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• LeBron James to reportedly make 76ers preseason debut with rest of starting five Thursday vs. Nets

  08-10-2026 21:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The biggest signing of the NBA offseason is ready for his debut. LeBron James will reportedly make his first preseason appearance with the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday, according to ESPN.James, 41, is expected to play against the Brooklyn Nets and will be joined by the rest of the 76ers’ projected starting lineup..@mcten reports that LeBron James will make his preseason debut for the 76ers against the Nets 🏀 pic.twitter.com/LokeIhh8hL— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) October 8, 2026
  
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• With Brandin Podziemski's extension, Warriors maintain flexibility for one last title pursuit with Steph Curry

  10-10-2026 19:44 via cbssports.com
  
  Podziemski's new $110 million deal only eats into $2 million of the cap space the Warriors created for next summer
  
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• Warriors sign Brandin Podziemski to extension worth reported $110M

  10-10-2026 19:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brandin Podziemski will be in The Bay for a while longer.The Golden State Warriors have agreed to a five-year contract extension with their starting shooting guard in a deal reportedly worth $110 million.ESPN's Shams Charania reported the news on X on Saturday, Oct. 10, citing Podziemski's agent, Bill Duffy of WME Basketball. The rookie-scale extension is fully guaranteed with a mutual option in the fifth year and a trade kicker.The Warriors confirmed to USA TODAY Sports that the team agreed to
  
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• Warriors, Brandin Podziemski reportedly agree to five-year, $110 million contract extension

  10-10-2026 17:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  From the Warriors' perspective this feels like smart business, they hang on to someone they see as part of their future without impacting cap space.Golden State fan favorite Brandin Podziemski is staying in Golden State after the sides agreed to a five-year, $110 million rookie contract extension, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports. There is a mutual option for both the player and the team in the fifth year.That's solid starter money for the 6'4" guard who played in all 82 games for the Warrior
  
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• The good, the bad and the murky of the Lakers preseason so far

  10-10-2026 17:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 8: Sandro Mamukelashvili #54 of the Los Angeles Lakers, Dylan Cardwell #32 of the Sacramento Kings and Matisse Thybulle #26 of the Los Angeles Lakers look on during the game on October 8, 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
  
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• Warriors' Brandin Podziemski reportedly agrees to 5-year, $110 million rookie-scale extension

  10-10-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brandin Podziemski has secured a fully guaranteed rookie-scale extension from the Golden State Warriors, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, who reported Saturday that the 23-year-old guard has agreed to a five-year, $110 million deal with the organization.The contract includes a mutual option in the fifth year (2031-32) and a trade kicker, per Charania. It also assures the 2023 No. 19 overall pick that he’s part of the Warriors’ long-term plans. Podziemski, whom Golden State d
  
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• Sixers head to Boston for penultimate preseason game

  10-10-2026 16:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MAY 02: Vj Edgecombe #77 of the Philadelphia 76ers a three point basket during the third quarter of a game against the Boston Celtics in Game Seven of the First Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs at TD Garden on May 02, 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 Maddie Meyer/Ge
  
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• Game Preview: Raptors vs. Clippers still fascinating without Kawhi

  10-10-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  QUEBEC CITY, CANADA - OCTOBER 03: Immanuel Quickley #5 of the Toronto Raptors dribbles the ball past Davion Mitchell #2 of the Miami Heat during the first half in a preseason NBA game at the Videotron Centre on October 3, 2026 in Quebec City, Quebec, 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 Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images) | Getty
  
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• Paolo Banchero Is Impressed With Cameron Boozer

  10-10-2026 14:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - OCTOBER 07: Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic goes to the basket against Cameron Boozer #27 of the Memphis Grizzlies during the first half at FedExForum on October 07, 2026 in Memphis, Tennessee. 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 Justin Ford/Getty Images) | Getty Images On Wednesday, the Memphis Grizzlies,
  
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• Film breakdown: How Jaylen Brown can become invaluable to Sixers offense

  10-10-2026 14:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Film breakdown: How Jaylen Brown can become invaluable to Sixers offense originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaJaylen Brown is off to a hot start as a Sixer. He’s led the team in scoring in its first two preseason games, notching 40 points across his 41 minutes on the court. The former Celtic has shot 59.1 percent from the floor, 50 percent from three-point range and 83.3 percent at the foul line. Brown has showcased the value he could bring to the Sixers and to Tyrese Ma
  
