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Before Stephen Curry’s two-year, $116MM extension with the Warriors was announced Friday night, he expressed confidence in the organization during an appearance on The Stephen A. Smith Show on SiriusXM’s Mad Dog Sports Radio, relays Kurt Helin of NBC Sports. Even with an older roster, Curry believes Golden State is capable of challenging for another […]

Caitlin Clark did not soften her message after the Indiana Fever closed the regular season with an 86-66 loss to the Minnesota Lynx. The Fever star challenged her teammates to leave the disappointment behind and attack the WNBA playoffs with urgency. Clark’s playoff warning was clear: Indiana cannot afford another slow start once the postseason […] The post Caitlin Clark Delivers Blunt Playoff Warning After Fever 86-66 Blowout Loss appeared first on Stadium Rant.

LOS ANGELES -- As been mentioned, Los Angeles Sparks legend Nneka Ogwumike has called it a career in the WNBA.

Kenny Atkinson has plenty of candidates for the Cavaliers’ rotation. Deciding how they fit together is the part he wants to see in training camp. The coach said Friday that Cleveland’s starting lineup isn’t set, even with Peyton Watson arriving as a potential starter alongside James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen. Atkinson […] The post Cavs Notes: Rotation, Peyton Watson, Mario Hezonja, Kenny Atkinson appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Tyrese Haliburton given full clearance ahead of 2026-27 season.

Wings star Paige Bueckers said her big-game experience, including winning an NCAA title at UConn and a gold medal in the FIBA World Cup, have prepared her for her first WNBA postseason.

VanDerveer, despite her old-school roots, sees no problem with Clark's deep three-pointers.

The Duke basketball program hasn’t won an NCAA title since 2015 but they’ve produced NBA stars including Cooper Flagg, whose height became a surprise topic recently. Flagg will team up with two fellow former Blue Devils stars, media day fan Dereck Lively II and Kyrie Irving, this season in Dallas with the Mavericks. The trio […] The post Kyrie Irving, Cooper Flagg highlight Mavericks picture that Duke basketball fans will love appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Post’s Brian Lewis breaks down the Nets’ top storylines heading into training camp.

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Klay Thompson’s outside shooting may give him the edge in the battle for the Heat’s final starting spot, Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald writes in a subscriber-only story. Thompson, who signed with Miami after agreeing to a buyout with Dallas this summer, is by far the most accomplished long-distance shooter on the roster, ranking […]

The LA Clippers have signed guards Jason Preston and Hunter Sallis to Exhibit 10 contracts. After the preseason, Preston and Sallis are expected to join the San Diego Clippers for the G League season. Preston played in 16 games for the G League Clippers last season. The 6-foot-3 guard averaged 13.1 points, 6.1 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.4 steals per game. Sallis played in 36 G League games last season split between the G League Clippers and the Delaware Blue Coats. The 6-foot-4 guard average...

MONTEVIDEO, URUGUAY - AUGUST 27: Buddy Hield of Bahamas reacts during the FIBA World Cup 2027 Americas Qualifiers Group F game between Uruguay and Bahamas at Antel Arena on August 27, 2026 in Montevideo, Uruguay. (Photo by Enzo Santos/FIBA via Getty Images) | FIBA via Getty Images NBA forward Buddy Hield has been traded once again. ESPN’s Shams Charania is reporting that the 10-year veteran is headed to the Chicago Bulls in exchange for guard Rob Dillingham. Last February, the Golden State Wa...

LeBron James’ decision to sign with Philadelphia prevented Koby Altman from landing his top offseason target, but the Cavaliers’ president of basketball operations believes he still has a team that can compete for a title, writes Joe Reedy of The Associated Press. Speaking at a news conference Friday, Altman said the organization had a productive […]

Ionescu finding her form is how the Liberty avoid a second straight first-round playoff exit The post Sabrina Ionescu will be key to the New York Liberty advancing past the Lynx appeared first on The IX Sports.

“I’m sick of seeing things on the internet thinking, like, I can’t run, I can’t jump, which I can.” Eye roll.

After a successful partnership, both Rob Pelinka and LeBron James looked back fondly on their Lakers era.

El Segundo, CA - September 24, 2026: Lakers general manager/president of basketball operations Rob Pelinka, left, speaks as Lakers coach JJ Redick listens during a press conference at the UCLA Health Training Center in El Segundo Thursday, September 24, 2026. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) For the second Media Day in a row, the Lakers are in the middle of a franchise sale that has left some things uncertain. They spent most of the last year “Dodgerizing” the franchise...

Sydney Johnson: ‘I think we've been ready for a while’ The post The Washington Mystics don’t have much postseason experience, but they’re playoff ready appeared first on The IX Sports.

Zaccharie Risacher admitted he was surprised by the Atlanta Hawks trading him to the Dallas Mavericks after his first NBA season, despite being told he had exceeded expectations. The 2024 No. 1 overall pick discussed the move, explaining that he never received a clear indication that his future in Atlanta was uncertain. “I feel like […] The post Zaccharie Risacher admits surprise over Hawks trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

NBA insider reveals Nikola Jokic's loyalty to Nuggets amid looming extension.

In the first round of the 2026 WNBA Playoffs, the No. 4 Atlanta Dream face off against the No. 5 Washington Mystics in a series that will kick off in Atlanta. Series Schedule: Game One: State Farm Arena – Sunday, Sep. 27 at 7:00 p.m. ET (Prime Video) Game Two: CareFirst Arena – Wednesday, Sep.… The post 2026 WNBA Playoffs Preview – Round 1: Atlanta Dream vs. Washington Mystics appeared first on Winsidr.

The Chicago Bulls are trading Rob Dillingham to the Charlotte Hornets for Buddy Hield and cash, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania on Saturday.

The Cavaliers’ radio booth will have a familiar addition for select games this season. Serena Winters will join play-by-play announcer Tim Alcorn for games with exclusive national television broadcasts, the team announced as part of its new agreement with iHeartMedia Cleveland. Alcorn returns for his eighth season calling Cavs games. It’s a role Winters knows. […] The post Serena Winters to join Cavs radio broadcasts for select games appeared first on Hoops Wire.

In an era of private equity and priced-out parades, peace in Brooklyn starts with letting go.

If you know Steph Curry, you know his priority is finding joy.  He doesn’t like drama. He’s not interested in distractions. He’s single-mindedly focused on feeling the thrill of his jaw-dropping shots swish through the net over outstretched hands. That’s why it makes sense that he ended the chatter around him before Warriors’ media day...

Dillon Brooks won’t be judged this season by his stats, but how he helps the Suns win.

Angel Reese’s WNBA-record 32nd double-double of 2026 tied Yolanda Griffith for 12th all time as Atlanta secured home-court advantage.

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton shared a hype video of him and his teammates working out at Vanderbilt University in Nashville for the team's annual players-only minicamp as they prepare for the season.