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Lakers championship coach reveals why he joined Warriors
An enticing role and opportunity led Frank Vogel to join the Golden State Warriors this offseason. The former Los Angeles Lakers' championship-winning coach revealed that Steve Kerr personally reached out to him and made a compelling offer to join his coaching staff. “He made a great pitch and how I could come in here and make an impact on their team,” Vogel said, via Joseph Dycus of Mercury News. “That I would run the defense, and that there’s nobody in the league that...
Maccabi wins Israeli Super Cup, highlighted by ridiculous full-court heave
Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv started the 2026-27 season with a trophy on Thursday, defeating city rivals Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv 101-83 in the Israeli Super Cup final to take home the first title of the season. Maccabi took control of the game early and held a double-digit lead entering the second half, 54-42. They went on to dominate in the second half as well, pushing the lead to more than 20 points, before ultimately taking a convincing win against the other Israeli EuroLeague team. Maccabi was led b...
Shaquille O'Neal adds surprising new title after FBI honor
NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal has added another special title to his resume. FBI Director Kash Patel announced that the Hall of Fame center has been named an honorary FBI Special Agent following the graduation of the FBI National Academy's Session 299. "This session is historic - FBI was honored to be joined by one of the best supporters of law enforcement in the country - Shaquille O'Neal - who graduated with this session and became an honorary FBI Special Agent," Patel announced on X. https://...
Jayson Tatum gets honest about relationship with Jaylen Brown after 76ers trade
Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum addressed misconceptions about his relationship with longtime teammate Jaylen Brown during an appearance on The Dan Patrick Show . Tatum said that despite the various narratives surrounding the two, their relationship has always been strong. He pointed to everything they accomplished together in Boston while acknowledging that the business side of basketball ultimately played a role in Brown's departure this offseason. "I mean, there's just so many different na...
Jonas Valanciunas makes official debut with Zalgiris
Zalgiris Kaunas ' marquee offseason signing Jonas Valanciunas has made his official debut for his new team. The 34-year-old Lithuanian center delivered a solid performance in Zalgiris' first domestic league win of the season, helping his team beat Gargzdai 98-77 on the road. Valanciunas finished with 14 points (6/7 2PT, 2/5 FT), 1 rebound and 2 assists in 21 minutes of action. https://x.com/BasketNews_lt/status/2100621363551613342 Only Sterling Brown scored more for Zalgiris, finishing with 15...
Former Knicks lottery pick Mike Sweetney passes away at 43
Sad news hit the NBA community on Thursday, as former New York Knicks center Michael Sweetney passed away at the age of 43. Sweetney was selected by the Knicks with the ninth overall pick in the 2003 NBA Draft and spent his first two seasons in New York. The former NBA player's wife, India Murray Sweetney, announced the devastating news on Facebook with a heartfelt message dedicated to her late husband. "With the heaviest hearts, we are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Mi...
Stephen Curry gets brutally honest about entering free agency next summer
Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry gave an honest take on the possibility of entering free agency next summer in an interview with CNBC. When asked whether it would appeal to him to go through a free agency process like LeBron James did this summer, Curry dismissed the possibility, saying he has always wanted to be a lifer with Golden State. "Not at all. I've always stated that I wanna be a lifer with Golden State," Curry stated. "What we've built there, the fact that I get to run i...
EuroLeague CEO reveals latest on NBA talks and potential partnership
EuroLeague CEO Chus Bueno provided an update on the league's talks with the NBA over a potential collaboration between the two organizations. Bueno revealed that, so far, EuroLeague has not received any formal proposal from the NBA outlining what such a partnership could look like. "As of today, we have not received anything from the NBA about what a potential partnership or collaboration could look like," Bueno told The Athletic . "Also, we have signed (non-disclosure agreements) in place, so...
Thomas Walkup opens up on Olympiacos exit, targets EuroLeague title with Dubai
Thomas Walkup opened up about his departure from Olympiacos Piraeus and blockbuster move to Dubai Basketball while speaking to the media ahead of the first-ever EuroLeague SuperCup. Walkup looked back on his time with Olympiacos with nothing but respect, stressing that every chapter eventually has to come to an end. "Overall, I'm very happy about the time I had at Olympiacos. I still think about the people there – the fans, the management, everyone. It was like a family to me," Walkup sa...
