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Around the West: Sizing up the conference behind the Lakers

The Lakers sit atop the Western Conference with a 9‑2 record after a five‑game streak, thanks to MVP‑level play from Luka Dončić, All‑NBA guard Austin Reaves and a thriving supporting cast led by Walker Kessler. Yet they’re not alone: the Spurs (8‑2, +12.2 net rating) ride an eight‑game winning streak, the Warriors (7‑3) string together seven straight victories behind Stephen Curry’s 31.3 PPG, and the Thunder (8‑2) rebound from injuries. The piece previews the West’s top five teams, their recent runs, key players, and how they stack up against Los Angeles moving forward.

Warriors guard Will Richard out indefinitely with ligament tear in thumb

The Warriors confirm guard Will Richard will miss an indefinite stretch after tearing the ulnar collateral ligament in his left thumb. Richard, a second‑year player who was averaging 5.1 points, 1.8 rebounds and shooting 47.5% from the field in 10 games, joins Jimmy Butler, Moses Moody and Kristaps Porzingis on the injured list. A 2023 study suggests thumb UCL tears sideline players an average of 7.4 weeks. With no clear replacement for his point‑of‑attack defense, Steve Kerr may lean on Gary Payton II and give extra minutes to two‑way wing Malevy Leons.

How to watch Warriors vs. Pelicans

The Warriors close their six‑game homestand on Monday, Nov. 9, at 7:00 PM PT with a clash against the New Orleans Pelicans at Chase Center. The game streams on NBA TV and NBC Sports Bay Area. Golden State, now 7‑3 after a 41‑point, overtime win over Orlando, aims to sweep the homestand but must improve rebounding— the Magic previously out‑rebounded them 24‑3. The Pelicans will be without Zion Williamson (rest) and Trey Murphy, while projected starters feature Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and Brandin Podziemski for the Dubs, and Dejounte Murray and Saddiq Bey for New Orleans. The matchup offers a chance for the Warriors to address second‑chance woes and extend their winning streak.

Lakers at Hawks: start time, TV, streaming, radio, game thread

The Los Angeles Lakers (9‑2) visit the Atlanta Hawks (7‑4) at State Farm Arena on Jan. 13, 2026, with tip‑off slated for 7:00 PM EST. Atlanta must contain Luka Doncic’s 40‑point averaging to chase a fifth straight win. The Hawks’ starting five—Kingston Flemings, Nickeil Alexander‑Walker, Dyson Daniels, Jalen Johnson, and Onyeka Okongwu—will battle the Lakers. The game airs on Peachtree TV (WPCH) and Atlanta News First, streams via Amazon Prime, NBA League Pass (out‑of‑market) and YouTube TV, and is broadcast on Sports Radio 92.9 the Game.

Knicks Notes: Towns, Bridges, Shamet, Brunson

Jalen Brunson earns Eastern Conference Player of the Week, but Karl‑Anthony Towns is the Knicks’ MVP after nine games, posting career‑high shooting splits (62.4% two‑pointers, 43.6% threes, 56.5% overall) and leading the league with 10.2 defensive rebounds per game. Coach Mike Brown credits Towns’ basketball IQ and staff guidance for his defensive rise. Meanwhile, Mikal Bridges struggles with poor shooting and a career‑low 26.0 MPG, while Landry Shamet, a former playoff hero, scores nine points in a 109‑97 win over Cleveland. Brunson’s durability impresses Brown, who notes Brunson’s performance improves in every two‑minute segment.

Austin Reaves ruled out for Lakers-Hawks showdown

The Los Angeles Lakers lose guard Austin Reaves to illness ahead of Monday night’s game against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena. Reaves, who dropped a career‑high 43 points in the Lakers’ 121-116 win over Detroit on Sunday, has been ruled out, forcing Los Angeles to seek other scoring options. The Lakers gain a boost, however, as Luka Doncic returns after missing the Pistons game, averaging 40.1 points this season. Reaves has been on a November tear, posting 27.0 points per game over five contests.

November 10 Complete Sports Schedule: Where, When, and How to Watch Your Favorite Sports

The November 10 sports guide packs a full day of action across the NBA, college football, NHL and WTA Finals. NBA fans can catch six games, kicking off with the Bucks at the Knicks (7:30 PM ET, MSG/My24) and ending with the Thunder vs. Trail Blazers (11 PM ET, Peacock). College football features Kent State at Bowling Green and Western Michigan at Akron (both 7 PM ET, ESPNU/CBS Sports Network). The NHL rolls out seven matchups, including Capitals‑Senators and Devils‑Jets at 7 PM ET, plus a 7:30 PM ET Panthers‑Blue Jackets stream on Hulu/ESPN+. The WTA Finals continue with round‑robin singles and doubles on the Tennis Channel. All games are available via regional networks and major streaming platforms.

