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Elsewhere, Byron Scott predicted the defending champions won't repeat, the Grizzlies waived a 2023 lottery pick a month after trading for him, and the Pelicans announced their 2026-27 broadcast plans."},{"id":918371,"platform":"google","region":"AU","title":"nba","last_rank":9,"last_seen":"2026-10-06T03:20:48.137273Z","summary":"The NBA preseason is underway, drawing attention across multiple countries. Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler sat out the Los Angeles Lakers' preseason opener against the Sacramento Kings, while highly touted rookies including Darryn Peterson made their early debuts. Separately, New York Knicks fans criticised $1,000 ticket prices for the season opener, prompting Madison Square Garden to pause sales and cut prices."},{"id":913128,"platform":"google","region":"CA","title":"nba","last_rank":10,"last_seen":"2026-10-06T02:35:46.566018Z","summary":"The NBA is drawing heavy global attention during its pre-season period. Tyrese Maxey is sitting out Monday's game for rest, while LeBron James raised eyebrows by wearing number 9 at a scrimmage, prompting discussion about the choice. Analysts are also comparing defensive pairings such as Toronto's duo against Miami's stars. Trending searches span Canada, Brazil, India, Japan, Spain, Italy, Australia, Germany and the UK."},{"id":1052741,"platform":"google","region":"IN","title":"nba","last_rank":8,"last_seen":"2026-10-05T03:50:47.190322Z","summary":"Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia has moved to reassure fans, saying the troubles at his mortgage company United Wholesale Mortgage will not affect the NBA franchise. His comments come as the team's ownership situation draws attention across sports media, with coverage from ESPN adding to wider discussion among basketball followers."},{"id":1043676,"platform":"google","region":"JP","title":"nba","last_rank":10,"last_seen":"2026-10-05T03:50:47.190322Z","summary":"NBA talk centres on injuries ahead of the new season. 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