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• Knicks have Mike Brown’s new replay ‘challenge guy’ after Jordan Brink left for Bulls

  22-09-2026 03:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown reacts on the baseline during the first quarter of Game 5 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas.The Knicks have a new replay maestro. Ed Flynn, a video coordinator with the Pelicans for the past three seasons, will serve as Mike Brown’s “challenge guy,” The Post has learned. It’s a pressurized role defined by split-second decisions to recommen
  
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• Jalen Duren not at Pistons' training camp amid contract dispute

  28-09-2026 15:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jalen Duren, the Detroit Pistons All-Star center, is not attendingPistons media day on Monday or the start of training camp, per ESPN's Shams Charania.Duren, a restricted free agent, declined the team's reported five-year, $200 million fully guaranteed offer, and the two sides remain at a stalemate ahead of Thursday's deadline on a one-year, $9.6 million qualifying offer.In four seasons with the Pistons, Duren has grown into a solid presence in the paint for the Pistons. Last season he averaged
  
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• 3 Knicks players with biggest questions surrounding them entering 2026-27 NBA season

  28-09-2026 15:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NBA offseason is officially history. With the Knicks set to host media day on Monday, there will surely be plenty of questions for the defending champions. Contract extension talks for Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart, and Miles McBride will be central topics in training camp. Also, the team’s mindset in a championship-defending season will be another big theme brought up. Let’s look at what players are facing the most questions heading into the new season.Karl-Anthony TownsCom
  
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• Ranking the Roster: Ousmane Dieng breaks out at 8

  28-09-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MILWAUKEE, WI - APRIL 10: Ousmane Dieng #21 of the Milwaukee Bucks drives to the basket during the game against the Brooklyn Nets on April 10, 2026 at Fiserv Forum Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images). | NBAE via Getty Ima
  
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• Prewiew: What Can the Raptors Realistically Expect from Allen Graves?

  28-09-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  There is a lot to like about Allen Graves.Selected 19th overall by the Raptors in the 2026 NBA Draft, the Santa Clara forward enters Toronto with an intriguing combination of size, shooting, rebounding and defensive ability. Unlike some first-round picks, however, Graves does not need to become an immediate star.If he can defend, hit open threes, rebound and make smart decisions, Toronto will have plenty to work with.What Did He Do Last Year?After redshirting his first year at Santa Clara, Grave
  
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• Player Preview: Does Devin Booker have one more gear in his game?

  28-09-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - APRIL 05: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns looks on against the Chicago Bulls during the first half at the United Center on April 05, 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 Jayden Mack/Getty Images) | Getty Images Every day, we’ll take a closer look at another member of the 2026-27
  
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• NBA Power Rankings for all 30 teams by 2027 championship chances as training camps open

  28-09-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 18: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks celebrates with the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy during the New York Knicks Championship ticker tape parade and victory rally celebrating winning the 2026 NBA Finals on June 18, 2026 in New York City. The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in five games to win their first NBA Championship in 53 years. (Photo by Angelina Katsanis/Getty Images) | Getty Images It might seem like football season just started, but
  
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• Why the Hawks prioritized adding experience during the offseason

  28-09-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - MAY 30: Luguentz Dort #5 of the Oklahoma City Thunder celebrates during the game against the San Antonio Spurs during Game Seven of the NBA Western Conference Finals on May 30, 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 Jesse
  
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• The Doppelganger Machine finds Ayton at a career crossroads

  28-09-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  In a reserve role for the first time, DeAndre Ayton will have a chance to reset his career with the Washington Wizards. | Getty Images With training camp opening tomorrow, there’s time for one or two trips on The Statistical Doppelganger Machine. Next up: the guy who figures to be the team’s backup big man this season, DeAndre Ayton.According to Basketball-Reference and other online sources, it only feels like Ayton has been in the NBA forever. Somehow, this will be only his ninth se
  
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• Your burning questions before Celtics training camp

  28-09-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  \n\n\n\tBOSTON, MA - MAY 2: Payton Pritchard #11 of the Boston Celtics dribbles the ball during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers during Round One Game Seven of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 2, 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 David Dow
  
