NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 7, 2026, 9:38 PM ET
Ownership & Front Office
Embattled Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon vowed to bring a championship to Portland in a message to season-ticket holders. Meanwhile, the five Buss siblings formally filed their opposition against Jeanie Buss over the proposed sale of the family's remaining Lakers shares.
League Business & Europe
Members of the Euro League rejected a formal NBA offer to merge into NBA Europe and will pursue their own expansion plans. The NBA is also testing smart basketballs and referee wrist wearables during the preseason.
Injury Report
The Hornets shut down Coby White for the rest of the preseason after a left calf strain sustained during training camp. The Clippers' Max Strus will be reevaluated in four weeks after a partial tear of the plantar fascia. The 76ers suffered a heavier blow, as backup center Hukporti was diagnosed with a torn Achilles, thinning their frontcourt depth.
Media & Community
Broadcaster Mike Breen apologized Wednesday after LeBron James refuted a story claiming he had called out Joel Embiid. On a happier note, Tyrese Haliburton bought tickets for the student section at his alma mater, Iowa State, to watch the Pacers game.
Season Outlook
ESPN's Basketball Power Index released its projections for the 2026-27 season, ranking all 30 teams and stacking the Finals favorites.