NBA NewsYesterday, Oct 23, 2026

With the Thunder facing an extremely expensive roster next season, rival executives are watching closely to see who might become available, according to Brian Windhorst of ESPN. He states that Oklahoma City is currently projected to have about $250MM in salary with a roughly $200MM luxury tax payment, but that doesn’t account for three potential […]

LeBron James knows it is important to preserve his health as he goes through another NBA season at age 42. It is certainly the case as the Philadelphia 76ers prepare for their weekend clash with the Milwaukee Bucks. James is going through the 24th season of his legendary career, his first with the 76ers. As […] The post 76ers’ LeBron James questionable for Saturday clash with Bucks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Lakers are projected to have one of the league’s easiest schedules through the first 10 games of the season.

The luxury tax, especially the repeater tax, may be a bigger obstacle for contending NBA teams than the second apron, according to a general manager from a playoff team. The Oklahoma City Thunder's rising payroll as they attempt to sustain title contention is the clearest example. "There's nothing wrong with going into the second apron for a year or two, if you're good enough," said the GM. "In fact, you probably should. The repeater [tax] is actually the bigger impediment." Oklahoma City sig...

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum shot 6-of-23 and attempted just one free throw in Tuesday's season-opening loss to the Detroit Pistons. Tatum is beginning his first full season back from the Achilles tear he suffered in the 2025 playoffs. A scout at the game said the free throw number is the bigger concern. "I do wonder if he's the same guy," said the scout. "Does he have the same burst and explosion? I'm not going to overreact to one game, but if the free throw numbers are down in December,...

Former NBA guard Nick Young criticized Miami Heat president Pat Riley over the team’s roster construction, arguing that the organization has failed to surround Giannis Antetokounmpo with sufficient talent. Young believes Miami’s biggest problem is its lack of a reliable starting point guard, questioning the team’s decision to rely on players he considers better suited […] The post Nick Young blames Pat Riley for Miami Heat’s roster problems appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

New footage comes to light on what led to Luka Doncic and Yaxel Lendeborg's on-court beef.

Despite falling to the Atlanta Hawks in their season opener, the Orlando Magic could take comfort in knowing that Paolo Banchero filled up the stat sheet with a historic game. They lost again on Friday night, and this defeat is accompanied by far more concern. The franchise pillar suffered an ankle injury versus the Minnesota […] The post Magic’s Paolo Banchero sufferers ankle injury vs. Timberwolves, per Sean Sweeney appeared first on ClutchPoints.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 01: Michael Porter Jr. #17 of the Brooklyn Nets drives against Evan Mobley #4 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second half at Barclays Center on March 01, 2026 in New York City. 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 Jordan Bank/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Cleveland Cavaliers couldn’t have asked fo...

MILWAUKEE, WI - OCTOBER 23: Jaime Jaquez Jr. #24 of the Milwaukee Bucks and Tyler Herro #11 high five during the game against the Chicago Bulls on October 23, 2026 at Fiserv Forum Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images). |...

Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas believes Stephen Curry will finish his career with the Golden State Warriors rather than leave the franchise to pursue another championship elsewhere. Arenas argued that Curry’s loyalty to Golden State has become a defining part of his legacy and that joining another team could damage the reputation he has built […] The post Gilbert Arenas believes Steph Curry would retire before leaving Warriors appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The NBA injury report for Friday, October 23, lists several notable players as questionable or out, including San Antonio Spurs guard De’Aaron Fox, Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey and Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard. The report was current as of 10:45 a.m. ET and covers 11 matchups. Fox is questionable with a right wrist sprain […] The post NBA injury report for October 23: Fox, Giddey among players listed appeared first on TalkBasket.net.