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• Bright Side Wonders, Week 3: Did the Suns already find their Grayson Allen replacement?

  12-10-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, AZ - OCTOBER 10: Luke Kennard #8 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 Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via G
  
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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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• Michael Jordan’s thinking behind confusing NBC job — that ended after one season

  13-10-2026 18:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mike Tirico explains why Michael Jordan isn't back for another season of NBC Sports' NBA coverage.Many were curious of Michael Jordan’s broadcast future after his short stint as a “special on-air contributor” for NBC Sports’ NBA coverage in the 2025–26 season.The network aired one sit-down interview with NBC Sports’ play-by-play voice Mike Tirico and Jordan, entitled “MJ: Insights To Excellence,” that was spliced into five segments, lasting about t
  
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• Knicks Bulletin: ‘In some way, shape, or form, I can see each of them contributing’

  13-10-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 12: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks goes up for the rebound during the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on October 12, 2026 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Ge
  
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• Kyle Anderson speaks on Jamal Shead, Lil Wayne, and his place on the Raptors

  13-10-2026 17:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kyle Anderson doesn’t want to ruffle any feathers. At least, that’s what Slo Mo, the 13 year NBA veteran, said during last Wednesday’s practice. “I don’t want to be like, ‘oh, I’m the old head. 
You gotta do it my way,’” said Anderson. The former Timberwolf understands that he’s from a different era of NBA players. “There’s a whole generation after me that came in,” said Anderson. “These guys are 22 years o
  
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• Preseason Game Preview: Knicks at Raptors, October 13, 2026

  13-10-2026 17:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 10: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks drives to the basket during the game against the Toronto Raptors on April 10, 2026 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) |
  
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• The Wizards are considering a rebrand after fan feedback

  13-10-2026 16:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 28: AJ Dybantsa #4 of the Washington Wizards poses for a portrait during Media Day at CareFirst Arena on September 28, 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 The Washington Wizards are about to begin a new era led by forward AJ Dybantsa, Trae Y
  
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• Delaware Blue Coats hire Brad Jones as general manager

  13-10-2026 16:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 22: A view of the ball sitting on the Philadelphia 76ers logo on the court during a game against the Houston Rockets at Xfinity Mobile Arena on January 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 Emilee Chinn/Getty Images) | Getty Images The NBA regular season is rig
  
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• Bucks Reacts Survey: Who should Milwaukee cut?

  13-10-2026 16:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 03: Caris LeVert #8 of the Detroit Pistons shoots the ball against Kyle Kuzma #18 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the fourth quarter at Fiserv Forum on December 03, 2025 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 Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welcome to SB Nation Reacts,
  
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• V.J. Edgecombe joins Jaylen Brown's stream to showcase Sixers' chemistry

  13-10-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  V.J. Edgecombe joins Jaylen Brown's stream to showcase Sixers' chemistry originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaIt didn’t take long for Jaylen Brown to bring one of his new Sixers teammates onto his Twitch stream.On October 9, just one day before Philadelphia faced Boston in a preseason matchup, V.J. Edgecombe joined Brown on the stream. Brown, who was making his first return to TD Garden since joining the Sixers, did not play in the game and reportedly watched from the locker room.
  
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• What is Sam Hauser’s role?

  13-10-2026 16:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - APRIL 28: Sam Hauser #30 of the Boston Celtics is introduced before the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on April 28, 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 2023, 20
  
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• Cavs at Magic preseason preview: How to watch, odds, and injury report

  13-10-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 11: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers drives to the basket during the game against the Orlando Magic during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 11, 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 Joe Murphy/NBAE via Gett
  
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• Kentavious Caldwell-Pope could be the Sixers’ secret weapon this season

  13-10-2026 15:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CAMDEN, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 28: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope #1 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 LeBron James and Jaylen Brown aren’t the only former NBA champions whom the Sixers added to their roster this offseason. Shortly after landing LeBron, they also signed Kentavious Caldwell-Pope to a one-year, veteran-minimum con
  
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