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Game Preview: Suns’ young players have everything to gain against San Antonio

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PHOENIX, AZ - OCTOBER 10: Koa Peat #18 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs during a preseason game on October 10, 2026 at PHX Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Kate Frese/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Gett...

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Mid-Major Madness Reacts Survey: Is James Madison going to the American a good move?

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 24: James Madison Dukes players huddle during the first half against the Duke Blue Devils in the second round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Barclays Center on March 24, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Mid-Major fans and fans across the country. James Madison’s tenure in the Sun Belt will be short-l...

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Warriors win over Lakers in Vegas, 101-89

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Updated Oct 14, 1:14 PM ET

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 13: Yaxel Lendeborg #1 of the Golden State Warriors dribbles the ball during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers on October 13, 2026 at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images) | N...

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Paul George previewed his defensive prowess in preseason victory over Philadelphia

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Updated Oct 14, 9:13 AM ET

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 10: Paul George #13 of the Boston Celtics looks on during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 10, 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 The Bosto...

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2026-27 Atlanta Hawks player preview: Jalen Johnson

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Updated Oct 14, 9:13 AM ET

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - OCTOBER 10: Jalen Johnson #1 of the Atlanta Hawks drives to the basket during the game against the Indiana Pacers on October 10, 2026 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 A.J. Mast/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via G...

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NBA Preseason Discussion: Brooklyn Nets at Miami Heat, 7:30 PM ET

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Updated Oct 14, 10:34 PM ET

BROOKLYN, NY - SEPTEMBER 28: Mikel Brown Jr. #0 of the Brooklyn Nets poses for a portrait during NBA Media Day at the Brooklyn Nets HSS Training Center on September 28, 2026 in Brooklyn, New York. 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 Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE vi...

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NBA Notes: Cavs, Peyton Watson, Heat, Bam Adebayo, Hawks

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Cavaliers Peyton Watson’s first preseason with the Cavs offered a little of what they wanted and a little of what they’ll need to work through. The shooting wasn’t especially encouraging. Watson went 8-of-22 from the field and 2-of-12 from beyond the arc across the Cavs’ three exhibitions. That’s a small sample, but it certainly wasn’t […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, Peyton Watson, Heat, Bam Adebayo, Hawks appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Preseason Game Preview: Knicks at Raptors, October 13, 2026

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Updated Oct 14, 10:20 AM ET

NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 10: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks drives to the basket during the game against the Toronto Raptors on April 10, 2026 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. 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 Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)...

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Payton Pritchard’s big contract is years in the making

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Updated Oct 15, 7:38 AM ET

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 10: Payton Pritchard #11 of the Boston Celtics dribbles the ball during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 10, 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 Im...

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Angel Reese caps tumultuous journey, takes center stage with the Dream in the WNBA Finals

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Angel Reese is the biggest star left on the WNBA's brightest stage as she gets her first chance at winning a pro championship.It’s been a tumultuous journey but coming to Atlanta this season has been the perfect move for the three-time All-Star, who's accomplishments this year have quieted many of her critics.

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Caitlin Clark’s ‘Taylor Swift Effect’ Has The WNBA Winning Big On Social Media - Fadeaway World

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Updated Oct 15, 5:47 AM ET

The Caitlin Clark effect remains undeniable three years into her WNBA career. Since arriving in 2024, Indiana Fever guard has been the kind of star the league hoped for thanks to her unique passing and three-point shooting, which have often gone viral. Clark has helped lead the Indiana Fever to the WNBA postseason in two of […]

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“Astounding”: Caitlin Clark’s Biographer Offers Thoughts After Valkyries Owner Reveals Role in Bringing Dream’s Finals Games to Atlanta

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Updated Oct 14, 1:05 PM ET

The Atlanta Dream were facing a stadium crisis so severe that even the owner of the Golden State Valkyries, their WNBA Finals opponents, had to rally for them. Christine Brennan, author of On Her Game: Caitlin Clark and the Revolution in Women’s Sports, took note of this and pointed out where NBA and WNBA management are falling short.

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Preseason Preview #5: Wolves vs Pistons Game Thread

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Updated Oct 14, 2:14 PM ET

We’re almost there, y’all. A mere two preseason games stand between us and the start of the NBA regular season. There have been some great storylines thus far that have made all of these preseason games worth watching, and our Minnesota Timberwolves are getting their identities and rotations firmly established as the team looks to start the year strong. On deck this Wednesday we have the Detroit Pistons, who are due to give their starting players some burn as the team has only played in two o...

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Awful Announcing’s 2026 WNBA national broadcaster rankings

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The WNBA is getting ready to crown its 2026 champion as the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries prepare to meet in the Finals. Before that happens, let’s crown the 2026 champion of WNBA national broadcasting teams. Last year, we asked you to grade the league’s local announcers. NBC, ESPN/ABC, CBS, ION, USA Network, and Prime…

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Which Utah Jazz starting lineup do you prefer? SLC Dunk Reacts

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Updated Oct 14, 6:17 PM ET

DENVER, CO - OCTOBER 4: Jaren Jackson Jr. #20 of the Utah Jazz dribbles the ball during the game against the Denver Nuggets during the NBA preseason on October 4, 2026 at CU Events Center, Boulder, 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) | ...

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