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ARLINGTON, TX - SEPTEMBER 19: Dallas Wings have a team huddle after the game against the Phoenix Mercury on September 19, 2026 at the College Park Center in Arlington, TX. 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 Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The WNBA’s 30...

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Tim Connelly explains the plan for Jonathan Kuminga, and how he will impact the Timberwolves.

Rob Pelinka says the Lakers can't be irrelevant for several years like the Thunder and the Spurs were to increase the value of their draft picks.

Stephen Curry is on track to become the highest-paid player in NBA history in terms of career earnings after signing a historic extension with the Golden State Warriors.

The 2026 obituaries, seeing where the non-playoff teams go from here and assessing whether they’re worth having faith in The post WNBA Notes: Let’s talk about the future, with Connecticut, Toronto and more appeared first on The IX Sports.

Warriors star Stephen Curry has agreed on a two-year, $116 million contract extension with the franchise, with a player option in 2028-29, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

Twelve-time NBA All-Star Stephen Curry reaffirmed his commitment to the Golden State Warriors.

Curry is not leaving the Warriors anytime soon.

The Utah Jazz have been busy this offseason, working to fortify their roster by signing guard Keyonte George to a long-term contract extension. Rookie phenom Darryn Peterson gained George’s respect recently during a busy news week that included another move in the front court. The Jazz front court needed help, and got it as the […] The post Jazz back 25-year-old forward for second stint appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Anthony Edwards has a major responsibility on his hands going into the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 2026-27 campaign. Former player Kendrick Perkins certainly has high expectations for the superstar. Edwards has been playing in the NBA since 2020, rising up the ranks to become one of the best players in the entire league. He has elevated Minnesota […] The post Why Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards tops Kendrick Perkins’ under most pressure list appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Some moments are bigger than basketball.

Alyssa Thomas’ arrival in Phoenix was supposed to help push the Mercury toward contention, and initially, it did. After joining the team in 2025, she helped Phoenix reach the WNBA Finals and finished third in MVP voting.

Ausar Thompson responds to massive extensions for him and his brother.

Stephen Curry believes the Warriors can still compete for a championship. He also knows they can’t expect to win simply because they are the Warriors. “We still believe that we can be that team,” Curry told Stephen A. Smith on SiriusXM. “I think our challenge now is to reimagine what that looks like.” Curry pointed […] The post Stephen Curry still believes Warriors can contend, but says they must ‘reimagine’ how appeared first on Hoops Wire.

NEW YORK — The 2026 New York Liberty played their final regular season game on Wednesday. They lost 83-65 to the Atlanta Dream at home, setting Chris DeMarco’s record in his first season as a head coach in the WNBA at 26-18. The Liberty, locked in as the 8th seed in the playoffs, are set to play the Minnesota Lynx in the first round. This was the […] The post Chris DeMarco asserts Liberty have proven they’ll be ‘ready to go’ vs. Lynx appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Seth Lundy signed a training camp deal with the Dallas Mavericks on Friday, sources told Michael Scotto. Lundy has missed the previous two seasons due to injuries. Lundy averaged 20.0 points and 3.8 rebounds in four Summer League games with the Raptors.

Drew Timme signed a training camp deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Timme averaged 5.6 points and 2.7 rebounds in two seasons with the Nets and Lakers.

For all the controversy, narratives, and right-wing meddling happening off the court, the WNBA had another stellar season of fans tuning in to watch the action on it. ESPN announced Friday that for the third straight year, the stretch of WNBA games broadcast across ESPN and ABC this season was the most-watched in its history.…

The New York Knicks pivoted after winning their first NBA championship in 53 seasons. The Knicks primary backup center walked to the division rival Boston Celtics. New York replaced much of that production in adding Andre Drummond. But the Knicks weren’t done. They’ve recently signed a gaggle of free agents, including a few relatively high […] The post Which recent additions should make Knicks roster? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Thomas: 'I haven’t felt this way in a long time' The post Why the Phoenix Mercury’s upcoming offseason will be so important appeared first on The IX Sports.

A’ja Wilson, Caitlin Clark, Breanna Stewart, Olivia Miles, and Kelsey Mitchell: these are the players who have dominated MVP conversations throughout the 2026 WNBA season. For Sue Bird, her pick had always been Olivia Miles.

Lakers head coach JJ Redick is bullish about the team’s offseason moves, per Dave McMenamin of ESPN. “I think with this group, probably the first time in my three years here that I feel like the pieces actually fit together,” Redick said. During the same press conference on Thursday, president of basketball operations Rob Pelinka […]

KJ Martin and the Minnesota Timberwolves have agreed to a contract that will allow him to compete for a roster spot for the regular season during training camp. Martin appeared in 43 games during the 2024-25 season with the Philadelphia 76ers and Utah Jazz, averaging 6.4 points and 2.9 rebounds in 21.2 minutes. Martin played in China last season for the Ningbo Rockets.

While reluctant to name San Antonio Spurs All-Star Victor Wembanyama the best player, ESPN’s Stephen A Smith believes the reigning Defensive Player of the Year is very close. Smith declared Wembanyama the face of the NBA, dethroning Philadelphia 76ers All-Star LeBron James, and believes there are only two players above him. Smith explained why Wembanyama […] The post Why Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama is a top-3 NBA player, according to Stephen A. Smith appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Washington Wizards are optimistic for the 2026-27 season after using the No. 1 overall pick on AJ Dybantsa. With more talent on this year’s roster, general manager Will Dawkins is expecting big things from the team, especially from Dybantsa. While talking with media members on Friday, Dawkins claimed that he expects the 19-year-old forward […] The post Why Wizards’ Will Dawkins expects big strides after adding AJ Dybantsa appeared first on ClutchPoints.

NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 8: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs looks on during the game against the New York Knicks during Game Three of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 8, 2026 at Madison in New York, New York. 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 Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Im...

What the Phoenix Mercury said about the 2026 season and Kelsey Plum's future on exit day.

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The Bulls have signed three NBA veterans — Brandon Boston Jr., Orlando Robinson and Drew Peterson — to training camp contracts and have set their roster for next week’s camp, which begins on September 29 and runs through Oct. 4 (Twitter link via Joel Lorenzi of The Athletic). Boston signed with Turkish powerhouse Fenerbahce in […]