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• Game Thread: Knicks vs. 76ers, October 20, 2026

  21-10-2026 00:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 5: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks looks on prior to the preseason game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 5, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Knicks 120-97. 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 Ima
  
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• Diving deeper into Cavs 133-121 loss to Heat: Supporting players shine in losing effort

  14-11-2026 06:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MIAMI, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 13: Tyrese Proctor #24 and Meleek Thomas #15 of the Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate against the Miami Heat during the third quarter of the Emirates NBA Cup game at Kaseya Center on November 13, 2026 in Miami, 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 Megan Briggs/Getty Images) | Getty Images Facing a front l
  
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo dominate Cavaliers in 133-121 loss in Miami

  14-11-2026 04:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MIAMI, FL - NOVEMBER 13: James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers handles the ball during the game against the Miami Heat during the 2026 Emirates NBA Cup on November 13, 2026 at Kaseya Center in Miami, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images)
  
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• Spurs ambush Warriors in first quarter of first game since Steph Curry injury

  14-11-2026 04:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Maybe not the start the Golden State Warriors hoped for in their first game without Steph Curry, but probably the one that was most likely.The San Antonio Spurs raced out on a team record 18-0 run to begin Friday's NBA Cup Group C game, holding the Dubs scoreless over the first six minutes until a Gui Santos layup finally got them on the board. The Spurs' big run out the gates was sparked by Stephon Castle, who leads the game with 13 points, two assists and two rebounds and is a perfect 3-of-3 f
  
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• Rapid Recap: Magic 107, Bucks 99

  14-11-2026 03:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ORLANDO, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 13: Tyler Herro #11 of the Milwaukee Bucks dribbles the ball during the first half of a game against the Orlando Magic during the 2026 Emirates NBA Cup at the Kia Center on November 13, 2026 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 James Gilbert/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Milwaukee Buc
  
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• NBA Cup 2026: Knicks drop to last place in group play with loss to shorthanded Pacers, Spurs dominate Warriors

  14-11-2026 03:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2025-26 season was a dream for the New York Knicks, from the NBA Cup to the NBA Finals. This season is shaping up differently.The defending Cup champions fell to 0-2 in group play on Friday with a 106-104 loss to the Indiana Pacers, who are still playing without Tyrese Haliburton due to a left hamstring strain. That puts New York in the bottom of the East Group B standings and all but eliminates them from the in-season tournament.No team with two losses in group play has reached the knockout
  
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• NBA Cup 2026: Knicks drop to last place in group play with loss to shorthanded Pacers

  14-11-2026 03:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2025-26 season was a dream for the New York Knicks, from the NBA Cup to the NBA Finals. This season is shaping up differently.The defending Cup champions fell to 0-2 in group play on Friday with a 106-104 loss to the Indiana Pacers, who are still playing without Tyrese Haliburton due to a left hamstring strain. That puts New York in the bottom of the East Group B standings and all but eliminates them from the in-season tournament.No team with two losses in group play has reached the knockout
  
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• It’s time for Basketball: San Antonio Spurs vs Golden State Warriors

  14-11-2026 03:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 01: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs stands on the court during their game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on April 01, 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 Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welcome to the Game Thread. Veterans of the G
  
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• Devin Booker’s clutch scoring carries Suns amid starting lineup woes

  14-11-2026 03:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nov 12, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (15) after making a three point shot against the Charlotte Hornets in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect As precious seconds ticked off the clock late in Thursday night’s matchup between the Phoenix Suns and Charlotte Hornets, it was abundantly clear that Charlotte was attempting to intentionally foul Devin Booker. And Booker? He was re
  
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• Game Preview #13: Wolves vs Bulls

  14-11-2026 02:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHICAGO, IL - OCTOBER 16: Jaylen Clark #7 of the Minnesota Timberwolves guards Josh Giddey #3 of the Chicago Bulls during the first half of a preseason game on October 16, 2026 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Melissa Tamez/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Poor Chicago.Not only has this season been an expected mess on the court, but fans now lose any reason to tune in without their rookie for the next one to two months. Now they get the red
  
