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• How Bob Myers went from being Warriors’ architect to their doom

  28-07-2026 02:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  steph curry and lebron james/ bob myersBob Myers went from being the architect of the NBA’s modern day dynasty to its foil. As Warriors’ general manager from 2012-2023, Myers helped the franchise win four championships in eight years.But this summer, he played a different role. He indirectly ripped the carpet out from under his former team. Myers, who is the president of Harris Blitzer Sports and Entertainment, the managing entity for the 76ers, helped orchestrate
  
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• The Lakers' record $12.5-billion sale was an NBA earthquake. Did Iger and Kushner get a good deal?

  25-08-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NBA commissioner Adam Silver, from left in first row, Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger attend the match between Novak Djokovic and Taylor Fritz at the 2025 U.S. Open on Sept. 2, 2025, in New York City. (Sarah Stier / Getty Images)Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger, successful businessmen by any measure, paid $12.5 billion for the Lakers, easily the highest price ever for a sports franchise. It was a rare chance to acquire an iconic sports brand, and by all accounts, timing was everything.The enormous s
  
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• YouTube Gold: The Legendary Post Skills Of Kevin McHale

  25-08-2026 11:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - CIRCA 1988: Kevin McHale #32 of the Boston Celtics shoots against the New Jersey Nets during an NBA basketball game circa 1988 at the Brendan Byrne Arena in East Rutherford, New Jersey. McHale played for the Celtics from 1980-94. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images) | Getty Images Over the last few years, a lot of things have changed in college basketball. Not all that long ago, between the influence of the Golden State Warriors and the endless defection of young college
  
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• Luka Dončić looks like a superstar adrift at the Lakers

  25-08-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Luka Dončić averaged more than 33 points a game last season. Photograph: Lynne Sladky/APLuka Dončić must feel as though, these past few months, he’s been twirling in a washing machine. He announced a separation from his fiancee in March; reports followed of a prolonged custody battle over their two daughters. As Dončić plays in the NBA and his children live in Slovenia, he doesn’t see them much as is. But after the reports of the rift with his ex emerged
  
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• NetsDaily Off-Season Report – No. 19

  25-08-2026 06:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BROOKLYN, NY - JUNE 29 : Fans outside Brooklyn Basketball Training Center during an introductory Press Conference for the 2026 Brooklyn Nets Draftees on June 29, 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 David L. Nemec/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images
  
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• Utah Jazz Reacts: How would you grade the Jazz offseason?

  25-08-2026 05:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 14: (EDITORS NOTE: Image was taken with a special effects filter) Darryn Peterson #22 of the Utah Jazz poses for a portrait during the 2026 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot at UNLV on July 14, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Utah Jazz have had one of the most eventful offseasons I can remember. It’s been filled with ups and downs, rumors, victories in the lottery, and losing players in free agency. The quickest of recaps i
  
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• Lakers, Hawks still discussing Jonathan Kuminga sign-and-trade

  25-08-2026 04:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 30: Jonathan Kuminga #00 of the Golden State Warriors reacts after a play in the third quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Chase Center on December 30, 2024 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 The messiness at the
  
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• Brandon Clarke's full autopsy released: What we know

  25-08-2026 03:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Late Memphis Grizzlies player Brandon Clarke had cocaine, heroin, oxycodone and multiple other prescription medications "within therapeutic levels" in his system at the time of his death, according to an autopsy report released by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner on Monday, Aug. 24.The full autopsy, obtained by USA TODAY Sports, attributes Clarke's cause of death to effects of heroin and cocaine with the combined effects of the other prescription medicines in his system listed as contribu
  
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• Trae Young’s historical comps have something in common, and that could be a problem

  25-08-2026 00:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Was the maximum contract extension the Wizards gave Trae Young a smart bet? | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Sometimes Past Me annoys Present Me. Today is one of those times. Past Me promised a statistical doppelgänger article about Trae Young. Present Me looked at the numbers and wants to write about Something Else. But…well…crap, a promise is a promise.The first challenge is that Young didn’t play much last season. Just 10 games for the Atlanta Hawks and five for the
  
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• Trae Young’s historical comps have something in common, and that could be a problem.

