The Spurs kick off the 2026-27 NBA season with superstar Victor Wembanyama leading a young, talented core that includes De’Aaron Fox and rising guard Stephon Castle. All local games run from Oct. 20, 2026, to Apr. 11, 2027, stream exclusively on DAZN SAS, with national contests on NBC/Peacock, Prime Video, ESPN, ABC, and NBA TV. The schedule lists key matchups like the Oct. 20 Thunder‑Spurs opener (9:30 PM ET) and marquee games against the Mavericks, Warriors, Lakers, and Celtics. DAZN provides on‑demand replays, highlights, and multi‑device access, making it the go‑to platform for Spurs fans without cable.
It was very important that the Raptors found a way to win despite inefficient shooting.
After Oso Ighodaro suffers an oblique strain that sidelines him for the Suns’ upcoming game against Golden State, Phoenix’s center depth plummets to Khaman Maluach, Duop Reath and Drew Timme. With Mark Williams out after shoulder labrum surgery and a $4.4 million cap space opening, the Suns could chase free‑agent veterans. The article highlights 35‑year‑old Dwight Powell—13‑year NBA veteran, 6.5 pts, 4.2 reb per game, 83rd‑percentile defender—as a prime rebounding and rim‑protection option to shore up the bench. It also notes the uncertain recovery timeline for Ighodaro, ranging from 1 to 8+ weeks depending on injury grade.
Golden State beat Atlanta 67-62 in Game 4 at State Farm Arena to tie the WNBA Finals 2-2. The Dream had 18 turnovers, 14 before halftime. Game 5 is Monday.
Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg suffers a mild left‑shoulder sprain, revealed by an MRI after Friday’s win in Indiana. He will miss the home opener against San Antonio on Saturday and will be reevaluated next week, with his return uncertain for the Monday, Wednesday and Friday games. The 2025 No. 1 overall pick, Rookie of the Year, is averaging 23.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 3.0 steals and 1.0 block in the first two games of the 2026‑27 season. Flagg joins nine other Mavericks on the injury report, including Kyrie Irving and Max Christie, as Dallas adopts a cautious approach to early‑season injuries.
Two games are just two games. But one key stat suggests the Miami Heat are off to the worst two-game start in franchise history to begin the Giannis Antetokounmpo era. Coming off two blowout losses to the Minnesota Timberwolves and Detroit Pistons, the Miami Heat have a minus-42 point differential. According to Stathead, that point […]
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The Philadelphia 76ers will play the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2026, but LeBron James sits out due to low‑back sciatica. The Bucks, now rebuilding after Giannis Antetokounmpo’s move to Miami, are 0‑2 and seek their first win after a 132‑125 loss to Chicago. Philadelphia, 2‑0, continues its strong start with James averaging 15.5 points, 9.5 rebounds and 6 assists in his first two games in a 76ers jersey. All 15 Bucks are healthy, and the team recently shifted its home opener to accommodate the city’s World Series excitement.
Luka Doncic wishes to be a Laker for the rest of his career.
The Mavericks enter their home opener against the San Antonio Spurs with 10 players listed on the injury report. Kyrie Irving (left knee management) and rookie Cooper Flagg (left shoulder sprain) are among the questionable, while Max Christie, Zaccharie Risacher and Morez Johnson Jr. also miss time. Jett Howard is doubtful with calf tightness, and Santi Aldama, Tarik Biberović, Dereck Lively II and Caleb Martin are out after surgeries or sprains. Despite the setbacks, Irving scored 24 points in Friday’s 121‑105 win at Indiana, his second game back from a torn ACL. Coach Dusty May says the staff is proceeding cautiously early in the season.
Jayson Tatum quieted the noise on Friday night with 36 points and key clutch baskets to lead the Celtics past the Knicks.
Here is why the Heat are already in trouble after an 0-2 start, even with Giannis playing like an MVP and doing everything to keep them competitive.
Cooper Flagg will be on the sidelines for a brief period after picking up a shoulder injury during the Dallas Mavericks’ game against the Indiana Pacers on Friday night. Flagg started the second season of his budding NBA career. He earned multiple accolades as a rookie last season, winning Rookie of the Year as he […]
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The Phoenix Suns must overhaul effort and execution before facing the Golden State Warriors, says analyst Dillon Brooks. After a disastrous season opener in Portland—falling behind 21-0 and shooting just 15‑of‑36 from the Suns’ core trio (Booker, Brooks, Green)—the team’s frontcourt depth is tested with Mark Williams and Oso Ighodaro out. Coach expects bench players Khaman Maluach and Drew Timme to step up and for the rotation to improve communication, energy, and togetherness. The upcoming home opener against the Warriors is a chance for Phoenix to prove those lessons stick and avoid early deficits that let Golden State dictate the pace.
John Collins' bounceback performance could have amazing implications for the Pistons.
Former NBA player Malik Beasley is negotiating a plea agreement with the Department of Justice after initially pleading not guilty to charges that he altered his play in certain games in 2024 to enrich sports bettors and ease his own debts, his attorney said Saturday.
The Texas Legends selected forward Jeremy Sochan with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA G League draft on Saturday.
Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg has been diagnosed with a mild left shoulder sprain following an MRI examination, the team announced. The small forward will be re-evaluated next week, leaving his immediate availability uncertain as Dallas monitors his recovery. Flagg sustained the injury during the Mavericks’ recent game against the Indiana Pacers after landing awkwardly […]
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Former San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks forward Jeremy Sochan is expected to be selected with the first overall pick in the NBA G League Draft, according to HoopsHype. The 23-year-old will join the Texas Legends, the Dallas Mavericks’ G League affiliate, as he looks to rebuild his career and earn another opportunity in […]
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Kobe Bufkin hasn’t had much of a chance to get comfortable in the NBA. The Jazz will give him another shot. Utah has officially signed the former lottery pick to a two-way contract, the team announced. Blake Hinson was waived to make room. Bufkin, 23, was the No. 15 overall pick in 2023, but injuries […]
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Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic and Los Angeles Clippers forward Rui Hachimura had plenty of fun in their reunion on Friday. The post Luka Doncic and Rui Hachimura Exchange Friendly Trash Talk in Reunion appeared first on LA Sports Report.
The Detroit Pistons remain undefeated after a 128-111 road victory against the Miami Heat. Forward John Collins put together a strong bounce-back performance, leading all Pistons scorers with 23 points. As the beginning of the regular season is underway, the Pistons are learning the strengths and needed development of their roster. Head coach J.B. Bickerstaff […]
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Two Western Conference mediocrities play quite different styles
The Sixers’ upcoming back‑to‑back games against the Milwaukee Bucks (Sat) and Detroit Pistons (Sun) will thrust rookie big man Adem Bona into a larger role as Joel Embiid sits out due to load management. After missing most of training camp with a left‑foot sprain, Bona has logged 23 minutes this season, posting a key block in a comeback win over Cleveland and totaling five rebounds and two blocks. While his defensive instincts are strong, he still struggles with foul trouble and focus on assignments. In his rookie year he averaged 9.6 points, 6.3 rebounds and 1.5 blocks in 24.9 minutes, and Coach Nick Nurse expects him to lean on defense and rebounding as the team faces stars like LeBron James and Tyrese Maxey.
Time to get the first dub of the season
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Warriors The Warriors may want to trade Kristaps Porzingis, but getting another team to send back someone who can help? Well, that’s where things get complicated. According to Sean Deveney of Heavy Sports, Golden State might have to absorb an unwanted contract, attach a first-round pick or potentially do both to move Porzingis. His uncertain […]
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