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• Max Strus injury update: Clippers forward exits preseason game early

  05-10-2026 05:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Max Strus left the Los Angeles Clippers’ preseason game against the Golden State Warriors early at the Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, on Sunday, Oct. 4.Strus suffered a non-contact right foot injury after seeing limited action as he tried to cut across the top of the key to receive a pass from guard Darius Garland during the first quarter.He was seen limping back to the locker room. Strus saw just five minutes of action, missing his only shot attempt. He did collect a single rebo
  
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• Michigan State or Illinois? Big Ten basketball preseason poll reveals razor-thin favorite

  06-10-2026 13:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Big Ten finally ended its men's basketball national title drought thanks to Dusty May and the Michigan Wolverines. May left for the NBA, so the throne is vacant. Can in-state rival Michigan State take the crown?We polled writers within the USA TODAY Network who cover Big Ten schools for their preseason predictions, all-conference teams and preseason awards ahead of Big Ten media days, which run Oct. 8 in Rosemont, Illinois.It was a two-horse for the top spot between Michigan State and Illino
  
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• Is Anything Possible?—The Week in Green

  06-10-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  There is a moment between seasons in sports, a springtime that occurs even in fall, when the previous season has been set firmly in the past and the upcoming season hasn’t started.Some fanbases live for this moment. The perpetual also-rans have their moment in the sun at this time. The offseason’s changes have yet to pan out—or not—and the future is wide-open. If a chance at that brass ring is a bit too far-fetched, there’s always this hope that some things will be
  
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• Twitter Gold: A Duke Trivia Prodigy. Play Along And See How You Do.

  06-10-2026 11:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JANUARY 12: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics attempts a basket against Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans during the fourth quarter at the TD Garden on January 12, 2025 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 Brian Fluharty/Getty Images) | Getty Images We’re pretty m
  
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• Rockets 2026-2027 player previews: Reed Sheppard

  06-10-2026 11:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard poses for a photo during Rockets Media Day in Houston, Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026. (Photo by Brett Coomer/Houston Chronicle via Getty Images) Reed Sheppard was pretty good last year for the Houston Rockets, don’t get it twisted. Was he great on defense? Far from it. But the Rockets were better when Reed was on the floor, and the numbers back that up. Houston was 17-4 when Sheppard was in the starting lineup. That made them 35-26 when he wasn’t, which
  
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• Darius Acuff Jr. looked comfortable in his first NBA preseason game

  06-10-2026 08:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO, CA ― Darius Acuff Jr. wasn't too worried about his offense in his first ever preseason game. The Sacramento Kings rookie looked comfortable as if he's already entering his seventh NBA season.He scored 19 points in 27 minutes in his first NBA action, albeit in just a preseason game, despite his team coming short in a 127-103 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday, Oct. 6 at Golden 1 Center in downtown Sacramento."It felt good. I haven't played a game in a while, like a real ga
  
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• Lakers vs. Warriors Preview: Building off a strong start

  06-10-2026 07:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO, CA - OCTOBER 5: Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers warms up before the game against the Sacramento Kings during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 5, 2026 at Golden 1 Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Im
  
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• Kings dedicate media room to longtime radio voice Gary "G-Man" Gerould

  06-10-2026 07:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO, CA ― Sacramento Kings longtime radio broadcaster Gary "G-Man" Gerould was honored with one of the most respectable gestures from a basketball organization.The Kings announced that they renamed their media and press dining room to the "Gary 'G-Man' Gerould Media Center."Gerould is entering his 42nd season as the radio play-by-play announcer for the Kings, a position he's held since the Kings relocated to Sacramento in 1985. There's not any particular secret to Gerould's longevit
  
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• Timberwolves 116, Bucks 97: Basketball is Back, Baby!

  06-10-2026 06:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MILWAUKEE, WI - OCTOBER 5: LaMelo Ball #1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves moves the ball against the Milwaukee Bucks during a preseason game on October 5, 2026 at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. 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 Folks
  
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• Lakers dethrone Kings in preseason opener

  06-10-2026 06:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 05: Cameron Carr #43 of the Los Angeles Lakers goes in for a slam dunk against the Sacramento Kings in the first half of the preseason game at Golden 1 Center on October 05, 2026 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Lakers
  
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• Luka Doncic scores 21 as Lakers unveil new defense in preseason win over Kings

  06-10-2026 06:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lakers star Luka Doncic, right, shoots over Sacramento Kings guard Emanuel Sharp during the first half of the Lakers' preseason win Monday night. (Sara Nevis / Associated Press)The Lakers pressed, switched and swarmed from the opening whistle. After the Sacramento Kings were caught for a shot-clock violation on the first possession of Monday’s preseason game, Luka Doncic raised his fists toward the Lakers bench with a triumphant grin to symbolize the successful start.But Doncic’
  
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• The Utah Jazz open practice was great!

