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• Sixers pre-camp questions: Just how dramatic of an impact will LeBron James make?

  25-08-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sixers pre-camp questions: Just how dramatic of an impact will LeBron James make?  originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaThe Sixers’ new era is on deck.With LeBron James and Jaylen Brown on board and training camp set to begin in late September, we’re taking a look at key questions for the 2026-27 Sixers. First up: Just how dramatic of an impact will LeBron James make? To start with the basics: James has remained highly productive into his 40s. He earned h
  
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• Klay Thompson, 36, on joining the Heat: 'a redemption season'

  25-08-2026 22:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Veteran guard Klay Thompson had his introductory press conference on Tuesday, where he was officially presented with a No. 11 Miami Heat jersey. Thompson briefly spoke to the media about why he pushed to sign with the Heat, noting he liked the franchise's competitive, demanding atmosphere. He added that he liked "the opportunity to play high-level basketball throughout the season and the chance to make a deep postseason run. I've tasted winning before, and there's nothing like it."On a more pers
  
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• Penn State announces USC as white out opponent after long delay

  25-08-2026 21:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  At long last, Penn State has announced that it will stage its annual "white out" spectacle Oct. 10 against USC. NBC will broadcast the matchup at 7:30 p.m. from Beaver Stadium, where fans will be asked to dress in as much white clothing as possible and turn the venue's typically raucous home environment up a notch. Fans have long had the game circled as the likely choice to be the next installment of one of the most visually striking traditions in the sport. The Trojans are the highest-ranked op
  
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• NBA Offseason News/Trade/Free Agent Rumors 2026: Teams still eyeing Kyrie Irving, Heat plans

  25-08-2026 19:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  This deep in the summer, the NBA rumor mill slows way down, but it never stops. Here are some of the rumors and reports floating around the league.Teams eye Kyrie IrvingDallas has made it clear to any team that calls they intend to start the season with Kyrie Irving as its point guard. The Mavericks need playmaking and want to see how he and Cooper Flagg mesh.However, Irving is not the long-term answer at the point in Dallas, which is why teams around the league think the Mavericks may change th
  
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• Klay to Miami, DeMar to Denver! Atlanta Dream are ROLLING, Valkyries-Lynx takeaways + DeWanna Bonner landing spots

  25-08-2026 19:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Subscribe to The Dunker SpotApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeWe have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down two big-name free agent acquisitions. Klay Thompson is heading to Miami, while DeMar DeRozan is heading to Denver. The guys discuss how they fit, what they add, and potential shortcomings to monitor.On the WNBA side, the guys dive deep into the Atlanta Dream's win streak, share their takeaways from another awesome Lynx-Valky
  
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• Fresh NBA power rankings set high expectations for new-look Sixers

  25-08-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - MAY 2: Joel Embiid #21, VJ Edgecombe #77 and Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers smiles after 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
  
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• VOTE: Was the Russell Westbrook trade the worst in Rockets history?

  25-08-2026 19:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 12: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Houston Rockets after being asked to leave the game for arguing during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers in Game Five of the Western Conference Second Round during the 2020 NBA Playoffs at AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on September 12, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is c
  
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• Lonzo Ball regrets how much control his father had early in Lakers tenure

  25-08-2026 18:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lonzo Ball has played seven seasons in the NBA, but his career hasn’t panned out how the second overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft likely envisioned it. Ball, currently an unsigned free agent, regrets how much control his father, Lavar, had early in his career. Lonzo Ball’s early career in the NBA, especially with the Lakers, was overshadowed by his father’s antics.NBAE/Getty ImagesBall was an All-American out of UCLA, and his bombastic father publicly declared that he would be
  
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• How to watch John Fanta on NBC Sports and Peacock, including his new show, Fanta in 60

  25-08-2026 18:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  John Fanta is bringing his colorful commentary and immutable energy to multiple NBC Sports properties. Fanta will continue to cover live games as a play-by-play announcer, reporter and studio analyst while adding his own show under the NBC Sports umbrella. See below for more information on how to watch/live stream John Fanta's content.John Fanta’s new weekly show Fanta in 60 on NBC and PeacockFanta in 60 is a 60-minute Monday show hosted by Fanta and NBC Sports betting analyst Jay Croucher
  
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• Reserve point guard Brandon Williams reportedly agrees to join Warriors on one-year minimum contract

