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• Cavs at Bucks game thread

  01-11-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MARCH 17: Kyle Kuzma #18 of the Milwaukee Bucks defends Evan Mobley #4 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the third quarter at Fiserv Forum on March 17, 2026 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 The Cleveland Cavaliers will look to get back on
  
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• Am I wrong? Talking Boston, Trae Young, Wolves, Knicks and more with Nekias Duncan

  09-11-2026 21:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor ShowApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeKevin O'Connor shares his latest NBA hot takes with Nekias Duncan. Paul George's fit with Jayson Tatum gets a close look and the pair asks if he's better with Tatum than Jaylen Brown ever was. They also dive deep on the continuation of the Trae Young experience in Washington—is his massive extension already a disaster?The duo also reacts to Minnesota’s surprising strength without Anthony Edwards, the end of the Knicks' slo
  
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• Miami Heat to host 2028 NBA All-Star Weekend, first time since 1990, per report

  09-11-2026 20:43 via CBS Sports Headlines
  
  This will mark just the second time Miami has hosted the annual event in franchise history
  
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• Miami reportedly to host NBA All-Star game in 2028 for first time since 1990

  09-11-2026 19:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NBA All-Star game is returning to Miami. Per ESPN’s Shams Charania, the NBA is finalizing Miami as the host city of the league’s 2028 All-Star Weekend. Despite being a prime destination for a February party, this will mark just the second time that Miami has hosted the NBA’s All-Star weekend. The fist and only other time was 1990. Magic Johnson won MVP in that game, while David Robinson, Reggie Miller, Dennis Rodman and Scottie Pippen all made the All-Star debuts.This story will be upd
  
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• Celtics vs. 76ers predictions: Odds, recent stats, trends and best bets for November 10

  09-11-2026 19:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tuesday night’s matchup in the City of Brotherly Love between the Boston Celtics (8-2) and the Philadelphia 76ers (9-2) not only brings together the top two teams in the Eastern Conference but also features the first regular season meeting between former teammates Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum since the Celtics traded the former Finals MVP to the 76ers.Off to their best start since the 2000-01 season, the 76ers sit atop the Eastern Conference. The Celtics, however, have won three straight and
  
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• How Paul George is fittingly in perfectly (very) early in his Celtics tenure

  09-11-2026 19:22 via CBS Sports Headlines
  
  George will face his old team and the player he was traded for when the Celtics play the 76ers and Jaylen Brown on Tuesday
  
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• The NBA’s anti-tanking rules might thwart the Sixers’ buyout dreams

  09-11-2026 19:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  INGLEWOOD, CA - FEBRUARY 2: Brook Lopez #11 of the LA Clippers dribbles the ball during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on February 2, 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 Se
  
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• The Lakers have the best minimum contract player in the NBA

  09-11-2026 19:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 28: Matisse Thybulle #4 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the first half of a game against the LA Clippers at Intuit Dome on October 28, 2026 in Inglewood, 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 Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) | Getty Images In a salary-capped league, or “apron world”
  
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• Week in Review: Spurs continue to return to form with another undefeated week

  09-11-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX - NOVEMBER 4: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs celebrates during the game against the Dallas Mavericks on November 4, 2026 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photos by Adam Hagy/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty I
  
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• LeBron James says 'family is safe' after arrest of alleged stalker outside Brentwood home

  09-11-2026 18:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Philadelphia 76ers' LeBron James looks on before an NBA basketball game against the Bulls on Sunday in Chicago. (Paul Beaty / Associated Press)LeBron James says that his loved ones are not in danger after multiple media outlets reported that a man was arrested outside the former Lakers star’s Brentwood home late last week.According to a Los Angeles Police Department spokesperson, officers responded to a reported burglary in progress in a Brentwood neighborhood on Friday at around 9:40 p.m. A
  
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• JJ Redick was impressed with the Lakers’ poise in win over Pistons

  09-11-2026 18:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 6, 2026:Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick calls out a play against the Portland Trail Blazers in the Group Stage of the NBA Cup at Crypto.com Arena on November 6, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA. (Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) Despite Luka Dončić’s absence, the Los Angeles Lakers won their fifth straight game Sunday night with a 121-116 victory over the Detroit Pistons and moved to 9-2 on the young season. Spearheaded by a 43-point performance fr
  