  06-10-2026 06:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Utah Jazz held their annual open practice for fans. It’s an awesome annual event that introduces fans to old and new players. This year, Jazz fans who went got in for free and had free J Dawgs! See you TONIGHT at Open Practice 🏀🏡 5 PM at @DeltaCenter🌭 Free admission + free J Dawgs #TakeNote | @SeatGeekpic.twitter.com/Try0uLBMuh— Utah Jazz (@utahjazz) October 5, 2026The Jazz did a great job opening up the Delta Center and welcoming fans.doors are open at @d
  
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• Sixers Bell Ringer: Jaylen Brown begins preseason scorching

  06-10-2026 05:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 5: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers dunks the ball during the game against the New York Knicks on October 5, 2026 at the Xfinity Mobile Arena 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 Getty Images) |
  
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• Rapid Recap: Timberwolves 116, Bucks 97

  06-10-2026 04:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MILWAUKEE, WI - OCTOBER 5: Ryan Rollins #13 of the Milwaukee Bucks moves the ball against the Minnesota Timberwolves during a preseason game on October 5, 2026 at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. 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 In
  
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• Game Recap: The Suns showed us plenty before giving it all back in 109-107 loss to Detroit

  06-10-2026 04:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DETROIT, MICHIGAN - OCTOBER 05: Dillon Brooks #3 of the Phoenix Suns tries to drive around Duncan Robinson #55 of the Detroit Pistons in the first half during a pre season game at Little Caesars Arena on October 05, 2026 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) | Getty Images On an early O
  
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• The Burden of Expectation: Kyle Filipowski

  06-10-2026 04:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With the NBA season right around the corner, and the Utah Jazz presumably being competitive for the first time in far too long, everyone is right to place the majority of the responsibility on the shoulders of our biggest names. We just drafted Darryn Peterson #2 overall in the NBA Draft, we just signed Keyonte George to a contract extension, and we just traded away a massive amount of draft capital (not to mention we’re paying him $50 million a year) to acquire Jaren Jackson Jr. These guy
  
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• Pistons vs. Suns final score: Detroit bench dominates second half to steal one from Suns

  06-10-2026 04:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DETROIT, MICHIGAN - OCTOBER 05: Ebuka Okorie #23 of the Detroit Pistons drives to the basket against Rasheer Fleming #20 of the Phoenix Suns in the second half during a pre season game at Little Caesars Arena on October 05, 2026 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welco
  
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• Hall of Famer Jason Kidd close to joining ESPN as NBA analyst, per reports

  06-10-2026 03:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jason Kidd is reportedly "in advanced talks" to join ESPN for the next chapter of his career.According to The Athletic and NBA reporter Marc Stein on Monday, Oct. 5, the Hall of Fame point guard is close to a deal to become an ESPN studio analyst and a member of "NBA Countdown." The show currently features Brian Windhorst and Kendrick Perkins with Malika Andrews hosting. Michael Malone left the program in April when he became the head coach of North Carolina's basketball team.When USA TODAY Spor
  
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• 76ers 120, Knicks 97: Scenes from a sleepy scrimmage

  06-10-2026 03:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 5: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks drives to the basket during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 5, 2026 at the Xfinity Mobile Arena 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 Nat
  
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• Clippers' Max Strus to miss start of season with partially torn plantar fascia

  06-10-2026 03:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Los Angeles Clippers cannot catch a break.The team announced that Max Strus suffered a partial tear of the plantar fascia in his right foot during Sunday's preseason game. He will be re-evaluated in four weeks, which means he will miss the start of the season.This is a rough start for Strus, who missed the majority of last season with a foot injury (a fracture of the fifth metacarpal in his left foot, which required surgery). He returned for a dozen games at the end of the season for the Cav
  
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• Knicks struggle shooting in first preseason game, fall to 76ers

