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• Report: Phil Handy to join Sixers staff as assistant coach

  21-08-2026 22:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CA - DECEMBER 28: Assistant Coach Phil Handy of the Los Angeles Lakers talks to LeBron James #23 during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on December 28, 2023 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 2023 NBAE (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty
  
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• Minnesota Timberwolves What If: Redoing the Star-Studded 1996 NBA Draft

  03-10-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LEESBURG, VA - AUGUST 1996: (L to R) Marcus Camby, Ray Allen, Stephon Marbury, Kobe Bryant, Shareef Abdur-Rahim, Jermaine O'Neal, Kerry Kittles, Steve Nash, John Wallace, Antoine Walker, and Samaki Walker poses for a portrait during the 1996 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot in August of 1996 in Leesburg, Virginia. 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. Mand
  
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• How does the current Raptors squad stack up to the 2019 championship team?

  03-10-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  TORONTO, ON - JUNE 17: Kyle Lowry #7 and Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors are photographed with the Championship Trophies on the team bus during the Toronto Raptors Championship Victory Parade on June 17, 2019 in Toronto, Ontario. 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 Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Ron Turenne/NBAE v
  
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• Devin Booker’s renewed love for the game means something

  03-10-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Media Day is often filled with empty or generic quotes, buzzwords, and clichés. It’s inevitable every year. But sometimes, if you read between the lines after getting to know players over the years, you pick up on things. Oddities. New perspectives. Previews of what could be to come through words converted straight into action. These things can be hard to spot to the naked eye, but if you pay close enough attention, you can see them. Devin Booker had several quotes that stood out to
  
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• Bucks Reacts Survey Results: Fans want dawgs

  03-10-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - JULY 22: P.J. Tucker celebrates with the Larry O'Brien trophy during the Milwaukee Bucks 2021 NBA Championship Victory Parade and Rally in the Deer District of Fiserv Forum on July 22, 2021 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) | Getty Images Complex? Somewhat. All-encompassing? Yes. Personalised? Definitively. This week, following all the change the Milwaukee Bucks have undergone this offseason, we asked you who you want them to become. More s
  
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• Julius Randle can be just what the Brooklyn Nets need

  03-10-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dustin Satloff/Getty Images Julius Randle is saying all the right things.On his leadership style: “I’ve always been somebody that kind of just prefers to lead by example with how I play and how I approach the game. So I don’t have to do anything different with that. But I’m, you know, 13th year in. I’m comfortable speaking up when I see something, or if something needs to be said. But I don’t have to overdo it.”On camp thus far: “The communication
  
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• Open Thread: Julian Champagnie has an undisclosed nickname

  03-10-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX -SEPTEMBER 28: Harrison Barnes #40 of the San Antonio Spurs poses for a portrait at the San Antonio Spurs Media Day at Victory Capital Performance Center on September 28, 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 The Spurs are back to having fun with each oth
  
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• The Ultimate Student for Boston’s Shooting Development School

  03-10-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 14: Dillon Mitchell #20 of the Boston Celtics poses for a portrait during the 2026 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot on July 14, 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 Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images) |
  
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• Rockets 2026-2027 player previews: Steven Adams

  03-10-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  HOUSTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 22: Steven Adams #12 of the Houston Rockets poses during media day at Hilton Americas-Houston on September 22, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images) | Getty Images Now, it’s no secret that I love watching Steven Adams. I mean, who else has written all his season previews and season reviews? I mean, how can you not love the guy? He’s a great teammate, and he was even kind enough to warn media about the drop in production due to the relea
  
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• Roster management Q&A with Keith Smith

  03-10-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Boston, MA - September 15: Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla, forward Paul George, guard Mike Conley and president Brad Stevens pose for photos at a press conference on September 15, 2026. (Photo by Jessica Rinaldi/The Boston Globe via Getty Images) | Boston Globe via Getty Images 1. The Jaylen question: The Celtics’ stated reason for moving on from Jaylen Brown is that they didn’t believe that they could build around two players each making 35% of the Cap. Yet the end result of
  
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• MMBets: The New York Knicks want to prove their title wasn’t a fluke

