Basketball News · LatestFriday, Jul 17, 2026

Cavaliers star James Harden makes his recruiting pitch to LeBron James.

It’s the final game of Las Vegas Summer League for the Utah Jazz

Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell isn’t hiding where he’d like to see LeBron James play next. Asked what his recruiting pitch would be to the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, Mitchell kept it short. “I mean, it’s home,” Mitchell said, via ESPN Cleveland. “We’ve done it once. Let’s do it again. Simple as that.” Mitchell’s comments come […] The post Donovan Mitchell’s message to LeBron James: ‘Let’s do it again’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Sophomore Sensations from EYBL! The post Nike EYBL Vegas: 2029 Notables appeared first on Ballislife.com.

Dadiet tallied 19 points (7-15 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-5 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal across 23 minutes during Friday's 110-88 Las Vegas Summer League loss to the Mavericks. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

White put up 21 points (7-13 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal over 32 minutes during Friday's 101-87 Las Vegas Summer League win over the Pistons. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Philadelphia 76ers legend and Basketball Hall of Famer Allen Iverson wore a Jaylen Brown 76ers jersey to his appearance at Fanatics Fest in New York City on Friday.

Even after seeing some of the traded pieces in action, the majority of fans have not moved off their priors—positive or negative.

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Reese has made double-doubles feel almost automatic throughout her WNBA career.

LeBron James suddenly became the most intriguing free agent this summer with his decision to not re-sign with the Los Angeles Lakers after eight seasons. The era closed as James’ longest uninterrupted tenure with one team at double his four seasons with the Miami Heat from 2010-14. James’ total number of seasons with the Cleveland […]

Jalen Brunson explains the intentional mindset behind taking a $113 million pay cut ahead of looming contract extension.

Wrapping it up in Vegas.

Caitlin Clark... pretty good.

Clark sensed pregame that she had something special coming, and she delivered with 45 points and 10 assists

CHICAGO, IL - JULY 17: Erica Wheeler #17 of the Los Angeles Sparks shoots a free throw during the game 2026 at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL. 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 Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The Sparks lost their rematch with the Chica...

Caitlin Clark scored a career-high 45 points and had 10 assists for the first 40-10 game in WNBA history, and the Indiana Fever beat Seattle 110-107.

LeBron James tells Tyrese Haliburton he could average 10 points per game at 65.

Aliyah Boston is managing an injury as the Indiana Fever prepare for back-to-back games against the Seattle Storm and New York Liberty.

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Rockets Rockets guard Fred VanVleet believes he’s on track to be back on the court this fall. Speaking with Erik Horne of Andscape, VanVleet said he expects to be available for Houston’s preseason schedule as he continues recovering from the torn ACL and meniscus that sidelined him throughout the 2025-26 season. “I’ll be very disappointed […] The post NBA Notes: Rockets, Fred VanVleet, Hawks, Peyton Watson, Thunder appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham deserves a spot in the WNBA All-Star three-point contest.

Both the Connecticut Sun and Phoenix Mercury may be without multiple key players in Friday night’s matchup.

More NBA rookies got a chance to compete for Opening Night roles as Summer League action continued Friday in Las Vegas.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 17: Meleek Thomas #15 of the Cleveland Cavaliers derives against Jaylin Sellers #2 of the Chicago Bulls in the first half of the 2026 NBA Summer League game at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 17, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Louis Grasse/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Cl...

Anderson recorded 18 points (4-11 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, eight assists and three steals over 29 minutes during Friday's 92-90 Las Vegas Summer League loss to the Kings. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

A Fateful 45! The post Caitlin Clark Records Career High 45 Points In Win Over Storm appeared first on Ballislife.com.

The Connecticut Sun (6-18) comes off a rare victory as they visit the Phoenix Mercury (8-17), who come in with four straight losses, on Friday night. How to Watch Connecticut Sun vs Phoenix Mercury Aaliyah Edwards came off the bench…

Speaking to Erik Horne of Andscape last week in Las Vegas, Rockets guard Fred VanVleet said his recovery from a torn right ACL and meniscus has “tested” his mental toughness and patience over the last “nine or 10 months.” VanVleet, who exercised his $25MM player option for next season in June, was disappointed he missed […]

Anthony Davis discussed the possibility of LeBron James joining him on the Washington Wizards in free agency.