  25-08-2026 00:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Was the maximum contract extension the Wizards gave Trae Young a smart bet? | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Sometimes Past Me annoys Present Me. Today is one of those times. Past Me promised a statistical doppelgänger article about Trae Young. Present Me looked at the numbers and wants to write about Something Else. But…well…crap, a promise is a promise.The first challenge is that Young didn’t play much last season. Just 10 games for the Atlanta Hawks and five for the
  
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• Klay Thompson defends Warriors legacy amid Heat signing

  25-08-2026 00:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Miami Heat made its signing of legendary guard Klay Thompson official on Monday. However, Thompson is still busy arguing with fans about his Golden State Warriors legacy.Over the weekend, the “Swishlist Podcast” posted an Instagram clip where its hosts argued whether Thompson or Ray Allen had the better all-time resumé.Klay Thompson of the Golden State Warriors circa 2019. The legendary guard has signed with Miami Heat. Getty ImagesAn Instagram user commented, “Klay
  
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• How would you grade the Cavs offseason?

  24-08-2026 23:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  TORONTO, CANADA - MAY 01: Donovan Mitchell #45 and James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers react against the Toronto Raptors during the fourth quarter in Game Six of the First Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena on May 01, 2026 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. (Photo by Cole Bursto
  
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• Portland's Shaedon Sharpe tears meniscus, out six months

  24-08-2026 23:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It's 57 days until the start of the season and already teams are being hit with injuries.Portland guard Shaedon Sharpe has torn his meniscus and will miss the first six months of the season, bad news for the Trail Blazers, first reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania.I'm told Sharpe's torn meniscus is in his right knee, and the injury happened during a personal workout.— Sean Highkin (@highkin) August 24, 2026If the six-month timeline holds, Sharpe would miss the majority of the coming se
  
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• Who is going to hit a three for the Dallas Mavericks this season?

  24-08-2026 23:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX - APRIL 10: Max Christie #00 of the Dallas Mavericks dribbles the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs on April 10, 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 G
  
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• Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe tears meniscus, to miss 6 months recovering

  24-08-2026 22:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Portland Trail Blazers will be without Shaedon Sharpe for a significant portion of the 2026-27 campaign.Sharpe sustained a torn meniscus in his knee, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. He is now expected to miss six months recovering. Based on that timeline, barring any setbacks, Sharpe should be able to take the court again in late February or early March.Specifics of the injury, including when Sharpe injured his knee, are not yet known.Sharpe averaged a career-high 20.8 points and 4
  
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• Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe tears meniscus, to miss 6 months

  24-08-2026 22:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Portland Trail Blazers will be without Shaedon Sharpe for a significant portion of the 2026-27 campaign.Sharpe sustained a torn meniscus in his right knee, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. He is expected to miss six months recovering. Based on that timeline, barring any setbacks, Sharpe should be able to take the court again in late February or early March.Sharpe suffered the injury during an individual offseason workout, according to The Oregonian's Joe Freeman. He is expected to undergo
  
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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 8/24/26

  24-08-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 19: The sneakers worn by T.J. Bickerstaff #49 of the Detroit Pistons drives to the basket during the game against the San Antonio Spurs during the 2025 NBA Summer League game on July 19, 2025 at the Thomas & Mack Center 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 2025
  
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• Bright Side of the Sun Reacts Survey: The mighty Pacific?

  24-08-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 26: Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots the ball over Collin Gillespie #12 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center on February 26, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Lakers 113-110. 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
  
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• Klay Thompson signs with Heat + talking Blazers, Jazz, Wizards, Raptors & Mavericks with Andrew Sharp

  24-08-2026 20:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor ShowApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeKevin O'Connor continues his 'Entertainment Rankings' with Andrew Sharp. How will the Trail Blazers make all their guards work together? Are the Utah Jazz a sleeper playoff team? The duo also looks at the Wizards with their addition of the No. 1 pick, AJ Dybantsa, how the Raptors will handle Kawhi's return and what to expect from Cooper Flagg in year two with the Mavericks.Later, they break down the news of Klay Thompson signi
  
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo says he loves Milwaukee: 'I will love it until I die'

  24-08-2026 19:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Giannis Antetokounmpo made a choice: The challenge of chasing another ring with a team closer to that path outweighed his love for the city of Milwaukee. He moved on.That does not mean his love for Milwaukee has changed, something he professed on AnesΤea The Podcast, a popular Greek podcast (hat tip and translation via Hoopshype). Antetokounmpo also talked about what excites him about making the move to Miami this season."The easy thing would be to stay in Milwaukee, but I don't want to be c
  
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo says he loves Milwaukee, 'I will love it until I die'

