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• Cavs vs. Thunder game thread

  03-11-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - FEBRUARY 22: James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers drives to the basket during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on February 22, 2026 at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 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 Zach Beeker/NBAE via Getty Images) | NB
  
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• Pistons say C Jalen Duren will miss at least another two weeks due to hamstring strain

  08-11-2026 17:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Detroit Pistons provided an update on center Jalen Duren on Sunday. Duren suffered a right hamstring strain just over two weeks ago, and the initial plan was to re-evaluate him two weeks later. That time has come, but the Pistons’ latest update said they'll re-evaluate him in another two weeks. If Detroit sticks to that timeline, it would be Sunday, November 22, when the Pistons play the Atlanta Hawks in the first game of a quick two-game road trip.The Pistons’ update said Duren has been
  
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• Jalen Duren will miss at least another 2 weeks due to hamstring injury, Pistons report

  08-11-2026 17:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Detroit Pistons provided an update on center Jalen Duren’s hamstring injury on Sunday, stating they'll re-evaluate him in another two weeks, though he has been cleared for on-court basketball activity. If Detroit sticks to that timeline, it would be Sunday, November 22, when the Pistons play the Atlanta Hawks in the first game of a quick two-game road trip.Duren initially suffered the injury on Friday, October 23, against the Miami Heat. He picked it up in the second quarter and did not fi
  
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• Pistons vs Lakers preview: Best Defense vs best offense

  08-11-2026 16:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Does it get any better than the No. 1 offense versus the No. 1 defense? The Detroit Pistons find themselves in that matchup as the 122-point-per-game Los Angeles Lakers visit Motown tonight.Luka Dončić and the Lakers put up plenty of buckets, but scoring on Detroit is still an impossible task. The Pistons only surrender 101 points a game. Smothering defense every night.Detroit’s defense has its biggest test of the season if Dončić suits up this evening. He’s questionable with lower back
  
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• Highlights: Spurs third-quarter barrage blows out Trail Blazers

  08-11-2026 16:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PORTLAND, OR - NOVEMBER 7: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs drives to the basket during the game against the Portland Trail Blazers on November 7, 2026 at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon. 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 Cameron Browne/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE vi
  
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• 2026 NBA betting promos: Get over $3,000 in bonuses from top online betting apps, sportsbooks for November 8

  08-11-2026 16:17 via CBS Sports Headlines
  
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• Knicks Bulletin: ‘I wasn’t lying in that sense’

  08-11-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OH - NOVEMBER 7: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks and Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers talk after the game on November 7, 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 v
  
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• Knicks Week Preview: Nov. 8-14, 2026

  08-11-2026 15:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - DECEMBER 18: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks attempts a shot while being guarded by Isaiah Jackson #22 and Andrew Nembhard #2 of the Indiana Pacers in the first quarter at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on December 18, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 Dylan Buell/Getty Images)
  
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• Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson explains infamous 'analytically' quote during playoffs loss to Knicks

  08-11-2026 15:25 via CBS Sports Headlines
  
  Down 3-0 to the Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals, Atkinson tried to explain that his team had actually won two of the games so far
  
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• Milwaukee Bucks vs. Boston Celtics Preview & Game Thread: Revenge game

  08-11-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - NOVEMBER 04: Tyler Herro #11 of the Milwaukee Bucks reacts behind Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics during the second half at TD Garden on November 04, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Bucks 109-102. 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 Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Milw
  
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• Sixers visit Bulls for second meeting in Sunday matinee

  08-11-2026 14:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 02: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers goes to the basket against Norman Powell #24 and Tre Jones #30 of the Chicago Bulls during the first half of a game at Xfinity Mobile Arena on November 02, 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 Image
  
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• Rockets hit first losing streak of season, fall 102-99 to Suns

  08-11-2026 14:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 07: Devin Booker #15 of the Phoenix Suns drives to the basket against Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets during the second half of the game at Mortgage Matchup Center on November 07, 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 Chris Coduto/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Houston Rocke
  
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• Bucks Reacts Survey Results: The Bucks are too nice, fans aren’t, and both of these are okay!

