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• Open Thread: De’Aaron Fox has a new shoe dropping this week

  22-07-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MAY 30: De'aaron Fox #4 of the San Antonio Spurs during Game Seven of the NBA Western Conference Finals at Paycom Center on May 30, 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 Christian Petersen/Getty Images) | Getty Images San Antonio Spurs guard De’Aaron Fox has a new shoe dro
  
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• Rockets reportedly hiring shooting specialist Chip Engelland in move that could help Houston's young core

  23-07-2026 19:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Houston Rockets are hiring longtime NBA assistant Chip Engelland, one of the league's most respected and decorated shooting specialists, to join Ime Udoka's coaching staff, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.Engelland, 65, played at Duke in the late 1970s and early 1980s before plying his trade overseas in the Philippines and in the now-defunct Continental Basketball Association for several years. A knockdown shooter at the collegiate and pro levels, he entered the NBA's coaching ranks in 19
  
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• Former Louisville star Montrezl Harrell shines in Big3 after his double duty with team of ex-Cardinals in TBT

  23-07-2026 18:58 via cbssports.com
  
  Harrell led The Ville against a team of ex-UK players in The Basketball Tournament before setting the Big3 single-game scoring record
  
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• Defensive wing Jordan Walsh reportedly extends with Boston on three-year, $16 million deal

  23-07-2026 18:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jordan Walsh already was going to be back in Boston next season, the team had picked up his $2.4 million option, but now he is going to be a fixture on the wing there for years.Walsh and the Celtics agreed to a three-year, $16 million extension, something first reported by NBA insider Chris Haynes and since confirmed by other reports. The first two years of this deal are fully guaranteed, with the third being a team option. This locks Walsh in with Boston for at least three more years at a very
  
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• NBA Rookie Rankings: Who's at the head of the class after Summer League?

  23-07-2026 17:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With Summer League officially in the rearview mirror, it's a good time to build a list of what we just witnessed. The context of Summer League can lead to varied results. Bucket-getting tends to stand out, but it's also a chance to see the little things. Was there consistency throughout? Was there improvement? The fun of this exercise is the timing. In July, there is a chance for players to be highlighted in ways they may not be come the regular season. There are also highs and lows they have to
  
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• Why Knicks are poised to be regular season juggernaut in 2026-27

  23-07-2026 16:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  While the high may still be coming down for Knicks fans experiencing their first championship in 53 years, the rest of the league is back to usual business, re-shuffling their rosters in pursuit of New York’s throne. Opposing fans are already touting their new acquisitions and downplaying the Knicks' run as flukey, but they may be in for a rude awakening.With how dominantly and cohesively New York ran through the playoffs, the league should be more fearful they’ll come in even b
  
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• Who needs LeBron James the most? Ranking which suitors are in the most trouble if he picks someone else

  23-07-2026 16:03 via cbssports.com
  
  The Wolves, Sixers, Heat, Cavs and Warriors remain in play as LeBron takes his time choosing his next team
  
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• Will Wade details blueprint for LSU’s rebuilt roster

  23-07-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mar 29, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; LSU Tigers mens basketball head coach Will Wade looks on against the Houston Rockets during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images | Stephen Lew-Imagn Images LSU Tigers men’s basketball head coach Will Wade has a clear vision for what he wants the program to look like as they continue rebuilding the roster.Speaking about the roster overhaul with Brendon Fairbairn of Louisiana First News, Wade said the em
  
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• The Mavericks have quietly ushered in a youth movement

  23-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 15: Tobi Lawal, Morez Johnson Jr. and Sergio De Larrea of the Dallas Mavericks poses for a portrait during the 2026 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot on July 15, 2026 at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus 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 B
  
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• How will Lu Dort help the Hawks?

