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Nobody can deny that Lakers star guard Luka Dončić is one of the NBA’s best offensive players. Dončić’s defense doesn’t earn the same acclaim. Luka Doncic of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during a game against the Portland Trail Blazers in Los Angeles on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026. Max Kellerman did not mince words about...
This is going to be a long season for the Golden State Warriors. After remaining almost silent during the NBA offseason, the Bay Area team is having a hard time while facing their former players. Ahead of the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Steve Kerr made it clear that he does not view Jonathan Kuminga […] The post What Warriors’ coach Steve Kerr said about Jonathan Kuminga vs. Yaxel Lendeborg before recent showdown appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The New York Knicks have struggled to regain their championship form early in the 2026-27 NBA season, prompting franchise legend Amar’e Stoudemire to warn the defending champions about the distractions that come with winning a title. With the Knicks (2-3) preparing for Friday night’s NBA Cup rematch against the Philadelphia 76ers (4-1), Stoudemire emphasized the […] The post Amar’e Stoudemire sends Knicks stern warning amid championship hangover appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Phoenix Suns are sticking with Jalen Green as a playmaker despite growing frustration over their offensive struggles. Head coach Jordan Ott remains patient with the experiment, even as reports of locker room concerns highlight Phoenix’s need for a traditional point guard. Ott addressed the team’s approach when asked whether Green would continue handling playmaking […] The post Suns not giving up on Jalen Green PG experiment as locker room frustration boils over appeared first on ClutchPoi...
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 5: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers dribbles the ball against Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks during a preseason game at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 5, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Knicks 120-97. 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 Mitchell Lef...
SALT LAKE CITY, UT - JANUARY 24: Keyonte George #3 and Ace Bailey #19 of the Utah Jazz look on during the game against the Miami Heat on January 24, 2025 at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Melissa Majchrzak/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Ge...
Trail Blazers Micah Nori can live with the Trail Blazers missing good shots. Forgetting to rebound because those shots aren’t falling? That’s another discussion. Portland went 12-of-49 from three in Thursday’s 124-103 loss to Memphis, its first defeat after a 3-0 start. “We were six for 32 on catch-and-shoots of the 49,” Nori said, via […] The post NBA Notes: Blazers, Deni Avdija, Pelicans, Jeremiah Fears, Hawks appeared first on Hoops Wire.
HOUSTON, TX - OCTOBER 21: Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets and Cooper Flagg #32 of the Dallas Mavericks looks on during the game on October 21, 2026 at the Toyota Center in Houston, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Im...
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 21: Yaxel Lendeborg #1 of the Golden State Warriors dribbles into the defense. of Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half of a game at Crypto.com Arena on October 21, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. 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 Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) | Getty I...
HOUSTON, TX - OCTOBER 21: Morez Johnson Jr. #14 of the Dallas Mavericks plays defense during the game against the Houston Rockets on October 21, 2026 at the Toyota Center in Houston, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images ...
AUSTIN, TX - OCTOBER 23: Dylan Harper #2, Stephon Castle #5, and Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs high five during the game against the Houston Rockets on October 23, 2026 at the Moody Center in Austin, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photos by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via...
It has been an eventful three days between games for the Phoenix Suns. Is this the game the Suns turn their slow start around and get back to playing an exciting brand of Phoenix Suns basketball?
For the most part, I’ve liked what I’ve seen from the Cavaliers. They’re about where I figured they’d be. The exception, of course, was blowing a 29-point lead in Philadelphia on opening night. Nobody needs another one of those. But five games into the season, the Cavs are 3-2 and still figuring things out. Do […] The post Cavs head to Milwaukee with familiar habits and plenty of time to change them appeared first on Hoops Wire.
DETROIT, MICHIGAN - OCTOBER 28: Cade Cunningham #2 of the Detroit Pistons talks to his teammates during a break in the second half action while playing the Charlotte Hornets at Little Caesars Arena on October 28, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. 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 Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) | Getty Images Brooklyn’s lo...
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - NOVEMBER 19: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics reacts while playing the Cleveland Cavaliers during the third quarter of the Emirates NBA Cup at TD Garden on November 19, 2024 in Boston, 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. (Photo by Winslow Townson/Getty Images) | Getty Images The NBA Cup tips off th...
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 27: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics celebrates with fans after scoring the game winning basket in overtime to defeat the Brooklyn Nets 125-124 at TD Garden on October 27, 2026 in Boston, 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. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) | Getty Images With a rash of ...
BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 23: Jordan Walsh #27 of the Boston Celtics is introduced before the game against the New York Knicks on October 23, 2026 at TD Garden in Boston, 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 Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images BOSTON...
These three second-year sleepers are primed for leaps during this new NBA season.
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS - DECEMBER 16: Head Coach Grant Leonard talks with Jordan Watford #0 of the Queens Royals in the second half during a game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Bud Walton Arena on December 16, 2025 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The Razorbacks defeated the Royals 108-80. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images) | Getty Images There’s a new rule in NCAA Division I basketball this season. Coaches can no longer attend games their team isn’t in, outside of a multi-team event, with exc...
ATLANTA, GA - OCTOBER 24: Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets smiles during the game against the Atlanta Hawks on October 24, 2026 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. 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 Adam Hagy/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Throughout Kevin ...
United Athletic Conference Teams are in order of preseason ranking on KenPom Central Arkansas John Shulman returns several key pieces from last year’s breakthrough second season at the helm. That starts with Ty Robinson, a two-way scoring guard who is among the favorites for UAC Player of the Year. Luke Moore pairs with him in the backcourt as a two-way playmaker, while Malachiah Marable gives physicality down low. The swing piece for the Bears is Tucker Anderson, who was a star freshman for ...
DENVER, CO - MARCH 11: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets and Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets looks on during the game on March 11, 2026 at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. 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 Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images As ...
Jazz Darryn Peterson is shooting below 35 percent through his first five NBA games. The message from his Jazz teammates and coaches? Keep going. In fact, they’d like the No. 2 overall pick to be a little more aggressive, as Jared Koch of Jazz on SI writes. Utah lost Jaren Jackson Jr. and Lauri Markkanen […] The post NBA Notes: Jazz, Darryn Peterson, Grizzlies, Cameron Boozer, Thunder appeared first on Hoops Wire.
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - OCTOBER 25: Rudy Gobert #27 and LaMelo Ball #1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves look on against the Toronto Raptors in the second quarter during the home opener at Target Center on October 25, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Raptors 117-94. 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 Davi...
It Takes a Village in Ballhalla! The post Beyond the Spotlight: 3 Unsung Heroes Behind the Valkyries' WNBA Finals Run appeared first on Ballislife.com.
ATLANTA (AP) — There should be no problem with the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream approaching the first WNBA Finals Game 7 in league history with a sense of urgency.Then again, that's what Golden State coach Natalie Nakase thought about Game 6.
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Reese Still Won't Cease! The post Divine Intervention: Is Angel Reese WNBA Finals MVP No Matter What? appeared first on Ballislife.com.
Jarred Vanderbilt is one of the longest tenured members of the Los Angeles Lakers, but over the last couple seasons has always been in and out of the rotation. Vanderbilt didn’t appear in the first four games of this season, but head coach JJ Redick turned to him against the L.A. Clippers to essentially serve […]
All three trophies won by the Knicks last year will need to be defended. This one comes first.
