The Milwaukee Bucks (1‑3) aim for their first win streak of the season as they host the unbeaten Houston Rockets (4‑0) on Oct. 28 at Fiserv Forum. After a 110‑102 victory over the Pacers, the Bucks count on Tyler Herro and a settled Kel’el Ware to challenge a Rockets team led by Kevin Durant’s 23.5 PPG and Alperen Sengun (out with back soreness). With Steven Adams also sidelined, Houston will rely on Clint Capela and defensive specialist Tari Eason, who is shooting over 60% TS. Bucks bench scorer Nate Ament is projected for a double‑digit night. Game starts 7 p.m. CDT, broadcast on MY24.
The Milwaukee Bucks snap their winless streak with a 110-102 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Oct. 28, 2026, delivering head coach Taylor Jenkins his first triumph. Tyler Herro tops the box score with 23 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists, while Ryan Rollins (19), Kyle Kuzma (17) and Kel’el Ware (16) add support. Myles Turner anchors the fourth‑quarter rally, finishing with six points, nine rebounds, four assists and four blocks, and praises Jenkins’ leadership. Rookie Nate Ament contributes seven points off the bench and lauds Jenkins’ energy. The win marks a promising start for the Bucks’ rebuild.
The Dallas Mavericks recalled forward Santi Aldama from their G League affiliate, the Texas Legends, on Oct. 28 as part of his return‑to‑play protocol after right‑knee surgery. Although he didn’t appear in a Legends game, Aldama is listed as doubtful for Wednesday’s 8:30 p.m. CT home matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He has missed all preseason action and the first three regular‑season games, including a 121‑105 win at Indiana and a 122‑106 loss to San Antonio. Aldama, acquired from Memphis in July, is progressing but remains a question mark for the Mavericks’ early season lineup.
The Sixers enter their nationally televised matchup against the Indiana Pacers with a clean injury slate, despite VJ Edgecombe’s recent abdominal contusion and Joel Embiid’s plantar fasciitis recovery keeping them off the list. Only Jabari Walker (knee soreness) and reserves Dominick Barlow and Tacko Fall miss the game. Indiana, coming off a loss to Milwaukee, lists several hurts: Ivica Zubac (ankle sprain), Tyrese Haliburton (questionable hamstring), Obi Toppin and Aaron Nesmith (probable), and Andrew Nembhard (questionable neck). The depleted Pacers could give Kelly Oubre Jr. a prime opportunity in his first return to Philadelphia.
The Sixers enter their fifth game with a 3-1 record, showing early promise despite concerns over injuries, rebounding and backup center depth. Coach Nick Nurse highlights the starting lineup’s progress, but a looming test against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday will put Joel Embiid to the test against Tyrese Haliburton’s versatile unit. Fans are invited to weigh in with questions as the team seeks to prove its net‑positive impact early in the season.
The Long Island Nets reveal a 17‑player training camp roster ahead of their 11th G League season, which kicks off Nov. 7 against the Greensboro Swarm. The lineup includes three two‑way contracts—Chaney Johnson, Grant Nelson and rookie Tyler Bilodeau (currently injured)—as well as Brooklyn’s recent draftees Joshua Jefferson, Drake Powell and Ben Saraf. Familiar faces from the Nets’ Summer League, such as Dion Brown, Dain Dainja, Ben Humrichous, Aaron Scott and Dwight Murray, round out the squad, with Scott and Murray joining via trades. Notable additions feature former Boston Celtics wing Aaron Scott, former Maine Celtics forward Jonathan Pierre, and DJ Rodman, son of Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman. Isaiah “Zay” Wong brings the most NBA experience, having played for the Hornets and Pacers.
On Monday evening, the Milwaukee Bucks picked up their first win of the season with a narrow home victory over the Indiana Pacers. While it might not have been the most significant sporting event for Milwaukee fans that evening, it was still a strong performance against a team that views itself as a contender in […]
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The Milwaukee Bucks snap a 0-3 start with a 110-102 victory over the Indiana Pacers at Fiserv Forum on Oct. 27, 2026. Tyler Herro leads the way with 23 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists, while Ryan Rollins adds 19 and Kyle Kuzma chips in 17. A decisive 34‑24 third‑quarter run propels Milwaukee to a nine‑point final lead. Pascal Siakam tops Indiana with 20 points and 13 rebounds, but the Pacers shoot just 27% from three. The win lifts the Bucks to 1‑3, still 2½ games behind Detroit, and gives them a 1‑0 edge in the season series.
