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76ers star James Harden says he has 'lost trust' in Daryl Morey, front office

76ers star James Harden says he has 'lost trust' in Daryl Morey, front office

CAMDEN, N.J. (AP) — Philadelphia 76ers star James Harden remained steadfast that his fractured relationship with the front office can't be repaired. Harden has yet to play in the preseason.
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Thunder GM Presti: Hamilton's Gilgeous-Alexander is a 'professor' — like Neil Peart

Thunder GM Presti: Hamilton's Gilgeous-Alexander is a 'professor' — like Neil Peart

MONTREAL — At first glance there does not seem to be a lot in common between Canadian basketball star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and legendary drummer Neil Peart of Rush.
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Marcus Smart is marveling at the Grizzlies' defensive mindset. He thinks they can be NBA's best

Marcus Smart is marveling at the Grizzlies' defensive mindset. He thinks they can be NBA's best

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Marcus Smart sees no reason why the Grizzlies can't be the NBA's best defensive team this season. It's not just bold talk from a brash player. Smart knows exactly why Memphis traded for him in June.
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Mikal Bridges scores 23 points, Nets beat Maccabi Ra’anana of Israel 135-103

Mikal Bridges scores 23 points, Nets beat Maccabi Ra’anana of Israel 135-103

NEW YORK (AP) — Mikal Bridges hit six 3-pointers and scored 23 points to help, Harry Giles III had 16 points and 10 rebounds and the Brooklyn Nets beat Maccabi Ra’anana of Israel 135-103 on Thursday night in preseason play.
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Gilgeous-Alexander praises Montreal crowd: 'The NBA should put a team here'

Gilgeous-Alexander praises Montreal crowd: 'The NBA should put a team here'

MONTREAL — It's safe to say Montreal basketball fans have left an impression on the Oklahoma City Thunder.
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An Israeli team begins a tour against NBA teams, believing games provide hope during a war at home

An Israeli team begins a tour against NBA teams, believing games provide hope during a war at home

NEW YORK (AP) — Yehu Orland wore a shirt honoring a close friend who was killed two days earlier defending Israel, and cried a little Thursday night when his country's national anthem played before a game in Brooklyn.
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Rockets' Dillon Brooks fined $25,000 for reckless hit on Pacers' Theis

Rockets' Dillon Brooks fined $25,000 for reckless hit on Pacers' Theis

NEW YORK — The NBA has fined Houston Rockets guard-forward Dillon Brooks US$25,000 for recklessly making contact with Indiana Pacers centre Daniel Theis.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges faces more domestic allegations, clouding his future on and off the court

Hornets' Miles Bridges faces more domestic allegations, clouding his future on and off the court

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Hornets forward Miles Bridges’ latest legal issues have clouded his future on and off the basketball court .
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Payton Pritchard leads Boston in scoring again and Celtics beat 76ers for second time in four days

Payton Pritchard leads Boston in scoring again and Celtics beat 76ers for second time in four days

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Payton Pritchard scored 17 points to lead Boston in scoring for a third straight preseason game and the Celtics beat the Philadelphia 76ers for the second time in four days, 112-101 on Wednesday night.
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Nets coach Vaughn says team from Israel wants to play exhibition game Thursday despite war at home

Nets coach Vaughn says team from Israel wants to play exhibition game Thursday despite war at home

NEW YORK (AP) — Nets coach Jacque Vaughn said their opponent from Israel still wants to play an exhibition game Thursday night in Brooklyn, days after the country was attacked by Hamas militants .
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