The Philadelphia 76ers head home after a 127-121 win over the Bulls, improving to 9-2, to face Boston in a clash for the East’s top spot. The Celtics lead the league in net rating (+11.6) and remain top‑four on both offense and defense, with Jayson Tatum averaging 27.1 points, 6 rebounds and a career‑high 7.8 assists. Former Sixer Jaylen Brown returns to Boston for his first regular‑season meeting against his old team, while Paul George makes his Philadelphia debut with the Celtics, posting 20.4 points and solid defense. With Adem Bona sidelined, Jabari Walker steps up, but Boston’s size with Neemias Queta and Mitchell Robinson poses a rebounding challenge for Philadelphia.
The San Antonio Spurs announce a partnership with the Texas Department of Transportation to champion the 40th‑anniversary "Don’t Mess with Texas" anti‑litter campaign. TxDOT becomes a supporting partner of the Spurs I‑35 Series, with digital "Stories of the City" features and in‑arena promotions aimed at encouraging fans to keep Texas litter‑free. Spurs chief commercial officer Frank Miceli emphasizes community pride, while campaign manager Norma Rios highlights the role of fans in the effort. The collaboration joins a legacy of celebrity‑led ads since 1986, including Stevie Ray Vaughan and Matthew McConaughey.
Anthony Davis lights up the Washington Wizards with 44 points and 13 rebounds, but the team falls 122-111 to the Detroit Pistons, extending its losing streak to four games. Davis scores 30 points in the first half on 10‑of‑11 shooting, yet the rest of the squad goes 25‑of‑68, highlighting Washington’s offensive woes. Rookie No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa dazzles with electrifying drives, a corner three, and fierce defense, though five turnovers dampen his impact. Injuries sideline Bilal Coulibaly, and Kyshawn George adds to the turnover trouble. Coach Brian Keefe urges immediate improvement as the Wizards struggle to find rhythm on both ends.
We've entered week 4 of fantasy basketball, and things are starting to settle down... kinda. Not as many injuries (knock on wood), but this early in the season, more teams…
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The post revisits Larry Bird’s legendary buzzer‑beaters, featuring a classic 1984 NBA Finals free‑throw photo and a video compilation of his clutch shots. It contrasts modern myths—like Wilt Chamberlain’s 100‑point game and Babe Ruth’s existence—with the well‑documented evidence of Bird’s era, noting how today’s rule changes and the three‑point line would actually make his feats easier. Quotes from Bird during game‑winning moments add personality, and the article links to the DBR Boards for more content.
The NBA season keeps trucking along. Most teams have ten games under their belt already, which gives us a good […]
Payton Pritchard seems to be finding his groove this season, and the Boston Celtics should be happy about that.
JB Bickerstaff's experiment worked...and didn't.
Giannis Antetokounmpa, now with the Miami Heat, lashes out at former Bucks coach Doc Rivers after Rivers claimed the trade was driven by Giannis wanting to avoid a "villain" label. On The Bill Simmons Podcast, Rivers offered his account, prompting a stunned Giannis to call the remarks "crazy" and say Rivers should explain himself. The Greek Freak stressed his focus remains on helping the Heat, who sit 4-6 after a loss to Sacramento, and warned athletes not to let grudges hinder their goals.
The Washington Wizards are struggling because Trae Young can't buy a bucket.
Mitchell Robinson is starting to settle in with the Boston Celtics, but now he'll be tasked with proving he can handle Joel Embiid. If Embiid can simply not dominate, that's a good sign for both Robinson and Boston.
The Boston Celtics‑Philadelphia 76ers matchup is shaping up as a classic NBA rivalry, now fueled by stars Jayson Tatum and Joel Embiid. With 23 playoff series—the most between any two teams—and a 15‑8 Celtics edge, the rivalry boasts historic flashpoints from the Russell‑Chamberlain era to the Bird‑Dr. J fight in 1984. The blog breaks down four criteria for a true rivalry, awarding the Celtics‑Sixers an “A” as recent playoff scars reignite the animosity. Readers get a concise history, key moments, and why tonight’s game could be a defining chapter for both fan bases.
