NBA Basketball 8-Hour Briefing

Last updated: October 17, 2026, 10:40 PM ET

Knicks Roster Moves

The Knicks are waiving Bruce Brown while keeping James Wiseman on the roster as the season opener approaches.

Lakers Ownership Dispute

Five of the Buss siblings have filed a challenge against Jeanie Buss's petition to remove them as trustees, escalating a family legal fight over control of the franchise.

Suns Ownership Feud

Kevin Durant fired back at Suns owner Mat Ishbia on social media after Ishbia framed Phoenix's tenure in a way Durant rejected.

Wizards Injury Concern

No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa is set to have his ankle checked after leaving the Wizards' preseason finale due to injury.

Sixers Rotation

Joel Embiid insisted that no one will take a back seat on a star-laden Sixers roster, even as VJ Edgecombe sat out Friday night's 125-120 loss to the Celtics.

League Intel

Brian Windhorst shares insight on Karl-Anthony Towns' next contract, expansion plans, and why rival teams are monitoring Orlando.

Fantasy Outlook

The fantasy basketball crew makes its bold predictions, identifying players they view differently from the consensus.

Entertainment Crossover

Steve Lacy drew cheers at a concert with a viral "LeBron, LeBron, LeBron" version of his hit "Oh Yeah?"

Coming Up

The Knicks open their season with Wiseman on the roster, as outlined here. Dybantsa's ankle evaluation is still pending.