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• Warriors were interested in Ben Simmons before he signed with Kings

  05-09-2026 02:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 23: Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers is fouled by Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on March 23, 2021 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 the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) | Getty Images Put another shrimp on the barbie in Sacramento, mates. B
  
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• Open Thread: Bismack Biyombo unveils Katanga Elite School

  11-09-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX - JUNE 5: Bismack Biyombo #18 of the San Antonio Spurs arrives to the arena before the game against the New York Knicks during Game Two of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 5, 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 Joe Murphy/NBAE vi
  
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• Knicks’ interest in veteran free-agent center emerges ahead of training camp

  11-09-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 19: Tony Bradley #13 of the Indiana Pacers dunks the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena on January 19, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Pacers 113-104. 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 Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images The New York Knic
  
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• Twitter Gold: Cooper Flagg And Jared McCain Come Home To Hoop

  11-09-2026 11:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 20: Jared McCain #20 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives to the basket against Cooper Flagg #32 of the Dallas Mavericks at Xfinity Mobile Arena on December 20, 2025 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. The 76ers defeated the Mavericks 121-114. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
  
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• What to expect, hope for Brooklyn Nets’ young players entering 2026-27

  11-09-2026 10:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ryan Stetz/NBAE via Getty Images I did not write anything about the Brooklyn Nets’ play at Las Vegas Summer League. Nor the California Classic, for that matter. Let’s amend that and a look at an assortment of Brooklyn’s young players, examining what we saw during the summer and what we’d like to see in 2026-27. Again, limited to those that played this summer. Sorry, Nolan Traoré. I like the haircut though.Mikel Brown Jr.Like you, I cannot wait to watch Mikel Brown
  
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• Department of Justice opens criminal inquiry into Clippers, Kawhi Leonard | report

  11-09-2026 05:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fallout for the Los Angeles Clippers and Kawhi Leonard from the NBA's salary cap circumvention investigation may be far from over.U.S. Department of Justice prosecutors have opened a criminal inquiry regarding the matter, according to the New York Times.News of the federal probe follows the revelation through a separate NBA investigation that the Clippers circumvented the league's salary cap rules, secretly helping arrange sponsorship contracts for Leonard that provided him income beyond the thr
  
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• Clippers under federal investigation for Kawhi Leonard salary cap circumvention, per report

  11-09-2026 05:01 via cbssports.com
  
  Federal prosecutors in Brooklyn have opened a criminal investigation one week after the NBA punished the Clippers
  
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• Jalen Brunson’s SNL hosting gig could open door for steph Curry

  11-09-2026 03:51 via yahoo.com
  MR. THROWBACK -- "Eric Roth Costs a Fortune, Bro" Episode 106 -- Pictured: (l-r) Stephen Curry as himself, Tien Tran as Lucy -- (Photo by: David Moir/Peacock via Getty Images) Fresh off of bringing the New York Knicks their first title in more than 50 years, Jalen Brunson has been tapped to host the season premiere of “Saturday Night Live.” It may have to wait until he retires, but Steph Curry should be the next hooper to take the stage at 30 Rock.FIRST FOUR OF SEASON 52!!! pic.twitt
  
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• Justice Department opens federal investigation into Clippers' dealings with Kawhi Leonard

  11-09-2026 03:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NBA brought the hammer down on the LA Clippers and owner Steve Ballmer for circumventing the salary cap to funnel more money to Kawhi Leonard — and now federal prosecutors are looking into the matter.The Justice Department has opened a criminal investigation into the Clippers' efforts to secure "no-show" endorsement deals for Kawhi Leonard, the New York Times reports. This investigation is being run out of the U.S. Attorney's Office in Brooklyn, the office that has traditionally looked
  
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• U.S. Department of Justice reportedly opens criminal probe into dealings between Clippers, Kawhi Leonard

  11-09-2026 03:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dealings between the Los Angeles Clippers, Kawhi Leonard and third-party vendors are now under federal criminal investigation. The New York Times reported Thursday that the U.S. Department of Justice has initiated its own investigation into the matter after an NBA probe determined that the Clippers, team owner Steve Ballmer and Leonard circumvented the league's salary cap via third-party deals that funneled tens of millions of dollars to the seven-time NBA All-Star.Per the Times, the federal pro
  
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• Warriors fan mob shuts down Steph Curry autograph session after Beijing workout

