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• JJ Redick on Bronny James: 'I don't think he's played well in the four preseason games'

  14-10-2026 23:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It's unwise to read too much into preseason results. Rotations aren't set, guys are asked to do things they won't do during the season, and teams experiment with sets and lineups we won't see when the games count.But it's been a rough preseason for Bronny James. In nearly 70 minutes across four games, he has scored just 11 points on 26.7% from the floor, and he is 1-of-7 shooting from 3-point range, with 13 assists but 12 turnovers. After the Lakers preseason game against the Warriors in Las Veg
  
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• Kristaps Porziņģis is 'getting better and better,' but Warriors say he will remain out indefinitely due to 'health-related matter'

  14-10-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Kristaps Porziņģis mystery continued on Wednesday when the Golden State Warriors announced that the 31-year-old Latvian frontcourt standout will remain out indefinitely due to a “health-related matter” but will be around the team.It's still unclear what exactly Porziņģis is dealing with, a week away from Golden State's regular-season opener in Los Angeles against the Lakers.Porziņģis, the 2015 No. 4 overall pick whom the Warriors acquired in a trade
  
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• Brooklyn Basketball expands programs, prioritizes generational fandom

  14-10-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Generational fandom, getting fans while they’re young, is not dead. It is alive, well and thriving. That’s one of many ways of looking at what the Brooklyn Nets — and New York Liberty — are doing with the latest expansion of their Brooklyn Basketball training programs.Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment, the parent company of the Nets, Liberty and Barclays Center announced Wednesday that its Brooklyn Basketball program is adding three new locations in the Brooklyn neighbo
  
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• Charlotte Hornets (1-1) at Boston Celtics (2-0) Preseason Game #3 10/14/26

  14-10-2026 22:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - APRIL 7: Brandon Miller #24 of the Charlotte Hornets dribbles the ball during the game against the Boston Celtics on April 7, 2026 at TD Garden 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The Cel
  
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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 10/14/26

  14-10-2026 22:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 30: The sneakers worn by Nick Sang during the game between the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers during Round One Game Six of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 30, 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 D
  
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• Which Utah Jazz starting lineup do you prefer? SLC Dunk Reacts

  14-10-2026 21:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DENVER, CO - OCTOBER 4: Jaren Jackson Jr. #20 of the Utah Jazz dribbles the ball during the game against the Denver Nuggets 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) | NBA
  
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• Will Hardy reveals his secret strategy | NBA Pixels

  14-10-2026 21:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Utah Jazz won the 2nd pick in the NBA lottery and now have Darryn Peterson on their roster. He’s looked incredible in Summer League and in preseason when he’s had the chance to play. How will Will Hardy and the Utah Jazz use Darryn Peterson this upcoming season? Here’s a look at the secret strategy from Will Hardy for this upcoming season.
  
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• Warriors Reacts fan survey: Grade the Brandin Podziemski extension

  14-10-2026 21:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 10: Brandin Podziemski #2 of the Golden State Warriors moves the ball against the Sacramento Kings during the second half of the preseason game at Chase Center on October 10, 2026 in San Francisco, 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 Godofredo A. Vásquez/Getty Images) | Getty Imag
  
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• NBA's most underrated players: An improving LaMelo Ball, a picked-on James Harden ... and a rookie?

  14-10-2026 21:00 via cbssports.com
  
  In wake of our NBA Top 100 list going live, CBS Sports writers are picking who they think are the most underrated players in the league
  
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• Kentavious Caldwell-Pope on 76ers key: 'Our chemistry... Us liking each other'

  14-10-2026 19:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  We know the headliners in Philadelphia: LeBron James, Tyrese Maxey, Jaylen Brown, Joel Embiid. What too often gets overlooked is that Mike Gansey didn't just recruit stars, he brought in talent around them for a quality bench, guys such as Anfernee Simons, Dean Wade and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope.That's a lot of mouths for coach Nick Nurse to feed. What is the key to making it all work? Caldwell-Pope — who has won two rings — said the key is the chemistry the roster is building now. He
  
