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• Warriors, Brandin Podziemski reportedly agree to five-year, $110 million contract extension

  10-10-2026 17:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  From the Warriors' perspective this feels like smart business, they hang on to someone they see as part of their future without impacting cap space.Golden State fan favorite Brandin Podziemski is staying in Golden State after the sides agreed to a five-year, $110 million rookie contract extension, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports. There is a mutual option for both the player and the team in the fifth year.That's solid starter money for the 6'4" guard who played in all 82 games for the Warrior
  
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• Preseason Game Preview: Knicks vs. Timberwolves, October 12, 2026

  12-10-2026 06:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - DECEMBER 23: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks handles the ball against Rudy Gobert #27 of the Minnesota Timberwolves in the third quarter at Target Center on December 23, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Knicks 115-104. 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 David Berding
  
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• NBA Should Make The Pistons Daytime Opening Game a New Tradition

  12-10-2026 06:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DETROIT, MI - OCTOBER 5: Cade Cunningham #2 of the Detroit Pistons handles the ball during the game against the Phoenix Suns during a preseason game on October 5, 2026 at Little Caesars Arena 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images)
  
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• Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown ignore each other in awkward Celtics-76ers pregame scene

  12-10-2026 05:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Philadelphia 76ers guard Jaylen Brown takes a shot prior to a preseason NBA basketball game against his former team, the Boston Celtics, Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, in Boston.During Saturday’s preseason game between the Celtics and the 76ers, NBA stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown completely ignored each other throughout warmups, making it pretty clear they’re still at odds.The Jays warm up on opposite sides of the court for the first time pic.twitter.com/0PO8MMNDF8— Celtics on N
  
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• 8 Takeaways from Cavs 119-105 preseason win over Magic: ‘It’s an adjustment’

  12-10-2026 05:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 11: Peyton Watson #8 of the Cleveland Cavaliers drives to the basket during the game against the Orlando Magic during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 11, 2026 at Rocket Arena 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Im
  
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• Mike Brown takes moment to bring Knicks together amid off-court drama: ‘Really cool’

  12-10-2026 04:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown speaks at a press conference as the New York Knicks practice at Madison Square Garden Training Center in Greenburgh, N.Y., Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026.This was a day for “mindfulness.” A day that Knicks coach Mike Brown used to remind his players that others can be going through their own personal issues they might not be aware of. Prior to practice Sunday, rather than watching film, Brown chose to discuss something beyond basketball. New Y
  
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• Karl-Anthony Towns on Knicks tabling contract extension talks: 'It was news to me'

  12-10-2026 03:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  New York Knicks management clearly thought talk about contract extensions for Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart were becoming a distraction, so they paused those talks until later in the season.That move caught Towns off guard, he told James Edwards of The Athletic."It was news to me," Towns said. "Very disappointed, to say the least. Let's state the obvious: It's a business, but there is business on the court for us to handle."Towns hits on a key point: This is a veteran New York roster that is
  
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• Are the Raptors rebranding to purple jerseys permanently?

  12-10-2026 03:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  TORONTO, ON - NOVEMBER 2 - Toronto Raptors guard Jamal Shead (23) celebrates a teamates basket as the Toronto Raptors will retire Vince Carter's jersey on a night they play the Sacramento Kings at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. November 2, 2024. (Photo by Steve Russell/Toronto Star via Getty Images) | Toronto Star via Getty Images The 2027-28 season is a year away from starting, and yet, there may already be something to be hopeful about for Raptors fans. On Sunday, Twitter account ProLine Mockups
  
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• Preseason Rapid Recap: Hornets 105, Bucks 90

  12-10-2026 03:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHARLOTTE, NC - OCTOBER 11: Naz Reid #0 of the Charlotte Hornets handles the ball during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks during a preseason game on October 11, 2026 at Spectrum Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Brock Williams-Smith/NBAE via Get
  
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• Final Score: Cavs beat Magic 119-105

  12-10-2026 03:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 11: James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers celebrates after scoring during the first quarter of a preseason game against the Orlando Magic at Rocket Arena on October 11, 2026 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 The Cleveland Cavaliers beat the
  
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• Wizards vs. Nets preview: Washington looks to stay hot against Brooklyn

  12-10-2026 02:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 08: AJ Dybantsa #4 of the Washington Wizards dribbles during the second half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on October 08, 2026 in New York City. The Wizards won 111-109. 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 Sarah Stier/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Washington Wizards host the Brook
  
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• Luke Kennard is showing the Suns he’s more than a shooter

  12-10-2026 02:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, AZ - OCTOBER 10: Luke Kennard #8 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs during a preseason game on October 10, 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 G
  
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• Karl-Anthony Towns ‘very disappointed’ Knicks shut down contract talks: ‘News to me’

  12-10-2026 01:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Karl-Anthony Towns didn’t sugarcoat his emotions. The Knicks’ decision to cut off contract extension talks via a statement released Friday didn’t sit well with him, coming as “news to me.” “Obviously very disappointed, to say the least. Let’s be honest here,” the big man said Sunday. “But even though there was no business done, there’s still business to be handled. After 53 years, we found a way to bring this trophy back to Ne
  
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• Lakers have a starting lineup dilemma on their hands

  12-10-2026 01:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  When first asked on Sept. 24 about the Lakers’ potential Opening Night starting lineup, coach JJ Redick provided clarity, humor and also uncertainty. The obvious clarity: Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler would make up 60% of the team’s first unit. Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic are obvious starters. Getty ImagesThe humor: Redick saying the two other starters “will not be two white guys”.And the uncertainty came from Redick openly acknowledging both o
  
