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• Celtics could be the perfect reset for Devin Carter

  15-09-2026 08:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO, CA - APRIL 10: Devin Carter #22 of the Sacramento Kings drives to the basket during the game against the Golden State Warriors on April 10, 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) | NBAE via Getty Imag
  
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• Samson Folk joins for a Raptors conversation! Team USA wins gold + All-Rookie team candidates

  15-09-2026 19:35 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 are joined by Samson Folk (Raptors Republic) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Toronto Raptors. They talk through the finally completed Kawhi Leonard trade and how he fits on both ends, Scottie Barnes' growth and two-way usage, the importance of RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley, the budding stardom of Collin Murray-Boyles and m
  
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• Today in sports history, November 3

  15-09-2026 18:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  <div assetid="591176002" assettype="video"></div>Nov. 3Today in sports historyToday is Nov. 3. On this date in:1899: Heavyweight champion James J. Jeffries defeated Tom Sharkey by decision after 25 punishing rounds at Coney Island, New York, in one of the era’s most celebrated title fights.1962: Wilt Chamberlain scored 72 points for the San Francisco Warriors in a 127-115 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, producing the fourth-highest single-game total in NBA history at the time.1
  
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• NBA reportedly lacked sufficient evidence to suspend Kawhi Leonard for role in Clippers' investigation

  15-09-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  In the wake of the NBA's investigation into whether the Los Angeles Clippers circumvented the salary cap when they signed Kawhi Leonard, one major question has emerged: Did Leonard get off light?After months of looking into the situation, the NBA finally released its judgement in September. The Clippers and owner Steve Ballmer got the worst of the league's punishment. The team was docked five future first-round picks and Ballmer was fined $30 million and suspended from team activities for a year
  
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• Can Matisse Thybulle remain healthy enough to fortify the Lakers’ defense?

  15-09-2026 17:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, AZ - APRIL 14: Matisse Thybulle #4 of the Portland Trail Blazers looks on before the game against the Phoenix Suns during the 2026 SoFi Play-In Tournament on April 14, 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 Kate Frese/NBAE via Getty Images) |
  
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• The Bounce: Donovan Mitchell’s Cavaliers arrival stems from a 15-year-old trade

  15-09-2026 16:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  The Bounce Newsletter  | This is The Athletic’s daily NBA newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Bounce directly in your inbox.The official meteorological end of summer is approaching. I felt a crispness in the air this weekend as I stepped outside and sighed, “Ahh, yes, basketball season is coming!” We’re almost there, y’all!Tradeback TuesdayHow a small trade led to a big star in ClevelandDid you know that Mo Williams and Jamario Moon led to Do
  
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• Chad Baker-Mazara alleges Eric Musselman racist 'tirade,' unpaid NIL from USC in lawsuit

  15-09-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Southern California men's basketball guard Chad Baker-Mazara has filed a lawsuit against USC and coach Eric Musselman regarding his abrupt and bizarre exit from the program.The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court on Sept. 14 and first reported by the California Post, alleges Musselman removed Baker-Mazara from the team after the Trojans were eliminated from NCAA tournament contention to avoid paying the remainder of his NIL contract.The complaint also alleges Musselman dir
  
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• Site Announcement: Meet Brew Hoop’s newest writers!

  15-09-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Oct 26, 2023; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks mascot Bango waves a flag with the Milwaukee Bucks logo prior to the game agains the Philadelphia 76ers at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con As you might have seen, a little while back, we put out a call for new writers. Well, we’re thrilled to finally be able to introduce you to them all. And what better way to do so than by giving them the mic, err, floor, err… E
  
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• Jabari Walker doesn’t have a clear role, but it’s obvious the Sixers see his value

  15-09-2026 15:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MARCH 4: Jabari Walker #33 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on against the Utah Jazz at Xfinity Mobile Arena on March 4, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Jazz 106-102. 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 Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images As this series has tackled, the Six
  
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• I let NBA2k27 predict Cooper Flagg’s sophomore season — it got weird

  15-09-2026 14:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DALLAS, TEXAS - APRIL 03: Cooper Flagg #32 of the Dallas Mavericks hangs off the rim after a dunk against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first half at American Airlines Center on April 03, 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 Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images) | Getty Images Using the latest release in the NBA2K f
  
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• Who should the Wizards start: George, Coulibaly or Johnson?

