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• The Suns pick up options on Khaman Maluach and Ryan Dunn

  02-10-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 2: Ryan Dunn #0 and Khaman Maluach #10 of the Phoenix Suns high five during the game against the San Antonio Spurs on November 2, 2025 at PHX Arena 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Kate Frese/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Th
  
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• Kings dedicate media room to longtime radio voice Gary "G-Man" Gerould

  06-10-2026 07:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO, CA ― Sacramento Kings longtime radio broadcaster Gary "G-Man" Gerould was honored with one of the most respectable gestures from a basketball organization.The Kings announced that they renamed their media and press dining room to the "Gary 'G-Man' Gerould Media Center."Gerould is entering his 42nd season as the radio play-by-play announcer for the Kings, a position he's held since the Kings relocated to Sacramento in 1985. There's not any particular secret to Gerould's longevit
  
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• Luka Doncic scores 21 as Lakers unveil new defense in preseason win over Kings

  06-10-2026 06:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lakers star Luka Doncic, right, shoots over Sacramento Kings guard Emanuel Sharp during the first half of the Lakers' preseason win Monday night. (Sara Nevis / Associated Press)The Lakers pressed, switched and swarmed from the opening whistle. After the Sacramento Kings were caught for a shot-clock violation on the first possession of Monday’s preseason game, Luka Doncic raised his fists toward the Lakers bench with a triumphant grin to symbolize the successful start.But Doncic’
  
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• Sixers Bell Ringer: Jaylen Brown begins preseason scorching

  06-10-2026 05:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 5: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers dunks the ball during the game against the New York Knicks on October 5, 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images) |
  
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• Rapid Recap: Timberwolves 116, Bucks 97

  06-10-2026 04:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MILWAUKEE, WI - OCTOBER 5: Ryan Rollins #13 of the Milwaukee Bucks moves the ball against the Minnesota Timberwolves during a preseason game on October 5, 2026 at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. 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 Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images In
  
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• Game Recap: The Suns showed us plenty before giving it all back in 109-107 loss to Detroit

  06-10-2026 04:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DETROIT, MICHIGAN - OCTOBER 05: Dillon Brooks #3 of the Phoenix Suns tries to drive around Duncan Robinson #55 of the Detroit Pistons in the first half during a pre season game at Little Caesars Arena on October 05, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. 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 Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) | Getty Images On an early O
  
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• The Burden of Expectation: Kyle Filipowski

  06-10-2026 04:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With the NBA season right around the corner, and the Utah Jazz presumably being competitive for the first time in far too long, everyone is right to place the majority of the responsibility on the shoulders of our biggest names. We just drafted Darryn Peterson #2 overall in the NBA Draft, we just signed Keyonte George to a contract extension, and we just traded away a massive amount of draft capital (not to mention we’re paying him $50 million a year) to acquire Jaren Jackson Jr. These guy
  
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• Pistons vs. Suns final score: Detroit bench dominates second half to steal one from Suns

  06-10-2026 04:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DETROIT, MICHIGAN - OCTOBER 05: Ebuka Okorie #23 of the Detroit Pistons drives to the basket against Rasheer Fleming #20 of the Phoenix Suns in the second half during a pre season game at Little Caesars Arena on October 05, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. 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 Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welco
  
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• Hall of Famer Jason Kidd close to joining ESPN as NBA analyst, per reports

  06-10-2026 03:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jason Kidd is reportedly "in advanced talks" to join ESPN for the next chapter of his career.According to The Athletic and NBA reporter Marc Stein on Monday, Oct. 5, the Hall of Fame point guard is close to a deal to become an ESPN studio analyst and a member of "NBA Countdown." The show currently features Brian Windhorst and Kendrick Perkins with Malika Andrews hosting. Michael Malone left the program in April when he became the head coach of North Carolina's basketball team.When USA TODAY Spor
  
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• 76ers 120, Knicks 97: Scenes from a sleepy scrimmage

  06-10-2026 03:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 5: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks drives to the basket during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 5, 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 Nat
  
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• Clippers' Max Strus to miss start of season with partially torn plantar fascia

