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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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• Nets' Mikel Brown Jr. flashes potential in first preseason game vs. Heat

  15-10-2026 04:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nets rookie Mikel Brown Jr. made his preseason debut on Wednesday night and showed why the team believed he was worthy of the No. 6 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.Logging just 18 minutes off the bench against the Miami Heat, Brown scored 15 points (4-for-7 shooting, including 2-for-5 from three) with three rebounds, three assists, two steals, and one turnover. He was also a perfect 5-for-5 from the foul line.Brown, who shot 34.4 percent from deep across 21 games at Louisville,
  
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• Nets rookie Mikel Brown Jr. flashes potential in first preseason game vs. Heat

  15-10-2026 04:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nets rookie Mikel Brown Jr. made his preseason debut on Wednesday night and showed why the team believed he was worthy of the No. 6 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.Logging just 18 minutes off the bench against the Miami Heat, Brown scored 15 points (4-for-7 shooting, including 2-for-5 from three) with three rebounds, three assists, two steals, and one turnover. He was also a perfect 5-for-5 from the foul line.Brown, who shot 34.4 percent from deep across 21 games at Louisville,
  
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• Otega Oweh suffers torn Achilles, will miss rookie season with OKC Thunder

  15-10-2026 04:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  There’s some incredibly unfortunate news to report out of Oklahoma City. On Tuesday night, in a preseason overtime contest against the Indiana Pacers, former Kentucky Wildcats star and current OKC Thunder rookie Otega Oweh went down with an apparent right foot injury, which came on a non-contact play. Oweh planted, and when he went to explode off his right foot, he collapsed to the floor. He could be seen grabbing at the back of his ankle, suggesting it could be an Achilles injury.Sadly, t
  
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• Luke Kennard exits early with apparent left knee injury

  15-10-2026 03:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX - OCTOBER 14: Luke Kennard #8 of the Phoenix Suns drives to the basket during the game against the San Antonio Spurs on October 14, 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 Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via
  
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• Who will be the Lakers’ fifth starter this season?

  15-10-2026 02:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 13: Walker Kessler #14 of the Los Angeles Lakers high fives teammate during the game against the Golden State Warriors on October 13, 2026 at Crypto.Com Arena 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 Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images) |
  
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• Steve Kerr has a starting lineup he’s leaning towards for the Warriors

  15-10-2026 02:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 28: Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors poses with Yaxel Lendeborg #1 during media day at Chase Center on September 28, 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) | Getty Images When the Golden State Warriors converged in Hawaii to ki
  
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• Pistons vs. Timberwolves GameThread: Game Time, TV, Odds, and More

  15-10-2026 01:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DETROIT, MI - OCTOBER 5: Ausar Thompson #9 of the Detroit Pistons handles the ball during the game against the Phoenix Suns during a preseason game on October 5, 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 Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images)
  
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• Raptors look to go up 2-0 on the Knicks in Thursday road game

  15-10-2026 01:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mar 3, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) drives to the basket against Toronto Raptors guard Scottie Barnes (4) during the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images | John E. Sokolowski-Imagn ImagesThe Toronto Raptors will look to carry their preseason momentum into Madison Square Garden when they face the New York Knicks on Thursday, Oct. 15.Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET as Toronto continues preparing for the 2026
  
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• It’s time for Preseason Basketball: San Antonio Spurs vs Phoenix Suns

  15-10-2026 01:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, AZ - OCTOBER 10: Dylan Harper #2 of the San Antonio Spurs drives to the basket during the game against the Phoenix Suns 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 v
  
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• Noah Clowney facing moment of truth

  15-10-2026 01:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 03: Noah Clowney #21 of the Brooklyn Nets in action during the game against the Atlanta Hawks at Barclays Center on April 03, 2026 in New York City. 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 Evan Bernstein/Getty Images) | Getty Images A couple of days ago, Hoopshype, perhaps tongue in cheek, perhaps not, posted a
  
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• Trail Blazers hire temporary TV voice after Braiden Bell tweet controversy

  15-10-2026 01:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Portland Trail Blazers have reportedly resolved their television broadcast debacle — for now — after firing play-by-play voice Braiden Bell for past tweets that included misogynistic and racist remarks about women and Asians.Travis Demers, the Blazers’ radio play-by-play voice for the last seven seasons, will take over television duties on a trial basis, according to OregonLive, which citied league and team sources.Demers will call games on a game-by-game basis alongside fe
  
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• Celtics announce starting lineup ahead of preseason vs. Hornets

  15-10-2026 01:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 10: Jordan Walsh #27 of the Boston Celtics shoots a three point basket during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 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 (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Ge
  
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• Mavericks vs Pelicans Preview and Injury Update: Back in the AAC

  15-10-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - MARCH 16: P.J. Washington #25 of the Dallas Mavericks is defended by Derik Queen #22 of the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half of a game at Smoothie King Center on March 16, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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 Tyler Kaufman/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Dallas Maveric
  
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• Game Thread: Suns and Spurs, Part Duex

  15-10-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, AZ - OCTOBER 10: Jalen Green #4 of the Phoenix Suns & Dylan Harper #2 of the San Antonio Spurs battle during the game 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
  
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• Bronny James needs to step it up if he wants out of dad LeBron’s shadow

  15-10-2026 00:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The preseason has been an exciting time for the Lakers. Several players are exceeding expectations. Everyone is bragging that the defense will be better than anticipated. One practice was so physical that Lakers coach JJ Redick had to alter the drills. But there’s one player in particular who has quietly struggled amid the outpouring of yellow-and-purple-streaked optimism. Bronny James hasn’t played to his potential this preseason. He’s averaging only 2
  
