San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama caused ripples in the sports business landscape during training camp by making his endorsement policy explicit. The French phenom ruled out any personal endorsement deals with sports betting or prediction market platforms, which have been endorsed by other NBA stars. Stephen A. Smith, who recently declared him the ‘Face […]
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Draymond Green gives first impressions of the Warriors after first days of training camp.
Lying on his back to receive medical treatment during a match. That has been a scene fans have associated a lot more with Novak Djokovic in 2026. There have not been too many matches this year in which the 24-time Major champion has not had a health scare, and his match against Bu Yunchaokete at […]
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Steve Kerr and Stephen Curry talk about the Warriors star's $20 million pay cut this summer after a two-year contract extension.
The Memphis Grizzlies have made another notable roster decision ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. They just waived Jordan Hawkins one month after acquiring the former lottery pick from the New Orleans Pelicans. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Memphis and Hawkins mutually agreed to part ways. Thgis allows the 24-year-old guard to explore the open […]
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There is still no clear update or news on Kristaps Porzingis' ongoing recovery and potential return date for the Golden State Warriors. Head coach Steve Kerr offered no update regarding the big man's whereabouts and current health status right after the Dubs' Friday training camp (h/t Joseph Dycus of The Mercury News). https://x.com/joseph_dycus/status/2106144176131932626?s=20 No update on Kristaps Porzingis recovery from unknown illness During the Golden State Warriors' Media Day, general man...
The Los Angeles Lakers may be gearing up to cut former first-round pick Dalton Knecht, according to a new report, as they shape the roster. The post Dalton Knecht Emerges as Likely Lakers Roster Casualty appeared first on LA Sports Report.
The Knicks are prioritizing a center with their 14th standard roster spot, according to Stefan Bondy of The New York Post (subscriber link), who says James Wiseman has emerged as the frontrunner to make the team out of training camp. However, Bondy’s report comes with an important caveat — Wiseman becoming New York’s third center […]
The Las Vegas Aces walked away with the win against the Indiana Fever, but controversy surrounding the officiating followed. For A’ja Wilson, though, the noise appears to be little more than a backdrop. Her boyfriend, Bam Adebayo, has watched her raise the standard for years. The Miami Heat star has even admitted that it is […]
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Given how divisive it is, there will never be a uniform opinion on the Lakers’ 2020 title. For some — like basically any respectable NBA player who was there — the title is one of the most impressive, given the circumstances. For loud wrong people, it’s a lesser-than title. What shouldn’t be up for debate, […]
The Memphis Grizzlies just handed the Golden State Warriors a late free agency target less than three weeks out from the start of the season.
Boston Celtics are projected to be a top-three seed in the East for 2026-27.
October 2: Duren’s new contract is official, per NBA.com’s transaction log. Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link) has the full year-by-year breakdown of Duren’s cap hits over the next five years, which will reportedly be as follows: 2026/27: $40.16MM 2027/28: $36.95MM 2028/29: $38.96MM 2029/30: $40.96MM 2030/31: $42.97MM Structuring Duren’s contract to decline in year two and […]
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Dave Portnoy and other Barstool Sports personalities will no longer appear on Fox “Big Noon Kickoff”; the Milwaukee Bucks announce the Bucks+ streaming service through the NBA App; and the Portland Trail Blazers fire their new play-by-play announcer after inappropriate social media posts surfaced. Plus news on Sling, Skydance, NBC Sports Network and the Indiana […...
Ja’Kobe Walter has set a bold defensive target with the Raptors. His next step could shape his role and the team’s ambitions.
The NBA is expected to select the Las Vegas expansion owner in the very near future, with a $12-13 billion price tag for team and arena combined.
The Golden State Warriors' championship window depends almost entirely on one thing: whether Stephen Curry can stay on the court. The team's 2026-27 season...
The Sacramento Kings’ Media Day took an unexpected turn after a private conversation between reporters was picked up by a live microphone. The clip quickly spread online, and people began discussing the reporters’ identities. Now, Tristi Rodriguez has spoken out and made her position clear. Rodriguez denied being the person behind the voice heard during […]
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The Memphis Grizzlies are parting ways with Jordan Hawkins, per Shams Charania of ESPN. The decision was made mutually, as Hawkins will now look for a new opportunity elsewhere once he becomes a free agent. https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/2106193470293475672?s=20 Jordan Hawkins leaves Grizzlies after Pelicans trade The New Orleans Pelicans traded Jordan Hawkins to the Memphis Grizzlies in a four-player deal last month. The 14th overall pick of the 2023 NBA Draft, Hawkins averaged 5.1 points...
As the WNBA playoffs move deeper into the postseason, the league is also approaching the end of an era. The 2026 season will be Cathy Engelbert’s last as commissioner after she announced last month that she would step down at the end of the calendar year. Now, with the search for her successor officially underway, […]
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The Chicago Bulls are ready to get the season rolling. They don’t want to waste any precious time, with the season starting in just a few weeks. On Friday, they took part in a scrimmage at the Advocate Center in Chicago. The practice was lively, with plenty of highlights. One of them was Noa Essengue, […]
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Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis explained that it wasn't difficult for him to ignore the trade rumors that surrounded him during the 2026 offseason.
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Jalen Duren's brand-new contract and yearly salary with the Detroit Pistons have now come to light. According to HoopsHype NBA insider Michael Scotto, Duren will earn $40 million in the 2026-27 season. His salary will then decrease before gradually increasing again, eventually reaching nearly $43 million in the 2030-31 season. https://x.com/MikeAScotto/status/2106186747239436773?s=20 Jalen Duren, Pistons agree to a $200 million deal Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons have agreed to a $200 mil...
Caitlin Clark and her boyfriend, Connor McCaffery, are good friends with Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton and his wife, Jade. They have watched Pacers and Indiana Fever games together, and the two-time NBA All-Star sent a message for Clark after her team’s Game 3 loss on Thursday. The Las Vegas Aces eliminated the Fever 94-83 [...]
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