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• Preseason Game Thread: Knicks vs. Raptors, October 15, 2026

  16-10-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  TORONTO, CANADA - OCTOBER 13: James Wiseman #35 of the New York Knicks goes up for the rebound during the game against the Toronto Raptors during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 13, 2026 at the Scotiabank Arena 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Vaughn
  
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• Knicks squeeze out 122-120 win over Raptors in preseason finale

  16-10-2026 04:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Knicks looked like their championship selves Thursday night, beating the Toronto Raptors, 122-120, in their final preseason contest. New York finished the preseason 1-4.Here are the takeaways...-- New York mounted its strongest performance of the preseason, avenging (can you seek revenge for a preseason game?) its 50-point loss to the Raptors on Tuesday. Despite falling behind early, New York quickly took the lead with confident threes, quick drives to the basket, and clean rebounds.Overall,
  
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• Amar'e Stoudemire, Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer, graduates from Miami police academy

  16-10-2026 03:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Amar'e Stoudemire is among the most accomplished basketball players of his generation: He won NBA Rookie of the Year in 2003, then went on to become a six-time All-Star in a 14-season career that earned him a spot in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame this summer.Many might remember Stoudemire as a Phoenix Sun. Others may think of him as a New York Knick.But, as of Wednesday, Stoudemire’s something completely different: a police officer.The former frontcourt standout, and Brooklyn Nets a
  
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• The Suns are starting to finalize their roster

  16-10-2026 02:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX - OCTOBER 14: Jamaree Bouyea #17 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs on October 14, 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
  
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• Collin Sexton ‘trending in right direction’ for debut

  16-10-2026 01:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 07: Collin Sexton #2 of the Chicago Bulls looks on during the first half against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on April 7, 2026 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 Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Images EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — On the eve of their final preseason game again
  
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• Ziaire Williams looks to continue providing energy boost to Lakers

  16-10-2026 00:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lakers forward Ziaire Williams, tris to stop Kings guard Emanuel Sharp from scoring during a preseason game last week. (Sara Nevis / Associated Press)He made one of the biggest splashes in the Lakers’ first preseason game. Ziaire Williams set the tone of the Lakers’ new defensive style, pressuring the ball full court and injecting energy into his teammates. The Sierra Canyon High alumnus sank three three-pointers in a stellar debut for his hometown team.Then the swelling came in
  
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• Rockets battle Thunder In Final Preseason Game

  16-10-2026 00:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MACAU, CHINA - OCTOBER 11: Bruce Thornton #2 of Houston Rockets drives the ball during NBA China Games 2026 between Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets at The Venetian Arena on the Cotai Strip on October 11, 2026 in Macau, China. 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 Zhizhao Wu/Getty Images) | Getty Images Houston Rockets vs. ONT Thund
  
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• Luka Doncic joined by potential starter back at practice, squashes injury concern

  15-10-2026 23:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Lakers provided a positive update on one of their potential starters on Thursday.Ziaire Williams was a full participant in the team’s practice ahead of Friday’s preseason finale against the Nuggets at Crypto.com Arena. Lakers forward Ziaire Williams fully participated in practice. Khobi PriceThe 6-foot-10 forward missed the team’s previous three preseason games after dealing with “a little bit of swelling” in his left foot.“No idea actually,” Wi
  
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• John Calipari reveals nervous Taylor Swift moment at NBA Finals: ‘Too scared’

  15-10-2026 23:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  swift-calipariArkansas men’s college basketball coach John Calipari was too intimidated to approach pop megastar Taylor Swift at Madison Square Garden for the Knicks-Spurs Game 4 of the NBA Finals earlier this year.During an interview on the “Eye on College Basketball” podcast on Thursday, Calipari explained that he was embarrassed to go up to Swift and acted like he was on his phone.“I’m in the back corner just kind of watching, and Taylor Swift was there,” C
  
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• 2026-27 Fantasy Basketball: Here are Dan Titus' favorite picks in each round of a 12-team league

  15-10-2026 23:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  I've been through a lot of drafts this preseason (more than I'd like to admit), and certain names keep landing on my rosters no matter where I'm picking. These are my favorite targets in each round, based on Yahoo ADP as of Oct. 15 in 12-team leagues.Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Basketball league for the 2026-27 NBA seasonRound 1: Tyrese Maxey, PG, 76ers (ADP 9.4)Maxey is being slept on because of the crowd in Philly. With LeBron James and Jaylen Brown now sharing the floor with Joel Embiid, m
  
