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• What we learned as Darius Acuff Jr. bounces back in Kings' loss to Trail Blazers

  23-10-2026 23:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  What we learned as Darius Acuff Jr. bounces back in Kings' loss to Trail Blazers originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaBOX SCORESACRAMENTO — The Kings were committed to displaying a better showing in front of their home crowd Friday night than what they showed in their season-opening loss two nights ago.While they kept their promise, they still seek their first win of the 2026-27 NBA season after a second-half collapse to the Trail Blazers, falling to Portland by a final score of 128-120 a
  
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• LeBron James questionable for Sixers’ first of a back-to-back vs Bucks

  23-10-2026 23:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 22: LeBron James #23 and Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers look on against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 22, 2026 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. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images And now we get our first glimpse of ho
  
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• Lakers’ ‘Iron Man’ streak comes to an end vs. Clippers

  23-10-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jake LaRavia’s “Iron Man” streak with the Lakers will come to an end on Friday night. The fifth-year forward will sit out of his team’s home game against the Clippers at Crypto.com Arena because of a sprained right ankle that he suffered during the fourth quarter of Wednesday’s season-opening win over the Warriors. Jake LaRavia will miss his first game because of an injury or illness since joining the Lakers. NBAE via Getty ImagesIt’s LaRavia’s first missed regular season game be
  
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• Warriors vs. Grizzlies injury report: Charles Bassey out, Brandin Podziemski probable

  23-10-2026 22:49 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 Images The
  
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• Lakers key piece eager to make debut vs. Clippers after missing opener

  23-10-2026 22:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Collin Sexton was hoping he could’ve been on the floor for the Lakers’ season-opening blowout win over the Warriors.He felt “pretty close” to playing on Wednesday night at Crypto.com Arena as he worked his way back from a strained right soleus (calf) that sidelined him for the entire preseason.Lakers guard Collin Sexton spoke with reporters after the team’s shootaround ahead of his season debut against the Clippers. Khobi PriceBut the 6-foot-3 guard needed a little bit more time before
  
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  23-10-2026 22:22 via CBS Sports Headlines
  
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• Jaylen Brown seemingly calls out Jayson Tatum over Celtics trade reaction

  23-10-2026 22:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jaylen Brown isn’t buying ex-teammate Jayson Tatum’s reaction to his trade over the summer.In an interview posted to his YouTube account, Tatum explained that he was “just as caught off guard as the rest of the world” when Brown was traded to the 76ers over the summer. Tatum claimed he was told personally about the trade by ESPN insider Shams Charania following a pickup game in Las Vegas.“Shams walks over, he hands me the towel,” Tatum said. “He’s like, ‘Yo, put this over your
  
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  23-10-2026 22:13 via CBS Sports Headlines
  
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• New York Knicks (0-1) at Boston Celtics (0-1) Game #2 10/23/26

  23-10-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 09: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics looks to pass the ball past Josh Hart #3 of the New York Knicks during the second quarter at Madison Square Garden on April 09, 2026 in New York City. 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 Pamela Smith/Getty Images) | Getty Images New York Knicks (0-1) at Boston Celtic
  
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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 10/23/26

  23-10-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DETROIT, MI - OCTOBER 20: The sneakers worn by John Collins #20 of the Detroit Pistons during the game against the Boston Celtics on October 20, 2026 at Little Caesars Arena 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Brian Sevald/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Ima
  
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• Knicks call plan to use fake championship rings as employee phishing test 'an unfortunate mistake,' will issue rings to employees

  23-10-2026 21:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The New York Knicks appear to be pivoting after a report that the team used the promise of championship rings as a cybersecurity test.In a statement to the New York Post on Friday, a spokesperson for Madison Square Garden (MSG) confirmed a report from The Athletic that the company had sent emails last month offering employees championship rings as a phishing test. The company said it had recently undergone a hack, which led to the test likely under the urging of Knicks owner James Dolan, who is
  
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• These 7 looming contract decisions could define the NBA season

  23-10-2026 21:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The conversation surrounding the NBA, perhaps more than any other North American professional sports league, is usually driven as much by transactions as the games themselves. Trade rumors, contract negotiations and free agency decisions can alter championship races and reshape the landscape of the entire league.This past offseason saw incredible movement, with some of the biggest stars in the game switching teams via free agency and trades. Though a new NBA season has only just started, another
  
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• Today's top games to watch, best bets, odds: Brewers vs. Rays World Series Game 1, Knicks at Celtics and more

  23-10-2026 21:30 via CBS Sports Headlines
  
  Find best bets and props for the biggest games in sports on Friday from the SportsLine Projection Model and top CBS Sports experts
  
