ORLANDO — The NBA is a brutal business. It rewards results, not intentions. Every October brings optimism — fresh faces, bold talk, and renewed belief. But one week into the season, that optimism can vanish fast. Four teams already look directionless, and their head coaches could soon start the list of coaches fired in 2025. Four Coaches Predicted To Be Shown The Door After … [Read more...] about Four Coaches Predicted To Be Fired After Disappointing Starts
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Albertie’s 2026 NBA Lottery Mock Draft (Halloween Edition)
Only a few days remain before the tip-off of the 2025-26 NCAA men’s basketball season. In preparation for one of the most highly anticipated seasons in NCAA history, Last Word on Sports has prepared a mock 2026 NBA Draft (lottery only). Important to note, though the 2025-26 NBA season has already begun, the order of this mock draft isn’t based on current standings. Instead, it … [Read more...] about Albertie’s 2026 NBA Lottery Mock Draft (Halloween Edition)
2025-26 NBA Season: 15 Early Trade Candidates
Although the 2025-26 NBA season has just begun, there are quite a few players that look like early trade candidates. In fact, a few of these players have already had their names in rumors. Others have expiring contracts, a category of players that always draws attention on the trade market. Let’s take a look at 15 hoopers who could be moved ahead of this season’s trade … [Read more...] about 2025-26 NBA Season: 15 Early Trade Candidates
Lakers Notes: Luka, Reaves, Ayton, Kleber, LaRavia, Smart
Lakers guards Luka Doncic (lower left leg contusion injury management) and Austin Reaves (right groin soreness) have been ruled out for Monday’s contest in Portland, as Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com relays. It’s the second night of a back-to-back for Los Angeles, which defeated Miami on Sunday to improve to 5-2 on the season. Doncic missed three games last week due to the leg … [Read more...] about Lakers Notes: Luka, Reaves, Ayton, Kleber, LaRavia, Smart
Kings To Sign Precious Achiuwa
The Kings have reached an agreement with free agent forward/center Precious Achiuwa on a one-year, minimum-salary contract, reports Shams Charania of ESPN. According to Charania, Sacramento is expected to waive second-year forward Isaac Jones in order to make room on the roster for Achiuwa. NBA insider Jake Fischer first reported on Monday that the Kings were eyeing Achiuwa, … [Read more...] about Kings To Sign Precious Achiuwa