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Kyrie Irving set to play this weekend for first time since March 2025
Kyrie Irving’s long wait is almost over. The Mavericks guard is expected to play in one of the team’s two preseason games against the Rockets in China this weekend, coach Dusty May said, via Marc Stein of The Stein Line. May has yet to decide which game Irving will play. It would be Irving’s first […] The post Kyrie Irving set to play this weekend for first time since March 2025 appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Jazz, Jusuf Nurkic, Kings, Bucks, Kasparas Jakucionis
Jazz The Jazz will have to open the season without Jusuf Nurkic, leaving coach Will Hardy with an early decision in the middle. Nurkic will miss at least four weeks with a partial plantar plate tear in the second toe of his right foot, according to Chris Haynes, as relayed by Jared Koch of Jazz […] The post NBA Notes: Jazz, Jusuf Nurkic, Kings, Bucks, Kasparas Jakucionis appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Mitchell Robinson already making impression on Celtics teammates
Mitchell Robinson spent years giving the Celtics problems as a member of the Knicks. Now Boston is hoping he can do the same thing to everyone else. The veteran center joined the Celtics this offseason after helping New York win the NBA championship, giving Boston another experienced option around the basket. Robinson’s value has never […] The post Mitchell Robinson already making impression on Celtics teammates appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Ayesha Curry says Steph giving up alcohol for Warriors season
Stephen Curry is making a change as he prepares for another season with the Warriors. According to comments attributed to his wife, Ayesha Curry, the Golden State star is cutting alcohol out of his routine during the NBA season. It’s a small detail, but an interesting one for a player who has already accomplished just […] The post Ayesha Curry says Steph giving up alcohol for Warriors season appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Lakers Notes: Quentin Grimes, Luka Doncic, Jaden Hardy, camp battles
Quentin Grimes is giving the Lakers reason to believe he can handle plenty of responsibility alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. The scoring has been there early. Grimes finished with 16 points on 5-of-7 shooting against the Kings, then added 12 points against the Warriors. Coach JJ Redick has also liked his work on the […] The post Lakers Notes: Quentin Grimes, Luka Doncic, Jaden Hardy, camp battles appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Buss family’s $2.2 billion Lakers dispute pits Jeanie against five siblings
The fight over the Buss family’s remaining stake in the Lakers has moved forward, with five siblings formally opposing Jeanie Buss’ effort to block the sale. Jimmy, Johnny, Janie, Joey and Jesse Buss submitted a 36-page response Wednesday, according to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin and Shams Charania. All five voted to sell the family trust’s remaining […] The post Buss family’s $2.2 billion Lakers dispute pits Jeanie against five siblings appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Lakers’ preseason uneven but ‘encouraging,’ JJ Redick says
There’s something worth watching with the Lakers beyond whether they win or lose these preseason games. Khobi Price of the California Post points to their defensive approach and some changes in how they use Luka Doncic as encouraging early signs, even after a strong showing against the Kings gave way to a rough night against […] The post Lakers’ preseason uneven but ‘encouraging,’ JJ Redick says appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Was Kevin Durant responsible for Rockets’ ‘connectivity’ issues?
Kevin Durant gave the Rockets plenty of scoring last season. ESPN’s Tim MacMahon believes Houston also asked him to handle responsibilities that weren’t suited to his strengths. That includes setting the tone in the locker room. Speaking on The Hoop Collective, MacMahon pointed to Durant while discussing Houston’s late-game offense and team chemistry, as relayed […] The post Was Kevin Durant responsible for Rockets’ ‘connectivity’ issues? appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Mike Breen apologizes for LeBron James, Joel Embiid practice story
Mike Breen has apologized for sharing a story about LeBron James confronting Joel Embiid at 76ers practice, saying he accepts James’ denial that the exchange happened. “I don’t know why the person who told me the story would make it up, but if LeBron says it never happened then I believe him and apologize for […] The post Mike Breen apologizes for LeBron James, Joel Embiid practice story appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Dana Altman retires from Oregon weeks before season: ‘Truly painful’
Oregon will open its basketball season with a coaching change few could have anticipated this close to tipoff. Dana Altman announced his retirement Wednesday, ending a 16-season run as the Ducks’ winningest coach less than a month before their Nov. 2 opener against Montana. Longtime assistant Tony Stubblefield will serve as interim coach this season. […] The post Dana Altman retires from Oregon weeks before season: ‘Truly painful’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Warriors’ Steve Kerr calls Kristaps Porzingis’ absence ‘definitely concerning’
The Warriors built their frontcourt with Kristaps Porzingis in mind. They’re still waiting to see when he can join it. Porzingis remains sidelined indefinitely with an unspecified health issue, leaving coach Steve Kerr concerned about his starting center and sorting through alternatives. “We want him back,” Kerr said, via Monte Poole of NBC Sports Bay […] The post Warriors’ Steve Kerr calls Kristaps Porzingis’ absence ‘definitely concerning’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
EuroLeague clubs reject NBA merger offer, leave door open for new proposal
The NBA’s push into Europe has hit some resistance. But the conversation isn’t over. EuroLeague’s shareholder clubs rejected the NBA’s current proposal to combine into a single European operation, Barcelona confirmed to The Associated Press. The decision came Tuesday during a meeting of the competition’s 13 shareholder clubs in Cernobbio, Italy. Barcelona’s statement left room […] The post EuroLeague clubs reject NBA merger offer, leave door open for new proposal appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Sixers’ injuries pile up as Nick Nurse considers LeBron James at center
