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The Denver Nuggets are on a two-game losing streak after losses to the Thunder and Timberwolves, but Jamal Murray is undeterred. The team has been beset by injuries to several key players, including Nikola Jokic, who had been sidelined for 16 games with a hyperextended left knee before returning. Still, the Nuggets found a way […] The post Jamal Murray makes guarantee as Aaron Gordon, Peyton Watson near injury returns appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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The Washington Wizards have gone full steam ahead on their tanking efforts this season, with trade acquisitions Trae Young and Anthony Davis both out of the lineup with apparent injuries. Young was brought in by the team from the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert, with the hope being that he, […] The post Wizards rumors: What Marc Stein is hearing about Trae Young’s injury return, contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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While about six or seven teams continue to rest players due to “injuries” and throw in the towel on the season in hopes of securing a high draft pick via the NBA Draft Lottery in May, there are a handful of teams near the top of the NBA power rankings who are solidifying themselves as […] The post ClutchPoints’ 2025-26 NBA Power Rankings Week 19: Hornets rising, Warriors suffering without Stephen Curry appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Publisher:ClutchPointsOutlet infoMar 2, 12:52 PM ET

As Dallas Mavericks forward Khris Middleton plans to stay with the team, it came after some questions regarding the next chapter in the veteran’s NBA journey. While Middleton’s future with the Mavericks was talked about, especially heading into the buyout market, this NBA insider goes into why the 34-year-old decided to stay where he is, […] The post NBA rumors: Why Khris Middleton turned down Nuggets opportunity to stick with Mavericks appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Dallas Mavericks pillar Cooper Flagg has missed the last seven games with a foot injury, leaving his Rookie of the Year prospects in serious doubt heading into the final seven weeks of the season. A Tuesday night road matchup versus the Charlotte Hornets would give him the opportunity to outdo former Duke roommate Kon Knueppel, […] The post Mavericks rumors: Cooper Flagg nears return, but unlikely to play vs. Kon Knueppel appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Publisher:ClutchPointsOutlet infoMar 2, 1:10 PM ET

The Los Angeles Lakers have righted the ship over the last two games with blowout victories over the Golden State Warriors and the Sacramento Kings. During Sunday’s win over Sacramento, Luka Doncic led the way for the Lakers with 28 points to go along with five rebounds and nine assists. In recent weeks, the Lakers […] The post Lakers’ Luka Doncic roasts Rui Hachimura for LeBron James copycat attempt appeared first on ClutchPoints .