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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 10/12/26

  12-10-2026 22:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 10: The sneakers worn by Paul George #13 of the Boston Celtics 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 Getty Imag
  
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• 2026-27 NBA Season Preview: Hawks, Magic, Hornets, Heat, Wizards (Southeast Division)

  14-10-2026 01:50 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 Southeast 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?Hawks • Magic • Hornets • Heat • WizardsPrevious divisions: Central•Southwest • Northwest•Pacific(Ethan Palowitz/Yahoo Sports Illustration)Atlanta HawksWHAT TO LIKE: Perimeter de
  
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• Fear The Sword Reacts Survey: Which new Cavalier has impressed you most in the preseason?

  14-10-2026 01:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 08: Gabe McGlothan #41 of the Boston Celtics guards Meleek Thomas #15 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the fourth quarter of the preseason game at Rocket Arena on October 08, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Celtics defeated the Cavaliers 124-113. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images) |
  
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• Cavs at Magic preseason game thread

  14-10-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 11: Jarrett Allen #31 of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Jevon Carter #2 of the Orlando Magic dive for a loose ball during the first quarter of a preseason game at Rocket Arena on October 11, 2026, 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. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Cleveland Cava
  
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• Preseason Game Thread: Knicks at Raptors, October 13, 2026

  14-10-2026 00:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 10: Jordan Clarkson #00 and Landry Shamet #44 of the New York Knicks defend the basket from Jonathan Mogbo #2 of the Toronto Raptors during the first quarter at Madison Square Garden on April 10, 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 The 0-3 Knic
  
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• Kristaps Porzingis injury updated, expected to be seen by Warriors medical staff

  13-10-2026 23:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Golden State Warriors center Kristaps Porzingismissed the start of training camp with an undisclosed health issue that has kept him away from the team, but now he's back.Head coach Steve Kerr told reporters that Porzingis is expected to return to the Warriors' facilities Tuesday to meet with Rick Celebrini, their director of sports medicine and performance. There's no indication of when exactly the 31-year-old will return."No update beyond that," Kerr said. "He'll be in the building ... meeting
  
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• Why the Celtics are getting a bargain on Payton Pritchard's two-year, $44.2 million contract extension

  13-10-2026 23:07 via cbssports.com
  
  With an NBA championship and Sixth Man of the Year Award already under his belt, Pritchard is set for an even bigger role in Boston this season
  
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• Payton Pritchard contract extension: What it means for Celtics, former Sixth Man of the Year

  13-10-2026 22:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A key piece of the revamped Boston Celtics secured his short-term future with the franchise.Guard Payton Pritchard, the 2024-25 Sixth Man of the Year, has agreed to a two-year, $44.2 million contract extension with the Celtics, with the 2029-30 season being a mutual option, according to ESPN.Messages left for Pritchard’s representatives were not immediately returned.As star forward Jayson Tatum missed much of last season, Pritchard took on more responsibility, becoming one of Boston’
  
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• Celtics reportedly reach contract extension with Payton Pritchard for two years, $44.2 million

  13-10-2026 22:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It's tough to envision Payton Pritchard in any uniform other than Boston Celtics green. Now, nobody will have to, at least for a few more years.The Celtics and Pritchard have agreed to a two-year, $44.2 million contract extension that keeps him in Boston, his agent told Shams Charania of ESPN. Pritchard has two more years on what is a steal of a contract ($7.2 million this season, $7.8 million in 2027-28) then he will get a massive raise starting in 2028-29 to likely $21.3 million. The deal incl
  
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• Lakers face key test against Warriors with regular season around the corner

  13-10-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS — The Lakers and Warriors are seeing a lot of each other throughout October. One week after playing a preseason exhibition in San Francisco, which the Warriors dominated as the Lakers sat most of their rotation players, the two are matching up again Tuesday night at T-Mobile Arena. It’s the second of four games between the Lakers and Warriors during the month.Walker Kessler could make his highly-anticipated preseason debut for the Lakers on Tuesday against the War
  
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• Warriors starting five could include surprising twist

