The Dallas Mavericks notch their new coach Dusty May’s first win, beating the Indiana Pacers 121-105 on Oct. 23, 2026. Kyrie Irving leads with 24 points on 5‑of‑10 shooting from deep, while PJ Washington adds 20 and 13 rebounds. A dominant 44‑point first quarter, sparked by a 22‑6 run, and a 15‑0 second‑quarter burst give Dallas a 77‑43 halftime lead. The bench outperforms Indiana’s reserves 28‑6 early, though the Pacers’ bench narrows the gap with a 19‑2 third‑quarter run. Cooper Flagg exits with a shoulder injury, but the Mavericks hold a 98‑76 lead into the fourth quarter to seal the victory.
It’s clear to Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels that his shooting needs major improvement, which is why he spent much of the offseason trying to fix it. However, his big strength remains his defense, and he put that on full display in the Hawks’ 128-81 demolition of the Charlotte Hornets. “The Great Barrier Thief” absolutely […]
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Cooper Flagg exits the Mavericks' 33‑point win in Indiana with left shoulder soreness after a hard foul by Aaron Nesmith, likely missing Saturday's home opener. He had 14 points, six assists and five rebounds in 17 minutes. Magic rookie Paolo Banchero limps out with right ankle soreness in a 0‑2 start, while Pistons’ All‑Star Jalen Duren is questionable after a right thigh injury in Miami. Suns big man Oso Ighodaro sits out Saturday with a strained right oblique, leaving Phoenix thin at center as Mark Williams remains sidelined. Coaches say each player will be evaluated in the coming days.
The Dallas Mavericks claim their first win of the 2026‑27 season, beating the Indiana Pacers 121‑105 in Indianapolis on Oct. 23. Kyrie Irving leads with 24 points, 5‑of‑10 from three and passes franchise legend Mark Aguirre on the all‑time scoring list. P.J. Washington adds 20 points, 13 rebounds and three blocks, while Max Christie contributes 16 points. Dallas erupts for 44 first‑quarter points and builds a 77‑43 halftime lead, but a sloppy third quarter and Irving’s foul trouble threaten a collapse before Naji Marshall and Christie hit key shots to seal the victory. The biggest concern is Cooper Flagg, who leaves after a hard foul and is ruled out, potentially hurting the Mavericks during a tough late‑October stretch.
The Washington Wizards fall 112-102 to the Toronto Raptors at Capital One Arena on Oct. 23, 2026. After a cold start—4‑for‑21 shooting and seven turnovers—the Wizards clawed back with a 13‑2 run highlighted by back‑to‑back three‑pointers from Trae Young, who finishes with 22 points and 12 assists. Bench spark plug Tre Johnson adds 20 points, including four triples, while Deandre Ayton grabs key rebounds. Despite a late surge—Tre Johnson scores 10 of his 20 in the fourth—the Raptors’ defense holds, securing a 10‑point win. Washington shoots 38.0% overall and 32.4% from three, showing promise but needing more consistency as they face the Chicago Bulls next.
Jayson Tatum fuels the Boston Celtics to a 107-103 win over the New York Knicks at TD Garden on October 23, 2026, snapping the Celtics' 1-1 start and handing the Knicks their second loss. Tatum drops 36 points with 9 rebounds and 7 assists, while Paul George adds 15 points. New York’s Karl‑Anthony Towns scores 22 with a double‑double, and Jalen Brunson contributes 19 points and 4 assists, but missed opportunities from deep (30% shooting) hurt the Knicks. Mitchell Robinson’s first outing with Boston is muted (4 points, 4 rebounds), and rookie James Wiseman debuts for New York late in the half. The game sees multiple lead changes and a decisive fourth‑quarter surge by Boston.
Heading into the night, both teams needed a win. The Boston Celtics lost their season opener in brutal fashion, blowing a 22-point lead to the Detroit Pistons. They didn't want to disappoint their fans in the home opener.
The Raptors beat the Wizards, so I highlighted something to be excited about, something that needs fixing, and a concern I had.
The Boston Celtics held off a late push from Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks in a thrilling Friday night showdown, securing a 107-103 win powered by 36 points from Jayson Tatum in front of the home crowd.
Jayson Tatum delivers a clutch performance to lead Boston to a 107-103 win over the defending champion New York Knicks on Oct. 23, 2026. Tatum finishes with 36 points, nine rebounds and seven assists, scoring the decisive baskets in the final minutes. Boston’s starting five—White, George, Walsh, Tatum and Robinson—stay on the floor, while Knicks’ full championship lineup, including Brunson and Towns, falls short. Paul George and Neemias Queta each add 15 points, and rookie Deuce McBride hits a hot 6‑of‑8 three‑point night. The Celtics shoot 46% overall and 39% from three, pulling away with a 13‑4 run to start the fourth and sealing the game after a late Knicks surge.
