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The Times' preseason top 25 high school basketball rankings

St. John Bosco leads the preseason top 25 boys basketball rankings with a strong trio of players.
Harvard-Westlake retains its championship edge with key players returning.
Eastvale Roosevelt aims for CIF title with strong returning talent.
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REPORT: Knicks weighing options fearing Landry Shamet's long-term injury

The Knicks' reserve players performed well in a preseason win, raising hopes for their role in the regular season.
Landry Shamet's shoulder injury may jeopardize his spot on the Knicks' roster due to limited injury protection.

Wizards 118, Knicks 117: Soft defense and sorry shooting sink New York in the final scrimmage

The Knicks' acquisition of long-range shooters raises concerns as they struggled during preseason, needing to improve shooting and defense for success.

Celtics 132, Knicks 109: Scenes from an opening night Boston beatdown

The New York Knicks are undergoing changes aimed at championship competitiveness after a tough offseason and disappointing ending to the last season.

Knicks 111, Hornets 105: Rooks take advantage of the opportunity

The Knicks showed potential with rookies stepping up in a game where key starters were rested.

Preseason Game Thread: New York Knicks at Washington Wizards, October 18, 2024

New York Knicks decisively won their first preseason match against the Washington Wizards, indicating strong team performance.
Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau showcases confidence in bench strength by resting starters.

Preseason Game Preview: New York Knicks vs Washington Wizards, October 9, 2024

The Knicks and Wizards are both fine-tuning their rosters as they prepare for the regular season, emphasizing player development and teamwork.

REPORT: Knicks weighing options fearing Landry Shamet's long-term injury

The Knicks' reserve players performed well in a preseason win, raising hopes for their role in the regular season.
Landry Shamet's shoulder injury may jeopardize his spot on the Knicks' roster due to limited injury protection.

Wizards 118, Knicks 117: Soft defense and sorry shooting sink New York in the final scrimmage

The Knicks' acquisition of long-range shooters raises concerns as they struggled during preseason, needing to improve shooting and defense for success.

Celtics 132, Knicks 109: Scenes from an opening night Boston beatdown

The New York Knicks are undergoing changes aimed at championship competitiveness after a tough offseason and disappointing ending to the last season.

Knicks 111, Hornets 105: Rooks take advantage of the opportunity

The Knicks showed potential with rookies stepping up in a game where key starters were rested.

Preseason Game Thread: New York Knicks at Washington Wizards, October 18, 2024

New York Knicks decisively won their first preseason match against the Washington Wizards, indicating strong team performance.
Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau showcases confidence in bench strength by resting starters.

Preseason Game Preview: New York Knicks vs Washington Wizards, October 9, 2024

The Knicks and Wizards are both fine-tuning their rosters as they prepare for the regular season, emphasizing player development and teamwork.
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#nba

Recap: Wizards win vs. Knicks, 118-117

The Washington Wizards demonstrated resilience, especially from Johnny Davis, in a close win against the New York Knicks, showcasing fruitful team effort and scoring depth.

Ben Simmons healthy and aggressive in Nets' 131-92 preseason rout of Wizards

Ben Simmons' aggressive play marked a strong performance in the Nets' preseason game against the Wizards, indicating his potential resurgence this season.

Why Kerr is optimistic about a bounce-back season for Wiggins on Warriors

Andrew Wiggins' return to the Warriors starting lineup is crucial for team dynamics, emphasizing his scoring and defensive capabilities.

Knicks Beef: Donte DiVincenzo & Co. bring the heat to MSG

Preseason games can hold unexpected significance, especially when former players face their old teams, as seen in the Knicks vs. Wolves matchup.

Report: LeBron James, Bronny expected to play together on Opening Night

LeBron James and Bronny may soon share the court in an official NBA game, likely addressing ongoing questions surrounding this historic moment.

NBA Rumors: Celtics Waive Lonnie Walker IV; SG Says He'll 'Bet on Myself' in IG Photo

Lonnie Walker IV has been waived by the Boston Celtics before the 2024-25 NBA season begins.

Recap: Wizards win vs. Knicks, 118-117

The Washington Wizards demonstrated resilience, especially from Johnny Davis, in a close win against the New York Knicks, showcasing fruitful team effort and scoring depth.

Ben Simmons healthy and aggressive in Nets' 131-92 preseason rout of Wizards

Ben Simmons' aggressive play marked a strong performance in the Nets' preseason game against the Wizards, indicating his potential resurgence this season.

Why Kerr is optimistic about a bounce-back season for Wiggins on Warriors

Andrew Wiggins' return to the Warriors starting lineup is crucial for team dynamics, emphasizing his scoring and defensive capabilities.

Knicks Beef: Donte DiVincenzo & Co. bring the heat to MSG

Preseason games can hold unexpected significance, especially when former players face their old teams, as seen in the Knicks vs. Wolves matchup.

Report: LeBron James, Bronny expected to play together on Opening Night

LeBron James and Bronny may soon share the court in an official NBA game, likely addressing ongoing questions surrounding this historic moment.

NBA Rumors: Celtics Waive Lonnie Walker IV; SG Says He'll 'Bet on Myself' in IG Photo

Lonnie Walker IV has been waived by the Boston Celtics before the 2024-25 NBA season begins.
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#basketball

Rui Hachimura says the Lakers were 'messing around' to start last season, have to focus this year

The Lakers won their preseason game against the Bucks, demonstrating improved focus and teamwork, especially during a remarkable fourth-quarter comeback.