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• Inside the Suns: Preseason observations, surprises, who’s NOT on first (or second units)

  10-10-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHICAGO, IL - OCTOBER 7: Jalen Green #4 of the Phoenix Suns passes the ball during the game against the Chicago Bulls on October 7, 2026 at United Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Welcome to Inside
  
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• Rockets 2026-2027 player previews: Kevin Durant

  10-10-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  HOUSTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 22: Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets poses for a photo during the Houston Rockets Media Day at Hilton Americas-Houston on September 22, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images) | Getty Images First off, happy belated birthday to the Easy Money Sniper, who turned 38 on September 29th. That’s certainly a ripe old age in the NBA. Durant was drafted in the 2007 draft, which feels like a different world entirely. There are a couple other
  
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• Three winners and three losers from Knicks’ first two preseason games

  10-10-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 08: James Wiseman #35 of the New York Knicks looks to pass as Felix Okpara #34 of the Washington Wizards defends during the second half at Madison Square Garden on October 08, 2026 in New York City. The Wizards won 111-109. 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 Sarah Stier/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Kn
  
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• Open Thread: Takeaways from the first use of DAZN

  10-10-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX -OCTOBER 8: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs celebrates a basket against Atlanta Hawks in the first half of the preseason game at Frost Bank Center on October 8, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images) | Getty Images This article is for those of you who hesit
  
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• I have completely relapsed on the Celtics

  10-10-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - SEPTEMBER 28: Boston Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens answers questions during a press conference during Boston Celtics Media Day at Auerbach Center on September 28, 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 Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) | Getty Images Thursday&rsquo
  
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• Brandin Podziemski, Warriors reportedly agree to five-year, $110M contract

  10-10-2026 10:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brandin Podziemski, Warriors reportedly agree to five-year, $110M contract originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaWarriors guard Brandin Podziemski got the contract he was seeking.Podziemski and the Warriors have agreed to a five-year, $110 million rookie-scale contract extension, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Saturday, citing sources.Just in: Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski has agreed to a five-year, $110 million fully guaranteed rookie-scale contract extension, agent B
  
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• Knicks’ announcement means bad news for everybody, including New York

  10-10-2026 04:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  While the Knicks and their fans have spent much of the summer celebrating their first championship in 53 years, the upcoming contract situations of a few players have loomed over their heads. And if said players wanted to secure their futures before the start of the season, they were in for a good dose of bad news on Friday.Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart, Miles McBride, and Tyler Kolek all are extension eligible. Hart was asked about his future at the start of training camp and left the door open
  
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• Preseason Preview #3: Wolves at Heat

  10-10-2026 02:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  AMES, IA - OCTOBER 7: LaMelo Ball #1 and Jonathan Kuminga #24 of the Minnesota Timberwolves high five during the game against the Indiana Pacers on October 7, 2026 at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa. 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 Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty
  
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• NBA pushes back on idea second apron hurts NBA's middle class, but bigger issue lingers

  10-10-2026 01:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bruce Brown is a solid eight-year NBA veteran who played 82 games for Denver last season but was squeezed this offseason and signed an Exhibit 9, non-guaranteed training camp contract with the Knicks (hoping to make their roster). He vented to New York reporters about the NBA's salary constraints and their impact (quote via Ian Begley of SNY.tv)."The new CBA is good for certain players, right? Max guys, top free agents and maybe rookie extension guys. But other than that, like the middle guys, i
  
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• Steph Curry drops truth bomb on Warriors’ front office failure

  10-10-2026 01:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It’s no secret there is disappointment surrounding the Warriors ahead of the upcoming season. While Golden State retained Steph Curry for another two years on a $116 million contract extension, questions surround the rest of the roster. Curry will once again carry the offensive load as Jimmy Butler recovers from a torn ACL to start the season.Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry is seen during an NBA basketball game against the Brooklyn Nets. APFor the second year in a row, it was a q
  
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• Preview: Wizards host Pistons Saturday night

  10-10-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 08: Anthony Davis #23 of the Washington Wizards reacts during the first half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on October 08, 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 Sarah Stier/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Washington Wizards play the Detroit Pistons tomorrow night
  
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• 2026-27 Fantasy Basketball: Dan Titus' observations on all 30 teams ahead of your drafts

