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LeBron James offense creator: 3 surprising plans revealed

Philadelphia 76ers coach Nick Nurse views LeBron James as an “offense creator,” according to ESPN. Rather than prioritize scoring, Nurse envisions James…

1 day ago

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Jaelen House cut by Jazz after best 17.3-point G League year

The Utah Jazz waived Jaelen House on Thursday, three days into camp. The former Mountain West Defensive Player of the Year averaged 17.3 points in 2025-26.

2 days ago

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Wembanyama betting stance: Spurs star, 22, rejects huge cash

Wembanyama betting stance is firm: the Spurs star says he will never promote sportsbooks, calling it “very sad” that some NBA players do. Here is what he said.

2 days ago

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Donovan Mitchell Adidas deal secures remarkable 10th shoe

Donovan Mitchell Adidas deal: The Cavaliers star signed a multiyear extension that runs through his 10th signature shoe and aids his former high school.

Oct 1, 2026

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Dillon Brooks DUI charge revealed 7 months after arrest

The Dillon Brooks DUI charge stems from a March arrest in Scottsdale. The Suns forward faces an Oct. 28 arraignment and a separate reckless driving case.

Oct 1, 2026

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NBA Vegas expansion: 3 powerful finalists eye $12B prize

NBA Vegas expansion is down to three finalists, led by the Lauries, Apostolopoulos and Lasry, and Foley and Colangelo, with a price of at least $12 billion.

Oct 1, 2026

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Ryan Nembhard: Nuggets add remarkable 23-assist passer

Ryan Nembhard signed a two-way deal with the Denver Nuggets on Sept. 30 after a rookie year in Dallas that included a 23-assist game. KJ Simpson was waived.

Oct 1, 2026

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Karl-Anthony Towns extension: Knicks face huge 2027 risk

Karl-Anthony Towns extension talks have stalled, with the Knicks and their star center tens of millions apart. He has a $61.1 million player option for 2027-28.

Oct 1, 2026

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Dallas Mavericks Among the NBA’s 7 Most Despised Teams

According to Hard Rock Bet’s survey of 2,000 NBA fans, the Dallas Mavericks were ranked among the NBA’s top seven most despised teams. The Mavericks received 3.4% of…

Sep 30, 2026

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Damian Lillard Believes Portland’s Crowded Backcourt Can Thrive

Damian Lillard has never been one to flinch at a challenge. Over the years, he’s carried the Trail Blazers through roster shakeups, coaching changes, and playoff battles that…

Sep 29, 2026

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DeMar DeRozan Heads to Denver: A Veteran Star Searching for One More Run in 2027

For DeMar DeRozan, the call from Denver wasn’t just another offer, it was a lifeline to meaningful basketball. After weeks of uncertainty in a slow‑moving free‑agent market, the…

Aug 21, 2026

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Klay Thompson’s Miami Move Signals a Fresh Start for a Veteran Sharpshooter

For Klay Thompson, Friday felt like the end of a long, uneven road in Dallas. The Mavericks officially announced a buyout of his $17.5 million expiring contract, closing…

Aug 21, 2026

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Joe Tsai’s Candid Reaction to the Knicks Championship Reveals a City Split in Two

The New York Knicks finally climbed the mountain this summer, ending a 53‑year title drought and flooding Manhattan with more than two million fans in a parade that felt like…

Aug 19, 2026

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Victor Wembanyama Embraces Leadership as France’s New Captain for 2027 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers

Victor Wembanyama has lived under a spotlight since he was a teenager, and somehow, every time the bar rises, he meets it with a calm that feels almost…

Aug 19, 2026

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Chicago Bulls Legend Calls For a Reunion After Tragic Passing

Chicago Bulls legend Horace Grant recently called for a Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen reunion in the wake of his former Bulls teammate Stacey King’s tragic passing in…

Aug 8, 2026

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Miami Heat Remain Interested in Klay Thompson

The Miami Heat reportedly remains interested in Dallas Mavericks veteran sharpshooter Klay Thompson. The Heat has also shown some interest in veteran guard Bradley Beal and veteran forward…

Aug 1, 2026

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Dallas Mavericks’ Potential Plans for Dereck Lively II

The Dallas Mavericks reportedly began contract extension talks with center Dereck Lively II ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. Lively II, 22, is eligible for a new contract…

Jul 29, 2026

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Nuggets Match Thunder’s Offer Sheet to Keep Spencer Jones

The Denver Nuggets didn’t wait long. As soon as Oklahoma City tried to pry Spencer Jones away with a two‑year, $12 million offer sheet, Denver responded with the…

Jul 28, 2026

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Kentavious Caldwell‑Pope Plans To Sign With 76ers After Buyout From Grizzlies

Kentavious Caldwell‑Pope has never been the loudest voice in the room, but he’s always been the kind of player championship teams trust. Now, after finalizing a buyout with…

Jul 28, 2026

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Detroit Pistons Jalen Duren Reportedly Considering Unexpected Free Agency Gambit

The Detroit Pistons entered the offseason expecting to lock up Jalen Duren as a cornerstone of their young core. Instead, negotiations have turned into one of the NBA’s…

Jul 27, 2026

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LeBron James Makes Stunning Decision: Veteran Star Heads to Philadelphia

The NBA has seen its share of seismic offseason moments, but few land with the emotional weight and historical gravity of James choosing to extend his legendary career…

Jul 24, 2026

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Jordan Walsh Secures 3-Year Extension as Celtics Bet on His Growth

Jordan Walsh has never been the type to shrink from a challenge. Not at Arkansas, not during his uneven rookie season in Boston, and certainly not now, fresh…

Jul 23, 2026

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Stephen Curry’s Hall of Fame Exhibit Marks a New Chapter in an Already Legendary Career

There are moments in sports when history doesn’t wait for retirement. Stephen Curry just created one of those moments. The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced a…

Jul 22, 2026

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Miami Heat Clarify Accidental Posting as LeBron James’ Free Agency Drama Intensifies

For a few chaotic hours on Tuesday night, Miami felt like the center of the basketball universe again. Not because of a blockbuster trade, not because of a…

Jul 22, 2026