  06-10-2026 03:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Knicks played their first game since winning Game 5 of the NBA Finals, as the starters shook off some rust and the bench fought to earn minutes in a 120-97 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.Here are some takeaways...-- Mike Brown went with the starting lineup that won the NBA Finals on Monday night: Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, Josh Hart, OG Anunoby, and Karl-Anthony Towns. The Sixers and Nick Nurse took a different approach as LeBron James, Tyrese Maxey, and Joel Embiid all sat out; leaving h
  
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• Hawks have strong second half, but lose 132-123 to Grizzlies in first preseason game

  06-10-2026 03:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ATLANTA, GA - OCTOBER 5: Dyson Daniels #5 of the Atlanta Hawks dribbles the ball during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies on October 5, 2026 at State Farm Arena 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Adam Hagy/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The Atla
  
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• Walker Kessler, Austin Reaves out vs. Kings in preseason opener

  06-10-2026 03:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  EL SEGUNDO, CA - SEPTEMBER 28: Walker Kessler #14 of the Los Angeles Lakers talks to the media during NBA Media Day on September 28, 2026 at UCLA Health Training Center in El Segundo, 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) | NBAE via Getty Im
  
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• Brown, Edgecombe dominant, but Hukporti injury looms over Sixers’ preseason win vs. Knicks

  06-10-2026 03:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 5: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives to the basket during the game against the New York Knicks during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 5, 2026 at the Xfinity Mobile Arena 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 Natha
  
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• Austin Reaves, Walker Kessler sitting out of Lakers’ preseason opener at Kings

  06-10-2026 03:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO — The Lakers will be without two of their top three players in their preseason opener.Star guard Austin Reaves and marquee free agency addition Walker Kessler won’t be available Monday night against the Kings at Golden 1 Center. Lakers guard Austin Reaves tweaked his ankle but is “fine”. William Liang for CA PostReaves tweaked his ankle, while Kessler jammed one of his fingers on the backboard.Coach JJ Redick said both Reaves and Kessler were “fine&r
  
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• As a Mavericks fan, it’s usually the hope that kills you

  06-10-2026 03:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “It’s the hope that kills you.”It’s a line from the TV show Ted Lasso, of course. And whether you’re a Dallas Mavericks fan, or an FC Richmond fan, you understand.The Dallas Mavericks were in the Finals just 838 days ago. That season was full of the kind of playoff moments you tell your grandchildren about.Will you tell your grandchildren about the time Luka Dončić absolutely cooked Rudy Gobert on an isolation 3 to win a playoff game? I will.Then the
  
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• Dillon Brooks, John Collins involved in dustup in Suns-Pistons preseason game

  06-10-2026 02:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DETROIT – Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks didn’t waste any time living up to his villain persona.He drew a technical foul with 7:23 left in the first quarter of Phoenix’s preseason opener on Monday, Oct. 5, against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena.Brooks led the NBA in technical fouls last season with 17.In Monday’s game, Brooks was guarding Pistons forward John Collins in the paint with his usual physicality. He extended his forearm and made physical contac
  
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• Clippers injury woes pile up with latest Max Strus update

  06-10-2026 02:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Los Angeles Clippers’ preseason injury toll took another blow on Sunday, after veteran forward Max Strus exited Sunday’s preseason 104-101 victory in Hawaii against the Golden State Warriors with a non-contact injury.On Monday, ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania reported that Strus suffered a partial plantar fasciitis tear in his right foot and will be reevaluated again in four weeks.LA Clippers guard Max Strus suffered a partial tear of the plantar fascia in his right foot during S
  
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• Adou Thiero sees ‘great opportunity’ for himself during Lakers’ preseason

  06-10-2026 02:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO — Adou Thiero is going to have an opportunity with the Lakers he didn’t have this time last year. And he’s cherishing it.Lakers forward Adou Thiero spoke with reporters ahead of the team’s preseason opener against the Kings. Khobi PriceThe Lakers uber-athletic forward is healthy and available for the team’s preseason slate, starting with Monday’s opener against the Kings at Golden 1 Center. It’s a much different place Thiero found hi
  
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• Steph Curry reminds us that preseason results don’t matter

  06-10-2026 02:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  HONOLULU, HI - OCTOBER 4: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors shoots the ball during the game against the LA Clippers during the 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 4, 2026 at Bankoh Arena at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, Hawaii. 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 Jay Metzg
  
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