  24-08-2026 19:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Giannis Antetokounmpo made a choice: The challenge of chasing another ring with a team closer to that path outweighed his love for the city of Milwaukee. He moved on.That does not mean his love for Milwaukee has changed, something he professed on AnesΤea The Podcast, a popular Greek podcast (hat tip and translation via Hoopshype). Antetokounmpo also talked about what excites him about making the move to Miami this season."The easy thing would be to stay in Milwaukee, but I don't want to be c
  
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• VJ Edgecombe good with potentially reduced role in Philadelphia, 'I just want to win'

  24-08-2026 18:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Usually, when a player has an impressive rookie year, he gets a larger role in the offense for his sophomore season. Not VJ Edgecombe. The 76ers rookie averaged 16 points a game and was third in Rookie of the Year voting, but he's going to see his role get squeezed this season with the additions of Jaylen Brown and LeBron James.Edgecombe is good with that, he told Chris Hine of The Philadelphia Inquirer (hat tip Hoops Rumors) over the weekend at his youth basketball camp."I just want to win. I'm
  
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• Klay Thompson won’t solve the Heat’s biggest problem

  24-08-2026 17:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 16: Klay Thompson #31 of the Dallas Mavericks reacts after making a basket against the Sacramento Kings during the first half of the NBA play-in tournament game at Golden 1 Center on April 16, 2025 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 License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) | Getty Images The M
  
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• Sixers hosting new merchandise sale at Xfinity Mobile Arena

  24-08-2026 16:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 6: Jaylen Brown #7 and President of Basketball Operations Mike Gansey of the Philadelphia 76ers pose for a picture at Francis J. Myers Recreation Center on August 6, 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 Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images With LeBron James a
  
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• Julian Champagnie should keep his starting spot

  24-08-2026 15:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 8: Julian Champagnie #30 of the San Antonio Spurs shoots a three point basket during the game against the New York Knicks during Game Three of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 8, 2026 at Madison in New York, 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/
  
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• 2026 Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft: Wemby or Nikola Jokić for first overall pick?

  24-08-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With most of the dust having settled in free agency and Yahoo! having opened up fantasy basketball leagues for the 2026-27 campaign, it's "mock draft season." Recently, NBC Sports fantasy basketball writers Raphielle Johnson and Noah Rubin participated in a 12-team, nine-category head-to-head industry mock draft organized by Menace Podmen's Steve St-Pierre. And, in an interesting twist, they held the first two picks in the 14-round draft (no third-round reversal). Below is how the draft played o
  
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• 12-Team, 9-Cat Mock Draft: Wemby or Nikola Jokić for first overall pick?

  24-08-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With most of the dust having settled in free agency and Yahoo! having opened up fantasy basketball leagues for the 2026-27 campaign, it's "mock draft season." Recently, NBC Sports fantasy basketball writers Raphielle Johnson and Noah Rubin participated in a 12-team, nine-category head-to-head industry mock draft organized by Menace Podmen's Steve St-Pierre. And, in an interesting twist, they held the first two picks in the 14-round draft (no third-round reversal). Below is how the draft played o
  
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• Ranking types of Raptors fans

  24-08-2026 14:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  TORONTO, ON- MAY 3 - Toronto Raptors fans react to the loss as they had gathered in Maple Leaf Square to watch them play the Cleveland Cavaliers in game seven of their first round NBA play-off series outside Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. May 3, 2026. Steve Russell/Toronto Star (Steve Russell/Toronto Star via Getty Images) | Toronto Star via Getty Images Raptors fans come in all shapes and sizes. Some have been here since the start, others when Vince Carter put his arm through the rim, some arrive
  
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• Where ESPN experts predict Warriors, Kings will finish 2026-27 NBA season

  24-08-2026 14:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Where ESPN experts predict Warriors, Kings will finish 2026-27 NBA season originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaESPN’s latest projections have both Northern California NBA franchises staring up at the rest of the Western Conference — for very different reasons.The outlet’s experts, in their preseason forecast, have the Warriors finishing the 2026-27 NBA regular season with a 35-47 record as the West’s No. 9 seed, securing a play-in tournament spot for a fourth straigh
  
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• Why the Suns have one of the NBA’s widest ranges of outcomes

  24-08-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 23: Devin Booker #1 and Dillon Brooks #3 of the Phoenix Suns high five during the game against the San Antonio Spurs on November 23, 2025 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty I
  
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