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• JJ Redick admitted that Bronny James has struggled in preseason, but still not concerned

  14-10-2026 19:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 06: Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers stands on the court during the second half of their preseason game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on October 06, 2026 in San Francisco, 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) | Getty Images Through four
  
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• Lakers coach JJ Redick on Bronny James: 'I don't think he's played well' in preseason games

  14-10-2026 19:33 via cbssports.com
  
  Bronny has struggled this preseason, combining for 11 points and 12 turnovers in four games
  
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• VOTE: Will the Rockets trade Kevin Durant at the deadline this year?

  14-10-2026 19:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MACAO, CHINA - OCTOBER 9: Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets looks on during the game against the Dallas Mavericks as part of 2026 NBA China Games on October 9, 2026 in Macao, China at Venetian Arena. 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 Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via G
  
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• New Warriors teammates Brandon Williams, De'Anthony Melton have cousin-like bond

  14-10-2026 19:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  New Warriors teammates Brandon Williams, De'Anthony Melton have cousin-like bond originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaHigh school teammates rarely get the chance to play in the NBA together, but for De’Anthony Melton and Brandon Williams, that opportunity arose when Williams signed a one-year contract with the Warriors in August.Williams and Melton’s relationship dates back to their shared time at Crespi Carmelite High School in Encino, where the two won consecutive CIF state ti
  
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• NBA Preview 2026-27: Reintroduction to the top 9 title contenders

  14-10-2026 19:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Since we last experienced NBA basketball games that count, we have seen:34 trades involving more than 90 players, including 11 All-Stars, plus a frankly ludicrous number of future draft picks;An estimated $2.5 billion in contracts signed in free agency;21 extensions of existing contracts totaling an additional $1.8 billion, headlined by Victor Wembanyama's five-year, $255 million not-quite-supermax;The Los Angeles Clippers receiving the stiffest punishment in NBA history; andThe leading scorer i
  
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• Tyrese Maxey is built for this

  14-10-2026 19:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CAMDEN, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 28: Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers poses for a portrait during media day at the Philadelphia 76ers Training Complex on September 28, 2026 in Camden, New Jersey. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images) | Getty Images The way the Sixers’ practice facility in Camden is designed, the media only gets to interact with players on the practice floor — by design, of course.The players have their own parking lot (with a roof for their super nice cars) and
  
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• JJ Redick wants Walker Kessler to be relentless this season

  14-10-2026 19:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 13: Yaxel Lendeborg #1 of the Golden State Warriors is fouled by Walker Kessler #14 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the second quarter of a preseason game at T-Mobile Arena on October 13, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Ethan Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Los Angeles La
  
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• JJ Redick throws Lakers players under bus to excuse Bronny James’ poor play

  14-10-2026 18:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bronny James is eager to prove he can thrive in the NBA outside of father LeBron’s shadow this season.But he has looked exposed without his father so far in the Lakers’ preseason.Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) looks on against the Sacramento Kings during a game at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectThe 22-year-old went scoreless on two field-goal attempts, along with one rebound and four turnovers in 11 minutes against
  
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• For Julius Randle, a chance at renewal and vindication in New York

  14-10-2026 18:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 06: Tidjane Salaun #31 of the Charlotte Hornets guards Julius Randle #30 of the Brooklyn Nets in the first half during their preseason game at Spectrum Center on October 06, 2026 in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images) | Getty Images In Minneap
  
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• Fantasy Basketball Expert Mock Draft live: Watch as the industry's best navigate a 12-team, 9-category league

  14-10-2026 18:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NBA season tips off on Tuesday, which means there is still to draft your Yahoo Fantasy Basketball squad.Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Basketball league for the 2026-27 NBA seasonIn preparation for tip-off, NBC Sports and RotoWorld are holding a live expert mock draft, hosted by Noah Rubin, Raphielle Johnson and Zak Hanshew of RotoWorld and taking place on Yahoo Sports' fantasy basketball platform. When: Thursday, Oct. 15 at 5:00 p.m. ET Where: Streamed live on YouTube and XComprised of 12 i
  
