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25th September 2026

The Athletic

Bob Pettit, NBA's first Most Valuable Player, dies at 93

Bob Pettit, who won the NBA's first MVP award in 1956 and was the first player to cross the 20,000-point threshold, passed away Wednesday.

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Yahoo Sports

NBA Hall of Famer Bob Pettit dies at 93

Bob Pettit, one of the NBA's earliest stars and once the league's all-time leading scorer, has died, the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame announced Thursday. He was 93 years old.No cause of death was provided for Pettit.

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The Athletic

NBA, players' unions amend betting harassment letter to include WNBA

The WNBA has been included in the group letter after being noticeably absent from the original version last week.

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RealGM

Julian Reese, Pelicans Sign Two-Way Deal

Julian Reese and the New Orleans Pelicans have signed a Two-Way contract. Reese was acquired by the Denver Nuggets' G League affiliate in August and subsequently waived.

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The Athletic

Sam Presti says Thunder need to find ‘new way’ to succeed after trading key players

In a wide-ranging news conference Thursday, Presti addressed the Thunder's cost-cutting offseason moves.

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RealGM

Jalen Duren's Camp Reacts To Report On Weight Concerns From Pistons

The Detroit Pistons privately raised concerns about Jalen Duren's weight following the team's Game 7 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in the second round of the playoffs.

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Yahoo Sports

KOC's Preseason Power Rankings for 2026-27 NBA season + the latest on Jalen Duren

Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor ShowApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeKevin O'Connor reveals his Preseason Power Rankings for the 2026-27 NBA season, with every move, surprise and question mark across the league dissected.

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The Athletic

Stephen Curry sheds light on eye condition that could have changed his career

Through his foundation and a paid partnership, Curry raises awareness about keratoconus, which he was diagnosed with in the 2018-19 season.

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Yahoo Sports

NBA dark-horse contenders? Raptors, Warriors among teams that could make unexpected run

Somehow, someway, we are only days away from the onslaught of media day and the opening of training camps in the NBA. A summer full of ideas, concepts, defensive schemes and drawn-up sets is closer to coming to fruition.

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Yahoo Sports

Mavericks center Dereck Lively II not cleared for training camp, 9 months after foot surgery

More than nine months after undergoing season-ending surgery to address "lingering pain and soreness" in his right foot, fourth-year center Dereck Lively II still has yet to be medically cleared to take the floor when the Dallas Mavericks begin training camp Saturday, according to ESPN's Tim MacMahon.

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24th September 2026

Yahoo Sports

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's next evolution: Why the 2-time MVP should give up touches to his Thunder teammates

Ten years ago, the Oklahoma City Thunder needed Russell Westbrook to do just about everything. James Harden was long gone, and Kevin Durant had left for Golden State, leaving Russ as both their star quarterback and workhorse running back.

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RealGM

Kevin Knox, Magic Sign Training Camp Contract

The Orlando Magic signed forward Kevin Knox II to a training camp contract. Knox is likely to land with the Osceola Magic for the G League season, as Orlando is likely to keep their final roster spot open into the season. Knox spent last season with the Windy City Bulls of the G League.

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Ibrahima Diallo, Jazz Sign Exhibit 10 Contract

The Utah Jazz signed center Ibrahima Diallo to an Exhibit 10 contract. Following the preseason, Diallo is expected to join the Salt Lake City Stars for the G League Season. Diallo played in 33 games for the Westchester Knicks of the G League last season.

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Trail Blazers Sign Barry Dunning Jr, Mark Sears To Camp Deals; Waive Mark Armstrong, Samson Johnson

The Portland Trail Blazers signed wing Barry Dunning Jr. and guard Mark Sears to Exhibit 10 contracts. Dunning and Sears are both eventually expected to join the Rip City Remix for the G League season.

