The Eastern Conference spent the offseason adding stars, creating contenders and generally making everyone’s path to June more difficult. Peyton Watson sounds delighted. “It’s a party in the East, dog,” the new Cavaliers forward said during his introductory press conference. The reigning champion Knicks remain loaded. LeBron James and Jaylen Brown joined Joel Embiid in […] The post Cavs’ Peyton Watson on loaded Eastern Conference: ‘It’s a party in the East, dog’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.
The Eastern Conference spent the offseason adding stars, creating contenders and generally making everyone’s path to June more difficult. Peyton Watson sounds delighted. “It’s a party in the East, dog,” the new Cavaliers forward said during his introductory press conference. The reigning champion Knicks remain loaded. LeBron James and Jaylen Brown joined Joel Embiid in […] The post Cavs’ Peyton Watson on loaded Eastern Conference: ‘It’s a party in the East, dog’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.
Veteran guard DeMar DeRozan knows he's getting closer to the end of his career, but it means a lot that a perennial contender like the Denver Nuggets still wanted him following his departure from the Sacramento Kings.
Veteran guard DeMar DeRozan knows he's getting closer to the end of his career, but it means a lot that a perennial contender like the Denver Nuggets still wanted him following his departure from the Sacramento Kings.
Adam Mares of DNVR and the All-NBA pod joins to discuss a pivotal season in Denver. We look back on what went wrong for the Nuggets in their brutal loss to the Wolves after a promising season, and how the new version of the team addresses those issues. What do we expect from newcomer DeMar DeRozan and how will David Adelman deploy him? Plus, why Jokic didn't extend, and Adam invokes geopolitics as he discusses whether the Nuggets would ever consider trading Jokic. Finally, we discuss how the ...
Adam Mares of DNVR and the All-NBA pod joins to discuss a pivotal season in Denver. We look back on what went wrong for the Nuggets in their brutal loss to the Wolves after a promising season, and how the new version of the team addresses those issues. What do we expect from newcomer DeMar DeRozan and how will David Adelman deploy him? Plus, why Jokic didn't extend, and Adam invokes geopolitics as he discusses whether the Nuggets would ever consider trading Jokic. Finally, we discuss how the ...
The Denver Nuggets lost a key piece of their team this offseason after Peyton Watson’s departure to the Cleveland Cavaliers via sign-and-trade. As a restricted free agent, the Nuggets could have matched any offer Watson received, but opted not to re-sign the young wing. Nuggets veteran forward Aaron Gordon had grown close with Watson the […] The post Why Aaron Gordon will miss ‘brother’ Peyton Watson leaving for Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Denver Nuggets lost a key piece of their team this offseason after Peyton Watson’s departure to the Cleveland Cavaliers via sign-and-trade. As a restricted free agent, the Nuggets could have matched any offer Watson received, but opted not to re-sign the young wing. Nuggets veteran forward Aaron Gordon had grown close with Watson the […] The post Why Aaron Gordon will miss ‘brother’ Peyton Watson leaving for Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Nuggets’ 2026 playoff run ended disappointingly quickly, with the team losing in six games to the Timberwolves in the first round. One reason the team struggled to gain traction was the absence of their Swiss Army Knife forward, Aaron Gordon. Gordon played just three games in that series and only reached 30 minutes in […]
The Nuggets’ 2026 playoff run ended disappointingly quickly, with the team losing in six games to the Timberwolves in the first round. One reason the team struggled to gain traction was the absence of their Swiss Army Knife forward, Aaron Gordon. Gordon played just three games in that series and only reached 30 minutes in […]
Rockets general manager Rafael Stone spent nearly two weeks in Türkiye this summer visiting with All-Star center Alperen Sengun, writes Matt Young of The Houston Chronicle (subscriber link). “It was a great experience,” Stone said on Friday. “I loved the country. Truly beautiful, really nice, sweet people.” According to Young, Stone’s trip was the result […]
Rockets general manager Rafael Stone spent nearly two weeks in Türkiye this summer visiting with All-Star center Alperen Sengun, writes Matt Young of The Houston Chronicle (subscriber link). “It was a great experience,” Stone said on Friday. “I loved the country. Truly beautiful, really nice, sweet people.” According to Young, Stone’s trip was the result […]
Rockets Alperen Sengun wanted Rockets general manager Rafael Stone to communicate more. Stone responded by spending nearly two weeks with him in Türkiye. As Matt Young of the Houston Chronicle relayed, Sengun challenged Stone during their postseason conversations. “You’re always around, but I want to hear from you more: Good, bad or ugly,” Stone recalled […] The post NBA Notes: Rockets, Alperen Sengun, Nuggets, Nikola Jokic, Magic appeared first on Hoops Wire.
