NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 12, 2026, 10:40 PM ET
Knicks Contract Standoff
The Knicks have tabled espn.com all contract extension talks for Karl-Anthony Towns and Jalen Brunson, a move Towns said was "news to me" and one he described as disappointing. Former Knicks great Carmelo Anthony espn.com backed the decision, arguing the team is right to keep its attention on the season ahead.
Sixers and Warriors Updates
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope emphasized espn.com that the 76ers' success this season will hinge on chemistry and whether players genuinely "like each other." In Golden State, Kristaps Porzingis espn.com is expected to return to the team facility on Tuesday. The Warriors also locked up espn.com guard Brandin Podziemski to a five-year, $110 million extension.
China Games Takeaways
The NBA China Games highlighted the rising profile of Cooper Flagg espn.com, whose leadership and evolving game have made his ascent look increasingly inevitable. Kyrie Irving espn.com made a long-awaited return to the Mavericks, scoring 17 points in his first appearance after 586 days away from the court.
Injury and Preseason Reports
Walker Kessler espn.com is closing in on a preseason debut with the Lakers after completing a full practice following a finger injury. Kings center Maxime Raynaud espn.com avoided a serious injury and will be reevaluated in two weeks.
Throwbacks and Collectibles
The Pacers, Spurs, Nuggets and Nets unveiled espn.com ABA-inspired uniforms and courts, paying homage to the league's milestone history. Off the court, a game-worn, autographed Michael Jordan espn.com road jersey from the 1998 NBA Finals sold for a record $14 million.