NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 14, 2026, 11:42 PM ET
Free Agency & Contracts
The Celtics are moving to lock up depth, agreeing to a two-year, $44.2 million extension for guard Payton Pritchard. In New York, Carmelo Anthony backed the Knicks' decision to pause contract talks and keep their focus on the season ahead.
Record Memorabilia
A game-worn, autographed Michael Jordan road jersey from the 1998 NBA Finals sold for a record $14 million, a new benchmark for sports memorabilia.
Preseason Watch
Lakers center Walker Kessler impressed in his preseason debut, as Redick stressed that the team must be "relentless." Kessler had closed in on his debut after a full practice following a finger injury. In Golden State, Kristaps Porzingis is expected back at the Warriors' facility on Tuesday.
Contenders & Rebuilders
Coming off a surprise Finals run, the Spurs face a tougher road back to the championship stage this season. ESPN's ranking of the league's most desperate teams, from 1 to, identifies which clubs must win immediately given their current cores. Meanwhile, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope argued that the 76ers' success hinges on chemistry, with players "liking each other."
Draft & Fantasy Outlook
Cooper Flagg's rise looks increasingly inevitable, with Windhorst pointing to his growth at the NBA China Games. In fantasy circles, the latest points league mock draft saw Demin and Buzelis climb while Boozer slipped. to the rookie class, analysts are highlighting the rookies to target in fantasy drafts this season.