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LeBron James and other Sixers stars to miss preseason opener against Knicks
The Philadelphia 76ers are set to start their preseason against the New York Knicks without many of their main players. According to ESPN's Dave McMenamin , LeBron James , Joel Embiid , Tyrese Maxey , Anfernee Simons , Dominick Barlow , Adem Bona and Tacko Fall will all miss the preseason opener. The 76ers are set to start their preseason against the reigning NBA champions led by Jaylen Brown and VJ Edgecombe . Philadelphia will play against the Brooklyn Nets and Boston Celtics twice later bef...
Zalgiris announce punishment to Carsen Edwards for DUI
Zalgiris Kaunas have officially announced a punishment to Carsen Edwards after the player was caught driving under the influence of alcohol in Kaunas. Zalgiris' statement: Zalgiris Kaunas has reviewed the situation involving team player Carsen Edwards, who was stopped by police while driving under the influence. The club investigated the circumstances of the incident and, in accordance with the team’s rules, decided to impose a financial penalty on the player. Such conduct is inconsisten...
Karl-Anthony Towns reveals frustration over no agreement with the Knicks
After the Jalen Duren - Detroit Pistons contract saga has ended it seems that Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks are ready to take the place of the main contract topic in the NBA. Towns is not close to a contract extension agreement with the Knicks, as the player himself has revealed after New York's shootaround in Philadelphia . "Simply put – I want to do something to keep the team together and can work with the Knicks and also values me. And none of those things are close to ha...
Giannis Antetokounmpo reveals his motivation, highlights Heat culture
Giannis Antetokounmpo is starting his new career chapter with the Miami Heat after struggling with injuries the past few seasons and underperforming with the Milwaukee Bucks . The Greek forward has expressed his intention to prove that he still belongs next to the best players in the world as a member of the Heat. "I want to prove I'm still one of the best players in the world. I want to do this for a long period of time," he said in an interview with Heat reporter Yianni Kourakis . "I want to...
Donte DiVincenzo opens up on his injury recovery, talking to other players
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo suffered one of the toughest injuries in basketball when he tore his Achilles tendon in last season's playoffs, but the player is determined to come back as fast as possible. While most people who suffer these kind of injuries would want to ensure that they have recovered fully before returning to play, DiVincenzo is determined to play in the upcoming season. "I wouldn't come in here with the mindset of I'm gonna play next year," he said to media a...
LeBron James dealing with multiple injuries ahead of debut 76ers season
Philadelphia 76ers superstar LeBron James is reportedly still dealing with a couple of lingering injuries heading into the 24th season of his career. According to ESPN's Dave McMenamin , James is dealing with chronic arthritis in his left foot and sciatica in his lower back, which caused him to miss the first month of last season. "James' daily routine begins at the Sixers' training complex around 7:45 a.m., when he is met by his longtime athletic trainer, Mike Mancias, to work on his body," M...
Knicks legend gets real about LeBron James' 76ers move, names NBA title favorite
New York Knicks legend John Starks opened up about the team's outlook heading into the new season after last year's championship run. Starks believes the Knicks are finally getting the respect they deserve, but says maintaining the same underdog mentality will be key if they want to contend for another title. "They're getting their respect, but I know coming back into the season you have to be hungry. If they still have that underdog mentality coming into the season, it's gonna be good for the...
Carsen Edwards caught for DUI in Kaunas
Zalgiris Kaunas guard Carsen Edwards is reportedly facing legal trouble after being stopped by police in Kaunas. According to Krepsinis.net , Edwards was caught driving under the influence at night following Sunday's Lithuanian League game against Lietkabelis Panevezys. The information was confirmed by Ramunas Matonis, head of the Communication Division of the Lithuanian Police Department. The guard was found to have a blood alcohol level of 1.07‰, per the police report. Zalgiris confir...
NBL star Cole Anthony gets honest about NBA exit, rediscovering joy in Australia
Melbourne United star guard Cole Anthony opened up about his NBA exit and losing his joy for the game over the final couple of seasons of his NBA career during an appearance on The Hoop Collective Podcast . Anthony said he quickly realized how the business side of the NBA could get in the way of his career. Now playing in Australia, he is finally able to enjoy the game he loves once again. "When you get to the NBA, you're confronted with the brutal reality that this is a business first and for...
