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Spurs Officially Waive Jeremy Sochan

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Several teams are expected to pursue Sochan, signaling continued interest in adding a versatile defensive wing with upside to their rosters.
The buyout market is likely to attract teams with cap space or need for a young, athletic forward who can defend and improve with time.
Sochan’s injury to ball-handling and shooting remained a concern, limiting his two-way impact despite solid defense.

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Is Jalen Williams Playing Tonight? (Injury Update, Betting Impact for Bucks-Thunder)

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sports56m ago

Is Jalen Williams Playing Tonight? (Injury Update, Betting Impact for Bucks-Thunder)

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Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg will miss their final game before the All-Star break and not play in the NBA's Rising Stars game on Friday night because of a left midfoot sprain.
The Mavericks announced MRI confirmed a left midfoot sprain linked to Flagg's loss in the 120-111 Phoenix game the night before, clarifying the injury timeline.
Flagg, the No. 1 overall pick, is averaging about 20.4 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 4.1 assists this season for Dallas.

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Siakam & Zubac: Indiana’s New Frontcourt Duo Could Unlock the Pacers’ Offense

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sports53m ago

Siakam & Zubac: Indiana’s New Frontcourt Duo Could Unlock the Pacers’ Offense

Si.com

Indiana Pacers sign Ivica Zubac to pair with Pascal Siakam to boost frontcourt and offense.
Siakam says the pairing could open up the offense through a four-five pick-and-roll.
Zubac could thrive as a roller with shooting around him, exploiting space for post plays.
The frontcourt change follows Turner’s departure, prompting a need for a complementary interior presence.
The potential frontcourt pairing could create varied offensive looks for Haliburton, Nembhard and Nesmith.
Zubac expressed enthusiasm about playing with Siakam, calling him a champion and an All-Star.

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Close-knit Pistons soar into the All-Star break with East’s best record

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sports3h ago

Close-knit Pistons soar into the All-Star break with East’s best record

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Pistons cap the first half with the East's best record after a 113-95 road win in Toronto.
Paul Reed excelled without Duren or Stewart, playing major minutes and delivering 22 points in his seventh start.
Cade Cunningham led Detroit with 28 points and nine assists, fueling the team's offense.
Coach J.B. Bickerstaff credited the roster’s unity and selfless play as a cornerstone of success.
Tobias Harris emphasized open communication as key to the Pistons’ culture.
The win underscored Detroit’s season-long depth and cohesion behind Cunningham and Reed.
The Athletic framed the story around the Pistons’ close-knit, high-character locker room.
Cultural leadership from Harris and Bickerstaff helped mold a connected team identity.

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Knicks midseason report card: Change at the top hasn’t altered title plans

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sports3h ago

Knicks midseason report card: Change at the top hasn’t altered title plans

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The Knicks stand at 34-19 at the All-Star break with a nine-win run in 10 games, keeping Finals goals within reach.
Jalen Brunson’s role remains pivotal as the Knicks’ on-court leader through the season’s middle stretch.
Josh Hart has thrived as an offensive contributor despite limited designed plays.
OG Anunoby provides reliable defensive stopper play for the Knicks this season.
Mitchell Robinson shows capacity to change games with rebounding when on the floor.
Miles McBride fired up a career-best 3-point percentage before a sports hernia sidelined him.
Mikal Bridges has yet to become a consistent force on both ends for the Knicks.
Mike Brown’s collaborative coaching approach marks a shift from the previous Knicks regime.
Front office evaluation remains part of the midseason look as the team refines its strategy.
Overall, the analysis notes ongoing work to reach the NBA Finals without erasing progress made so far.

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How Cooper Flagg reset Mavs after Davis-Doncic trade

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sports3h ago

How Cooper Flagg reset Mavs after Davis-Doncic trade

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Dallas pivots from the Davis-Doncic era to build around 19-year-old Cooper Flagg, reshaping the franchise.
The trade reduced payroll and created cap flexibility, including access to a $15.1 million midlevel and a $21 million trade exception.
Dumont and the interim front office fame are vetting candidates to become the permanent basketball operations leader.
Anthony Davis’ time in Dallas was hampered by injuries, limiting his impact and complicating the return.
Luka Doncic was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, prompting a rebuilding approach around Flagg.
Cooper Flagg is on pace to join elite company with 20+ points, 6+ rebounds, and 4+ assists per game as a teen.
Dallas' return includes Oklahoma City's first-round pick and Golden State's top-20 protected pick in 2030.
Davis was dealt to Washington in a salary-dump after fan unrest and leadership changes in Dallas.
The league views the 2026-27 Mavericks as a team needing time to mature around Flagg.

