NBA News · LatestYesterday, Nov 11, 2026

Jazz star Lauri Markkanen has a non-displaced fracture in his right hand and will be sidelined at least a month, sources told ESPN.

Markkanen is averaging 18 points per night through nine games with the Jazz this season.

LeBron James still commands respect. Kevin Garnett believes making opponents fear him has become another matter. Speaking with ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith on KG Certified, Garnett said he has noticed a change in how younger players approach the Sixers star. “I saw Nembhard, I saw a bunch of guys just treating Bron different,” Garnett said, […] The post Kevin Garnett on LeBron James: ‘It ain’t the same fear’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Lakers still have a need for a backup center. Who could they target in the coming months?

SAN ANTONIO, TX - JUNE 5: Mitchell Robinson #23 and Assistant Coach Mark Bryant of the New York Knicks talk before during Game Two of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 5, 2026 at 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(Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty I...

Fantasy basketball trade advice: buy low on Josh Hart and Payton Pritchard, sell high on Paul Reed and Wendell Carter, and hold James Harden and Kel'el Ware.

Tuesdays’ showdown between the Celtics and 76ers felt like a referendum on one of the most heavily-scrutinized teammate relationships in modern sports. But, the lense through which we’ve long looked at is misguided.

Nikola Jokic wasn’t happy after a loss. A reporter asked about a problem that contributed to it. And a fellow broadcaster defended her right to ask. That’s enough for a story without turning it into evidence that Jokic wants out of Denver. The exchange followed the Nuggets’ 110-100 loss to the Rockets, who collected 15 […] The post Nuggets broadcaster defends reporter’s question after terse Nikola Jokic exchange appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The identity the Golden State Warriors are forming should be able to survive the highs and lows of the 2026-27 NBA season.

Johni Broome will sign a two-way contract with the Timberwolves, sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). More to come …

Philadelphia sports fans are known for their passion for their teams, but Corey from Germantown took it to the next level in a legendary call-in. 94WIP host Buzz was hosting postgame coverage of the Boston Celtics-Philadelphia 76ers game. The Celtics’ 123-101 blowout win over Philly had fans buzzing across the sports lexicon, and Corey was […] The post Philly fans calls radio show from hospital hours after wife gives birth to complain about Celtics game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

“Everybody in the league expects a guilty finding” regarding the Bucks’ dealings with Gary Trent Jr., Brian Windhorst of ESPN states on the latest edition of The Hoop Collective podcast (Twitter video link). The veteran shooting guard was signed to a four-year, $64MM contract in July after coming off an unproductive season that saw him […]

The Chicago Bulls are searching. They’re searching for a renewed sense of purpose now that they have a whole new thing. That backdrop gives Leonard Miller space to flourish. The 6-foot-10 forward is in the throes of his first full season in Chicago. Last February, Miller was part of a 3-way trade that sent him […] The post Exclusive: Bulls’ Leonard Miller gets brutally honest on early-season adversity after preseason teased breakout appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett is "so disappointed" by the lack of development he sees in some of the NBA's brightest young forwards.

Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo appears uninterested in publicly addressing Doc Rivers’ reported apology after his former Milwaukee Bucks coach criticized his basketball IQ and playing style. Following Miami’s 115-109 victory over the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night, Antetokounmpo addressed Rivers’ recent remarks and the reported text message during an interview with the South Florida […] The post Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo clearly doesn’t give a damn about Doc Rivers’ alleged text apol...

The Eastern Conference’s finest teams await an injury-riddled Raptors team.

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 04: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors goes up for a shot on Ryan Dunn #0 and Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns during the first half at Chase Center on November 04, 2025 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) | Getty Images About ...

Knicks head coach Mike Brown said Jose Alvarado’s disappearing minutes aren’t a knock on the veteran point guard. It just so happens that Tyler Kolek has been seizing the opportunity stemming from Alvarado’s early-season injury. “We’ll go with who we go with until we feel that it’s time to go to the next guy,” Brown said after playing Alvarado just the final six minutes of New York’s 32-point rout of the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday. “So again, it’s not anything negative right now on Jose or ev...

Here are the top 10 plays from around the National Basketball Association from yesterday's action.

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 08: Brook Lopez #11 of the LA Clippers reacts during the first half against the New Orleans Pelicans at Intuit Dome on November 08, 2026 in Inglewood, 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 Ryan Sirius Sun/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Lakers are riding a high right now, winners of six i...

As everybody knew before tip-off, the Knicks ended up beating the Bucks on Tuesday. Wednesday, however? That’s an entirely different beast, as New York hosts Cleveland. A different beast, I mean, as they wear red threads instead of green ones. Other than that, this one’s also ending in yet another easy Knicks’ dub. Mike Brown […]

INGLEWOOD, CA - NOVEMBER 8: Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans drives to the basket during the game against the LA Clippers on November 8, 2026 at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Gett...

The Sacramento Kings have endured a disappointing start to the 2026-27 NBA season. Doug Christie’s team currently sits 14th in the Western Conference with a 1-10 record. With Sacramento struggling to find consistency, NBA analyst Bill Simmons has now delivered a particularly harsh assessment of the team after attempting to watch them play. In an […] The post Bill Simmons disgusted by Kings after ‘having a seizure’ trying to watch them appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Toronto Raptors are looking to return to the win column as they welcome the Boston Celtics at Scotiabank Arena on Wednesday. The Raptors lost to the Memphis Grizzlies, 118-102, on Monday, while the Celtics are coming off a victory against the Philadelphia 76ers, 123-101, in an emotionally charged affair on Tuesday. Toronto has played […] The post Is Scottie Barnes playing tonight? Raptors vs. Celtics injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints.

After previously being upgraded to probable, Will Richard will suit up for the Warriors in their matchup against the Rockets on Wednesday, Anthony Slater writes for ESPN (via Twitter). Richard was previously diagnosed with a torn UCL in his thumb, an injury that can be played through or addressed via surgery. After testing the injury […]

TORONTO, CANADA - OCTOBER 21: Jakob Poeltl #19 of the Toronto Raptors high five 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 Im...

“First off, he’s a beautiful human being,” Knicks coach Mike Brown said. “His parents did a fantastic job raising him, so it makes him easy. He does want to win. You know, being a perennial All-Star, you have a view of how the game should be played and all that. I try to show him as much respect as possible. I try to let him lead and have a lot of freedom as much as possible, as long as I don’t think it impacts the team at the end of the day. “Anytime you go through an environment when you’re...

Donte DiVincenzo believes Stephen Curry enters every NBA season in better physical condition than any other player in the league, crediting the Golden State Warriors superstar's preparation and training habits. The post Donte DiVincenzo details why Steph Curry stays conditioned appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Sacramento Kings' trade of Nique Clifford to the Oklahoma City Thunder for two second-round picks "was met with great confusion and face-palming" across the NBA, writes Sam Amick at The Athletic. Team sources say coach Doug Christie's choice to limit Clifford's minutes in favor of veterans was a key factor in the trade. Christie is in the final guaranteed season of his contract with the Kings. Christie gave Zach LaVine and Malik Monk priority over Clifford and 2026 second-round pick Emanu...

Brown stepped into his new rivalry with plenty of anticipation on Tuesday night. The only problem? He didn't show up.