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• Pistons vs. Timberwolves preview: Getting a look at new-look T Wolves

  14-10-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Many people expected both the Pistons and Timberwolves’ rosters to look drastically different after ending their season at the same point in the Playoffs.Both teams are led by young stars in Cade Cunningham and Anthony Edwards that are still looking to break through to the NBA Finals.For the Pistons, the clock isn’t ticking as much with their young core locked in an Cunningham seemingly in support of everything going on.For the Timberwolves, rumblings have started about the possibili
  
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• Can the Raptors Finish Top Four in the East?

  14-10-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  TORONTO, CANADA - JANUARY 11: Adem Bona #30 of the Philadelphia 76ers defends against Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors during second half of their NBA game at Scotiabank Arena on January 11, 2026 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 (Photo by Cole Burston/Getty Images) | Getty Images Last year’s Toronto
  
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• What do the cheapest tickets cost to see the Knicks at MSG in 2026-27?

  14-10-2026 17:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
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  The road to the repeat begins now.On Oct. 20, Jalen Brunson and the defending NBA champion New York Knicks kick off their 2026-27 season at Madison Square Garden against LeBron James, Jaylen Brown and Joel Embiid’s new-look Philadelphia 76ers.After that momentous occasion — that will include a pre-game ceremony where a championship
  
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• New Warriors addition Brandon Williams addresses his viral meme with Steph Curry

  14-10-2026 17:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  New Warriors addition Brandon Williams addresses his viral meme with Steph Curry originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaNew Warriors addition Brandon Williams spent last year trying to get under Steph Curry’s skin. Now he spends his days trying to learn from him. The two share a strange history built almost entirely on viral moments. In a February 2025 Dallas Mavericks win over the Warriors, Williams shrugged on an imaginary backpack and flexed his muscles directly at Curry near the fre
  
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• ESPN’s Brian Windhorst won’t stop banging the Cooper Flagg drum

  14-10-2026 17:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MACAU, CHINA - OCTOBER 11: Cooper Flagg #32 of Dallas Mavericks dunks 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 The headline on Brian Windhorst’s
  
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• NBA Cup 2026: League releases all 30 new team court designs for midseason tournament

  14-10-2026 17:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NBA released each of the new 30 team court designs for the NBA Cup. The annual in-season tournament will begin on Friday, Oct. 30.The tournament is divided into six groups of five teams each. Each team will play four group-stage games. The knockout games begin on Friday, Dec. 4. The championship will be played Friday, Dec. 11 at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The title game moved to Hinkle from Las Vegas for the first time.The New York Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs in the 2025 NBA Cu
  
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• Luka Doncic’s blunt 4-word reaction to dancing Lakers fan goes viral

  14-10-2026 17:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  While Luka Dončić didn’t play in the Los Angeles lakers’ preseason game against the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night, that didn’t stop his fans from being active.This was shown in the second quarter, when the game’s broadcast cameras focused in on one Lakers fan wearing a Dončić jersey dancing to “Bye Bye Bye” by NSYNC during a timeout.Los Angeles Lakers fan dancing during a timeout of a preseason game against the Golden State Warrior
  
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• Pablo Torre looking into LeBron James contract with 76ers: ‘Getting tips from NBA owners’

  14-10-2026 17:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LeBron; PabloPablo Torre is on the case. During Front Office Sports’ “Tune In” summit in New York on Tuesday, the award-winning investigative journalist admitted he is planning to look into LeBron James’ use of a Fanatics helicopter while playing for the 76ers this season, a situation that has raised eyebrows to some in the NBA.“It’s something that I also have been watching,” said Torre, who broke the bombshell story about Kawhi Leonard’s Clippers
  
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• When was the last repeat NBA champion? Looking back at history as Knicks defend title

  14-10-2026 17:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  When was the last repeat NBA champion? Looking back at history as Knicks defend title originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaIt’s the era of parity in the NBA.There have been eight straight years of different champions, most recently with the New York Knicks snapping their 53-year drought in 2026.So, given the recent trend, repeating their Finals victory will be a tall task for Jalen Brunson’s squad. Could they be the first team in nearly a decade to go back-to-back? Which tea
  
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• SB Nation Reacts: Should the Wizards do a team rebrand?

