NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing – Oct 19, 2026

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Last updated: October 19, 2026, 10:40 PM ET

Roster Moves

The Milwaukee Bucks waived guard Kevin Porter Jr. on Monday, while the Los Angeles Lakers released 2024 first-round pick Dalton Knecht. The Memphis Grizzlies are reportedly waiving 2025 No. 18 pick Walton Clayton Jr. and Micah Peavy, and the New York Knicks are waiving Bruce Brown while keeping James Wiseman for the opener. The Dallas Mavericks waived center Dwight Powell after a 12-year run with the franchise.

The Charlotte Hornets agreed to a five-year, $209M extension with forward Brandon Miller. The Oklahoma City Thunder signed guard Cason Wallace to a five-year, $139M deal, and the Phoenix Suns extended center Oso Ighodaro for three years and $29M.

Sacramento Kings guard Ben Simmons suffered a torn Achilles tendon and will undergo surgery, ending his season. In Golden State, Stephen Curry tweaked his right ankle in practice, and coach Steve Kerr said the superstar is "fine," with the Warriors expecting him to play against the Lakers.

Kevin Durant fired back at Suns owner Mat Ishbia on social media over how Ishbia framed his tenure in Phoenix.

ESPN has ranked all 30 teams with predictions for the coming campaign, and its experts have made their picks for the East, West and championship.

The Warriors open their season against the Lakers on Wednesday night, with Curry expected to play.