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The Indiana Pacers didn't give Mathurin a rookie extension this summer. His performance in their season opener may make them wish they had.
Steph Curry bests Aaron Gordon in improbable three-point shootout
Curry had made 2,999 more three-pointers in his career than Gordon before Thursday night. It still took a shot from near halfcourt for Curry to force overtime before the Golden State Warriors defeated the Denver Nuggets, 137-131.
Blazers interim coach could be their long-term answer
While Splitter's only the interim coach, there's a number of reasons why he could lead the Blazers long-term.
Grading Cooper Flagg's NBA debut
After Flagg made his pro debut in a 125-92 loss to the San Antonio Spurs, here's a look at how the Dallas Mavericks rookie did in all facets of the game.
Physical Knicks break losing streak to Cavaliers in opener
The Cleveland Cavaliers had an All-Star center, the reigning Defensive Player of the Year and a four-game winning streak over the New York Knicks, whose starting center was out with an injury. In the opener, it was the Knicks who dominated inside and got a 119-111 win.
10 takeaways from NBA's first full night of games: Clear winner in battle of No. 1 picks
From rookie debuts to rising stars to disappointing teams, here are 10 takeaways from the NBA's first full night of games.
Lakers could be in big trouble until LeBron James returns
While Doncic and Reaves combined for 69 points, the rest of their team managed only 40 combined.
Warriors' Jonathan Kuminga starts strong in a crossroads season
After one game, Kuminga looks like he might become too valuable to trade.
Kevin Durant is biggest loser of Rockets' season-opening loss to Thunder
The only thing Thunder fans wanted to see more than an opening night victory was an opening night victory where Durant was the biggest loser.
Alperen Sengun's shooting transforms Rockets offense in opener
The Houston Rockets got a sweet shooting addition to their front court to open up their offense in the new season. But it wasn't the one they expected in Tuesday's 125-124 2OT loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Rockets' point guard plan has mixed results in opener
The Rockets may need to start thinking about what ball-handler they can trade for in the next few months.
Rockets' Kevin Durant trolls Thunder fans in return to Oklahoma City
Kevin Durant of the Houston Rockets was already trolling on all cylinders before the regular season started.
Ranking the 2025 NBA rookie extensions
All NBA rookie extensions for players drafted in 2022 had to be completed by the Monday before the start of the 2025-26 season. Five more got done in the final days, plus another two for draftees from 2020 and 2023. Here's our ranking of the best of the rookie extensions signed this offseason.
10 bold predictions for the 2025-26 NBA season
As the NBA moves to new broadcasters Peacock and Amazon Prime, here are 10 bold predictions for next season.
Trail Blazers get a bargain with the Toumani Camara extension
Toumani Camara was one of the last picks in the 2023 draft and a throw-in for the Damian Lillard trade that summer. Now he's a foundational piece for the Portland Trail Blazers.
Lakers center could be teaming up with Luka Doncic in two ways
Jaxson Hayes is only signed with the Los Angeles Lakers through the upcoming season. If he can realize his international basketball ambitions, he might continue playing with Luka Doncic much longer than that.
Bulls could have their first dunk contest champ since Michael Jordan
Since Michael Jordan took flight at Chicago Stadium in 1988, the Chicago Bulls haven't had a Slam Dunk Contest winner. That all might change thanks to their newest signing.
New Sixers hire puts Daryl Morey, Nick Nurse on the hot seat
This year is a pivotal one for many within the Sixers organization — especially for the head coach and team president, whose futures may hinge on how things unfold.
Kings give Keegan Murray the Trey Murphy special
When the Sacramento Kings were negotiating Keegan Murray's rookie extension, they may have simply looked at the most similar rookie from last year and matched that deal.
Five NBA teams who could be in trouble to start the season
The NBA season begins Oct. 22, and that date is coming far too soon for some teams. Here are five teams likely to struggle in the 2024-25 NBA season's first month.
Sacramento Kings' family ties have team in a bind
Instead of addressing their obvious roster holes, the Kings are trading for the coach's son-in-law.
Russell Westbrook's relentlessness won't let him quit the NBA
It's rare to see a future Hall of Famer willingly take a backup role at the end of his career. That's not the case with Russell Westbrook, who signed with the Sacramento Kings Wednesday for his 18th NBA season.
Nets dug bigger hole for themselves with draft whiffs
The future of the Nets depends on nailing the picks they have coming to them in upcoming drafts. Unfortunately, GM Sean Marks and the Nets front office haven't inspired confidence that they can do it.
Five NBA players who could make the leap to All-Star level in 2025-26
Last season's NBA All-Star Game was won by a veteran-heavy team featuring Steph Curry, Kevin Durant and other long-time veterans, but there's a passel of promising young players — and a few less-young players — ready to join them.
Keegan Murray's injury could wreck Kings' already-shaky defense
With Murray out, an already-porous Kings defense gets even weaker.
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