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• NBA on Prime returns for Knicks vs. Celtics — Here’s how to watch for free

  23-10-2026 21:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
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  After dropping their season-opener against Philadelphia, the New York Knicks are back in action tonight against another team looking for their first win. The Boston Celtics host the Knicks tonight, Oct. 23, for the first NBA on Prime game of the season. On Tuesday, the Celtics opened the 2026-27 NBA season with a road loss against Detroit.Just a fe
  
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• The Credits: “The Arrival”

  23-10-2026 21:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 22: Tyrese Maxey #0 and LeBron James #23 of the Philadelphia 76ers react against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 22, 2026 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. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images The 2026-27 NBA season is here.The Bosto
  
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• What to expect from Booker at 30

  23-10-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, AZ - OCTOBER 16: Devin Booker #15 of the Phoenix Suns looks on during the game against the Utah Jazz on October 16, 2026 at Mortgage Matchup Center 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 via Getty Images The Suns’ 2
  
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• The Sixers passed a major test against the Cavaliers with flying colors

  23-10-2026 20:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 22: LeBron James #23 celebrates with Jaylen Brown #7 and Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 22, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images In the first half of their home opener on Thursday night, the Sixers were being serenaded by boos. And they deserved it, as LeBron James later admitted.After Tyrese Maxey tied th
  
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• Knicks’ $3.7 million plan for employee championship rings revealed

  23-10-2026 20:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON — The Knicks are handing out 275 championship rings to employees worth almost $4 million, The Post has learned.The news comes on the heels of a report from The Athletic revealing that the Knicks handed empty boxes to the top assistant coaches – Chris Jent, Rick Brunson and Brendan O’Connor – during Tuesday’s ceremony.Jent, Brunson and O’Connor will get their real rings “shortly,” said a league source, who added that the distribution of 275 championship rings was always the
  
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• Sixers list James and Wade as questionable for 1st leg of back-to-back

  23-10-2026 19:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sixers list James and Wade as questionable for 1st leg of back-to-back  originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaAll things considered, the Sixers’ injury report was not a lengthy one Friday night ahead of the team’s first back-to-back this season.LeBron James was listed as questionable for Saturday’s game vs. the Bucks with an official designation of “low back/sciatica management.” The Sixers plan to be cognizant of the 41-year-old James’ load during the regular season with th
  
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• Grizzlies' Quinten Post wants to ‘kill' Warriors in first game vs. former team

  23-10-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Grizzlies' Quinten Post wants to ‘kill' Warriors in first game vs. former team originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaArguably the biggest departure from the Warriors during this past NBA offseason was big man Quinten Post.The 26-year-old from the Netherlands signed a three-year, $30 million offer sheet with the Memphis Grizzlies in July as a restricted free agent, and Golden State opted not to match.On Friday, Post is set to make a very quick return to Chase Center to face his old team for
  
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• Dalton Knecht reportedly to sign two-way contract with Knicks

  23-10-2026 19:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dalton Knecht, waived by the Lakers just before the start of the season, will sign a two-way contract with the New York Knicks, his agents told Shams Charania of ESPN.New York was mentioned among the teams interested in the 25-year-old former No. 17 pick, along with Minnesota and others. The Knicks will waive Kevin McCullar Jr. to make room for Knecht, reports Ian Begley of SNY.tv.Expect Knecht to play a lot for the Westchester Knicks of the G-League, but he can play up to 50 games for the big c
  
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• Mountain West in the NBA: Only 5 alums suiting up ahead of 2026-27 season

  23-10-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  INGLEWOOD, CA - OCTOBER 21: Kobe Sanders #4 of the LA Clippers looks on during the game against the Sacramento Kings on October 21, 2026 at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images While we are
  
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• MMBets: Dallas finds themselves in a tough spot against Indiana

  23-10-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DALLAS, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 04: Tyrese Haliburton #0 of the Indiana Pacers and Kyrie Irving #11 of the Dallas Mavericks embrace after the game at American Airlines Center on November 04, 2024 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 Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images) | Getty Images After an equal parts defeating yet somewhat inspiring
  
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• Dalton Knecht signs with Knicks, per report: Could ex-Lakers first-round pick find role in New York?