Elijah Bryant opens up about comeback doubts following offseason surgery
Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv star Elijah Bryant opened up about his offseason surgery and the uncertainty he felt before making a strong start to the new season. Bryant has been one of Hapoel's standout performers early in the campaign, averaging 16.7 points, 8.3 rebounds, 4.7 assists, and a PIR of 28.0. https://x.com/EuroLeague/status/2105969631202832518 His performances have helped Hapoel win two of its first three games, while Bryant has also earned two MVP of the Round awards. Bryant admits he worr...
Early EuroLeague impressions: The real concerns and who surprised the most?
The EuroLeague season is still in its early stages, but we already have a small sample of three games to draw insights from about how the rest of the season might unfold. The double round that just concluded lets us offer some initial, quick impressions of the most surprising developments we've seen and which teams we should be a little patient with, since their development might take more time. Let's take a look, then, at the first signs this EuroLeague season is sending us. Valencia? Again? ...
Four players most likely to land rookie-scale extensions before deadline revealed
The deadline for members of the 2023 NBA Draft class to sign rookie-scale extensions is approaching, with only four players having agreed to new deals so far as they enter the final seasons of their original rookie contracts. Four players from 2023 draft class already extended So far, No. 1 overall pick Victor Wembanyama, No. 16 pick Keyonte George, and twins Amen Thompson and Ausar Thompson, selected No. 4 and No. 5 respectively, have signed extensions with their teams. Several other notable ...
Alex Sarr gets major return update after offseason surgery
The Washington Wizards received some major injury news on their young star Alex Sarr as they continue their preparation for the new season. According to Wizards reporter Josh Robbins of The Athletic , the team's plan for Sarr, who had surgery in mid-June to repair a fractured foot, is to hold off on contact drills during the first week of camp. He adds that Sarr should begin participating in full-contact work very soon, perhaps as early as Monday. The French big man suffered the injury on a co...
Former Luka Doncic Mavericks teammate earns massive trade update
The Dallas Mavericks have remained committed to P.J. Washington, and the veteran forward shares the same belief. Still, that hasn't stopped outside speculation about the future of both sides. Per veteran NBA insider Marc Stein, teams around the league believe the Mavericks will eventually entertain a potential trade involving Washington out of the team's frontcourt logjam. "It is not yet clear whether Washington will start or come off the bench for first-year Mavericks coach Dusty May, but the...
Alpha Diallo earns major praise after impressive Denver Nuggets first game
Alpha Diallo already made the most of his first exposure on the NBA hardwood for the Denver Nuggets, earning instant high praise from David Adelman. In his postgame presser after the Nuggets' 109-97 preseason opener loss against the Utah Jazz on Sunday, the Denver head coach applauded the former Monaco star for his defensive effort and tenacity. "Alpha Diallo is awesome," Adelman told reporters. "Second half, he guarded the hell out of people." https://x.com/BrendanVogt/status/2106926597127454...
Steve Kerr calls out Warriors rookie after preseason debut
Steve Kerr wants more assertiveness and drive from Yaxel Lendeborg after the rookie forward's preseason debut for the Golden State Warriors. Addressing Lendeborg's performance on Sunday night against the LA Clippers, Kerr highlighted the 24-year-old's costly play during the third quarter as a key point of emphasis. "Yaxel's good," Kerr told reporters after their 104-101 loss, "We need him to be more aggressive. "To really keep play in the second half, early in the second half, where he has the...
Rui Hachimura sends strong Yuki Kawamura message after Clippers preseason debut
Rui Hachimura offered a blunt assessment regarding Yuki Kawamura's Los Angeles Clippers NBA preseason debut. Amid the brief playing time of his fellow Japanese star, Hachimura is still convinced by what Kawamura has shown on Sunday evening. "Nervous, but I think he did what he needed to do in the short time," Hachimura told reporters after the Clippers' 104-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors in their 2026 NBA preseason debut, per Farbod Esnaashari of RTB Sports. "You get more chances j...
