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Lakers vs. Pistons Preview: Strength vs. strength

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DETROIT, MI - MARCH 23: Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers handles the ball during the game against the Detroit Pistons on March 23, 2026 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. 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 (Photo by Brian Sevald/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Image...

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Things you should know about the newest Raptor, Kevin McCullar Jr.

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TORONTO, CANADA - OCTOBER 13: Kevin McCullar Jr. #9 of the New York Knicks handles the ball during the game against the Toronto Raptors on October 13, 2026 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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 (Photo by Mark Blinch/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBA...

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Celtics Notes: Pritchard, Tatum, Brown, George

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Celtics guard Payton Pritchard had to leave Wednesday’s game with a right eye abrasion that affected his vision, but the condition cleared up in time for him to play Friday night at Charlotte, writes Souichi Terada of MassLive. Pritchard has only missed five games over the past three seasons, and he’s thankful that he didn’t have […]

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Cavs have ‘level of concern’ for Sam Merrill’s injury

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Oct 26, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Sam Merrill (5) looks to shoot in the first quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers will be without the services of sharpshooter Sam Merrill in their matchup against the defending champion New York Knicks on Saturday evening. Merrill suffered a right elbow injury that caused him to miss the second ...

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Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson clarifies his infamous quote vs Knicks: ‘they dominated us’

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CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 26: Head coach Kenny Atkinson of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts during the second quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Rocket Arena on October 26, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images Kenny Atkinson found himself trending for all th...

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The ‘super fun’ new role Chris Mañon is eager to play for Lakers

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LOS ANGELES – Since JJ Redick took the helm as head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, the team has used their two-way contract players quite often. In year one, Christian Koloko and Trey Jemison received plenty of minutes amid the Anthony Davis trade, while Jordan Goodwin had his deal converted to standard contract. Last […] The post The ‘super fun’ new role Chris Mañon is eager to play for Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cavaliers Bring Back Riley Minix On Two-Way Deal, Waive Tristan Enaruna

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The Cavaliers have re-signed Riley Minix, who was waived from his two-way slot on Thursday to create room for the addition of Norchad Omier, the team announced in a press release. Tristan Enaruna has been released to provide another two-way opening. Minix, a 26-year-old small forward, appeared in one game with Cleveland this season before […]

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LIVE DISCUSSION: Brooklyn Nets at Atlanta Hawks, 7:30 PM ET

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 04: Day'ron Sharpe #20 talks with Michael Porter Jr. #17 and Chaney Johnson #31 of the Brooklyn Nets during the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Barclays Center on November 04, 2026 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The Nets won 114-104. 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 Sarah Sti...

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Nets at Hawks: start time, TV, streaming, radio, game thread

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WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 04: Corey Kispert #24 of the Atlanta Hawks celebrates against the Washington Wizards during the second half at Capital One Arena on November 04, 2026 in Washington, DC. 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 Patrick Smith/Getty Images) | Getty Images Atlanta (6-4) is seeking a 4-0 week with the Brooklyn Nets ...

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Game Preview #11: Wolves vs Jazz Game Thread

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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - MARCH 18: Bones Hyland #8 of the Minnesota Timberwolves shoots. theball against Cody Williams #5 and Kyle Filipowski #22 of the Utah Jazz in the second quarter at Target Center on March 18, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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 Images) | Getty Images The Min...

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Mike Brown’s balancing act with Knicks' Jalen Brunson's minutes

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After the Knicks’ 135-105 win over the Bulls on Wednesday, head coach Mike Brown was asked whether he ever considered letting Brunson keep going after the captain scored 22 points in the first quarter. Brunson finished with 33 points in 28:13. The Knicks head coach’s answer included a window into the team’s analytics department. “Our analytics guys, they do a nice job charting [minutes],” Brown said. The staff tracks players in two-minute increments. The monitoring goes beyond the box score: ...

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TAKEAWAYS: What stood out from Nets young players in G League opener?

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BROOKLYN, NY - SEPTEMBER 28: Drake Powell #4 of the Brooklyn Nets poses for a portrait during NBA Media Day at the Brooklyn Nets HSS Training Center on September 28, 2026 in Brooklyn, New York. 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 (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via G...

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Luka Doncic lands on injury report for Lakers' showdown vs. Pistons

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Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is being listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against the Detroit Pistons, per NBA insider Marc Stein. Doncic — who scored 53 points in LA’s 124-118 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday night — is dealing with low back tightness. The 27-year-old is currently in his second […] The post Luka Doncic lands on injury report for Lakers’ showdown vs. Pistons appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA Transactions: Saturday, November 7

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November 7, 2026 Cavs: Riley Minix became a free agent. November 5, 2026 Hornets: Assigned Christian Anderson Jr. to the Greensboro Swarm of the G League. Lakers: Assigned Cameron Carr to the Coachella Valley Lakers of the G League. Celtics: Assigned Chris Cenac Jr. to the Maine Celtics of the G League. Bulls: Assigned Nicolas […] The post NBA Transactions: Saturday, November 7 appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Mavericks responding to Dusty May’s approach: ‘He’s speaking life into you’

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The Mavericks needed some energy after everything they’ve been through. From the sound of things, Dusty May is supplying plenty. Just ask Daniel Gafford. “I love him to death. It’s been a minute since I’ve experienced the type of coaching that he has. He’s so energetic,” Gafford told 105.3 The Fan, via Austin Veazey of […] The post Mavericks responding to Dusty May’s approach: ‘He’s speaking life into you’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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