and head coach Doc Rivers to discuss a variety of topics in this young NBA ...

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The Blazers Might have the Best Back-Up Big in the NBA

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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - NOVEMBER 08: Robert Williams III #35 of the Portland Trail Blazers looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second quarter at Target Center on November 08, 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Trail Blazers 127-102 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 David Berding/Getty Im...

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Kings could have options on Domantas Sabonis, but need reason to deal

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The Kings may eventually have a decision to make on Domantas Sabonis. That doesn’t mean they need to rush into one. First, there’s the supposed friction with rookie guard Darius Acuff Jr. Local reporting has pushed back on that, with Brenden Nunes citing a team source who said the two have been communicating well. So […] The post Kings could have options on Domantas Sabonis, but need reason to deal appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Suns news: Phoenix gets multiple injury updates for Rockets clash

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The Phoenix Suns received several injury updates ahead of their Saturday matchup with the Houston Rockets. Jordan Goodwin is doubtful, while Rasheer Fleming is questionable. Mark Williams remains unavailable as he continues recovering from left shoulder surgery. According to the NBA’s official injury report, Goodwin is dealing with a right calf injury and is listed […] The post Suns news: Phoenix gets multiple injury updates for Rockets clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Southwest Notes: M. Johnson, Wemby, Mosley, Thornton

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Morez Johnson Jr. wasn’t in peak physical condition entering his rookie season after battling shin splints in training camp, but the former Michigan standout showed why the Mavericks drafted him No. 9 overall during an impressive two-way performance on Friday, writes Christian Clark of The Athletic (free link). Johnson pulled down a career-high 17 rebounds, […]

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Lakers’ Walker Kessler giving Luka Doncic help that fits

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Luka Doncic scored 53 points Friday, but the Lakers would probably prefer that he not need 53 every night. That’s where Walker Kessler becomes increasingly important. The Lakers paid two first-round picks to acquire a center who could finish around the basket, rebound and protect the rim. Ten games into an 8-2 start, they’re getting […] The post Lakers’ Walker Kessler giving Luka Doncic help that fits appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Injury Notes: J. Johnson, McConnell, Aldama, Beringer

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The Hawks have listed Jalen Johnson as probable to suit up for Saturday’s game vs. Brooklyn, tweets Kevin Chouinard of Hawks.com. Johnson, who made his first All-Star and All-NBA (third team) appearances last season, has missed the last three games with a left ankle sprain. Atlanta has been shorthanded in the frontcourt as of late. […]

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Early-season check-in on new Rockets Marcus Smart and Bogdan Bogdanovic

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With the season being roughly one-tenth of the way through, I figured we could do a check-in on the two of the major offseason acquisitions, Bogdan Bogdanovic and Marcus Smart, who were signed to contracts paying them $3,524,115 and $6,064,00 this season, respectively. Marcus Smart brings a lot more to the table for the Rockets than what appears in the box score. His defensive abilities, constant energy, and ability to make opposing guards miserable earned him Defensive Player of the Year hon...

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Suns could put Jalen Green on trade market

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Sean Deveney believes Jalen Green should be available for a trade, as the Phoenix Suns face questions about his fit alongside Devin Booker after a difficult start to the 2026-27 season. The post Suns could put Jalen Green on trade market appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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[Robbins] Trae Young swept up by emotions in Atlanta homecoming: ‘A different feeling’

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The final buzzer sounded Friday night. Red streamers fell from the State Farm Arena ceiling. Then the hugs, handshakes and daps finally flowed. Almost everyone affiliated with the Atlanta Hawks wanted to say hello to Trae Young. First, Dyson Daniels. Then Jalen Johnson, Quin Snyder, Asa Newell, Mouhamed Gueye. The franchise’s principal owners, Tony Ressler and Jami Gertz, and alternate governor Nick Ressler followed. Too bad for Young and his Washington Wizards that the Hawks didn’t act as wa...

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Lakers' Luka Doncic Talks Potential Pursuit of Wilt Chamberlain Record Amid Historic Start to Season

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Los Angles Lakers star Luka Dončić says there's a "long season" standing between him and the possibility of joining Wilt Chamberlain as the second NBA player to average 40 points per game.

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Walker Kessler expressed appreciation to Lakers fans for their support

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After an offseason in which the Los Angeles Lakers turned over nearly their entire roster, fans weren’t sure what to expect this season. Their big offseason acquisition was Walker Kessler, who had missed nearly all of last season with the Utah Jazz. So far though, everything has worked out extremely well as Kessler is fitting […]

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Grizzlies To Sign Second-Rounder Saunders To Two-Way Deal

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The Grizzlies are signing No. 32 overall pick Richie Saunders to a two-way contract, agents Andy Shiffman and Mark Bartelstein tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). Saunders, who is recovering from a torn ACL he suffered in February, was recently cleared to increase his on-court activities, according to Charania, who notes that the move […]

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