  03-10-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It almost feels fake to be able to call the New York Knicks the defending champions, but here we are. The orange and blue are looking to be a repeat champ for the first time since 2018, and they are looking to do it the same way the Warriors did: by running it back. They are returning their entire starting five, and nearly the only guy from their rotation last season who left is Mitchell Robinson. It is a true “if it’s not broke, don’t fix it” situation.Unfortunately for
  
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• YouTube Gold: Larry Bird vs. Dr. J In the 1980 Playoffs

  03-10-2026 11:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON - 1980: Julius Erving #6 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives to the basket against Larry Bird #33 of the Boston Celtics during a 1980 NBA game at the Boston Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges 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 1980 NBAE (Photo by Dick Raphael/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The 1980s
  
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• The NBA just keeps disrespecting the Jazz

  03-10-2026 07:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHICAGO, IL - MAY 10: Keyonte George #3 of the Utah Jazz looks on during the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery on May 10, 2026 at Navy Pier 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 Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Another day, another disrespect! In a
  
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• Utah Jazz season preview with Chandler Holt of KSL Sports

  03-10-2026 06:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - SEPTEMBER 28: Ace Bailey #19 of the Utah Jazz speaks during the Utah Jazz media day at Zions Bank Basketball Campus on September 28, 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 Alex Goodlett/Getty Images) | Getty Images Chandler Holt of KSL Sports was kind enough to join me on the Hoops Ner
  
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• Luka Doncic files international petition to bring his daughters back to US

  03-10-2026 05:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Dončić has filed a petition under international rules to have his two children brought to the United States, according to a report from The Athletic.Dončić’s two daughters, Gabriela and Olivia, live in their home country of Slovenia with their mother, Dončić's former fiancée.“Nothing is more important to me than my daughters,” Dončić said in a statement to The Athletic. “I will do whatever it take
  
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• LeBron James says it still bothers him Lakers didn’t get a parade for 2020 championship

  03-10-2026 04:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 11: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers talks with the media after winning Game Six of the NBA Finals on October 11, 2020 at AdventHealth Arena in Orlando, Florida. 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 2020 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Gett
  
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• The best moments and Twitter reactions from Big Blue Madness

  03-10-2026 03:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  When it’s Big Blue Madness, basketball season is officially underway in the Bluegrass.Friday night, a sold-out Rupp Arena welcomed the men’s and women’s teams in their first looks at both of them ahead of their upcoming seasons. It was a raucous crowd, with excitement building for the season.Women’s Team shows off shooting ahead of highly anticipated seasonThe Women’s Basketball team tipped off the festivities as they entered the arena. Coming off a Sweet 16 berth l
  
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• Keon Ellis finds Nets ‘safe space’ in Jordi Fernandez reunion

  03-10-2026 03:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It was a simple answer, really. Keon Ellis came to play for the Nets for one major reason: Jordi Fernández. “In this game — and it is a business — having someone like Jordi being the head coach, someone you’re familiar with, [is big]. You know all the schemes, you know what he’s about, you know what they want to run,” Ellis said Friday after practice. “It’s a safe space right there. He’s familiar with my game, I’m famil
  
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• Lakers’ training camp takeaways from first week loaded with surprises

  03-10-2026 01:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The first week of Lakers’ training camp has passed. It has been a whirlwind of Purple-and-Gold-smeared optimism and excitement. Luka Doncic is ready to lead the Lakers back atop the league as the unequivocal head of the 17-time championship franchise. Austin Reaves wants to live up to his new four-year, $180 million contract. Walker Kessler is ready to run through walls.Here are our biggest takeaways from camp so far:1. Lakers’ perimeter defense is better than exp
  
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• Heat to host Vice City night to promote 'GTA 6' and Giannis game vs Bucks

  03-10-2026 01:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Every day they're hustlin'.The Miami Heat announced Friday, Oct. 2 that they are hosting "A Night in Vice City" to promote the highly-anticipated release of "Grand Theft Auto 6."The event will serve as the backdrop for the Nov. 18 game against the Milwaukee Bucks, which is the night before the Nov. 19 release date for the latest edition of the popular and controversial video game. It also will be the first time Giannis Antetokounmpo faces off against the team that drafted him and facilitated his
  
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• Don’t forget about Labaron Philon

