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NBA wants more basketball, less noise from its TV coverage
The NBA’s message to its television partners is straightforward: Give fans more reasons to enjoy the basketball. As the league enters the second season of its agreements with ESPN, NBC and Amazon, executives say the emphasis is on explaining the game, introducing its stars and making broadcasts feel like events. In an examination of the […] The post NBA wants more basketball, less noise from its TV coverage appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Giannis Antetokounmpo challenges Heat after blowout: ‘It starts with me’
Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 35 points in his Heat debut. Afterward, he was more interested in discussing what he hadn’t done well enough. Miami lost 131-106 to the Timberwolves on Wednesday, an opening-night disappointment that prompted Antetokounmpo to question his new team’s effort and response to adversity. “We got to trust each other. When things don’t […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo challenges Heat after blowout: ‘It starts with me’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Rockets, Kevin Durant, Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nets
Rockets The Rockets want to spend less time working against the shot clock and more time attacking before the defense gets organized. Their opener offered a good example of why. Houston scored 29 fast-break points in Wednesday’s 128-110 win over the Mavericks, a total it reached only twice last season, according to William Guillory of […] The post NBA Notes: Rockets, Kevin Durant, Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs’ Jarrett Allen on sore knee: ‘There’s pain there,’ but plans to play
Jarrett Allen expects to play in the Cavaliers’ season opener Thursday at Philadelphia, though he acknowledges his right knee won’t be entirely pain-free. Allen participated in morning shootaround and said he plans to be in the lineup despite being listed as questionable with right patellar tendinopathy, according to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com. “Just trying to […] The post Cavs’ Jarrett Allen on sore knee: ‘There’s pain there,’ but plans to play appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Mavericks’ Dusty May: There are going to be puzzles we’ll have to figure out
Dusty May saw enough in the Mavericks’ opener to identify both the problems and a few possible solutions. The challenge is making those corrections before Friday’s visit to the Pacers. Dallas lost 128-110 to the Rockets on Wednesday, with a 38-12 second quarter creating a deficit that overwhelmed an otherwise productive night from Cooper Flagg. […] The post Mavericks’ Dusty May: There are going to be puzzles we’ll have to figure out appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Mavericks, Kyrie Irving, Hawks, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Magic
Mavericks Kyrie Irving waited nearly 600 days to play another regular-season game. The Rockets welcomed him back with double teams. Irving finished with 15 points, four rebounds and two assists in the Mavericks’ 128-110 opening loss Wednesday, shooting 6-of-9 from the field. He also committed four turnovers as Houston pressured him and challenged his teammates […] The post NBA Notes: Mavericks, Kyrie Irving, Hawks, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Magic appeared first on Hoops Wire .
John Konchar lands new two-year deal
John Konchar has found his next team. The veteran wing signed a two-year contract with Olympiacos, the Greek club announced, taking his talents overseas for the first time after seven NBA seasons. Konchar, 30, spent most of his NBA career with the Grizzlies before moving through several organizations this year. Memphis traded him to the […] The post John Konchar lands new two-year deal appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Wizards, Anthony Davis, Jazz, Darryn Peterson, Nets
Wizards Anthony Davis was the best player on the floor in the Wizards’ opener. One of Washington’s most encouraging stretches came while he was watching from the bench. The Wizards pulled ahead in the fourth quarter of Wednesday’s 128-116 win over the Bucks with Davis and Trae Young resting, getting important contributions from a group […] The post NBA Notes: Wizards, Anthony Davis, Jazz, Darryn Peterson, Nets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cleveland radio host: ‘How am I supposed to sit here and talk about the Cavs?’
The Cavaliers have a team they hope can compete for a championship. Ken Carman wants to know how many local fans will be watching. The 92.3 The Fan host criticized Cleveland’s new television arrangement, arguing that the cost and lack of a traditional local TV option could discourage fans from following the team. “I think […] The post Cleveland radio host: ‘How am I supposed to sit here and talk about the Cavs?’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Kawhi Leonard: ‘You can’t rush greatness’ after Raptors debut
Kawhi Leonard wants to “shock the world, again.” His first game back with the Raptors offered an encouraging start. Leonard finished with 23 points, six rebounds, four steals, two assists and a block in 24 minutes Wednesday as Toronto overwhelmed the Bulls 135-92. But when asked about reaching midseason form, he made clear that his […] The post Kawhi Leonard: ‘You can’t rush greatness’ after Raptors debut appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA refs: Timberwolves’ LaMelo Ball traveled on viral stepback three
LaMelo Ball had an explanation for his viral stepback three-pointer. The NBA referees union wasn’t buying it. The union’s official social media account confirmed Thursday that the Timberwolves guard traveled on the play during Wednesday’s 131-106 road win over the Heat. “For everyone asking, ‘how is this legal?’ It’s not!” NBA Referees wrote on X. […] The post NBA refs: Timberwolves’ LaMelo Ball traveled on viral stepback three appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Blazers, Damian Lillard, Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton, Clippers
Trail Blazers Damian Lillard gave the Trail Blazers a familiar performance in his return. His responsibilities, however, look different this time around, and he’s happy about that. Lillard scored 25 points and made six three-pointers in 23 minutes Wednesday as Portland routed the Suns 124-83. It was his first regular-season game since recovering from a […] The post NBA Notes: Blazers, Damian Lillard, Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton, Clippers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs prospect Saliou Niang cleared to play at LSU
