NBA NewsFriday, Sep 4, 2026

As the Knicks continue their search to fill out their roster, an insider revealed two new veterans who have emerged on the team's radar.

Brian Windhorst believes Raptors could reopen Kawhi Leonard trade negotiations after the Clippers’ punishment dramatically shifted the leverage.

On one hand, it’s obvious why the Rockets would be heavily invested in keeping Thompson around for the short and long term. He has already displayed a rare mix of skills that make him one of the most intriguing young stars in the game today and an invaluable part of Houston’s core. Despite operating as the lead ballhandler on last year’s Rockets, Thompson was second in the NBA with 204 dunks, trailing only Cleveland’s Evan Mobley (207). Although he was asked to spend more time running the off...

Jason Kidd made one surprising pick in his all-time starting lineup of former teammates.

With a proposed trade idea helping the Lakers land Derrick Jones Jr., we examine the three pros and the potential downside of this deal.

Markieff Morris fired a shot at Kawhi Leonard over claims that he did not know about the Clippers' cap circumvention.

Mychal Thompson says Klay Thompson wants to join an exclusive club.

Collin Sexton wanted an opportunity to impact winning on a big stage, making the Lakers an ideal destination.

There is some audacity in the way that Tim Connelly has assembled the Minnesota Timberwolves roster. The early vibes have been encouraging. But when it comes time to get on the court for real, all of that energy will have to be harnessed and directed in the right way. Read for free. submitted by /u/TheAthletic [link] [comments]

Here is why Cam Whitmore could be a low-risk, high-upside free-agent gamble for the Lakers late in the 2026 offseason.

Although the Clippers are facing a harsh penalty, Thaddeus Young remains confident about their potential.

I’ve always put TC in the same group as Shawn Kemp, KJ, Mark Price, and even Laimbeer when it comes to notable HoF omissions (+Larry Nance?). Especially when you look at some of the players who are already in, like Tim Hardaway, Richmond, Webber, it’s hard for me to understand why Chambers is still on the outside. He has 20,000+ points, 4 All-Star selections, 2 All-NBA teams. and won the 87 ASG MVP. At his peak in Phoenix, he averaged 26 points in 1988-89 and 27 the following season, helping ...