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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 10/15/26

  15-10-2026 23:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - APRIL 28: The sneakers worn by VJ Edgecombe #77 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the game against the Boston Celtics 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 Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Her
  
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• NBA Vegas preseason power rankings: Thunder ranked No. 1, ahead of Victor Wembanyama's Spurs

  15-10-2026 23:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Prior to the NFL season, I published an article on the preseason NFL power ranking for all 32 teams on Yahoo Sports. In that article, I explained how to use a ratings system to help price spreads, how to use it to action bets and what potential pitfalls in the process exist. I highly recommend reading that article to also lay the foundation for my NBA power ratings below.Instead of retooling the same concepts into NBA terms, I am going to provide my ratings and then note which teams I see as pot
  
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• Wizards at Pelicans Preview: Washington wraps up preseason in New Orleans

  15-10-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - OCTOBER 30: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder handles the ball in front of Bub Carrington #7 of the Washington Wizards during the first half at Paycom Center on October 30, 2025 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 Gateley/Getty Images) | Getty Images Ga
  
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• Simons and Bona to sit out Sixers' preseason finale vs. Celtics

  15-10-2026 22:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Simons and Bona to sit out Sixers' preseason finale vs. Celtics originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaThe Sixers’ final dress rehearsal is on deck.The team will host the Celtics on Friday night in its preseason finale. After that, the regular-season opener next Tuesday against the Knicks is on the calendar.As far as their stars, the Sixers have had a healthy preseason so far. Two key bench players will sit Friday, though. The Sixers ruled Anfernee Simons and Adem Bona out vs.
  
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• NBA's most overrated players: James Harden and Paul George make list -- and so do some young All-Stars

  15-10-2026 22:00 via cbssports.com
  
  Who are the most overrated players in the NBA as a new season begins? Here's what our staff thinks
  
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• Tarris Reed gives the Spurs the backup plan they lacked last season

  15-10-2026 21:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - OCTOBER 12 : Tarris Reed Jr., #10 of the San Antonio Spurs shoots over Jonas Aidoo #13 of the Utah Jazz during the second half of their preseason game at the Delta Center on October 12, 2026 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. (Photo by Chris Gardner/ Getty Images) | Getty Images Following the 202
  
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• Austin Reaves’ gushing Victor Wembanyama praise rubs Lakers fans wrong

  15-10-2026 21:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lakers guard Austin Reaves chose an interesting player to show love to before the NBA season.On Wednesday, the NBA’s official X account posted a video in which select players were asked who they believed deserves their flowers.Most players named guys who are typically underappreciated or underrated by sports media or the broader fan base, like Jrue Holiday or DeMar DeRozan.When it came time for Reaves to give his answer, he said, “I think Wemby. Everything that, you know, he’s
  
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• Looking back at the Sixers and their backup center problems

  15-10-2026 21:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stop me if you’ve heard this before — the Sixers may have problems this season in the front court when Joel Embiid doesn’t play.In this case, it wasn’t for a lack of trying. One of Mike Gansey’s ancillary moves this summer was to bring in Ariel Hukporti on a one-year contract. At 24 years old, he was a much younger option behind Embiid than Andre Drummond, who ironically signed with Hukporti’s former team, the New York Knicks. Gansey was betting on Hukporti as
  
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• Fantasy Basketball Draft Lessons: Top takeaways from the NBA High Score Creator League

  15-10-2026 21:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NBA season tips off next week, and I just wrapped a 14-team draft for the NBA High Score Creator League, with 13 of the Association's top creators. Shoutout to Ben of NBA Recap Pod for taking the crown last year, but it's a new season, with new entrants and more competition. If you're new to High Score, I have a 101 for you, but here's the quick version: you draft 10 players and start six of them (G, G, FC, FC, FC, Util), and only each starter's best game of the week counts toward your score
  
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• MMBets: The Los Angeles Clippers and the start of new Aspirations

  15-10-2026 20:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  HONOLULU, HI - OCTOBER 4: Keaton Wagler #1 of the LA Clippers shoots the ball during the game against the Golden State Warriors 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 Metzge
  
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• NBA preseason takeaways: What we've learned about all 30 teams so far