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Nate Santos, Timberwolves Sign Training Camp Contract

The Minnesota Timberwolves signed forward Nate Santos to an Exhibit 10 contract. Following the preseason, Santos is expected to join the Iowa Wolves for the G League season. Santos played in 41 games for Iowa last season. The 6-foot-7 forward averaged 10.3 points and 3.2 rebounds per game.

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Cavaliers Sign Rashaun Agee, Zack Austin, Curtis Jones, Kadary Richmond To Camp Deals

The Cleveland Cavaliers signed a quartet of players to Exhibit 10 contracts. Rashaun Agee, Zack Austin, Curtis Jones and Kadary Richmond all inked non-guaranteed camp deals. The foursome is expected to eventually land with the Cleveland Charge for the upcoming G League season.

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Gave McGlothan, Celtics Sign Exhibit 10 Contract

The Boston Celtics signed forward Gabe McGlothan to an Exhibit 10 contract. Following the preseason, McGlothan is expected to join the Maine Celtics for the G League season. Maine recently acquired McGlothan's G League rights via trade.

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Yahoo Sports

Lawrence Tanter, longtime Lakers PA announcer, dies at 76

Gary Friedman via Getty ImagesLongtime Los Angeles Lakers public address announcer Lawrence Tanter died on Wednesday, the team announced.

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The Athletic

This Week in Sports Trivia: Sept. 24, 2026

How closely were you following the sports news this week? Find out and test your knowledge by taking The Athletic's weekly quiz.

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The Athletic

Inside Marc and Elisa Stad's rise: From modest beginnings to Timberwolves' owners

The new Timberwolves and Lynx owners built their fortune by thinking long term. They plan to bring that same approach to Minnesota.

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The Athletic

Jalen Duren's rare weight clause in Pistons' latest contract offer, explained

Weight clauses are not extremely common in the NBA, though certainly not unheard of, and sometimes resemble incentives.

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The Athletic

The Bucks (seriously!) and 4 other NBA teams that will exceed expectations in 2026-27

After some not-so-great picks last season, let's try again to identify some squads that could surpass their expected win totals.

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RealGM

Dereck Lively II Not Cleared For Training Camp With Foot Injury

Dereck Lively II still has not been cleared for training camp as he continues to recover from right foot surgery, sources told Tim MacMahon of ESPN. Lively appeared in just seven games last season before undergoing season-ending foot surgery in December.

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Hawks Sign Keon Johnson To Exhibit 10 Contract

The Atlanta Hawks signed Keon Johnson to an Exhibit 10 deal on Wednesday. Johnson averaged 10.6 points and 3.8 rebounds for the Nets in the 2024-25 season. Johnson averaged 16.4 points and 5.3 rebounds for the Maine Celtics last year.

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Timberwolves Sign Payton Sandfort To Training Camp Deal

The Minnesota Timberwolves signed Payton Sandfort to a training camp deal on Wednesday. Sandfort appeared in four games for the Thunder last season, averaging 8.8 points and 2.5 rebounds.

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Magic Sign Ricky Council, Jarron Cumberland To Training Camp Deals

The Orlando Magic signed Ricky Council and Jarron Cumberland to training camp deals on Wednesday. Council appeared in 73 games for the Sixers during the 2024-25 season, averaging 7.3 points and 2.9 rebounds.

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The Athletic

Longtime Lakers announcer Lawrence Tanter dies at 76: 'Forever in our hearts'

Tanter, the "voice of the Lakers" for 43 years, began working with the team as the public address announcer during the 1982-83 season.

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The Athletic

Stephen Curry on Warriors future as contract talks linger: 'I'm not going anywhere'

Curry, 38, is entering into the final season of a max extension that will pay him almost $63 million.

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The Athletic

Karl-Anthony Towns contract extension talks could linger into regular season: Sources

Towns has been eligible for a five-year, $272 million extension for the last two summers, but the two sides are far apart now.

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Yahoo Sports

New Rockets veteran Marcus Smart walked away from Lakers after 'disrespectful' offer

Marcus Smart could have remained with the Los Angeles Lakers for another season. But when it came time for contract talks, the offer that he got from the franchise was "disrespectful.

