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• 2026-27 Atlanta Hawks player preview: The two-ways

  04-10-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MIAMI, FLORIDA - APRIL 12: Rayj Dennis #00 of the Atlanta Hawks dribbles the ball against the Miami Heat during the first quarter of the game at Kaseya Center on April 12, 2026 in Miami, Florida. 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 Megan Briggs/Getty Images) | Getty Images As we embark on a new Hawks season, it’s time to preview
  
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• Player Grades: Cavs vs Celtics – Jaylon Tyson shows flashes in loss

  09-10-2026 04:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 8: Jaylon Tyson #20 of the Cleveland Cavaliers drives to the basket during the game against the Boston Celtics on October 8, 2026 at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Lauren Leigh Bacho/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Ima
  
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• Knicks offense falls short again, struck down by Wizards, 111-109

  09-10-2026 04:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  In their return to the Garden for the first time since Game 4 of the NBA Finals on Thursday night, the Knicks struggled to keep up with a young Washington Wizards core, losing by just two points, 111-109, for their second loss of the preseason.Here are some takeaways...-- Just as in Monday's 120-97 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, the Knicks' starting lineup comprised the five stars that powered the team to its NBA Finals win in June: Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, Josh Hart, OG Anunoby, and Karl-
  
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• Knicks offense falls short again in preseason action, struck down by Wizards

  09-10-2026 04:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  In their return to the Garden for the first time since Game 4 of the NBA Finals on Thursday night, the Knicks struggled to keep up with a young Washington Wizards core, losing by just two points, 111-109, for their second loss of the preseason.Here are some takeaways...-- Just as in Monday's 120-97 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, the Knicks' starting lineup comprised the five stars that powered the team to its NBA Finals win in June: Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, Josh Hart, OG Anunoby, and Karl-
  
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• How did LeBron James do in Sixers debut? Stats from 76ers vs. Nets preseason game

  09-10-2026 03:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LeBron James made his debut for the Philadelphia 76ers. Sort of.The NBA's all-time leading scorer suited up for the team's preseason game against the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday, Oct. 8 at Barclays Center and was in the starting lineup.The crowd cheered enthusiastically as James did his pregame ritual, tossing chalk in the air, for the first time in the blue No. 23 jersey.First LeBron chalk toss in a Sixers uniform 🚨Sixers/Nets in preseason action is LIVE NOW on NBA League Pass! pic.twitte
  
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• Final Score: Cavs lose first preseason game 124-113 to Celtics

  09-10-2026 03:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 8: Meleek Thomas #15 of the Cleveland Cavaliers drives to the basket during the game against the Boston Celtics on October 8, 2026 at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Lauren Leigh Bacho/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Im
  
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• LeBron James, 76ers' loaded starting 5 play preseason game: Did we learn anything?

  09-10-2026 03:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK — LeBron James, just like always, walked to the scorer’s table.And, just like always, he picked up the bottle of talcum powder, dusted a tiny bit off to his right and left sides, and then he caked his right hand. It was the same chalk toss, the same staccato claps and the same strut toward center court. The jarring difference, of course, was the bright blue uniform bearing PHILA across the chest.It’s a new era, indeed.James and Jaylen Brown, the former Celtic, made the
  
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• It’s time for Preseason Basketball: San Antonio Spurs vs Atlanta Hawks

  09-10-2026 01:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 09: Carter Bryant #11 of the San Antonio Spurs walks on the court during a break in the first half of a 2026 NBA Summer League game against the Atlanta Hawks at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 09, 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 Welc
  
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• The good, the bad, and the ugly of the Suns’ preseason so far

  09-10-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 07: Devin Booker #15 of the Phoenix Suns looks on against the Chicago Bulls during the first half of the preseason game at the United Center on October 07, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. 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 Daniel Bartel/Getty Images) | Getty Images Do you know what the most annoying thing about the
  
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• Preseason Game Thread: Knicks vs. Wizards, October 8, 2026

  09-10-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 3: Josh Hart #3 and Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks box out Kyshawn George #18 of the Washington Wizards during the game on February 3, 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 Stephen Gosling/NBAE via G
  
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• Live Preseason Discussion: Philadelphia 76ers at Brooklyn Nets, 7:30 PM ET

