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• Preseason lessons learned

  18-10-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 16: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers guards Hugo Gonzalez #28 of the Boston Celtics in the third quarter during the preseason game at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 16, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Celtics defeated the 76ers 125-120 in overtime. 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
  
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• Thunder reportedly lock up guard Cason Wallace with five year, $139 million extension

  19-10-2026 06:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cason Wallace is about to take on a much larger role with the Oklahoma City Thunder — and the team had to make sure he wasn't going anywhere.Wallace, 22, and Oklahoma City have agreed to a five-year, $139 million contract extension, a story first reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania.This is a good number for OKC, locking up a starting guard at an average annual salary of $27.7 million (a number that will look better as the salary cap rises in the coming years). With this move, the Thund
  
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• The Welshman seeking NBA title with Timberwolves

  19-10-2026 06:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Timberwolves have won three of six games in pre-season [Getty Images]With eight different teams the winners over the past eight seasons, it is hard to predict who takes home the NBA's Larry O'Brien Trophy in June.If there is to be a ninth different name in as many seasons, you might look to San Antonio Spurs, with Victor Wembanyama leading the team to the Finals last season before coming unstuck against the New York Knicks.Maybe the Philadelphia 76ers off-season moves to acquire Jaylen Brown and
  
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• Cason Wallace signs $139 million contract extension with OKC Thunder

  19-10-2026 06:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Kentucky Wildcats standout Cason Wallace is staying in Oklahoma City, as Shams Charania reports that Wallace signed a five-year, $139 million rookie-scale contract extension with the Thunder.Wallace has been a valuable piece for the Thunder since being drafted in the first round in 2023. Last year, coming off the bench for the Thunder, Wallace averaged 8.6 points per game to go along with 3.1 rebounds and 2.6 assists per game. However, Wallace’s value has consistently been on the de
  
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• Thunder, Cason Wallace reportedly beat deadline, agree to 5-year, $139M contract extension

  19-10-2026 04:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cason Wallace and the Oklahoma City Thunder have agreed to a five-year, $139 million extension to his rookie contract, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports.The two sides beat Monday’s deadline for players from the 2023 draft class to sign rookie scale extensions. Had they not reached a deal before the deadline, Wallace would have played the final year of his rookie contract on a team option, then entered the 2026-27 offseason as a restricted free agent. With the deal, the Thunder secure a d
  
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• Thunder, Cason Wallace reportedly agree to 5-year, $139M extension

  19-10-2026 04:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  Cason Wallace and the Oklahoma City Thunder have agreed to a five-year, $139 million extension to his rookie contract, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports.The two sides beat Monday’ deadline for players from the 2023 draft class to sign rookie scale extensions. Had they not reached a deal before the deadline, Wallace would have played the final year of his rookie contract on a team option, then entered the 2026-27 offseason as a restricted free agent. With the deal, the Thunder secure a de
  
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• Phoenix Suns Give Oso Ighodaro A Contract Extension

  19-10-2026 02:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  I’m old enough to remember when Oso Ighodaro wasn’t good enough to get minutes on a team that got their coach fired. | Photo by Brian Sevald/NBAE via Getty Images With the start of the 2026-27 NBA season right around the corner — NBC has a tripleheader on Tuesday! — it’s the time of the year where teams start nailing down the details of contract extensions as deadlines to file rapidly approach.That has benefited a former Marquette Golden Eagle, as Oso Ighodaro has a
  
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• Stephen Curry limps off court at Warriors practice, Kerr says he's 'fine'

  19-10-2026 02:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  That noise you hear is a huge sigh of relief coming out of the Bay Area.Warriors fans' hearts were in their throats on Sunday when Curry limped off the court at an open practice, as Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area recorded.Steph Curry limps off the court at open practice and he just went back to the locker room @NBCSWarriorsReal quiet in here now pic.twitter.com/cLEFcOwTGt— Dalton Johnson (@DaltonJ_Johnson) October 18, 2026Curry limped straight back to the locker room, and there were
  
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• 5 winners and losers from the Lakers’ preseason

  19-10-2026 02:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO, CA - OCTOBER 5: Jake LaRavia #12 and Sandro Mamukelashvili #54 of the Los Angeles Lakers look on during 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 Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Wi
  
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• For revamped Sixers, youth and growth should still matter plenty