Dwyane Wade hints at another major move involving 76ers, LeBron James
Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade dropped an intriguing hint that more could be coming after LeBron James ' blockbuster move to the Philadelphia 76ers this summer. Speaking on the Conversations With Cam podcast, Wade suggested James' move to Philadelphia may only be part of a bigger picture, though he stopped short of explaining exactly what he meant. "I don't think we've seen the end of what this move is. I think it's more to this move. And so, I'll just leave it at that," James' longtime friend ...
Anthony Edwards hilariously roasts LeBron James over 76ers move
Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Anthony Edwards had plenty of jokes for LeBron James , Jaylen Brown and his new teammate LaMelo Ball in his new "Minnatlantasota" comedy series, created as part of an Adidas campaign. Edwards showed no mercy when discussing James, joking that the new Philadelphia 76ers star was supposed to join him in Minnesota before ultimately deciding against the move. "Speaking of old school, you see where Big Dog ended up? He was gonna join me in Minnesota, but I guess his...
Kawhi Leonard nearing contract extension with Raptors
Kawhi Leonard is expected to soon make his long-term stay in Toronto official. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer , Leonard and the Toronto Raptors have held advanced discussions and are nearing an agreement on a contract extension. Fischer adds that Leonard is currently eligible to sign an extension worth up to two years and $126 million with Toronto. The Raptors and Los Angeles Clippers officially completed their trade on Monday, more than two months after initially agreeing to the deal o...
Bill Simmons proposes blockbuster trade pairing young All-Star with Wembanyama
After the San Antonio Spurs ' loss in the NBA Finals, questions have emerged about the future of star guard De'Aaron Fox . Fox signed a massive four-year, $221.7 million extension with the Spurs, but the contract is now viewed as a potential burden for the franchise's future, especially after his struggles in the Finals against the New York Knicks and his infamous late-game decision in Game 4 that cost San Antonio an opportunity to tie the series. Multiple trade scenarios involving Fox have al...
Jean Montero delayed by visa issue ahead of EuroLeague SuperCup
Olympiacos Piraeus guard Jean Montero traveled separately to Abu Dhabi after encountering a visa issue ahead of the inaugural EuroLeague Basketball SuperCup, per SDNA . The rest of the Olympiacos team arrived in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday night, Sept. 16, but Montero was unable to make the trip with his teammates. As a result, the Dominican guard missed Georgios Bartzokas' training session on Thursday. However, he is expected to join the team in Abu Dhabi in the coming hours. The delay comes just ...
Legal move that could suddenly freeze Lakers sale revealed
Los Angeles Lakers governor Jeanie Buss could seek a preliminary injunction to temporarily block the sale of the family's remaining ownership stake. NBA analyst and former attorney Nate Duncan explained on Buha's Block that Buss could ask a judge to stop the transaction from moving forward while the court determines whether her siblings have the authority to sell the family's remaining shares. "What they would – you would think she would do at some point – would be to file an injun...
Knicks revisited Ben Simmons after he rejected them last year
Ben Simmons was on the New York Knicks' radar before completing his NBA comeback with the Sacramento Kings, according to ESPN's Marc J. Spears . Simmons ultimately chose Sacramento, agreeing to a one-year, $3.5 million contract. The three-time All-Star is returning to the NBA after sitting out the entire 2025-26 season. The 30-year-old Aussie last played for the Brooklyn Nets and LA Clippers during the 2024-25 season, averaging 5.0 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 5.6 assists in 51 games. His most re...
Sterling Brown opens up on Partizan chaos, breaks down Valanciunas effect in Zalgiris
New Zalgiris Kaunas wing Sterling Brown has opened up about the difficult final season of his Partizan Belgrade stint and outlined major expectations for his new chapter with the Lithuanian champions. The 31-year-old left Belgrade this summer after two seasons with Partizan and signed a 1+1 contract with Zalgiris that can run through the end of the 2027-28 season. Brown averaged 13.7 points and 11.0 PIR while shooting 39.2% from three in the EuroLeague last season. Brown reflects on chaotic Pa...
