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PHOENIX, ARIZONA - JANUARY 04: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns talks with head coach Jordan Ott during the second half of the NBA game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Mortgage Matchup Center on January 04, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Thunder 108-105. 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 Christian Peterse...

We made it folks. It’s been 144 days since the last time we saw the Minnesota Timberwolves play basketball. A lot has happened in the past four months. New faces. New threads. New voices. Hell, even (technically) new owners! In what figures to be a wild season, we can finally kick off our first official game thread of the season. Commence the jiggling! Game Info Who: Minnesota Timberwolves (0-0) vs. Milwaukee Bucks (0-0) When: Monday, October 5 at 7:00 PM CT Where: Fiserv Forum — Milwaukee, W...

Coach Rick Carlisle’s Indiana Pacers are attempting to run back their 2024-25 NBA Finals appearance with their familiar core led by Tyrese Haliburton, who made a stern injury announcement. Haliburton was fuming after the rival New York Knicks won the 2025-26 title and has his sights set on another strong season judging by his appearance […] The post Seeing Tyrese Haliburton back in action leaves Pacers fans going bananas appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The on-court breakthrough was born off the court.

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Spurs free-agent acquisition Tobias Harris suffered a calf strain during camp that has him questionable for the team's Oct. 20 season opener vs. OKC.

In the post-Giannis era, Milwaukee still has something a lot of teams wish they had: Big men who can shoot 3s and protect the rim.

Duren eventually accepted Detroit's five-year, $200 million offer, but not before leaks of a fractured team-player relationship

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Golden State basketball is on the way! Come join our game thread and chat about tonight’s matchup here.

Is the Atlantic Division the best in the league?! The post 2026-27 NBA Preview: Atlantic Division appeared first on Ballislife.com.

Playing on a big stage is not for everyone, especially for a team like the Los Angeles Lakers, and there are nine new players this season looking to make a name for themselves. Sandro Mamukelashvili is one of those is he is coming off a career year with the Toronto Raptors and is now looking […]

After supplanting Harrison Barnes as a starter last season, Spurs forward Julian Champagnie was rewarded with a three-year, $45MM extension at the end of June. “It meant the world to me,” Champagnie said, according to Tom Orsborn of The San Antonio Express-News. “I’m happy they trust me doing my job.” As Orsborn writes, the 76ers […]

CLEVELAND, OHIO - MAY 09: Jalen Duren #0 of the Detroit Pistons waits during the fourth quarter of Game Three of the Second Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena on May 09, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Pistons 116-109. 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 ...

The original post-game podcast on Planet Purple! Click the SUBSCRIBE button. Click the BELL to turn on notifications. Watch it right here! Listen to the latest podcast episode of the Suns JAM Session Podcast below. Stay up to date on every episode, subscribe to the pod on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, YouTube Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, and Castbox. Please subscribe, rate, and review.

I thoroughly enjoy the little things about covering the Phoenix Suns. There are always larger conversations surrounding this team. Short-term and long-term decisions, roster construction, player trajectories, and the overall health of the franchise. But given my naturally meticulous nature, I tend to get caught up in the details that have absolutely no bearing on the actual coverage of the team. One place that becomes especially apparent is in the design and presentation of the Suns JAM Sessi...

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - SEPTEMBER 28: Yaxel Lendeborg #1 of the Golden State Warriors poses for a portrait during NBA media day on September 28, 2026 at Chase Center in San Francisco, California. 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 Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Mike Rasay/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Gol...

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MAY 02: A detailed view of the shoes on Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the fourth quarter of a game against the Boston Celtics in Game Seven of the First Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs at TD Garden on May 02, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 M...

PORTLAND, OR - SEPTEMBER 28: Head Coach Micah Nori of the Portland Trail Blazers poses for a portrait during NBA media day on September 28, 2026 at the Portland Trail Blazers practice facility 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 Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Cameron Browne/NBAE via Getty Image...

Recently, the Detroit Pistons ended this NBA offseason’s longest stalemate by agreeing to a five-year, $200 million deal with All-Star center Jalen Duren to keep him with the franchise over the long haul. The deal came after months of speculation that the relationship between the two sides might be beyond repair amid the contract talks. […] The post Jalen Duren blasts ‘false narratives’ after contract squabble turns into $200 million Pistons deal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Despite a prolonged negotiation that appeared to turn sour at times, Jalen Duren said he is relieved and excited to return to Detroit.

After a drawn-out restricted free agency process, third-team All-NBA center Jalen Duren formally signed his five-year, $200MM contract with the Pistons on Friday. The 22-year-old big man spoke to the media on Sunday to reaffirm his commitment to the team and clear up some of the rumors that he believes misrepresented him and the situation, […]

Change can be difficult to navigate, but for Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James, it may allow him to spread his wings. Whether he admits it or not, LeBron James’ departure lets Bronny be himself and worry less about outside noise. After showing more positive growth in his sophomore season and playing in the playoffs, […]

Coach Darko Rajakovic says the Raptors are letting newcomer Kawhi Leonard get up to speed before putting him in a preseason game. But yes, the plan is for Leonard to play in one eventually. Leonard sat out the Raptors’ 129-105 loss to the Heat on Saturday. He likely will miss next Saturday’s exhibition against his […] The post Raptors taking their time with Kawhi Leonard’s preseason debut appeared first on Hoops Wire.

He’s not just a shooter.

It took Anthony Edwards about two months to fully recover from the knee injuries that bothered him at the end of last season, the star Timberwolves guard told reporters on Saturday (Twitter video link via Andrew Dukowitz of SI.com and Zone Coverage). In addition to a runner’s knee ailment in his right knee, Edwards also […]

For some NBA coaches, well, the heat may be on. David Adelman with the Nuggets. Nick Nurse with the 76ers. Ime Udoka with the Rockets. Kenny Atkinson with the Cavaliers. Perhaps even Mitch Johnson with the reigning Western Conference Spurs. At least, these were the names identified by ESPN in an article entitled “Five coaches […] The post Nick Nurse, Kenny Atkinson listed among NBA coaches who could be facing the heat appeared first on Hoops Wire.

After LeBron James left LA to join the Philadelphia 76ers, the additional trade picture for the Lakers became clear. With the franchise cornerstone’s departure, it was almost clear that at least one more name would be on the roll. Bronny James was one of the players to get attention on and off the trade block. […] The post Why NBA insider isn’t ruling out Lakers’ Bronny James trade amid roster crunch appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr addressed the Draymond Green changes that will be made ahead of the 2026-27 season. Green will have to embrace rookie Yaxel Lendeborg on offense. And with Warriors’ Brandin Podziemski taking on an increased role in the backcourt, Draymond’s expected to make slight tweaks to his approach. In addition […] The post Steve Kerr’s ‘biggest adjustment’ for Warriors’ Draymond Green will change years-long habit appeared first on ClutchPoints.