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The U.S. delivered record ratings for the women's FIBA World Cup on TNT, with an average of 1.2 million people watching the Americans beat France in the gold medal game.

The possibility of the NBA adding two more expansion teams continues to gain steam, and it's expected to happen at record numbers.

The Los Angeles Clippers are not expected to receive any of the five forfeited first round picks back from the NBA, Adam Silver confirmed during a press conference from the Board of Governors meeting on Tuesday. There had been some speculation that the Clippers could follow the precedent of the Minnesota Timberwolves, who were originally stripped of five first round picks for salary cap circumvention involving Joe Smith and then received two of them back. "The discipline is final, to your dir...

The Knicks are signing big man Drew Eubanks to a one-year, non-guaranteed contract, Stefan Bondy of the New York Post tweets. They have inked big man Liam Robbins to an Exhibit 10 contract, the team’s PR department tweets. Additionally, the Knicks signed Jaden Akins, Nick Jourdain, Mitch Mascari, Toby Okani, Igor Milicic and Paul Zilinskas […]

On August 12, Mark Walter shocked the world by selling the Los Angeles Lakers to a new ownership group headlined by Disney CEO Bob Iger and venture capitalist Josh Kushner, but could the team have almost been sold to Metta World Peace? instead Taking to LinkedIn to give a peek behind the curtain of his […] The post Metta World Peace reveals attempt to become Lakers part-owner appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Sophie Cunningham says Adam Silver has been quietly picking her brain on who should run the WNBA next.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - JANUARY 07: Drew Eubanks #14 of the Phoenix Suns reacts after dunking over Desmond Bane #22 of the Memphis Grizzlies and John Konchar #46 during the game at Footprint Center on January 07, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Grizzlies defeated the Suns 121-115. 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 Chris Coduto/Getty Ima...

"It wasn’t manageable," Azzi Fudd said of the right knee soreness that ended her rookie year. The post ‘This was the right decision’: Azzi Fudd speaks on unexpected end to rookie season appeared first on The IX Sports.

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this is a question i've thought about before, but now that expansions are being discussed more openly again, it's on my mind again. now, i'm an albertan fan, but i don't think i could just switch up on the raptors if, say, a calgary team were added. how about you? are you too deep into raptors fandom to switch to another canuck squad? submitted by /u/wistful_grace [link] [comments]

The latest news on the NBA's upcoming expansion: an update of the bidding process and a potential timeline for the new teams.

The Pistons have signed and waived forwards Dawson Garcia and Basheer Jihad, Spotrac contributor Keith Smith tweets. The moves are designed to have Garcia and Jihad join their NBA G League affiliate, the Motor City Cruise. Garcia was on the Pistons’ camp roster last fall but was waived prior to opening night. He went undrafted […]

Caitlin Clark left a comment on Paige Bueckers' Team USA post.

Kawhi Leonard is about to begin his second run with the Toronto Raptors, and it appears to come with a good reason. According to ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania, Leonard had other potential suitors who wanted to trade for him, but he ultimately chose the Toronto Raptors because of his legacy. “There were teams —...

The New York Knicks are the reigning NBA champions, and this season is about trying to defend their title and repeat. Head coach Mike Brown’s decision to use his bench regularly was a big reason why the Knicks won the title, and the team made an intriguing move to fortify their roster depth with the […] The post Knicks add intriguing vet ahead of 2026-27 NBA title defense appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Toronto Raptors, after much ado, have officially brought back Kawhi Leonard in a trade with the Los Angeles Clippers, sending Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two unprotected first-round picks (2031 and 2033), an unprotected pick swap in 2027, and two second-round selections (2030 and 2033). This finally brought an end to a trade saga that […] The post Raptors dig up old Scottie Barnes’ admission about Kawhi Leonard appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Expectations are high for the Miami Heat heading into the 2026-27 NBA season following their blockbuster trade for two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo. Antetokounmpo immediately elevates the Heat into contending status, although considering that there are plenty of other contending teams in the Eastern Conference, the road ahead for this team is not going to be […] The post Davion Mitchell already declares Heat ‘champions’ amid Giannis hype appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The New York Knicks brought home their first NBA title in 53 years this summer, and the success from last year means fans will have a harder time seeing them play during the 2026-27 campaign.

The Minnesota Lynx will locally broadcast their Sept. 20 game at the Connecticut Sun on FOX 9+ after streaming service Victory+ announced it was shutting down operations.

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - FEBRUARY 03: Isaiah Wong #21 of the Charlotte Hornets plays against the Washington Wizards during their game at Spectrum Center on February 03, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images) | Getty Images Dwight Murray Jr. and Isaiah Wong are officia...

Terrika Foster-Brasby didn't let the naysayers define her. Now, she's a trusted storyteller in the WNBA. The post Authenticity and versatility have enabled Terrika Foster-Brasby to thrive appeared first on The IX Sports.

Former NBA player Eddie Johnson believes Kawhi Leonard of the Toronto Raptors could face a lengthy wait before eventually being inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Johnson argued that Leonard’s accomplishments may not be enough to make him a first-ballot selection, predicting that voters could deliberately delay his induction for several years. “When he […] The post Eddie Johnson: Kawhi Leonard won’t be a first-ballot Hall of Famer appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

John Konchar has agreed to a one-year deal with the New York Knicks, agent George S. Langberg of GSL Sports Group told ESPN on Tuesday night.

Caleb Wilson felt like he was back in college again when he recently returned to Chapel Hill and played some hoops with North Carolina students. He even threw one down off the board to the delight of everyone who witnessed the Chicago Bulls rookie’s basketball prowess. You can check out the video of that dunk […] The post Watch Bulls’ Caleb Wilson throw down a slam back in Chapel Hill return appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Cleveland Cavaliers have big expectations for Peyton Watson in his first season with the team.

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These three questions could dictate whether the Indiana Fever's season ends as a success or a disappointment.

Azzi Fudd is ready to do what she can for the playoff-bound Wings while rehabbing from arthroscopic knee surgery that ended the rookie season for the WNBA's No. 1 overall draft pick.

The Cavaliers wanted Donovan Mitchell in Cleveland for the long haul. The bill for making that happen is what has ESPN’s Ben Golliver raising an eyebrow. Mitchell signed a four-year, $273 million maximum extension this offseason, a deal that Golliver wrote “deserves more scrutiny.” The numbers are certainly enormous. Mitchell will earn more than $60 […] The post Donovan Mitchell’s $273 million Cavs extension called ‘a bit ominous’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.