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Yahoo Sports

Contract talks between Karl-Anthony Towns, Knicks are reportedly at a standstill after NBA title run

Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks are apparently very far apart on a new contract extension ahead of training camp next week.

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RealGM

Karl-Anthony Towns, Knicks Unlikely To Sign Extension Before Start Of Camp

Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks have "stagnated" on their contract extension discussions and a deal before the start of training camp is considered unlikely. Despite the lack of progress, the talks have been described as "cordial.

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Hayden Gray, Celtics Sign Contract

Hayden Gray and the Boston Celtics have agreed to a contract. Gray appeared in one game with the Utah Jazz at the end of last season, scoring six points in 24.8 minutes.

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Nets Sign Ben Humrichous, Dain Dainja

The Brooklyn Nets have signed forwards Ben Humrichous and Dain Dainja. Humrichous, a 6-7, 227-pound forward, spent three seasons in Division I between Illinois (2024-26) and Evansville (2023-24). He averaged 8.7 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.1 assists across 96 games (52 starts) during that stretch.

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RealGM

Stephen Curry Still Weighing Options On Contract Extension With Warriors

Stephen Curry said his pending contract extension decision with the Golden State Warriors will not disrupt his performance or the team's chemistry as training camp approaches. Curry addressed the situation in comments to ESPN on Wednesday. "I don't want there to be no drama," said Curry.

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Yahoo Sports

Lonzo Ball reflects on how devastating knee injury altered his career, shuts down retirement talk

Fresh off signing a four-year, $85 million deal with the Chicago Bulls, Lonzo Ball was living up to his lofty expectations in his first season with the team. Through the team's first 40 games, Ball was the team's jack of all trades, and he was a major reason the Bulls had a 27-13 record.

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Yahoo Sports

The NBA's 5 most interesting newcomers, starring LeBron James, LaMelo Ball and the Lakers' big swing

With the 2026 NBA offseason now all but concluded, and with media day and training camp just around the corner, it's time to start looking ahead to what's coming next in the NBA.In that spirit, let's take a look at the five most interesting — to me! — folks who joined a new team this summer.

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Yahoo Sports

Stephen Curry says he wants 'no drama' during season over unresolved extension talks with Warriors

Stephen Curry has spent his entire 17-year NBA career with the Golden State Warriors. So, when Curry became eligible for a two-year extension with the team in August, it was expected he would quickly sign again and re-up for another couple seasons.

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RealGM

Pelicans Waive Dominique Daniels Jr, Solomon Washington

The New Orleans Pelicans waived guard Dominique Daniels Jr. and big man Solomon Washington. Daniels and Washington had signed Exhibit 10 contracts earlier in the week. Daniels and Washington are expected to join the Laketown Squadron for the upcoming G League season.

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Warriors Waive Obi Agbim

The Golden State Warriors have waived guard Obi Agbim. The Warriors had signed Agbim to an Exhibit 10 contract earlier in the week. Agbim is expected to join the Santa Cruz Warriors for the upcoming G League season.

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Timberwolves Sign, Waive Jalen Crutcher

The Minnesota Timberwolves signed Jalen Crutcher to an Exhibit 10 contract. The Wolves later waived Crutcher from that deal. The transaction sequence was designed to get Crutcher's Affiliate Player rights for the G League.

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Nets Waive DJ Rodman, Aaron Scott

The Brooklyn Nets waived guard DJ Rodman and forward Aaron Scott from their Exhibit 10 deals. Both players had signed non-guaranteed camp deals with Brooklyn earlier in the week. Rodman and Scott are expected to join the Long Island Nets for the upcoming G League season.

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23rd September 2026

Yahoo Sports

How will the Hornets replace LaMelo Ball? Here's what Charlotte is betting on this season

LaMelo Ball seemed irreplaceable in Charlotte. When Ball shared the floor with Brandon Miller and Kon Knueppel, the Hornets posted a 130.3 offensive rating, which was the best of any three-man combo that appeared in at least 60 games last season.

