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The Las Vegas Aces and Indiana Fever gave us one of the best WNBA games of the season Thursday night, and it came down to the biggest moments from one of the league's biggest stars.

From the opening tip, both teams brought playoff-level intensity. Defense was the story for much of the night, with every possession feeling important as the game remained close. The Fever leaned on the trio of Kelsey Mitchell, Aliyah Boston, and Caitlin Clark, while the Aces answered behind Jackie Young, A'ja Wilson, and Tiffany Mitchell Smith, setting up an unforgettable finish.

When it looked like Indiana had done enough to protect home court, Chelsea Gray reminded everyone why she's one of the most clutch guards in basketball.

With the game on the line in regulation, Gray buried a deep three-pointer at the buzzer to force overtime. Then, after another back-and-forth battle in the extra period, she did it again—knocking down another game-winning three at the buzzer to give Las Vegas an incredible 86-84 road victory.

Jackie Young and A'ja Wilson continued to make winning plays throughout the comeback, while Indiana received strong performances from Mitchell, Boston, and Clark. Despite the loss, the Fever showed why they're one of the WNBA's rising contenders, matching the defending champions possession for possession for most of the night.

But this game belonged to Chelsea Gray.

The "Point Gawd" delivered two of the biggest shots of the WNBA season, proving once again that when the pressure is highest, she's one of the players you want with the basketball.

If this matchup is a preview of what's to come later this season, WNBA fans are in for an incredible finish.

The Philadelphia 76ers are going to be one of the most fascinating teams to watch this season.

After adding LeBron James and Jaylen Brown, Philly suddenly has one of the deepest and most talented rosters in the NBA.

Here's how I think the starting lineup could look:

🏀 LeBron James 🏀 Tyrese Maxey 🏀 VJ Edgecombe 🏀 Jaylen Brown 🏀 Joel Embiid

That's a lineup with size, defense, athleticism, playmaking, and plenty of scoring.

LeBron can control the offense, Maxey can focus on doing what he does best as a scorer, Brown gives them another elite two-way star, and VJ Edgecombe gets the chance to learn while playing alongside four established stars. Then you have Joel Embiid anchoring everything in the middle.

But what really makes this team dangerous is the depth.

You've got Anfernee Simons coming off the bench to provide instant offense, Dean Wade adding versatility in the frontcourt, rookie Labaron Philon waiting for his opportunity, and veteran Kentavious Caldwell-Pope bringing championship experience and perimeter defense. That's the kind of depth contenders need over an 82-game season.

The only thing that keeps me from saying this team is the clear favorite?

Joel Embiid's health.

That's been the biggest question surrounding Philadelphia for years. The good news is that Embiid is expected to enter the season healthy, and if he stays on the court, I think this team has everything it needs to make a serious run through the Eastern Conference.

Even if Embiid misses stretches, this roster is built much differently than past Sixers teams. It gives younger players like VJ Edgecombe and Labaron Philon chances to grow while veterans keep the team afloat.

This isn't just a top-heavy roster anymore.

It's a complete basketball team.

The East is going to have its hands full.

One thing about Team USA... they're never short on talent.

USA Basketball officially announced its roster for the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup, and this group is absolutely loaded.

🇺🇸 2026 Team USA Roster

🏀 Aliyah Boston 🏀 Paige Bueckers 🏀 Caitlin Clark 🏀 Napheesa Collier 🏀 Kahleah Copper 🏀 Chelsea Gray 🏀 Rhyne Howard 🏀 Kelsey Plum 🏀 Angel Reese 🏀 Breanna Stewart 🏀 A'ja Wilson 🏀 Jackie Young

It's hard to find a weakness on this roster.

You've got former MVPs, WNBA champions, elite defenders, some of the best playmakers in the game, and the next generation of stars all wearing the same jersey.

Seeing players like Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Paige Bueckers, and Aliyah Boston share the court with veterans like A'ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, Chelsea Gray, and Kahleah Copper is going to make this one of the most exciting international tournaments we've seen in years.

If this team plays to its potential, they're going to be extremely difficult to beat.

The rest of the world has its work cut out for them.

Who do you think will be Team USA's biggest difference-maker at the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup?

