RumorsWednesday, Sep 2, 2026

Recently retired Russell Westbrook has joined new men's and women's basketball league Project B as a co-founder and chief strategy officer.

The Pistons have fully guaranteed Paul Reed’s salary for the 2026/27 season, reports Jake Fischer of The Stein Line and Bleacher Report (Twitter link). As a result of the move, Reed will now be assured of receiving the full $5,602,689 owed to him in the final year of his current contract. It’s essentially a formality […]

Rich Paul pushed back on concerns surrounding Joel Embiid’s work ethic after Max Kellerman raised the issue during the Game Over podcast. Kellerman told Paul he had heard Embiid’s approach to training was viewed negatively during the Olympics, citing comments attributed to former NBA player and analyst Brian Scalabrine. Kellerman questioned whether that could become […] The post Rich Paul addresses doubts over Joel Embiid’s work ethic appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Zion Williamson-led New Orleans Pelicans can talk about internal growth, better health, and the defensive identity Jamahl Mosley intends to establish. EVP Joe Dumars and GM Troy Weaver can point to Trey Murphy III’s All-Star potential, Dejounte Murray getting a healthy offseason, and Herb Jones returning to form. Fans might even get excited about […] The post Why Zion Williamson holds key to Pelicans’ 2026-27 contingency plans if things go south again appeared first on ClutchPoints.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 17: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors reacts to a three-point shot against the Phoenix Suns during the second half of an NBA play-in tournament game at Mortgage Matchup Center on April 17, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Warriors 111-96. 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...

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While I don't think Klay will do it, him mentioning it tells me one thing. Klay came to Miami to compete, make an impact, and win. submitted by /u/AustinDobbins13 [link] [comments]

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As professional women’s basketball prepares to return to the Motor City, we’re finding out just how Detroit plans to make the dreams a reality. Detroit has a rich, championship-winning history with the WNBA that makes its upcoming return all the more significant.