NBA Basketball 24 Hours

Last updated: September 17, 2026, 6:03 AM ET

NBA Team Outlook

ESPN's NBA insiders have stacked all 30 franchises for the seasons ahead, projecting how each roster looks in 2026-27 and even 2029. The exercise highlights the Thunder and Spurs as the teams best positioned for sustained contention, while several rebuilding clubs face long roads back to relevance.

Knicks & Celtics Moves

New York agreed to a one-year deal with veteran free agent John Konchar, adding defensive depth on the wing. In Boston, Paul George said he is ready to prove himself in the wake of the controversial trade that sent Jaylen Brown elsewhere, acknowledging Celtics fans' lingering frustration over the move.

Clippers Penalty Fallout

NBA commissioner Adam Silver said the league reviewed similar cases before imposing penalties on the Clippers, arguing the situation demanded "competitive consequences." Silver's comments closed the book on an investigation that had hung over the franchise for months.

WNBA & Phoenix

Sophie Cunningham confirmed she has talked with Silver about the soon-to-be-vacant WNBA commissioner's job, signaling her interest in the role. Meanwhile, the Suns are adding center depth by signing free agent Duop Reath, a move made in the wake of Mark Williams' injury.

Betting Threats & Fantasy

The NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS and their players' unions are jointly urging state action against escalating threats from bettors, calling for lifetime bans and tougher penalties. For fantasy managers, updated roto and category rankings are out, with Tyrese Haliburton among the names jockeying for the No. 1 spot.

Brooklyn's Rebuild

The Nets' offseason and 2026-27 preview asks whether Brooklyn can build on its young core, recapping the roster moves and the Julius Randle trade as the franchise eyes a return to contention.