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• Lakers’ Walker Kessler ready to play with ‘so much joy’ after lost season

  12-10-2026 01:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Walker Kessler had multiple ways to view an unfortunate situation.After suffering a season-ending left shoulder injury last October, the then 24-year-old center for the Utah Jazz could’ve felt robbed. He could’ve felt angry. He could’ve felt worried about his future.Instead, he chose to tell himself a different story.“It was tough, but I think it’s always important to remember things happen for a reason,” Kessler said at Lakers practice Sunday. “And
  
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• Cavs vs. Magic preseason game thread

  12-10-2026 00:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OHIO - MARCH 24: Evan Mobley #4 of the Cleveland Cavaliers dribbles down the court during the second half against the Orlando Magic at Rocket Arena on March 24, 2026 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 Nick Cammett/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Cleveland Cavaliers have their second and final home pres
  
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• Walker Kessler’s Lakers debut remains a mystery despite eagerness

  12-10-2026 00:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Walker Kessler is eager to make his preseason debut for the Lakers. Whether that comes on Tuesday night against the Warriors remains to be seen. Kessler progressed to participating during the live action portion of Sunday’s practice after doing everything else but live drills during Saturday’s session. Lakers center Walker Kessler provided reporters with an update on his left pinky finger injury after Sunday’s practice. Khobi PriceThe 7-foot-2 big man sat out of
  
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• Preseason Preview #4: Wolves at Knicks Game Thread

  11-10-2026 23:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MIAMI, FL - OCTOBER 10: Zyon Pullin #15 of the Minnesota Timberwolves looks to pass the ball during the game against the Miami Heat on October 10, 2026 at Kaseya Center in Miami, 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Fr
  
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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 10/11/26

  11-10-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 8: The sneakers worn by Jaylon Tyson #20 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the game against the Boston Celtics on October 8, 2026 at Rocket Arena 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Lauren Leigh Bacho/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Ima
  
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• JJ Redick feels the Lakers are in a good spot so far this preseason

  11-10-2026 21:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 08: Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts to a foul call against the Sacramento Kings during the third 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 Preseason resu
  
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• Watch Trae Young, Daniss Jenkins get ejected after pushing incident

  11-10-2026 18:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Trae Young put on a passing display to open Saturday night's preseason game against Detroit, with eight assists in the first quarter. Then, in the third quarter he was done for the night after this happened following a Ron Holland dunk.Trae Young and Daniss Jenkins each received double techs after a scuffle during Wizards Pistons
  Both were ejected from the game. pic.twitter.com/WFVr59AMDf— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) October 11, 2026There isn't really much there, just a little pushin
  
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• Knicks Bulletin: ‘We’re gonna have each other’s back, regardless’

  11-10-2026 16:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 30: Jalen Brunson #11 talks to OG Anunoby #8 and Josh Hart #3 of the New York Knicks during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers during Round 1 Game 5 of the 2024 NBA Playoffs on April 30, 2024 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 2
  
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• Raptors beat the Clippers, 114-106, in first game post-Kawhi trade

  11-10-2026 15:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  VANCOUVER, CANADA - OCTOBER 10: Nimari Burnett #25 of the Toronto Raptors dunks the ball during the game against the LA Clippers during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 10, 2026 at the Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia, 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 Jordan Jon
  
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• Kings center Maxime Raynaud out at least two weeks with right knee injury

  11-10-2026 15:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kings center Maxime Raynaud out at least two weeks with right knee injury originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaMaxime Raynaud will miss at least the next two weeks with a right knee injury, the Kings announced Sunday.An MRI revealed a right patellar subluxation — a partial dislocation of the kneecap — and the second-year center will be re-evaluated in approximately two weeks.The Kings announce a minimum two-week absence for Maxime Raynaud after an MRI confirmed a right patellar
  
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• On This Date in Knicks History: NY signs Trey Burke

  11-10-2026 15:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHARLOTTE, NC - JANUARY 28: Trey Burke #23 of the New York Knicks handles the ball during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on January 28, 2019 at Spectrum Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Brock Williams-Smith/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via
  
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• 6 things from the Mavericks’ 132-115 preseason win over the Houston Rockets in Macao

  11-10-2026 14:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  MACAO, CHINA - OCTOBER 11: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Dallas Mavericks drives to the basket during the game Houston Rockets as part of 2026 NBA China Games on October 11, 2026 in Macao, China at Venetian Arena. 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 Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE vi
  
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• Laying The Foundations: Takeaways From Celtics/Sixers

  11-10-2026 14:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 10: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics handles the ball during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 10, 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 Two
  
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• Timberwolves Survey: Canis Pulsus Vol. 51 - Season Predictions

  11-10-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It’s been a while since we’ve done one of these! Some things have changed here at Canis Hoopus, but the now long-standing tradition of polling our community has not. Does it take me hours to collect responses, write up summaries, and chop up charts to show you the results? Yes. Do a lot of people read, let alone click on the results piece? No.But it’s a labor of love.At some point in the future, I’ll have to start going through some old results and pulling receipts on peo
  
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• The Suns gave us a glimpse of what preseason progress looks like

  11-10-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, AZ - OCTOBER 10: Jalen Green #4 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs during a preseason game on October 10, 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 Kate Frese/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty
  
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• Milwaukee Bucks vs. Charlotte Hornets Preseason Preview & Game Thread: Go time

  11-10-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - JANUARY 02: Myles Turner #3 of the Milwaukee Bucks blocks a shot by Brandon Miller #24 of the Charlotte Hornets during the first quarter at Fiserv Forum on January 02, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) | Getty Images Game three of the preseason pits
  
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