Cavaliers' Strus out six weeks with ankle sprain

Max Strus is out for at least six weeks due to a right ankle sprain, complicating the Cavaliers' season start.

Heat outlast Pelicans 101-99 in preseason home opener

The Miami Heat won a close preseason game against the Pelicans, showcasing new lineup chemistry and player contributions.

5 in-person takeaways from the Lakers' first two preseason games

The Lakers are serious about their preseason games, indicating progress from previous seasons' less committed approaches.

Rui Hachimura says the Lakers were 'messing around' to start last season, have to focus this year

The Lakers won their preseason game against the Bucks, demonstrating improved focus and teamwork, especially during a remarkable fourth-quarter comeback.

Cavaliers' Strus out six weeks with ankle sprain

Max Strus is out for at least six weeks due to a right ankle sprain, complicating the Cavaliers' season start.

Heat outlast Pelicans 101-99 in preseason home opener

The Miami Heat won a close preseason game against the Pelicans, showcasing new lineup chemistry and player contributions.

5 in-person takeaways from the Lakers' first two preseason games

The Lakers are serious about their preseason games, indicating progress from previous seasons' less committed approaches.
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Toronto Raptors give key injury updates ahead of final preseason game

The Toronto Raptors secured a preseason victory over the Boston Celtics, yet face injury concerns for key players RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley.
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Players Grades: Lakers vs. Warriors

Lakers need to improve 3-point shooting ahead of the season after a 111-107 loss to the Warriors.

Rui Hachimura believes Dalton Knecht will be 'great,' has told him to be himself

Younger players are positively influencing the Lakers' preseason performance, particularly Jalen Hood-Schifino and Dalton Knecht.

Gabe Vincent feels the 'sky is the limit' for the Lakers this season if they stay healthy

Gabe Vincent's health and team cohesion are vital for the Lakers' success this season.

Austin Reaves out vs. Bucks with ankle soreness, LeBron James and Anthony Davis to play

Austin Reaves will sit out a preseason game due to ankle soreness, while LeBron James and Anthony Davis will play.

JJ Redick 'highly encouraged' by Lakers offensive process vs. Warriors

The Lakers had a disappointing scoring performance, yet their offensive process showed promise, as noted by coach Redick.

Players Grades: Lakers vs. Warriors

Lakers need to improve 3-point shooting ahead of the season after a 111-107 loss to the Warriors.

Rui Hachimura believes Dalton Knecht will be 'great,' has told him to be himself

Younger players are positively influencing the Lakers' preseason performance, particularly Jalen Hood-Schifino and Dalton Knecht.

Gabe Vincent feels the 'sky is the limit' for the Lakers this season if they stay healthy

Gabe Vincent's health and team cohesion are vital for the Lakers' success this season.

Austin Reaves out vs. Bucks with ankle soreness, LeBron James and Anthony Davis to play

Austin Reaves will sit out a preseason game due to ankle soreness, while LeBron James and Anthony Davis will play.

JJ Redick 'highly encouraged' by Lakers offensive process vs. Warriors

The Lakers had a disappointing scoring performance, yet their offensive process showed promise, as noted by coach Redick.
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#miami-heat

Jimmy Butler plays, rotation clues, other takeaways from Heat's preseason opener vs. Hornets

Jimmy Butler played in the preseason opener, contrasting with last year when he sat out all preseason games.

GAME PREVIEW: Miami Heat basketball returns for first preseason game against the Charlotte Hornets

The Miami Heat's roster has changed notably with departures and new young talent, impacting their preseason strategy and gameplay.

An encouraging Heat injury update on Tyler Herro and Jaime Jaquez Jr. Also, Heat makes roster move

Tyler Herro and Jaime Jaquez Jr. are nearing returns to the Miami Heat after recovering from minor groin injuries.

Jimmy Butler plays, rotation clues, other takeaways from Heat's preseason opener vs. Hornets

Jimmy Butler played in the preseason opener, contrasting with last year when he sat out all preseason games.

GAME PREVIEW: Miami Heat basketball returns for first preseason game against the Charlotte Hornets

The Miami Heat's roster has changed notably with departures and new young talent, impacting their preseason strategy and gameplay.

An encouraging Heat injury update on Tyler Herro and Jaime Jaquez Jr. Also, Heat makes roster move

Tyler Herro and Jaime Jaquez Jr. are nearing returns to the Miami Heat after recovering from minor groin injuries.
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#nhl

Jim Montgomery Explains Bruins' Decision On Roster Hopefuls

Max Jones, Mark Kastelic, Cole Koepke, and Riley Tufte earned roster spots as Boston Bruins aimed for a bigger, tougher lineup this season.

Why making Sharks' Opening Night roster is so special for Gushchin

Danil Gushchin expresses immense joy and accomplishment after making the San Jose Sharks, highlighting his hard work and dedication to his hockey career.

Vegas Golden Knights end preseason with loss to Sharks

The Golden Knights learned a tough lesson on maintaining focus and defense late in the game during their preseason finale.

Jim Montgomery Explains Bruins' Decision On Roster Hopefuls

Max Jones, Mark Kastelic, Cole Koepke, and Riley Tufte earned roster spots as Boston Bruins aimed for a bigger, tougher lineup this season.

Why making Sharks' Opening Night roster is so special for Gushchin

Danil Gushchin expresses immense joy and accomplishment after making the San Jose Sharks, highlighting his hard work and dedication to his hockey career.

Vegas Golden Knights end preseason with loss to Sharks

The Golden Knights learned a tough lesson on maintaining focus and defense late in the game during their preseason finale.
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