The Dallas Mavericks surprise early in the 2026-27 season, sitting 2-2 after a 113-109 road win over Miami. Rookie phenom Cooper Flagg shines with 25 ppg, 57% shooting, 11 steals and five blocks in three games, while Kyrie Irving and the supporting cast—Walter Clayton Jr., Zaccharie Risacher, P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford—provide key scoring and defense. Despite a turbulent offseason that saw a disastrous trade, a GM firing, coach changes and roster turnover, head coach Dusty May praises the team’s big‑play execution and unselfishness. The Mavericks have already beat Indiana and Miami on the road and kept the defending Western Conference champion Spurs close without Flagg and Irving, sparking hopes they could exceed expectations and reach the playoffs.
The Milwaukee Bucks snap their winless streak with a 110-102 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Oct. 26, 2026, highlighted by Tyler Herro’s near triple‑double (23 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists) that earns him an A‑grade. Ryan Rollins adds 19 points, while Kyle Kuzma contributes 17 points and key threes. Defensive standouts include Myles Turner’s four blocks and Kel’el Ware’s double‑double (16 points, 14 rebounds). The Pacers, shorthanded without Ivica Zubac and Andrew Nembhard, struggle in the second half of a back‑to‑back. Player grades range from Herro’s A‑ to Jaime Jaquez Jr.’s D.
The Milwaukee Bucks outlasted the Indiana Pacers 110-102 to earn their first win of the season, avoiding a 0-4 start on Monday night. Tyler Herro dropped 23 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists; Ryan Rollins had 19, Kyle Kuzma 17, and Kel’el Ware had 16 and 14 rebounds for his second straight double-double for the […]
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The Milwaukee Bucks snap a three‑game losing streak with a 110‑102 win over the Indiana Pacers on Oct. 26, 2026. Tyler Herro leads the way with a near triple‑double (23 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists) while Kel’el Ware adds 16 points and 14 boards. Myles Turner fuels the fourth‑quarter surge with a steal, two blocks and crucial offensive rebounds, sparking a decisive run. Indiana’s Tyrese Haliburton tops the Pacers with 22 points and nine assists, but the Bucks’ third‑quarter rally and second‑chance points (13 of 24 in the final period) secure the season‑opening victory for the Taylor Jenkins era.
The Pacers fell short against the Bucks on Oct. 26, shooting a disappointing 13‑of‑48 from three as Milwaukee’s crowd tuned into the World Series. Despite early tempo and open‑floor play, Indiana went 2‑of‑9 from deep in the first quarter and never recovered, while the Bucks erupted with a 23‑12 third‑quarter run, hitting 5‑of‑8 threes. Rookie Jarace Walker led the Pacers with 10 points, eight boards and a +14 first‑half rating, but his impact waned after halftime. With several Pacers injured and the game played amid a Brewers‑World Series watch party, the Bucks’ shooting firepower proved decisive.
The Pacers’ Ben Sheppard faces meniscus surgery Wednesday after a left‑knee tear, likely a meniscectomy that could sideline him just a few weeks, coach Rick Carlisle says. Meanwhile, center Ivica Zubac’s ankle sprain improves—he entered the arena boot‑free—but guard Andrew Nembhard sits out with a back issue. Elsewhere, the Rockets’ Steven Adams is out until at least early November with a right soleus strain, Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa misses his fourth game but is progressing, and the Hornets have no timelines for Coby White, Kon Knueppel or Grant Williams despite “positive steps.” Nuggets forward Spencer Jones hopes to debut within the next three games after bilateral hamstring management.
DAZN is expanding its NBA reach by adding the five teams that were previously exclusive to its platform—Cavaliers, Pacers, Grizzlies, Timberwolves and Spurs—to DirecTV’s linear distribution. The multiyear deal, announced on October 26, lets DirecTV satellite, streaming and U‑verse subscribers access all DAZN games at no extra cost, with login integration coming in the next weeks. While DAZN already offers some free games and local OTA simulcasts, this partnership brings every broadcast, including pay‑wall content, to DirecTV’s 28‑team lineup (the 76ers remain excluded). The move marks DAZN’s first venture into vMVPD distribution and signals its broader ambitions for regional‑rights hubs across NBA, NHL and MLB.
