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Enes Kanter Freedom says the WNBA can bring his controversial draft effort to an immediate end by making its eligibility requirements more specific. Freedom has declared for the 2027 WNBA Draft while challenging the league over how it defines who can participate. He says he would walk away if the rules explicitly restricted competition to […] The post Enes Kanter Freedom sets condition to quit WNBA appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

For the first time in a long time, the Miami Heat will be a central focus. The additions of Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bam Adebayo, and Andrew Wiggins are surely going to be a sight to behold. And Erik Spoelstra will be at the helm once again, but for how long? On Saturday, Heat reporter Ira Winderman […] The post Reporter shares intriguing take on Erik Spoelstra’s coaching future appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Amid Jonathan Kuminga’s move to join the Minnesota Timberwolves, many have wondered about his position on the ascendant, young Western Conference team. But in an interview with Run It Back, Kuminga’s agent laid out how his client will fit with the team. "Melo, Ant, Jaden, JK, Rudy… Chris Finch did a great job of explaining […] The post Jonathan Kuminga’s agent reveals his role in Minnesota’s lineup appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Stephen Jackson apparently wasn’t impressed with LeBron James’ decision to join the 76ers. In fact, Jackson thinks it should change the way James is discussed historically. During a segment on his All the Smoke podcast, the former NBA forward questioned James’ decision to join a Philadelphia team that was already viewed as a championship contender. […] The post Stephen Jackson says LeBron James no longer belongs in Jordan, Kobe conversation appeared first on Hoops Wire.

During the years that Red Auerbach ran the Celtics, the organization was a paragon of stability and tradition. First Red coached the Celtics, and then, often, the players he coached coached the Celtics. The uniforms didn’t change, and banner after banner of the same plain type accumulated in the rafters of the old Boston Garden. One by one, player numbers were retired and raised to the same lofty position above the most storied court in the National Basketball Association. From a basketball p...

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS - JUNE 13: Fans gather on the concourse prior to Game Five of the 2026 NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center on June 13, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. 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 Ronald Cortes/Getty Images) | Getty Images Last season, Victor Wembanyama introdu...

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 18: Jose Alvarado #5 of the New York Knicks celebrates with the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy during the New York Knicks Championship ticker tape parade and victory rally celebrating winning the 2026 NBA Finals on June 18, 2026 in New York City. The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in five games to win their first NBA Championship in 53 years. (Photo by Angelina Katsanis/Getty Images) | Getty Images There are easier (and less surreal) ways to fulfil...

Timberwolves The Timberwolves didn’t exactly play it safe this summer. That includes their decision to bet on Jonathan Kuminga. Kelly Iko of Yahoo Sports views Kuminga’s two-year, $12.4 million deal as a “low-cost, potentially high-impact move” for Minnesota, despite some lingering questions about his outside shooting and decision-making. It’s not difficult to see the upside. Minnesota […] The post NBA Notes: Timberwolves, Jonathan Kuminga, Clippers, Bennedict Mathurin, Jabari Parker appeared...

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - DECEMBER 7: Dalen Terry #7 of the Chicago Bulls dribbles past Will Richard #3 of the Golden State Warriors during the first half at the United Center on December 7, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. 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 Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Golden State Warriors only tentativel...

The Jazz are trying to get back to the playoffs. Unfortunately, the number of reporters covering them on a daily basis seems to be heading in the opposite direction. Sarah Todd announced Thursday that she has been laid off by the Deseret News after seven years covering the team, becoming the latest longtime reporter to […] The post Jazz losing local beat coverage at troubling rate appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Welcome to Inside the Suns, a deep down analysis of the current Phoenix Suns team in which the Fantable – a round table of Bright Siders – give their takes on the Suns’ latest issues and news. Fantable Questions of the Week Q1: ESPN recently predicted the Suns to finish 8th in the West this season. What’s your opinion/prediction? zenzino: I’m not mad. As we learned from previous seasons: expectations are the killer of joy. I think they can certainly do better, though. As I said in a previous ...

PORTLAND, OR - SEPTEMBER 29: Damian Lillard #0 and Jrue Holiday #5 of the Portland Trail Blazers poses for a portrait during media day on September 29, 2025 at the MODA Center 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Cameron Browne/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Get...