The Sixers have plenty of star power. Finding enough healthy bodies behind those stars is becoming a project. With Ariel Hukporti expected to miss the season following surgery to repair a ruptured right Achilles, Philadelphia is already short at center. Wednesday’s injury updates offered little immediate relief. Dominick Barlow, Anfernee Simons and Adem Bona will […] The post Sixers’ injuries pile up as Nick Nurse considers LeBron James at center appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Athlon’s NBA Preview takes me back to my dad, my childhood and where it all began
My dad died almost 30 years ago, long before he got to see where this whole basketball-writing thing would take me. But every year around this time, I think about him. Especially when I get my hands on the latest Athlon Sports NBA Preview. Marc Stein — Hall of Fame basketball writer, longtime friend of […] The post Athlon’s NBA Preview takes me back to my dad, my childhood and where it all began appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Blazers’ Tom Dundon addresses arena future, tells fans he wants title in Portland
Blazers’ Tom Dundon tells fans his goal is to ‘bring a championship to Portland’ Tom Dundon has heard plenty of questions about his intentions for the Blazers. In an email to season ticket holders, the new owner put Portland in his championship plans and offered an update on the team’s arena. “On the arena, our […] The post Blazers’ Tom Dundon addresses arena future, tells fans he wants title in Portland appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Clippers’ Ty Lue on losing Max Strus: ‘We are going to miss that tremendously’
Max Strus doesn’t need the ball to keep a defense occupied. That’s a big part of what the Clippers will be missing while he recovers from a foot injury. Coach Ty Lue outlined the challenge when asked how Strus’ absence changes the offense. “A lot of movement, ATO’s, coming off screens, pindowns… another guy that […] The post Clippers’ Ty Lue on losing Max Strus: ‘We are going to miss that tremendously’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
LeBron James disputes story about confronting Joel Embiid at Sixers practice
LeBron James and Joel Embiid have barely begun their first season as Sixers teammates, and already there’s a story about one getting on the other at practice. James says it didn’t happen. During Monday’s Knicks-Sixers preseason broadcast, MSG Network’s Mike Breen relayed something he said he had heard before the game. “I had somebody tell […] The post LeBron James disputes story about confronting Joel Embiid at Sixers practice appeared first on Hoops Wire .
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Sixers lose Ariel Hukporti to Achilles tear, leaving thin center rotation
The Sixers have Joel Embiid. They also know they’ll need someone to play center when he’s unavailable. That’s why Ariel Hukporti’s injury hurts. Hukporti tore his right Achilles during Monday’s preseason opener against the Knicks. Philadelphia said he would undergo surgery, with a recovery update to follow. As Tony Jones of The Athletic explains, Hukporti […] The post Sixers lose Ariel Hukporti to Achilles tear, leaving thin center rotation appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Blazers weighing at least three candidates after broadcaster firing
The Trail Blazers are still looking for a television play-by-play announcer, and three familiar names are said to be in the mix. Chris Miles, Kyle Draper and Matt Winer are among those still under consideration, according to longtime Portland sportswriter and broadcaster Dwight Jaynes. “League sources tell me there are at least three people still […] The post Blazers weighing at least three candidates after broadcaster firing appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs’ Craig Porter Jr. eyes bigger role: ‘It’s all in my hands’
Craig Porter Jr. has waited for a chance to lead the Cavs’ second unit. This fall, he might finally get it. Now comes the part where he has to make it his. “The opportunity is there and I have to go take it. Honestly, it’s all in my hands,” Porter said, via Chris Fedor of […] The post Cavs’ Craig Porter Jr. eyes bigger role: ‘It’s all in my hands’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Spurs giving Fox, Castle and Harper more time to figure it out together
The Spurs have three talented guards and plenty of questions about how to use them. Mitch Johnson’s approach is to put them on the court together and get to work. De’Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper shared the floor for nearly 10 minutes during Sunday’s Silver & Black Scrimmage, according to Tom Petrini of […] The post Spurs giving Fox, Castle and Harper more time to figure it out together appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Lakers’ JJ Redick encouraged by defense: ‘That disruption … carried over’
The Lakers spent time in practice working on making life difficult for opposing offenses. JJ Redick liked seeing some evidence of it against somebody else. Los Angeles forced 26 turnovers in Monday’s 127-103 preseason win over the Kings, including 16 in the first half. “The defense carried over [from practice],” Redick said, via Jackson Frank […] The post Lakers’ JJ Redick encouraged by defense: ‘That disruption … carried over’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Knicks’ title defense comes with a second-apron problem
The Knicks are finding out what happens when a championship roster gets expensive. Michael Zeno of Posting and Toasting raised an interesting point: The NBA’s second apron helped create New York’s opportunity to win a title, and now it complicates the attempt to keep that team together. Zeno traces the chain back to Minnesota’s payroll […] The post Knicks’ title defense comes with a second-apron problem appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs’ Jarrett Allen may have another gear alongside James Harden
Jarrett Allen has given the Cavaliers plenty of dependable basketball. Could a full season with James Harden get even more out of him? That’s the possibility Mike Anguilano explores in his Cavs season preview for Fear the Sword, pointing to the center’s offensive improvement after the acquisition of Harden. Allen averaged 15.4 points and 8.5 […] The post Cavs’ Jarrett Allen may have another gear alongside James Harden appeared first on Hoops Wire .
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