https://swishandnet.com/Basketball, North America. Organised around the game, the season it sits in, and the standings it moves.enhttps://swishandnet.com/news/clippers-re-sign-bradley-56c84b/https://swishandnet.com/news/clippers-re-sign-bradley-56c84b/The Los Angeles Clippers have re-signed Bradley Beal to a two-year deal, signaling their intent to move forward with roster planning despite ongoing NBA investigations into a potential Kawhi Leonard trade with the Toronto Raptors. Beal's return could impact the team's pursuit of restricted free agent Bennedict Mathurin.17 August 2026https://swishandnet.com/news/nba-schedule-key-highlights-d73687/https://swishandnet.com/news/nba-schedule-key-highlights-d73687/The NBA's 2026-27 season schedule is out, featuring surprises like an afternoon Opening Day game, a Christmas reunion for the James family, and a shift in conference power dynamics. The Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics gain national exposure, while Eastern Conference teams face tougher competition.17 August 2026https://swishandnet.com/news/nba-season-schedule-released-1bb4d5/https://swishandnet.com/news/nba-season-schedule-released-1bb4d5/The NBA has released its full regular-season schedule for the 2026-27 season, featuring key dates and matchups for fans to circle on their calendars.17 August 2026https://swishandnet.com/news/lakers-sale-raises-questions-d58aec/https://swishandnet.com/news/lakers-sale-raises-questions-d58aec/The sale of the Los Angeles Lakers to a new ownership group has left many questions about the team's future and the potential for NBA expansion. The new owners, Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, have expressed their intention to honor the agreement made with the previous owner, Mark Walter, but it is unclear how their vision for the team will mesh with the version built by Walter and Jeanie Buss.17 August 2026https://swishandnet.com/news/lebron-james-launches-youtube-523aa3/https://swishandnet.com/news/lebron-james-launches-youtube-523aa3/LeBron James, a future basketball Hall of Famer, has launched his own YouTube golf channel, documenting his journey in the game.16 August 2026https://swishandnet.com/news/nba-hall-fame-tiers-fd497a/https://swishandnet.com/news/nba-hall-fame-tiers-fd497a/CBSSports.com breaks down the current crop of NBA players into tiers, identifying those who are likely to be first-ballot Hall of Famers and those who may have to wait.16 August 2026https://swishandnet.com/news/cavaliers-trade-dennis-schroder-f99b56/https://swishandnet.com/news/cavaliers-trade-dennis-schroder-f99b56/The Cleveland Cavaliers have traded Dennis Schroder and cash to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Tre Mann. The move is seen as a setup for a bigger deal, but the Cavaliers still have work to do to create the necessary space.16 August 2026https://swishandnet.com/news/timberwolves-retire-kevin-garnett-e980eb/https://swishandnet.com/news/timberwolves-retire-kevin-garnett-e980eb/The Minnesota Timberwolves will officially retire Kevin Garnett's jersey number 21 in February, more than 10 years after his retirement. The ceremony will take place on February 28, 2027, when the Boston Celtics visit the Target Center.16 August 2026