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The Lakers' 3-0 start masked glaring defensive flaws. After allowing 136 points to Portland, can Luka Doncic and Walker Kessler overcome LA's biggest weakness?

The Sixers have received the extra spending flexibility they requested after losing Ariel Hukporti. Finding the right way to use it is the next assignment. The NBA granted Philadelphia a disabled player exception following Hukporti’s season-ending Achilles tear, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. The exception is worth approximately $1.7 million, half of […] The post Sixers granted $1.7 million exception after Ariel Hukporti injury appeared first on Hoops Wire.

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 28: Jarred Vanderbilt #2 of the Los Angeles Lakers battles Baba Miller #18 of the LA Clippers for position during the second half of a game at Intuit Dome on October 28, 2026 in Inglewood, 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 the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) | Getty Images Across the first fou...

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick credited his team’s defensive intensity, rebounding and bench production after the Lakers defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 103-87 on Wednesday, October 28, despite playing without Luka Doncic. The Lakers improved to 4-1 after responding to their first loss of the season. Quentin Grimes scored 23 points, Collin Sexton […] The post JJ Redick credits Lakers’ defense after Clippers win appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Anthony Edwards’ knee procedure is complete. The Timberwolves now begin the considerably less enjoyable part of waiting for their best player to return. Edwards underwent successful arthroscopic surgery for debridement in his right knee Thursday, the team announced. Minnesota expects him to make a full recovery but did not provide a timetable. That last part […] The post Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards has knee surgery, return date still uncertain appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Jazz Darryn Peterson scored 18 points against the Spurs. When the game needed deciding, though, the Jazz rookie was watching. Will Hardy pulled the No. 2 overall pick with 2:05 left in regulation and didn’t bring him back for overtime in Wednesday’s 117-111 loss. “We’ve got to clean up execution,” Hardy said, via Shreyas Laddha […] The post NBA Notes: Jazz, Darryn Peterson, Lakers, Collin Sexton, Warriors appeared first on Hoops Wire.

TORONTO, CANADA - MARCH 7: Trayce Jackson-Davis #32, Jakob Poeltl #19 and Head Coach Darko Rajakovic of the Toronto Raptors participates in an all access practice on March 7 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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 Vaughn Ridley/NBAE via Getty Images) | NB...

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 27: The shoes of Paul George #13 of the Boston Celtics during the second quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at TD Garden on October 27, 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 Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) | Getty Images Herald Celtics big man must shake this troublesome habit:...

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - OCTOBER 26: Jerami Grant #3 of the Memphis Grizzlies handles the ball during the game against the Utah Jazz on October 26, 2026 at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Image...

Updated injury report provides clarity on player availability for Lakers-Warriors showdown.

Defense was a primary concern regarding the Brooklyn Nets’ ability to compete this season. Through four games, those worries have looked justified. The Nets have allowed 123.8 points per game during their 0-4 start. Their opponents have posted a 58.1 effective field goal percentage, the highest in the NBA. Despite this, head coach Jordi Fernandez […] The post Why Jordi Fernandez is feeling ‘very positive’ Nets’ struggling defense will improve appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The New York Knicks rallied from a 19-point deficit to defeat the Chicago Bulls, 133-127, at United Center on Wednesday. The Knicks outscored the Bulls, 43-31, in the fourth quarter, with the finishing crew of Jalen Brunson, Jordan Clarkson, Landry Shamet, OG Anunoby, and Karl-Anthony Towns hitting big shot after big shot. New York improved […] The post Knicks’ Mike Brown laughs off Karl-Anthony Towns injury scare with ’30 feet’ quip appeared first on ClutchPoints.