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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...
Anthony Edwards makes shocking admission about new Timberwolves player
Beyond LaMelo Ball and Jonathan Kuminga, Anthony Edwards seems fully intrigued by another new player for the Minnesota Timberwolves. When he was asked who impressed him throughout the Timberwolves' training camp this year, Edwards mentioned Cody Williams and the tremendous effort he brought to the team. "I just love his defensive instincts," Edwards said. "I think he can be really good in the NBA. His care factor has to go up a little more, just showing everybody that he cares. If you get a st...
Jalen Duren reacts to negotiation rumors, gives clear message on his future
Jalen Duren appeared on a press conference with Detroit Pistons ' president of basketball operations, Trajan Langdon, where the player addressed the rumors of his contract negotiations and gave a clear message to Pistons fans. Duren started the presser with a five-minute statement, where he thanked the people closest to him, showed his love for the city of Detroit and mainly addressed the talks around his negotiations with the team. "I've never spoken to anyone in the media, made any statement...
Tyrese Haliburton shares exciting message after team game in front of fans
Tyrese Haliburton returned to the court in front of fans with the Indiana Pacers hosting their FanJam event, sharing a message after. As the Pacers split into two teams for a scrimmage in front of fans, Haliburton gave a solid performance for his first public on-court appearance since his Achilles injury during the 2025 NBA Finals, scoring eight points and dishing out four assists. Team White which had the duo of Haliburton and Ivica Zubac fell to Team Blue 28-39, who were led by Kelly Oubre J...
Lakers minority owner involved in major international oil deal with Russia
The Los Angeles Lakers ownership group has experienced an eventful offseason with one of the minority owners now being involved in an extensive international transaction. Lakers minority owner Todd Boehly is reportedly a major part of a multibillion-dollar oil deal with Russia involving the United States government, per the New York Times . Boehly has donated $2 million to President Donald Trump's political causes and is now the group lead of a proposed deal, which is yet to be approved by the...
Trae Young addresses possible future Atlanta Hawks reunion
Trae Young is getting ready to have his first full season with the Washington Wizards following the trade in January and a season riddled with injuries. Young left the Atlanta Hawks after seven and a half seasons with the team and has recently said on The Baller Alert Show that he is leaving the door open on a potential return in the future. "Man, you never know. I plan on playing for a long time. That's why I wanted to leave the right way and for me to not have any bad blood with anybody in t...
Shane Larkin makes his Fenerbahce debut in tight Turkish League win
Shane Larkin made his official Fenerbahce Istanbul debut as they defeated Biotekno Korfez Basket 85-84 in Round 2 of the Turkish League. Returning to play after missing the first few Fenerbahce games, Larkin had a tough shooting night, scoring three points on 1-of-6 shooting from the field as he made a three and missed both of his free throws grabbing one rebound. Larkin played his first game with the Fenerbahce jersey after spending eight years with their EuroLeague rival, Anadol...
Donatas Motiejunas officially makes EuroCup move to Greece
Longtime EuroLeague and NBA center, Donatas Motiejunas , officially has a new team in the EuroCup. Motiejunas officially joins PAOK Thessaloniki on a deal until the end of the season , as reported by SDNA and Sport24 and later confirmed by BasketNews' Donatas Urbonas . The club revealed that the center has been in Thessaloniki since last Thursday afternoon and is now ready to join the team after completing medical examinations. Motiejunas split last season between AS Monaco and Crvena Zv...
Bronny James gains interest from other NBA teams, per report
The Los Angeles Lakers are facing a roster dilemma ahead of the upcoming season, having to somehow get rid of one of their players. While several reports named Dalton Knecht and Jaden Hardy as players, who are in the mix of being either waived or traded, Bronny James was recently added to this conversation with new information emerging on reported interest in James from other NBA teams. According to Heavy's Sean Deveney , even though the Lakers have indicated that they are interested in develo...
76ers rookie reveals LeBron James wish after seeing moment with two-time NBA champ
Philadelphia 76ers rookie Labaron Philon Jr. is already looking forward to having an exclusive handshake with LeBron James . LeBron is known for his elite handshake game, having one with almost every teammate he has ever had, and after seeing him do one with Kentavious Caldwell-Pope during the 76ers dinner, Philon is already wondering what his handshake with LeBron would look like. "You seen him and KCB do a handshake when we was at dinner last night? I was like, damn, that sh*t hard," Philon ...