  23-10-2026 19:00 via CBS Sports Headlines
  
  Knecht showed promise as a rookie with the Lakers but was waived last week
  
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• Fantasy Basketball Weekend Streamers: Yves Missi, Bilal Coulibaly playing well as starters

  23-10-2026 18:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Pelicans weren’t able to start the season off with a victory, but Yves Missi was productive as the team’s starting center. He played 30 minutes to Derik Queen’s 18 and finished with 13 points, 14 rebounds, five assists, two steals and three blocks. Missi likely won’t replicate this level of production consistently, especially when it comes to the assists, but he should be considered a must-roster player at this point. Missi isn’t a flawless fit next to Zion Williamson, but he does
  
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• Flatbush 5 flat on Opening Night … should we worry?

  23-10-2026 18:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BROOKLYN, NY - OCTOBER 21: Dennis Schroder #17 of the Charlotte Hornets plays defense open Egor Demin #8 of the Brooklyn Nets eon October 21, 2026 at Barclays Center 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 Getty Ima
  
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• Jaylen Brown calls 'cap' on Jayson Tatum's recollection of stunning Celtics-76ers trade

  23-10-2026 18:27 via CBS Sports Headlines
  
  Brown popped up in the Instagram comments of a clip from Tatum's documentary
  
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• The new normal for the Toronto Raptors: 40 point wins, the Bench Mob 2.0, and more?

  23-10-2026 18:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  TORONTO, CANADA - OCTOBER 21: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors drives to the basket against Leonard Miller #11 of the Chicago Bulls in the first half of their NBA game at Scotiabank Arena on October 21, 2026 in Toronto, 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 “Here we go,” said
  
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• Check out Waka Flocka’s highlights at the Wizards’ season opener

  23-10-2026 18:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  WASHINGTON, DC -  OCTOBER 21: Waka Flocka Flame performs during the game between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Washington Wizards on October 21, 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: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Kenny Giarla/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The
  
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• NBA player props, odds, picks, lines: Victor Wembanyama, Stephen Curry part of best bets for Friday

  23-10-2026 18:20 via CBS Sports Headlines
  
  We'll highlight some of our favorite player props for Friday's NBA games with help from the SportsLine Projection Model
  
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• Knicks assistant coaches reportedly not given rings on ring night, staff hit with Ring phishing scam

  23-10-2026 18:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The vibes inside Madison Square Garden were immaculate on ring night, with the first banner in 53 years going up to the rafters, the sudden appearance of an NBA Cup 2025 championship banner, Jalen Brunson getting his deserved love, OG Anunoby getting the second-loudest ovation (historic tip-ins will do that), and the crowd barking at coach Mike Brown (who has an odd love for the song "Who Let the Dogs Out"). Even a loss to the 76ers didn't spoil the mood much.But owner James Dolan is trying to.
  
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• Knicks make Dalton Knecht decision involving Kevin McCullar Jr.

  23-10-2026 18:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 6: Dalton Knecht #4 of the Los Angeles Lakers handles the ball during the game against the New York Knicks on March 6, 2025 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Im
  
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• What about the 11th, 12th, and 13th people on the court?

  23-10-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 25: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns talks with referee Tyler Ford #39 during the second half in Game Three of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center on April 25, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Thunder defeated the Suns 121-109. 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 Christia
  
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• Pistons vs. Heat preview: Early-season look at new-look Heat

  23-10-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Both the Pistons and the Heat enter this game on opposite-outcomes on Opening Night.For the Pistons, they overcame a 22-point second half deficit against the Boston Celtics to pull off a thrilling win.For the Heat, it was a 25-point loss against the Timberwolves in which they were pretty much only in the game in the first quarter.The Timberwolves seem like a very bad matchup for the Heat with their high-level guard play that the Heat have to counter with a couple of star bigs, but not necessaril
  
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• How many points will AJ Dybantsa score in his NBA regular season debut?

  23-10-2026 17:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 12: AJ Dybantsa #4 of the Washington Wizards dunks against the Brooklyn Nets during the first half of a preseason game at Capital One Arena on October 12, 2026 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. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Images Okay guys. I’m just as happy as all of you with the
  
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• Former Lakers first-round pick Dalton Knecht reportedly signs 2-way deal with Knicks

  23-10-2026 17:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Los Angeles Lakers forward Dalton Knecht is joining the New York Knicks on a two-way contract, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported on Friday.Former Lakers forward Dalton Knecht has agreed to sign with the New York Knicks on a two-way NBA contract, his agents at Excel Sports Management tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/1gePugMy3Z— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) October 23, 2026This story is being updated.
  
