NBA Basketball 8-Hour Briefing

Last updated: October 5, 2026, 2:14 PM ET

Celtics & Heat

LeBron James headlined espn.com the 76ers' first training camp scrimmage, with fans packing the stands for an early glimpse of the star. Behind the scenes, team meetings and a private dinner helped sell 'the vision' espn.com of a title run.

Knicks & Timberwolves

Karl-Anthony Towns admitted espn.com the odds "don't look good" for a contract extension before the regular season, casting doubt on a potential deal with the Knicks.

Pistons & Grizzlies

Jalen Duren expressed relief espn.com at returning to the Pistons after a tense negotiation, calling Detroit "home." The Grizzlies waived espn.com guard Jordan Hawkins just three weeks after acquiring him via trade.

Spurs

San Antonio's Tobias Harris will miss espn.com the preseason with a calf strain, a setback for the free-agent addition as the team builds chemistry.