  06-10-2026 03:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Los Angeles Clippers cannot catch a break.The team announced that Max Strus suffered a partial tear of the plantar fascia in his right foot during Sunday's preseason game. He will be re-evaluated in four weeks, which means he will miss the start of the season.This is a rough start for Strus, who missed the majority of last season with a foot injury (a fracture of the fifth metacarpal in his left foot, which required surgery). He returned for a dozen games at the end of the season for the Cav
  
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• Knicks struggle shooting in first preseason game, fall to 76ers

  06-10-2026 03:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Knicks played their first game since winning Game 5 of the NBA Finals, as the starters shook off some rust and the bench fought to earn minutes in a 120-97 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.Here are some takeaways...-- Mike Brown went with the starting lineup that won the NBA Finals on Monday night: Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, Josh Hart, OG Anunoby, and Karl-Anthony Towns. The Sixers and Nick Nurse took a different approach as LeBron James, Tyrese Maxey, and Joel Embiid all sat out; leaving h
  
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• Hawks have strong second half, but lose 132-123 to Grizzlies in first preseason game

  06-10-2026 03:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ATLANTA, GA - OCTOBER 5: Dyson Daniels #5 of the Atlanta Hawks dribbles the ball during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies on October 5, 2026 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. 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 Adam Hagy/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The Atla
  
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• Walker Kessler, Austin Reaves out vs. Kings in preseason opener

  06-10-2026 03:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  EL SEGUNDO, CA - SEPTEMBER 28: Walker Kessler #14 of the Los Angeles Lakers talks to the media during NBA Media Day on September 28, 2026 at UCLA Health Training Center in El Segundo, 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Im
  
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• Brown, Edgecombe dominant, but Hukporti injury looms over Sixers’ preseason win vs. Knicks

  06-10-2026 03:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 5: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives to the basket during the game against the New York Knicks during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 5, 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 Natha
  
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• As a Mavericks fan, it’s usually the hope that kills you

  06-10-2026 03:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “It’s the hope that kills you.”It’s a line from the TV show Ted Lasso, of course. And whether you’re a Dallas Mavericks fan, or an FC Richmond fan, you understand.The Dallas Mavericks were in the Finals just 838 days ago. That season was full of the kind of playoff moments you tell your grandchildren about.Will you tell your grandchildren about the time Luka Dončić absolutely cooked Rudy Gobert on an isolation 3 to win a playoff game? I will.Then the
  
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• Dillon Brooks, John Collins involved in dustup in Suns-Pistons preseason game

  06-10-2026 02:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DETROIT – Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks didn’t waste any time living up to his villain persona.He drew a technical foul with 7:23 left in the first quarter of Phoenix’s preseason opener on Monday, Oct. 5, against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena.Brooks led the NBA in technical fouls last season with 17.In Monday’s game, Brooks was guarding Pistons forward John Collins in the paint with his usual physicality. He extended his forearm and made physical contac
  
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• Clippers injury woes pile up with latest Max Strus update

  06-10-2026 02:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Los Angeles Clippers’ preseason injury toll took another blow on Sunday, after veteran forward Max Strus exited Sunday’s preseason 104-101 victory in Hawaii against the Golden State Warriors with a non-contact injury.On Monday, ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania reported that Strus suffered a partial plantar fasciitis tear in his right foot and will be reevaluated again in four weeks.LA Clippers guard Max Strus suffered a partial tear of the plantar fascia in his right foot during S
  
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• Adou Thiero sees ‘great opportunity’ for himself during Lakers’ preseason

  06-10-2026 02:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO — Adou Thiero is going to have an opportunity with the Lakers he didn’t have this time last year. And he’s cherishing it.Lakers forward Adou Thiero spoke with reporters ahead of the team’s preseason opener against the Kings. Khobi PriceThe Lakers uber-athletic forward is healthy and available for the team’s preseason slate, starting with Monday’s opener against the Kings at Golden 1 Center. It’s a much different place Thiero found hi
  
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• Steph Curry reminds us that preseason results don’t matter

  06-10-2026 02:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  HONOLULU, HI - OCTOBER 4: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors shoots the ball during the game against the LA Clippers 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 Metzg
  
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• Ex-Knick Ariel Hukporti suffers scary injury five minutes into his 76ers debut: ‘Heartbreaking’

  06-10-2026 02:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Philadelphia 76ers center Ariel Hukporti (55) sits on the court after an injury during the first quarter of a game against the New York Knicks at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Monday, October 5, 2026.PHILADELPHIA — Former Knicks center Ariel Hukporti suffered a scary noncontact injury just five minutes into his 76ers career.Hukporti collapsed to the court after planting his foot in Monday’s preseason opener, holding the back of his right ankle before Philly trou
  
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• Ariel Hukporti leaves game vs. Knicks with apparent leg injury

  06-10-2026 01:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 5: Ariel Hukporti #55 of the Philadelphia 76ers boxes out during the game against the New York Knicks during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 5, 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 Nathaniel S.
  