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• Former Lakers first-round pick Dalton Knecht reportedly agrees to 2-way deal with Knicks

  23-10-2026 17:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dalton Knecht’s NBA career got of to an auspicious start. The former Tennessee star looked like one of the biggest steals of the 2024 NBA Draft early in his rookie season, and he wound up averaging 9.1 points for a Los Angeles Lakers team that won 50 games in its first season under head coach JJ Redick.But Knecht’s role shrunk during his second go-around in L.A. And less than two and a half years after the Lakers took the forward 17th overall in the draft, they waived him. L.A. moved on from
  
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• Knicks sign Dalton Knecht after Lakers give up on sharpshooter

  23-10-2026 17:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dalton Knecht; Kevin McCullar Jr.The Knicks are making room for a Lakers castoff.The team signed Dalton Knecht to a two-year deal on Friday morning, ESPN.com reported.Knecht, a first-round pick in 2024, was part of the Lakers’ final roster cuts this week after seeing his minutes sharply decrease in his second season.Dalton Knecht signed a deal with the Knicks. AP Photo/Jeff ChiuThe former Tennessee sharpshooter had a promising start to his career in LA, averaging 9.1 point per game on 37% 3-po
  
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• 76ers halftime act mercilessly booed by fans: ‘Definitely a first’

  23-10-2026 17:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Exasperated Sixers fans seemed to aim their frustration at the halftime performer as Philadelphia trailed the Cavaliers by 24 during their home-opener Thursday night.The act, Light Man, who performed an LED light and prop routine, was booed loudly as he took center court at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. “Well, the Sixers are down 24. This talented, creative gentleman got booed a big portion of his act,” play-by-play announcer Mike Breen said on the ESPN broadcast as Cleveland led
  
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• Knicks signing forward Dalton Knecht to two-way deal

  23-10-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Knicks are signing free agent forward Dalton Knecht to a two-way deal.To make room on the roster for Knecht, New York is waiving Kevin McCullar Jr., reports SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley. Knecht, 25, was waived by the Los Angeles Lakers before the season.The 17th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, Knecht appeared in 54 games with the Lakers last season, averaging 4.2 points on 45.5 percent shooting (34.2 percent from three) with 1.4 rebounds in 10.2 minutes per game.Knecht saw much more time
  
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• Rockets revival? How Houston hopes to boost its contender status in the West

  23-10-2026 17:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Eight thousand miles from home, sandwiched between the game's boisterous globalization and the ho-hum nature of preseason basketball, evolution and transformation are afoot. In front of 15,000 fans at Macao’s Venetian Arena in early October, Fred VanVleet, moving rather spry for a 32-year-old coming off an ACL tear, draws two defenders before kicking out to Alperen Şengün for a wing 3 — it misses. Jabari Smith Jr. corrals the offensive rebound and dishes to Kevin Durant, who draws bodies
  
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• Dalton Knecht linked to 2 NBA teams after Lakers release

  23-10-2026 17:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dalton Knecht might not be off an NBA roster for long.The Los Angeles Lakers parted ways with the 25-year-old former top pick before the season began as a way to finalize their roster. But Knecht is already attracting interest from at least a couple of elite NBA teams, according to SNY’s Ian Begley.Dalton Knecht (4) of the Los Angeles Lakers handles the ball against the Golden State Warriors during a preseason game at Chase Center in San Francisco, California, Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026. NBAE via G
  
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• ‘It was a hell of a night’ for LeBron James and the Sixers

  23-10-2026 17:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 22: Tyrese Maxey #0 and LeBron James #23 of the Philadelphia 76ers react against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 22, 2026 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. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images It was 50 years ago Thursday that Julius
  
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• Three takeaways from Caleb Wilson’s first NBA regular season game

  23-10-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  TORONTO, CANADA - OCTOBER 21: Caleb Wilson #8 of the Chicago Bulls dunks the ball during the game against the Toronto Raptors on October 21, 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 via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty
  
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• NBA Sure Things: Three days into the new season, these nine things feel like guarantees

  23-10-2026 16:42 via CBS Sports Headlines
  
  From Tyrese Maxey pacing the 76ers to Luka Dončić resting in LA, here is what you can safely bank on this season
  
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• Can the Raptors Replicate Their Opening Day Dominance Against the Wizards?

  23-10-2026 16:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 21: Trae Young #3 of the Washington Wizards and Anthony Davis #23 of the Washington Wizards look on against the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half at Capital One Arena on October 21, 2026 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. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Toronto Raptors c
  
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• LeBron James fires back at Donald Trump over condemnation of national anthem antics

  23-10-2026 16:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LeBron James went through his usual warmup routine again Thursday night, and then he came out firing.The 76ers superstar responded to criticism from Donald Trump stemming from his continued pregame activities during the national anthem before Tuesday’s season-opener against the Knicks.“It’s a slow news day at the office, you know,” James said. “Slow news day in the office.”LeBron James #23 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on prior to a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Getty Image
  
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