One of the main subjects the documentary explores is Philadelphia's heartbreaking loss to the Atlanta Hawks in Game 7 of the 2021 Eastern Conference semifinals.

Simmons faced intense criticism after passing the ball instead of attempting an open dunk late in the game. The moment quickly became one of the most discussed plays of his career and intensified the pressure surrounding the young star.

"How did I feel? I was like, 'What a piece of 'shit,'" Simmons said in the documentary about his head coach at the time, Doc Rivers.

Simmons added: "When you have a relationship with somebody, and they have your back, I think certain things are supposed to be handled certain ways. But then you also gotta look at it from the side of 'he's got a job.' You know, he's making his money."

"He ain't trying to lose his job or anything like that. So, when times get tough, people start panicking. People throw people under the bus, and that's just, it's just what happened."

Source: https://basketnews.com/news-257527-ben-simmons-used-an-expletive-to-describe-doc-rivers-in-his-new-documentary.html

The New York Knicks are waiving Bruce Brown, sources tell ESPN. James Wiseman is set to make the Knicks regular season roster as a reserve center

https://www.espn.com/contributor/shams-charania/502f1113f1029

Suns owner Matt Ishbia on trading for Kevin Durant in recent quote to CNBC Sports

"I kind of just threw money at the problem... Bringing in super talented players like Kevin Durant doesn't necessarily lead to championships."

Kevin durant then claps back on Twitter:

"#blameKD even though KD stayed on top of his game at 36 and got u back this "culture" you love so much. Aye, Matthew acts like I got arrested for a DUI or sumn. Back to threads 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂"

Matt Ishbia Response:

"You obviously didn't watch the clip. Didn't blame you @Kdtrey5, but am happy with the culture we are building here in Phoenix. We got the right guys and right focus now and are excited for this season

Good luck this season in houston"

Kevin Durant claps back:

"U should be giving Thanks every chance u get. You don't have to pay me an absurd amount of money to play for another team."

Source: https://www.nba.com/blazers/news/trail-blazerswaivejeremy-sochan

It's time for him to learn Chinese?

Kevin Durant's response:

"#blameKD even though KD stayed on top of his game at 36 and got u back this “culture” you love so much. Aye, Matthew acts like I got arrested for a DUI or sumn. Back to threads 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂"

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Shams Charania:

The Philadelphia 76ers are signing 7-foot-6 center Tacko Fall to a two-way NBA contract, sources tell ESPN. Fall enters his fourth NBA season after the 76ers convert his exhibit 10 deal.

https://www.espn.com/contributor/shams-charania

Full quote via X:

#blameKD even though KD stayed on top of his game at 36 and got u back this "culture" you love so much. Aye, Matthew acts like I got arrested for a DUI or sumn. Back to threads

Ishiba's initial comments:

"I kind of just threw money at the problem...Bringing in super talented players like Kevin Durant doesn't necessarily lead to championships."

Valencia Basket, Paris Basketball, Dubai Basketball and PAOK Thessaloniki are reportedly set to become the first four clubs approved as new EuroLeague franchises. According to Encestando, the announcement could come in early November, with the four clubs paying around €300 million in total entry fees.

Valencia and Paris would reportedly pay around €50 million each, Dubai €70 million and PAOK as much as €130 million. The fees could be paid in installments, with the first payment expected in December following final approval. The move would be part of EuroLeague’s long-term plan to generate around €1.2 billion from incoming franchises.

Partizan and Virtus Bologna are also said to have advanced talks, although their financial situations could delay admission. Crvena Zvezda and Hapoel Tel Aviv remain among the leading candidates for a later wave, while Napoli, the two newly created Rome clubs, London Lions, Hapoel Jerusalem and Aris have also reportedly submitted bids.

Source: https://sportando.basketball/en/euroleague-reportedly-set-to-approve-valencia-paris-dubai-and-paok-as-first-new-franchises/

Source: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7697858/2026/10/17/lebron-james-helicopter-commute-comments/

This is not what you want to hear from your leader. For this Sixers team to achieve their ultimate goal of making it out the 2nd round, these guys must be willing to sacrifice.

Source: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50199797/lebron-james-76ers-working-our-rhythm-opener-nears

During a video on his personal YouTube channel Russell detailed that he wants to follow the example of other NBA players, who had associations in China and even exceed their legacy.

"For me, I think what Stephon Marbury did was something that I really want to try to inspire, to be and if not even better, you know, and treat people right on the way, you know, and I think that'll leave my legacy behind in a way that I could never even imagine," he said.

"I thought it was just make it get paid to do it. And now I see it's bigger and it's more inspiring to the next group. You know, there's basketball everywhere. There's opportunity everywhere. You just got to open your eyes and be willing to take what you want. I'm trying to be the biggest ever, bro. Still got a lot of game left in the tank."

Source: https://basketnews.com/news-257560-dangelo-russell-sets-clear-goal-for-playing-in-china.html

Is it safe to say to that Klay Thompson is just having a cold start or should the Heat lower their expectations on Klay Thompson shooting this season? Although he did performed good on defense on some possessions I’ve seen. What’s your thoughts?

From Omari Sankofa, Pistons beat reporter.

https://bsky.app/profile/omarisankofa.bsky.social/post/3mxzj42gdu226

The Athletic's Hunter Patterson equally confirmed he refused to state what the other side of the deal was.