NBA G League Tryouts 2026: How One Open Tryout Can Change a Basketball Player's Future

Not every NBA player takes the same path.

Some are lottery picks. Others hear their name called late in the draft. And then there are the players who have to fight for every opportunity they get.

That's what makes NBA G League open tryouts so exciting.

As teams begin hosting tryouts throughout August and September, players from all over the country will have the chance to compete for training camp invitations and keep their professional basketball dreams alive.

The G League has become one of the best places for talent to develop, and every season we see players turn those opportunities into NBA careers.

One recent example is Daniss Jenkins. After spending time developing with the Motor City Cruise, he earned meaningful NBA minutes and was even part of a second-round playoff starting lineup. That's the kind of journey that reminds every player chasing the dream that hard work and the right opportunity can change everything.

Open tryouts aren't guarantees—but they are opportunities.

Whether you're coming from college basketball, overseas, another professional league, or you've simply been waiting for your chance, every tryout is another opportunity to prove you belong.

2026 NBA G League Open Tryouts

🏀 Grand Rapids Gold — August 30

🏀 Raptors 905 — September 12

🏀 Motor City Cruise — September 13

🏀 Valley Suns — Dates announced by the organization

Registration typically ranges from $150–$300, and players who impress coaches can earn invitations to official training camp.

The next NBA success story might not be a top draft pick.

It might be someone walking into an open tryout this summer with everything to prove.

🏀 Keep working. Keep believing. Your opportunity might be one workout away.

The Minnesota Timberwolves are going to be one of the teams everyone is watching this season—and for good reason.

Just look at this projected lineup:

🏀 LaMelo Ball 🏀 Anthony Edwards 🏀 Ayo Dosunmu 🏀 Jaden McDaniels 🏀 Rudy Gobert

That's a starting five with scoring, defense, size, athleticism, and one of the best young superstars in basketball.

LaMelo Ball gives Minnesota a true floor general who can speed up the offense and create easy shots for everyone around him. Pairing his passing with Anthony Edwards' explosive scoring ability has the potential to make one of the most entertaining backcourts in the NBA.

Anthony Edwards keeps getting better every year, and this could be another huge step in his career. With defenses having to respect LaMelo's playmaking, Ant should have even more room to attack and dominate.

Ayo Dosunmu brings toughness, hustle, and versatility. Every contender needs players willing to do the little things, and Ayo fits that role perfectly.

Jaden McDaniels is still one of the league's most underrated defenders. His length and ability to guard multiple positions make him an important piece of Minnesota's identity.

Then there's Rudy Gobert, who continues to anchor the defense with his rebounding and rim protection. Whether people love him or not, his impact on that end of the floor can't be ignored.

Will this lineup win the Western Conference? That remains to be seen. But one thing is clear: the Timberwolves have enough talent to make life difficult for every team they face.

If everything clicks, don't be surprised to see Minnesota right in the middle of the championship conversation.

What do you think? Are the Timberwolves a true contender this season, or is there another team coming out of the West?

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Yais World Sports Media

🚨 THE NBA LANDSCAPE HAS CHANGED FOREVER 🚨

The league went absolutely crazy with blockbuster moves 🔥🏀

Here are some of the biggest trades:

👑 LeBron James + Jaylen Brown ➡️ 76ers

🦌 Giannis Antetokounmpo ➡️ Heat

🍀 Paul George + Mitchell Robinson ➡️ Celtics

🔥 Tyler Herro ➡️ Bucks

⚡ Ja Morant ➡️ Trail Blazers

🌟 LaMelo Ball ➡️ Timberwolves

🏀 Brandon Ingram ➡️ Clippers

💪 Julius Randle ➡️ Nets

🛡️ Marcus Smart ➡️ Rockets

🔥 Naz Reid ➡️ Hornets

🏀 John Collins ➡️ Pistons

💎 Lu Dort ➡️ Hawks

🌟 Tobias Harris ➡️ Spurs

☀️ Miles Bridges ➡️ Suns

💜 Quentin Grimes ➡️ Lakers

The NBA just created a completely new championship race 👀

Who won the offseason? Who made the worst move?

Drop your thoughts 🏀🔥