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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 10/3/26

  03-10-2026 22:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - MAY 2: The sneakers worn by Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers before the game against the Boston Celtics 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant
  
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• Fantasy Basketball: 6 players to fade ahead of the NBA 2026-27 season

  05-10-2026 17:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Draft season always stirs up reckless optimism. ADPs climb for the wrong guys, driven by media day hype or training camp buzz. That doesn't apply to everyone. I've got six players I'm fading — and it's not about hating the players. Some of these guys might still be decent, but their draft-price tags don't match what you may actually get.Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Basketball league for the 2026-27 NBA seasonMaybe it's injury risk. Maybe it's a crowded rotation. Either way, I doubt they
  
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• LeBron James reportedly dealing with chronic arthritis in his left foot

  05-10-2026 16:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Being in the NBA for 24 years brings many accolades and accomplishments. For 41-year-old LeBron James, it also comes with plenty of aches and pains. In a story by ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, James is reported to be dealing with chronic arthritis in his left foot. The star forward begins his daily routine at the 76ers facility at 7:45 a.m., after flying in from New York via helicopter. James then works with his longtime trainer, Mike Mancias, who leads him through stretches and activations to wa
  
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• Cavs season preview: James Harden – What does year two look like?

  05-10-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OH - SEPTEMBER 28: James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers poses for a portrait during NBA media day on September 28, 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 via Getty Images
  
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• Keaton Wagler delivers clutch moment in NBA preseason debut

  05-10-2026 15:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  HONOLULU, HI - OCTOBER 4: Keaton Wagler #1 of the LA Clippers shoots the ball during the game against the Golden State Warriors during the 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 4, 2026 at Bankoh Arena at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, Hawaii. 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 Jay Metzge
  
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• Ranking the NBA's best starting fives: 76ers look great on paper, but champion Knicks hold No. 1 spot

  05-10-2026 14:52 via cbssports.com
  
  With the 2026-27 NBA season fast approaching, we're ranking the five best starting units in the league
  
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• The door is wide open for Max Christie to take the next leap forward for the Mavericks

  05-10-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  INGLEWOOD, CA - APRIL 7: Max Christie #00 of the Dallas Mavericks looks on during the game against the LA Clippers on April 7, 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 Tyler Ross/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The Dallas Maverick
  
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• Ranking the Roster: Kel’el Ware oozes upside at 3

  05-10-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MIAMI, FL - MARCH 12: Kel'el Ware #7 of the Miami Heat drives to the basket during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on March 12, 2026 at Kaseya Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Kel’el War
  
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• Bright Side Wonders, Week 2: Preseason time!

  05-10-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 18: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball during the game against the Detroit Pistons on January 18, 2025 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images
  
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• Open Thread: Spending Sunday with the San Antonio Spurs

  05-10-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunday, October 4, was my official kick off into the new season of the San Antonio Spurs.From noon until 3pm, the organization held the second annual Gregg Popovich Coach the Coaches Clinic. Organized in part through the Positive Coach Alliance, they held a quick ice breaker before introducing Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson. Johnson spoke about the values of the program and the importance of sharing knowledge. He spoke of the inspiration behind the event, Gregg Popovich.While Johnson was speakin
  
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• MMBets: Are the Jazz Back?

  05-10-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DALLAS, TEXAS - JANUARY 15: Naji Marshall #13 of the Dallas Mavericks is defended by Cody Williams #5 of the Utah Jazz during the first half at American Airlines Center on January 15, 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 Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Utah Jazz have spent the last few seasons colle
  
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• Twitter Gold: Joker Gets A Career Highlight Pass

  05-10-2026 12:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DENVER, CO - OCTOBER 4: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets prepares to shoot a free throw during the game against the Utah Jazz 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 Bart Young/NBAE via Getty Images) |
  
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• Rockets 2026-2027 player previews: Fred VanVleet

  05-10-2026 11:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  HOUSTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 22: Fred Vanvleet #5 of the Houston Rockets speaks with the media during the Houston Rockets Media Day at Hilton Americas-Houston on September 22, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images) | Getty Images As the Houston Rockets headed into the 2025-2026 season, the biggest question is how Kevin Durant will fit with his new team. The Rockets made the biggest move of that offseason when they traded Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks for the future Hall o
  
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• “Shock the World” — Brooklyn’s new motto at inaugural ‘Nets Fest’

  05-10-2026 10:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  For the first time in Brooklyn Nets history, the franchise held ‘Nets Fest’ at the Major Owens Community Center in Brooklyn. In the past, fans celebrated the upcoming NBA season at ‘Practice In The Park’,but the Nets came up with a new idea for this year: a full on festival. The goal? Celebrate all things Brooklyn Nets and honor the history of the franchise, as well as get excited for the future. NetsDaily was on hand for the first event of its kind.This festival saw ever
  
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• 2026-27 Fantasy Basketball ADP Risers, Fallers & Preseason Injury News

  05-10-2026 09:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With the 2026-27 NBA regular season just around the corner, fantasy basketball draft boards are shifting fast. Training camp and the first preseason games have brought position battles, injury updates and rotation news, and average draft position (ADP) has moved with them. Below, we break down the biggest fantasy basketball ADP risers and fallers from Sept. 20 through Oct. 4, including Tyrese Haliburton, Damian Lillard, Anthony Davis and Kon Knueppel. We also round up the latest preseason news,
  
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• Preseason Game Preview: Knicks at 76ers, October 5, 2026

  05-10-2026 08:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 10: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks dribbles the ball during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers during Round Two Game Four of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 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 (Phot
  
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• Three takeaways from the Spurs Silver and Black open scrimmage