  15-09-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  INGLEWOOD, CA - January 14: Kyshawn George #18 of the Washington Wizards, Bilal Coulibaly #0 of the Washington Wizards, Alexandre Sarr #20 of the Washington Wizards, and Tre Johnson #12 of the Washington Wizards looks on during the game against the LA Clippers on January 14, 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 Licen
  
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• The Raptors are the best NBA team no one is talking about

  15-09-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OH - MAY 3: Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors dribbles the ball during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers during Round One Game Seven of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 3, 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 Jeff
  
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• Ranking the Roster: Bogoljub Markovic comes in green at 17

  15-09-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 15: Bogoljub Markovic #23 of the Milwaukee Bucks looks on during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on July 15, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Mike Kirschbaum/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images After
  
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• NBA What If: What if we fixed the early Wolves?

  15-09-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wolves at the Metrodome Editor’s Note: Today is a perfect day to announce the debut of another one of Canis’ very own, JetAllen! Jet Helmbrecht is introducing a series of articles called the “What If” Wolves, beginning all the way back with the beginning. You are in for a treat!You can also say hello to Jet on BlueSky @coachjet!Volume One: Let’s Begin$32.5 million dollars. That was the purchase price of an NBA expansion team in 1987. Harvey Ratner and Marv Wolfenson
  
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• Kevin Ray discusses the Suns, Mark Williams, and the Boom Room

  15-09-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Suns’ fans have been fortunate to enjoy a great history of radio and television coverage. For the last 25 years, Kevin Ray has built his chapter of this legacy with the TV crew and now starts his tenth year as our eyes and ears during games. In a video interview Friday, I asked him a range of questions about his best memories, how they prepare for the season and individual broadcasts, that day’s breaking Mark Williams news, this year’s team, and yes, even the “BoomRoom&rd
  
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• Poor drafting is why the Hawks are not there yet

  15-09-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nov 8, 2023; Mexico City, Mexico; From left: Atlanta Hawks forward Mouhamed Gueye, forward Saddiq Bey, forward AJ Griffin and guard Kobe Bufkin pose during practice at the Arena CDMX. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con The Atlanta Hawks are still trying to recreate that glory they found during a 2021 playoff run. Only one player, Onyeka Okongwu, remains from that Eastern Conference finalist team. Coaches and executives have come and gone, and yet ever
  
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• Open Thread: Spurs spotted at epic UT game

  15-09-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  AUSTIN, TX - SEPTEMBER 12: Quarterback Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns holds up his arms to celebrate the game tying touchdown late in the college football game the Texas Longhorns and the Ohio State Buckeyes on September 12, 2026, at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, TX. (Photo by David Buono/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images This one just made me happy.Saturday night with @TexasFootball 🤘🏈 pic.twitter.com/IWWBVDVB89&mda
  
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• More Practice Video With The Brotherhood

  15-09-2026 12:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ORLANDO, FLORIDA - APRIL 27: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics drives to the basket against Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic during game 4 of the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Kia Center on April 27, 2025 in Orlando, 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. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images) | Getty Images Duke Basket
  
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• Ramp to Camp: Which young player will have biggest impact for Celtics?

  15-09-2026 12:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ramp to Camp: Which young player will have biggest impact for Celtics? originally appeared on NBC Sports BostonThe roster overhaul that followed Banner 18 didn’t just crack open the door for the Boston Celtics’ youngest players, it launched them through it. Now Boston’s ability to remain competitive may hinge heavily on how quickly that youth grows up.For Day 6 of our Ramp to Camp series, we asked our panel to predict which of Boston’s youngest players will have the bigge
  
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• The Al Horford blueprint for unlocking Paul George

  15-09-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - DECEMBER 25: Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics shoots the ball during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on December 25, 2024 at the 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 2024 NBAE(Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images T
  
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• Important Rockets dates for the 2026-2027 season

  15-09-2026 11:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  HOUSTON, TX - MARCH 31: Alperen Sengun #28, Jabari Smith Jr. #10, Tari Eason #17, Reed Sheppard #15, and Amen Thompson #1 of the Houston Rockets looks on during the game against the New York Knicks on March 31, 2026 at the Toyota Center in Houston, 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
  
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• I Do Not Want Myles Turner On The Utah Jazz