Cooper Flagg is cleared to play for the Dallas Mavericks against the Miami Heat on Oct. 26, just three days after a mild left‑shoulder sprain in Indiana. Coach Dusty May says Flagg’s status is a game‑time decision, but he expects him to suit up after a solid 14‑point debut versus the Pacers. The Mavericks also welcome back Kyrie Irving, while Naji Marshall sits out with illness and several other players remain sidelined. Miami, 0‑3 this week, features new star Giannis Antetokounmpo (28.3 ppg). The tip‑off is set for 6:30 p.m. CT at Kaseya Center.
The Dallas Mavericks (1-2) travel to Miami to face the winless Heat (0-3) on NBA TV at 6:30 p.m. CST. Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving returns after ACL recovery, while rookie Cooper Flagg is listed as probable despite a shoulder injury. Dallas also loses Santi Aldama (knee surgery) and Dereck Lively, while Miami reports no absences. The Heat are desperate for their first victory, and the Mavericks aim to build on a recent win over the Pacers. Key storylines include Irving’s comeback and the evolving injury list ahead of a potentially entertaining matchup.
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The Cavs have another way for fans to watch. Whether it’s a way those fans actually use is another question. DirecTV and DAZN announced a multiyear agreement Monday covering local broadcasts for the Cavs, Pacers, Grizzlies, Timberwolves and Spurs. The deal includes DirecTV streaming, satellite and U-verse customers within each team’s designated home territory, per […]
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All five NBA teams that signed exclusive local broadcast deals with DAZN—Cleveland Cavaliers, Indiana Pacers, Memphis Grizzlies, Minnesota Timberwolves and San Antonio Spurs—have now secured simulcast agreements with DirecTV. Starting this week, DirecTV Choice or higher subscribers can watch the teams' games, effectively turning the streaming‑only rights into a direct‑to‑distributor model. The move hints at a strategic shift after early-season backlash over limited access, though it remains unclear if additional cable or satellite deals will follow or if teams will adjust their fees.
Timberwolves LaMelo Ball has some advice for his new teammates. Keep your head up, and not just when things aren’t going well. With Ball running the offense, a pass could be headed your way whether you’re ready or not. “Actually, I tried to hit them in the head a couple times the first day (of […]
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Cooper Flagg is upgraded to probable for the Mavericks' Monday game against the Miami Heat after completing a shootaround, despite a mild left shoulder sprain that sidelined him on Friday. The 19‑year‑old, 2025 No. 1 pick, left the Indiana Pacers game with 14 points and missed the Spurs loss before an MRI confirmed the sprain. He scored 32 points in the season opener versus Houston. Meanwhile, Kyrie Irving returns after a knee issue, while Naji Marshall (illness) and Caleb Martin (thumb sprain) remain out, and several players continue to sit with injuries. Tip‑off is set for 6:30 p.m. CT at Kaseya Center.
Six months after Indiana Pacers fans Michael and Grace went viral for appearing to have a conversation that turned heated, they returned to the Barclays Center. The Pacers welcomed them back with open arms. The couple was spotted in the stands. This time, they appeared to be having a more loving conversation. Michael and Grace […]
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Pacers center Ivica Zubac sprains his left ankle in the first quarter of the 112-106 win over Brooklyn, exiting on crutches and likely missing Monday’s game in Milwaukee. The injury, to the same ankle that sidelined him last season, shows no fracture on X‑rays but carries swelling, making his status day‑to‑day. Backup Jay Huff steps up with 14 points, 3 assists, and 3 blocks, while Larry Nance Jr. adds 6 points, 6 rebounds. Kelly Oubre Jr. rebounds with 14 points after a slow start, and star guard Tyrese Haliburton confirms he’ll play against the Bucks, marking his first back‑to‑back appearance since his Achilles tear. Meanwhile, wing Johnny Furphy remains on track in ACL rehab, but the Pacers also list T.J. McConnell and Ben Sheppard as out.
The Brooklyn Nets had a chance to get their first win during Sunday’s home matchup against the Indiana Pacers. Instead, they rolled over in an embarrassing 136-109 defeat during the second night of a back-to-back. Jordi Fernandez’s squad opened the game with its best defensive quarter of the season, jumping out to a 26-24 lead […]
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