AnalysisTuesday, Oct 27, 2026

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - JANUARY 05: Cade Cunningham #2 of the Detroit Pistons drives around OG Anunoby #8 of the New York Knicks during the first half at Little Caesars Arena on January 05, 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 To say it with the words of long-time Pi...

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 14: Head coach Taylor Jenkins of the Milwaukee Bucks looks on against the Chicago Bulls in the first quarter during the preseason NBA game at Fiserv Forum on October 14, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) | Getty Images A team needs to have st...

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - OCTOBER 25: Anthony Edwards #5 of the Minnesota Timberwolves celebrates during the game against the Toronto Raptors on October 25, 2026 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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 David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Get...

Yaxel Lendeborg is embracing being a student of the game in his first NBA season, and it's paying off on the court.

CHICAGO, IL - OCTOBER 24: Anthony Davis #23 of the Washington Wizards and Trae Young #3 of the Washington Wizards celebrate during the second half of an NBA game against the Chicago Bulls on October 24, 2026 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Melissa Tamez/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Washington Wizards’ 2026-27 regular season is young. And though AJ Dybantsa has still yet to make his season (and NBA) debut, the Wizards’ two establ...

Shocker! There's been another WNBA playoff arena availability squabble.

Caitlin Clark may be taking the basketball world by storm, but she hasn’t cracked Steph Curry’s WNBA top-five. Steph Curry has been backing women’s hoops for years, but the Golden State Valkyries arriving on his home turf takes that support to a whole new level.

The San Antonio Spurs know that they haven’t lived up to the expectations to kick off the season, and two role players know how to fix it. submitted by /u/Putrid-Carpenter5204 [link] [comments]

The Knicks host the undefeated Pistons as Jalen Brunson looks to end New York's disastrous winless start.

It's another edition of Knicks Mailbag, with SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley answering your questions surrounding the team.

I don’t see any more losses on the schedule – and other storylines around the league.

After a sensational 2026 campaign with the Indiana Fever, former Hawkeye point guard Caitlin Clark named to the 2026 All-WNBA First Team.

Three games into the season, the Suns' defensive breakdowns and rebounding struggles reveal a collective failure.

Veronica Burton had the perfect message for Golden State Valkyries fans about a strange Game 6 WNBA Finals start time.

Rui Hachimura says the lights are bright when you play for the Lakers.

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Isiah Thomas has LeBron James and Michael Jordan in his all-time top five.

Tracking the biggest risers, fallers and emerging prospects in dynasty fantasy basketball leagues.

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s new start to life with the Miami Heat has been a major disappointment so far. After years of speculation, Giannis Antetokounmpo was finally...

Kevin Durant has made his admiration for Angel Reeseclear, praising the Atlanta Dream star’s character, passion for basketball, and offensive development ahead of Game 5 of the WNBA Finals. With Atlanta and the Golden State Valkyries tied 2-2, Durant also said he wants Reese to win Finals MVP and the championship.

The Los Angeles Lakers host the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday night at 11:00 PM ET, with both squads putting their flawless starts on the line.

The 2026 WNBA Finals between the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream continue to attract attention. Tied at two games apiece, the Atlanta-Golden State matchup seems evenly poised.

Dude hates the Lakers. He brings an edge to this matchup that has been missing for years. I’m looking forward to an exciting game, as is usually the case between these two. submitted by /u/labamaFan [link] [comments]

Payton Pritchard has established himself as one of the Boston Celtics’ most reliable offensive weapons, but receiving praise from an NBA legend like Allen Iverson is a different kind of recognition. According to ESPN’s Hallie Grossman, Iverson approached Pritchard during the 2026 playoffs and delivered a memorable compliment to the Celtics guard: “You’re the coldest […] The post Allen Iverson told Celtics’ Payton Pritchard during playoffs he’s ‘coldest white boy I’ve ever seen’ appeared first...

Rookie Cameron Boozer is really turning some heads.

The league is facing growing criticism.

The Spurs host the winless Kings as Victor Wembanyama looks to build on San Antonio's first victory.

Angel Reese is making history on the biggest stage in women’s basketball, and it’s time to give her the respect she deserves. The Atlanta Dream star has gone from one of the most criticized players in the WNBA to the centerpiece of a championship contender. And with the Finals underway, Reese is putting together the…

It’s been a long year and a half, but this Mavericks team is fun, young, and full of surprises.

Big starts for the Illini greats.