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RealGM

Spurs Sign Miles Barnstable To Exhibit 10 Contract

The San Antonio Spurs have signed guard Miles Barnstable to an Exhibit 10 contract. Following the preseason, Barnstable is expected to join the Austin Spurs for the upcoming G League season. Barnstable went undrafted out of Tulsa at the 2026 NBA Draft.

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Bulls Sign Houston Mallette, Peter Suder To Exhibit 10 Deals

The Chicago Bulls have signed Houston Mallette and Peter Suder to training camp deals. Both Mallette and Suder signed non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 contracts. Mallette went undrafted out of Alabama at the 2026 NBA Draft.

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RealGM

NBA Commences Investigation Into Bucks, Gary Trent Jr For Salary Cap Circumvention

After handing down punishments to the LA Clippers and Kawhi Leonard for their involvement in salary cap circumvention, the NBA has turned their eyes to another potential case of cap circumvention. The NBA has hired law firm Hecker Fink to investigate the Milwaukee Bucks and Gary Trent Jr.

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Pacers Sign James Johnson To Camp Deal; Waive Kowacie Reeves Jr, Jalen Warley

The Indiana Pacers are bringing a familiar face back for training camp. Veteran forward James Johnson has signed an Exhibit 9 contract with Indiana. Johnson did not play last season but was with the Pacers from 2022 through 2025. Indiana values the 16-year veteran's presence in the locker room.

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Yahoo Sports

Bucks reportedly being investigated by NBA for possible salary-cap circumvention in deal with Gary Trent Jr.

When the Milwaukee Bucks agreed to sign Gary Trent Jr. to a four-year, $64 million deal in July, red flags went up all around the league's office. Days later, reports emerged suggesting the NBA was looking into the signing, though details of the league's probe were scarce.

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RealGM

Trail Blazers Sign Mark Armstrong, Keylan Boone, Samson Johnson To Exhibit 10 Deals

The Portland Trail Blazers signed three players to training camp deals. Mark Armstrong, Keylan Boone and Samson Johnson all inked Exhibit 10 contracts with Portland. Armstrong played for the Texas Legends in the G League last season.

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Suns Sign John Camden, Corey Camper Jr, Sam Hoiberg To Training Camp Contracts

The Phoenix Suns signed a trio of players to Exhibit 10 contracts for training camp. John Camden, Corey Camper Jr. and Sam Hoiberg all inked non-guaranteed camp deals with Phoenix.

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Pistons Sign Jordan Riley To Camp Deal; Waive Drake Allen

The Detroit Pistons have signed wing Jordan Riley to an Exhibit 10 contract. The Pistons also waived guard Drake Allen from his Exhibit 10 contract. Riley went undrafted out of East Carolina at the 2026 NBA Draft.

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The Athletic

Kawhi Leonard may be a villain elsewhere, but he has found love in Toronto

Leonard seen as a villain might make sense to some, but his efforts with the Raptors in 2019 still carry weight for Toronto.

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The Athletic

Clippers name Trent Redden interim president of basketball ops in place of suspended Lawrence Frank

Redden will take over while Lawrence Frank serves a six-month suspension as part of the NBA's ruling in the salary cap circumvention case.

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The Athletic

A basketball star’s hidden pain, plus the Giants' cloudy future

Welcome to The Pulse, The Athletic's daily newsletter.

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The Athletic

An improbable NBA breakthrough, a descent into darkness: ‘We weren’t all that different’

Behind Duncan Robinson’s unlikely ascent was a hidden second life — a decade spent as his brother's quiet lifeline.

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The Athletic

What I'm hearing ahead of Knicks preseason: Jalen Brunson, KAT, roster battles and more

Here's a look at some of the key storylines for the Knicks during the preseason as training camp begins next week.

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The Athletic

NBA investigates Gary Trent Jr.'s Bucks deal. How does it compare to Kawhi-Clippers?

