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Publisher:ClutchPointsOutlet infoSep 25, 5:49 PM ET

The Oklahoma City Thunder are bringing back a familiar face ahead of training camp, signing former first-round pick Zhaire Smith to an Exhibit 10 contract. ClutchPoints NBA insider Brett Siegel reported the move Friday via X, formerly known as Twitter. “Zhaire Smith, the 16th pick in the 2018 NBA Draft, has signed an E10 deal […] The post 2018 1st round pick signs E10 deal with Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Publisher:ClutchPointsOutlet infoSep 25, 5:47 PM ET

Analysis

Twin brothers Ausar and Amen Thompson have been closely linked since being drafted by the Rockets and Pistons in the first round of the 2023 NBA Draft. Each signed new contracts recently that have caused comparisons to break out between the talented, athletic forwards. ESPN host Malika Andrews wanted to get to the bottom of […] The post Things get interesting when Amen, Ausar Thompson play who’s better? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Publisher:ClutchPointsOutlet infoSep 25, 7:24 PM ET

The Washington Wizards are optimistic for the 2026-27 season after using the No. 1 overall pick on AJ Dybantsa. With more talent on this year’s roster, general manager Will Dawkins is expecting big things from the team, especially from Dybantsa. While talking with media members on Friday, Dawkins claimed that he expects the 19-year-old forward […] The post Why Wizards’ Will Dawkins expects big strides after adding AJ Dybantsa appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Publisher:ClutchPointsOutlet infoSep 25, 7:02 PM ET

While reluctant to name San Antonio Spurs All-Star Victor Wembanyama the best player, ESPN’s Stephen A Smith believes the reigning Defensive Player of the Year is very close. Smith declared Wembanyama the face of the NBA, dethroning Philadelphia 76ers All-Star LeBron James, and believes there are only two players above him. Smith explained why Wembanyama […] The post Why Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama is a top-3 NBA player, according to Stephen A. Smith appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Publisher:ClutchPointsOutlet infoSep 25, 8:43 PM ET

Analysis

The New York Knicks pivoted after winning their first NBA championship in 53 seasons. The Knicks primary backup center walked to the division rival Boston Celtics. New York replaced much of that production in adding Andre Drummond. But the Knicks weren’t done. They’ve recently signed a gaggle of free agents, including a few relatively high […] The post Which recent additions should make Knicks roster? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Publisher:ClutchPointsOutlet infoSep 25, 10:01 PM ET

Anthony Edwards has a major responsibility on his hands going into the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 2026-27 campaign. Former player Kendrick Perkins certainly has high expectations for the superstar. Edwards has been playing in the NBA since 2020, rising up the ranks to become one of the best players in the entire league. He has elevated Minnesota […] The post Why Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards tops Kendrick Perkins’ under most pressure list appeared first on ClutchPoints.