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The Wizards recorded only 17 victories in 2025-26 — their second-fewest in single-season franchise history — before winning the No. 1 overall pick and drafting Dybantsa.
Dalton Knecht's career with the Los Angeles Lakers could potentially be over just two years after the franchise selected him in the first round of the 2024 draft.
Angel Reese has won the WNBA's Defensive Player of the Year award, making her the first player in Dream franchise history to win the award.
Washington Wizards point guard Trae Young admitted to reporters that he might be the "weak link" on the defensive end, although he noted his ability to still give effort alongside the help he'll have behind him (h/t Henry J. Brown of Wizards on SI).
New Philadelphia 76ers forward LeBron James has said he wants to be the "final little piece" that helps Joel Embiid win a title and that the big man has "done everything in our league" except win that elusive championship.
Steph Curry is entering his 18th NBA season. In an interview with ABC7 News Bay Area, the 38-year-old revealed who has been the toughest defender he’s ever faced throughout his career. Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry reacts on the court during the second half of a game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center in...
I've always found value in the preseason. It's the first glimpse into what teams are emphasizing and working on.
Forward Asa Newell is hoping to claim a rotation role in his second NBA season, but he says his individual goals are secondary to the team’s aspirations, writes Lauren Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (subscriber link). “It’s important to be a unit as a team, and to all just to have the same mindset,” Newell […]
David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and founder of the Locked On Podcast Network, joins to preview Utah's season, including Keyonte George's development, Jaren Jackson Jr.'s fit alongside Lauri Markkanen, and expectations for Darryn Peterson and Ace Bailey. They examine the rotation, Will Hardy's system, and the offensive and defensive questions that will shape Utah's place in the West. 0:47 - Looking back at last season and Utah's rebuilding progress 4:07 - Keyonte George's breakout, e...
Mike Brown, when asked for an assessment of the battle, demurred.
Rhyne Howard. (Photo by Adam Hagy) | NBAE via Getty Images Who could forget Dre’una Edwards’ dramatic 3 with 4.2 seconds left to lift Kentucky past eventual national champion South Carolina in the 2022 SEC Tournament championship game? The Wildcats weren’t even slated to make the NCAA Tournament before their improbable run through the conference tourney earned them a No. 6 seed in the Big Dance and the confidence that they could make a deep run. But it wasn’t in the cards for Kentucky senior ...
Michaela Onyenwere: ‘When all of the dust settles, we'll be able to kind of see what we accomplished’ The post The Washington Mystics didn’t play their best in the playoffs. But their disappointment won’t define them appeared first on The IX Sports.
Through injuries, losses and change, the Sun found strength in their relationships and the moments they shared off the court The post How the Connecticut Sun stayed resilient through a challenging season appeared first on The IX Sports.
Luka Doncic appears to be entering the 2026-27 NBA season in noticeably better physical condition, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst and Tim MacMahon. Speaking on The Hoop Collective, Windhorst reported that Doncic “might be in better shape this year than he was last year,” while MacMahon offered a comparison to the Slovenian star’s early NBA […] The post Luka Doncic enters season in best shape since rookie year appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie has been impressed by Ben Simmons since the veteran guard joined the team, saying his experience around Simmons has been very different from what he had previously read about the former All-Star. “Nothing I read was true,” Christie said during Kings training camp on Thursday. “I really enjoy being […] The post Doug Christie on Ben Simmons: “Nothing I read was true” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
Although the Golden State Warriors fell short of adding superstars, franchise rookie Yaxel Lendeborg is embracing a big role with his team. Lendeborg opened up about his role this upcoming season in a conversation with veteran Draymond Green. “I just want to be able to crack rotation, play meaningful minutes, be able to be somebody […] The post Yaxel Lendeborg talks about his role with the Warriors appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
"Inside the NBA" will have a bigger presence on ABC and ESPN this season. The studio show featuring Ernie Johnson, Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith and Shaquille O'Neal will air on 25 nights on ESPN or ABC during the 2026-27 regular season, which marks five more appearances than in its first season after exiting TNT. Seven broadcasts will come before Christmas, up from four over the same stretch last season. Each night includes a one-hour pregame show, trimmed to 30 minutes for ABC games, and a p...
