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The 20-Game Rule: let’s give this some time

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BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - SEPTEMBER 28: Jayson Tatum #0 and Paul George #13 of the Boston Celtics pose for photos during Boston Celtics Media Day at Auerbach Center on September 28, 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 Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Boston Celtics are title contenders! The...

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Open Thread: Jeremy Sochan’s first press conference after being drafted first overall in the G-League

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FRISCO, TX - NOVEMBER 03: Jeremy Sochan of the Texas Legends poses for a portrait during G League media day on November 3, 2025 at the Comerica Center in Frisco, 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 (Photo by Sam Hodde/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images What a ride Jeremy Soch...

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Phoenix bent but never broke against the Rockets

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 7: Luke Kennard #8 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball during the game against the Houston Rockets on November 7, 2026 at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Imag...

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NCAA gameday discussion: UConn’s Jovana Popovic and South Carolina’s Jerzy Robinson are two freshmen more than ready for college basketball

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Jerzy Robinson sinks a jumper for South Carolina. | Getty Images On Thursday, No. 2 UConn exited Ann Arbor with a rare early-season loss, felled by a strong closing kick from the No. 5 Wolverines. As both head coach Geno Auriemma and Sarah Strong emphasized after the game, the Huskies were unprepared to match the urgency or execution of the Wolverines. However, their lament did not apply to Jovana Popovic. With foul trouble sidelining Strong, the Serbian freshman guard emerged as the best pla...

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Diving deeper into Cavs 109-97 loss to Knicks: The more things change, the more they stay the same

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Nov 7, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) throws a pass in front of Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) in the first quarter at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers couldn’t keep up with a New York Knicks team that just has their number. They dropped Saturday’s game 109-97. Three stars of the game First star: Jalen Brunson 31 points, 9 assists, 6 rebounds ...

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Victor Wembanyama: Spurs are ‘in a great spot’

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Victor Wembanyama believes San Antonio is in a strong position after the Spurs improved to 8-2 with a 125-103 win over Portland on Saturday. The post Victor Wembanyama: Spurs are ‘in a great spot’ appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Kenny Atkinson points to one flaw after Knicks loss

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Kenny Atkinson identified rebounding as Cleveland’s biggest problem after the Cavaliers lost 109-97 to the New York Knicks on Saturday, allowing 49 rebounds. The post Kenny Atkinson points to one flaw after Knicks loss appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell: ‘Nothing’s won in the first 10 games’

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The Cavs know they needed to be better against the Knicks. Donovan Mitchell also knows there’s a difference between a disappointing November night and a season slipping away. “No excuse. These are games that we feel like we should win,” Mitchell told reporters after Saturday’s 109-97 home loss. “We got another tough stretch coming up […] The post Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell: ‘Nothing’s won in the first 10 games’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Kevin Durant says Suns connection “isn't that deep”

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Updated Nov 8, 4:16 AM ET

Kevin Durant downplayed the significance of his return to Phoenix on Saturday, despite admitting the city remains his favorite place to live in the NBA. The post Kevin Durant says Suns connection “isn’t that deep” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Devin Booker stuns Rockets with late scoring burst

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Devin Booker scored seven consecutive points in the final four minutes as the Phoenix Suns stunned the Houston Rockets 102-99 on Saturday night at Mortgage Matchup Center. The post Devin Booker stuns Rockets with late scoring burst appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Victor Wembanyama drops 29 in 24 minutes as Spurs rout Blazers

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Victor Wembanyama needed just 24 minutes to score 29 points as the San Antonio Spurs overwhelmed the Portland Trail Blazers 125-103 on Saturday night at Moda Center. The post Victor Wembanyama drops 29 in 24 minutes as Spurs rout Blazers appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Cavs needed more from James Harden, supporting cast against Knicks

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Donovan Mitchell scored 37 points against the Knicks. James Harden and Evan Mobley combined for 19. That’s a difficult way for the Cavs to beat the defending champions, particularly when they’re already short on available bodies. Chase Brownawell of Cavaliers On SI identified Harden’s struggles and the rebounding deficit⁠ among the biggest problems in Saturday’s […] The post Cavs needed more from James Harden, supporting cast against Knicks appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Game Recap: Suns’ defensive intensity proves decisive in 102-99 win against Rockets

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PHOENIX, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 07: Amen Thompson #1 of the Houston Rockets attempts a layup against Ryan Dunn #0 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half of the game at Mortgage Matchup Center on November 07, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Chris Coduto/Getty Images) | Getty Images Rick Flair drip go “W...

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