The NBA needs to learn if the Bucks and Trent purposefully agreed to enter into cheaper contracts with a plan to reward Trent in the future.

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RealGM

Javion Tyndale Commits To Seton Hall

Javion Tyndale announced his commitment to Seton Hall for the 2027 class on Tuesday. Tyndale, who is ranked No. 48 in the SC Next 100, is the school's highest-ranked recruit since 2014. "Coach Shaheen [Holloway] keeps it real, and I love that about him," Tyndale said.

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Dawson Battie Commits To Nebraska

Dawson Battie announced his commitment to Nebraska for the 2027 class on Tuesday. Battie is ranked No. 34 in the SC Next 100, making him Nebraska's second highest-ranked recruit in the past 20 years.

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Trent Redden To Serve As Clippers' Interim President Of Basketball Operations

The Los Angeles Clippers announced that general manager Trent Redden will serve as the team's interim president of basketball operations while Lawrence Frank serves a six-month suspension for circumventing the NBA's salary cap.

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Ryan Nembhard To Attract Interest From Multiple Teams, Including Nuggets, If Waived By Hornets

Multiple teams are expected to be interested in signing Ryan Nembhard should he get waived by the Charlotte Hornets, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The Nuggets are mentioned as a possible landing spot for Nembhard.

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Yahoo Sports

Rockets' Fred VanVleet ready for training camp; Kevin Durant doesn't want minutes reduced in 20th season

HOUSTON —To the untrained eye, Rockets guard Fred VanVleet's mild-mannered, almost stoic demeanor could have come across as unenthusiastic.

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RealGM

Hawks Acquire Dorian Finney-Smith From Hornets For Buddy Hield, Ryan Nembhard

The Atlanta Hawks have agreed to trade Buddy Hield, Ryan Nembhard and cash to the Charlotte Hornets for Dorian Finney-Smith. The Hornets acquired Finney-Smith from the Houston Rockets this offseason along with three future second round picks.

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Yahoo Sports

Hawks reportedly trading Buddy Hield, Ryan Nembhard to Hornets for Dorian Finney-Smith

The Atlanta Hawks are trading Buddy Hield, Ryan Nembhard and cash to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for forward Dorian Finney-Smith, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.

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The Athletic

Kawhi Leonard to sign 2-year, $115 million contract extension with Raptors

Kawhi Leonard, as expected, has pledged his commited to the franchise that traded for him for more than one season.

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Yahoo Sports

Kawhi Leonard signs 2-year, $115 million extension with Raptors

Kawhi Leonard is staying put. The Toronto Raptors decided to keep the 35-year-old around for multiple seasons, signing him to a two-year, $115 million extension, the team announced Wednesday.

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Yahoo Sports

Kawhi Leonard to reportedly sign 2-year, $115 million extension with Raptors

Kawhi Leonard is staying put. The Toronto Raptors decided to keep the 35-year-old around for multiple seasons, reportedly signing him to a two-year, $115 million extension Tuesday, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.

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RealGM

Kawhi Leonard, Raptors Sign Two-Year, $115M Extension

Kawhi Leonard and the Toronto Raptors have agreed to a two-year, $115 million extension. Leonard will have a player option for the 2028-29 season. Leonard now has $165 million over the next three seasons.

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Trae Young Says Hawks' Front Office Turnover Led To Trade To Wizards

Trae Young said turnover in the Atlanta Hawks' front office contributed to his falling out with the organization ahead of his January trade to the Washington Wizards. Young discussed the situation on the podcast of Brooklyn Nets forward and friend Michael Porter Jr., in an episode released Monday.

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The Athletic

Trae Young says he didn't feel 'as comfortable' with Hawks once new GM arrived

"There are so many things I won’t say until later on," Young, the former Hawks star, said. "Sometimes it’s better just to let things go.".