  09-10-2026 23:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlanta Hawks I'm on the fence about Jalen Johnson as a first-round pick. The counting stats look great (22.5/10.3/7.9 last year), but I think I've been underestimating CJ McCollum's impact for 9-cat specifically. In 36 games without CJ, Johnson was 9th in per-game value; 36 games with him, 34th. Not bad, but that's a two-round drop-off. Suffice it to say, the second round is probably more appropriate.Boston Celtics The battle that matters here is Neemias Queta versus Mitchell
  
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• Russell Westbrook wants to be a torchbearer for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics

  09-10-2026 23:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Recently retired NBA star Russell Westbrook wants to be a torchbearer for the 2028 Summer Olympics in his native Los Angeles.Westbrook, 37, surprisingly announced his retirement after 18 NBA seasons during the summer. He was honored by the Los Angeles City Council on Friday for his acclaimed career in addition to the community work he and his Why Not? Foundation have done for the city. As he accepted a certificate presented by Los Angeles city councilwoman Heather Hutt for the investments his fo
  
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• All the dumb moments that make this title so much sweeter: Part III (2001-10)

  09-10-2026 23:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  New York Knicks Team President Isiah Thomas speak to members of the media Thursday July 28, 2005 in Madison Square Garden. (Photo by Daniel J. Barry/Getty Images) | Getty Images We’re getting closer and closer to basketball, ladies and gentlemen. Can you smell it?Preseason kicked off in South Philly on Monday, and the Knicks played a basketball game in the World’s Most Famous Arena for the first time since OG Anunoby’s Game 4 heroics last night. Before you know it, in 11 days t
  
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• Lakers budding star’s ‘summer of reflection’ sparking early promise

  09-10-2026 23:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jake LaRavia knew he’d have to make changes. Adapt. Tweak his approach entering his second year with the Lakers after a 2025-26 season that started with personal highs came with a disappointing ending. Jake LaRavia is bouncing back from a disappointing end to the 2025-26 season. NBAE via Getty ImagesLaRavia, 24, had the biggest role on the best team he played for last season with the Lakers.He played in a career-high 82 regular season games – one of the league’s
  
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• Lakers’ biggest X-factor outside of their Big 3 might surprise you

  09-10-2026 22:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It’s actually a perplexing question. Who is the Lakers’ biggest X-factor outside of their Big 3? There are nine new players. We know Luka Dončić is an offensive wizard who’s a top-four NBA player. We know Austin Reaves is a borderline All-Star. We know Walker Kessler is an elite rebounder and rim protector who’s ready to run through a wall for the Lakers. Luka Doncic (77) of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after scoring during the first ha
  
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• Tyrese Haliburton hopes to squash Damian Lillard beef over signature celebration

  09-10-2026 22:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  At least one party in one of the long-standing beefs in the NBA is looking to make amends.Indiana Pacers star guard Tyrese Haliburton opened up about his strained relationship with Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard, dating back to intense battles during Lillard’s days with the Milwaukee Bucks.Speaking in an episode of “The Zach Lowe Show” that published Thursday, Oct. 8, Haliburton addressed the origin of the rift, which came during the 2025 in-season tournament, whic
  
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• Kings owner’s ‘prolonged roast’ of team backfires before season

  09-10-2026 22:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Sacramento Kings have been making headlines before the NBA season, albeit not for things they would like. This continued with a story NBA insider Zach Lowe shared during an episode of his podcast that was released on Thursday night. “I have a good Kings story for you… I heard this about a week ago; I’ve called up people who can verify it. It has been verified. They went out to [a] fancy training dinner, team, the whole team, the staff, everything. And at the dinner, Vivek
  
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• Bronny James’ ‘Just Can’t Wait to Be King’ rendition hits different after LeBron’s Lakers exit

  09-10-2026 22:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bronny James is now out of father LeBron’s shadow on the Lakers.Perhaps not having his dad in the Lakers’ locker room will free Bronny up to showcase more of his personality. It definitely freed him up to showcase his singing voice, which was shown during a Sports Illustrated video clip of the Lakers’ team trip to Slovenia.Bronny James of the Los Angeles Lakers stands on the court during the second half of a preseason game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center in Sa
  
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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 10/9/26

  09-10-2026 21:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - APRIL 28: The sneakers worn by Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers during Round One Game Five of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 28, 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/NBAE
  
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