Monthly Archives: August 2026

Fresh NBA power rankings set high expectations for new-look Sixers

We’ve finally, mercifully reached the quiet part of the NBA calendar, James Harden’s latest eye-popping contract notwithstanding. That triggered a fresh batch of power rankings and standings projections across the basketball internet in recent days. On Monday, Law Murray of The Athletic put the Sixers fourth in his latest power rankings, trailing only the reigning champion New York Knicks, San …

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Klay Thompson, 36, on joining the Heat: ‘a redemption season’

Veteran guard Klay Thompson had his introductory press conference on Tuesday, where he was officially presented with a No. 11 Miami Heat jersey. Thompson briefly spoke to the media about why he pushed to sign with the Heat, noting he liked the franchise’s competitive, demanding atmosphere. He added that he liked “the opportunity to play high-level basketball throughout the season …

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Penn State announces USC as white out opponent after long delay

At long last, Penn State has announced that it will stage its annual “white out” spectacle Oct. 10 against USC. NBC will broadcast the matchup at 7:30 p.m. from Beaver Stadium, where fans will be asked to dress in as much white clothing as possible and turn the venue’s typically raucous home environment up a notch. Advertisement Fans have long …

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VOTE: Was the Russell Westbrook trade the worst in Rockets history?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Rockets fans and fans across the country. Russell Westbrook recently retired. He spent a season as a Houston Rocket, where he averaged 27.2 points, 7 rebounds, and 7.2 assists per game on 47.2 percent from the field and …

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Tom Izzo Likes His Team in the Summer: A Rare Sign

Tom Izzo has earned the nickname “Mr. March” because of his incredible success when the calendar turns to March. For years, Izzo has built his teams by putting them in uncomfortable situations early in the season. The goal is simple: when the pressure of the NCAA Tournament arrives, his players have already faced adversity, dealt with difficult moments and learned …

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Inside Nets #NBAMediaDay | #Shorts

Shorts Inside look at the Nets media day. Subscribe to the NBA: https://on.nba.com/2JX5gSN Full Game Highlights Playlist: … Source link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAECfIx60i8 Author : Publish date : [publish_date] Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

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Why Warriors adding guard Brandon Williams in NBA free agency is a wise move

Why Warriors adding guard Brandon Williams in NBA free agency is a wise move originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Finally, the Warriors on Tuesday made an external move to their roster.  Point guard Brandon Williams agreed to a one-year, $2.6 million contract with the Warriors in unrestricted free agency, his agents Derek Layafette and Curtis Lawrence told ESPN’s …

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Ant & Wemby put on a show tonight 🍿

Never miss a moment with the latest news, trending stories and highlights to bring you closer to your favorite players and teams. Source link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lt8QaMs99jQ Author : Publish date : [publish_date] Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

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Klay to Miami, DeMar to Denver! Atlanta Dream are ROLLING, Valkyries-Lynx takeaways + DeWanna Bonner landing spots

Subscribe to The Dunker Spot We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down two big-name free agent acquisitions. Klay Thompson is heading to Miami, while DeMar DeRozan is heading to Denver. The guys discuss how they fit, what they add, and potential shortcomings to monitor. Advertisement On the …

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NCAA reduces Tennessee LB Arion Carter’s suspension to 1 game

The Tennessee Volunteers will have arguably their best defender on the field in Atlanta after all. The NCAA, per multiple outlets, has reduced Arion Carter’s suspension from two games down to one on Monday. That leaves Carter free to play in the Vols’ biggest non-conference game of the year at Georgia Tech on Sept. 12. Advertisement Tennessee athletic director issued …

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Dee Brown Wins the #ATTSlamDunk Contest in 1991

Take a look back as Dee Brown captured the title for the #ATTSlamDunk contest in 1991. Subscribe to the NBA: … Source link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lzRWF1vDnAk Author : Publish date : [publish_date] Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

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Warriors Bolster Backcourt, Agree to One-Year Deal with Guard Brandon Williams

The Golden State Warriors are adding depth to their backcourt, agreeing to a one-year, $2.6 million contract with free agent guard Brandon Williams. Williams, who played for the Dallas Mavericks last season, provided solid rotational production across 66 appearances. During his campaign with Dallas, he averaged 13 points, 3.9 assists, and 22.2 minutes per game, proving to be a reliable …

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On This Date in Knicks History: Julius Randle re-commits to New York

Ahhh, the 2020–21 season. I remember it well. After years as a punchline, the Knicks unexpectedly became competitive under first-year, veteran coach Tom Thibodeau and breakout star Julius Randle. They finished with a winning record, earned the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference, and returned to the postseason. Randle’s stellar season (24.1 points, 10.2 rebounds, six assists, All-Star, second-team All-NBA, …

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How to watch John Fanta on NBC Sports and Peacock, including his new show, Fanta in 60

John Fanta is bringing his colorful commentary and immutable energy to multiple NBC Sports properties. Fanta will continue to cover live games as a play-by-play announcer, reporter and studio analyst while adding his own show under the NBC Sports umbrella. See below for more information on how to watch/live stream John Fanta’s content. John Fanta’s new weekly show Fanta in …

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