Ty Lue drops brutal Max Strus comments after injury exit in Clippers preseason
LA head coach Ty Lue announced that Max Strus will undergo further testing in Los Angeles after an early exit during the team's NBA preseason opener. Strus left the Clippers in just the opening quarter after suffering a right foot injury against the Golden State Warriors. "That's never good to see when it's a non-contact play," Lue told reporters after the Clippers' 104-101 victory in Hawaii, via team reporter Joey Linn. Max Strus injures right foot, leaves Clippers NBA preseason opener Max St...
Tobias Harris Injury: Spurs coach drops critical update around veteran
As the new NBA season looms, the San Antonio Spurs will let Tobias Harris take his time to recover. Head coach Mitch Johnson told reporters Sunday that they will not rush their recovery plans on Harris amid the sudden injury occurence for the veteran. "It’s a calf strain, the seriousness is what it is. We won’t rush him at all. I guess the question will be: is he ready for the season opener? Totally questionable and we will not push that at all. So, we'll take it slow," Johnson sai...
Bucks top centers drawing trade chatter, per report
The Milwaukee Bucks are reportedly generating plenty of noise around the league as multiple teams potentially look to target their two premier centers. Per Yahoo! Sports' Kevin O'Connor, front-office executives are intrigued by the possibility of Milwaukee being pursued for Myles Turner and Kel'El Ware. "But whether the Bucks' front office can turn players into assets matters too. And already front-office executives around the league are chirping about how the Bucks are a team that could be ta...
Max Strus Injury: Brutal Clippers update emerge on NBA preseason vs Warriors
The start of the NBA preseason did not end well for both Max Strus and the Los Angeles Clippers. Strus, per Clippers reporter Joey Linn, will no longer return after suffering a right foot injury. https://x.com/joeylinn_/status/2106890242385191282?s=20 Max Strus leaves Clippers preseason opener with foot injury With over seven minutes left in the opening quarter on Sunday, Max Strus suddenly appeared to tweak his foot while making a cut in the first quarter. As Clippers coach Ty Lue immed...
Draymond Green names who is to blame for Lakers top trade candidate
Draymond Green can only feel bad for Dalton Knecht as he faces an uncertain situation and future with the Los Angeles Lakers. As things have taken a new, difficult turn for the Lakers' young forward, Green pointed to Knecht's representatives as the reason behind his struggles in LA. "Dalton Knecht is not expected to make the Lakers' regular-season roster, as the team has 16 guaranteed contracts and can only carry 15. Apparently, Bronny James and Jaden Hardy have outplayed him in camp, making h...
Why Jamal Murray is out for Nuggets' preseason game vs Utah Jazz?
The Denver Nuggets will kickstart their 2026 preseason action without Jamal Murray. Facing the Utah Jazz this Sunday, the Nuggets ruled out the All-Star guard for personal reasons, according to Kathy Winge of Altitude Sports. Murray is joined by Spencer Jones (hamstring) on Denver's inactive list for the weekend game. Jamal Murray out vs. Warriors in Nuggets' 1st preseason game Still, despite the absence, Jamal Murray is still inclined to play for the Denver Nuggets soon. He will likely p...
Spurs suffer major injury blow with new NBA season approaching
Roughly two weeks away from the start of the new NBA season, the San Antonio Spurs are already dealing with injury problems. The Spurs announced Sunday that Tobias Harris suffered a left calf strain in training camp and is now questionable for their regular-season opener on Oct. 20 against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Harris will be reevaluated after the preseason and will not suit up for the Spurs' Silver & Black scrimmage, per Tom Orsborn of San Antonio Express-News. Tobias Harris suffers calf...
Lakers defensive wing sends clear message to JJ Redick about starting role
One of the most anticipated elements in the Los Angeles Lakers' upcoming season would be the unveiling of their two remaining starters who will join Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and Walker Kessler at the frontline. As for Matisse Thybulle, he is fully comfortable with whatever role he gets from the team, despite strong candidacy to be a Lakers starter. “I leave those decisions up to the coaches,” Thybulle told reporters. “Yeah, so for me, if my teammates are happy with how I&r...
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