NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 13, 2026, 5:30 AM ET
Cooper Flagg and the Rising Star Narrative
Cooper Flagg's ascension is starting to feel inevitable, as the NBA China Games showcased his evolving game and growing leadership.
Knicks Contract Talks
Former Knicks great Carmelo Anthony endorsed the team's decision to halt extension discussions and focus on the season. Karl-Anthony Towns, however, publicly voiced disappointment after the team announced it was tabling all extension talks, calling the news "news to me."
Sixers and Warriors Updates
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope argued that Philadelphia's success this season hinges on chemistry, with players needing to genuinely like one another. In Golden State, veteran center Kristaps Porzingis is expected back at the team facility on Tuesday.
Mavericks and Lakers Preseason
Kyrie Irving made his long-awaited return to the court in Dallas' China preseason game, scoring 17 points in his first appearance. Meanwhile, Walker Kessler nears his preseason debut for the Lakers after completing a full practice following a finger injury.
Injury Report
Kings second-year center Maxime Raynaud avoided a serious injury and will be reevaluated in two weeks.
Throwback Uniforms and Memorabilia
The Pacers, Spurs, Nuggets and Nets unveiled ABA-inspired uniforms and courts honoring the league's milestone ABA anniversary. A game-worn Michael Jordan road jersey from the 1998 NBA Finals sold for a record $14 million, setting a new benchmark for sports memorabilia.
Warriors Extension
Golden State locked up guard Brandin Podziemski on a five-year, $110 million extension.