Game RecapsThursday, Oct 15, 2026

Expect a defensive masterclass as Gabby Williams and Golden State battle Angel Reese and Atlanta for the title.

Angel Reese made her first ever All-Defensive team in 2026.

If you like physical defense, principled coaching, winning margins on the offensive glass, and put-a-bow-on-it storylines, this is the Finals matchup for you.

Appearing in his first NBA game in nearly a full calendar year, Walker Kessler made his Lakers preseason debut on Tuesday and compiled 11 points and nine rebounds in just 16 minutes vs. Golden State, writes ESPN’s Dave McMenamin. “It was a lot of fun being out there again,” said Kessler, who missed most of […]

How did the Valkyries make it to the top? How have the Dream made adjustments during the season? And what's next for the Liberty? The post The IX Sports Podcast Basketball Edition: WNBA Finals preview appeared first on The IX Sports.

Game Details Date Thursday, October 15 Start Time 8.30 PM ET / 7.30 CT / 5.30 PM PT Location Toyota Center, Houston, TX How to Watch on TV Fans have both national and regional broadcasting options for tonight's game: National Broadcast NBA TV Rockets Home Broadcast Space City Home Network (SCHN) Thunder Away Broadcast KSBI (Channel 52) How to Live Stream If you are looking to stream the game live, you have a few digital platforms available depending on your location: Rockets fans in local mar...

Jalen Duren scored 24 points on 8-of-9 shooting as the Detroit Pistons defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 128-106 in preseason action on Wednesday, October 14, at Target Center. Detroit improved to 2-1, while Minnesota fell to 3-2 after surrendering an early lead. Duren added three rebounds, one assist, two steals and one block in just 15 […] The post Jalen Duren scores 24 in just 15 minutes against Timberwolves appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Jayson Tatum led the Boston Celtics to a comfortable 114-93 preseason victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday at TD Garden, helping the hosts remain unbeaten through their first three games. Tatum finished with 19 points, eight rebounds and six assists in 29 minutes. He shot 8-for-17 from the field, including three three-pointers, while adding […] The post Jayson Tatum leads Celtics past Hornets in preseason appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

A majority of the players in this year's WNBA Finals first made their names known at the college level. Here is a look at where each WNBA Finals player played college hoops.

The New Orleans Pelicans (2-1) face the Washington Wizards (2-1) at Smoothie King Center on Friday night in NBA preseason action. How to Watch Pelicans vs Wizards When: Friday, October 16, 2026 Time: 8:00 PM ET TV Channel: Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network (GCSEN) Live Stream: Fubo (try for free) New Orleans enters its preseason finale following a 101-97 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday. Jeremiah Fears led the Pelicans with 16 points, five assists and three steals, shoot...

Nets coach Jordi Fernández said preseason games may not count, but they matter. They’re less about wins and losses but playing hard and well.

The San Antonio Spurs might have unearthed a rebounding monster in rookie Tarris Reed Jr. this offseason. At least that’s what Devin Vassell believes. The Spurs wing showered the big man with praise for the outstanding skill he’s shown on the boards during preseason. He’s even got a nickname for the youngster already. “Oh, man, […] The post Devin Vassell left in awe of Spurs’ ‘monster’ after preseason game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

On Wednesday evening, the Miami Heat continued their preseason with a home game against the Brooklyn Nets. This game marked the unofficial home debut of trade acquisition Giannis Antetokounmpo, who was acquired by the Heat this offseason from the Milwaukee Bucks. Now, Antetokounmpo has gotten some high praise from his new teammate, Miami point guard […] The post Heat’s Davion Mitchell is just straight-up glazing Giannis Antetokounmpo with GOAT take appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Trying to shake off the sting from the Hornets game.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - FEBRUARY 7: Jared McCain #3 of the Oklahoma City Thunder handles the ball in front of Reed Sheppard #15 of the Houston Rockets during the second half at Paycom Center on February 7, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 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 Joshua Gateley/Getty Images) | Getty Images Tonight mark...

MACAU, CHINA - OCTOBER 11: Bruce Thornton #2 of Houston Rockets drives the ball during NBA China Games 2026 between Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets at The Venetian Arena on the Cotai Strip on October 11, 2026 in Macau, China. 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 Zhizhao Wu/Getty Images) | Getty Images Houston Rockets vs. ONT Th...

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - OCTOBER 30: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder handles the ball in front of Bub Carrington #7 of the Washington Wizards during the first half at Paycom Center on October 30, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 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 Joshua Gateley/Getty Images) | Getty Images...

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - OCTOBER 12 : Tarris Reed Jr., #10 of the San Antonio Spurs shoots over Jonas Aidoo #13 of the Utah Jazz during the second half of their preseason game at the Delta Center on October 12, 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Chris Gardner/ Getty Images) | Getty Images Following the ...

MILWAUKEE, WI - OCTOBER 19: Jrue Holiday #21, Khris Middleton #22, and Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks receive the 2021 NBA Championship ring before the game against the Brooklyn Nets on October 19, 2021 at the Fiserv Forum Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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: Copyri...

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 5: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers dribbles the ball against Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks in the first quarter during the preseason game at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 5, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Knicks 120-97. 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....

TORONTO, CANADA - OCTOBER 13: Miles McBride #2 of the New York Knicks drives to the basket during the game against the Toronto Raptors during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 13, 2026 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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 Vaughn R...

PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 10: Jordan Walsh #27 of the Boston Celtics shoots a three point basket during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 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: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via...

PHOENIX, AZ - OCTOBER 10: Jalen Green #4 of the Phoenix Suns & Dylan Harper #2 of the San Antonio Spurs battle during the game during a preseason game on October 10, 2026 at PHX Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE ...

Reese was born for this.

Walker Kessler made his Los Angeles Lakers debut on Tuesday night, putting on a strong performance with 11 points, nine rebounds, one steal and one block in 16 first-half minutes against the Golden State Warriors. Likewise, Austin Reaves was excellent, leading the Lakers with 28 points, four rebounds and seven assists and looking every bit […]

No player has ever done what Reese might.

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SALT LAKE CITY, UT - OCTOBER 12: Darryn Peterson #22 and Ace Bailey #19 of the Utah Jazz looks on during the game against the San Antonio Spurs on October 12, 2026 at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Alex Goodlett/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE ...

With playing time potentially limited for the starters, the Suns’ young players could take center stage.

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 05: LaMelo Ball #1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves celebrates against the Milwaukee Bucks in the second quarter during the preseason NBA game at Fiserv Forum on October 05, 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 The Minnesota Timberwo...