  11-09-2026 02:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stephen Curry intended to turn his post-workout exit in Beijing into an autograph stop. The crowd turned it into an evacuation.Footage from Curry’s China tour shows the Warriors star emerging from a building in a gray sleeveless shirt, a white towel around his neck and a Curry-branded cap after completing a workout.Curry initially appeared willing to linger. He briefly stopped as a fan handed him a red jersey to sign, but the opportunity disappeared as dozens of people closed around him wi
  
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• Clippers facing federal criminal probe after bombshell NBA findings

  11-09-2026 02:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Los Angeles Clippers’ salary-cap scandal just went from an NBA headache to a federal problem.Federal prosecutors have opened a criminal investigation into the franchise over allegations it circumvented the NBA’s salary cap involving star player Kawhi Leonard.The probe comes just days after the NBA dropped a staggering punishment on the Clippers, fining the team $30 million, suspending owner Steve Ballmer for one year and stripping the franchise of five first-round draft picks.Los
  
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• Spurs Villain Tournament: Elite 8

  11-09-2026 01:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DALLAS - NOVEMBER 18: Owner Mark Cuban of the Dallas Mavericks reacts during the game against the San Antonio Spurs on November 18, 2009 at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. The Mavericks won 99-94. 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 2009 NBAE (Photo by Tim Heitman/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE vi
  
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• Lakers legend has hilarious nickname for Luka Doncic’s revamped roster

  11-09-2026 01:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Los Angeles Lakers have a new center, a new supporting cast, and for the first time since 2018, no LeBron James.That prompted former Lakers and Clippers forward Matt Barnes to give them a new nickname.Welcome to the “Snowtime Lakers.”Luka Doncic #77 and Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers hold hands during a time out in the second half of a game against the Chicago Bulls at Crypto.com Arena on March 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Image
  
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• The Suns have more ways to attack. What happens to Dillon Brooks?

  11-09-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - APRIL 22: Dillon Brooks #3 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder during Round One Game Two of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 22, 2026 at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 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 Barr
  
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• Lakers’ massive gamble could become a ‘regular-season wins machine’

  11-09-2026 00:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Los Angeles Lakers spent like Walker Kessler must become much more than a conventional center.Kevin O’Connor and Raj Chipalu believe he could be the piece that stabilizes the Lakers on both ends — and turns its revamped core into a relentless regular-season operation.Los Angeles Lakers Walker Kessler throws out the first pitch before a game against the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday, September 3, 2026, in Los Angeles. Wally Skalij for CA PostDiscussing Kessler on “The Kevi
  
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• Mikel Brown gets kudos from those who went before

  11-09-2026 00:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 15: Mikel Brown Jr. #0 of the Brooklyn Nets poses for a portrait during the 2026 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot on July 15, 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 Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) | NB
  
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• Knicks Mailbag: What's Miles McBride's future with New York?

  11-09-2026 00:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It's another edition of Knicks Mailbag, with SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley ready to answer your questions surrounding the team. Let's get started...What’s your read on McBride's future with Knicks? Is he a likely trade piece for a big? Love him but feels hard to see him extended - @SBart_89**This one is tricky because Miles McBride has definitely earned a raise. He’s outplayed his contract (3 years, $13 million) by a significant amount. The problem here is that the Knicks are up against
  
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• Lakers catch stray during Jonathan Kuminga introductory press conference

  11-09-2026 00:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jonathan Kuminga explains why he signed with the Los Angeles Lakers during the offseason.Jonathan Kuminga kept it honest during his introductory presser with the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday afternoon.“I wanted to go to a winning culture,” Kuminga said after he was asked about his priority, despite having opportunities to sign with other teams for money.While his comments were not directly aimed at the Los Angeles Lakers, they came after ESPN’s Shams Charania revealed he
  
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• Video: NBA star Jaylen Brown competes in last-minute boxing match in Nigeria

  10-09-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Boston Celtics star, now Philadelphia 76ers player Jaylen Brown decided to get in the squared circle with absolutely no preparation in Nigeria. Brown took part in a boxing match earlier this week, a little over a month before the start of his first season in his new city. Footage of the boxing match was shown on Brown’s clips page on Instagram. View this post on InstagramBrown commented on the post saying he ‘had 0 prep for this,” although he does have some boxing in his
  
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• Warriors agree to terms: Former top draft pick will be in training camp

  10-09-2026 22:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The San Francisco 49ers weren’t the Bay Area’s only team forging an Australian connection this week.Alex Toohey, the forward from Canberra, Australia, originally drafted by the Golden State Warriors before being waived is coming back for training camp, according to multiple reports.Alex Toohey of the Golden State Warriors arrives at the arena before a game against the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at the Moda Center Arena in Portland, Oregon. NBAE via Getty Ima
  