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• Kon Knueppel's latest injury setback could be crushing blow for Hornets

  09-11-2026 18:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The start to this NBA season just went from bad to worse for the Charlotte Hornets.Kon Knueppel is expected to miss an extended amount of action after reaggravating the same left hamstring injury that forced him to miss the beginning of the 2026-27 NBA season. The latest setback was particularly cruel, just six minutes into his season debut for the Hornets.Charlotte had been eagerly awaiting Knueppel's return to the lineup after he led the NBA in 3-pointers and finished runner-up to former Duke
  
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• Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Week 4: Better Believe in Brayden Burries

  09-11-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  For the first time this season, injuries aren’t the focus of this week’s Waiver Wire column. Instead, I’ll highlight rookies who are hitting their stride and bench options with standalone value.Brayden Burries and Kingston Flemings joined the starting five for their respective teams over the last week, and both players are making the most of their opportunities.Morez Johnson Jr. and Bennett Stirtz are rookies making an impact off the bench, and Jamal Shead and Cam Spencer are efficient fac
  
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• Basketball puberty? The Raptors’ growing pains and breakouts through the road trip

  09-11-2026 18:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  TORONTO, ON - October 13 Prior to the start of the game, the Raptors Scottie Barnes loses his pants as he practices his shot.The Toronto Raptors played the New York Knicks in NBA basketball action at the Scotiabank Arena in pre-season action.October 13 2026 Richard Lautens/Toronto Star (Richard Lautens/Toronto Star via Getty Images) | Toronto Star via Getty Images Teenage life is complicated, and while we’re in the 2020s, it seems that the Toronto Raptors are going through an awkward phase rig
  
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• Bright Side Wonders, Vol 7: The Suns have a win streak

  09-11-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 04: Devin Booker #15 of the Phoenix Suns high fives Dillon Brooks #3 after scoring against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center on November 04, 2026 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. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) | Getty Images In the third we
  
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• 2026 NBA betting promos: Get over $3,000 in bonuses from top online betting apps, sportsbooks for November 9

  09-11-2026 17:57 via CBS Sports Headlines
  
  Top NBA betting apps include DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, bet365, Caesars, Fanatics Sportsbook and Hard Rock Bet
  
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• Austin Reaves keeps it real about miraculous shot: ‘B——- Luka would shoot’

  09-11-2026 17:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DETROIT — Austin Reaves couldn’t pretend it was a good shot. Even with the Lakers star guard having the greenest of green lights after going on a personal 7-0 run as the hosts attempted to come back from down 26 points, Reaves kept it real about what followed. Austin Reaves hit a variety of big shots in the Lakers’ win over the Pistons. AP Photo/Duane BurlesonAfter John Collins nudged the ball out of his hands after running a pick and roll with Walker Kessler, Reaves lost possession of t
  
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• Doc Rivers calls Sixers NBA’s best team

  09-11-2026 17:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 23: Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers and Head Coach Doc Rivers of the Milwaukee Bucks talk after the game on October 23, 2024 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 2024 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty
  
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• ’Hoos in the NBA: Early-season report card

  09-11-2026 17:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MEMPHIS, TN - NOVEMBER 2: Ty Jerome #2 of the Memphis Grizzlies dribbles the ball during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on November 2, 2026 at FedExForum 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The Vi
  
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• Fantasy Basketball High Score Perfect Lineup: Victor Wembanyama's historic game leads the way in Week 3

  09-11-2026 17:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  We're approaching the one-month mark of the 2026-27 NBA regular season, and it's been a rough go for fantasy basketball managers trying to dodge injuries. Case in point: Lakers superstar Luka Dončić sat out Sunday’s game but still managed to deliver earlier in the week (more on that below).But if you're back here, you're enjoying your second full season of Yahoo High Score fantasy basketball. As always, the top point total from each player each week is what counts toward your final goal. Let
  
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• How to watch Washington Wizards vs Detroit Pistons: TV/live stream info for tonight's game

  09-11-2026 17:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Peacock NBA Monday tips off tonight as AJ Dybantsa and the Washington Wizards take on Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. Live coverage begins at 6:30 PM ET on NBCSN and PeacockSee below to find out how to watch tonight's Wizards vs Pistons game, as well as additional information on how to live stream NBA games on Peacock.2026-27 NBA Power Rankings Week 4: 76ers move into top spot, focus on unexpected standoutsThe Spurs and Lakers round out the top three as we focus
  