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• Naji Marshall can do a little bit of everything for the Dallas Mavericks

  28-09-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DALLAS, TX - APRIL 5: Naji Marshall #13 of the Dallas Mavericks handles the ball during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers on April 5, 2026 at American Airlines Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Glenn James/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images It
  
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• VanVleet, Adams conquered injury rehab, now they're ready to ignite Rockets

  28-09-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  HOUSTON — Distance from devastation granted Fred VanVleet not just a surgically repaired knee but new clarity. One year removed from tearing his ACL and on the eve of the NBA season, the Houston Rockets point guard appreciates the everyday tasks he once considered minute and mundane. Hell, he joked, he even enjoys media day now.“I have a whole newfound perspective on this thing that we do here that we call a job and also just life in general,” VanVleet said this month. “I
  
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• YouTube Gold: Celtics vs. Royals, 1966 NBA Playoffs

  28-09-2026 11:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Basketball: NBA Playoffs: Cincinnati Royals Oscar Robertson (14) in action, pass vs Boston Celtics Bill Russell (6) and Tom Sanders (16) at Cincinnati Gardens. Game 4. Cincinnati, OH 3/30/1966 CREDIT: Walter Iooss Jr. (Photo by Walter Iooss Jr. /Sports Illustrated via Getty Images) (Set Number: X11537 ) This is an impressive clip from the second half of a 1966 playoff game between the Boston Celtics and the Cincinnati Royals. It’s (mostly) in amazing condition, and, aside from the various
  
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• Rockets 2026-2027 player previews: Clint Capela

  28-09-2026 11:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  HOUSTON, TX - SEPTEMBER 22: Clint Capela #30 of the Houston Rockets poses for a portrait during NBA Media Day on September 22, 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 by Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images If you happen to have
  
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• Rob Pelinka says Lakers have added over 15 people to front office, plan to hire more scouts

  28-09-2026 08:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sep 24, 2026; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers president of basketball operations and general manager Rob Pelinka speaks to a media after a press conference at UCLA Health Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect While the Lakers have spoken about expanding the front office, only announcing the major moves leaves it unclear how much is happening behind the scenes.President of Basketball Operations Rob Pelinka offered a peek behind the
  
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• Bright Side Wonders, Week 1: It’s Media Day!

  28-09-2026 04:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, AZ - SEPTEMBER 24: Devin Booker #1, Jalen Green #4 and Dillon Brooks #3 of the Phoenix Suns poses for a portrait during Media Day on September 24, 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 Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Ima
  
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• Scattered thoughts headed into Celtics training camp

  28-09-2026 02:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JULY 06: Boston Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens speaks during a media availability at The Auerbach Center on July 06, 2026 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. (Photo By Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images) | Getty Images Sometimes the sponge of my brain becomes oversaturated but no
  
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• NetsDaily Off-Season Report – No. 24

  28-09-2026 01:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The offseason ends Sunday. Monday is Media Day, the beginning of pre-season. Hurrah!A week later, after six practice sessions at HSS Training Center, the 20 players — 15 on standard deals, three on two-ways and as of now two on Exhibit 10s — will fly to Charlotte for their first pre-season game vs. the Hornets on October 8, a week. Three more preseason games, starting with a home game vs. the 76ers at Barclays Center two days later on October 8, will follow, giving fans their first l
  
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• The key Austin Reaves attribute that will make or break Lakers’ 2026-27 season

  28-09-2026 00:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  There’s an under-talked about variable for the Lakers. It’s hard to measure. It won’t appear in box scores. It’s invisible yet omnipresent. It’s leadership — and not from who you may think. While the Lakers are unequivocally Luka Doncic’s team, someone else’s voice needs to boom in the locker room in order for them to be successful. Austin Reaves’ most important contribution next season won’t be his dagger 3s or
  
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• Wizards announce 2026 training camp roster

