Basketball News · LatestYesterday, Nov 13, 2026

The Lakers could have their best start to a season since winning in the bubble.

Minnesota is making moves in the West with LaMelo Ball, while Charlotte is stumbling in the East without him.

The longest WNBA season is set for 2027 with 50 games and no break–while the rest of the basketball world can worry about the sustainability of the league expanding its regular season, A’ja Wilson was never worried about the change. After the latest changes were introduced for the upcoming season, the Las Vegas Aces star’s comments resurfaced.

The Bulls are signing free agent center Orlando Robinson to fill their 15th standard roster spot, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (via Twitter). Robinson, 26, spent training camp and the preseason with Chicago prior to being waived before the season began. More to come…

With the Miami Heat taking on the Cleveland Cavaliers in NBA Cup group play action on Friday night, the team is looking to continue to improve after their second-straight win on Tuesday against the Utah Jazz, 115-109. As the Heat come back home after the five-game West Coast road trip, head coach Erik Spoelstra gave […] The post Erik Spoelstra admits ‘tough decisions’ amid figuring out Heat’s rotation puzzle appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Josh Hart agreed Friday that the team’s slow pace has negatively impacted himself, Mikal Bridges and OG Anunoby.

From Stephen Curry to Jalen Williams, here's a look at the biggest NBA injuries in 2026-27 and when each player could return to action.

The Mavericks went 3-1 over the last week and sit at 7-5 overall. They won three in a row at home against Utah (112-100), Brooklyn (130-93), and Indiana (125-122). Minnesota pummeled them to start off their road trip, 133-94. Cooper Flagg led the team in scoring with 25.3 points per game.  Grade: A- The Mavericks, once again, had a three-game win streak spoiled by an embarrassing loss. The Timberwolves are much better than the Kings, but the effort from Dallas was similar. Minnesota got ...

It’s a minor move on the margins, but bringing Rob Dillingham into the fold is another low-risk, high reward lottery ticket swing by Leon Rose. Maybe it amounts to nothing, but the 8th pick of the 2024 draft is still just 21-years old & perhaps his presence is insurance in case they eventually trade Tyler Kolek for a big man. submitted by /u/ssimineri [link] [comments]

"I don’t want to put a timeline on it," Zubac said. “I don’t know when it’s going to happen, but we work on it pretty much every day. I’m feeling a little more comfortable and comfortable, but still not quite comfortable enough to take them in a game. I think reps and working on it every day is going to help. My confidence is better.” submitted by /u/Sko_Neezy [link] [comments]

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 3: Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets drives to the basket during the game against the Utah Jazz on April 3, 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 Getty Images First off, m...

Kyrie Irving could be the biggest impact player for a contender ahead of the trade deadline, but the Mavericks don’t appear motivated to move the 34-year-old point guard, writes Sam Amick of The Athletic. Irving is off to a strong start after missing 19 months with an ACL tear, averaging 21.6 points, 3.2 rebounds and […]

With the 2026-27 college basketball season underway, here is the first in-season look at the latest 76-team Bracketology

Trading one of your best shooters when you already need more shooting sounds like a strange place to start. But the Nuggets could eventually have a decision to make on Cam Johnson. Johnson is averaging 12.1 points and shooting 43.2% from three, with a $23.1 million expiring contract. The Nuggets are 6-4, and finding enough […] The post Three trade proposals for Nuggets’ Cam Johnson appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Ahhh, the old a player in another team isn't doing as well as he usually does so it's trade time gambit. Eh Davis wouldn't be a very good target as he could rival Beal for injury list time. But he's good enough when he plays that he's still probably require allot more than the Suns should want to invest. Garland while more of a true PG is really streaky scoring, and often makes as many turnovers as assists. And isn't very good at defense. Banchero would be a nice young addition, but is a big ...

ATLANTA, GA - NOVEMBER 9: Dyson Daniels #5 of the Atlanta Hawks and Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers hug after the game on November 9, 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 Joe Boatman/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images ...

The Lakers got Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant in the summer of 1996. Jerry West got three days in the hospital. West later recalled how much that offseason took out of him, as Julian Eschenbach detailed for Basketball Network. “I was just emotionally spent and exhausted,” West said. “One day I went to see the […] The post Jerry West spent three days in hospital after bringing Shaq, Kobe to Lakers appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Draymond Green has offered his view on Stephen Curry’s proposed return for the Golden State Warriors. Stephen Curry picked up an injury six minutes into...

The Denver Nuggets are once again facing trade speculation involving Aaron Gordon and Cam Johnson. However, previous reports about Denver’s roster decisions provide important context for the latest discussion surrounding both forwards. ClutchPoints insider Brett Siegel clarified that Denver isn’t necessarily shopping either player. Instead, the Nuggets could entertain offers if rival teams approach them […] The post Nuggets rumors: Aaron Gordon, Cam Johnson buzz gets full context breakdown am...

Despite the Cleveland Cavaliers' 6-6 start to the season, star guard Donovan Mitchell isn't panicking just yet.

In just about a month, we will approach a major date on the NBA calendar, as almost every player who signed a contract in free agency this past summer becomes eligible to be traded. Why is this important? Teams across the NBA are always collecting intel and talking among themselves, which leads to questions and […] The post Early NBA trade deadline intel: Players front-office personnel believe will become available as sellers emerge appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Rockets have a new offensive approach, and it’s working

The Lakers already have the NBA’s best record, but are just starting to show the type of team they can be.

With Marcus Smart set to begin a three-game suspension on Friday, Reed Sheppard leads a group of 10 players worth streaming this weekend.

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UTSA and men's basketball coach Austin Claunch have "mutually agreed to part ways," the school announced, with assistant Nick Bowman assuming the interim role the rest of the season.

Murray is currently in his third season with the team.

Veronica Burton revealed what Golden State Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase did after winning the 2026 WNBA championship against the Atlanta Dream.

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