The Toronto Raptors chose not to sign Rob Dilllingham, who was drafted with the No. 8 pick the team traded to acquire Jakob Poeltl.
The Charlotte Hornets shocked the Cleveland Cavaliers with a 124-112 win, buoyed by a hot 3‑point shooting night (23 triples) and a 33‑point surge. Tidjane Salaün sparked a 15‑point run in the second quarter, while Naz Reid and Grayson Allen combined for 52 points, each hitting multiple threes. Rookie Ryan Kalkbrenner posted a near‑double‑double (8 points, 15 rebounds, 3 blocks) and key defensive stops, and Royce O’Neale capped the game with a dagger three. Despite a late Cavs rally, the Hornets held a 27‑point lead into the fourth and secured the upset without starters Brandon Miller, Kon Knueppel or Moussa Diabate.
The Denver Nuggets are dipping back to their second city uniform from 2018-19, a play on the famed 1980s rainbow skyline uniforms, for the 2026-27 season
Less than 24 hours after authoritatively taking out the Kings across town, the Penguins reverted right back to their default mode -- bad power play, bad breakdowns -- in being beaten down by the Ducks, 5-2, Sunday evening at Honda Center.
Victor Wembanyama scored 40 points in just 25 minutes against the Phoenix Suns on Monday, but the San Antonio Spurs star believes his biggest improvement comes from something beyond his physical abilities.
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Draymond Green has no objection to Jordan Poole returning to the Golden State Warriors, with the veteran forward expressing support for a reunion after Monday's 138-87 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans.
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Rick Carlisle was furious with the officiating after the Indiana Pacers' 125-122 loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Monday, calling the late collision involving Andrew Nembhard a clear foul.
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Ja Morant, Paolo Banchero and Chet Holmgren are among the players ruled out on the NBA injury report for Tuesday, November 10.
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The Denver Nuggets sit at a 5-4 record after nine games, looking more average than great. They dominate teams with worse records (5-0) but are 0-4 against stronger opponents, resulting in a modest Net Rating of +0.1. While Jamal Murray shines and Nikola Jokic posts solid numbers, supporting pieces struggle: Christian Braun’s three‑point shooting is below 35%, Cam Johnson scores just 10 points on low volume, and Aaron Gordon posts a sub‑40% field‑goal rate. Bench contributions are erratic, highlighted by a zero‑three‑point night against Houston and a -4.5 plus‑minus for DeMar DeRozan. The starters’ lineups rank in the NBA’s top ten, but secondary units sit at -51, underscoring the inconsistency that could keep the Nuggets around 50 wins this season.
Jamahl Mosley demanded a defensive response after the New Orleans Pelicans suffered a 138-87 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Monday night.
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Yaxel Lendeborg said Golden State’s eight-game winning streak has brought greater trust and connection, after the Warriors beat New Orleans 138-87 on Monday.
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Steve Kerr believes the Golden State Warriors have the depth and two-way potential to become a contender after extending their winning streak to eight games.
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The Warriors make NBA history by becoming the first team to rebound from a 0‑3 start with an eight‑game win streak, capping it with a 138‑87 rout of the New Orleans Pelicans on Nov. 9, 2026. Stephen Curry leads the charge, while rookie Yaxel Lendeborg dazzles with 23 points on perfect shooting (8‑10, 4‑4 from three) earning an A+ grade. Brandin Podziemski adds 25 points in 26 minutes, and Draymond Green returns to his playmaking best with a perfect shooting line and an A grade. Bench contributor Gui Santos earns a B+ for his hustle. The piece grades each player against personal expectations, highlighting Lendeborg’s breakout performance and the Warriors’ dominant display.