  25-08-2026 18:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Golden State was looking for some scoring punch with their final roster spot.They found it in Brandon Williams, who has agreed to join the Warriors on a one-year, $2.6 million minimum contract, Williams' agents Derek Lafayette and Curtis Lawrence told ESPN’s Shams Charania.Williams looked good in an increased role in Dallas last season, where Kyrie Irving was out for the season recovering from a torn ACL, and his short-term replacement, D'Angelo Russell, did not mesh with then-head coach J
  
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• Warriors sign Brandon Williams to one-year, $2.6 million deal

  25-08-2026 17:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Golden State Warriors signed free agent guard Brandon Williams to a one-year, $2.6 million deal. The contract marks Golden State’s first outside acquisition in what has been a relatively quiet offseason for the team. Williams averaged a career-high 13 points, 3.9 assists and 22.2 minutes across 66 games for the Dallas Mavericks last season. He shot 47.2% from the field and 23.2% from 3-point range.Free agent guard Brandon Williams signed a one-year deal with the Golden State Warriors.N
  
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• LeBron James continues to go all-in on golf with PGA Tour partnership to launch event for aspiring pro golfers

  25-08-2026 17:11 via cbssports.com
  
  The LeBron James Family Foundation Invitational will debut on July 6-7, 2027
  
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• On This Date in Knicks History: Julius Randle re-commits to New York

  25-08-2026 16:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 21: Julius Randle #30 of the New York Knicks passes the ball during the game against the Atlanta Hawks on April 21, 2021 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. 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 2021 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Get
  
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• Brandon Williams, Warriors reportedly agree to 1-year, $2.6M contract

  25-08-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brandon Williams and the Golden State Warriors have agreed to a one-year, $2.6 million contract, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.The 26-year-old Williams spent the past three seasons with the Dallas Mavericks after spending his rookie NBA season with the Portland Trail Blazers. In four seasons, he is averaging 10.7 points, 3.2 assists, 2.4 rebounds, and 19 minutes per game.In 66 games last season with the Mavericks, Williams averaged a career-high 13 points and 3.9 assists per game. The guard
  
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• Warriors Bolster Backcourt, Agree to One-Year Deal with Guard Brandon Williams

  25-08-2026 15:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CA - DECEMBER 25: Brandon Williams #10 of the Dallas Mavericks drives to the basket during the game against the Golden State Warriors on December 25, 2025 at Chase Center in San Francisco, 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 Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBA
  
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• VJ Edgecombe participates in another Rico Hines run

  25-08-2026 15:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 08: Vj Edgecombe #77 of the Philadelphia 76ers dribbles the ball during Game Three of the Second Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs against the New York Knicks at Xfinity Mobile Arena on May 08, 2026 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. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
  
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• Can the Spurs improve their record next season?

  25-08-2026 14:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX - APRIL 10: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs shoots the ball during the game against the Dallas Mavericks on April 10, 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 Brandon Todd/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Get
  
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• Who should start for the Bucks at small forward?

  25-08-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MEXICO CITY, MX - NOVEMBER 1: Jaime Jaquez Jr. #11 of the Miami Heat poses for a photo during practice and media availability as part of 2024 NBA Mexico Games on November 1, 2024 in Mexico City, Mexico at Arena Ciudad de Mexico. 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 2024 NBAE (Photo by Kenny Giarla/NBAE via G
  
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• NBA owners don’t need to win anymore. They just need their teams to get more valuable

  25-08-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Los Angeles, CA - March 12: Mark Walter, left, a majority owner of the Los Angeles Lakers, and Jeanie Buss, minority owner of the Los Angeles Lakers, talk as the Lakers play the Chicago Bulls at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles Thursday, March 12, 2026. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) On August 12, 2026, ten months after he finalized the $10 billion deal to acquire the franchise from the hallowed and chaotic Buss family, Mark Walter sold the Los Angeles Lakers to a group l
  
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• Open Thread: CBS names Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle top NBA duo

  25-08-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX - JUNE 3: Victor Wembanyama #1 & Stephon Castle #5 of the San Antonio Spurs high five during the game against the New York Knicks during Game One of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 3, 2026 at 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(Photo by Mich
  
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• 3 Reasons Peyton Watson is a game-changer for the Cavs

  25-08-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DENVER, COLORADO - OCTOBER 29: Peyton Watson #8 of the Denver Nuggets handles the ball against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second quarter at Ball Arena on October 29, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. 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 C. Morgan Engel/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Cleveland Cavaliersfinally made their move of the
  
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• Why Warriors adding guard Brandon Williams in NBA free agency is a wise move

  25-08-2026 12:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Why Warriors adding guard Brandon Williams in NBA free agency is a wise move originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaFinally, the Warriors on Tuesday made an external move to their roster. Point guard Brandon Williams agreed to a one-year, $2.6 million contract with the Warriors in unrestricted free agency, his agents Derek Layafette and Curtis Lawrence told ESPN’s Shams Charania. Williams brings more guard depth to the Warriors after enjoying a career year in Dallas. The 26-ye
  
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• The Lakers' record $12.5-billion sale was an NBA earthquake. Did Iger and Kushner get a good deal?

