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The Nuggets have emerged as a possible suitor to watch for free agent forward Cam Whitmore, reports Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Substack link). The 20th overall pick in the 2023 NBA draft, Whitmore was traded last month from the Wizards to the Cavaliers, who waived him in a cost-cutting move in order to […]

Sophie Cunningham doesn't understand why others are "reluctant" to acknowledge Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark.

Former NBA champion Iman Shumpert makes his feelings clear on Tracy McGrady's claim that MVPs weigh more than championships.

Given the Warriors' need for an upgrade, we examine a trade proposal that would help Golden State pair Stephen Curry with Paolo Banchero.

The Pistons should trade Jalen Duren. Or at least begin seriously considering it if he signs his $9.6 million qualifying offer. That is the argument made by Blake Silverman of NBA on SI, who notes that Detroit could otherwise watch its 22-year-old All-Star center become an unrestricted free agent and leave for nothing next summer. […] The post Jalen Duren qualifying offer could force Pistons to consider trade appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Lynx need two wins to secure the WNBA’s No. 1 seed, but a dangerous closing doubleheader against Caitlin Clark and the Fever could change everything.

Team USA’s run to another FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup gold medal gave the WNBA something it hasn’t always enjoyed this season: a stretch of basketball where the attention centered on winning, chemistry and players genuinely supporting one another. That positive feeling may not last once the WNBA playoffs begin. With the league preparing to […]

The Clippers finally traded Kawhi Leonard. Now they have to assemble an actual basketball team from what remains. The roster isn’t devoid of talent. It is, however, oddly shaped. Darius Garland and Brandon Ingram appear to be the only unquestioned starters. Cem Yolbulan of NBA on SI projects Max Strus, Rui Hachimura and Brook Lopez […] The post Clippers’ post-Kawhi roster is crowded in backcourt, thin up front appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Cavaliers Just as the Cavaliers finished reshaping themselves for another run through the Eastern Conference, Toronto added Kawhi Leonard. That qualifies as an inconvenience. As NBA on SI examined, Leonard gives Cleveland another legitimate postseason obstacle in a conference that already became considerably stronger this summer. Leonard averaged a career-high 27.9 points last season, earned […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, Kawhi Leonard, Jazz, Brice Sensabaugh, Pelicans appeared first on Hoops ...

The WNBA returns Thursday with all eight playoff teams confirmed but every seed still unsettled. Here is the complete standings update, remaining schedule and postseason picture.

TORONTO, ON - DECEMBER 19: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors warms up prior to an NBA game against the Indiana Pacers at Scotiabank Arena on December 19, 2018 in Toronto, 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. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Toronto Raptors have officially confirmed via press release that ...

With the Golden State Warriors preparing for training camp right around the corner, head coach Steve Kerr will be preparing for his 13th season in the NBA as head coach for the franchise. As the Warriors look ahead to the preseason and the regular season ahead, Kerr would give insight into the mental battle he […] The post Warriors’ Steve Kerr reveals the ‘couple week’s that made him do 180 on retiring appeared first on ClutchPoints.

J. Cole gave San Antonio fans more than a sold-out concert Sunday night. He also delivered a memorable salute to the city, its championship basketball history, and the superstar positioned to lead the Spurs into their next era, per MYSA. The artist brought his global Fall-Off tour to Frost Bank Center, packing the approximately 19,000-seat […] The post J. Cole makes bold Victor Wembanyama, Spurs dynasty prediction appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Mavericks are moving into a new era under new head coach Dusty May and former Mavericks assistant Igor Kokoskov is sounding off about his time with the team and specifically working with Jason Kidd. Kokoskov came to the Mavericks after forming a bond with Luka Doncic following coaching Doncic’s team to the EuroBasket title […] The post Ex-Dallas assistant pulls no punches on experience with Jason Kidd appeared first on ClutchPoints.

An emphatic dunk is one of the most exciting plays in the NBA, but Nikola Jokic clearly doesn't need that to make an impact.

Sometimes the best moves a team can make are the ones that aren't the flashiest.

According to the Warriors’ most prominent podcaster, Green asked his team for a sign-and-trade with Memphis in 2023.

On the latest edition of ESPN’s NBA Today, Bobby Marks laid out Jalen Duren’s two options headed into the new season. Per a report by The Athletic, Duren was offered a 5-year, $190 million contract this offseason, but the negotiations still appear to be at a stalemate as Media Day and training camp arrive. .@BobbyMarks42 […] The post Bobby Marks lays out Jalen Duren’s 2 options for 2026-27 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Jalen Duren’s contract stalemate with the Detroit Pistons has taken another turn, with Marc Spears reporting that the 22-year-old center feels disrespected by the franchise. “It’s not about money right now. He feels disrespected,” Spears said on NBA Today. “There’s a black cloud going into camp. They gotta try to fix it, and I don’t […] The post Jalen Duren feels disrespected by Pistons appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Appearing on the Tom Tolbert Show (YouTube link), Warriors head coach Steve Kerr confirmed to his former college teammate that he made up his mind near the end of 2025/26 that he wouldn’t return for a 13th season in ’26/27, citing the demanding travel schedule as one factor in his thinking. However, Kerr said three […]

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A Vancouver group is eyeing a second WNBA team in Canada. They've publicly announced desires to win a bid.

MEMPHIS, TN - MARCH 18: Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors handles the ball during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies on March 18, 2023 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. 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 2023 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images T...

The Celtics have signed free agent guard Caleb Grill to a training camp contract, per Paul Garcia of The Spot Up Shot (Twitter link). Grill’s deal figures to include Exhibit 10 language so he can earn a bonus for playing for Boston’s G League affiliate in Maine. Grill, who played a pair of exhibition games […]

Knicks fans can start making their plans to see the champions.

Golden State’s interest in Booker is hardly shocking, but turning that interest into a betting opportunity changes the equation.

The Mavericks, Jazz, and Kings could each benefit from this interesting three-team trade that swaps three players for fair prices.

Miami Heat fans will have to wait until Oct. 21 to see Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo share the court as teammates in a regular-season game, but they got a preview of what it could look like Monday.