SI:AM | Observations From Each NBA Opening Day Game An early tipoff, LeBron James’s Sixers debut and how the Thunder held Victor Wembanyama in check. Sports Illustrated · 8h ago
2026–27 NBA Season Predictions: Finals Picks, Award Winners and Bold Takes SI’s NBA team fills out playoff brackets and picks winners for MVP, Rookie of the Year and more. Plus, bold predictions from each writer. Sports Illustrated · Oct 20
The Steph Curry scare that reveals the NBA’s hidden problem NBA 2026/27 PREVIEW: Curry sparked concern with an injury in practice at the weekend before later being clearer and, as Jack Rathborn writes, remains fundamental both on and off the court for the Warriors and the NBA, as it continues to expand its influence beyond the United States The Independent UK · Oct 20
Welcome to the Ballhalla Blast Powering the Valkyries Through the WNBA Finals Golden State has sold out every home game in its first two seasons, and the unique environment has been a crucial element to the team’s on-court success. Sports Illustrated · Oct 18
NBPA Director David Kelly Q&A: Kawhi Leonard, Second Apron Woes and a Possible Work Stoppage SI spoke with David Kelly, the National Basketball Players Association’s new executive director, about the most pressing topics around the league. Sports Illustrated · Oct 14
Tonga settle on spine for World Cup 'Game of Death' Tonga have named one of the most explosive benches at the World Cup, headed by Leka Halasima, as they prepare to take on England in a blockbuster. AAP · Oct 13
Kids kept Kiwi Clark going through dark NRL days Dual lock of the year Erin Clark opens up to AAP on how his children inspired a career revival from bench player to New Zealand World Cup forward. AAP · Oct 13
Hughes chasing redemption for Kiwis against Australia Jahrome Hughes is channelling the lingering anguish of New Zealand's 2022 World Cup semi-final heartbreak into their opener against their trans-Tasman rivals. AAP · Oct 11
NBA Roundtable: Which Coaches Are Already on the Hot Seat, and Which Teams Will Make a Big Trade? It’s time to hand out some preseason superlatives around The Association. Sports Illustrated · Oct 7
2026 Week 6 Mountain West College Football Previews Stephen Vilardo previews this week's Mountain West matchupes and gives us his game picks. SuperWest Sports · Oct 7
Knights stars to make Kiwis debuts in squad of brutes New Zealand have named four newcomers in their Rugby League World Cup squad, including two Queensland greats who have pledged their allegiance to the Kiwis. AAP · Oct 6
School Board Member's Objection to No-Indigenous-School-Team-Logos Claim Can Proceed as a First Amendment claim, though only as to his own right to wear "Wantagh Warriors"-related gear at games and school functions. Reason · Oct 5
Saifiti boosts Bati forward depth for World Cup Newcastle prop Jacob Saifiti is set to play his first Test for Fiji in nine years after serving his four-game NRL suspension for Newcastle. AAP · Oct 5
‘He Would Want Nothing Less’: Yale QB Turns in Heroic Performance One Day After Death of Father Playing with a heavy heart following his death of his father Tony, Yale’s former coach, Dante Reno dug the Bulldogs out of an early hole in a thrilling comeback win and perfect tribute to his dad. Sports Illustrated · Oct 3
The Guardian - AU · Oct 3 Knights’ tale burns bright but Roosters are built just for NRL’s grand occasion No matter how brilliant Sydney might prove to be on Sunday night, the 2026 grand final will be remembered for Newcastle’s presence in the decider
Sports Illustrated · Oct 3 NBA Rookie of the Year Rankings 1.0: How a Stacked Class Looks Heading Into Preseason Ranking the 2026 NBA rookies ahead of the new season.
Sports Illustrated · Oct 3 Jimmy Butler Trade Market on Kalshi Higher Than Expected Kalshi now leans on the Golden State Warriors to trade Jimmy Butler.
Sports Illustrated · Oct 2 The Four Stats That Will Define the 2026–27 NBA Season—and the Teams That Do Them Best What will the coming NBA season look like? Last year’s stats hold the answer.
AAP · Sep 30 Cleary completes golden set with Dally M triumph Star Penrith halfback Nathan Cleary has claimed the cherished honour that had long eluded him, the Dally M Medal, in comfortable fashion.
Sports Illustrated · Sep 29 One Thought on All 30 NBA Teams Heading Into Training Camp As training camp begins Tuesday, Sports Illustrated bounces around the NBA for observations on each team.
AAP · Sep 29 Klein snubbed for grand final day as Gee takes whistle The NRL grand final will be an Ashley Klein-free zone after the match officials for the clash between Sydney Roosters and Newcastle were announced.
Sports Illustrated · Sep 26 Top 10 Highest-Paid Players in NBA History Steph Curry now tops this list after agreeing to sign a two-year, $116 million contract extension with the Warriors.
AAP · Sep 25 How Knights hero shook off Andrew Johns comparisons Phoenix Crossland was weighed down by Andrew Johns comparisons as a teen. Now free from pressure at hooker, he has become a key cog for Newcastle.
Sports Illustrated · Sep 25 NBA Roundtable: Which Team Had the Best Offseason, and Which Moves Just Don’t Make Sense? Sports Illustrated’s NBA experts weigh in on the biggest topics around the league heading into training camp.
AAP · Sep 25 Penrith must mind the age gap to stop evergreen Gagai Penrith's Casey McLean knows he has a job on his hands to contain ageless Newcastle centre Dane Gagai.