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• Cavs at Heat game thread

  14-11-2026 02:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OHIO - MARCH 27: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers drives to the basket around Pelle Larsson #9 of the Miami Heat during the fourth quarter at Rocket Arena on March 27, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Heat 149-128. 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 Image
  
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• Rockets host classic foe Jazz

  14-11-2026 01:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Houston Rockets vs. Utah JazzNovember 13th, 2026Location: Toyota Center, Houston, TexasTV: Space City Home Network
  Radio:KBME Sports Talk 790 / KLTN 102.9 (en español)Probable Starting LineupsRockets: Fred VanVleet, Amen Thompson, Jabari Smith Jr., Kevin Durant, Alperen SengunJazz: Keyonte George, Darryn Peterson, Josh Green, Ace Bailey, Jaxson HayesCan the Rockets continue their win streak? Tune in tonight and come chat with us at TDS or on the SB Nation App! (Unless you’re a Jazz fan, then
  
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• Warriors rookie feeling immense pressure amid Steph Curry injury: ‘Am I going to be able to live up to it?’

  14-11-2026 01:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Warriors have come to life this season with the lethal combination of veteran superstar Steph Curry and rookie Yaxel Lendeborg. But the latest injury update indicates Golden State could be without Curry for a month. That propels Lendeborg to the forefront of the Warriors’ game plan over the coming weeks. The rookie revealed his confidence to produce without Curry on the floor is a 6 out of 10 but admitted he’s feeling the pressure.Golden State Warriors forward Yaxel Lendeborg (1) reacts
  
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• Lakers' Austin Reaves day-to-day with bruised heel, doesn't undergo imaging

  14-11-2026 01:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Any Los Angeles Lakers game in which Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves both exit with injuries is going to be concerning, but it appears the team has dodged any serious fallout.Two days after the Lakers’ two leading scorers left a win over the Milwaukee Bucks, head coach JJ Redick told reporters Friday that he expects Dončić to be available for Sunday’s game against the Phoenix Suns. Dončić had already told reporters he was “good” the night of the injury, which was a tweaked ankle.As f
  
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• Why the Suns should avoid trading Jalen Green for Dejounte Murray

  14-11-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MARCH 06: Dejounte Murray #5 of the New Orleans Pelicans drives to the basket against Jalen Green #4 of the Phoenix Suns during the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center on March 06, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Pelicans 118-116. 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) | Get
  
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• Hawks at Bulls, NBA Cup: start time, TV, streaming, radio, game thread

  14-11-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ATLANTA, GEORGIA - NOVEMBER 07: Nickeil Alexander-Walker #7 of the Atlanta Hawks looks on against the Brooklyn Nets during the first quarter at State Farm Arena on November 7, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. 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 Paras Griffin/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Atlanta Hawks (7-5) take on a rebuilding Chicago Bu
  
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• Lakers stars Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves earn different status for battle with Suns

  14-11-2026 00:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Lakers received positive injury news following multiple scares in Wednesday’s 123-112 win over the Bucks.Lakers coach JJ Redick said Austin Reaves suffered a left heel bruise in the third quarter of that game and is listed as day-to-day ahead of Sunday’s contest against the Suns.The Lakers’ medical staff and Reaves jointly determined that he didn’t need further imaging after seeing how he felt Thursday morning. Reaves had X-rays Wednesday evening and they came back clean.When asked i
  
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• Game Discussion Thread: Knicks at Pacers, November 13, 2026

  14-11-2026 00:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  INDIANAPOLIS, IN - DECEMBER 18: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks and Andrew Nembhard #2 of the Indiana Pacers look on during the game on December 18, 2025 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Ron Hoskins/NBAE via Getty Images) | N
  
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• Use DraftKings promo code to get $200 bonus, free NBA League Pass for Pacers-Knicks, UCLA-Illinois on Friday

  14-11-2026 00:50 via CBS Sports Headlines
  
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• Pelicans star Dejounte Murray requests trade out of New Orleans

  14-11-2026 00:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dejounte Murray of the New Orleans Pelicans reacts during a game against the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco, Monday, Nov. 9, 2026.Dejounte Murray has had enough of New Orleans.The former All-Star requested a trade from the Pelicans, with his agent, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul, and team officials beginning to work toward finding him a new home, ESPN’s Shams Charania first reported.The Pelicans then put out a statement and said they are looking into “potential trade options.”“Today
  
