Basketball news for 8 September 2026
Archive of Sportpul publications and latest material.
8 September 2026
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Interviews
Ruzhentsev: CSKA Would Hold Own Against Euroleague Sides
CSKA Moscow guard Samson Ruzhentsev says the club can compete with Euroleague teams and expects a top-three finish in the United League this season.
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Timberwolves Eyed Vezenkov Before Signing Kuminga
Minnesota explored a move for two-time Euroleague MVP Sasa Vezenkov before turning to Jonathan Kuminga, but the forward showed no interest in an NBA return.
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Interviews
Quentin Grimes Explains His Role With the Lakers
The 26-year-old guard says JJ Redick and the staff outlined a big offensive role and a leadership responsibility defending top opposing scorers.
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Interviews
Bronny James: I Can Be a Shot Creator for Lakers
Bronny James says he can act as an extra playmaker alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves this season, his first without father LeBron as a teammate.
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Transfers
Pelicans Trade Jordan Hawkins to Grizzlies
New Orleans deals Hawkins, Peavy and draft assets to Memphis for Johnson and Gibson, clearing cap space to sign Bennedict Mathurin.
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Interviews
Vezenkov Reflects on Special Chemistry With Walkup
Olympiacos forward Sasha Vezenkov opened up on the emotional impact of Thomas Walkup's move to Dubai, praising their on-court connection and respecting his decision.
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Interviews
Ruzhentsev: 'Brooklyn Sees Its Future in Demin'
CSKA defender Samson Ruzhentsev believes Yegor Demin can establish himself at Brooklyn, while Vladislav Goldin's Miami future depends on his G League performances.
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Basketball
EuroLeague Owners to Meet in Early October
Club owners including Real Madrid's Florentino Perez are expected to discuss EuroLeague's franchise structure and possible expansion in October talks.
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Transfers
Muammadou Jété set for loan return to Napoli
Centre Muammadou Jété is close to joining Napoli on loan from Dubai Basketball, with negotiations in their final stage, returning him to Italy.
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Interviews
Marius Grigonis: No Panathinaikos Player Gets Along With Ataman
Back at Zalgiris, Grigonis called his four Panathinaikos years under coach Ergin Ataman 'organised chaos,' citing a total lack of communication with players.
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Transfers
Nuggets Refuse First-Round Pick Demands for Cameron Johnson
Denver rejected rival offers requiring a first-round pick and turned down a lucrative deal for Cameron Johnson, valuing him as a key starter.
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Interviews
Matt Barnes Reacts to Lakers' New-Look Roster
Former Lakers forward Matt Barnes joked about the team's revamped roster while praising Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and the squad's added depth.
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Transfers
Collin Sexton Explains Why He Chose the Lakers
Lakers newcomer Collin Sexton says the chance to win on a big stage drove his move, after averaging 15.4 points last season for Charlotte and Chicago.
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Interviews
Steve Kerr Confident in Warriors' Season
Golden State coach Steve Kerr declined to set a target result but expressed strong confidence in the team's outlook for 2026/27.
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Results
USA Survive Italy Scare at Women's World Cup
USA edged Italy 55:52 in Berlin after trailing late, posting their lowest-scoring World Cup win since 1971 despite being tournament favourites.
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Transfers
Unics part ways with Delgado, sign McCormack
Unics Kazan released centre Angel Delgado after a leg injury with the Dominican Republic and agreed terms with David McCormack as his replacement.
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Daily digest
Basketball: the main stories of 07.09.2026
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Transfers
Dubai Sign Thomas Walkup From Olympiacos for $2.6M
Dubai completed a $2.6 million transfer for guard Thomas Walkup, who signed a three-year, $9.6 million contract despite EuroLeague scrutiny over the deal.
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Transfers
Bucks Struggling to Find Trade Partner for Myles Turner
A year after signing Turner to a four-year, $107m deal to help retain Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee is finding it hard to arrange a trade.
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