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The Golden State Warriors saw LeBron James pick the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency. Here's what's next for the organization.

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Sports analyst Jason Whitlock has made another strong statement against Caitlin Clark by commenting on the emotional immaturity of the Indiana Fever star. Whitlock is not a stranger to making strong comments about top WNBA stars, with Clark being a frequent target of his criticism.

Although the Bulls view Bennedict Mathurin as a talented player worth a potential flyer, their interest in the Clippers‘ restricted free agent swingman has been “overstated,” a league source tells Joel Lorenzi of The Athletic. As Lorenzi explains, Chicago’s top two priorities at this point are maintaining roster flexibility and acquiring future assets. A sign-and-trade […]

SEATTLE, WA - JULY 22: Napheesa Collier #24 of the Minnesota Lynx is introduced before the game against the Seattle Storm on July 22, 2026 at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington. 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 Scott Eklund/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Wh...

Jul 31, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers (5) dribbles as Washington Mystics guard Sonia Citron (22) defends during the first half at CareFirst Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect The Dallas Wings (18-11) return home to College Park Center Sunday evening, where they will match up with the Connecticut Sun (7-22). This game follows the Wings’ second straight loss, both coming late in the game. Friday ni...

NBA insider claims Celtics have been in contact with the Warriors on potential Steph Curry trade.

That was close. Too close.

Wyatt Mills called up from Triple-A, Charlie Barnes sent outright to OKC but elected free agency

The Giants selected the contract of infielder Nate Furman, per a team announcement. Jesus Rodriguez is heading to the injured list with an elbow injury. San Francisco has an opening on the 40-man roster, so an additional move was not required. Furman came to the organization as the player to be named later in a […]

The Thunder are expected to be one of the NBA’s top contenders again next season, but it won’t it be quite the same team with Luguentz Dort, Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe all gone, writes Ben Golliver of ESPN. Appearing at a USA Basketball Foundation charity event in Southern California, Chet Holmgren discussed the departure […]

Jeremy Sochan's tenure with the Knicks has come to an end.

Thunder The Thunder may have lost several key contributors this offseason, but All-Star big man Chet Holmgren said he understands that’s simply part of life in the NBA. Speaking at a USA Basketball Foundation event, Holmgren admitted seeing Luguentz Dort, Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe depart in separate trades was difficult. “That’s how the business […] The post NBA Notes: Thunder, Chet Holmgren, Sixers, LeBron James, Warriors appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Kevin Durant has seen this movie before. The Rockets forward believes the 76ers have assembled the NBA’s newest superteam after adding LeBron James to a roster that already featured Joel Embiid, Jaylen Brown and Tyrese Maxey. Speaking during a USA Basketball event, Durant compared Philadelphia’s star-studded lineup to the Warriors teams he helped lead to […] The post Kevin Durant sees similarities between 76ers, Warriors superteams appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The 2026 free-agent market is finally slowing down, but it’s never too early to look ahead. Several of the NBA’s biggest stars could become free agents in the summer of 2027, though many are expected to sign extensions before then. Still, it’s a group worth keeping an eye on. Here are some of the biggest […] The post Who’s available in 2027? Early look at NBA free agency appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Cavaliers are still waiting to finalize James Harden‘s new contract and remain active in the search for another wing. But at least one national NBA analyst isn’t impressed with how the offseason has unfolded. Andy Bailey of Bleacher Report handed Cleveland a D+, pointing to the departures of Dean Wade and Keon Ellis, along […] The post Cavs’ offseason earns poor marks from one NBA analyst after LeBron miss appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Caitlin Clark authored her latest bit of history, becoming the fastest player in WNBA history to four career triple-doubles.

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With all the attention on Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark, there is a rising star with the Chicago Sky making a name for herself in the WNBA.Before joining the Sky as an undrafted free agent this year, guard Sydney Taylor had been playing overseas for the Kibirkstis Vilnius and MB Zagłębie Sosnowiec. Taylor signed a […] The post Chicago Sky Undrafted Rookie Just Put WNBA on High Alert appeared first on HEAVY.

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When Caitlin Clark was coming out of college at Iowa, there was no debate as to who would be the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft.

Gary Payton II had a reason to celebrate as he donated backpacks and other supplies during a back–to-school giveaway Saturday afternoon, writes Monte Poole of NBC Sports Bay Area. Payton’s one-year, $3.9MM contract was finalized, meaning the 33-year-old guard will be returning to the Warriors for another season. “Let’s go get it,” Payton said. “We’ve […]

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Sonia Citron: ‘It’s not easy being a post in this league, but at the same time, nobody can guard her’

Sabrina Ionescu had 27 points and 10 assists, Han Xu scored 17 points off the bench, and the New York Liberty edged the Phoenix Mercury 94-92 on Saturday. Xu, who had 11 points in nine minutes in the first half because Jonquel Jones was in foul trouble, shot 6 of 9 from the field, including 3 for 6 on 3-pointers. Jones had half her 16 points in the fourth quarter with nine rebounds and five assists.

Puma has released Minnesota Timberwolves guard LaMelo Ball's sixth signature sneaker with the brand, the MB.06 Puerto Rico, exclusively in Puerto Rico.

There is an active NBA player whose career is already the envy of many of his peers. This player has: By 2050, when climate and social chaos have killed off pro sports, this player will be long-forgotten. If not before. That player is not Kenny Sears, inactive from the NBA since 1964 and the mortal […]

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Oklahoma City's Chet Holmgren told reporters on Saturday afternoon that the departures of three contributors to the Thunder's 2025 championship team felt "like losing a family member," but at the same time, "that's how the business of this game goes."

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