Basketball NewsMonday, Aug 24, 2026

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When the Boston Celtics initially traded for Paul George from the Philadelphia 76ers, Bill Simmons was one of the loudest critics. Many shared his view on the trade, as numerous talking heads and fans alike agreed that it was a bad deal for Boston. However, Simmons has completely changed his mind after admitting he talked […] The post Bill Simmons reveals why he’s ‘talked himself’ into Celtics’ Paul George trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The Boston Celtics have had an eventful offseason, headlined by the trade of Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Paul George and draft picks. While the Celtics still project to be among the top teams in the Eastern Conference this year, the vibes are considerably lower in Boston than they were when […] The post Jayson Tatum’s dad flames Celtics roster with NSFW roast, predicts Knicks repeat appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Analysis

Toughness is one of those NBA words that can mean almost anything until a team is forced to prove it. EVP Joe Dumars has said the word so often this offseason that it has become shorthand for everything the Zion Williamson-era New Orleans Pelicans are trying to fix. They have heard the outside noise. Skepticism […] The post How Zion Williamson’s Pelicans can change ‘toughness’ conversation this season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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For Hall of Fame forward Tracy McGrady, winning an MVP award is more valuable for a player than an NBA championship. Ahead of the 2026-27 season, McGrady has been very vocal about his opinions. From McGrady’s hot take on Allen Iverson’s legacy to how an NBA player values a championship in comparison to a title, […] The post Tracy McGrady reveals why MVPs matter more than winning a championship appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Horace Grant is one of the most beloved and passionate members of the Chicago Bulls family. Thirty-plus years after he wore red and black, Grant remains feverishly enthralled as he was then. That is especially true for this season. The Bulls will look different with new management, new coaching, and a new desire to build […] The post Michael Jordan teammate preaches patience with Bulls’ young core appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rumor

The Lakers’ pursuit of Jonathan Kuminga apparently isn’t dead yet. Los Angeles and Atlanta have resumed discussions on a potential sign-and-trade involving the restricted free agent, according to Kurt Helin of NBC Sports, with guard Jaden Hardy now reportedly among the names being discussed. That’s a change from earlier talks, when Jarred Vanderbilt and his […] The post Lakers, Hawks talking Jonathan Kuminga sign-and-trade again appeared first on Hoops Wire.