  28-09-2026 00:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  WASHINGTON, DC - DECEMBER 28: Kyshawn George #18 of the Washington Wizards celebrates with Alexandre Sarr #20 and Bilal Coulibaly #0 during the game against the New York Knicks at Capital One Arena on December 28, 2024 in Washington, DC. 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 G Fiume/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Washington Wizards an
  
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• Video emerges of Isaiah Stewart punching new Knick Drew Eubanks before 2024 arrest

  27-09-2026 23:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Footage has emerged of Isaiah Stewart, then of the Detroit Pistons, punching Drew Eubanks prior to a Feb. 14, 2024 game between Detroit and the Phoenix Suns.Stewart was arrested for assault at the arena in Phoenix hours before the game. He was issued a citation and released, while Eubanks played in the game, which was won by Phoenix.The video, obtained by Fox 10 in Phoenix, shows Stewart walking through a hall in the arena, while Eubanks waits for him.Video has surfaced of a 2024 altercation bet
  
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• The Suns officially add Duop Reath and Kennedy Chandler

  27-09-2026 23:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 10: Kennedy Chandler #0 of the Chicago Bulls dribbles the ball during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies during the 2026 NBA Las Vegas Summer League on July 10, 2026 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by Brian C
  
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• Sixers pre-camp questions: Will this be the year Embiid breaks through in playoffs?

  27-09-2026 23:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sixers pre-camp questions: Will this be the year Embiid breaks through in playoffs?  originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaThe Sixers’ new era is on deck.With LeBron James and Jaylen Brown on board and training camp set to begin Tuesday, we’ve taken a look at key questions for the 2026-27 Sixers. We’ve asked: Just how dramatic of an impact will James make?What role will Brown play on his new team?Will the Sixers be healthy when it matt
  
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• 5 questions facing the Lakers ahead of training camp

  27-09-2026 22:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - APRIL 02: Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on against the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Paycom Center on April 2, 2026 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. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images) | Getty Images It’s been discussed all offseason, but a transformative era for t
  
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• Wizards sign Reece Beekman, three others to Exhibit 10 deals

  27-09-2026 22:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 14: Reece Beekman #26 of the Washington Wizards handles the ball during the game against the Chicago Bulls on July 14, 2026 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by Tom O'Connor/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty
  
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• The lineups that will define the Spurs’ season

  27-09-2026 21:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX - JUNE 3 Dylan Harper #2, Victor Wembanyama #1, De'Aaron Fox #4, Stephon Castle #5 and Julian Champagnie #30 of the San Antonio Spurs looks on during the game against the New York Knicks during Game One of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 3, 2026 at 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. Mandator
  
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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 9/27/26

  27-09-2026 21:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 17: The sneakers worn by Myron Gardner #75 of the Miami Heat during the game against the Detroit Pistons during the 2025 NBA Summer League game on July 17, 2025 at the 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Candice Ward/NBAE via Getty Imag
  
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• Joel Embiid has both never mattered less and more to the Sixers’ success

  27-09-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 08: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers dribbles the ball during Game Three of the Second Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs against the New York Knicks at Xfinity Mobile Arena on May 08, 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 Images)
  
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• Knicks sign familiar names to round out training camp roster

  27-09-2026 20:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Knicks filled out their training camp roster with familiar and expected names. Tyler Nickel, a second-round pick this year, and Kevin McCullar Jr., a second-round pick in 2024, were both officially signed Sunday to two-way contracts, the team announced. The moves pushed the Knicks to 20 bodies for training camp this week, one short of the maximum. Tyler Nickel looks on during the game against the Brooklyn Nets during the NBA Summer League game on July 10, 2026. NBAE via Getty
  
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• Utah Jazz Training Camp: Storylines to Watch as Camp Opens This Week

  27-09-2026 20:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  WE ARE SO BACK! Almost, at least… The Utah Jazz will begin preparations for the highly anticipated 2026-27 season this week, starting Monday, September 28th, with media day. It feels like years ago that we sat in our living rooms together on Mother’s Day and watched as the Utah Jazz won the second overall pick in the NBA draft. Somehow it feels even longer ago that the Jazz used that second overall pick to select the highly touted guard from Kansas, Darryn Peterson. After watching S
  
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