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ESPN To Televise Two Lakers Preseason Games

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The 2026-27 season is the start of a new era of Los Angeles Lakers basketball with superstar guard Luka Doncic firmly in place as the unquestioned face of the franchise. Of course, before the regular season gets going, the preseason must take place to get everyone warmed up for when things really kick off. The […]

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Lakers Announce 2026-27 Promotional Night Schedule

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The Los Angeles Lakers announced a full slate of promotional nights and special recognitions for the upcoming 2026-27 season. With Lon Rosen taking over a president of business operations, the Lakers have attempted to model their organization after the L.A. Dodgers, even though Mark Walter is now selling the team to Bob Iger and Josh […]

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76ers’ Jaylen Brown admits NBA politics can diminish love of basketball

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Updated Sep 10, 11:34 AM ET

Jaylen Brown’s love for basketball remains intact, but the Philadelphia 76ers star acknowledged that life in the NBA can complicate a relationship that began with pure joy. During his conversation with Mahershala Ali for The Hollywood Reporter, Brown discussed whether basketball still feels like play after becoming his profession. His answer separated his connection to […] The post 76ers’ Jaylen Brown admits NBA politics can diminish love of basketball appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Are the Wizards deep?

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Updated Sep 10, 9:22 AM ET

Will the Wizards have a deep team in 2026-27? | NBAE via Getty Images Multiple times this summer, I’ve heard it claimed by fans, pundits, and current/former coaches, players, and front office types that the Wizards are deep. My instinctual reaction is skepticism. I delved into statistical analysis in part because so much of what I heard from the “experts” on TV when I was a kid didn’t seem accurate. I’d watch Player X (names redacted to protect the innocent) would grab a rebound, and I’d hear...

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Player Preview: CJ Huntley is waiting for his chance to matter

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Updated Sep 10, 10:10 AM ET

Every day, we’ll take a closer look at another member of the 2026-27 Phoenix Suns, examining what they bring to the roster and what their role could mean for the season ahead as we count down to training camp and the preseason. CJ Huntley Power Forward/Center, 6’10”, 230 pounds, 24 years old, 2nd season We start our annual player previews at the end of the bench, with second-year big man C. J. Huntley. At 6’10” and now 230 pounds, he provides an insurance depth piece up front. There is a real...

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Submit your hot takes for The Pindown: A Detroit Pistons Podcast

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Send in your questions hot takes and predictions for this week’s episode of The Pindown: A Detroit Pistons Podcast to discuss everything Pistons. Submit your take in the comments section here or on Twitter to @TheRealWesD3 and/or @RobbieBettelon. If you’re on BlueSky, you can also send to @RobbieBettelon.bksy.social. Join us live on Friday night as Wes and Robbie give their own hot takes, and they want to react to yours as well. What predictions would you like to add to the show? What hot tak...

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Raptors legend Chris Paul continues to be disrespected by Los Angeles Clippers

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Updated Sep 10, 1:18 PM ET

Nov 6, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Detailed view of the jersey of Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) against the Phoenix Suns at the Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect The Los Angeles Clippers are nobody’s favourite team these days, even Clippers fans. Amidst the fallout from the Aspiration Scandal’s conclusion, the Clips have been stripped of their picks, their leadership, and are potentially about to relinquish ...

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Mike D’Antoni says Steve Nash was the reason he took the Lakers job

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SPRINGFIELD,MA - AUGUST 15: Steve Nash and Mike D'Antoni look on during the 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony on August 15, 2026 at Symphony Hall in Springfield, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via G...

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Timberwolves’ Jonathan Kuminga calls move ‘one of best decisions I’ve made’

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Jonathan Kuminga didn’t exactly leave much room for interpretation during his introductory press conference with the Timberwolves. “Just looking back, I think I would say it’s one of the best decisions I’ve made,” Kuminga said, via Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic. “Just looking at the roster, looking at the young group of guys they have […] The post Timberwolves’ Jonathan Kuminga calls move ‘one of best decisions I’ve made’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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