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RealGM

Boopie Miller, Nuggets Agree To Exhibit 10 Deal

Boopie Miller and the Denver Nuggets have signed an Exhibit 10 deal. Miller went undrafted in 2026 out of SMU after averaging 19.1 points, 3.8 rebounds, 6.4 assists and 1.5 steals in 35.2 minutes.

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The Athletic

The Bounce: Here are 5 off-the-wall reasons to be excited about the NBA season

Plus: Anthony Edwards was born to make sitcom cameos.

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22nd September 2026

Yahoo Sports

Must-watch Wizards? Trae Young, Anthony Davis, AJ Dybantsa and the NBA's weirdest group project

The Wizards spent the past few years trying to lose. Now they're trying to win and develop players at the same time. Half the roster is young, the other half is old.

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The Athletic

Donovan Mitchell's extension and 4 other questionable moves from 2026 NBA offseason

Some moves have better odds of success, and a few stand out every year as being unlikely to end up on the positive side of the ledger.

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The Athletic

The NBA season is less than a month away. Here are 30 reasons to be excited

Oct. 20 will be here soon. It's time to get hyped about the NBA season ahead.

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RealGM

Keonte Jones, Reese Dixon-Waters Sign Training Camp Deals With Nuggets

The Denver Nuggetes signed Keonte Jones and Reese Dixon-Waters to training camp deals on Monday. Jones averaged 7.7 points and 5.3 rebounds for Dayton last season. Dixon-Waters averaged 13.1 points and 3.6 rebounds for San Diego State last year. The Nuggets own G League rights to both players.

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Pistons Offer Jalen Duren Five-Year, $200M Deal

The Detroit Pistons have offered Jalen Duren a five-year, $200 million deal, sources confirmed to The Athletic. The new offer is a $10 million increase from their previously reported offer of five years and $190 million. The deal also includes a weight clause.

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Henri Veesaar Expected To Miss Upcoming Season With Torn ACL

Rookie Henri Veesaar is expected to miss the upcoming season due to a torn ACL, the Atlanta Hawks announced on Monday. Veesaar initially suffered the injury during a workout on September 15. Veesaar will undergo surgery in October.

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Fox Sports

‘Not a discount’: Kawhi’s $161m payday after Clipper's divorce; twins make history – Daily

Kawhi Leonard has cashed in after leaving his former team in tatters.

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Yahoo Sports

Pistons reportedly increase contract offer for restricted free agent Jalen Duren to 5 years, $200 million

One week before NBA teams are scheduled to open training camp, the Detroit Pistons have reportedly made an effort to get restricted free-agent center Jalen Duren to report.

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The Athletic

Doc Rivers, retired from coaching, steps back into TV booth for NBC Sports

Rivers last worked in the booth for ESPN/ABC before leaving to coach the Milwaukee Bucks in 2022.

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The Athletic

Why are Shaquille O'Neal cards suddenly jumping in value?

Long after retirement, O'Neal has suddenly become a focal point for card collectors reassessing NBA stars of the '90s.

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Yahoo Sports

Nicolas Batum announces retirement from NBA after 18 seasons

Longtime NBA forward Nicolas Batum announced his retirement from the league after 18 seasons in a video posted to social media. The video begins with a quote from Batum saying, "After 21 years, it's time for me to go home.

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Isaac McKneely, Hawks Sign Contract

The Atlanta Hawks have signed guard Isaac McKneely on Monday. McKneely spent this offseason with Atlanta's Summer League squad, appearing in seven games across two summer leagues, five as a starter. He averaged 6.7 points, 1.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 18.9 minutes per game.

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Yahoo Sports

Hawks rookie Henri Veesaar has a torn ACL

Atlanta Hawks rookie center Henri Veesaar has a torn right ACL. The Hawks announced the news on Monday. Veesaar suffered the injury during a workout on Sept. 15, and imaging revealed the diagnosis.

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Malachi Smith, Raptors Sign Two-Way Contract

Malachi Smith and the Toronto Raptors have agreed to a Two-Way contract. Smith signed a training camp deal with the Raptors in August. Smith appeared in 15 games last season with the Brooklyn Nets, averaging 8.3 points, 3.4 rebounds and 3.3 assists in 23.9 minutes.