  08-11-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 02: AJ Green #20 of the Milwaukee Bucks poses for portraits during media day on October 02, 2023 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 Stacy Revere/Getty Images) | Getty Images Last week, despite the losses, Bucks fans were happy—if not more—with Taylor Jenkins and his rotation
  
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• Phoenix bent but never broke against the Rockets

  08-11-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 7: Luke Kennard #8 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball during the game against the Houston Rockets on November 7, 2026 at Mortgage Matchup Center 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 Getty Images
  
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• Open Thread: Jeremy Sochan’s first press conference after being drafted first overall in the G-League

  08-11-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FRISCO, TX - NOVEMBER 03: Jeremy Sochan of the Texas Legends poses for a portrait during G League media day on November 3, 2025 at the Comerica Center in Frisco, 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 (Photo by Sam Hodde/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images What a ride Jeremy Sochan
  
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• Against Oklahoma City, the Wizards were the bug

  08-11-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Oklahoma City Thunder broadcaster Michael Cage summed up this game perfectly: “In this game, sometimes you’re the bug, and sometimes you’re the windshield.” In this one, the Wizards were in the role of the bug.Washington was no match for the Thunder. Oklahoma City took control early and the Wizards had no answer for their athleticism, execution, and swarming defensive presence.The Wizards converted just 29.6% of their field goal attempts, including 7-43 from three-point range. That’s 1
  
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• Diving deeper into Cavs 109-97 loss to Knicks: The more things change, the more they stay the same

  08-11-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nov 7, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) throws a pass in front of Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) in the first quarter at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers couldn’t keep up with a New York Knicks team that just has their number. They dropped Saturday’s game 109-97.Three stars of the gameFirst star: Jalen Brunson31 points, 9 assists, 6 reboundsB
  
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• Nets’ Egor Demin getting closer to return from right leg injury

  08-11-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ATLANTA — The Nets are going to be short-handed in the backcourt for Sunday’s game in Dallas, missing both Egor Dëmin and Mikel Brown Jr.Dëmin will miss a sixth straight game, and after that, the young guard and his leg injury will be reevaluated by the Nets.“Yeah, he’s progressing well,” coach Jordi Fernández said of Dëmin. “He’s on the court. He’s not going to play [Saturday] or [Sunday], and then we’ll go from there.”Dëmin suffered a bone bruise in his right leg Oct.
  
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• Kenny Atkinson takes jokes as lesson for ‘analytically’ comment in last season’s playoff loss to Knicks

  08-11-2026 09:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND — Kenny Atkinson has been getting mocked for months. The jokes at the Cavaliers coach’s expense — courtesy of Josh Hart, Karl-Anthony Towns and countless others — could continue for years to come.After losing the first three games of the Eastern Conference finals, Atkinson infamously said that the Cavaliers had “analytically” won two of the first three games against the Knicks, but the Long Island native wishes the question that prompted his comment — regarding what hope
  
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• Warriors keep streak alive, win seventh straight behind Steph Curry's 41 points

  08-11-2026 08:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO – It wasn't long ago that the Golden State Warriors were being written off, calling the 2026-27 season a throwaway after an 0-3 start.They've since won seven consecutive games and have slowly become one of the hottest teams in the league. If you were sleeping on Golden State, then it's time to wake up. The boys are balling.The Warriors kept their win streak intact, battling the Orlando Magic in a 126-119 overtime win on Saturday, Nov. 7 at Chase Center in San Francisco.The Magic
  
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• Mikel Brown’s healthy but knows ‘it’s all about getting stronger’ for Nets

  08-11-2026 08:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ATLANTA — Understand that “back” is the worst four-letter word for Nets fans.They read about back woes, minutes limits and injury management, but Ben Simmons is what they see. And what they fear.But with Mikel Brown Jr., they don’t have to be afraid.Despite the kid gloves the Nets have treated their rookie with, Brown’s ankle is fine. And more importantly, so is his back.Mikel Brown Jr., who scored 18 points, drives to the basket during the Nets’ 124-121 loss to the Hawks on Nov. 7,
  