Lakers had another starting center targeted before Walker Kessler trade
The Los Angeles Lakers had Mitchell Robinson as an alternative option if they failed to acquire Walker Kessler this offseason. NBA reporter Jovan Buha revealed that Los Angeles was prepared to turn its attention to Robinson as the franchise searched for a new starting center to pair with Luka Doncic. "My understanding was like if they didn't get Walker Kessler, they were gonna go get Mitchell Robinson," Buha said on Buha's Block . "I don't think you want to rely on him [Robinson] as your start...
Michael Porter Jr. gives harsh take on new Lakers roster
Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. is not convinced the Los Angeles Lakers have built a championship-level roster for the 2026-27 season, saying so during an appearance on N3on's stream . "Yeah. I don't like that roster," Porter said after the Lakers' depth chart was read to him. When asked whether he viewed Los Angeles as a championship team, Porter was even clearer. "To be a championship roster? They might be solid, but I do not see them winning a chip." The Lakers have gone through ma...
EuroLeague players on wrong teams
Like every EuroLeague offseason, this one was no exception, bringing plenty of exciting transfers and teams building interesting rosters. However, not every player necessarily ends up in a situation that is the best fit for them. Every year, we see players who struggle to find their role on a team or don't get the chance to show as much as they could in a system that suits them better. In this list, I'll highlight players who, despite their talent, might be better suited for another team &ndas...
Knicks' next move revealed after five signings
The New York Knicks are actively looking to move Pacome Dadiet in a salary-dump trade after adding several veterans ahead of training camp, according to NBA reporter Evan Sidery . Dadiet, New York's No. 25 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, carries a cap hit of roughly $3 million for the 2026-27 season. The Knicks also hold a team option on his contract for 2027-28. Previously, New York agreed to training camp deals with John Konchar, Bruce Brown, Ochai Agbaji, James Wiseman and Drew Eubanks....
LeBron James' massive Polymarket deal sparks NBA cap questions
Philadelphia 76ers star LeBron James will earn $15 million per year from his new endorsement deal with Polymarket, according to Front Office Sports . The prediction-market platform will pay James nearly four times what he is expected to make from Philadelphia this season. LeBron is not an investor in Polymarket and is working strictly as an endorser, a source told FOS. The length of the agreement is unclear, but it was described as an "ongoing engagement" that includes social media posts and o...
Knicks target signs with Suns after major frontcourt injury
Phoenix Suns are signing free-agent center Duop Reath, according to ESPN's Shams Charania . The move gives Phoenix another frontcourt option, with Mark Williams expected to miss several months with a shoulder injury . Reath had also drawn interest from the New York Knicks. SNY's Ian Begley reported earlier this week that New York had been in contact with Reath and James Wiseman ( signed with the Knicks ) as training camp approached. Reath appeared in 32 games for the Portland Trail Blazers las...
Kawhi Leonard gets honest about Raptors return, role behind Scottie Barnes
Kawhi Leonard is officially returning to the Toronto Raptors , rejoining the franchise and city that hold a special place in his career and personal life. In a recent episode of the ?utm_medium=rss&utm_content=link">Raptors' Open Gym series , Leonard opened up about his decision to return to Toronto, explaining that the move was not about chasing another championship but about reconnecting with a place where he built a strong bond during his first stint. "You know, I'm not really championship ...
Knicks eye former $33 million Lakers guard
The New York Knicks have reportedly been monitoring the situation of a former Los Angeles Lakers guard ahead of the new season. According to NBA insider Ian Begley , former Lakers guard Gabe Vincent is working out with the Knicks ahead of training camp as they continue to monitor their options for their last roster spots for the 2026-27 campaign. The 30-year-old guard is coming off the final year of his three-year, $33 million contract he signed with the Lakers in 2023. After spending two and ...
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