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Mat Ishbia sank the Suns by chasing superstars. Then he turned Phoenix into winners

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sports3h ago

Mat Ishbia sank the Suns by chasing superstars. Then he turned Phoenix into winners

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Phoenix reshaped leadership by promoting Brian Gregory to GM and hiring Jordan Ott as head coach, signaling a shift from flashy moves to a culture-driven approach.
The Suns moved away from chasing superstars toward building a DNA around grit, two-way players, and maximum effort on both ends.
Owner Mat Ishbia emphasizes culture and alignment, citing his mortgage business’s people-centric approach as the model for the team.
Ott’s hiring combined with Greg ory’s promotion is framed as a long-term plan to emphasize daily prep, film study, and shared accountability.
The article notes the team’s deeper issues, including expensive trades for Durant and Beal and ongoing legal disputes with minority owners.
Despite roster limits and dead money from Beal’s contract, Ishbia asserts a path forward centered on culture and player development.
Ishbia attributes previous missteps to a lack of upfront cultural definition and says a pause to define DNA would have helped.
Booker remains a core asset, with a recent extension and continued emphasis on rebuilding around him within a new framework.
The piece highlights ongoing roster and draft challenges, including the loss of multiple first-round picks in Durant and Beal trades.
Ishbia counters a minority ownership lawsuit by stressing majority control and rejecting settlement as the path forward.

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Zach LaVine vs. Aaron Gordon: 10 years later, it remains the peak of NBA dunk contests

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sports3h ago

Zach LaVine vs. Aaron Gordon: 10 years later, it remains the peak of NBA dunk contests

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LaVine and Gordon delivered a legendary 2016 Dunk Contest that defined elite NBA dunking and remains highly memorable today.
The piece highlights Gordon’s final dunk as among the contest’s most unreal, arguing it should have scored higher.
Harper notes LaVine’s no-prop windmill from the free-throw line as a defining moment of the night.
The article details multiple round-by-round dunks, including Gordon’s ‘Stuff the Magic Dragon’ sequences and the mascot-assisted finishes.
The piece emphasizes the controversy over whether Gordon was robbed of a higher score, while acknowledging LaVine’s consistent excellence.
Harper argues both dunks in the championship round were elite, countering claims of a single winner.
The article recaps the first-round dunks and notes Gordon’s first dunk over Stuff the Magic Dragon and LaVine’s free-throw line alley-oop.
The author points to the 2016 competition as a turning point that influenced how dunk contests are remembered.
The piece suggests revisiting the moment in 2036 for the 20th anniversary of the dunk contest.
The article frames the dunk-off as the ultimate moment of the night, with a debate about whether scores reflected true performance.
The piece lists the dunks that defined the night, including Gordon’s final two-handed, double-pump reverse and LaVine’s windmill variations.

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Inside the access-driven world of NBA players’ personal photographers

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sports3h ago

Inside the access-driven world of NBA players’ personal photographers

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Exclusively embedded photographers accompany players like Jalen Williams, creating intimate behind-the-scenes content.
Access and trust are key as photographers gain informal salaries and housing arrangements with players.
Personal photographers often document years of a player's career, building long-term, trust-based relationships.
Photographers like Merix Alexander, Cameron Look, and Nick Ramos diversify into long-form and brand-building content.
The rise of personal photographers reflects NBA players' growing emphasis on online branding and storytelling.
Look’s work with the James and O’Neal families shows photographers often cover private family moments as part of the brand.
Ramos built a career through long-form YouTube series and live filming of high school to pro athletes.
Photographers balance discretion and access, avoiding leaks of strategic plans or injuries.
The field has evolved into a multi-million-dollar business with brand studios and agents.
Owen’s living arrangement with Williams began during a move to Oklahoma City to support the Thunder and Williams’ career.

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Randle has 41 points and the Timberwolves dominate the Blazers 133-109

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sports5h ago

Randle has 41 points and the Timberwolves dominate the Blazers 133-109

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Randle scored 41 points as Minnesota beat Portland 133-109, ending the Blazers’ three-game win streak.
Randle also grabbed seven rebounds and finished the night with a windmill dunk that energized the crowd.
Jaden McDaniels contributed 21 points for Minnesota, helping fuel the win.
Portland was led by Jrue Holiday with 23 points in the loss.
Shaedon Sharpe was out for Portland with a left calf strain.
Minnesota built a 28-point lead and stretched it to 50-38 in the second, then widened the margin in the third.
Anthony Edwards played despite illness, finishing with 14 points for Minnesota.
The game served as the Blazers’ last before the All-Star break, while Minnesota will host Dallas next.
Minnesota extended its lead with a 16-2 run in the third quarter to pull away.
The Blazers trailed by as many as 28 points in the game.
Portland committed 25 turnovers, hindering their comeback effort.
The game took place at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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