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• Wolves 125, Heat 124: Keep Your Secrets!

  11-10-2026 05:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MIAMI, FL - OCTOBER 10: Bones Hyland #8 of the Minnesota Timberwolves moves 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 With the M
  
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• NBA power rankings 2026-27: Championship Tiers, with Knicks, Spurs Thunder in top three spots

  12-10-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NBC Sports weekly NBA Power Rankings are back, bigger and better than ever. This preseason edition of the rankings puts teams into championship tiers, broken down this way:• Title Contenders. This is self-explanatory. These are highly talented teams that don't need things to go perfectly to win it all.
  • Second Circle Contenders. Teams that could make a run to the conference finals or NBA Finals, but need to answer bigger questions and/or have no margin for error.
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• NBA top 100 players for 2026-27 season: Our rankings from 100 to 51

  12-10-2026 13:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With another NBA season set to tip off, we asked our experts at USA TODAY Sports and For The Win to rank the top 100 players who will take the court in 2026-27 – regardless of position, regardless of experience and regardless of usage.While we can’t know yet how rookies will adapt to professional basketball, how veterans will integrate with new teammates and how coaches will choose to employ individual players for the betterment of their teams, we can judge talent and skill.From supe
  
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• Kenny Atkinson believes he’s cracked the code for Evan Mobley

  12-10-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OH - SEPTEMBER 28: Evan Mobley #4 of the Cleveland Cavaliers poses for a portrait during NBA media day on September 28, 2026 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse 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 Images
  
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• After 19 Months Away, Kyrie Irving Returns To Basketball

  12-10-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MACAU, CHINA - OCTOBER 11: Kyrie Irving #11 of Dallas Mavericks pulls up Cooper Flagg #32 of Dallas Mavericks during NBA China Games 2026 between Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets at The Venetian Arena on the Cotai Strip on October 11, 2026 in Macau, China. 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 Zhizhao Wu/Getty Images) | Getty Images
  
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• YouTube Gold: Pete Maravich Torches The Knicks

  12-10-2026 12:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NY - 1974: Pete Maravich #7 of the New Orleans Jazz drives against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden circa 1974 in New York, NY. 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 1970 NBAE (Photo by NBA Photos/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images In his day, Pete Maravich was called a hot d
  
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• Mavs down Rockets 132-115 in China part deux

  12-10-2026 11:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MACAO, CHINA - OCTOBER 11: Reed Sheppard #15 of the Houston Rockets dribbles the ball during the game against the Dallas Mavericks 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)
  
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• MMBets: The Toronto Raptors are looking for lightning again with Kawhi Leonard

  12-10-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Raptors have been stuck in purgatory since Kawhi Leonard left in 2019. They have been okay at times but bad for the majority, and have not made it out of the first round in the last six seasons. Something needed to change, which obviously meant bringing back Kawhi Leonard. Leonard’s age-35 season will be north of the border once again, but with a younger group than his first go-around. Toronto clearly believes that Leonard’s career-high 27.9 points in 65 games last year is g
  
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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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