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7 hours agoSpurs' Victor Wembanyama makes his case for NBA's MVP award
Victor Wembanyama aims to win the NBA MVP award this season, emphasizing his strong performance and defensive contributions.
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3 days agoPotential Raptors trade target is swiftly upping his value amid playoff push
The Atlanta Hawks have surged into sixth place in the Eastern Conference, led by Nickeil Alexander-Walker's impressive performance during an eleven-game win streak.
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3 days agoPotential Raptors trade target is swiftly upping his value amid playoff push
The Atlanta Hawks have surged into sixth place in the Eastern Conference, led by Nickeil Alexander-Walker's impressive performance during an eleven-game win streak.
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3 days agoGameday: Raptors @ Nuggets, March 20th
Toronto faces a significant challenge against Denver, aiming to prove their competitiveness against top teams after recent successes against weaker opponents.
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6 days agoRaptors can't ignore the troubling pattern threatening their playoff hopes
The Raptors ended a losing streak against top-10 teams with wins over Phoenix and Detroit, but face ongoing concerns about offensive inconsistency and lack of elite scoring.
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6 days agoRaptors can't ignore the troubling pattern threatening their playoff hopes
The Raptors ended a losing streak against top-10 teams with wins over Phoenix and Detroit, but face ongoing concerns about offensive inconsistency and lack of elite scoring.
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fromAll U Can Heat
5 days agoHeat are strangely aligned with Bucks as Giannis saga takes new turn
Giannis Antetokounmpo's knee injury and desire to play this season creates tension with the Bucks' preference to rest him, potentially affecting his trade value for teams like the Miami Heat.
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3 days agoSt. John's wipes up Northern Iowa, advances to NCAA Tournament 2nd round | amNewYork
St. John's Red Storm dominated Northern Iowa Panthers 79-53 in the first round of the 2026 NCAA Tournament, showcasing strong rebounding and three-point shooting.
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3 days agoHeat couldn't stop Luka Doncic in 134-126 loss to Lakers, drop third straight game
Miami Heat's recent losses jeopardize their playoff positioning after a brief win streak, highlighting their struggles against top teams like the Lakers.
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fromAll U Can Heat
4 days agoHeat vs. Lakers injury report: Bam Adebayo appears good to go
Bam Adebayo is probable to return Thursday against the Lakers as the Heat battle injuries while facing a seven-game winning streak Lakers team in a crucial playoff positioning matchup.
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4 days agoScottie Barnes may have the most unusual case for end-of-season award
Scottie Barnes presents a unique Clutch Player of the Year case through elite defensive impact despite ranking 57th in clutch scoring with nine clutch blocks leading the league.
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1 week agoTimberwolves' Anthony Edwards to miss time with knee soreness
Anthony Edwards has right knee inflammation revealed by MRI and will be re-evaluated in 1-2 weeks, threatening his availability during a critical stretch for the Timberwolves' playoff positioning.
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1 week agoGiannis Antetokounmpo: Bucks star provides update on latest injury scare
Giannis Antetokounmpo left the Bucks' win over Indiana in the third quarter after a fall but indicated minimal concern about the injury, with medical staff advising precaution rather than severity.
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1 week agoGiannis Antetokounmpo exits Bucks' win after awkward landing
Giannis Antetokounmpo left the Bucks' victory over Indiana with a knee injury after an awkward landing on a dunk, though he avoided immediate imaging and planned to assess his condition at home.
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4 days agoWhat the 2026 WNBA CBA means for league, players, salaries
The WNBA and players' union reached a landmark collective bargaining agreement after 17 months of negotiations, featuring the first-ever direct tie between player salaries and league revenue share at approximately 20%.
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5 days agoThe WNBA And Players' Union Have A Verbal Agreement On A New CBA | Defector
WNBA and players' union reach verbal agreement on new CBA with maximum salaries over $1 million, minimum salaries over $300,000, and $7.5 million starting salary cap, representing dramatic increases from previous terms.
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1 week agoWNBA, players' union return to CBA talks after a 16-hour marathon session | CBC Sports
The WNBA and players' union negotiated intensively for a fourth consecutive day, with revenue sharing remaining the primary disagreement despite the league increasing its salary cap offer to $6.2 million for the first year.
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1 week agoRaptors' playoff aspirations might just hinge on this major player X-factor
Immanuel Quickley's performance is crucial for the Toronto Raptors' playoff and play-in tournament prospects, potentially allowing them to compete as a spoiler despite limited championship-level talent.
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6 days agoRaptors get a promising Collin Murray-Boyles update ahead of important road trip
Collin Murray-Boyles is progressing toward returning to the Raptors after an eight-game absence due to a recurring thumb injury, with the coaching staff expecting his return during the upcoming road trip.
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6 days agoMarch Madness: St. John's seeding a big miss for selection committee
St. John's deserved a higher seed than No. 5 after dominating the Big East Tournament, while the NCAA selection committee's seeding methodology prioritizes season-long body of work over recent tournament performance.
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fromLos Angeles Times
5 days agoWNBA and players reached a historic deal. Here's what needs to happen next
WNBA salary cap increases from $1.5 million to $7 million with supermax rising from $249,244 to $1.4 million, driven by 20% revenue sharing tied to gross league revenue.