  14-10-2026 16:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 28: (EDITOR’S NOTE: Image has been retouched) Deandre Ayton #8, AJ Dybantsa #4, Anthony Davis #23, and Alex Sarr #20 of the Washington Wizards pose for a portrait during NBA media day on September 28, 2026 at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. 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
  
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• NBA rookie impact rankings: 10 first-year players who will make presence felt immediately

  14-10-2026 16:14 via cbssports.com
  
  The incoming rookie class is being heralded as one of the best in recent memory -- will it live up to the hype?
  
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• Kristaps Porziņģis addresses ‘frustrating' health issue after Warriors meeting

  14-10-2026 16:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kristaps Porziņģis addresses ‘frustrating' health issue after Warriors meeting originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaKristaps Porziņģis returned to the Warriors’ practice facility Tuesday, but his status remains the same.Porziņģis, who is dealing with an unspecified health issue and will miss all six of Golden State’s preseason games, met with general manager Mike Dunleavy and vice president of player health & performance, Dr. Rick Celebrin
  
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• Knicks Bulletin: ‘Stay diligent’

  14-10-2026 16:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  TORONTO, CANADA - OCTOBER 13: James Wiseman #35 of the New York Knicks boxes out 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 Ridley/NBAE vi
  
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• Payton Pritchard’s big contract is years in the making

  14-10-2026 15:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 10: Payton Pritchard #11 of the Boston Celtics dribbles the ball during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 10, 2026 at TD Garden 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Image
  
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• Which Dallas Mavericks player has surprised you so far?

  14-10-2026 15:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MACAO, CHINA - OCTOBER 11: The Mavs Breakers cross the court with Mavs flags before an NBA preseason basketball game against the Houston Rockets at the Venetian Arena on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026, in Macao. (Elías Valverde II/The Dallas Morning News via Getty Images) Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Mavericks fans and fans across the country.Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys:
  I hav
  
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• MMBets: The Houston Rockets need to make a decision

  14-10-2026 15:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Rockets have the sour taste of disappointment still lingering from last season’s playoff exit. They lost to a Lakers team without Luka Doncic, in a series where Kevin Durant played just one game. This, compounded by the fact that they lost Fred VanVleet before even playing a game, makes Houston hungry to play basketball and show the league what they should have been a season ago.This is a veteran team complemented by young talent. But when you have two groups on different timelines, th
  
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• Top 50 NBA trade candidates for 2026-27 season: Anthony Davis, Zion Williamson and more names to watch

  14-10-2026 15:04 via cbssports.com
  
  NBA trade season really never ends these days, and here are 50 players who could be moving during the new season
  
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• Lakers’ Walker Kessler makes immediate impact by being ‘relentless’

  14-10-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS — Lakers coach JJ Redick’s challenge for Walker Kessler is simple: Be “relentless”.Relentless with his motor on both ends of the floor. With his running and changing ends in between possessions. With his screening and rolling towards the rim. With his rebounding.The Lakers got that in abundance during their marquee acquisition’s preseason debut, which came in a 101-89 loss to the Warriors on Tuesday night at T-Mobile Arena in the team’s penultimate e
  
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• Can Adem Bona make the most of increased opportunity with the Sixers?