Victor Wembanyama goes viral with another unexpected offseason workout
After last offseason's viral nearly two-week training session with Shaolin monks at the historic Shaolin Temple in China, San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama once again embraced unconventional training challenges this summer by working out with athletes outside of basketball. Clips of Wemby working out with France’s Provence Rugby team have gone viral recently. Wembanyama spent days training with the rugby club to master new movement patterns and build physical strength.&...
Luka Doncic raves about Lakers youngster after 'insane' offseason improvement
Luka Doncic loves the new-look Los Angeles Lakers roster after a major team revamp this offseason. Speaking on ESPN LA earlier this week, the superstar guard opened up about the team's retooled roster and praised their new additions, noting that the front office brought in plenty of underrated talent. "I think there's a lot of underrated guys in our group. It's just I can't name one specifically, but our new signings, I think they're very underrated and they're going to help us a lot," Doncic ...
Anthony Davis calls out Lakers over unwanted change, sends warning to rest of NBA
Anthony Davis is entering his first full season as a member of the Washington Wizards , and he seems ready to come back in full swing and remind everyone what type of player he is. The Wizards are looking like a potential dark horse playoff contender in the Eastern Conference this season, and with Anthony Davis leading the way, they might be in for a very fun year. "People forgot, and I take that personally... I'm on some sh*t this year," Davis said on the Numbers on the Board Podcast . https:...
Former Lakers first-round pick set for starting role with rival team
The Los Angeles Clippers might have found their new starting center for the upcoming season. According to Clippers reporter Ohm Youngmisuk , 24-year-old center Isaiah Jackson expects to be the starter after working with the team's first unit in training camp. "I think I'm going to be in the starting role," Jackson told Youngmisuk, adding that he feels terrific this offseason, knows Ty Lue's system much better, and that his Achilles is fully healed. Jackson enters Year 6 After being selected wi...
Steve Kerr makes major admission about Stephen Curry's new contract
The Golden State Warriors made a big move this offseason by re-signing their superstar guard Stephen Curry to what is likely the final major contract of his career. Curry signed a two-year, $116 million contract extension with Golden State, taking a $20 million pay cut to provide the team with flexibility in the 2027 offseason. Warriors head coach Steve Kerr spoke with ESPN earlier this week about the new deal, stating that the pay cut came as no surprise and will be crucial in helping the tea...
Erik Spoelstra compares Giannis to Lakers legend after dominant Heat debut
Giannis Antetokounmpo made his long-awaited Miami Heat debut, and it didn't disappoint as he dominated in the first preseason win against the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night. Antetokounmpo played 14 minutes in this game, finishing with 9 points, 4 rebounds, and 7 assists on perfect 3/3 shooting from the field and 3/4 from the free throw line, leading the Heat to a 129-105 win. https://x.com/NBA/status/2106562472270610630 Following the victory, Antetokounmpo drew high praise from Heat head co...
Heat look scary in first preseason game as Giannis Antetokounmpo shines in debut
The new-look Miami Heat are already looking scary in their first preseason game ahead of the new season. The Heat defeated the Toronto Raptors on Saturday in Quebec 129-105, with Giannis Antetokounmpo also making his long-awaited debut for his new team. Antetokounmpo played 14 minutes in this game, finishing with 9 points, 4 rebounds, and 7 assists on perfect 3/3 shooting from the field and 3/4 from the free throw line to officially open his new chapter with Miami. https://x.com/ESPNNBA/status...
Why did LeBron James wear #9 at today's scrimmage?
LeBron James started a new chapter in his glorious career playing in the open scrimmage for the Philadelphia 76ers this afternoon. Among other things, public's eyes caught that James wore number 9 on his jersey in today's scrimmage, which is quite unusual for him. James' summer habits So far in his career, James always had numbers 23 or 6 on his back wherever he played, so the people were curious to find out what was the meaning behind today's number. People were especially intrigued because J...
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