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Raptors taking their time with Kawhi Leonard’s preseason debut

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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.

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Mario Hezonja Up 70 Pounds, 3 Inches Since Being Drafted, Talks Massive Weight Gain for NBA Return

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Updated Oct 2, 11:33 AM ET

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Mario Hezonja is back in the NBA after a six-season absence, and he's three inches taller and 70 pounds heavier (6'6", 190 to 6'9", 260) than he was when he initially entered the NBA in 2015 with the Orlando Magic.

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'That's Bulls--t,' Ben Simmons Calls Out Critics Who Say He Doesn't Love Basketball

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Updated Sep 29, 10:53 AM ET

Sacramento Kings forward Ben Simmons pushed back against the narrative that he doesn't love basketball during the team's media day on Monday, saying injury issues were the bigger reason he didn't play last season.

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Anthony Edwards will raise eyebrows with Timberwolves 'superteam' declaration that comes with twist

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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.

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Steve Kerr's 'biggest adjustment' for Warriors' Draymond Green will change years-long habit

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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.

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Why NBA insider isn’t ruling out Lakers’ Bronny James trade amid roster crunch

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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.

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Trae Young Admits He's Likely to Be 'Weak Link Defensively' for Wizards After Offseason Additions

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Updated Oct 3, 1:32 PM ET

Washington Wizards point guard Trae Young admitted to reporters that he might be the "weak link" on the defensive end, although he noted his ability to still give effort alongside the help he'll have behind him (h/t Henry J. Brown of Wizards on SI).

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