Anthony Edwards injury takes major sting out of Warriors-Timberwolves matchup
Anthony Edwards' knee injury takes a major sting out of what will be a fascinating battle between the Golden State Warriors and Minnesota Timberwolves.
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The Suns’ defense is disconnected. Somebody find the light switch!
The Phoenix Suns' defense has unraveled early in the 2026‑27 season, allowing 123.7 points per game—the fifth most in the league—and posting the worst defensive rating (124.5). In just three games they’ve surrendered 143 points to Portland, 122 to a weakened Golden State squad, and 125 to Oklahoma City, while ranking 29th in perimeter defense (opponents shooting 40.7% from three) and dead‑last in rebounding at 42.9%. Injuries to Booker, Brooks, and Williams may be a factor, but the article argues the issues stem from systemic lapses, with guards penetrating unchecked and the big men arriving too late. The piece warns that without a major defensive fix, Phoenix could repeat last season’s late‑year collapse.
4 Reasons Why Golden State Warriors Yaxel Lendeborg Is Set Up For Serious ROTY Contention
Golden State’s 11th‑overall pick, veteran rookie Yaxel Lendeborg, is being positioned as a serious Rookie‑of‑the‑Year contender. Coach Steve Kerr praises his pro‑ready skill set, work ethic and defensive versatility, and injuries to Jimmy Butler III, Moses Moody, Al Horford and limited Draymond Green minutes open a clear path to 30‑plus minutes per game. Lendeborg arrives after a stellar college career at Michigan—15.1 ppg, 6.8 rebounds, two defensive player of the year awards and a 7.9 win share—so the Warriors expect immediate impact on both ends of the floor.
Northwest Notes: Jokic, Edwards, Holmgren, Caruso, Boozer, Peterson
Nikola Jokic lashes out at Nuggets fans who booed the team after an overtime win over New Orleans, declaring the detractors “not real fans” and unwelcome. Denver then drops a 20‑point loss to Golden State, but Jokic stands firm. In the Northwest, Minnesota’s Anthony Edwards battles right‑knee soreness but remains doubtful for Sunday’s game vs. Golden State. Oklahoma City’s Chet Holmgren misses his second straight game with patellar tendinitis, and Alex Caruso sits out with an ankle sprain. Meanwhile, former NBA star Carlos Boozer comments on Utah’s draft of Darryn Peterson over his son Cameron, praising the pick’s fit for the Jazz.
Hornets can provide Warriors with Kristaps Porzingis lifeline they desperately need
The Golden State Warriors need to move Kristaps Porzingis' contract for a useful player. The Charlotte Hornets may provide that opportunity.
Warriors are starting to develop a blueprint for maximizing Stephen Curry's twilight
The Golden State Warriors earned their first win of the season against the Denver Nuggets. It provided more than just a mark on their record.
Nikola Jokic insists he’s a Nuggets lifer, but trade buzz will get louder if team struggles and he keeps crapping on fans
The Denver Nuggets have stumbled out of the gates to a 1-2 record this season, recently getting blasted at home by the winless Golden State Warriors. Nikola Jokic hasn’t been great, at least by his standards, so far this year, and has also spent his postgame press conferences repeatedly calling out fans who have voiced […] The post Nikola Jokic insists he’s a Nuggets lifer, but trade buzz will get louder if team struggles and he keeps crapping on fans appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Nikola Jokic doubles down on message to booing Nuggets fans
Nikola Jokic isn’t backing off. If Nuggets fans want to boo their own team, he’d prefer they find something else to do with their evening. Denver’s star center stood by his criticism of the home crowd after Monday’s 134-114 loss to the Warriors, which dropped the Nuggets to 1-2. “I’m sticking to what I said,” […] The post Nikola Jokic doubles down on message to booing Nuggets fans appeared first on Hoops Wire .
What is wrong with the Phoenix Suns?
After a 43‑point explosion against Golden State, Devin Booker rattles off a dismal 3‑point night (1‑of‑7) as the Phoenix Suns fall to the Oklahoma City Thunder 105‑84 on Oct. 26, exposing deeper flaws. The loss highlights a hit‑or‑miss franchise star, chronic rebounding woes, and an offense lacking identity, with the Brooks‑Bridges pairing shooting just 5‑of‑20 from three. While Jalen Green posts 20 points and the bench hits 10‑of‑21 from deep, the starters struggle to sync, stall possessions, and rely too heavily on Booker. Despite early‑season optimism about continuity, the Suns appear structurally unbalanced and in need of significant adjustments to avoid repeating a 1‑4 start.
Yaxel Lendeborg joins Shaq, Patrick Ewing & David Robinson in NBA rookie history
Golden State rookie Yaxel Lendeborg has become only the fourth player since the 1985‑86 draft lottery era to tally at least 85 points and 35 rebounds in his first four NBA games, joining Shaquille O’Neal, Patrick Ewing and David Robinson. He finished the stretch with 87 points, 37 rebounds, 19 assists, four steals and two blocks, averaging 21.8 points, 9.3 rebounds and 4.8 assists. Lendeborg’s latest outing featured 31 points, 12 rebounds and six assists in a 134‑114 win over Denver, making him the first Warriors rookie since Stephen Curry (2010) with a 30‑10‑5 line. The historic start puts him in elite company early in the 2026‑27 season.
