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Minnesota Timberwolves News / Yardbarker / October 21
Anthony Edwards vows to bring NBA title to Minnesota
The state of Minnesota is hungry for a championship. Among the big four men's American sports leagues, the Minnesota Twins were the last team to capture a title when they captured the 1991 World Series.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 20
10 bold predictions for the 2025-26 NBA season
As the NBA moves to new broadcasters Peacock and Amazon Prime, here are 10 bold predictions for next season.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Yardbarker / October 20
Trail Blazers' latest moves signal playoff push
The Blazers are no longer building through the draft. This season is about making the playoffs.
The 'Most 2,000-point NBA seasons' quiz
How many of the NBA players with multiple 2,000-point season since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 21
Did Tom Thibodeau reveal trade secrets to the Celtics?
When a coach is fired in a messy team divorce, and drops into the practice gym of a division rival—the tea is piping hot.
The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history
Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.
Indiana Pacers News / Hoops Rumors / October 20
Pacers agree to a two-year extension with key player
He was selected 14th overall in the 2020 draft and spent his first two seasons with the Celtics, who traded him to the Pacers in the 2022 offseason.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / October 20
Thunder will be missing two key players for opener
Oklahoma City Thunder star Jalen Williams will not play in Tuesday’s regular season opener vs. Houston as the All-Star forward continues to recover from offseason surgery to repair a torn scapholunate ligament in his right wrist.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 20
Jaylen Brown’s leadership role will determine the Celtics' season
When Jayson Tatum went down with a torn Achilles during the Eastern Conference semifinals, it appeared the contention window for the Boston Celtics' slammed shut.
Memphis Grizzlies News / Hoops Rumors / October 20
Grizzlies coach reveals if Ja Morant is expected to play in season opener
Morant sustained the injury during a practice on Oct. 5.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / October 20
Rockets' Tari Eason among players without rookie scale extension
The Houston Rockets and forward Tari Eason failed to come to terms on a rookie scale extension ahead of the 6 p.m. EST deadline on Monday, reports Shams Charania of ESPN.
Atlanta Hawks News / Yardbarker / October 20
Why the Hawks won't live up to hype in 2025-26
The Hawks have been widely praised for their offseason work, with many labeling them contenders in a wide-open Eastern Conference. Here's why they won't meet those expectations.
Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Rumors / October 20
Nuggets make significant move with Christian Braun
After being an important member of the team’s bench unit during his first two years in Denver, Braun moved into the starting lineup last season following the departure of Kentavious Caldwell-Pope in free agency.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 20
Beyond Cooper Flagg: Five NBA rookies who could steal the spotlight in 2025-26
Here are five rookies selected outside the top five ready to make noise of their own.
Chicago Bulls News / Hoops Rumors / October 20
Bulls release injury update on Coby White ahead of season opener
White has been battling a calf strain since August and didn’t play in any preseason games this fall.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 20
Kevin Durant finally defeats LeBron James in a career milestone
Durant, 37, will likely never surpass James in countless other NBA accolades.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Yardbarker / October 20
NBA legend not sold on Zion Williamson's physical transformation
Nearly every offseason, photos of a leaner Zion Williamson surface, sparking excitement among New Orleans Pelicans fans. That trend has persisted this season, but not everyone is buying the hype.
Sacramento Kings News / Yardbarker / October 20
Russell Westbrook has amusing reaction to retirement talk
New Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook has no intention to walk from the sport of basketball, even as he bounces around from team to team.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / October 19
Kevin Durant's new contract could be his last
By inking Durant to a two-year, $90 million extension, the Rockets will have a defined window of contention.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Yardbarker / October 19
Trail Blazers get a bargain with the Toumani Camara extension
Toumani Camara was one of the last picks in the 2023 draft and a throw-in for the Damian Lillard trade that summer. Now he's a foundational piece for the Portland Trail Blazers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 19
Lakers center could be teaming up with Luka Doncic in two ways
Jaxson Hayes is only signed with the Los Angeles Lakers through the upcoming season. If he can realize his international basketball ambitions, he might continue playing with Luka Doncic much longer than that.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Rumors / October 19
Trail Blazers, Shaedon Sharpe agree to massive contract extension
The Portland Trail Blazers have come to terms on a four-year, $90M extension with shooting guard Shaedon Sharpe.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Rumors / October 19
Trail Blazers agree to a four-year extension with key player
The third-year forward has been a revelation for the Blazers after coming over from Phoenix in the deal that brought Deandre Ayton to Portland.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / October 19
Rockets, Kevin Durant agree to two-year extension
The Rockets and star forward Kevin Durant have agreed to terms on a two-year contract extension.
Gabe Vincent News / Yardbarker / October 19
Lakers make surprising starting five decision before opening night
The Lakers announced who will start the season opener in the place of the injured LeBron James.
Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / October 19
Mavericks make major Cooper Flagg decision before opening night
The Dallas Mavericks have a made a key decision on their prized rookie.
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