  23-07-2026 15:00 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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• Countdown: Top 5 Spurs moments vs. LeBron James

  23-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX - JUNE 15: LeBron James #6 of the Miami Heat and Tim Duncan #21 of the San Antonio Spurs embrace after the San Antonio Spurs victory in Game Five and winning the 2014 NBA Finals between the Miami Heat and San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center on June 15, 2014 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 Co
  
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• Red Sox's record-tying win streak ends; LeBron James set for another historically long free agency

  23-07-2026 14:46 via cbssports.com
  
  Plus, we rank every first-round NFL Draft pick since 2020
  
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• Brad Stevens locking up Celtics' fleet of young wings

  23-07-2026 14:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brad Stevens locking up Celtics' fleet of young wings originally appeared on NBC Sports BostonBoston Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens continues to lock up his team’s fleet of young wings.The Celtics reportedly agreed to a three-year, $15 million extension with 22-year-old Jordan Walsh. Boston previously picked up Walsh’s $2.4 million option for the 2026-27 season, and now has Walsh on the books through the 2029-30 season. HoopsHype reported the deal includes a
  
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• LeBron decision updates LIVE: Latest rumors, news on next team

  23-07-2026 14:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It's Day 24 and still no sign or peep from LeBron James about where his next NBA destination will be for his 24th season.If it feels like this process has been drawn out, it's because it kind of has. And that could be intentional.It's been thrown out into the realm of possibilities that James and company are purposefully stalling the decision to stick it to NBA commissioner Adam Silver after he pleaded for James to rush into his choice so the season schedule can be finalized and released.Clevela
  
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• LeBron decision drags on: Latest rumors, news on next team

  23-07-2026 14:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It's Day 24 and still no sign or peep from LeBron James about where his next NBA destination will be for his 24th season.If it feels like this process has been drawn out, it's because it kind of has. And that could be intentional.It's been thrown out into the realm of possibilities that James and company are purposefully stalling the decision to stick it to NBA commissioner Adam Silver after he pleaded for James to rush into his choice so the season schedule can be finalized and released.Clevela
  
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• Major outlet gives Bucks disappointing offseason grade

  23-07-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MILWAUKEE, WI - JUNE 25: The Milwaukee Bucks head coach Taylor Jenkins and General Manager Jon Horst pose for a photo with the 2026 draft picks Brayden Burries and Nate Ament during the Bucks Draft Press Conference on June 25, 2026 at the Pieper-Hillside Boys & Girls Club 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. Mandator
  
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• LeBron James rumors on superstar trade demands, who’s calling him, favorites, and more

  23-07-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MAY 05: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the second quarter of a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game One of the Second Round of the NBA Western Conference Playoffs at Paycom Center on May 05, 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 Joshua Gatel
  
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• 3 Suns’ storylines already worth circling before training camp

  23-07-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Phoenix Suns have positioned themselves well heading into this upcoming season. With an underdog mentality last year, they proved the doubters wrong and exceeded every preseason expectation. This led them to the playoffs, and even if it was a sweep at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder, it was a refreshing year compared to some previous ones.By making this leap, though, it gave the fans something to root for and be excited for heading into this offseason. That is when we saw most of our
  
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• Rockets must fix offensive environment

  23-07-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Men lie, women lie, and numbers lie too.Well, people use numbers to lie. Guns don’t kill people. People kill people with guns, and it’s harder to kill people without guns, so guns are still part of the problem.Some NBA fans have an almost instinctively negative reaction to numbers. They’re quite sure that statistics are a pox upon basketball analysis. “Watch the games”, goes the refrain.As if we’ll reach the same conclusions.There’s been a statistical an
  
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• The Mavericks are restoring something, and it’s worth watching them work

  23-07-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Apr 18, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher (10) warms up before the 2026 NBA Playoffs game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images | Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images Somewhere on YouTube right now, a craftsman is prying a water-stained dresser out of a pile somebody left by the curb. Half a million people or more will watch him do it. They’ll watch him strip the ruined finish, find the grain
  
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• Open Thread: Spurs have thirteen players in Bleacher Report’s top 99 defenders

  23-07-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO - JUNE 5: (L-R) David Robinson #50 and Tim Duncan #21 of the San Antonio Spurs rest on the scorer's table in practice during media day availability for the 2003 NBA Finals at the SBC Center on June 5, 2003 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 2003 NBAE. (Photo by Andrew D.
  