  05-10-2026 06:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX -SEPTEMBER 28: Stephon Castle #5, De'Aaron Fox 34 and Dylan Harper #2 of the San Antonio Spurs pose for photos during San Antonio Spurs Media Day at Victory Capital Performance Center on September 28, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. 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 Ronald Cortes/Getty Images) | Getty Images The unofficial s
  
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• Max Strus injury update: Clippers forward exits preseason game early

  05-10-2026 05:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Max Strus left the Los Angeles Clippers’ preseason game against the Golden State Warriors early at the Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, on Sunday, Oct. 4.Strus suffered a non-contact right foot injury after seeing limited action as he tried to cut across the top of the key to receive a pass from guard Darius Garland during the first quarter.He was seen limping back to the locker room. Strus saw just five minutes of action, missing his only shot attempt. He did collect a single rebo
  
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• Lakers vs. Kings Preview: The long wait ends

  05-10-2026 05:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  EL SEGUNDO, CA - SEPTEMBER 28: Collin Sexton #10 of the Los Angeles Lakers talks to the media during NBA Media Day on September 28, 2026 at UCLA Health Training Center in El Segundo, 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 Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Ima
  
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• Warriors start preseason with 104-101 loss to Clippers in Hawaii

  05-10-2026 04:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  HONOLULU, HI - OCTOBER 4: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors drives to the basket during the game against the LA Clippers during the 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 4, 2026 at Bankoh Arena at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, Hawaii. 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 Jay
  
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• Impact Players from Utah’s preseason win over Denver

  05-10-2026 04:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOULDER, COLORADO - OCTOBER 4: Lauri Markkanen #23 of the Utah Jazz passes the ball to Keyonte George #3 in the first half of a preseason game against the Denver Nuggets at CU Event Center on October 4, 2026 in 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. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images) | Getty Images The grid-bound streets of
  
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• Tobias Harris could miss Spurs season opener after straining calf

  05-10-2026 04:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newly acquired free agent Tobias Harris will be questionable for the San Antonio Spurs' Oct. 20 season opener against the Oklahoma City Thunder.Harris suffered a left calf strain during training camp and will miss the NBA preseason. The Spurs announced the news before their intrasquad scrimmage on Sunday, Oct. 4.Harris did not play in the scrimmage as a result of the injury and the team said he will be evaluated after the preseason.In July, the 34-year-old forward signed a two-year, $31 million
  
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• Nikola Jokić dazzles with behind-the-back pass down the baseline that you have to see to believe

  05-10-2026 03:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nikola Jokić is already doing Nikola Jokić things.The do-everything 3-time MVP center was in action for the Denver Nuggets for a preseason game against the Utah Jazz Sunday night. Playing up the road from Denver on the University of Colorado’s campus, Jokić uncorked this beauty for the Boulder home crowd.NIKOLA JOKIC HOW?!?!WHAT A PASS. 🤯 pic.twitter.com/CqAR2BNSz0— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) October 4, 2026Wait, what?!Being able to imagine that pass to beg
  
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• Utah Jazz vs Denver Nuggets: Recap and Final Score

  05-10-2026 03:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DENVER, CO - OCTOBER 4: Darryn Peterson #22 of the Utah Jazz looks on before 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) | NBAE via Getty
  
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• Milwaukee Bucks launch Bucks+ streaming service

  05-10-2026 02:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MILWAUKEE, WI - AUGUST 10: Bango, mascot of the Milwaukee Bucks, poses for a 'selfie' with fans before the announcing and unveiling the team's new uniforms featuring the Harley-Davidson logo as part of their new sponsorship agreement during a press conference at the Harley-Davidson Museum on August 10, 2017 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Im
  
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• Jalen Duren says he wants 'to be a Detroit Piston for life' after combative contract negotiations, eventual $200 million extension

  05-10-2026 02:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren met with reporters on Sunday for the first time since agreeing to a five-year, $200 million contract extension that ended a combative offseason standoff between the team and the restricted free agent. Seated next to Pistons president of basketball operations Trajan Langdon, Duren said he felt “relief and excitement” over finally resolving his contract dispute.“A lot of emotions, a lot of emotions. I’m just happy for my family,” he
  
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• 5 things I want to see from the Suns in preseason action

  05-10-2026 02:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, ARIZONA - JANUARY 04: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns talks with head coach Jordan Ott during the second half of the NBA game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Mortgage Matchup Center on January 04, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Thunder 108-105. 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 Christian Petersen/G
  
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• New-look Lakers getting first peek at Luka Doncic era with preseason matchup vs Kings

  05-10-2026 01:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO — Outside of brief clips posted on social media, there’s been a mystery surrounding how exactly the new-look Lakers will look against another team.There’s still another two weeks before the Lakers play a game with stakes, but this week will bring clarity. After a weeklong training camp, in which several team members have spoken highly of the intrasquad competition, the Lakers will finally be able to test themselves against another team when they play the Kings o
  
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• Tobias Harris out for preseason with calf strain, questionable for season opener

  05-10-2026 01:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX -SEPTEMBER 28: Tobias Harris #23 of the San Antonio Spurs addresses the media at the San Antonio Spurs Media Day at Victory Capital Performance Center on September 28, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. 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 Ronald Cortes/Getty Images) | Getty Images Not long before the Silver and Black scrimmage, t
  
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• Knicks leaning on chemistry, continuity in NBA title defense: ‘We need each other’

  05-10-2026 01:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The on-court breakthrough was born off the court.The Knicks hit another gear during the postseason last year, particularly after falling to a 2-1 series deficit to the Hawks in the first round. So much has been written and said about how the Knicks subsequently pivoted to an offensive system that featured Karl-Anthony Towns as a “hub” and facilitator at the elbows, a decision that sparked one of the most dominant championship runs in NBA history.That decision was a result of an openn
  
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