Keon Ellis came to play for the Nets for one major reason: Jordi Fernández.
General manager Amber Cox defended the Indiana Fever fanbase during her exit-interview session with media Saturday morning, saying, "attacks on our fan base have no basis in reality."
WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 30: Angel Reese #5 of the Atlanta Dream celebrates after a play against the Washington Mystics during the second half of game two of the first round of the WNBA playoffs at CareFirst Arena on September 30, 2026 in Washington, DC. 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 Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Imag...
Angel Reese led the league in rebounds per game with the Dream.
Former NBA guard Delonte West has picked Paul Pierce over LeBron James in a hypothetical one-on-one matchup between the two basketball legends. Asked who he would favor if James and Pierce faced each other individually, West gave a straightforward answer. “I’m going with Paul.” The post Delonte West reveals who would beat LeBron James in a 1-on-1 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
The first week of Lakers’ training camp has passed. It has been a whirlwind of Purple-and-Gold-smeared optimism and excitement. Luka Doncic is ready to lead the Lakers back atop the league as the unequivocal head of the 17-time championship franchise. Austin Reaves wants to live up to his new four-year, $180 million contract. Walker Kessler is...
Lakers coach JJ Redick had a meeting with Luka Doncic on Wednesday, something he plans to do with each player. What did they talk about? Leadership. “It’s something he’s really excited about,” Redick said at Lakers practice Thursday. The Lakers belong to Doncic after LeBron James left for the 76ers in free agency after eight...
Boca Raton, FL – As the Miami Heat are going through the process of acclimating star Giannis Antetokounmpo to the team, the same goes for Klay Thompson, as the two went through their first training camp with the franchise this past week. With the Heat’s newest three-point specialist being Thompson, he would shout out rookie […] The post Klay Thompson shouts out Heat rookie after beating him in 3-point drill appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Coming into the 2026-27 NBA season, one of the most intriguing new pairings is Anthony Edwards and LaMalo Ball with the Minnesota Timberwolves. But while this is the first time the duo has played together, Edwards has been a longtime fan of his new backcourt partner going all the way back to their high school […] The post Anthony Edwards has been rocking with LaMelo Ball since Chino Hills days appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Chicago Bulls hit the ground running this week to kick off their preseason practice. One of those who were ready to get in on the action was newly acquired shooter Buddy Hield. In practice, Hield put on a clinic, going 23-for-25 from the 3-point line. Before hitting the floor, Hield was given a threshold […] The post Buddy Hield’s light out performance in practice gives fans glimmer of hope appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Madison Square Garden calls itself “The World’s Most Famous Arena,” but experiencing a New York Knicks game there now comes with a price worthy of that billing. The Action Network estimates that a family of four could pay $1,930.55 for one Knicks outing during the 2026-27 NBA season. That projected bill includes four seats, two […] The post Knicks’ NBA-high family cost reveals the price of loyalty appeared first on ClutchPoints.
LeBron James remains uncertain about his exact offensive role with the Philadelphia 76ers, but the 41-year-old made it clear Saturday that he is willing to adapt to whatever the team needs. Following Philadelphia’s Blue x White Scrimmage, James was asked whether his role had become clearer after nearly a week of practice with his new […] The post LeBron James gets brutally honest on uncertain role in 76ers offense appeared first on ClutchPoints.
PORTLAND, OR - FEBRUARY 2: Blaze the Trail Cat gets the crowd into the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on February 2, 2016 at the Moda Center Arena in Portland, Oregon. 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 2016 NBAE (Photo by Sam Forencich/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The Portland Trail...
