Julien Burke

Roster construction takes center stage in Cleveland after a run to the Eastern Conference finals, a blockbuster trade for James Harden, and a $273 million extension for Donovan Mitchell. Here's a breakdown of the Cavaliers' projected starting five, full depth chart and the storylines shaping the 2026-2027 season as the team navigates life above the NBA's second luxury tax apron.

Hornets' offseason overhaul signals a strategic shift — GM Jeff Peterson has dismantled the Ball-Bridges era to build a deeper, more versatile roster, though Brandon Miller's shoulder injury casts a long shadow over Charlotte's ambitions heading into 2026-2027.

Silver medal for the Bleuettes after a difficult final against Spain — France's U18 women's national team, undefeated heading into the gold medal game, was overwhelmed 82-44 by a dominant Spanish side in Stockholm, yet still claimed the program's 15th podium in the last 16 editions of the EuroBasket U18 Women.

Five players who have stood out in Stockholm — from a dominant Croatian center bound for UConn to Spain's UCLA-bound swingman — these are the prospects making noise at the FIBA U18 Women's EuroBasket 2026 before the semi-finals tip off.

Brown breaks his silence on joining the Philadelphia 76ers — the Boston Celtics trade, the Bronny James controversy and what it means to become LeBron's teammate. The two stars are set to share the floor in Philadelphia for the 2026-2027 season.

WNBA - Seattle Storm co-owner Celeste Keaton has been fined and suspended for five home games by the WNBA following a heated exchange with fans who brought signs supporting Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham into Climate Pledge Arena. The league confirmed the sanctions Thursday, one day after the Storm issued a public apology.