Monday Practice Notes; Fiala Returns to the Top-Six, plus Quotes from Byfield, Turcotte, and Laviolette

During Monday’s practice at the Toyota Sports Performance Center, Kevin Fiala finally skated in a top‑six line alongside Quinton Byfield and Corey Perry, marking his closest step toward a full return after a nine‑month leg injury from the Olympics. Coach Peter Laviolette confirmed defenseman Erik Gustafsson is day‑to‑day. Byfield praised Fiala’s impact on and off the ice and discussed the chemistry they could bring once both Fiala and Artemi Panarin line up together. Alex Turcotte and Laviolette also spoke about focusing on one game at a time to spark a winning streak before the road trip.

Wizards at Pistons Discussion

The Washington Wizards (4-6) aim to halt a three‑game skid on Monday night at Little Caesars Arena against the 6‑3 Detroit Pistons. Coming off a historic 114‑75 defeat to the Thunder, the Wizards hope to rebound despite Anthony Davis (ankle) being listed as questionable and several key players out. Detroit, playing the second night of a back‑to‑back after a loss to the Lakers, will look to extend its winning ways. Tip‑off is 7 p.m., televised on Monumental Sports Network.

Shawn Kemp details how Reebok deal happened

Former NBA star Shawn Kemp recalled how he secured a reported $36 million endorsement deal with Reebok despite losing the 1991 NBA Slam Dunk Contest to Dee Brown. The post Shawn Kemp details how Reebok deal happened appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Adem Bona out, Joel Embiid not listed on injury report for Sixers’ big tilt with Boston

The Sixers’ injury report ahead of Tuesday’s clash with the Boston Celtics omits star center Joel Embiid, who is managing right‑foot plantar fasciitis but remains listed as healthy. Embiid has struggled recently, shooting just 7‑of‑28 over his last two games. Meanwhile, forward Adem Bona misses his third straight game after a cervical spine sprain suffered on Nov. 4 in Detroit, though coach Nick Nurse still sees him as the starter upon return. Backup Jabari Walker has been praised for his effort, but Nurse isn’t ready to replace Bona yet.

Brandon Ingram nearing return to Clippers lineup, speaks out on recovery

Brandon Ingram says he is "pretty close" to rejoining the LA Clippers after six months of rehab for a bone spur and partially torn Achilles suffered in May. He’s been practicing full‑contact three‑on‑three and five‑on‑five, and feels his heel is improving, though no exact return date is set. The Clippers, who opened the season with a win but have since lost seven straight and rank near the bottom in second‑through‑fourth quarter net ratings, hope Ingram and returning teammate Yanic Konan Niederhasuer will boost scoring and relieve pressure on Darius Garland and Rui Hachimura. The team faces the Phoenix Suns Tuesday and the Oklahoma City Thunder Friday as they await Ingram’s clearance.

“Not Thinking About Fans”: Mavs Minority Owner Mark Cuban Exposes Adam Silver’s NBA Priorities

Mark Cuban warns that the NBA is losing focus on fans, affordability and community as it chases higher franchise valuations. On The Jameis Winston Show, the Mavericks minority owner praised his Harbinger Fund’s role in giving liquidity to small stakeholders, but warned that growing private‑equity ownership—allowed under new rules letting firms hold stakes in up to eight teams—could erode the fan experience. Cuban recalls earlier league talks about family‑friendly tickets and youth engagement, now overtaken by profit metrics. While he admits he’s benefited from rising values, he argues that true ownership belongs to the fans and that the league’s priorities must reflect that.

Pistons Notes: Huerter, Jenkins, Prince, Joe, Duren

The Pistons fell to 6-3 after a 26‑point first‑quarter loss to the Lakers, but Kevin Huerter posted a career‑high 24 points, five rebounds, five assists and a spectacular no‑look pass to Daniss Jenkins, who exploded for a career‑high 31 points. Huerter also set a personal best with five blocks. The piece also covers Taurean Prince’s comeback from neck surgery, Isaiah Joe’s seventh straight game out with a hip contusion, and Jalen Duren’s hamstring setback, noting the team’s cautious rehab plans.