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3 things to watch at Knicks training camp, including Karl-Anthony Towns extension talks

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7 min read • 25 Sep 2026

3 things to watch at Knicks training camp, including Karl-Anthony Towns extension talks

The World Champion Knicks begin training camp on Monday. Here are three things to keep an eye on while the team prepares to defend its title...EXTENSION TENSION? Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart and Miles McBride are all ...

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7 min read • 25 Sep 2026

The Bounce: Remembering when Michael Jordan became a Wizard, 25 years ago

The Bounce Newsletter  | This is The Athletic’s daily NBA newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Bounce directly in your inbox.RIP to Hall of Famer Bob Pettit, who was the first recipient of the NB...

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4 min read • 25 Sep 2026

Is Kyrie Irving the perfect partner for Cooper Flagg?

The Dallas Mavericks overhauled their front office, hired a new head coach, and reshaped their roster this offseason. But their most important addition on the court could be Kyrie Irving as he returns from a torn ACL. If...

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Preview: Three reasons why Quickley is the most important Raptor

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3 min read • 25 Sep 2026

Preview: Three reasons why Quickley is the most important Raptor

TORONTO, CANADA - APRIL 9: Immanuel Quickley #5 of the Toronto Raptors dribbles against the Miami Heat during the second half in their NBA game at Scotiabank Arena on April 9, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. NOTE TO US...

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2 min read • 25 Sep 2026

Sixers to hold 2026 Blue-White scrimmage at Xfinity Mobile Arena

Sixers to hold 2026 Blue-White scrimmage at Xfinity Mobile Arena originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaFor the first time, the Sixers are set to host the team’s annual Blue-White scrimmage at their NBA home.The...

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With Kyrie Irving back, joy has returned to Dallas

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6 min read • 25 Sep 2026

With Kyrie Irving back, joy has returned to Dallas

DALLAS, TX - MARCH 17: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Dallas Mavericks celebrates during the game after scoring the game winning basket against the Denver Nuggets on March 17, 2024 at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Tex...

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Friday Posted & Toasted Notes: KAT’s bag, Jordy McClarkson, salty RJ, married Pop

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6 min read • 25 Sep 2026

Friday Posted & Toasted Notes: KAT’s bag, Jordy McClarkson, salty RJ, married Pop

24 September 2022, Tanzania, Arusha: A warthog (Phacochoerus africanus) kneels on the ground in the Ngorongoro Crater and searches for food with its trunk. The cauldron of the Ngorongoro Crater covers about 260 square ki...

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5 min read • 25 Sep 2026

Why the Sixers? James explains decision, Maxey's influence

Why the Sixers? James explains decision, Maxey's influence originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaLeBron James knows exactly what Tyrese Maxey is all about.As the Sixers’ new superstar detailed on the latest...

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NBA’s 8 locks on over/under win totals, including Lakers, Warriors, Bulls, and more

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9 min read • 25 Sep 2026

NBA’s 8 locks on over/under win totals, including Lakers, Warriors, Bulls, and more

LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 27: Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers smiles as he prepares to shoot before an NBA game against the Brooklyn Nets at Crypto.com Arena on March 27, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO ...

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Player Preview: Miles Bridges enters Phoenix with plenty to prove

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9 min read • 25 Sep 2026

Player Preview: Miles Bridges enters Phoenix with plenty to prove

ORLANDO, FL - APRIL 17: Miles Bridges #0 of the Charlotte Hornets passes the ball during the game against the Orlando Magic during the SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament on April 17, 2026 at Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. NOTE...

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The Mavericks announce key personnel updates and changes

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4 min read • 25 Sep 2026

The Mavericks announce key personnel updates and changes

The Dallas Mavericks are gearing up for the 2026-2027 season, with players starting to transition their offseason regimens into training camp mode as next week nears. With the roster all but set for the upcoming season, ...

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Cavs season preview: Craig Porter Jr. – Can he be a quality backup point guard?

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6 min read • 25 Sep 2026

Cavs season preview: Craig Porter Jr. – Can he be a quality backup point guard?

SACRAMENTO, CA - FEBRUARY 7: Craig Porter Jr. #9 of the Cleveland Cavaliers looks on during the game against the Sacramento Kings on February 7, 2026 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expre...

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