Coach Mike Brown’s New York Knicks traveled to Boston to take on familiar face Mitchell Robinson, whose absence was cited as a fatal flaw that may doom their NBA championship chances. Robinson provided invaluable depth for the Knicks on their 2025-26 NBA title run, something not lost on Karl-Anthony Towns and the Knicks as they […]
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Tyrese Haliburton returned to Indianapolis before the Pacers played some ugly basketball.
The Mavericks' fans react as a fight breaks out following Cooper Flagg's injury from a hard foul by Aaron Nesmith of the Pacers.
After successfully leading the Indiana Pacers to a win in his first game back from his Achilles injury, Tyrese Haliburton is now playing his first game back home in Gainbridge Fieldhouse against the Dallas Mavericks. None other than friend and Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark was in the house to watch Hali’s home return. Indiana […]
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The Washington Wizards travel to Chicago for a Saturday night clash at the United Center (8 p.m. ET, Monumental Sports Network). With Jamir Watkins and Tristan Vukcevic sidelined and AJ Dybantsa day‑to‑day, the Wizards come off a 135‑92 loss to the Raptors and a 132‑25 win over the Bucks. The Bulls, missing Nic Claxton, are eager to spark their home opener. Key storylines include the Wizards’ first three‑game road stretch and whether they can rebound against a revitalized Bulls squad.
Power and force, with a touch of sloppiness.
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Just six weeks ago, Britt McHenry joined the State Department as a press adviser. The former ESPN personality quickly secured a promotion. But her rise took a sudden turn after videos surfaced of her heated confrontation during a Washington Wizards vs. Milwaukee Bucks game. Page Six reported that McHenry was promoted to a new role […]
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The Washington Wizards lost to the Toronto Raptors, but fans have plenty of reasons to be encouraged by the performance.
Even Magic Johnson’s investment couldn’t help keep the Los Angeles Sparks afloat, as the team could be heading towards the biggest sale in WNBA history just a few months after they held the topping-out ceremony for their brand-new state-of-the-art training facility in August 2026. It seems like nothing can stop Mark Walter’s crumbling sports empire, […]
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The Raptors hold on in a game heavily influenced by the referees, and Trae Young.
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Cooper Flagg injured his left shoulder against the Indiana Pacers, but since the Dallas Mavericks ruled this injury as "left shoulder soreness," the team may have dodged a disaster.
Angel Reese says the Atlanta Dream’s WNBA Finals edge is as much psychological as it is physical. After dropping Game 1, the Dream leads the Golden State Valkyries 2‑1, using aggressive defense to force 19 turnovers in Game 2 (24 points off them) and 17 in Game 3. Reese posted 30 points/16 rebounds in Game 2 and 21 points/12 rebounds in Game 3, while praising the team’s habit of reading opponents’ emotions to “mess them up.” The Valkyries, formerly the league’s top defensive team, have seen their shooting slump to 29.1% under Dream pressure. Heading into Game 4 at home, Reese is confident the mental war will fuel Atlanta’s first championship run.
We’re all still trying to believe if what we witnessed Thursday night was real life. The Sixers did what now? I still pull up the box score on my phone thinking it was some kind of mistake. I mean, it’s not like the Sixers haven’t had some great comebacks through the Joel Embiid era, but […]
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The Atlanta Hawks dominate the Charlotte Hornets 128‑81 on Oct. 23, 2026, showcasing a suffocating defense that held Charlotte to just 19 points in the third quarter. Jalen Johnson leads with 19 points, seven rebounds and eight assists, while Aaron Wiggins matches his 19‑point night and Dyson Daniels adds 11 points and nine rebounds. Bench contributors Zuby Ejiofor and Kingston Fleming each hit their first career three‑pointers. The Hawks build a 68‑43 halftime lead and never look back, capitalizing on the Hornets' injuries to Kon Knuppel and Coby White. The victory follows both teams’ season‑opening wins and highlights Atlanta’s depth and defensive intensity.
On October 24, 2026 Stephen A. Smith took to his YouTube channel to defend LeBron James after President Donald Trump called the NBA star "a total disgrace" for mock golf swings and air‑shooting motions during the national anthem on opening night of the 2026‑27 season. Smith argued James' four‑time champion legacy and role‑model status outweigh one restless moment, and suggested Trump’s criticism is a political ploy ahead of the midterm elections. The debate resurfaces as the 76ers rally from a 29‑point deficit to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 114–106, with James posting 17 points and 10 rebounds. Both James and coach Nick Nurse downplay the controversy, emphasizing on‑court focus as Philadelphia starts 2‑0.