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27 September 2026
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Rytas Face G-League Selection in Intercontinental Cup Final
Rytas, unbeaten and riding two blowout wins, meet the G-League selection for the title in Beijing today, with Boca Juniors edging RSSB Tigers 93:62 for third place.
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Karl-Anthony Towns rejects Knicks contract offers
Towns turned down New York offers worth $45–50 million per year as extension talks stall, with a deadline of 30 June 2027 to reach a deal.
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Results
G-League Select Rout RSSB Tigers, Reach Final vs Rytas
Cristian Quinones scored 29 as G-League Select beat RSSB Tigers 114-95 in Beijing, while Rytas edged Boca Juniors 77-70 to set up the Intercontinental Cup final.
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Results
Miller's 17 Points, 11 Assists Lift Lokomotiv-Kuban
Patrick Miller posted 17 points and 11 assists as Lokomotiv-Kuban beat Yenisey to open the VTB United League regular season 1-0.
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Interviews
LeBron James on Why the Star-Studded 2013/14 Nets Flopped
James explained why Brooklyn's veteran-laden roster with Deron Williams, Joe Johnson, Garnett and Pierce never gelled, despite reaching the 2014 playoffs.
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Basketball
Scout Doubts Ja Morant-Damian Lillard Backcourt Fit
An anonymous NBA scout says Ja Morant's knee, conditioning, and shooting could make him a poor backcourt partner for Damian Lillard at Portland this season.
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Matches
WNBA Playoffs: First-Round Series Tip Off
The WNBA playoffs begin with four best-of-two series: Minnesota vs New York, Las Vegas vs Indiana, Atlanta vs Washington and Golden State vs Dallas.
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Interviews
Pacers GM: Haliburton fully cleared for new season
Chad Buchanan says Tyrese Haliburton has no restrictions ten months after his Achilles rupture, and urges patience with Indiana's reshaped roster.
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Results
Parma Stuns UNICS With Away Win Behind Primo's 22
Joshua Primo led Parma with 22 points on efficient shooting as they opened the VTB United League season with a 97-88 road win over UNICS in Kazan.
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Interviews
LeBron James Urges Sixers Stars to Prioritize Team
The Sixers forward says players chasing a title must set egos aside and hold each other accountable to the same shared goal.
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Interviews
Alden Polynice: Jokic Is a Better Bill Laimbeer
Former NBA center Alden Polynice claims he could still guard Nikola Jokic today, comparing the three-time MVP to Bill Laimbeer and praising Alex Caruso's defense on him.
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Interviews
Perkins: Brunson Belongs Above Doncic
Former NBA star Kendrick Perkins argues Jalen Brunson deserves a top-five ranking ahead of Luka Doncic entering the 2026/27 season.
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Transfers
Stephen Curry Signs Two-Year Extension With Warriors
Curry's $116m deal keeps him at Golden State through 2028/29, giving the club flexibility as it looks to retain Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green.
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Transfers
Nuggets eye Nembhard after Hornets waive guard
Charlotte cut Ryan Nembhard following two summer trades; once he clears waivers, Denver is reportedly the front-runner to sign him to a two-way deal.
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Daily digest
Basketball: the main stories of 26.09.2026
An international college basketball player is in immigration detention. The Guardian's analysis of Aminata Seck's case says it shows the bargain international college athletes accept: universities…
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Results
Olympiacos and PAOK reach Greek Super Cup final
Vezenkov led Olympiacos past AEK 93:80, while Osman's 18 points against his former club helped PAOK stun Panathinaikos 84:82.
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25 September 2026
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Interviews
Joel Embiid called Drew Hanlen a basketball psycho
NBA MVP Joel Embiid calls trainer Drew Hanlen to request specific video clips of opponents from recent games for tactical analysis.
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Basketball
Zack Randolph urges Russell Westbrook to return to NBA
Former NBA star Zack Randolph believes Russell Westbrook still has the energy to play for three or four more years and would love to see him back in the league, specifically with the Miami Heat.
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Matches
Lokomotiv-Kuban ready to challenge CSKA in VTB League
The VTB United League starts with four title contenders. Lokomotiv-Kuban has made significant roster changes under new coach Gleb Firsov, while CSKA Moscow remains the favourite after winning last season's final.
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WNBA final day: Minnesota, Golden State, Las Vegas in playoff race
The WNBA regular season ends Wednesday with seven games. Minnesota leads 32-11, Golden State 31-12, and Las Vegas 30-13 as teams fight for playoff seeding.
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Interviews
Oscar Thompson: Detroit forward vows to be more aggressive in attack
Detroit Pistons forward Oscar Thompson discusses his new aggressive approach for the upcoming season, citing his Defensive Player of the Year award and a five-year, $155 million contract extension.
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BETBOOM secures EuroLeague basketball rights on Okko
BETBOOM has become the new partner for broadcasting EuroLeague basketball matches on the Okko streaming service, replacing Liga Stavok.
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Interviews
Carter Bryant thanks coach Sweeney for teaching him the game
Spurs forward Carter Bryant credits former assistant Sean Sweeney, now Orlando's head coach, for simplifying his game and helping him focus on what matters on the court.
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Basketball
Byron Scott calls Lakers' off-season overrated
Former Lakers coach Byron Scott criticizes the team's recent roster changes, calling the off-season moves overrated and expressing skepticism about their projected success.
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