  15-09-2026 07:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Last week, the Utah Jazz fandom found a new, shiny object of desire. It wouldn’t be the summertime without this tradition; I’ll remember fondly the days when I would contemplate longingly the backcourt fit of Donovan Mitchell and Jrue Holiday, or how Jerami Grant’s length could potentially shore up our perimeter defense. However, the new member of this storied club is not sparking my imagination in quite the same way.Enter Myles Turner.Now, do not be fooled by the headline, bec
  
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• Kawhi Leonard returns to Toronto as Raptors and Clippers complete long-awaited deal

  15-09-2026 07:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kawhi Leonard returns to Toronto as Raptors and Clippers complete long-awaited deal originally appeared on NBC Sports BostonThe trade sending Kawhi Leonard back to Toronto is finally complete, with the Raptors and Los Angeles Clippers getting league approval on Monday to close the deal that was agreed to earlier this summer.In the end, the deal was the same as what was agreed to 2 1/2 months ago: Leonard returns to the Raptors, with the Clippers getting Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two first-rou
  
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• Raptors ‘thrilled’ to have Kawhi Leonard back after Clippers scandal fallout

  15-09-2026 05:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Toronto Raptors are "thrilled" to welcome Kawhi Leonard back.The Toronto Raptors have welcomed Kawhi Leonard back with open arms despite a near year-long investigation by the NBA.After it was announced on Monday afternoon that Leonard had officially been traded back to Toronto, the Raptors released a statement sharing their excitement.“We’re thrilled to welcome Kawhi back to Toronto. His impact on our organization, our city, and our country is undeniable, and he embodies the comp
  
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• “HE BACK:” Raptors officially announce the return of Kawhi Leonard

  15-09-2026 03:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  TORONTO, ON - DECEMBER 19: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors warms up prior to an NBA game against the Indiana Pacers at Scotiabank Arena on December 19, 2018 in Toronto, Canada. 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 Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Toronto Raptors have officially confirmed via press release that Kaw
  
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• Jalen Brunson crashes Knicks superfan Mariska Hargitay’s Emmys cold open

  15-09-2026 03:40 via yahoo.com
  Mariska Hargitay brought her fandom to the Emmys, with Knicks star Jalen Brunson making a cameo in her cold open as she hosted the award show airing on NBC. The Emmys opened with the “Law & Order: SVU” star steaming a gold dress while talking about the pressure of hosting and asking an unseen person, “Have you ever felt like you have millions of eyes on you and it all comes down to one night?” The camera then cuts to Brunson, steaming his blue Knicks jersey.
  
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• Warriors’ lack of ‘earth shattering’ moves good enough for Steve Kerr

  15-09-2026 03:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr.Sometimes the best moves a team can make are the ones that aren’t the flashiest.Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr appeared on the “Tom Tolbert Show” this weekend and spoke about how he’s excited about the depth that the Warriors front office acquired over the offseason.During the offseason, the Warriors were viewed as a bridesmaid, but never a bride, as they continuously missed out on the top free agents, including LeB
  
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• Predicting the impact of San Antonio’s rookies

  15-09-2026 02:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 15: Tarris Reed Jr. #10 of the San Antonio Spurs blocks the shot of Matt Cleveland #99 of the Utah Jazz during the game on July 15, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Mike Kirschbaum/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Ge
  
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• The Kawhi Leonard trade to Toronto is finally happening. What does the future hold for the Raptors?

  15-09-2026 01:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Seven years after Kawhi Leonard led the Toronto Raptors to an unprecedented NBA championship, the superstar forward is once again a resident of the North. On Monday, less than 24 hours after Clippers governor Steve Ballmer publicly took ownership of the salary cap circumvention scandal involving Leonard and four companies — and less than 24 hours before commissioner Adam Silver is set to publicly speak following the Board of Governors meetings in New York — both teams finalized
  
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• Swanson: Clippers avoid a death penalty with Kawhi Leonard trade, but only if they clean house

  15-09-2026 01:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kawhi Leonard walks off the court at the Intuit Dome for the last time as a Clipper following the team's season-ending loss to the Golden State Warriors on April 15. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)Along with Kawhi Leonard, the Clippers should send the Toronto Raptors a fruit basket and a thank you card.Because what was already a steal when the teams first agreed to the trade in June now looks like an absolute lifesaver. Paddles for the life raft so the Clippers can change directions
  
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