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Two Western Conference head coaches, Chris Finch and Mark Daigneault, make their feelings known about the NBA's updated focus on flopping and push offs.

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WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 19: Jalen Duren #0 of the Detroit Pistons goes up for the rebound during the game against the Washington Wizards on March 19, 2026 at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. 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 Stephen Gosling/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty...

The Cavaliers have changed some pieces. Donovan Mitchell doesn’t think they need to change who they are. Speaking Wednesday after Cleveland’s first training-camp practice in Spain, Mitchell said the Cavs need to “double down on the habits” that carried them to the Eastern Conference finals last season, according to Cleveland 19 Getting there was progress. […] The post Donovan Mitchell: Cavs need to ‘double down’ after playoff disappointment appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Golden State Warriors are placing considerable emphasis on improving their transition defense during training camp after struggling in that area throughout last season. Wednesday’s second practice at BYU-Hawaii featured another controlled 5-on-5 session, although the overall workload was slightly lighter than the opening day. Head coach Steve Kerr acknowledged that Golden State must address […] The post Steve Kerr identifies Warriors’ transition defense as training camp priority appeared ...

James Harden is in Spain with the Cavaliers. Apparently, he wouldn’t mind playing there, either. Harden told Spanish outlet Cadena SER after Cleveland’s first training-camp practice Wednesday that he would “love” to play in Spain someday, though the 37-year-old made clear his immediate priority remains trying to win an NBA championship with the Cavs. Harden […] The post James Harden says he’d ‘love’ to play in Spain someday appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Nets and Mikel Brown Jr. both know how integral the point guard will be to the team’s efforts to get out of the bottom tier of NBA teams, but both parties will have to wait to see the experiment at full speed. Brown has been limited in training camp due to a left ankle […]

Raptors star Kawhi Leonard reflects on his past with Clippers and his future in Toronto.

Isiah Thomas is returning to the New York Knicks, whether Knicks fans like it or not.

The Blazers have a loaded backcourt making Morant’s role murky, but there is one possibility that he is open to though.

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After being thrown around the league multiple times, the NCAA’s 2024-25 assists leader has finally found a new home.

PORTLAND, OREGON - SEPTEMBER 28: Branden Carlson #10 of the Portland Trail Blazers poses for a portrait during NBA media day at Moda Center on September 28, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. 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 GettyImages License Agreement. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Portland Trail Blazers held day two of 2026-27 NBA Training Camp at...

The Pistons have recently upped their offer, which makes the choice for Jalen Duren extremely clear.

After being hit with one of the largest penalties in NBA history as a result of the league’s salary cap circumvention investigation, the Clippers opened their media day by apologizing to their fans, Ben Golliver writes for ESPN. “Our fans deserve to hear from us before this, and for that we’re sorry,” interim president of […]

The now 35-year-old Canadian is headed overseas.

The Toronto Raptors pulled off one of the biggest offseason moves in re-acquiring superstar wing Kawhi Leonard from the LA Clippers. Leonard was the centerpiece of the Raptors lone championship team in 2019, and he’s still playing at an elite level. However, Leonard is ready to pass the torch to Raptors’ budding young star Scottie […] The post Scottie Barnes reacts to Kawhi Leonard’s ‘Scottie’s team’ claim appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Toronto Raptors have heightened expectations this season after bringing back star wing Kawhi Leonard, the centerpiece of their 2019 championship team. Leonard is joining a more youthful Raptors roster compared to the veteran-laden one he played on. For current Raptors star Scottie Barnes, he’ll co-lead the team alongside Leonard, but there is one player […] The post Scottie Barnes gives indispensable teammate his flowers, and it’s not Kawhi Leonard appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Lakers forward picks Luka Doncic as the offensive GOAT.

The Bulls have made a pair of moves, waiving Marquel Sutton and signing Jalen Bridges, the team announced (via Twitter). Sutton, a 6’7″ forward who played for LSU last season, signed with Chicago on Saturday after playing Summer League with the Kings, with whom he averaged 8.8 points and 4.8 rebounds on .512/.389/.800 shooting over […]

Training camps have barely started, but it’s never too early for the NBA trade market to start taking shape. Sean Deveney of Heavy Sports put together an early look at players who could find their names circulating between now and the February trade deadline. Nothing here should be confused with an imminent deal, but several […] The post NBA Trade Rumors: Ty Jerome, Darius Garland, Dejounte Murray, Daniel Gafford appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The assumption around the NBA has been fairly easy to understand. The Celtics acquired Paul George in the Jaylen Brown trade, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they intend to keep him around. Maybe we shouldn’t be so sure. An NBA executive told Sean Deveney of Heavy Sports that George still has considerably more value around […] The post NBA executive: Don’t assume Celtics looking to dump Paul George appeared first on Hoops Wire.

JJ Redick acknowledged something he hadn’t planned to divulge. When asked how different it feels being in his third year as an NBA coach than his first, he opened up.  “I probably shouldn’t admit this,” Redick said at Lakers practice Wednesday, “but early in my coaching career I felt like I was cosplaying a little...

But in need of an on-ball scorer, floor raiser and experience, the Nets are confident Julius Randle is the right sort of veteran to guide their youngsters.

Orlando Magic forward Tristan da Silva is already standing out to new head coach Sean Sweeney through the opening days of training camp ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. As the Magic wrapped up their second day of training camp, Sweeney singled out da Silva while discussing the team’s progress learning his offensive system. In […] The post Tristan da Silva turning heads early at Magic training camp with strong qualities appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Nikola Vucevic’s return to the Orlando Magic has already made an impression on new teammate Desmond Bane as the organization prepares for the 2026-27 NBA season. Following Orlando’s second day of training camp Wednesday, Bane discussed what he has seen from the veteran center since Vucevic returned to the franchise this offseason. Speaking with the […] The post Nikola Vucevic’s Magic return draws eye-opening take from Desmond Bane appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Tyrese Maxey thought he knew what Jaylen Brown was. After xix seasons of guarding him, a seven-game playoff series against him last spring, and countless nights game-planning around him had built a fairly complete picture. Then the Philadelphia 76ers traded for him, and a few days of sharing a practice floor corrected the whole thing. […] The post 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey gets 100% real on ‘freak’ Jaylen Brown being different appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Boca Raton, FL – As the Miami Heat are in the midst of training camp, having completed their second day on Wednesday, the time is being used for newcomers such as Giannis Antetokounmpo to get acclimated to the team. However, other Heat players use training camp as a way to prove to the coaching staff […] The post Exclusive: Ex-March Madness star ready to prove himself along Giannis, Heat appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Sep 22, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant poses for a picture during media day at Hilton Americas hotel. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect We are three weeks away from opening night for the Rockets, when they open their season at against Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving and the Dallas Mavericks. It seems hard to believe, but the day is fast approaching. I thought now would be a good time to ask what your expectations are for t...

The New Orleans Pelicans are in an undeniably tough position right now. After finishing with a 26-56 record last season, they lack veteran leadership as well as a clear plan or vision for the future. Going into this campaign, expectations couldn’t be lower for what is very much still a young, rebuilding team. Even so, […]