  19-10-2026 02:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  For revamped Sixers, youth and growth should still matter plenty originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaThe surface impression of the 2026-27 Sixers is that they’ll lean on experience and star power as they pursue grand ambitions.LeBron James is the NBA’s eldest player, set to turn 42 years old in December and impossibly accomplished. Joel Embiid is a seven-time All-Star, Jaylen Brown a five-time All-Star. Tyrese Maxey is fresh off his first All-NBA team selection. Veteran rol
  
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• Ben Simmons’ NBA comeback suffers brutal blow in crushing setback with Kings

  19-10-2026 02:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ben Simmons suffers a torn right Achilles injury.Any chance of Ben Simmons making a comeback this season will have to wait until next season.The Sacramento Kings announced on Sunday that an MRI confirmed Simmons has suffered a torn right Achilles injury during practice.“Sacramento Kings guard Ben Simmons was injured during a live drill in practice on Sunday, Oct. 18. An MRI revealed a torn right Achilles tendon. Simmons will undergo surgery,” the Kings announced in a press release th
  
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• The Knicks aren’t scared of LeBron James — or a brewing rivalry with superteam 76ers

  19-10-2026 01:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Josh Hart predicted it. Really, we all did.It was obvious.“Wherever LeBron [James] went in the East, I figured that’d probably be our opening night [game],” Hart said after Knicks practice Sunday. “That will be good for headlines and box office and those kinds of things.”With training camp and the preseason over, all attention now turns to the opener against the 76ers on Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden.With it being banner/ring night and the opener, there is
  
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• Stephen Curry 'fine' after leaving practice early following ankle tweak ahead of season opener

  19-10-2026 01:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stephen Curry, despite a bit of an injury scare on Sunday afternoon, should be good to go for the Golden State Warriors' season opener this week. Curry went down with a right ankle injury during the team's open practice in San Francisco on Sunday. Warriors head coach Steve Kerr confirmed after that Curry's knee wasn't impacted by the incident and that "he's fine."Curry, after bringing the ball up the floor during the open practice at the Chase Center, suddenly rolled his right ankle while handli
  
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• Stephen Curry 'fine' after leaving practice early after tweaking ankle ahead of season opener

  19-10-2026 01:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stephen Curry, despite a bit of an injury scare on Sunday afternoon, should be good to go for the Golden State Warriors’ season opener this week. Curry went down with a right ankle injury during the team’s open practice in San Francisco on Sunday. Warriors head coach Steve Kerr confirmed after that Curry’s knee wasn’t impacted by the incident, and that “he’s fine.”Curry, after bringing the ball up the floor during the open practice at the Chase Center, s
  
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• Suns Lock Up Oso Ighodaro with 3-Year, $29 Million Extension

  19-10-2026 01:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - APRIL 05: Oso Ighodaro #11 of the Phoenix Suns dribbles the ball 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 Phoenix just bet on one of its own. Per Shams Charania, Oso Ighod
  
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• Kings' Ben Simmons suffers torn Achilles at practice Sunday, will miss entire season

  19-10-2026 01:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sacramento's Ben Simmons has suffered a torn right Achilles and will soon undergo surgery to repair it, the Kings have announced. While no official timetable was given, he will undoubtedly miss the entire 2026-27 season.This is a devastating blow for Simmons, who had been out of the league for a year getting his body right and his mind in a good place. For years, Simmons had been dealing with a back issue that limited him physically, caused him to miss a lot of games, and that shook his confiden
  
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• Mike Brown fondly reflects on Bruce Brown following Knicks release

  19-10-2026 01:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Knicks coach Mike Brown had tremendous praise for Bruce Brown, whom the team waived on Saturday to bring the roster to 14 players.“Bruce, he’s a winner,” Brown said after practice Sunday. “He shows a level of toughness and versatility — not just defensively, he can guard one through four, but even offensively, he can initiate the offense. Our point guard’s not one that has to come down every play and break his guy down and make the game easier for everyone els
  
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• Ben Simmons' comeback ends before it began: Kings guard suffers torn Achilles, likely to miss season

  19-10-2026 01:06 via cbssports.com
  
  Simmons, who didn't play during the 2025-26 season, was expected to start for Sacramento this year
  
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• Ben Simmons sustains Achilles injury during Sacramento Kings practice

  19-10-2026 00:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO, CA – Sacramento Kings were excited to enter the 2026-27 regular-season injury-free but then they got some bad news Sunday.Recently signed forward Ben Simmons sustained a torn Achilles during practice on Sunday, Oct. 18, the team announced.ESPN reported that the injury is suspected to be a season-ending one for Simmons.Simmons had an anticipated returns to an NBA roster after signing with the Kings filling out their final open spot, a source close to the team confirmed to USA TO
  
