NBA NewsWednesday, Oct 28, 2026

CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 11: James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers shoots a free throw during the game against the Orlando Magic during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 11, 2026 at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty I...

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 06: Cameron Carr #43 of the Los Angeles Lakers stands on the court during their preseason game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on October 06, 2026 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 the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) | Getty Images After making two preseason ...

The Suns need to get their offense organized. They also need to stop giving opponents a second turn with the ball. Through Phoenix’s first three games, the rebounding numbers were particularly difficult to overlook. Opponents collected 43.3% of their own misses, while the Suns allowed a league-high 15.7 offensive rebounds and 23.0 second-chance points per […] The post Suns’ early problem goes beyond getting Devin Booker better shots appeared first on Hoops Wire.

TORONTO, CANADA - OCTOBER 21: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors handles the ball during the game against the Chicago Bulls on October 21, 2026 at the Scotiabank Arena 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) | NBAE via...

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - FEBRUARY 8: DeMarcus Cousins #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers and Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors talk after a game on February 8, 2020 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 2020 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images) | NB...

When we’re this early into the NBA season there is a tendency to over-analyze or overrate particular portions of the game. The Utah Jazz, even after the last four years that we’ve had, had pretty lofty expectations heading into this season, and I think I can speak for all of us when I say that a 1-3 start wasn’t something we were hoping to experience. Many people lose sight of the fact that this is a marathon of a season, and four games is barely a blip on the radar, but I also understand why...

Brandon Miller has the contract. More importantly for the Hornets, he has teammates who want the ball in his hands when a game needs winning. “They’re like, ‘You are that guy, we believe in you,’” coach Charles Lee said, via Rod Boone of Sporting News. “‘So when we put the ball in your hand, go […] The post Hornets putting their trust in Brandon Miller: ‘You are that guy’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

With a 3-0 start, an explosive offense, and elite guards, here is why the Portland Trail Blazers are a legitimate dark horse in the Western Conference.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 24: Yaxel Lendeborg #1 of the Golden State Warriors attempts a layup against Luke Kennard #8 and Ryan Dunn #0 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center on October 24, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Warriors 131-122. 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 Chris Cod...

MAKE SURE TO SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, AND YOUTUBE!! We talk the start of the Phoenix Suns‘ season. Are we doomed? What’s going on with Devin Booker? Is there any reason to be optimistic…? All that, and more, on this episode of Fanning the Flames. Tap in. Make sure to follow Paul (@DervishOfWhirl), Dan (@danduarte1), Justin (@SoSaysJ), and the pod (@FanTheFlamesNBA) on Twitter.  Thoughts? Comments? Unabashed praise? Let us know in the comments below! Until next time!

As you know, the Cavaliers have added another way to watch their games. Whether the NBA can eventually make the entire process easier is a much bigger question. That’s the issue raised by Manny Soloway of Awful Announcing, who examines what DAZN’s early-season distribution changes could mean for the league’s local television future. His argument […] The post Cavs’ DAZN rollout raises bigger questions about NBA streaming plans appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Miami Heat may be interested in acquiring Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving, but their chances of putting together a competitive trade package appear slim following their blockbuster acquisition of Giannis Antetokounmpo. ClutchPoints NBA insider Brett Siegel addressed Miami’s potential pursuit of Irving on Thursday’s episode of Clutch Scoops, explaining why the organization faces significant […] The post NBA rumors: ClutchPoints insider slaps Heat with harsh Kyrie Irving trade reality ap...