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• Pelicans' Dejounte Murray requests trade after venting about franchise in deleted social media posts

  13-11-2026 23:38 via CBS Sports Headlines
  
  'You have no f---ing clue what we dealing with,' Murray posted this week after a blowout loss
  
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• Warriors vs. Spurs injury report: Steph Curry’s absence begins

  13-11-2026 23:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  December 17, 2020; Sacramento, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (left) dribbles the basketball against Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (right) during the first quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports The Golden State Warriors are facing perhaps their largest challenge of the season tonight: a road game against Victor Wembanyama and the defending Western Conference champion San Antonio Spurs, without Steph Curry. This won’t be eas
  
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• Why failure without Kawhi Leonard is ok, but not without Scottie Barnes

  13-11-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  TORONTO, ON- OCTOBER 21 - Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors and Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors share a laugh on the bench as the Toronto Raptors play the Chicago Bulls in their season opener at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. October 21, 2026. Steve Russell/Toronto Star (Steve Russell/Toronto Star via Getty Images) | Toronto Star via Getty Images When you start dating, there’s something to be said for bad dates and breakups serving as lessons for the do’s and don’ts of the wor
  
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• Dejounte Murray requests trade from Pelicans

  13-11-2026 22:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  After two-plus seasons, Dejounte Murray's time in New Orleans may be coming to a close. ESPN's Shams Charania reported Friday that the veteran point guard has requested a trade, with the Pelicans confirming the news shortly thereafter. This comes on the heels of two blowout defeats for the Pelicans: a 51-point thrashing by the Warriors on Monday, followed by a 34-point loss to the Nets on Wednesday. In their statement, the Pelicans said that they will "evaluate potential trade opportunities that
  
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• Dejounte Murray reportedly requests trade from Pelicans

  13-11-2026 22:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  After two-plus seasons, Dejounte Murray's time in New Orleans may be coming to a close. ESPN's Shams Charania reported Friday that the veteran point guard has requested a trade. This comes on the heels of two blowout defeats for the Pelicans: a 51-point thrashing by the Warriors on Monday, followed by a 34-point loss to the Nets on Wednesday. Per Charania's report, Murray's agent, Rich Paul of Klutch Sports, and the franchise have begun working together on a solution. New Orleans Pelicans guard
  
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• Lakers provide Austin Reaves injury update. Will star guard miss games?

  13-11-2026 22:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick provided an injury update on shooting guard Austin Reaves.Redick stated during his Friday, Nov. 13 media availability that Reaves suffered a bruised heel and is considered day-to-day. The coach added that Reaves and the team's medical staff opted against having imaging done on the injury.Reaves had landed awkwardly on his left heel after missing a transition dunk attempt in the middle of the third quarter of the Lakers' 123-112 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks
  
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• Lakers' Austin Reaves considered day-to-day with heel injury

  13-11-2026 22:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lakers guard Austin Reaves, getting poked in the face by Heat guard Pelle Larsson during a game this month, is considered day-to-day after injuring his left heel during a game in Milwaukee. (Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times)The Lakers dodged an injury bullet as guard Austin Reaves is considered day-to-day with a bruise on his left heel, coach JJ Redick said after practice Friday.Reaves left Wednesday’s win over Milwaukee in the third quarter and didn’t return. His X-rays after the game w
  
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• The Credits: Terminator 2: Judgment Day

  13-11-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - NOVEMBER 11: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs celebrates against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at United Center on November 11, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. 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 Michael Reaves/Getty Images) | Getty Images The San Antonio Spurs opened the year 0-2. Victor Wembany
  
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• Dejounte Murray landing spots: Three possible destinations after Pelicans guard requests trade

  13-11-2026 22:33 via CBS Sports Headlines
  
  Murray, an All-Star in 2022, has had a rough tenure in New Orleans and wants out
  
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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 11/13/26

  13-11-2026 22:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  TORONTO, CANADA - NOVEMBER 11: The sneakers worn by Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics during the game against the Toronto Raptors on November 11, 2026 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE
  
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