Knicks table contract extension talks with Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart until later in season
New York is pausing extensions for two core starters, a decision with second-apron and roster-flexibility implications for the season.
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NBA and FIBA say NBA Europe plan will proceed after EuroLeague owners reject merger offer
The league's push into European club basketball continues despite the EuroLeague's refusal to combine operations.
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LeBron James debuts for 76ers with 10 points in preseason opener
James, who signed with Philadelphia this summer, logged 10 points, five assists and four rebounds in his first outing for the team.
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Clippers owner Steve Ballmer accepts NBA punishment, says he has 'sincere regrets'
Ballmer's statement follows league discipline against the Clippers, a rare ownership-level sanction.
Business Insider · +13 outlets
Joel Embiid calls himself an 'easy target' after LeBron James practice report he says is 'not true'
Embiid disputed a report that James confronted him about lateness and questioned why he was singled out.
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Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander buys stake in LaLiga club Atletico Madrid
The two-time NBA MVP becomes a shareholder in the Spanish soccer club, expanding athlete investment into European football.
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Kyrie Irving expected to play Sunday vs. Rockets, first game in nearly 20 months
Irving is set to return from an ACL injury during the Mavericks' preseason trip to China.
Yahoo Sports · +14 outlets
Fred VanVleet returns from 523-day ACL absence with strong showing in Rockets preseason rout of Mavericks
VanVleet's return gives Houston its starting point guard back after a long injury layoff.
Yahoo Sports · +2 outlets
Warriors named NBA's most valuable franchise
Golden State tops the league's valuation rankings, reflecting its arena and media economics.
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NBA defends second apron after Knicks players and others criticize CBA's middle-class impact
The league responded to player complaints that apron restrictions squeeze mid-tier salaries and roster flexibility.
The New York Times · +6 outlets
Pistons' Jalen Duren signs five-year, $200 million deal as pressure mounts in Detroit
The extension ends a monthslong negotiation and locks in Detroit's young center core.
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Tyrese Haliburton says he hopes to mend relationship with Damian Lillard after stealing Dame Time celebration
The Pacers guard said the rift over the 2023 in-season tournament celebration is what he regrets most.
ESPN · +7 outlets
New Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon tells season-ticket holders he intends to bring Portland a championship
Dundon's comments mark his first public goals statement since taking over the franchise.
ESPN · +9 outlets
Mavericks and Rockets open preseason slate in Macao, China
The NBA China Games continue the league's push to rebuild its presence in the Chinese market.
ESPN · +13 outlets
Retired Russell Westbrook says he wants to carry the torch at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics
The former MVP and gold medalist retired from the NBA and is seeking a role in his hometown Games.
ESPN · +4 outlets
Victor Wembanyama voices support for young protesters in France
The Spurs star weighed in publicly on political unrest in his home country.
Yahoo Sports · +10 outlets
Steve Kerr unsure about Jimmy Butler's timeline for return from injury
Golden State has no firm date for Butler's comeback as the season approaches.
Yahoo Sports · +1 outlets
Utah Jazz sign a center after Jusuf Nurkic injury
Utah added frontcourt depth to cover for Nurkic's absence.
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