Basketball News · LatestYesterday, Nov 11, 2026

Pablo Torre says word circulated around the NBA for a year that Steve Ballmer planned to sue him over his reporting on the Clippers. The lawsuit never materialized. Torre, meanwhile, has plenty to say about the experience. Speaking with Maury Povich at the University of Maryland, Torre described hearing about the potential legal action through […] The post Pablo Torre says Steve Ballmer threatened lawsuit over Clippers reporting appeared first on Hoops Wire.

10 games into the season, it's time to assess Phoenix's top performers, biggest disappointments and everything in between.

The start of WNBA free agency is on January 30, so it is still a few months away, but speculation about potential moves has already started picking up. Several big names are expected to enter free agency, and one name that has recently been linked with a possible move is Napheesa Collier.

Kendrick Perkins has weighed in on Kenny Atkinson’s job security. His outlook isn’t particularly encouraging. But that doesn’t mean it reflects where the Cavs stand. Following Monday’s ugly loss to the Hornets, the ESPN analyst posted on X that Atkinson might not last beyond the trade deadline. “Kenny Atkinson may not make it [past] the […] The post Kendrick Perkins questions Kenny Atkinson’s future, but Cavs aren’t there yet appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Celtics look for their fifth straight win against a Raptors team playing without Scottie Barnes and Kawhi Leonard, while Paul George is also out.

Brooklyn Nets fans hoping to see Mikel Brown Jr. and Egor Demin play their first extended minutes together on Wednesday will have to wait. While Demin will return from a six-game absence vs. the New Orleans Pelicans, Brown was ruled out due to an illness. Brown missed the Nets’ 130-93 loss to the Dallas Mavericks […] The post Nets’ Mikel Brown Jr. pops up as surprise scratch for Pelicans matchup appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Minnesota Timberwolves have gotten off to a solid start to the 2026-27 NBA season, currently sitting at 8-3 ahead of Thursday evening’s matchup vs the Dallas Mavericks. Making things more impressive is the fact that Anthony Edwards has missed the last couple of weeks due to a knee issue, but Minnesota has still found […] The post Timberwolves add former SEC Player of the Year amid hot start to season with Anthony Edwards out appeared first on ClutchPoints.

SAN ANTONIO, TX - NOVEMBER 2: Lauri Markkanen #23 of the Utah Jazz looks to shoot the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs on November 2, 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 Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images) | N...

PORTLAND, OR - NOVEMBER 7: Toumani Camara #33 of the Portland Trail Blazers dribbles the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs on November 7, 2026 at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon. 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 Cameron Browne/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via ...

The Brooklyn Nets seek a better outcome as the road trip continues against the New Orleans Pelicans.

The Knicks look for their fifth straight victory against a Cavaliers team trying to bounce back after losing two games in a row.

The Spurs remain the favorite to win the NBA championship, but the Celtics and Lakers are both making a push.

Lauri Markkanen suffered two nondisplaced fractures in his right hand during Friday’s game against Dallas and will be reevaluated in four weeks, the Jazz announced (via Twitter). More to come …

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?

Napheesa Collier could have a major decision to make this offseason after spending her entire WNBA career with the Minnesota Lynx. With the five-time All-Star set to enter unrestricted free agency, a possible move to the reigning champion Golden State Valkyries is drawing attention.

We’re more than a full week into the college basketball season, and there have been several standout women’s basketball performers. With that, it’s time to decide who is our first player of the week. Maddie Fitzpatrick — Maine Maddie Fitzpatrick averaged a double-double of 16.5 points and 13 rebounds to go along with three assists over two wins for the Black Bears. The sophomore opened the season with 14 points, a career-high 17 rebounds and three dimes in a 70-68 win over Siena. She followed...

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.

After firing Chris DeMarco, the New York Liberty should reach out to these four head coaching options for the 2027 WNBA season.

Jennifer Rizzotti is looking ahead to the Houston Comets’ return to the WNBA. The Houston Comets are at a turning point right now as they get ready to step back onto the WNBA court.

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 WNBA offseason is moving fast, and the Indiana Fever still haven’t named a general manager. The 2027 WNBA Draft Lottery is set for November 15, and free agency is only about three months away.

Here's everything to know about the WNBA draft lottery including the participating teams and odds.

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

Tuesday delivered the first statement night of the college basketball season, with Michigan State and Texas Tech knocking off top-five teams while several contenders raised early questions.

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