Nikola Jokic admits Nuggets cannot defend after Warriors loss
Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic has expressed concern about his team’s defense following Monday’s defeat to the Golden State Warriors. The loss dropped Denver to 1-2 to begin the 2026-27 NBA season, with defensive problems continuing to affect the team’s results. Jokic acknowledged that the Nuggets have been dealing with similar issues since last season […] The post Nikola Jokic admits Nuggets cannot defend after Warriors loss appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Nikola Jokic stands by criticism of Nuggets fans who boo team
Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic has defended his previous comments about fans booing their own team, saying he has no intention of changing his opinion. The Serbian center recently criticized Denver supporters who booed the Nuggets during home games. Following Monday’s loss to the Golden State Warriors, Jokic was asked whether he still stood by […] The post Nikola Jokic stands by criticism of Nuggets fans who boo team appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
4 Most Desperate NBA Teams After The First Week Of The Season
Here are four NBA teams already feeling the pressure after the first week, with the Knicks, Heat, Warriors, and Magic facing some early problems.
Draymond Green wants to make sure Yaxel Lendeborg isn’t only young star getting love after Warriors smack Nuggets
After the Warriors’ 134-114 win over Denver, veteran Draymond Green urged credit for rookie Yaxel Lendeborg’s 31-point, 12‑rebound breakout to also include fellow youngster Brandin Podziemski, who logged 18 points, seven rebounds and a +33 plus‑minus. Green highlighted both players as key to ending Golden State’s 0‑3 start and stressed the need for consistent youth contributions as the team heads into its next road game against Minnesota.
Yaxel Lendeborg is strong like ‘ox,’ according to Steve Kerr, and he’s changing Dubs’ vibes
Golden State Warriors rookie forward Yaxel Lendeborg had a standout performance in the team’s 134-114 win over the Nuggets on Monday, and Steve Kerr has high praise for the first-year man. Lendeborg finished the game with a triple-double: 31 points, 12 rebounds, 6 assists, and 1 block in 31 minutes of play to help the […] The post Yaxel Lendeborg is strong like ‘ox,’ according to Steve Kerr, and he’s changing Dubs’ vibes appeared first on ClutchPoints .
David Adelman calls out Nuggets’ lack of physicality after Warriors loss
Denver Nuggets head coach David Adelman criticized his team’s lack of physicality and defensive execution after the Golden State Warriors handed Denver a 134-114 defeat on Monday night. The Nuggets allowed 74 second-half points as the Warriors shot 22-of-44 from three-point range and outrebounded Denver 45-32. Adelman said the defensive breakdowns were less about the […] The post David Adelman calls out Nuggets’ lack of physicality after Warriors loss appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Yaxel Lendeborg reveals what Stephen Curry and Draymond Green told him
Yaxel Lendeborg credited Stephen Curry and Draymond Green’s confidence in him for helping accelerate his development with the Golden State Warriors after delivering a career night against the Denver Nuggets. The rookie recorded 31 points, 12 rebounds and six assists in the Warriors’ 134-114 win on Monday, October 26, shooting 9-of-19 from the field and […] The post Yaxel Lendeborg reveals what Stephen Curry and Draymond Green told him appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Steve Kerr’s center rotation sends clear message to Warriors front office
Steve Kerr's center rotation on Monday night sent a clear message to the Golden State Warriors front office amid Kristaps Porzingis trade rumors.
Lendeborg’s 31 Points Lead Warriors Past Nuggets 134-114
Yaxel Lendeborg erupts for a career‑high 31 points and 12 rebounds as the Golden State Warriors rout the Denver Nuggets 134‑114 at Ball Arena. Stephen Curry adds 24 points on a perfect 8‑for‑8 night, and the Warriors surge in the third quarter with a 40‑point burst to seize a 24‑point lead. Denver’s DeMar DeRozan leads the Nuggets with 21 points, but the team struggles, shooting just 34% from three and committing 12 turnovers. The win improves the Warriors to 1‑3, keeping them 2.5 games behind the Pacific‑leading Lakers, while Denver falls to 1‑2 in the early season.
Warriors’ Yaxel Lendeborg giddy about meeting DeMar DeRozan, an NBA 2K favorite of his
Golden State Warriors forward Yaxel Lendeborg chose the perfect game to deliver his breakout performance. Lendeborg exploded for 31 points to lead the Warriors past the Denver Nuggets, 134-114, at Ball Arena on Monday. He added 12 rebounds and six assists, finally notching his first win in the NBA after Golden State’s 0-3 start. The […] The post Warriors’ Yaxel Lendeborg giddy about meeting DeMar DeRozan, an NBA 2K favorite of his appeared first on ClutchPoints .
“Ain’t Shocked About This”: Natalie Addresses Game 5 Physicality After Taking 3-2 Lead in the WNBA Finals
21 points off turnovers. That is how Golden State beat Atlanta 64-55 in Game 5 and took a 3-2 series lead. One win from the franchise’s first championship. After the game, Natalie Nakase addressed the physicality, and her response made clear she had expected the intensity. The victory on October 26 gave the Valkyries a […] The post “Ain’t Shocked About This”: Natalie Addresses Game 5 Physicality After Taking 3-2 Lead in the WNBA Finals appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Warriors’ first win offers glimpse of how they can survive until Jimmy Butler returns
Yaxel Lendeborg and Brandin Podziemski helped the Golden State Warriors thrive while Stephen Curry rested, offering a blueprint for success in their first win.
Nuggets' uninspired flop against Warriors raises serious concerns
The Nuggets haven't looked good at all to start the season. Red flags are being raised.
Yaxel Lendeborg Asks Carmelo Anthony, Vince Carter, Tracy McGrady For Advice in Trending Video
Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg tried to take full advantage of having three Hall of Famers in the same room together.
Nikola Jokic doubles down on ripping Nuggets fans booing team’s struggles
Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets are having a rough start to the season, falling to 1-2 after losing to the Golden State Warriors, 134-114, at Ball Arena on Monday. The Nuggets looked lackluster in the second half, allowing the Warriors to pull away and get their first win of the season. After the Nuggets […] The post Nikola Jokic doubles down on ripping Nuggets fans booing team’s struggles appeared first on ClutchPoints .
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