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Last updated: September 5, 2026, 10:16 PM ET

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The NBA’s punishment of the Clippers for cap circumvention drew immediate comparisons to Minnesota’s 2000 sanctions, a precedent that crippled the Timberwolves for years. Brian Windhorst argues Los Angeles should accept the penalty and pivot quickly, and the history lesson shows how the roster could be affected.

With the offseason buzzing, ESPN ranked the top rivalries for 2026-27, highlighting playoff rematches and new star clashes that have elevated the league’s feistiest conflicts.

In Orlando, new coach Sweeney faces the challenge of unlocking the Magic’s young core, with the season preview examining roster moves and the big three’s ceiling. The Windhorst analysis suggests the Clippers would be wise to change course fast, while the rivalry rankings also note how a competitive postseason has fueled these matchups.