  13-10-2026 22:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With Kristaps Porzingis out indefinitely, Warriors coach Steve Kerr revealed his potential starting lineup for opening night of the regular season. Kerr said he’s “leaning toward” starting Steph Curry, Draymond Green, Brandin Podziemski, Yaxel Lendeborg and Gui Santos.  Golden State Warriors forward Gui Santos (15) drives to the basket against Sacramento Kings guard Emanuel Sharp (34) in the first half of a preseason game at Chase Center in San Francisco on Saturday,
  
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• Celtics reportedly sign G Payton Pritchard to 2-year, $44.2 million extension, with a mutual option

  13-10-2026 21:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Boston Celtics are reportedly signing guard Payton Pritchard to a two-year, $44.2 million extension, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The deal also includes a mutual option for the 2029-2030 season, and it is fully guaranteed. The Celtics selected Pritchard with the 26th overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. He helped them win the 2024 NBA Championship and was named the NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year in 2025. Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Basketball league for the 2026-27 NBA seas
  
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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 10/13/26

  13-10-2026 21:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 10: The sneakers worn by Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics 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 Getty Imag
  
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• Editor-in-chief mailbag: It’s almost time

  13-10-2026 21:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BROOKLYN, NY - OCTOBER 8: LeBron James #23 of the Philadelphia 76ers Lebron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers throws chalk in the air before the game against the Brooklyn Nets on October 8, 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 Jesse D. Garr
  
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• NBA betting, odds: Tips for betting the NBA and 2 futures wagers I like

  13-10-2026 21:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2026-27 NBA regular season is rapidly approaching. How will LeBron James look in Philadelphia? What about Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball in Minnesota? Can the New York Knicks repeat?We'll see the answers to those questions soon enough. In this article I am going to give you three tips for betting the NBA regular season, and two NBA futures bets to place now. Let's start with some macro strategic betting advice for this season.Bet as early as you canThis is slightly different for every betto
  
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• Southeast Division Preview, WNBA Semifinals Recap + Liberty/Aces offseason look-ahead

  13-10-2026 21:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Subscribe to The Dunker SpotApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeWe have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones preview the Southeast division (Heat, Hawks, Magic, Wizards, Hornets), then they're joined by Hornets center Moussa Diabaté for a wide-ranging conversationOn the WNBA side, the guys salute the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries for their second round sweeps, then look ahead to what's next for the New York Liberty and Las V
  
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• JJ Redick is a big fan of Chris Mañon: ‘We’re invested in his development’

  13-10-2026 20:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO, CA - OCTOBER 5: Chris Manon #30 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the game against the Sacramento Kings during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 5, 2026 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, 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 Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images) |
  
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• Why Victor Wembanyama is poised to level up in Year 4 takeover -- and possibly join historic MVP/DPOY company

  13-10-2026 20:18 via cbssports.com
  
  Wemby, ranked CBS Sports' No. 1 NBA player, is still growing, even after asserting himself as the best in the game
  
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• Preseason updates on Sixers' injuries and rotation plans

  13-10-2026 20:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Preseason updates on Sixers' injuries and rotation plans  originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaThe Sixers still have a few lingering injury questions as the days tick down toward their regular-season opener next Tuesday against the Knicks.Adem Bona (left foot sprain) and Anfernee Simons (hamstring) were partial participants in practice for the second straight day, a team official said Tuesday. Dominick Barlow (back) did not practice. Sixers head coach Nick Nurse said Simons an
  
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• 2026-27 Fantasy Basketball All-Sleeper Team: Don't hit the snooze button on these 6 players

  13-10-2026 20:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everyone loves a sleeper, but finding one who actually delivers is easier said than done. By now, most fantasy basketball managers know the popular breakout candidates, so the real value comes from identifying players whose opportunities, roles or upside aren't fully reflected in their draft price.Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Basketball league for the 2026-27 NBA seasonTo make sure you don’t get caught snoozing late in your drafts, keep these names in mind.For other sleeeprs I'm targetin
  
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• Welcome to Malu-Watch, where the numbers tell part of the story