  14-10-2026 14:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CAMDEN, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 28: Adem Bona #30 of the Philadelphia 76ers poses for a portrait during media day at the Philadelphia 76ers Training Complex on September 28, 2026 in Camden, New Jersey. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images) | Getty Images Adem Bona’s possible outlook for the 2026-27 season has changed before we’ve even reached the start of the regular season. Just days after the Sixers held their media day and hype for the new year really started to ramp up, one of thei
  
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• Rays win Game 2 to knot up ALCS; Pete Prisco's latest NFL Power Rankings; top 100 NBA players

  14-10-2026 14:40 via cbssports.com
  
  Plus why the Bills vs. Rams thriller came with long-term consequences
  
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• Top 5 Iowa Wolves of All-Time

  14-10-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  I am truly excited to see you here.If you clicked on this (on purpose or by accident), then you are officially a Wolves sicko (lupo-phile?), a basketball sicko, or at the very least: my tribe of people.I scoff when I hear Timberwolves fans declare they are “diehard Wolves fans” and try to prove their ball knowledge by naming off players like Oleksiy Pecherov, Jeff Adrien, or Gundars Vētra. Please. If you’re really from the most engrossed ilk of Wolves fans, then you’
  
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• Milwaukee Bucks vs. Chicago Bulls Preseason Preview & Game Thread: Don’t get gored

  14-10-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MARCH 1: Ryan Rollins #13 of the Milwaukee Bucks plays and over-the-head pass past Matas Buzelis #14 of the Chicago Bulls during the first half at the United Center on March 1, 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 Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Milwaukee Bucks are back hom
  
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• Kawhi Leonard doesn’t need to be the Raptors’ best player every night

  14-10-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sep 28, 2026; Toronto, ON, Canada; Toronto Raptors forward Kawhi Leonard (2) talks to the media during Toronto Raptors-Media Day at Hotel-X. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Seeing Kawhi Leonard in a Raptors jersey again is naturally going to bring back memories of 2019. That season, there was no question who Toronto’s best player was. When a possession broke down or a playoff game tightened up, the answer was usually simple: get Kawhi th
  
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• Game Preview: Suns’ young players have everything to gain against San Antonio

  14-10-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, AZ - OCTOBER 10: Koa Peat #18 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs 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 Kate Frese/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty I
  
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• 2026-27 NBA Championship predictions roundtable: Can Knicks repeat? Is this Wemby and the Spurs’ year?

  14-10-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  At the start of every NBA season, we — fans, media, people in and around the league — go in certain we know how things are going to play out. A year ago, the Thunder were the clear favorites to repeat, and the young Spurs were barely going to make the playoffs, and it looked like Cleveland might be due in the East. None of that played out quite as expected.This season, again it feels like there are clear favorites, and again we're likely going to be wrong. To get a bigger picture, we
  
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• How Kon Knueppel Came To Love Basketball

  14-10-2026 13:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NY - DECEMBER 3: Kon Knueppel #7 of the Charlotte Hornets drives to the basket during the game against the New York Knicks on December 3, 2025 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) | N
  
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• Paul George previewed his defensive prowess in preseason victory over Philadelphia

  14-10-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 10: Paul George #13 of the Boston Celtics looks on during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 10, 2026 at TD Garden 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The Boston C
  
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• Open Thread: Keldon Johnson- How the NBA’s Sixth Man enjoys his time off the court

  14-10-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX - JUNE 13: Keldon Johnson #3 and Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs high five during the game against the New York Knicks during Game Five of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 13, 2026 at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE(Photo by Ada
  
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• Can Jett Howard make the impact in Dallas that Orlando hoped for?

  14-10-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DALLAS, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 25: Jett Howard #9 of the Dallas Mavericks poses for portraits at Mavericks Media Day at American Airlines Center on September 25, 2026 in Dallas, 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 GettyImages License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) | Getty Images Jett Howard probably wasn’t a name you had penciled in as a Maverick befo
  
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• 2026-27 Atlanta Hawks player preview: Jalen Johnson

  14-10-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  INDIANAPOLIS, IN - OCTOBER 10: Jalen Johnson #1 of the Atlanta Hawks drives to the basket during the game against the Indiana Pacers on October 10, 2026 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 A.J. Mast/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Gett
  
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