Why an NBA Scout Believes the Peyton Watson Trade Will Come Back to Haunt the Nuggets A preview of the Nuggets’ 2026–27 season through the lens of an anonymous NBA scout. Sports Illustrated · Sep 22
Ranking the 10 Worst Contracts in the NBA A look at the 10 worst long-term contracts in the NBA entering the 2026–27 season. Sports Illustrated · Sep 22
Charles Barkley pledges $1 million after students make maths discovery St. Mary’s Academy in New Orleans received a $1 million pledge from former NBA star Charles Barkley after two of its students made a unique breakthrough in mathematics. Calcea Johnson and Ne’Kiya Jackson, then high-school seniors, developed a new proof of the 2,000-year-old Pythagorean theorem using trigonometry. Their work attracted… The Times of India · Sep 21
With Kawhi Leonard Officially Back, the Raptors Are Looking Like a True Contender Toronto is shaping up to be a real threat in the East once again. Sports Illustrated · Sep 21
35 Years After Watching His Dad Die on the Court, Nicolas Batum Retires From the NBA. The Timing Was Intentional. Nicolas Batum announced his retirement from the NBA in the most heartfelt way possible. Sports Illustrated · Sep 21
NBA Scout Explains How Kyrie Irving’s Return to Mavericks Will Help Cooper Flagg Thrive Kyrie Irving’s return will make things much easier for Cooper Flagg over his second NBA season with the Dallas Mavericks, an anonymous NBA scout said to Sports Illustrated. Sports Illustrated · Sep 21
'Confusing call' mars Johnson magic as Tasmania win Tasmania have shrugged off a slow start to win their opening game of the NBL season over South East Melbourne after a late call benefited them. AAP · Sep 21
Spurs and Thunder Big Favorites in Polymarket NBA Finals Market The Spurs and Thunder lead Polymarket's NBA Finals market. Sports Illustrated · Sep 21
Motivational Quote by Michael Jordan: ‘You have to expect things of yourself before you…’ - NBA legend’s powerful words of wisdom on confidence, discipline and achievement Success often feels elusive for those who toil relentlessly. As Michael Jordan wisely points out, our inner expectations are the catalysts for true accomplishment. Achieving success isn't merely a stroke of luck; it originates from cultivating robust self-confidence. Establishing lofty personal benchmarks ensures that one's actions and energies are harmonized… The Economic Times · Sep 21
Recent NBA Contract Extension Grades: Thompson Twins, Keyonte George Get Paid A look around the NBA at recent contract extensions for Amen and Ausar Thompson, Keyonte George, Pelle Larsson and Saddiq Bey. Sports Illustrated · Sep 20
Grizzlies Got the ‘Surest Bet’ of This NBA Rookie Class in Cameron Boozer, Anonymous Scout Says A look at the new era for the Memphis Grizzlies, highlighted by Cameron Boozer’s arrival, through the eyes of an anonymous NBA scout. Sports Illustrated · Sep 20
Unfiltered NBA Scout’s Thoughts on Pelicans’ Derik Queen Experiment: ‘I Don’t See It’ A preview of the Pelicans’ 2026–27 season through the lens of an anonymous NBA scout. Sports Illustrated · Sep 19
The Raptors’ New Kyle Lowry ‘GROAT’ Statue Is a Work of Art The “Greatest Raptor of All Time” was honored Saturday with the unveiling of a dinosaur statue at a block party outside Toronto’s arena. Sports Illustrated · Sep 19
Pitching 23 Team Names for the NBA’s Expansion Franchise in Las Vegas We channeled our inner Don Draper to come up with some team name pitches for Adam Silver to consider. Sports Illustrated · Sep 19
AAP · Sep 19 36ers win heart-stopper over United as NBL season opens The highly anticipated Bryce Cotton-Cole Anthony duel didn't disappoint as the 36ers started the Trevor Gleeson era with a heart-stopping win over Melbourne.
The Independent UK · Sep 18 Could these names set your baby up for success? Names were considered based on factors such as prestige, recognition and competitiveness
Sports Illustrated · Sep 18 Anonymous NBA Scout: What Will Change for Rockets After They Were ‘Way Too Reliant’ on Kevin Durant The Rockets were ousted in the first round last season. Fred VanVleet’s return should lessen Houston’s reliance on Kevin Durant, an anonymous NBA scout told SI.
Sports Illustrated · Sep 18 Predicting the 2026–27 NBA Standings: Which Teams Will Rise, Fall and Surprise? It’s time to get the crystal ball out and predict how the NBA standings will look come April.
The Times of India · Sep 18 Goodwill Find Nets Windfall: $3.07 Wilt jacket authenticated; thrift hunter lands $89,600 sale In a remarkable twist of fate, a teenager stumbled upon Wilt Chamberlain's iconic 1972 Finals jacket tucked away in a thrift store. For just three dollars and seven cents, he seized the chance to own a piece of sports history. Experts later confirmed its authenticity, revealing that Chamberlain donned this…
AAP · Sep 17 NBL rivals stocking up for chance to grab Kings' crowns The Sydney Kings face a raft of serious challengers in their NBL title defence, with fellow heavyweights Melbourne United and Adelaide 36ers top of the list.
Latin Times · Sep 17 Why Adam Silver Is Calling Sophie Cunningham About the WNBA's Next Boss Sophie Cunningham says Adam Silver consulted her on the WNBA's next commissioner — even as her own Fever contract runs out after 2026.
Sports Illustrated · Sep 17 The Six NBA Players Anthony Edwards Jokingly Called Out in New Adidas Commercial “Ant Man” poked fun at a few rival players in an ad for his new sneaker.
Sports Illustrated · Sep 17 Five NBA Teams Most Likely to Take a Step Back This Season Some NBA teams pivoted to a rebuild, while others could be a victim of improved competition. A look around the league at teams who could disappoint this season.
The Independent UK · Sep 17 Knicks pause ticket sales after error caused them to be listed at prices too high The New York Knicks are pausing ticket sales after an error caused them to be listed for amounts that were too high
International Business Times UK · Sep 17 Dwyane Wade Says He Stopped Laughing at 'Toxic' NBA Locker-Room Jokes Before Daughter Zaya Came Out Dwyane Wade said supporting daughter Zaya before she publicly came out as transgender changed how he responded to jokes and language in NBA locker rooms, including conversations with Udonis Haslem.