The Cavaliers will be able to follow Saliou Niang’s development much closer to home this season. Niang has received NCAA clearance to play for LSU, according to Sportando, with Jonathan Givony of DraftExpress confirming the news through the player’s representatives, Sead Galijasevic and Andrea Grossi. Cleveland selected Niang with the No. 58 pick in the […] The post Cavs prospect Saliou Niang cleared to play at LSU appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Three hypothetical trade proposals for Lakers’ Bronny James
Bronny James is making about $2.3 million this season. So trading for him wouldn’t require tearing apart a roster. It would require believing he can help, eventually. With that in mind, here are three hypothetical deals. Philadelphia 76ers Sixers receive: Bronny James. Lakers receive: Justin Edwards. Well, this is the obvious place to start. LeBron […] The post Three hypothetical trade proposals for Lakers’ Bronny James appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Lakers, Walker Kessler, Heat, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jazz
Lakers The Lakers opened with a Luka Doncic lob to Walker Kessler. The Warriors spent much of the evening watching variations of the same play. Kessler finished with 26 points on 12-of-12 shooting, nine rebounds and two blocks in Wednesday’s 127-105 season-opening win. Ten of his baskets were dunks, giving Los Angeles an immediate return […] The post NBA Notes: Lakers, Walker Kessler, Heat, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jazz appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Grizzlies, Ty Jerome, Mavericks, Cooper Flagg, Bucks
Grizzlies The Grizzlies handed Ty Jerome the starting point guard job. He opened the season by scoring a career-high 45 points. Jerome powered Memphis to a 123-103 win over the Jazz on Wednesday, giving the Grizzlies an emphatic first look at their new lead guard. He scored 19 points before halftime and later passed the […] The post NBA Notes: Grizzlies, Ty Jerome, Mavericks, Cooper Flagg, Bucks appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Warriors contact Bucks about Kristaps Porzingis trade
The Warriors have contacted the Bucks about a potential trade involving Kristaps Porzingis, according to Sam Amick and Nick Friedell of The Athletic. Milwaukee is among the teams Golden State has approached as it explores options for the veteran center, whose recurring health problems have left his playing future uncertain. The Bucks, however, aren’t believed […] The post Warriors contact Bucks about Kristaps Porzingis trade appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Donovan Mitchell wants to stay with Cavs ‘forever,’ see No. 45 in rafters
Donovan Mitchell isn’t picturing his next NBA stop. He’s picturing his jersey hanging above the Cavaliers’ court. “I don’t ever want to wear another uniform. I don’t have that vision,” Mitchell told Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com. “Business is business. I understand how that works. There may be a situation where we may not be in […] The post Donovan Mitchell wants to stay with Cavs ‘forever,’ see No. 45 in rafters appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Mavericks, Walter Clayton Jr. agree to two-way deal
The Mavericks have agreed to a two-way contract with Walter Clayton Jr., according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, giving the former first-round pick a new opportunity after his release by the Grizzlies. Dallas had emerged as a leading contender for Clayton on Tuesday, with Marc Stein reporting that coach Dusty May recruited the guard in college. […] The post Mavericks, Walter Clayton Jr. agree to two-way deal appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Warriors respond to Kristaps Porzingis trade report
The Warriors issued a statement Wednesday after a report that they are exploring trades involving Kristaps Porzingis as he considers his basketball future. The team declined to discuss those matters but said it doesn’t expect the veteran center to rejoin the group soon. “In response to today’s media report regarding Kristaps Porzingis, we are not […] The post Warriors respond to Kristaps Porzingis trade report appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Timberwolves among teams linked to Dalton Knecht
The Timberwolves are among the teams expected to pursue Dalton Knecht for a two-way contract if he clears waivers, according to reports. Minnesota recently opened a two-way spot by releasing Enrique Freeman, giving it room to add another player. The Lakers waived Knecht on Monday after exploring trades, ending his stint with the organization after […] The post Timberwolves among teams linked to Dalton Knecht appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Celtics, Joe Mazzulla, Pelicans, Suns, Jalen Green
The Celtics had more than enough opportunities to prevent their opening-night collapse. Too often, they helped the Pistons along. That’s the assessment of John Karalis of Celtics On SI, whose breakdown of Tuesday’s 121-113 loss goes beyond Jayson Tatum’s poor shooting. Boston squandered a 22-point lead through a combination of stalled possessions, missed chances around […] The post NBA Notes: Celtics, Joe Mazzulla, Pelicans, Suns, Jalen Green appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Damian Lillard on Blazers return: ‘I checked every box’
Damian Lillard considered coming back during last spring’s playoffs. He decided he wanted to return without wondering whether his body was ready. Now, the Trail Blazers guard is preparing to play Wednesday in his first regular-season game since March 18, 2025, confident that taking the additional time was the right decision. “The reason I sat […] The post Damian Lillard on Blazers return: ‘I checked every box’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA futures: Pacers could be Central Division’s best bet
The Indiana Pacers are just one season removed from losing the NBA Finals in seven games to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Their star point guard, Tyrese Haliburton, suffered a torn Achilles tendon in the first quarter of that Game 7 and was sidelined all of last season. But he’s back now, and if the preseason […] The post NBA futures: Pacers could be Central Division’s best bet appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Warriors exploring Kristaps Porzingis trades as center considers NBA future
The Golden State Warriors are actively scouting trade options for veteran center Kristaps Porzingis, who is grappling with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) and may even consider retiring if his health doesn’t improve. Porzingis, who missed the season‑opening road trip and is out indefinitely, carries a $20 million salary this year with a minimal partial guarantee next season, making his contract nearly expiring and attractive in a deal. Coach Steve Kerr emphasizes the team’s priority is Porzingis’ well‑being, while his absence forces Draymond Green, Al Horford and rookie Graham Ike to cover the center spot.
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