AnalysisSunday, Nov 1, 2026

Notre Dame rallied late to beat Villanova in the Eternal City Tip-Off, a season opening event played in Rome in front of Wildcats alum Pope Leo XIV.

San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama appeared on 60 Minutes Sunday night and passed along an important lesson he learned from legendary former head coach Gregg Popovich.

Austin Reaves had the perfect one-word summary about the Los Angeles Lakers blowing a 25-point lead to the Golden State Warriors in Friday's 112-95 loss to the Golden State Warriors.

Angel Reese was confident in the Dream's future after a tough WNBA Finals loss, saying, "Just because we didn't win today doesn't mean we won't be champions in the future."

Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg has expressed his desire to spend his entire NBA career with the franchise, hoping to establish a lasting connection with the city similar to the one Dirk Nowitzki built during his legendary career. The post Cooper Flagg hopes to follow Dirk Nowitzki’s legacy appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Evan Mobley scored 27 points and Jarrett Allen added 25 as the Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 136-111 on Saturday night at Fiserv Forum. The post Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen power Cavaliers past Bucks appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Brooklyn Nets outlasted the Indiana Pacers 98-90 to get their first win of the season on Sunday night. The post Porter, Randle lead Nets rout short-handed Pacers 98-90 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Boston Celtics dethroned the Orlando Magic 108-97 to obtain their fifth straight victory on Sunday. The post Tatum, George lift Celtics outlast Magic 108-97 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

When Golden State launched, the owner said the team would win a title within five years. The Valkyries did it in two.

Angel Reese reflected on the Atlanta Dream's season following their Game 7 loss to the Golden State Valkyries in the WNBA Finals. "This is the most fun I've had with a group. It's the most competitive team I've been part of," Reese said after the 68-63 loss at Chase Center. "And just because we didn't win today doesn't mean that we won't be champions in the future." Reese finished with eight points on Saturday night, with Allisha Gray scoring 16 points on 5-of-16 from the field. The Dream ret...

It can be deadly on a hike. It’s costly for a basketball team.

Double-digit comebacks are “taxing,” Hart said, and it’s not something they can rely on, even if improbable rallies were a defining part of their postseason run.

The Dream and Valkyries will face off in the WNBA’s first Game 7. | NBAE via Getty Images On Saturday night in San Francisco, WNBA fans will witness the league’s first-ever Game 7, with the host Golden State Valkyries and visiting Atlanta Dream vying for a first championship in a winner-take-all conclusion to the 2026 WNBA Finals (8 p.m. ET, USA Network). It, however, will be the 14th time that the WNBA’s championship series has gone the distance. IT ALL COMES DOWN TO THIS 🚨 Saturday. A winn...

Paul George is an NBA veteran who is in his 17th season in the league. It is also his first year with the Boston Celtics, and he is taking his responsibility as being one of Jayson Tatum’s key supporting teammates. Paul George on the responsibility he takes in trying to win the non-Tatum minutes in […] The post Celtics’ Paul George weighs in on important role without Jayson Tatum on the floor appeared first on ClutchPoints.

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 30: Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics dribbles the ball against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at the TD Garden on October 30, 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 Brian Fluharty/Getty Images) | Getty Images Green courts. Point differential. October and No...

Spurs Victor Wembanyama took a career-high 34 shots Saturday. Dylan Harper didn’t seem to mind. “He’s just so dominant,” Harper said, via Tom Petrini of Spurs On SI⁠. “My biggest thing with him is just if you’re gonna take the shot, take it, be confident.” Wembanyama finished with 43 points and six blocks in the […] The post NBA Notes: Spurs, Victor Wembanyama, Blazers, Scoot Henderson, Kings appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Oct 30, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Miles Bridges (22) goes up for a layup against Denver Nuggets forward Trevon Brazile (7) during the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Despite playing the fewest games in the NBA during the inaugural month of the season, concern is high among the Phoenix Suns fanbase due to their offensive struggles and lack of a point guard in the starting lineup ami...

HOUSTON, TEXAS - JANUARY 21: Aaron Holiday #0 of the Houston Rockets talks to Jrue Holiday #4 of the Boston Celtics after the game at Toyota Center on January 21, 2024 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. (Photo by Alex Bierens de Haan/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Portland Trail Blazers gave the Utah Jazz and their fans...

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 18: Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives to the basket against Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors during the first quarter at Crypto.com Arena on January 18, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Toronto Raptors 110-93. 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. (Pho...

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 26: Tyler Herro #11 of the Milwaukee Bucks dribbles the ball against Pascal Siakam #43 of the Indiana Pacers in the third quarter at Fiserv Forum on October 26, 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 Welcome to Winners & Sinners, wh...

Angel Reese vows the Dream will return after an emotional Instagram message following the Game 7 loss.

Steve Kerr justifies why Stephen Curry and Draymond Green are not playing tonight against the Clippers.

New York embarks on a winnable week.

The Washington Wizards go on a brief one-game road trip, heading down south to Orlando, to face the Magic. After an impressive NBA Cup win over the Hornets, holding the opponent to only 79 (!) points, they now face arguably a hungry Orlando team that hasn’t had a great start to their season (2-3 record so far). In fact, the Wizards are coming with a better record (3-3). Here’s the preview! Game info When: : Monday, November 2, 2026, 7:30 p.m. ET Where: Kia Center, Orlando, FL How to watch: Le...

One thing that has been very apparent since Collin Sexton has taken the court for the Los Angeles Lakers is the energy and intensity he brings. Whether it is picking up 94 feet on defense or attacking the rim with reckless abandon on offense, Sexton brings a level of intensity that very few can match, […]

Angel Reese’s 521 rebounds in 2026 set a league record. One day after the Finals loss, she was already reframing the year.

CLEVELAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 24: (L-R) Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks talks with Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers after the game at Rocket Arena on February 24, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Knicks 109-94. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images The ...

Los Angeles, - October 21: Guard Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after a foul by forward Yaxel Lendeborg #1 of the Golden State Warriors as guard Brandon Williams #12 of the Golden State Warriors tries to separate them in the first half of a NBA basketball game at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. (Photo by Keith Birmingham/MediaNews Group/Pasadena Star-News via Getty Images) | MediaNews Group via Getty Images Any team that rosters Luka Dončić is...

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The Atlanta Dream may have fallen one game short of their first WNBA championship, but their Finals defeat could prove to be the beginning of something bigger. After pushing the Golden State Valkyries to the first Game 7 in WNBA history, the Dream have a foundation to build upon, and according to one ESPN veteran, the team could have enough fuel to make another title run next season.