  09-10-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 06: Chaney Johnson #31 of the Brooklyn Nets dunks the ball in the second half against the Charlotte Hornets 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 There’s
  
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• Hawks at Spurs, preseason: start time, TV, streaming, radio, game thread

  09-10-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ATLANTA, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 05: Ty Jerome #2 of the Memphis Grizzlies drives to the basket as Aaron Wiggins #2 of the Atlanta Hawks plays defense during the second quarter of the preseason game at State Farm Arena on October 5, 2026 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. 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 Paras Griffin/Getty Im
  
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• Cavs vs. Celtics preseason game thread

  09-10-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OH - MARCH 8: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers drives to the basket during the game against the Boston Celtics on March 8, 2026 at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images
  
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• Celtics will be without 8 players in preseason opener

  09-10-2026 00:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - MAY 2: Baylor Scheierman #55 and Hugo Gonzalez #28 of the Boston Celtics react during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers during Round One Game Seven of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 2, 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
  
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• Knicks’ Tyler Kolek’s girlfriend reveals parade incident that ‘not a lot of people know’

  09-10-2026 00:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  KolekKnicks guard Tyler Kolek’s girlfriend, Lexi Sousa, recounted his run-in with police after they mistook him for a fan during the team’s championship parade in New York — and she revealed that it actually happened twice.“Oh, I was there,” Sousa said in an interview with Wag Talk on Wednesday. “It didn’t happen to him once. It happened to him twice. “Not a lot of people know that.”Knicks guard Tyler Kolek and his girlfriend, Lexi Sousa, at
  
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• Observations after James makes impressive Sixers preseason debut in Brooklyn

  09-10-2026 00:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Observations after James makes impressive Sixers preseason debut in Brooklyn  originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaNEW YORK — LeBron James is truly up and running as a Philadelphia 76er. James made his Sixers preseason debut Thursday night at Barclays Center and played a strong first half in the team’s 114-109 loss to the Nets. The four-time MVP logged 18 minutes and scored 10 highly efficient points, going 1 for 1 from the field and 8 for 8 at the foul line.
  
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• Austin Reaves proposes crazy idea to help Luka Doncic reach ‘different’ level

  08-10-2026 23:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Austin Reaves knows how to get Luka Doncic fired up and he’s willing to go to extreme lengths to ensure the Lakers superstar plays well.Reaves has thought about hiring fans to talk trash to Doncic throughout games in order to awaken the Slovenian beast inside. Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves gestures as he speaks to the media. AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill“I’ve thought about paying people in the stands to just talk crazy to him because he goes to that different level,”
  
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• 2026-27 NBA Season Preview: Lakers, Suns, Clippers, Warriors, Kings (Pacific Division)

  08-10-2026 23:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With the regular season set to tip off on Oct. 20, let's take a look at where each team in the Pacific Division stands. We'll break down what to like and be concerned about, a lineup to watch and a reasonable range for them to finish in the standings. Let's dig in, shall we?Lakers • Suns • Clippers • Warriors • KingsPrevious divisions: Central•Southwest • Northwest(Jonathan Castro/Yahoo Sports Illustration)Los Angeles LakersWHAT TO LIKE: Luka Dončić +
  
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• Rockets 2026-2027 player previews: Alperen Sengun

  08-10-2026 23:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  As a Houston Rockets writer, I don’t write about Alperen Sengun very often.Some of you know why. For the uninitiated, here’s a potentially self-indulgent confession.I have a graphic saved on my phone quoting me as saying the Rockets should trade Sengun (and picks) for Nic Claxton and Mikal Bridges. I know that if you search my name on Houston Rockets Reddit, it won’t take long before the word “moron” comes up.And…it bothered me. I don’t like being calle
  
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• Luka Dončić believes his injury robbed Lakers of a championship opportunity

  08-10-2026 22:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  There are certain moments that haunt us. That gnaw at us. That creep into our minds in quiet moments and play with our emotions like a fiddle.Luka Dončić knows his. It happened on April 2 in a game against the Thunder last season. It was a measuring stick game against the reigning NBA champions. The Lakers’ momentum was at a fever pitch. Luka Doncic of the Los Angeles Lakers brings the ball up court against the Oklahoma City Thunder . Getty ImagesThe Lakers were on
  