  15-10-2026 20:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With the NBA regular season right around the corner, it’s a great time to absorb the basketball we have seen in the preseason. This is the time of year where teams are laying the foundation, understanding what they are trying to achieve and what they believe will get them there. There are few things better in the NBA than getting off to a good start. Every year we see a team have surprising early-season success, gain more buy-in and sustain success all year long. So, what are teams trying
  
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• 2026-27 NBA GM survey takeaways: Spurs favored to win title with Wemby as MVP, league execs unsure about 76ers

  15-10-2026 20:38 via cbssports.com
  
  After falling to the Knicks in the Finals last year, many of the league's GMs believe the Spurs can take the next step
  
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• All the dumb moments that make this title so much sweeter: Part IV (2010-20)

  15-10-2026 20:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NY - MARCH 18: James Dolan, L, Executive Chairman of Madison Square Garden, stands with Phil Jackson during the press conference to announce Jackson as President of the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on March 18, 2014 in New York City. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) | Getty Images The home stretch is here. In less than a week, the Knicks will raise their long-awaited third championship banner on national television at Madison Square Garden. It’s a day 53 years in
  
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• Moment Warriors rookie learns he’s guarding Luka Doncic goes viral: ‘What the f–k’

  15-10-2026 20:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  He might be the one defender disappointed to miss Luka Doncic.Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg got a taste for how quickly things can change in the NBA ahead of his preseason game Tuesday night against the Lakers.Golden State Warriors’ Yaxel Lendeborg (1) looks to pass the ball during a preseason game against the LA Clippers on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026, at Bankoh Arena at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu. NBAE via Getty ImagesUltimately, the 6-foot-9, 241-pounder ended up matched up with Lakers
  
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• Explaining the NBA's mutual option trend: Could it be used to fight back against the dreaded second apron?

  15-10-2026 20:20 via cbssports.com
  
  After going unused for nearly 25 years, mutual options have quickly returned to the NBA landscape
  
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• Neemias Queta threes might not just be a preseason experiment

  15-10-2026 19:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 14: Neemias Queta #88 of the Boston Celtics attempts a three-point basket against the Charlotte Hornets during the first half of the preseason game at the TD Garden on October 14, 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 Brian Fluharty/Getty Images) | Getty Images It’s no
  
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• Two players remain in battle for final Knicks roster spot

  15-10-2026 19:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  And then there were two.The Knicks waived three players on nonguaranteed contracts ahead of Thursday’s preseason finale, leaving James Wiseman and Bruce Brown as the two remaining for at least one roster spot.Centers Drew Eubanks and Tony Bradley were cut, along with athletic wing Ochai Agbaji. Eubanks suffered a torn pectoral muscle this week, sealing his fate with the Knicks. James Wiseman #35 of the New York Knicks boxes out during the game against the Toronto Raptors. NBAE via Get
  
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• NBA's annual GM survey is out: Victor Wembanyama, Spurs get a lot of love, including title favorites

  15-10-2026 19:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It's not just you — or the team at NBC Sports making predictions on MVP and the championship race — who think this is the San Antonio Spurs year, a lot of NBA general managers do too.NBA.com and John Schuhmann released the annual GM survey on Thursday and San Antonio — as well as Victor Wembanyama — get a lot of love. There are some other interesting findings as well. Among the results.Who will win the NBA Championship?
  • San Antonio Spurs 50%
  • Oklahoma City Th
  
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• NBA general managers love what the 76ers did. But there's a catch.

  15-10-2026 19:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Anytime a team swings a trade for a player like Jaylen Brown and then inks the league’s all-time leading scorer LeBron James on the cheap, those moves are going to turn heads.And that’s exactly how NBA general managers viewed the historic offseason of the Philadelphia 76ers, though there was one significant caveat.The NBA published its annual GM survey – in which the league’s power brokers answer 48 questions – Thursday, Oct. 15, and the Sixers, unsurprisingly, garn
  
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• 5 preseason trends + Lethal Shooter joins and I understand it now!

  15-10-2026 19:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor ShowApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeKOC shares five must-watch NBA preseason trends, from Jalen Duren’s outstanding performance and the evolution of big men shooting threes to deep dives into changing shot distributions in Dallas, Houston and Philadelphia. Plus, are Giannis Antetokounmpo’s MVP odds way too low? And is there a Rookie of the Year sleeper in Oklahoma City?Kevin O'Connor is then joined by NBA shooting coach Chris Matthews, known as Letha
  
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