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• Ex-Arizona guard Anthony Dell’Orso signs deal with Australian pro club

  23-07-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  TUCSON, ARIZONA - MARCH 02: Anthony Dell'orso #3 of the Arizona Wildcats reacts during the second half of the NCAAB game against the Iowa State Cyclones at McKale Center at ALKEME Arena on March 02, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 73-57. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) | Getty Images Anthony Dell’Orso came to the United States from Australia four years ago in hopes of improving his pro prospects. After a successful college career, one that culminated
  
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• YouTube Gold: Kareem’s Choice For GOAT May Surprise You

  23-07-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK - UNDATED: Milwaukee Bucks' Oscar Robertson #1 dribbles against New York Knicks' Dick Barnett #12 during a game at Madison Square Garden in New York, New York. (Photo by Focus on Sport via Getty Images) | Focus on Sport via Getty Images Generally speaking, most people consider either Michael Jordan or LeBron James to be the GOAT of professional basketball. Jordan was an incredible presence from 1984 to 2003, minus his first two retirements. As for James, he started playing in the NBA in
  
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• LeBron James possibly signing with Warriors draws eye-popping Bronny reaction

  23-07-2026 11:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LeBron James possibly signing with Warriors draws eye-popping Bronny reaction originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaLeBron James has kept his cards so close to the vest, that not even his own son seems to know where he will go. The elder James remains a free agent as a handful of prominent NBA teams continue to vie for his services this summer, and it’s unclear when a decision might come. His oldest son, Bronny, recently was approached on the street by Instagram creator biggy22x, who f
  
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• Why pairing LeBron James, Jimmy Butler together would be tricky for Warriors

  23-07-2026 09:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Why pairing LeBron James, Jimmy Butler together would be tricky for Warriors originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaEverything Jimmy Butler III has said or done since coming to the Warriors signifies contentment with the franchise. He arrived 17 months ago with a smile that remains in place as he rehabs from surgery to repair a torn right ACL. He’s sincere, or a superb actor.Statements made by Golden State general manager Mike Dunleavy in recent months indicate Butler – his former
  
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• NBA Trade Rumors: Are the Jazz part of the LeBron James decision?

  23-07-2026 06:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SALT LAKE CITY, UT - DECEMBER 18: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers smiles during the game against the Utah Jazz on December 18, 2025 at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images We&rsqu
  
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• Lakers legend’s brutal reality check for LeBron as he keeps NBA waiting

  23-07-2026 03:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Shaquille O’Neal is weighing in on LeBron James’ NBA destiny.The retired athlete — who played eight seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers from 1996 to 2004 — addressed James’ decision to leave the California-based team ahead of his unprecedented 24th NBA season.“Go where you can win, LeBron. When it’s over for us, it’s over,” O’Neal, 54, exclusively told the California Post in a new interview. Shaquille O’Ne
  
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• LeBron James delaying free agency decision for one key reason

  23-07-2026 03:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The LeBron James free agency saga has yet to reach its denouement, and the latest report reveals the reason for the delay.James is reportedly “slow-playing” his decision to see if a suitor can trade for Anthony Davis or Kyrie Irving, according to Yahoo Sports writer Kevin O’Connor.LeBron James and Anthony Davis won an NBA title together in 2020.Getty ImagesDavis and Irving are both former teammates of the 41-year-old, who won two of his four NBA championships with said All-Star
  
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• Longtime Trail Blazers broadcaster Kevin Calabro parts ways with team due to 'subprime' offer

  23-07-2026 02:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Portland Trail Blazers made headlines in May after the organization laid off about 70 people as part of a restructuring under new team owner Tom Dundon. The negative press kept coming Wednesday, when The Oregonian's Joe Freeman reported that longtime broadcaster Kevin Calabro was parting ways with the organization.Calabro wasn't the only one. He left under his own terms, but Forbes' Maury Brown also reported that "TV analyst Michael Holton and statistician Tom Haberstroh, as well as TV hosts
  
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• Caitlin Clark featured on NBA 2K27 video game cover with ‘weird’ twist

  23-07-2026 02:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) dribbles the ball while New York Liberty guard Pauline Astier (18) defends in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.Fever star Caitlin Clark is going to be featured on the cover of NBA 2K27’s deluxe edition, but fans noticed a weird element to the otherwise cool and historic moment.Clark’s appearance on the cover marks the first time a WNBA player has been featured on her own global cover of the NBA edition of the game. However, several fans t
  
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