NBA NewsToday, Oct 4, 2026

It was only one preseason game, but Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered an encouraging performance in the Heat’s exhibition over Toronto in Quebec City on Saturday, writes Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald. The two-time MVP, who was limited to a career-low 36 appearances last season due to a variety of injuries, finished with nine points, seven […]

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.

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.

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, […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are just over two weeks away from kicking off their 2026-27 NBA season. The Timberwolves come into this season with a new-look roster after salary dumping Julius Randle and trading for Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball this offseason, in addition to other moves. Recently, franchise star Anthony Edwards revealed the one […] The post Anthony Edwards will raise eyebrows with Timberwolves ‘superteam’ declaration that comes with twist 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.

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.

Antetokounmpo rested in the second half, along with the other Miami starters.

This is the second installment in our 2026 series examining players who are prime candidates for rookie scale contract extensions. This series will explore the player’s strengths and weaknesses, and will evaluate what a fair deal between the player and his team might look like. Background After one college season at Alabama, Brandon Miller was […]

Georges Niang came to the Warriors to find a role. Playing center might be part of the answer. Golden State used the 33-year-old forward at center during a scrimmage Thursday, according to Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area. Niang missed all of last season after an injury in training camp, so simply getting back […] The post Georges Niang getting looks at center as Warriors sort out frontcourt appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Former NBA player Pero Antic has strongly criticized LeBron James, arguing that the former Los Angeles Lakers star has negatively affected the modern NBA and questioning comparisons between James, Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant. Antic, who played three seasons in the NBA with the Atlanta Hawks between 2013 and 2015, made the comments while discussing […] The post Pero Antic slams LeBron James: “He ruined the NBA” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Mark Cuban revealed the worst moment he experienced against the Los Angeles Lakers during his time as Dallas Mavericks owner, recalling a stunning collapse involving Kobe Bryant. Cuban, who bought the Mavericks in 2000, was asked by David Carr about his lowest “Laker moment” as the team’s owner. He pointed to a game early in […] The post Mark Cuban reveals his worst ‘Laker moment’ appeared first on TalkBasket.net.