Game RecapsThursday, Aug 27, 2026

The Toronto Raptors will retire Kyle Lowry's No. 7 jersey following their game against the Philadelphia 76ers on January 10, the team announced on Thursday. Lowry joins Vince Carter as the only two players who have had their jersey retired by the team. The 40-year-old recently signed a one-day contract with the Raptors on 7/7. "I've been looking forward to this moment for years. I always said that Toronto is home, and that I'd retire a Raptor, and to see my No. 7 go up in that building is goi...

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 24: Bob Myers looks on during game three of the Eastern Conference first round playoffs between the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena on April 24, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Celtics defeated the 76ers 108-100. 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 Mitchell Le...

PHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 10: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks plays defense during the game against Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers during Round Two Game Four of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 10, 2026 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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: Co...

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - MARCH 16: Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic goes up for a shot as he is defended by Jalen Johnson #1 and Onyeka Okongwu #17 of the Atlanta Hawks during the second quarter at State Farm Arena on March 16, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. 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 Todd Kirkland/Getty Images) | Getty Images ...

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 23: Former basketball player Enes Kanter Freedom and Natasha Cloud #9 of the Chicago Sky yell at one another during the second half between the Chicago Sky and the Indiana Fever at Wintrust Arena on August 23, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. 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 Michael Reaves/Getty Images) | Ge...

Mario Hezonja hasn’t played an NBA game for the Cavaliers yet. But he’s already giving them something to like. Hezonja erupted for 28 points as Croatia rolled to a 115-80 win over Latvia in a FIBA World Cup European qualifier Thursday in Zadar, Croatia. Perhaps more impressively, the veteran forward needed just eight shots from […] The post Mario Hezonja looks plenty ready for Cavs after 28-point Croatia performance appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Victor Wembanyama’s first World Cup qualifier as France captain is today against Slovenia. Here’s how Spurs fans can watch and why the game matters. The post How to Watch Victor Wembanyama, France vs. Slovenia in FIBA Qualifier appeared first on HEAVY.

Former Boston Celtics G League star Tosan Evbuomwan impressed with 21 points in a dominant victory on his Great Britain senior debut. The post Former Celtics G League Star Sends Strong Message With Latest Outing appeared first on HEAVY.

Celtics two-way big Amari Williams made an immediate impact on his Great Britain senior debut, helping his team secure a dominant victory. The post Celtics Two-Way Standout Shines in Long-Awaited International Debut appeared first on HEAVY.

Charlotte Hornets guard Dennis Schroder turned in another impressive performance for the German national team Thursday against the Netherlands.

Lauri Markkanen had a rare quiet night for Finland against Sweden, creating an early setback in the next stage of World Cup qualifying. The post Utah Jazz Star Lauri Markkanen Suffers Setback With Finland appeared first on HEAVY.

Another big game for Mario Hezonja as Croatia rolled …

Here's the full WNBA schedule for Aug. 27, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.

Williams helped dominate the boards to assist the British National Team secure their first EuroBasket win of the summer.

While the Indiana Fever are already qualified for the playoffs, they still have one more hurdle to cross as they face the Connecticut Sun on Friday at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse. After that, they can finally look forward to a much-needed break, thanks to the FIBA Women’s World Cup next month.

WNBA broadcaster drops shocking slurduring national game.

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The Indiana Fever and the Atlanta Dream’s entertaining clash on Aug. 17 induced a viral moment between old college rivals Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese.

Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers have already become two of the WNBA’s best players, giving rise to a must-watch rivalry. Naturally, their tense exchange during their last faceoff generated a lot of attention, and for one WNBA legend, the culprit behind the situation was easy to name.

Fresh off flexing his NBA pedigree in the BIG 3, Patrick Beverley was back on his podcast to voice his strong frustration over a series of viral, crude disruptions targeting WNBA games. Speaking on the latest episode of The Pat Bev Show, the 12-year NBA veteran addressed the absurd security breaches where brightly colored adult novelties have been launched onto the court mid-game.

Angel Reese broke two major WNBA rebounding records during the Atlanta Dream’s 78-71 win over the Los Angeles Sparks on Monday. But as radio host David Shepard pointed out, instead of celebrating historic achievements of that magnitude, some of the response she received amounted to ridicule and deliberate undermining of what she has now accomplished.

Former Northwestern star Veronica Burton continues to make her mark at the highest levels of women’s basketball. After a breakout WNBA season, Burton is returning to Unrivaled for another opportunity to compete alongside some of the sport’s biggest stars.

Aliyah Boston clearly did not want to face one statistic from the Indiana Fever’s loss to the Dallas Wings, but when a WNBA legend brought it up to her face, the Fever star could only laugh and push back. “August 20th, you all lost to the Wings at Dallas,” Candace Parker told Boston on the August 26 episode of the Post Moves podcast.

There was a lot of unexpected action off the court when the Chicago Sky and the Indiana Fever met. While debates rage on, though, the WNBA is quietly breaking viewership records in the background.

Liberty star Sabrina Ionescu feels like she hasn’t gotten a true crack at the Golden State Valkyries this season.