Porziņģis sidelined
Kristaps Porziņģis has been ruled out indefinitely by the Golden State Warriors with a health issue and will not travel to the team’s Hawaii training camp. GM Mike Dunleavy provided no timetable; the club said Porziņģis was with the team recently and hopes for a return when cleared.
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LeBron debuts in Philly
LeBron James appeared at Philadelphia 76ers Media Day in a No. 23 Sixers jersey, quipping about removing his name placard and saying he’s ready to contribute. He referenced close ties with Tyrese Maxey and emphasized a win-first mindset as he begins his 24th season in a new uniform.
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Dončić steps up in L.A.
Luka Dončić said he’s prepared to take a clear leadership role for the Los Angeles Lakers after LeBron James’ departure. Speaking at Lakers Media Day, Dončić called the challenge welcome and noted he’s healthy following a hamstring issue, expressing readiness to lead younger teammates this season.
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Randle leans on Kobe’s lessons
Julius Randle told media he draws on lessons learned from Kobe Bryant as he embraces a veteran mentor role with the Brooklyn Nets. Randle reflected on his early career and said sharing experience with younger teammates is a key focus as the Nets open training camp and look toward the season.
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Knicks weigh White House visit
Knicks coach Mike Brown said the 2025-26 champion New York Knicks are still discussing whether to accept a White House visit. Brown said the decision remains internal; the team held its first practice of the new season and did not commit to any public plan for a presidential visit.
Source: The Associated Press
Giannis begins Miami chapter
Giannis Antetokounmpo attended his first Miami Heat Media Day, praising teammate Bam Adebayo and even joking about a viral iguana incident at his new Miami home. Giannis said he admires Bam’s two-way impact and expressed enthusiasm for building chemistry with Miami’s revamped roster this season.
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