Game RecapsTuesday, 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.

Tyrese Haliburton purchased tickets for the student section at his alma mater Iowa State for the Pacers' first preseason game Wednesday.

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.

Lakers superstar guard among key players sidelined for preseason game against Warriors.

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...

Luka Doncic said he was happy to be back on the court after a lengthy break from competitive basketball as the Los Angeles Lakers opened their preseason with a 127-103 win over the Sacramento Kings. Doncic scored 21 points in 16 minutes, shooting 5-of-12 from the field and 3-of-9 from three-point range. He also had […] The post Luka Doncic: “Basketball is one of the best things in my life” 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.

How did Lakers rookie Cameron Carr perform in his first preseason game?

The Detroit Pistons overcame a 19-point deficit to defeat the Phoenix Suns 109-107 in their preseason opener on Monday, with newly extended center Jalen Duren sitting out. Duren, who recently signed a five-year, $200 million extension with Detroit following lengthy negotiations, did not play after missing the start of the Pistons’ training camp. The tensions […] The post Pistons complete comeback against Suns without Jalen Duren appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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.

On Monday evening, the Milwaukee Bucks got their preseason slate underway with a home game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Bucks ended up losing in blowout fashion in a game that saw the debut of several new faces, including Tyler Herro, who was the centerpiece of the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade package this summer. At one […] The post Bucks’ Tyler Herro gets super shady by trying to pants Anthony Edwards mid-game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Los Angeles Lakers are gearing up for a new season, following the departure of veteran LeBron James. Lakers star Luka Doncic likes what he sees so far from two of his new teammates. Doncic dropped their names after the team’s preseason opener against the Sacramento Kings. “We all had fun out there,” Doncic said, […] The post Luka Doncic name drops 2 new Lakers teammates for ‘inspirational’ effort in ‘fun’ preseason opener 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.

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.

Coach JJ Redick’s Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic-led Los Angeles Lakers celebrated the team’s preseason opener in style on October 5, jumping out to a 20-point lead at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento against coach Doug Christie’s Kings. NBA pundit Tim McMahon questioned LA’s title hopes as Doncic did his best to prove him wrong. […] The post Lakers’ Luka Doncic’s eye-popping half vs. Kings will have fans thinking of NBA title 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...

BROOKLYN, NY - SEPTEMBER 28: Julius Randle #30 of the Brooklyn Nets poses for a portrait during NBA Media Day at the Brooklyn Nets HSS Training Center on September 28, 2026 in Brooklyn, New York. 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 Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via...

DENVER, CO - OCTOBER 4: DeMar DeRozan #10 of the Denver Nuggets plays defense on Lauri Markkanen #23 of the Utah Jazz during the NBA preseason on October 4, 2026 at CU Events Center, Boulder, Colorado. 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 Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE v...

HONOLULU, HI - OCTOBER 4: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors warms up before the game against the LA Clippers during the 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 4, 2026 at Bankoh Arena at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, Hawaii. 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Jay Metzger/N...

It’s a rematch between the Utah Jazz and Denver Nuggets

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The New York Knicks officially unofficially played basketball yesterday, and I can’t be happier about an opponent’s win. As Russell said in his Scenes, we’ll give them belt when it counts, but for now, all I needed was some Orange and Blue hoops in my screen. Here’s the latest from NYK world coming off Monday’s […]

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SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 05: Cameron Carr #43 of the Los Angeles Lakers goes in for a slam dunk against the Sacramento Kings in the first half of the preseason game at Golden 1 Center on October 05, 2026 in Sacramento, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Lake...

Christine Brennan faced severe backlash after the WNBA reporter highlighted the difference between Caitlin Clark’s popularity and Angel Reese’s after the Atlanta Dream star’s solid playoff semis debut. Reese led her team to a 92-82 Game 1 win over the New York Liberty on Sunday, scoring 17 points, grabbing seven rebounds, and adding four steals and three blocks while shooting 60.

Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever may already be out of the championship picture, but the debate over their influence on the WNBA is showing no signs of slowing down. This time, the conversation shifted toward playoff attendance after the Atlanta Dream welcomed the New York Liberty for Game 1 of their semifinal series.

Atlanta Dream blame a short turnaround for closing seats, and fans are not buying it.