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• Game Recap: Suns’ defensive intensity proves decisive in 102-99 win against Rockets

  08-11-2026 07:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 07: Amen Thompson #1 of the Houston Rockets attempts a layup against Ryan Dunn #0 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half of the game at Mortgage Matchup Center on November 07, 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 Chris Coduto/Getty Images) | Getty Images Rick Flair drip go “Wo
  
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• Tyler Kolek owns up to Taylor Swift fan comment that earned him some fun Knicks ribbing

  08-11-2026 07:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND — The visitors locker room sounded like a Sweet 16.The setlist opened with “Shake It Off,” followed by “You Belong With Me,” “Style” and “Bad Blood.”The Knicks — led by DJ Jalen Brunson — were partying like it was “1989.”Tyler Kolek — who this week questioned Taylor Swift’s Knicks fandom during an NBA 2K League livestream — may never, ever, ever hear the end of it from Swifties, but the second-year guard was hoping to make amends with one of the world’
  
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• Spurs use dominant third quarter to deliver beatdown to Blazers

  08-11-2026 07:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PORTLAND, OREGON - NOVEMBER 07: Deni Avdija #8 of the Portland Trail Blazers attempts a layup against Luke Kornet #7 of the San Antonio Spurs during the first half at Moda Center on November 07, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. 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 Soobum Im/Getty Images) | Getty Images Last season, the Spurs had the second-be
  
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• Player Grades: Cavs vs Knicks – Donovan Mitchell drops 37 points in loss

  08-11-2026 06:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 07: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts during the second quarter against the New York Knicks at Rocket Arena on November 07, 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 Cavaliers fell 109-97 to the New York Knicks on
  
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• San Antonio vs. Portland, Final Score: Spurs dispatch Trail Blazers, improve to 2-0 on road trip, 125-103

  08-11-2026 06:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PORTLAND, OREGON - NOVEMBER 07: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs reacts after being fouled by Chris Youngblood #11 (not pictured) of the Portland Trail Blazers during the first half at Moda Center on November 07, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. 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 Soobum Im/Getty Images) | Getty Images Both side
  
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• Preview: Surviving a pack of Wolves

  08-11-2026 06:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DALLAS, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 6: Josh Okogie #21 of the Utah Jazz goes to the basket as Zaccharie Risacher #10 of the Dallas Mavericks defends during the first half at American Airlines Center during the 2026 Emirates NBA Cup on November 6, 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 Ron Jenkins/Getty Images) | Getty Images
  
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• Stephen Curry drops 41 points vs. Magic as Warriors win seventh straight in OT

  08-11-2026 06:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Golden State Warriors began their season with the first 0-3 start of Stephen Curry’s career. They are now 7-3.Curry led the Warriors to their seventh straight win on Saturday, dropping 41 points to beat the Orlando Magic 126-119 in overtime. Golden State now sits in a tie for fifth in a competitive Western Conference.In addition to his 41 points, Curry posted 6 rebounds and 6 assists while shooting 13-of-19 from the field (5-of-10 from 3-point range). Several of those points came at an inc
  
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• Nets at Mavericks Preview

  08-11-2026 06:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BROOKLYN, NY - FEBRUARY 24: P.J Washington #25 of the Dallas Mavericks plays defense during the game against the Brooklyn Nets on February 24, 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 David L. Nemec/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images
  
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• Hawks' Jalen Johnson scores 30 in comeback from injury

  08-11-2026 05:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Talk about a comeback.Jalen Johnson scored 30 points in his return from an ankle injury and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Brooklyn Nets124-121 on Saturday, Nov. 7 at State Farm Arena. The Hawks were down by as many as 17 points in the first quarter.Johnson, 24, had 12 points points in the fourth quarter to bring his team back on top for good. With 39 seconds left in the game, he raced past Julius Randle and drove to the basket to toss in a floater. He was fouled and made the free throw to help secu
  
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