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• Karl-Anthony Towns, Knicks face stalemate on contract extension. Where do they go from here?

  06-10-2026 01:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It seems, in the case of Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks, that someone’s going to have to blink first.What’s abundantly clear, however, is that there’s a lot of work to do for the franchise to keep its star locked up in the long term, and the prospect that he may be playing his final months as a Knick are suddenly a real possibility.Towns, the 30-year-old All-Star center who helped propel the Knicks to their first championship in 53 years, is eligible for a four-year
  
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• Karl-Anthony Towns, Knicks face contract extension stalemate. Where do they go from here?

  06-10-2026 01:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It seems, in the case of Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks, that someone’s going to have to blink first.What’s abundantly clear, however, is that there’s a lot of work to do for the franchise to keep its star locked up in the long term, and the prospect that he may be playing his final months as a Knick are suddenly a real possibility.Towns, the 30-year-old All-Star center who helped propel the Knicks to their first championship in 53 years, is eligible for a four-year
  
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• Preseason Game Thread: Knicks at 76ers, October 5, 2026

  06-10-2026 00:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 10: Mikal Bridges #25 of the New York Knicks and Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers wrestle for a loose ball during the second quarter in Game Four of the Second Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs at Xfinity Mobile Arena on May 10, 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 Agr
  
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• Lakers’ first shootaround sheds light on uncertain status of Collin Sexton

  06-10-2026 00:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO — Lakers basketball is back – albeit preseason exhibitions. And with the Lakers fully in the preseason swing, certain elements of the season are back to, such as morning shootaround. The Lakers held their first shootaround of 2026-27 at Golden 1 Center Monday morning ahead of their preseason-opener against the Kings.Lakers guard Collin Sexton had his right lower leg/calf wrapped during the team’s shootaround. Khobi PriceWhile shootarounds don’t always
  
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• Max Strus will miss start of season for Clippers due to latest foot injury

  06-10-2026 00:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Los Angeles Clippers guard Max Strus will be out for at least a month with a foot injury.Strus left Sunday’s preseason win over the Golden State Warriors in Hawaii early after about five minutes after he pulled up with a non-contact injury. He limped off to the locker room and didn’t return. The team announced on Monday that Strus suffered a partial tear of the plantar fascia in his right foot. He’ll be reevaluated again in four weeks, meaning he will miss at least the start of
  
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• Grizzlies at Hawks, preseason: start time, TV, streaming, radio, game thread

  06-10-2026 00:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 14: (Editors Note: Tonal effects have been applied to this image) Kingston Flemings #4 of the Atlanta Hawks poses for a portrait during the 2026 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot at UNLV on July 14, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Hawks and Grizzlies meet in the preseason debut of Kingston Flemings, Zuby Ejiofor, and others.Please join in the comments below as you follow along.Where, When, and How to Watch and ListenLocation: Sta
  
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• Game Thread: Welcome to the preseason!

  06-10-2026 00:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, AZ - JANUARY 29: Cade Cunningham #2 of the Detroit Pistons and Dillon Brooks #3 of the Phoenix Suns boxes out during the game on January 29, 2026 at PHX Arena 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 Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images If
  
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• Observations after Sixers win preseason opener, Brown scores 22 in 1st half

  05-10-2026 23:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Observations after Sixers win preseason opener, Brown scores 22 in 1st half  originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaThe Sixers kicked off their preseason Monday night with a 120-97 win over the defending champion Knicks at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Jaylen Brown scored 22 points in the first half and watched the second from the bench. The Sixers sat a slew of players, including LeBron James, Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, Anfernee Simons, Dominick Barlow, Adem Bona (left foot sprain) and
  
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