Victor Wembanyama has been medically cleared to return to the San Antonio Spurs for the 2025-26 NBA season after recovering from deep vein thrombosis, which sidelined him for the last two months of the previous season. As a highly productive talent, he aims to lead the Spurs out of a six-year postseason drought, bolstered by recent roster moves and young talent acquisitions.
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant emphasized that his passion for basketball drives him, not the desire for fame or to be labeled as one of the NBA's "Faces." He expressed that while he appreciates the recognition, he does not seek the pressures that come with such titles, preferring to focus solely on playing the game he loves. Want More Context? 🔎
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The Houston Rockets plan to petition the NBA for a Disabled Player Exception (DPE) for Fred VanVleet, which would allow them to access $12.5 million of his $25 million salary if deemed likely to miss the season. However, the team currently lacks the cap space to utilize this exception, though they prefer to have it available for potential future use. Want More Context? 🔎
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Brandon Miller will miss his second consecutive game due to a shoulder subluxation, sustained during the second quarter of the Hornets' recent loss to the Sixers. He is scheduled for re-evaluation on October 29 after the team's road trip. Want More Context? 🔎
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