AnalysisTuesday, Oct 6, 2026

Just five minutes into the preseason opener against the Knicks on Monday, 76ers backup center Ariel Hukporti suffered a right leg injury, causing him to leave the game.

Jason Kidd's next job in the basketball world reportedly could be on television.

Jim McCormick highlights all the changes -- and other things to know -- heading into the new fantasy basketball season.

The Golden State Warriors play host to the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night at Chase Center, with tipoff coming at 10 p.m. EST / 7 p.m. PST. Since the occasion marks the second preseason game for both squads, we have plenty of developments and questions worth tracking.

Brooklyn’s young guard said he’s not the player he was in summer league.

A loaded slate of October matchups offers an early look at new roster builds, key transfers and national title contenders before the regular season begins

We've reached the point in the NBA offseason where attention shifts from tracking transactions to assessing how all those moves might change the balance of power in the league.

It hasn't been much of a secret that Joel Embiid showed up to the Philadelphia 76ers' training camp looking far slimmer than in years past after finally being healthy enough in the offseason to focus on training and conditioning rather than injury rehab.

While Craig Porter Jr. wasn’t exactly happy to see teammates like Dennis Schröder and Keon Ellis leave the Cavaliers this offseason, he recognizes that their departures give him a clear path to earning the team’s backup point guard job this fall, writes Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com (subscription required). “In this job, you hate to see […]

Toronto Raptors sophomore Collin Murray-Boyles recently spoke about what last season’s seven game Eastern Conference First Round loss vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers did for confidence (averaged 14.4 PPG/3.0 ORB/3.4 DRB/2.4 APG/1.9 TOV/1.3 SPG/1.1 BPG/2.3 PF/65.6% FG/77.3% FT in 27.3 MPG). (via Hello and Welcome): “It really just, I don’t know. That’s like the best basketball […] The post Collin Murray-Boyles: 2026 playoffs were an early indicator that I’m a difference-maker appeared first on Tal...

The NBA could continue with the launch of NBA Europe even if its negotiations with EuroLeague fail to produce an agreement. While discussions with EuroLeague shareholders continue, preparations for the NBA’s new European competition are moving forward separately. NBA Europe is targeted for the 2027-28 season and is expected to feature 16 teams. Under the […] The post NBA Europe expected to proceed without EuroLeague agreement appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Gilbert Arenas believes Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant would have struggled to take the 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers as far as LeBron James did, pointing specifically to the difference in how the three superstars dealt with their teammates. Cleveland entered the 2016 playoffs as the Eastern Conference’s No. 1 seed after finishing the regular season with […] The post Gilbert Arenas explains LeBron James’ approach with teammates appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Giannis Antetokounmpo believes he still has several productive seasons ahead of him despite already having spent 13 years in the NBA. At 31, the Miami Heat star understands that managing his workload is becoming more important. While he has built his career around playing with high intensity, Giannis acknowledged that he is learning when to […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo expects five more strong years appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Hawks gave up 132 points to the Grizzlies on Monday and coach Quin Snyder wasn’t happy with his team’s performance, according to Lauren Williams of the Atlanta Journal Constitution. “We have to know who we are, is really what it comes down to, and that’s collectively defending and running and moving the ball and […]

Jaylen Brown made a strong first impression with the Philadelphia 76ers as they opened the preseason with a 120-97 victory over the New York Knicks on Monday at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Making his Philadelphia debut after arriving from the Boston Celtics in the offseason, Brown led the 76ers with 22 points in just 17 minutes. […] The post Jaylen Brown powers 76ers past Knicks in preseason opener appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Cameron Boozer made his Memphis Grizzlies debut in impressive fashion as Memphis defeated the Atlanta Hawks 132-123 in Monday’s preseason matchup at State Farm Arena. Selected by Memphis with the No. 3 overall pick, Boozer started alongside Cedric Coward, Jaylen Wells, Quinten Post and Ty Jerome in his first appearance for the Grizzlies. The rookie […] The post Cameron Boozer makes impressive Grizzlies debut vs. Hawks appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Giannis Antetokounmpo has quickly embraced the culture surrounding the Miami Heat, describing the experience of joining the organization as something that has made him feel “alive again.” In an exclusive interview with The Athletic’s Eric Nehm, Antetokounmpo explained what has stood out to him since arriving in Miami, pointing specifically to the team’s togetherness, communication […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo: “It’s almost like being alive again” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick teased Luka Doncic about his offseason conditioning.