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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 10/8/26

  08-10-2026 22:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - MARCH 20: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics shoes in warm ups against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on March 20, 2026 in Memphis, Tennessee. 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 Matthew A. Smith/Getty Images) | Getty Images HeraldCeltics announce surprise coaching plan ahead of preseason openerFive things
  
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• Alleged J.R. Smith assault victim given protective order against ex-NBA star after ‘serious bodily injury’

  08-10-2026 22:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  An emergency protective order has been filed against former NBA star J.R. Smith after he was accused of causing “serious bodily injury” to a woman during a violent incident in Texas last month, new court documents obtained by the California Post show.Smith has been ordered to have “zero communication” with the woman except through an attorney, and he has also been barred from going within 333 yards of the woman’s residence or place of employment, a copy of the EPO s
  
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• Boston Celtics (0-0) at Cleveland Cavaliers (0-0) Preseason Game #1 10/8/26

  08-10-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OH - MARCH 8: James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics high five after the game on March 8, 2026 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Lauren Leigh Bacho/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE v
  
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• Could LeBron James help solve the 76ers' depth problem at center? Here's what the numbers say

  08-10-2026 21:21 via cbssports.com
  
  LeBron at the 5? The 76ers might need to try it after their backup center was hurt in their preseason opener
  
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• LeBron James to reportedly make 76ers preseason debut with rest of starting five Thursday vs. Nets

  08-10-2026 21:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The biggest signing of the NBA offseason is ready for his debut. LeBron James will reportedly make his first preseason appearance with the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday, according to ESPN.James, 41, is expected to play against the Brooklyn Nets and will be joined by the rest of the 76ers’ projected starting lineup..@mcten reports that LeBron James will make his preseason debut for the 76ers against the Nets 🏀 pic.twitter.com/LokeIhh8hL— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) October 8, 2026
  
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• LeBron James to reportedly make 76ers preseason debut with rest of starting 5 Thursday vs. Nets

  08-10-2026 21:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The biggest signing of the NBA offseason is ready for his debut. LeBron James will reportedly make his first preseason appearance with the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday, according to ESPN.James, 41, is expected to play against the Brooklyn Nets and will be joined by the rest of the 76ers' projected starting lineup..@mcten reports that LeBron James will make his preseason debut for the 76ers against the Nets 🏀 pic.twitter.com/LokeIhh8hL— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) October 8, 2026That's
  
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• LeBron James to reportedly make 76ers preseason debut Thursday vs. Nets

  08-10-2026 21:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The biggest NBA signing of the offseason is ready for his debut. LeBron James will reportedly make his first preseason appearance with the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday, according to ESPN.James, 41, is expected to play against the Brooklyn Nets and will be joined by the rest of the 76ers’ projected starting lineup..@mcten reports that LeBron James will make his preseason debut for the 76ers against the Nets 🏀 pic.twitter.com/LokeIhh8hL— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) October 8, 2026
  
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• Oso Ighodaro is winning the Suns’ center battle for a reason

  08-10-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 07: Oso Ighodaro #11 of the Phoenix Suns dunks the ball against the Chicago Bulls during the first half of the preseason game at the United Center on October 07, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. 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 Daniel Bartel/Getty Images) | Getty Images Preseason results deserve a healthy dose of
  
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• Luka Doncic’s parting words to LeBron James speak volumes

  08-10-2026 20:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Luka Dončić has now had several months to digest LeBron James’ exit from the Lakers.The superstars had a solid relationship as teammates, and the mutual respect they have continued even after James took his talents to Philadelphia.LeBron James (23) of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on against the New York Knicks during a preseason game at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on Oct. 5, 2026. The 76ers defeated the Knicks 120-97. Getty ImagesDončić was inter
  
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• How will the NBA’s new focus on push-offs impact the Lakers?

  08-10-2026 20:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  This preseason, the NBA and its officials released their Points of Emphasis for the 2026-27 season and one of the most-discussed sections was off-arm push-offs by offensive players.A move popularized by some of the league’s most dynamic offensive players, like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jaylen Brown, has become one of the more natural moves in modern basketball, as polarizing as it is. League officials are beginning to crack down on the space it creates and, most importantly, the disadvan
  
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