Basketball News · LatestYesterday, Nov 9, 2026

Canada’s team may not be what online discussions suggest, despite how the NBA season has played out so far.

Doc Rivers said he reached out to apologize to Giannis Antetokounmpo for questioning his basketball IQ, saying he meant more that the force he plays with can get "in the way of his feel."

Giannis Antetokounmpo was caught off guard by Doc Rivers' recent criticism of him during an appearance on "The Bill Simmons Podcast." "Oh, my God," said Antetokounmpo. "First of all, he's not my coach. My coach is Coach Spo. But he's a guy, a coach that I've worked (with) in the past. I'm speechless. He made those comments today?" Antetokounmpo spoke after Miami's 114-108 win over the Sacramento Kings. Antetokounmpo said that reporters should ask Rivers why he made the comments. "Never let bi...

The Boston Celtics lead the NBA in Net Rating after the third week of the season with a mark of +11.1 points per 100 possessions, just ahead of the Minnesota Timberwolves at 11.0 and the San Antonio Spurs at +10.3. NBA Net Rating (Week 3) 1. Celtics: 11.1 2. Wolves: 11.0 3. Spurs: 10.3 4. Rockets: 9.3 5. Thunder: 8.1 6. Pistons: 7.9 7. Lakers: 7.5 8. Grizzlies: 6.0 9. Knicks: 5.9 10. Blazers: 5.6 11. Raptors: 5.4 12. Warriors: 5.0 13. Mavericks: 4.9 14. Hawks: 3.1 15. 76ers: 3.1 16. Cavaliers...

Leading NBA MVP candidates Luka Doncic and Victor Wembanyama lead the league in Player Efficiency Rating after the third week of the regular season. Doncic has a mark of 34.4 ahead of Wembanyama at 34.3. Stephen Curry ranks third and is the only other player with a PER over 30.0. NBA PER (Week 3) 1. Luka Doncic: 34.4 2. Victor Wembanyama: 34.3 3. Stephen Curry: 32.3 4. Giannis Antetokounmpo: 27.5 5. Nikola Jokic: 26.0 6. Ty Jerome: 25.6 7. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 25.2 8. Tyrese Haliburton: 2...

The Los Angeles Lakers currently sit in first place in the Western Conference but could still use a piece or two as they chase their first NBA title since 2020.

Derrick White is impacting the game in a positive way all over the floor for the Celtics.

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 05: Giannis Antetokounmpo #7 of the Miami Heat looks on in the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on November 05, 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 Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a su...

Monte Poole provides the first check-in on his six season-long objectives for the Golden State Warriors to earn a spot in the NBA playoffs.

We're ranking the NBA's three biggest winners and three biggest losers from the last seven days

Giannis Antetokounmpo arrived at the Miami Heat after being traded by the Milwaukee Bucks following a lengthy saga that began in May 2025, when the 10-time All-Star first communicated his desire to leave. Antetokounmpo was eventually traded in June 2026, with his former coach Doc Rivers recently shedding light on how the departure went through. […] The post ‘Speechless’ Giannis Antetokounmpo left fuming over Doc Rivers’ criticism of Bucks partnership appeared first on ClutchPoints.

JuJu Watkins looks like her best self after injury, Sarah Strong didn't let UConn lose a second time, a 40-point game and more from Sunday's college basketball action.

Dan Titus goes over The Playlist, his comprehensive guide to Week 4 fantasy basketball.

The Celtics have a new identity, and Jayson Tatum is at the center of it

HOUSTON, TX - NOVEMBER 2: Alperen Sengun #28 and Marcus Smart #36 of the Houston Rockets high five during the game against the Boston Celtics on November 2, 2026 at the Toyota Center in Houston, 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 Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via G...

Victor Wembanyama headlines our updated top 10 DPOY power rankings, featuring the NBA's best defenders and their latest stats, metrics, and impact.

Jaylen Brown wanted a bigger standing with the Boston Celtics before they traded him to the Philadelphia 76ers last July. After the 2025-26 playoff exit, Brown made clear to the front office that he wanted to be treated more like a franchise player on and off the court, league sources told The Athletic. Brown had been willing to sacrifice parts of his game over the years. After averaging 28.7 points per game and earning second-team All-NBA honors, he believed he had earned the preferential tr...

For as bad as last Friday’s game was in Cleveland, the Sixers probably deserve a mulligan. At 9-2 after Sunday’s win in Chicago, Philly has not only looked the part of a championship contender, but they’ve done it against lots of fellow contenders, Sunday notwithstanding. The schedule is about to lighten up for the Sixers, but they still have two more games this week against playoff teams from last season. They’ll host Boston on Tuesday and Toronto on Thursday. If the Sixers can get to 11-2, ...

ATLANTA, GA - NOVEMBER 7: Nickeil Alexander-Walker #7, Jalen Johnson #1 of the Atlanta Hawks talk after the game against the Brooklyn Nets on November 7, 2026 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. 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 Adam Hagy/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty...

Autumn Johnson ranks her top women's college basketball teams, after the first full week of the regular season.

Golden State Warriors forward Yaxel Lendeborg is No. 1 on the TalkBasket.net NBA Rookie Ladder released Monday, moving past Memphis Grizzlies rookie Cameron Boozer, who drops to third after leading last week. The post Yaxel Lendeborg passes Cameron Boozer for No. 1 on NBA rookie ladder appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Byron Scott believes LeBron James needs the Philadelphia 76ers more than they need him, arguing that the team’s 9-2 start reflects a roster capable of contending without the veteran. The post Byron Scott: LeBron James needs 76ers more appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Brooklyn Nets made an NBA-record seven first-round picks in the last two drafts. Several of those players find themselves outside of the team’s rotation as it sheds the tanking label this season. Drake Powell, Ben Saraf and Joshua Jefferson each played for Brooklyn’s G League affiliate, the Long Island Nets, during the opening games […] The post Jordi Fernandez reveals what Nets hope first-round picks gain from time in G League appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Denver Nuggets beat the Indiana Pacers Saturday afternoon in Mexico City. A day later, they’d find themselves still stuck in the city as attempting to leave became a nightmare. Because of these travel delays, Denver was forced to list all five of their starters, as well as DeMar DeRozan, as questionable ahead of Monday’s […] The post Every Nuggets starter listed as questionable after abysmal travel delays appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Sivka exploded for 32 points and tied a program record vs. NC State, drawing comparisons to a college basketball legend.

Lakers guard Bronny James was captured getting into a verbal exchange with fans at Little Caesars Arena on Sunday night during L.A.'s win over the Pistons.

The relationship between Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum on the Boston Celtics may have suffered under the weight of nine years' worth of rumors and speculation over their fit together.

A new social-media study places Sophie Cunningham's rise in a remarkable category, and the Indiana Fever guard responded with a personal message to her supporters.

TORONTO, CANADA - OCTOBER 21: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors high fives before the game against the Chicago Bulls on October 21, 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) | NBAE via Getty I...

The Rockets look to bounce back at home against a Nuggets team dealing with several injuries ahead of Monday's Western Conference matchup.