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• Austin Reaves still had time for jokes about Luka Dončić after big game vs. Pistons

  09-11-2026 17:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DETROIT, MI - NOVEMBER 8: Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives to the basket during the game against the Detroit Pistons on November 8, 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 Gett
  
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• The story behind Mike Conley’s first Celtics start: “I thought they were joking”

  09-11-2026 17:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Boston, MA - November 4: Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum and guard Mike Conley watch the game from the bench. The Boston Celtics played the Milwaukee Bucks at TD Garden on November 4, 2026. (Photo by Barry Chin/The Boston Globe via Getty Images) | Boston Globe via Getty Images MILWAUKEE — Mike Conley didn’t hear from his coach that he was starting in Sunday’s game. He heard it from the very Celtics teammates who picked him.The 39-year-old point guard, in his 20th NBA season, got his f
  
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• Tyler Kolek’s girlfriend jumps into Taylor Swift ‘fakest’ Knicks fan drama

  09-11-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Knicks guard Tyler Kolek's girlfriend, Lexi Sousa, made it clear that she's a proud Swiftie after the Knicks guard faced backlash from the singer's fans for calling her out as the "fakest" celebrity supporter of the team. Tyler Kolek’s girlfriend, Lexi Sousa, made it clear that she’s a proud Swiftie after the Knicks guard faced backlash from the singer’s fans for calling her out as the “fakest” celebrity supporter of the team. Sousa broke her silence on the drama in the comment secti
  
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo says he's 'speechless' over criticism from former coach Doc Rivers: 'That's insane'

  09-11-2026 17:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo was “speechless” over criticism from his former Milwaukee Bucks coach Doc Rivers. Rivers made those comments during an appearance on “The Bill Simmons Podcast,” which was posted Thursday. During the episode, Rivers said Antetokounmpo wanted to leave the Bucks but wouldn’t ask for a trade so he could continue being viewed as the good guy.Rivers later added that Antetokounmpo “doesn't necessarily have this super IQ" and that he “really has one wa
  
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo stunned by Doc Rivers' 'bitterness and pettiness' after former coach's criticism

  09-11-2026 17:09 via CBS Sports Headlines
  
  Antetokounmpo's former coach criticized his playing style last week, saying he 'doesn't necessarily have super IQ'
  
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• Wizards vs. Pistons predictions: Odds, recent stats, trends and best bets for November 9

  09-11-2026 16:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Washington Wizards (4-6) head to Motown tonight looking to stop a three-game losing streak when they face the Detroit Pistons (6-3) at Little Caesars Arena. The Pistons will also be looking to right the ship after losing their last two games.Detroit averages 111.7 points while allowing 103.9 per game, compared with the Wizards’ 107.8 scored and 112.5 allowed. The biggest statistical advantage in this game belongs to the Pistons beyond the arc. Detroit is shooting 38.0% from three-point ran
  
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• The Playlist: Fantasy basketball waiver-wire adds and schedule breakdown for Week 4 of 2026-27

  09-11-2026 16:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  No team is undefeated or winless heading into Week 4 and the injuries haven't really let up. Fantasy basketball managers who patiently waited for Kon Knueppel's debut were quickly disappointed after he lasted less than 10 minutes before aggravating his hamstring injury. Then, Keyonte George left Sunday's contest after suffering an ankle injury. There's tons of players questionable to start the week, so let's get to the players I'm focusing on who are under 50% rostered on Yahoo.🎧 Who's in My
  
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• Bucks Reacts Survey: Did Milwaukee win the Giannis trade?

  09-11-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 05: Giannis Antetokounmpo #7 of the Miami Heat looks on in the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on November 05, 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 Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a surve
  
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• The Celtics are replacing Jaylen Brown by committee

  09-11-2026 16:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  (Photo by Brian Sevald/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Since teaming up in the fall of 2017, Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum forged on in Beantown as the Boston Celtics shuffled through name after name around them. Kyrie Irving. Gordon Hayward. Kemba Walker. Robert Williams III. Marcus Smart. Al Horford. Jrue Holiday. Kristaps Porzingis. All of them came and went while Boston pursued a title — and eventually claimed one in emphatic fashion — behind its two young, then budding,
  
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