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• NBA Preseason Discussion: Brooklyn Nets at Miami Heat, 7:30 PM ET

  15-10-2026 00:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BROOKLYN, NY - SEPTEMBER 28: Mikel Brown Jr. #0 of the Brooklyn Nets poses for a portrait during NBA Media Day at the Brooklyn Nets HSS Training Center on September 28, 2026 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 Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via G
  
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• Warriors’ Kristaps Porzingis breaks silence on prolonged absence, secret illness: ‘I don’t have HIV or AIDS’

  15-10-2026 00:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kristaps Porzingis is out indefinitely because of a health-related matter. The Warriors have been without Porzingis throughout all of training camp and preseason contests because of the same health issue, which remains a mystery. Porzingis took to social media to address the public on the obscure matter. Golden State Warriors center Kristaps Porzingis warms up before an NBA basketball game against the Sacramento Kings. AP Photo/Scott Marshall“Hello people, I’m working with doctors an
  
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• Kristaps Porziņģis addresses 'frustrating' health issue, remains out indefinitely

  15-10-2026 00:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kristaps Porziņģis returned to the Warriors' practice facility on Tuesday, spoke with team doctors and management, but nothing else has changed.With him being away from the team and no details on his health issue or when he might return, speculation has run rampant among Warriors fans. Porziņģis tried to cool things down on Wednesday with a social media post.I appreciate all the internet doctors trying to diagnose and help, but I'm in the best hands. So everyone can relax now
  
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• Kristaps Porzingis, Warriors address growing concern over health issues

  15-10-2026 00:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kristaps Porzingis is back with the Golden State Warriors, but when he'll be back playing in an NBA game remains a mystery. The Warriors confirmed in a statement that Porzingis returned to the team's practice facility on Tuesday, Oct. 13, and remains out indefinitely after he missed all of the team's training camp and preseason games. Officials offered no indication on when Porzingis might return to practice or resume on-court activities.The 31-year-old center has battled injuries throughout his
  
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• Warriors' Kristaps Porziņģis breaks silence on mysterious health issues, remains out indefinitely

  15-10-2026 00:01 via cbssports.com
  
  Porziņģis also tried to quiet some of the online rumors that have circulated about his absence from the court
  
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• JJ Redick on Bronny James: 'I don't think he's played well in the four preseason games'

  14-10-2026 23:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It's unwise to read too much into preseason results. Rotations aren't set, guys are asked to do things they won't do during the season, and teams experiment with sets and lineups we won't see when the games count.But it's been a rough preseason for Bronny James. In nearly 70 minutes across four games, he has scored just 11 points on 26.7% from the floor, and he is 1-of-7 shooting from 3-point range, with 13 assists but 12 turnovers. After the Lakers preseason game against the Warriors in Las Veg
  
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• Kristaps Porziņģis is 'getting better and better,' but Warriors say he will remain out indefinitely due to 'health-related matter'

  14-10-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Kristaps Porziņģis mystery continued on Wednesday when the Golden State Warriors announced that the 31-year-old Latvian frontcourt standout will remain out indefinitely due to a “health-related matter” but will be around the team.It's still unclear what exactly Porziņģis is dealing with, a week away from Golden State's regular-season opener in Los Angeles against the Lakers.Porziņģis, the 2015 No. 4 overall pick whom the Warriors acquired in a trade
  
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• Brooklyn Basketball expands programs, prioritizes generational fandom

  14-10-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Generational fandom, getting fans while they’re young, is not dead. It is alive, well and thriving. That’s one of many ways of looking at what the Brooklyn Nets — and New York Liberty — are doing with the latest expansion of their Brooklyn Basketball training programs.Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment, the parent company of the Nets, Liberty and Barclays Center announced Wednesday that its Brooklyn Basketball program is adding three new locations in the Brooklyn neighbo
  
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• Charlotte Hornets (1-1) at Boston Celtics (2-0) Preseason Game #3 10/14/26

  14-10-2026 22:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - APRIL 7: Brandon Miller #24 of the Charlotte Hornets dribbles the ball during the game against the Boston Celtics on April 7, 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 Cel
  
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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 10/14/26

  14-10-2026 22:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 30: The sneakers worn by Nick Sang during the game between the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers during Round One Game Six of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 30, 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 (Photo by D
  
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• Which Utah Jazz starting lineup do you prefer? SLC Dunk Reacts

  14-10-2026 21:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DENVER, CO - OCTOBER 4: Jaren Jackson Jr. #20 of the Utah Jazz dribbles the ball during 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) | NBA
  
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• Will Hardy reveals his secret strategy | NBA Pixels

  14-10-2026 21:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Utah Jazz won the 2nd pick in the NBA lottery and now have Darryn Peterson on their roster. He’s looked incredible in Summer League and in preseason when he’s had the chance to play. How will Will Hardy and the Utah Jazz use Darryn Peterson this upcoming season? Here’s a look at the secret strategy from Will Hardy for this upcoming season.
  
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• Warriors Reacts fan survey: Grade the Brandin Podziemski extension

  14-10-2026 21:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 10: Brandin Podziemski #2 of the Golden State Warriors moves the ball against the Sacramento Kings during the second half of the preseason game at Chase Center on October 10, 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 Godofredo A. Vásquez/Getty Images) | Getty Imag
  
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• NBA's most underrated players: An improving LaMelo Ball, a picked-on James Harden ... and a rookie?

  14-10-2026 21:00 via cbssports.com
  
  In wake of our NBA Top 100 list going live, CBS Sports writers are picking who they think are the most underrated players in the league
  
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