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• Kings' Ben Simmons sustains torn Achilles tendon in practice, will undergo surgery

  19-10-2026 00:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ben Simmons' comeback might be over before it even began. The Sacramento Kings guard sustained a torn right Achilles tendon during practice, the team announced Sunday.Per the Kings, Simmons suffered the tear during a live drill in Sunday's practice, with an MRI confirming the injury. The team said he will undergo surgery, but did not provide a return timeline.ESPN's Shams Charania reported that the injury is "suspected" to be season-ending.The Kings say an MRI has confirmed a torn right Achilles
  
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• Kings' Ben Simmons reportedly believed to have sustained torn Achilles tendon in practice

  19-10-2026 00:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sacramento Kings guard Ben Simmons reportedly might be out for the season after sustaining a significant injury in practice on Sunday, per ESPN’s Shams Charania. Simmons is believed to have suffered a torn Achilles tendon, per Charania, though details are still not entirely clear.Charania reports that the injury is “suspected” to be season-ending.BREAKING: Kings guard Ben Simmons is believed to have suffered a torn Achilles at practice on Sunday, per @ShamsCharania.It is expect
  
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• The Lakers appear to be really high on Adou Thiero

  19-10-2026 00:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 08: Adou Thiero #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots the ball against the Sacramento Kings during the first quarter in a preseason game at Crypto.com Arena on October 08, 2026 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. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images) | Getty Images Injuries not only robbe
  
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• Warriors finalize roster by waiving three players bound for G League

  18-10-2026 23:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PORTLAND, OREGON - OCTOBER 07: Dalen Terry #21 of the Golden State Warriors looks on during the second half of the preseason game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center on October 07, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. 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 Soobum Im/Getty Images) | Getty Images It was always going to be a longshot for
  
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• Jazz fan survey reveals who they want to start | Utah Jazz Reacts

  18-10-2026 23:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, AZ - OCTOBER 16: Keyonte George #3 of the Utah Jazz handles the ball during the game against the Phoenix Suns on October 16, 2026 at Mortgage Matchup Center 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by Kate Frese/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images In this
  
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• Can Nets ‘shock the world?’

  18-10-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 06: Josh Minott #00 of the Brooklyn Nets drives to the basket while guarded by Pat Connaughton #21 of the Charlotte Hornets during their preseason game at Spectrum Center on October 06, 2026 in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images) | Getty Image
  
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• Payton Pritchard doesn’t care about starting

  18-10-2026 22:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 30: Payton Pritchard #11 of the Boston Celtics celebrates during player introductions before the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena on November 30, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images Payton Pritchard has been a starter and
  
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• Devin Carter diagnosed with mono after signing two-way deal

  18-10-2026 22:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Celtics officially converted Devin Carter to a two-way deal. While the team is excited that Carter is sticking around, he won’t be suiting up for a little while.Carter has mononucleosis, according to multiple reports Sunday. That explains the illness that has kept him out since the preseason opener. There’s no firm timeline for his return, though the Globe’s Gary Washburn reported he could miss a few more weeks.Devin Carter has been diagnosed with mononucleosis and could mi
  
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• Kings guard Ben Simmons tears Achilles tendon in practice

  18-10-2026 21:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kings guard Ben Simmons tears Achilles tendon in practice originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaBen Simmons tore his right Achilles tendon in practice on Sunday, ending his comeback attempt this season with the Sacramento Kings before the season even started.The Kings said Simmons hurt himself during a live drill and will need to undergo surgery three days before the season opener on Wednesday night on the road against the Los Angeles Clippers.Simmons had signed a one-year deal with Sacr
  
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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 10/18/26

  18-10-2026 21:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 16: The sneakers worn by LeBron James #23 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the game against the Boston Celtics during the 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 16, 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 N
  
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• What history says about the Sixers' chance to spoil Knicks' banner night

  18-10-2026 21:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  What history says about the Sixers' chance to spoil Knicks' banner night originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaThe Sixers’ most anticipated opener in years will begin with a reminder of how last season ended.Five months after sweeping Philadelphia out of the playoffs, the Knicks will receive their rings and raise their first championship banner since 1973.LeBron James, Jaylen Brown and the rest of the Sixers’ new lineup will then attempt to interrupt the celebration.Philadelp
  
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