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• From Luka Doncic bobblehead to 2020 Championship rings, Lakers celebrating present and past

  10-09-2026 22:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  From bobbleheads celebrating current stars to ones honoring key figures of the past, to Hello Kitty – yes, Hello Kitty – the Lakers are slated to have a well-rounded promotional nights schedule for 2026-27. The team announced Thursday their full slate of promotional nights and special recognitions for the upcoming season.The Lakers are having bobblehead giveaways of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves during the 2026-27 season. Getty ImagesThey’ll celebrate superstar guard Luka
  
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• NBA mailbag: Are the Celtics still a title contender? Which teams are flying under the radar?

  10-09-2026 22:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  After what has felt like the longest offseason in recent memory, the 2026-27 NBA season is right around the corner. In less than three weeks, all 30 teams will answer wide-ranging questions about their summer business and future expectations. But why wait? Thanks to those of you who sent in inquiries of your own, let’s get to it.Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Football league for the 2026 NFL seasonAre the Celtics still an NBA title contender after losing Jaylen Brown? — @thomasnoble1
  
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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 9/10/26

  10-09-2026 22:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 18: The sneakers worn by Malik Williams #37 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the game against the Miami Heat during the 2025 NBA Summer League game on July 18, 2025 at the Pavilion 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Imag
  
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• Why Lakers’ Sandro Mamukelashvili is a sneaky amazing offseason signing

  10-09-2026 21:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  When the floodgates opened for the Lakers’ offseason additions, there were four players who received long-term deals from the franchise.Walker Kessler: The big man the Lakers coveted for years and were finally able to make their marquee addition via a sign-and-trade with the Jazz, and inking Kessler to a four-year, $130 contract. Quentin Grimes: The versatile, two-way guard the Lakers signed to a four-year, $60 million deal, and is expected to be a Day 1 starter after bouncing around
  
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• Lakers talk with Raj Chipalu, Spurs next steps & the Cybercab experience with Sawyer Merritt

  10-09-2026 21:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor ShowApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeFor today's Kevin O'Connor Show, KOC is joined by Raj Chipalu from Lakers Screen & Roll to continue the NBA Entertainment rankings with Luka Doncic's Lakers. Who's the fifth starter for Los Angeles? Can Luka win MVP with this roster?Then, KOC reviews the young Spurs fresh off an NBA Finals appearance. What will they do with Dylan Harper?Plus, EV + tech guru Sawyer Merritt joins to talk about Tesla's new Cybercab.01:01 Ente
  
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• Jonathan Kuminga on coming to Minnesota, 'I think I'll say it's one of the best decisions I made'

  10-09-2026 20:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jonathan Kuminga turned down more guaranteed money from the Lakers — nearly twice as much per year — and elsewhere to come to Minnesota on a two-year, $13 million contract that could have him back on the free agent market next summer. Kuminga is betting on himself. Again.It's not the decision every free agent would make, but Kuminga sounded comfortable with it in his introductory press conference in Minnesota Thursday."Just looking back, I think I'll say it's one of the best decision
  
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• The Clippers have another PR problem, and two former Suns are involved

  10-09-2026 20:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  INGLEWOOD, CA - OCTOBER 24: Chris Paul #3 and Bradley Beal #0 of the LA Clippers high five during the game against the Phoenix Suns on October 24, 2025 at Intuit Dome 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Jim Poorten/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Image
  
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• Nike’s newest NBA alternate jerseys are getting roasted by everyone

  10-09-2026 20:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NBA has a checkered history with alternate uniforms, to put it lightly. While throwbacks and retro-inspired designs often strike the right chord between nostalgia and innovation, many of the recent designs aimed at pushing on-court fashion forward feel like a miss. It feels like an absolute shame that the greatest moment of LeBron James’ career happened in sleeved jerseys back when Adidas had the NBA contract. Nike took over as the league’s official jersey maker two years later,
  
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• NBA Offseason News/Rumors 2026: Jalen Duren seriously considering qualifying offer, Ben Simmons contract

  10-09-2026 19:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  We are less than two weeks away from some teams opening NBA training camps (teams leaving the country for NBA overseas preseason games), and 18 days from training camps opening across the league. This tends to be a slow time for NBA news, but things are happening, including new rumors about Jalen Duren's situation.Jalen Duren’s qualifying offerThe situation remains the same. Jalen Duren wants to get paid like the All-NBA player he is — 19.5 points and 10.5 rebounds per game last seas
  
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