After 11 seasons with the Oklahoma City Thunder, the place once called home will always be home for Russell Westbrook. Meanwhile, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who came after being traded by the Los Angeles Clippers, applauded the city’s first icon for an amazing career. “Russ is like Oklahoma’s baby. So I don’t think there will ever be […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander praises Russell Westbrook as a Thunder icon appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Victor Wembanyama is reportedly limiting his media availability ahead of the 2026-27 season after the San Antonio Spurs fell short in the 2026 NBA Finals, according to Michael C. Wright of ESPN. “I’m hearing that Victor does not want to talk about what happened in the Finals,” Wright said on The Hoop Collective. “I’m hearing […] The post Victor Wembanyama limiting media access after Finals loss appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

You could tell Bronny James needed this.  LeBron James fulfilled his dream of becoming the first NBA player to play alongside his son.  Now it’s Bronny’s turn to fulfill his dream.  He wants to be respected as an NBA player. And we all know that was a nearly impossible task while sharing a locker room...

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MIAMI – As new Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo made his preseason debut in Saturday’s 129-105 win over the Toronto Raptors in the preseason opener, it also marked the first game for sharpshooter Klay Thompson. With the new-look Heat featuring Thompson along with Antetokounmpo, the three-point specialist would reveal what continues to impress him about […] The post Heat’s Klay Thompson left in awe by realization about playing with Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared first on ClutchPoints.

MIAMI – With Giannis Antetokounmpo starting a new chapter in the NBA with the Miami Heat this season, the first glimpse of how the team will operate with the two-time MVP came in Saturday’s 128-105 win over the Toronto Raptors in the preseason opener. As other newcomers join the Heat with Antetokounmpo, like Tim Hardaway […] The post Why Tim Hardaway Jr. believes Giannis’ offensive ‘gravity’ will positively impact Heat appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Boca Raton, FL – With the basketball world still left in awe as Giannis Antetokounmpo starts a new journey with the Miami Heat after the blockbuster trade with the Milwaukee Bucks in the offseason, the star is still looking to get acclimated to his new team. As Antetokounmpo and other new faces join the Heat, […] The post Even in retirement, Udonis Haslem’s leadership is shaping Giannis Antetokounmpo, Heat Culture appeared first on ClutchPoints.

When the discussion turns to loyalty, Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry’s name inevitably comes into the conversation. The Warriors’ franchise hero has spent all 17 seasons of his NBA career wearing a Golden State jersey, and now Warriors head coach Steve Kerr has revealed an interesting detail behind the veteran star’s decision to remain […] The post Steve Kerr’s revelatory Stephen Curry conversation proves he’s Warriors for life appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The New York Knicks played their first game since being crowned NBA Champions back in June. This game was of much lesser significance, but it is the start of the Knicks’ attempt at becoming the first back-to-back champions since the Golden State Warriors in 2017 and 2018. Up first on the docket, both in the […] The post Mike Brown shows LeBron James respect for making it to 24th NBA season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

OKLAHOMA CITY — Ahead of the Oklahoma City Thunder’s preseason opener against the New Orleans Pelicans, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reflected on his offseason improvement. Gilgeous-Alexander warned the NBA about Jalen Williams coming back. Now, he’s revealing how he continues to get better after winning MVP in back-to-back seasons. Gilgeous-Alexander has worked on his game on both […] The post Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reveals what makes him a better player entering his ninth season appea...

LaMelo Ball did not waste time showing off his signature skillset with a remarkable 3-point shot in the Minnesota Timberwolves’ preseason opener against the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday night. Ball has been playing in the NBA since 2020, preparing for his first season with the Timberwolves. He represented the Charlotte Hornets as their top star […] The post LaMelo Ball takes most LaMelo Ball 1st shot ever in Timberwolves’ preseason debut appeared first on ClutchPoints.

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - OCTOBER 05: Miles Bridges #22 of the Phoenix Suns plays against the Detroit Pistons during a pre season game at Little Caesars Arena on October 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 The Phoenix Suns have one game logged in the preseason boo...