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On YouTubeNBA News / Yardbarker / September 23
Is Russell Westbrook actually a good fit for Rockets?
The Rockets just got the worst kind of preseason news, as Fred VanVleet tore his right ACL during an offseason workout and is expected to miss the entire 2025-26 season. Inevitably, the conversation has turned to free agents.
Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / September 23
Celtics' Jayson Tatum gives honest thoughts on being underrated
During a Sept. 23 episode of ESPN's "First Take," the St. Louis native shared his thoughts on whether he's an underrated talent in the NBA.
Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / September 23
Jayson Tatum is giving Celtics fans renewed hope
Tatum appears to be well ahead of schedule as he rehabs his injury.
The 'No. 2-playoff scorer by NBA champion' quiz
How many "second fiddles" from every NBA champion in the post-merger era can you name in six minutes?
New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / September 23
Knicks HC Mike Brown's comments immediately differentiate him from his predecessor
Knicks head coach Mike Brown is already planning a crucial change for the 2024 Eastern Conference finalists.
The 20 best current NBA players over the age of 35
Be sure to appreciate the final years of the following players' careers because what they're doing at this age isn't normal.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / September 23
Cavaliers president gives update on Darius Garland's injury recovery
Cavaliers point guard Darius Garland, who underwent surgery in June to address the toe injury that limited him in the postseason, has resumed some on-court basketball activities and will take part in training camp in a limited capacity.
Miami Heat News / Hoops Rumors / September 23
Heat pick up 2026-27 options on pair of former first-round picks
The Heat have picked up their rookie scale team options on forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. and center Kel’el Ware for the 2026-27 season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 23
Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton shares thoughts on Warriors' Stephen Curry
Curry and Haliburton spent some time together during their tenure with Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 23
Warriors still expected to sign string of veteran talents
With only nine players under contract for next season, the Warriors have some work to do.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / September 23
The Shai Gilgeous-Alexander disrespect reaches new heights
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander joined Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Michael Jordan and Shaquille O'Neal as only the fourth player in NBA history to win the scoring title, MVP and Finals MVP last season while leading the Oklahoma City Thunder to an NBA championship. It seems those accomplishments have done little to convince people of his place in hierarchy of NBA players.
Golden State Warriors News / Yardbarker / September 23
Jonathan Kuminga's deadline is drawing near
The former lottery pick has held firm during negotiations with the Warriors, seeking the best possible deal in terms of both finances and career flexibility.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 23
Why the Rockets can't make a Kevin Durant-Russell Westbrook reunion happen
Why a Russell Westbrook-Kevin Durant reunion in Houston isn't likely to happen.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / September 22
Rockets' Fred VanVleet suffers torn ACL, could miss entire season
Shams Charania of ESPN has reported that Fred VanVleet suffered a torn ACL, an injury that will likely sideline him for the entirety of the 2025-26 NBA season.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / September 22
Devastating injury removes Rockets from contender status
The Houston Rockets loaded up on veterans this summer to prepare for a title run. That run just got a lot more difficult with their point guard out for the season.
The 'WNBA MVPs award' quiz
How many WNBA MVP winners can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / September 22
ESPN experts make bold prediction over LeBron James' future
James, 40, has inevitably faced questions regarding his long-term future in the NBA.
New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / September 22
Knicks could trade 2024 first-round pick to make way for veteran additions
The New York Knicks recently signed Malcolm Brogdon and Landry Shamet to non-guaranteed deals. Both veterans will have an opportunity to compete for a roster spot during training camp and preseason, but the Knicks will have to make other moves if they wish to roster both veterans.
Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / September 22
Three questions for Heat ahead of 2025-26 season
There should be an acceptance that Erik Spoelstra's team, as currently constructed, is not a contender.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 22
How does Clippers' Paul George trade look amid Kawhi Leonard scandal?
The Clippers' gamble in 2019 was bold.
Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / September 22
It's time for the Heat to shift gears
The Miami Heat built their identity on never saying die. and that foundation has served them well. But the best path forward for the franchise at the moment may be taking a step back first.
Golden State Warriors News / Yardbarker / September 22
Why the 2025-26 season will prove Jonathan Kuminga right for wanting to leave Warriors
The 2025-26 season isn’t just another year for Kuminga — it’s the confirmation.
Detroit Pistons News / Yardbarker / September 22
Three big questions for Pistons as they look to take next step in 2025-26
The Pistons took a significant leap in 2024-25. Will they be able to build on that in 2025-26?
Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / September 22
Celtics' 'new era' will have a rocky start
Boston underwent a wave of changes this summer.
Golden State Warriors News / Yardbarker / September 22
Warriors should embrace trading former lottery pick
Jonathan Kuminga's contract dispute continues as the start of training camp is right around the corner.
A'ja Wilson News / Field Level Media / September 21
Aces' A'ja Wilson wins WNBA MVP for a record fourth time
A'ja Wilson is the WNBA's first four-time WNBA MVP. This is the second consecutive win for the Las Vegas Aces star, who also was named MVP in 2020 and 2022.
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