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Jaden Bradley, Raptors Agree To Four-Year, $9.3M Deal

Jaden Bradley and the Toronto Raptors have agreed to a four-year, $9.3 million deal. Bradley initially signed a Two-Way contract with the Raptors after he was the 50th overall pick in the 2026 NBA draft out of Arizona.

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Yahoo Sports

Doc Rivers returns to broadcast booth, joins NBC ahead of 2026-27 NBA season

Over his 40 seasons of NBA experience, Hall of Famer Doc Rivers has learned a thing or two about the game. Because of that, Rivers will hop back into the broadcast booth for the 2026-27 NBA season, joining NBC as a basketball analyst, according to NBCSports.

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RealGM

Lakers Buyers Project $30B-$60B Valuation Within 10 Years

The incoming majority buyers of the Los Angeles Lakers are projecting the team's valuation could nearly triple within a decade, according to an investor presentation reviewed by The Wall Street Journal.

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Nicolas Batum Retires From NBA After 18 Seasons

Nicolas Batum announced his retirement Monday in a social media video featuring his 10-year-old son, Ayden. The 37-year-old spent 18 seasons in the NBA and 15 with the French national team before deciding to step away from the game. "Yeah, that's it," said Batum.

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Doc Rivers Retires From Coaching, Joins NBC As NBA Analyst

Doc Rivers has joined NBC as an NBA analyst for the 2026-27 season, the network announced Monday. Rivers will appear on games across NBC, Peacock and NBCSN, with the possibility of additional studio work throughout the year.

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Clippers Name John S. Gibson Interim CEO, Governor

The Los Angeles Clippers announced that John S. Gibson has been named interim Chief Executive Officer and Governor of the organization during the suspension to Steve Ballmer. Gibson will begin serving in the roles immediately.

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The Athletic

Raptors clarify Kyle Lowry tribute is temporary 'art installation,' not permanent statue

The golden sculpture in Lowry's image will be inside Scotiabank Arena on nights when the Raptors pay tribute to the franchise icon.

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Yahoo Sports

The true value of team chemistry, how to measure clutch + MLB, NFL & more with Joon Lee

Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor ShowApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeKevin O'Connor welcomes YouTuber and independent sports journalist Joon Lee for a wide-ranging conversation on analytics and their impact on modern sports.

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The Athletic

Nicolas Batum announces retirement after 18 seasons in the NBA

The French forward spent nearly two decades in the NBA with the Trail Blazers, Hornets, Clippers and 76ers.

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The Athletic

Clippers name interim governor to lead team while Steve Ballmer serves suspension

Attorney John S. Gibson will lead the Clippers' basketball and business operations.

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Yahoo Sports

Clippers reportedly name lawyer John Gibson as interim governor, CEO amid Steve Ballmer's suspension for Kawhi Leonard scandal

The Los Angeles Clippers have reportedly named Los Angeles-based lawyer John Gibson as the team's interim governor and CEO in the absence of now-suspended owner Steve Ballmer, ESPN's Shams Charania reported Monday.

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21st September 2026

Yahoo Sports

NBA Preseason Power Rankings: How all 30 teams stack up for 2026-27

LeBron James and Jaylen Brown are in Philadelphia, Giannis Antetokounmpo is in Miami, and Kawhi Leonard is back in Toronto.

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RealGM

Warriors Draftee Lajae Jones Signs With Pallacanestro Trieste In Italy

Golden State Warriors 2026 second-round draftee Lajae Jones has signed with Pallacanestro Trieste in Italy for the upcoming season. The Warriors drafted Jones out of Florida State with the 54th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.

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The Athletic

How the Spurs' lead guards can coexist, and why De'Aaron Fox still needs to start

San Antonio's best path for 2026-27 likely doesn't align with what's best a few years down the line.

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Sources

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