Golden State Warriors veteran Al Horford is already quite impressed by the overall makeup of rookie Yaxel Lendeborg. (via Golden State Warriors): “Yaxel, extremely hard worker. You can tell he’s dedicated, he’s committed, he’s hungry, he’s here. We’ve been here for weeks now training together, and it’s just been really nice just to see him […]
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The Cleveland Cavaliers have long searched for a true backup center to complement Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley. Tristan Thompson and Robin Lopez were given chances in the past. Neither adequately filled that role. Thomas Bryant has been the latest person to try to do so. Bryant was far from a consistent presence. While he […]
Anthony Davis is entering his first full season with the Washington Wizards focused on changing the team’s identity, establishing a defensive standard and helping the franchise’s young players. Speaking during Wizards media day on Monday, September 28, Davis said he is excited to return to the court after not playing since January because of a […]
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AJ Dybantsa said he does not feel the pressure typically associated with being the No. 1 overall pick as he prepares for his rookie season with the Washington Wizards. Speaking during Wizards media day on Monday, September 28, Dybantsa said the veteran talent around him has allowed him to focus on learning rather than immediately […]
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Paul George said his primary goal with the Boston Celtics this season is to stay healthy, be available and show that he can still perform at the level he has throughout his career. Speaking during Celtics media day on Monday, September 28, George discussed his transition into a veteran leadership role, his excitement about joining […]
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Philadelphia 76ers forward LeBron James has always loved playing in the Big Apple. He has had iconic moments against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden, and he is raring to add more in his 24th season. James is probably picturing how he would score his first bucket at Madison Square Garden as a […]
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LaMelo Ball's playmaking will help everyone on the Timberwolves, and Rudy Gobert will be one of the biggest beneficiaries.
A new era of Wizards basketball is upon us. And there’s a new way to follow along with your favorite team. I’m launching a Substack called Wizards Central to cover the Wizards on-site and full-time. You can visit the site using this link: https://wizardscentral.com Subscribers will get access to coverage of all 82 games, including […]
Domantas Sabonis said he is entering the 2026-27 season with a renewed appreciation for basketball after missing most of last season because of a long-term injury. Speaking during Sacramento Kings media day on Monday, September 28, Sabonis reflected on the physical and emotional challenges of his first major injury and his excitement about returning to […]
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And now we get to the player takeaways from Media Day. If you didn’t catch my first article detailing the responses from Wes Edens, Jon Horst, and Taylor Jenkins, go check that out. Now, obviously it’s not practical to cover every player on the team, but I did my best to cover the most notable […]
Ben Simmons said he feels physically ready and determined to prove himself after returning to the NBA with the Sacramento Kings following a year away from the league. Speaking during Sacramento’s media day on Monday, September 28, Simmons said he enters his 10th NBA season without any physical limitations after spending the past year focused […]
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What’s up, Brew Hoop family. After the longest offseason for Bucks fans in a while, the new season is finally upon us! I’m here with the first article from media day, plucking out the most newsworthy content from Bucks co-owner and governor Wes Edens’ solo presser, as well as Jon Horst and Taylor Jenkins’ joint […]
The 76ers might not even have to deal with the Pistons as Jalen Duren himself is making the latter look vulnerable.
With the season just weeks away, NBA Media Day wasted no time delivering major headlines. An All-Star was barred from appearing amid a contract standoff. LeBron James opened up about his blockbuster move to Philadelphia, while his new teammate Jaylen Brown had a two-word response when asked about the team’s locker-room hierarchy. Then there was […]
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The Los Angeles Lakers forward illustrated a great understanding of what he needs to secure playing time in 2026-27.
Doug Christie discusses the Sacramento Kings’ lessons from a 22-60 season, voluntary workouts, Acuff Jr., Sabonis and much more.
Four teams reportedly have interest in Jalen Duren as his Pistons contract standoff continues to deteriorate.
Chet Holmgren fixed his biggest issue and now the Oklahoma City Thunder are unbeatable, right?
The Washington Wizards need Deandre Ayton to buy into a reserve role, and questions should remain after Media Day.
We got the NBA 2K27 2KTV Episode 3 Answers to help players earn some free VC this weekend. For those new to the series, NBA 2KTV is a weekly in-game program hosted by Alexis Morgan and Chris Manning. Overall, the show features a wide variety of content from interviews with real players and developers, fan […]
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I loved watching the Knicks fight their way back in the Finals. I have no interest in watching them test […]
Dyson Daniels knows exactly why the Hawks were successful when he played alongside Nickeil Alexander-Walker and CJ McCollum.
Shaquille O'Neal reflected on his time with Kobe Bryant and explained what the famous Mamba mentality meant to him during their championship years with the Los Angeles Lakers. "Well, it means you have a don't-take-no-for-an-answer attitude," O'Neal said during a visit to Lithuania. "You just got to get it done no matter what it takes. Up by 15, down by 15, we play the same way." O'Neal said he watched Bryant develop that mindset early in his career, before the Lakers became the dominant team t...
David Adelman plans to make DeMar DeRozan the focal point of the Nuggets’ second unit, leaning on his scoring and playmaking to reshape the bench.
The Washington Wizards' interest in Jalen Duren raises questions over Anthony Davis' future and may reopen the door to a massive Golden State Warriors trade.