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Prime Video has added 17 regular-season games to its 2026-27 NBA schedule for viewers in the UK and Ireland, bringing the total number of primetime matchups available exclusively to Prime members to 26. The games will be available at no additional cost to Prime members, with the expanded schedule offering at least one primetime NBA […] The post Prime Video adds 17 NBA primetime games for UK and Ireland appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki opened up about the complicated emotions he experienced after longtime teammate and close friend Steve Nash left Dallas to join the Phoenix Suns in 2004. Nowitzki admitted that while he genuinely wanted Nash to succeed, watching his former teammate thrive with a Western Conference rival was difficult to accept. The […] The post Dirk Nowitzki admits Steve Nash’s success with Suns was painful to watch appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Although several NBA franchises have become less willing to accommodate unhappy players, the league’s biggest stars continue to exercise considerable influence over organizational decisions. The Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves took different approaches from teams such as the Knicks and Wizards, making significant roster moves designed to satisfy their franchise players. Los Angeles acquired […] The post NBA superstars still hold considerable leverage despite tougher contract neg...

The NBA’s restrictive salary-cap rules are giving franchises additional leverage when negotiating extensions with their star players. According to a Western Conference general manager, the league’s second-apron restrictions have made it easier for organizations to justify taking a tougher position in contract discussions. “I know the fans are tired of hearing about the aprons, but […] The post NBA executives explain how second apron strengthens teams in contract negotiations appeared first on...

NBA legend Steve Nash revealed that he never intended to leave the Dallas Mavericks, explaining that the franchise’s contract offer made him feel unwanted and gave him additional motivation when he faced his former team in the playoffs. Nash spent six seasons alongside Dirk Nowitzki in Dallas before joining the Phoenix Suns in 2004. Although […] The post Steve Nash: Facing Mavericks in playoffs became personal after Dallas departure appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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). |...

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

The NBA has closed their investigation into the LA Clippers and Kawhi Leonard regarding cap circumvention, and punishments have been handed down. The next league investigation that has been underway and also deals with potential salary cap circumvention is with the Milwaukee Bucks and Gary Trent Jr. At the basis of the NBA’s investigation into […] The post Could Gary Trent Jr. cap circumvention be worse than Kawhi Leonard, Clippers? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Lakers' “Iron Man” streak came to an end on Friday night against the Clippers.

October 23, 2026 Utah Jazz: Blake Hinson became a free agent. October 21, 2026 Dallas Mavericks: Signed Walter Clayton Jr. to a two-way contract. Utah Jazz: Ended Blake Hinson’s two-way contract. Orlando Magic: Exercised their team option on Jase Richardson. Phoenix Suns: Koby Brea became a free agent. Memphis Grizzlies: Walter Clayton Jr. became a […] The post NBA transactions: Friday 10/23 appeared first on Hoops Wire.