#nba-playoff-race
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6 days agoRaptors already have one all-important advantage in close playoff race
The Raptors hold a significant playoff race advantage over Orlando and Miami due to a substantially easier remaining schedule featuring more games against non-playoff teams.
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fromHot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog
1 week agoGAME PREVIEW: Heat seek first win of season against Magic in pivotal matchup
The Miami Heat and Orlando Magic, both 9-2 since the All-Star break and tied for the No. 5 seed in the East, face off Saturday night in a pivotal game that could determine playoff seeding with four weeks remaining.
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6 days ago26 For 26: Potential 2026 NBA Draft Prospects I'm Monitoring In NCAA Tournament
The Miami Heat have two draft picks available, and 13 NCAA Tournament prospects are identified as potential first-round candidates for the 2026 NBA Draft, with Bennett Stirtz, Brayden Burries, and Braylon Mullins highlighted as intriguing options.
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6 days agoUnderrated Brandon Ingram element could be the key to Raptors' success
Brandon Ingram's passing ability is undervalued and could elevate the Raptors from playoff contenders to legitimate championship threats if he increases playmaking while maintaining scoring dominance.
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1 week agoRaptors already got something out of Brandon Ingram he could rarely give Pelicans
Brandon Ingram played 65 games for the first time since his rookie season, staying healthy with the Raptors after chronic injury issues limited him throughout his career.
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1 week agoSix bets and an eliminator pick for the first round of the men's tournament
High Point's offensive strength and pace-based style create a favorable matchup against Wisconsin's weak perimeter defense, making this a prototypical upset opportunity in the 2026 tournament.
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6 days agoTop 10 Raptors Plays of the Week: More defence and an impressive finish to the week
Toronto won two consecutive home games against Phoenix and Detroit after two road losses, with standout performances from Scottie Barnes, Jakob Poeltl, and Brandon Ingram.
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fromSlate Magazine
6 days agoThey've Made It to 27 Consecutive NCAA Tournaments. They've Lost Every Time. This Is Finally Their Year.
Gonzaga has made 27 consecutive NCAA tournaments and reached two national championship games in the past decade but has not won, raising questions about whether 2026 could finally be their championship year.
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6 days agoThe NBA's Expansion Gambit Is About Getting Bigger, Not Better | Defector
NBA expansion to Seattle and Las Vegas is a predetermined decision being formally announced, with new franchises expected to cost over $10 billion each due to competitive bidding among wealthy owners.
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1 week agoHawks fans sport Magic City gear despite canceled promotion
The NBA cancelled the Atlanta Hawks' partnership with Magic City adult entertainment club after less than two weeks due to stakeholder concerns, yet fans continued wearing unofficial merchandise and the event generated significant merchandise demand.
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6 days agoFormer NBPA Head Tamika Tremaglio Discusses The WNBA Labor Battle And The Art Of Bargaining | Defector
When things are intense and you feel like you've gotten in a rhythm and you may get it done and you might get to conclude it, you want to keep going. You don't want to lose the momentum, because the pause you take allows people to go into another dimension. They'll go back home, or they'll get into other meetings, and you don't keep that momentum going.
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6 days agoAlabama Basketball Star Arrested After Cops Found More Than 2 Pounds of Weed in His Apartment: Report
Alabama basketball guard Aden Holloway was arrested for first-degree marijuana possession after police found over two pounds of marijuana in his apartment.
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1 week agoBrutal low point of Raptors' season may actually have been a blessing in disguise
The Raptors' loss to the Pelicans served as a wake-up call, leading them to beat the Suns and Pistons, proving they can compete with top teams in the playoffs.
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1 week agoFantasy basketball pickups: Sensabaugh, Williams stepping up for Jazz
Lightly rostered players receiving elevated opportunities during fantasy basketball playoffs can provide significant scoring and statistical production to help teams win championships.
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fromMiami Herald
1 week agoCalls Mount Against Officials During UConn-St. John's Game
Official James Breeding assessed a technical foul to UConn coach Dan Hurley during the Big East Tournament Championship, sparking widespread criticism about the official's judgment and history of friction with the coach.
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fromMiami Herald
1 week agoCalls Mount Against Officials During UConn-St. John's Game
Official James Breeding assessed a technical foul to UConn coach Dan Hurley during the Big East Tournament Championship, sparking widespread criticism about the official's judgment and history of friction with the coach.
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1 week agoRaptors' recent collapse confirms harsh reality many fans already suspected
The Raptors' early success in November masked fundamental offensive issues, and recent losses to weaker teams confirm they are a middling team struggling to maintain consistency.
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1 week agoProposed trade target just showed Raptors exactly what they are missing
Trey Murphy III's elite three-point shooting and offensive gravity would directly address the Raptors' critical weakness in perimeter shooting, where they rank 26th in three-point percentage.
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1 week agoNBA intel: Execs, scouts on Peterson, Dybantsa, top draft prospects
NBA executives are heavily scouting the 2026 draft class at conference tournaments, viewing it as exceptionally deep with multiple franchise-altering talent prospects available beyond just top picks.
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