  25-08-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NBA commissioner Adam Silver, from left in first row, Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger attend the match between Novak Djokovic and Taylor Fritz at the 2025 U.S. Open on Sept. 2, 2025, in New York City. (Sarah Stier / Getty Images)Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger, successful businessmen by any measure, paid $12.5 billion for the Lakers, easily the highest price ever for a sports franchise. It was a rare chance to acquire an iconic sports brand, and by all accounts, timing was everything.The enormous s
  
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• Mark Walter flipped the Lakers for a record price. Did Bob Iger and Josh Kushner overpay?

  25-08-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NBA commissioner Adam Silver, from left in first row, Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger attend the match between Novak Djokovic and Taylor Fritz at the 2025 U.S. Open on Sept. 2, 2025, in New York City. (Sarah Stier / Getty Images)Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger, successful businessmen by any measure, paid $12.5 billion for the Lakers, easily the highest price ever for a sports franchise. It was a rare chance to acquire an iconic sports brand, and by all accounts, timing was everything.The enormous s
  
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• Banner Years: 2008, Stars, Sacrifice and a Long-Awaited Return to the Promised Land

  25-08-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON - JUNE 5: Kevin Garnett #5 of the Boston Celtics dunks against the Los Angeles Lakers during Game One of the NBA Finals at TD Banknorth Garden on June 5, 2008 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 2008 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Image
  
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• YouTube Gold: The Legendary Post Skills Of Kevin McHale

  25-08-2026 11:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - CIRCA 1988: Kevin McHale #32 of the Boston Celtics shoots against the New Jersey Nets during an NBA basketball game circa 1988 at the Brendan Byrne Arena in East Rutherford, New Jersey. McHale played for the Celtics from 1980-94. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images) | Getty Images Over the last few years, a lot of things have changed in college basketball. Not all that long ago, between the influence of the Golden State Warriors and the endless defection of young college
  
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• Where will the Rockets finish in 2026-2027?

  25-08-2026 11:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Houston Rockets are predicted by ESPN’s summer prediction series to tie for third place in the 2026–27 Western Conference standings, according to a survey of its NBA insiders. Only the Oklahoma City Thunder (60-22) and San Antonio Spurs (62-20) are predicted to be ahead of the Rockets and Nuggets (51-31).ESPN’s Michael C wrote: “The West goes through either Oklahoma City or San Antonio, but don’t count out Houston. The Rockets expect to take another step in Year
  
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• Luka Dončić looks like a superstar adrift at the Lakers

  25-08-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Luka Dončić averaged more than 33 points a game last season. Photograph: Lynne Sladky/APLuka Dončić must feel as though, these past few months, he’s been twirling in a washing machine. He announced a separation from his fiancee in March; reports followed of a prolonged custody battle over their two daughters. As Dončić plays in the NBA and his children live in Slovenia, he doesn’t see them much as is. But after the reports of the rift with his ex emerged
  
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• Brandon Williams, Warriors agree to one-year, $2.6M NBA contract, per agents

  25-08-2026 09:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brandon Williams, Warriors agree to one-year, $2.6M NBA contract, per agents originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaThe Warriors filled one of their remaining roster spots on Tuesday.Golden State agreed to a one-year, $2.6 million free-agent contract with guard Brandon Williams, his agents, Derek Lafayette and Curtis Lawrence told ESPN’s Shams Charania on Tuesday.Free agent guard Brandon Williams has agreed to a one-year, $2.6 million deal to sign with the Golden State Warriors, agents
  
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• NetsDaily Off-Season Report – No. 19

  25-08-2026 06:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BROOKLYN, NY - JUNE 29 : Fans outside Brooklyn Basketball Training Center during an introductory Press Conference for the 2026 Brooklyn Nets Draftees on June 29, 2026 in Brooklyn, New York. 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 David L. Nemec/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images
  
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