  13-10-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DETROIT, MICHIGAN - OCTOBER 05: John Collins #20 of the Detroit Pistons drives to the basket against Khaman Maluach #10 of the Phoenix Suns in the second half during a pre season game at Little Caesars Arena on October 05, 2026 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) | Getty Images Plenty
  
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• Jake LaRavia’s improved mindset, reworked jumper is paying big dividends early this preseason

  13-10-2026 19:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 08: Jake LaRavia #12 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts against the Sacramento Kings in a preseason game at Crypto.com Arena on October 08, 2026 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. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images) | Getty Images Through three preseason outings, Jake LaRavia is shooti
  
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• NBA unveils NBA Cup courts: Bold colors are back, fans will know it's a Cup game

  13-10-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  When fans tune in to an NBA Cup tournament game, the league wants them to instantly recognize something is different — this isn't just another regular-season NBA game.One key way to do that: Distinctive, vibrant NBA Cup courts, and they are back this season.ALL 30 TEAM COURTS FOR @EMIRATES NBA CUP 2026 pic.twitter.com/RgBqe1VJCB— NBA (@NBA) October 13, 2026These courts will be used for the group play, quarterfinals and semifinals of the NBA Cup (in a change this year, the semifinal g
  
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• Kentavious Caldwell-Pope says 76ers' success will come down to 'us liking each other'

  13-10-2026 18:55 via cbssports.com
  
  Philly's star-studded lineup will require everyone to sacrifice some if they're going to make it work
  
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• 4-star SG Devin Cleveland down to 3 schools, sets commitment date

  13-10-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Four-star shooting guard Devin Cleveland has narrowed his list of schools under consideration to three, a source told Rivals.Moving forward, the 6-foot-3 rising senior out of La Lumiere School (IN) will consider Michigan, Missouri, and TCU. Cleveland will announce his college commitment on Friday, October 16th, and has visited each of his three finalists.[ $19.99 gets you a FULL year of On3 | Rivals national coverage ]Cleveland, a Chicago native, is ranked as the No. 32 overall recruit in the 20
  
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• Kyshawn George shows added muscle in 21-point showing vs. Nets

  13-10-2026 18:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  WASHINGTON, DC -  OCTOBER 12: Kyshawn George #18 of the Washington Wizards drives to the basket during the game against the Brooklyn Nets on October 12, 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 Getty Images) | NBAE via
  
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• Adou Thiero says Matisse Thybulle has been helping him improve defensively

  13-10-2026 18:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 08: Darius Acuff Jr. #5 of the Sacramento Kings dribbles the ball against Adou Thiero #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers in a preseason game at Crypto.com Arena on October 08, 2026 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. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images) | Getty Images Throughout his eight-ye
  
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• Cooper Flagg poised to be one of the greats? Kyrie Irving thinks so

  13-10-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MACAO, CHINA - OCTOBER 6: Cooper Flagg #32 and Kyrie Irving #11 of the Dallas Mavericks pose for a photo as part of 2026 NBA China Games on October 6, 2026 in Macao, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The Dallas Mavericks
  
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• Celtics, Pritchard agree to 2-year, $44.2 million contract extension (Report)

  13-10-2026 18:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtics, Pritchard agree to 2-year, $44.2 million contract extension (Report) originally appeared on NBC Sports BostonThe Boston Celtics are extending the contract of one of their most important players through the end of the decade.The C’s and point guard Payton Pritchard have agreed to a two-year, $44.2 million contract extension with a mutual option for the 2029-30 campaign, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Tuesday. Good security for Pritchard; another great value extension for Celt
  
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• What's next in Karl-Anthony Towns, Knicks contract drama: Will he pick up his player option?

  13-10-2026 18:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Contract extension talks between Karl-Anthony Towns and the Knicks are paused. New York management hit that pause button, and while it surprised Towns and he doesn't necessarily love it, he also wants to focus on the season and the Knicks' quest to repeat.However, one piece of drama remains before the season starts: The Oct. 19 deadline for Karl-Anthony Towns to pick up his $61 million player option for next season. Here is what that means:• If he declines the option, Towns will be in the f
  
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