Monthly Archives: September 2026

Ranking the top 25 NBA free agents set to hit the 2027 market

As the NBA calendar churns, and as teams look ahead to next season, some of the more interesting storylines extend beyond that. But, as always in the NBA, player movement and free agency are big draws, so it’s never too early to look ahead to the free agent class of players who may be available during the 2027 offseason. The …

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WVU Basketball Releases 2026-27 Non-Conference Schedule

Football is here, and basketball is just around the corner too. On Thursday morning, the West Virginia Mountaineers announced their non-conference schedule for the upcoming season, which features three exhibitions, giving them plenty of opportunities to figure some things out before the games count for real. Non-Conference Schedule Oct. 18 at Maryland (exhibition) Advertisement Oct. 23 at Glenville State (exhibition) …

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More details pour out about NBA findings in Clippers, Kawhi Leonard salary cap circumvention case

The initial headlines were shocking: Five first-round picks taken away, Steve Ballmer suspended for a year, head of basketball operations Lawrence Frank suspended for six months, a $30 million fine. The loss of all those first-round picks is as close to an organizational death sentence as the NBA can hand out. How the league got to the point Commissioner Adam …

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Akron men’s basketball gets commitment from Kamrin Oriol of North Florida

The University of Akron men’s basketball team has recevied a commitment from another player ahead of the 2026-27 season. Kamrin Oriol announced Thursday, Sept. 3, on social media he has committed to play at Akron. Advertisement Jon Rothstein, a college basketball writer with CBS Sports and FanDuel, said Sept. 3 that “Oriol is seeking a fifth year of eligibility.” 1 …

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Kawhi Leonard’s 34-point night lifts Clippers over Mavs after a blown 23-point lead – SFGATE

Kawhi Leonard’s 34-point night lifts Clippers over Mavs after a blown 23-point lead SFGATE Source link : https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMinAFBVV95cUxPSkFXTnJiZ0VOeFl0cU1idG9GZGFnWkZ3ZG5fU0huNnFIMGgwRzZDcmtMdjJydWdRbVlzbVBHOEIzZkZCUTRoU2l4bVBsWG91UFNuRi02WFpFTlVOQXBkam10ZkU0SkhydWNDS05vLWs1ZzR0bHFKTFd3QW9VLVBiRUY0dGNkZ0lWOEZucmt0bkNZTk53am0ybExvWWs?oc=5 Author : Publish date : 2026-04-07 07:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

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UConn men’s basketball announces non-conference schedule

The long awaited non-conference schedule for UConn men’s basketball has finally been released. The Huskies are set to play three exhibition games and 12 regular season games before Big East play tips off at the end of December. For the first time, UConn will be playing three public exhibition games in the month of October. The Huskies start their season …

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Clippers-Kawhi Leonard investigation details: What to know about the NBA’s historic punishment and what comes next

After completing a nearly year-long investigation into the relationship between the Los Angeles Clippers, their owner and governor Steve Ballmer, star forward Kawhi Leonard and various business partners, the NBA handed down the most damaging punishment for a team in league history. A 35-page report from the investigatory law firm of Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz revealed a lot about …

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Hey, remember Joe Smith? The Clippers certainly do…

In the early 2000s, the Minnesota Timberwolves committed one of the biggest scandals in NBA contract history. The confusion first started when forward Joe Smith, a former first overall pick, signed a small deal with the Timberwolves. WASHINGTON, DC – JANUARY 25: Joe Smith #32 of the Minnesota Timberwolves warms up before the game against the Washington Wizards on January …

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Is there a pathway to minutes for Chris MaƱon, Arthur Kaluma this season?

Welcome to our Lakers Season Preview Series! For the next several weeks, we’ll be writing columns every weekday breaking down the biggest questions we have about every player the Lakers added this offseason. Today, we start with a look at the team’s three two-way players, Chris MaƱon, Arthur Kaluma and AK Okereke. Throughout his brief tenure with the Lakers, head …

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How UNC Basketball Can Flip Narrative in 2026-27

The North Carolina Tar Heels basketball program has been one of the most interesting storylines this offseason, with a completely new roster and Michael Malone taking over as head coach. Despite a relatively strong transfer portal class and a couple of intriguing freshmen entering the fray, North Carolina continues to be overlooked by the media. The hesitancy to back the …

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Clippers will be irrelevant for years after NBA drops hammer on franchise

The NBA brought the hammer down on the Clippers for circumventing the league’s salary cap rules by “initiating off-court income opportunities” for star forward Kawhi Leonard. And the impact of the harsh penalties after the yearlong investigation will be felt for years to come.Ā  Kawhi Leonard of the Los Angeles Clippers in action against the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday, Dec. …

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UCLA Basketball Top 20 Players of All Time: No. 10

Continuing with the ranking of the top 20 Bruins of all time, we have finally reached the top 10. Today’s Bruin was part of one of the most dominant runs college basketball has ever seen and received a lot of hardware over the course of his time as a Bruin. Advertisement UCLA Basketball Top 20 Players of All Time: No. …

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Amen Thompson gets huge contract extension: What it means for Rockets

Amen Thompson’s rise in the NBA will continue with the Houston Rockets. The Rockets and Thompson have come to terms on a new lucrative contract extension that will make the 23-year-old a franchise cornerstone for the foreseeable future, according to multiple reports on Thursday, September 3. Advertisement Thompson has agreed to sign a 5-year, $208-million contract extension with the Rockets, …

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Lopez accidentally proved ‘Ewing Theory’ to be true, leading LA to concerns on Zubac – Clipperholics

Lopez accidentally proved ‘Ewing Theory’ to be true, leading LA to concerns on Zubac Clipperholics Source link : https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMimwFBVV95cUxNb25veUxsaks1UmxUOHM2NlFKSUg2SjlEbjVVRGNmM3o5amdESG8tNW1VXzF6SHRpaFU2WjZSMDJJLU5BckJzZXI0bDloU0c0RjF0dzFKOURKejZLTjJCZTZ4VU5ZWHlPYTF0V2hWTGYzdXVGaXRyWGk3a1Y3UDljbTJOa2FGQ1RDak5VR3k4VDFYR3VqUmNsRGp2dw?oc=5 Author : Publish date : 2025-12-31 08:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

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What to expect from Rockets, Thunder & Knicks in 2026-27 with Sam Amick

Subscribe to The Kevin O’Connor Show Kevin O’Connor is joined by Sam Amick to continue his NBA Entertainment Rankings, diving deep into offseason moves, title expectations and chaos potential for the Houston Rockets, Oklahoma City Thunder and New York Knicks. They break down Houston’s all-or-nothing gamble on veterans like Kevin Durant, OKC’s roster flexibility and subtle strategy shift and the …

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NBA punishes LA Clippers over Kawhi Leonard deals: What we know

The Kawhi Leonard saga came to a head on Wednesday, Sept. 2, when the NBA released the results of an 11-month investigation that concluded the Los Angeles Clippers knowingly circumvented the league’s salary cap through “no-show” endorsement deals for their former star forward. The Clippers are being fined $30 million, and the team will forfeit five first-round picks in the …

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