  02-10-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CAMDEN, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 28: Labaron Philon Jr. #00 of the Philadelphia 76ers poses for a portrait during media day at the Philadelphia 76ers Training Complex on September 28, 2026 in Camden, New Jersey. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images) | Getty Images When Daryl Morey sent Jared McCain to the Oklahoma City Thunder for a draft pick package at last season’s trade deadline, it was not a widely praised move.Quite the opposite, actually — amongst fans, media members and McCain&r
  
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• Miami Heat to play as Vice City from Grand Theft Auto VI for single game, with new court and uniforms

  02-10-2026 23:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NBA provided a demonstration of just how large the marketing budget for Grand Theft Auto VI is on Friday.The Miami Heat announced they will undergo a transformation called "A Night in Vice City" during their game against the Milwaukee Bucks on Nov. 18, a day before the video game developed by Rockstar Games releases worldwide on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.The Heat say the game will feature a special court "built for Vice City," the reimagining of Miami featured in GTA 6, as well as a
  
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• Miami Heat to play as Vice City from 'Grand Theft Auto VI' for single game, with new court and uniforms

  02-10-2026 23:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NBA provided a demonstration of just how large the marketing budget for “Grand Theft Auto VI” is on Friday.The Miami Heat announced they will undergo a transformation “A Night in Vice City” during their game against the Milwaukee Bucks on Nov. 18, a day before the video game developed by Rockstar Games releases worldwide on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.The Heat say the game will feature a special court “built for Vice City,” the reimagining of Miami f
  
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• The Blazers have a starting lineup dilemma with a clear solution: Bring Ja Morant off the bench

  02-10-2026 22:46 via cbssports.com
  
  Putting Morant in the backcourt with Damian Lillard in a starting group with Deni Avdija makes little sense
  
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• Warriors training camp takeaways: Praise grows for two offseason signings

  02-10-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Warriors training camp takeaways: Praise grows for two offseason signings originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaLAIE, Hawaii – Intensity was replaced by intentionality Friday during the Warriors’ fourth practice of training camp on the campus of BYU-Hawaii. The day prior was the Warriors’ hardest scrimmage thus far of training camp. Competitive spirit echoes throughout the gym. The blue team wanted to beat the yellow team and vice versa, with those in red jerseys showi
  
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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 10/2/26

  02-10-2026 21:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - MAY 2: The sneakers worn by Kelly Oubre Jr. #9 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the game against the Boston Celtics during Round One Game Seven of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 2, 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 Jesse D. Garrabr
  
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• Anne Hathaway reveals what she’d give up for a second Knicks championship

  02-10-2026 21:30 via yahoo.com
  Anne Hathaway made it clear that her Knicks fandom doesn't waver.Anne Hathaway made it clear that herKnicks fandom doesn’t waver.During an appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” on Wednesday, Hathaway prioritized another Knicks championship over winning a second Academy Award while playing a game called “Best Thing Ever.”The game forced her to choose among two things to decide which is the best and which she would “get rid of forever.”Fal
  
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• NBA's Las Vegas expansion team may not debut until 2029-30 season

  02-10-2026 21:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  While the assumption in many quarters was that the two NBA expansion franchises — one in Seattle, one in Las Vegas — would begin play for the 2028-29 season, that may not be a realistic timeline for Vegas. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver hinted at this last month."There was not as much discussion around Seattle as there was around Las Vegas, largely because... it's not even clear what the site will be, let alone the arena yet," Silver said after the Board of Governors meeting. "Therefor
  
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• Warriors star Steph Curry reveals toughest defender he’s ever faced

  02-10-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Steph Curry is entering his 18th NBA season.In an interview with ABC7 News Bay Area, the 38-year-old revealed who has been the toughest defender he’s ever faced throughout his career.Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry reacts on the court during the second half of a game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y., Monday, Dec. 29, 2025. Robert Sabo for NY Post“It’s a tie for me between Avery Bradley and Jrue Holiday. Yeah, those are the guys,” C
  
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• Disturbing allegations from ex-NBA star J.R. Smith’s assault arrest emerge

  02-10-2026 21:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former NBA star J.R. Smith allegedly roughed up a woman, leading to his arrest earlier this week, according to new court documents obtained by the California Post.Smith “intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly” caused “bodily injury” on Sept. 18 to a female who was a member of Smith’s family or household or with whom he had a dating relationship, a criminal complaint filed on Friday stated.Smith allegedly committed the crime in Texas “by hitting, grabbing or p
  
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