Nikola Jokic has faced virtually every type of defensive strategy during his NBA career, and the Denver Nuggets center believes several opponents present different challenges. When asked who defends him best, Jokic initially gave a simple answer: “Everyone.” He then explained that Ivica Zubac and Jusuf Nurkic are particularly difficult matchups because of their physical […] The post Nikola Jokic names toughest NBA defenders appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
Nikola Jokic has faced virtually every type of defensive strategy during his NBA career, and the Denver Nuggets center believes several opponents present different challenges. When asked who defends him best, Jokic initially gave a simple answer: “Everyone.” He then explained that Ivica Zubac and Jusuf Nurkic are particularly difficult matchups because of their physical […] The post Nikola Jokic names toughest NBA defenders appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
Nikola Jokic will carry a heavy load once again in the upcoming season, as the Denver Nuggets lost key players in Peyton Watson, Tim Hardaway Jr., Jonas Valanciunas, and Bruce Brown. The Nuggets are seeking redemption after suffering a first-round exit in last season’s playoffs at the hands of the Minnesota Timberwolves. After their elimination, […] The post Nikola Jokic’s opinion of Rudy Gobert’s defense will turn heads appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Nikola Jokic will carry a heavy load once again in the upcoming season, as the Denver Nuggets lost key players in Peyton Watson, Tim Hardaway Jr., Jonas Valanciunas, and Bruce Brown. The Nuggets are seeking redemption after suffering a first-round exit in last season’s playoffs at the hands of the Minnesota Timberwolves. After their elimination, […] The post Nikola Jokic’s opinion of Rudy Gobert’s defense will turn heads appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Derik Queen is apparently still familiar with the scouting reports prior to being selected with the No. 13 pick in the 2025 NBA draft by the New Orleans Pelicans.
Derik Queen is apparently still familiar with the scouting reports prior to being selected with the No. 13 pick in the 2025 NBA draft by the New Orleans Pelicans.
New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen is looking to build on his impressive stint in his rookie year, which earned him a spot on the All-Rookie Second Team. Queen displayed his all-around acumen at such a young age, even drawing comparisons to Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic. The 21-year-old pivot could see more opportunities in […] The post Pelicans’ Derik Queen hilariously claps back at worried fan appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The days of LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant winning MVP trophies are behind us. Flash forward five years, and even the likes of Nikola Jokic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Luka Doncic will likely have aged out of the MVP race.
The days of LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant winning MVP trophies are behind us. Flash forward five years, and even the likes of Nikola Jokic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Luka Doncic will likely have aged out of the MVP race.
September 8: DeRozan has officially signed with the Nuggets, per the NBA’s transaction log. August 21: Free agent forward DeMar DeRozan plans to sign with the Nuggets, reports Chris Haynes of NBA on Prime and NBA TV (via Twitter). DeRozan, who turned 37 years old earlier this month, became a free agent in July after his […]
September 8: DeRozan has officially signed with the Nuggets, per the NBA’s transaction log. August 21: Free agent forward DeMar DeRozan plans to sign with the Nuggets, reports Chris Haynes of NBA on Prime and NBA TV (via Twitter). DeRozan, who turned 37 years old earlier this month, became a free agent in July after his […]
The Denver Nuggets have officially signed veteran guard DeMar DeRozan after the sides reached an agreement last month. The move adds a six-time All-Star and proven scorer to a Nuggets roster led by Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and Aaron Gordon. NBA insider Marc Stein shared the update Tuesday on X, formerly Twitter, providing the latest […] The post DeMar DeRozan officially signs with Nuggets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
DENVER, CO - APRIL 4: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs looks to pass while being defended by Aaron Gordon #32 of the Denver Nuggets as Nikola Jokic #15 looks on during the fourth quarter at Ball Arena on April 4, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. The Nuggets won the game 136-134 in overtime. (Photo by...
DENVER, CO - APRIL 4: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs looks to pass while being defended by Aaron Gordon #32 of the Denver Nuggets as Nikola Jokic #15 looks on during the fourth quarter at Ball Arena on April 4, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. The Nuggets won the game 136-134 in overtime. (Photo by...
The 35-page report from the law firm of Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz served as a damning rebuke to the Clippers’ denials they had sidestepped league rules.
The 35-page report from the law firm of Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz served as a damning rebuke to the Clippers’ denials they had sidestepped league rules.
The NBA has dropped the hammer on the Clippers. The league announced Wednesday that an independent investigation found the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard violated salary-cap circumvention rules through a series of off-court endorsement arrangements. The penalties are massive. Los Angeles will forfeit five first-round draft picks, one in each year from 2029 through 2033, and […] The post NBA hammers Clippers over Kawhi Leonard with $30 million fine, loss of five first-round picks appeared first on...
The NBA brought the hammer down on the Clippers for circumventing the league’s salary cap rules by “initiating off-court income opportunities” for star forward Kawhi Leonard.
The Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard gamble ultimately cost them Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, 10 first-round picks, two swaps and $30 million — with no NBA Finals appearances.
NBA stars have various perspectives on how they rank players from different generations or the often-asked question of who is in their top 10 all-time. Brooklyn Nets swingman Michael Porter Jr. talked about Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic on his all-time lists. “I think Joker is probably… I don’t know if people would put him […] The post Michael Porter Jr. takes SGA over Iverson, ranks Jokic top 10 all-time appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
NBA stars have various perspectives on how they rank players from different generations or the often-asked question of who is in their top 10 all-time. Brooklyn Nets swingman Michael Porter Jr. talked about Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic on his all-time lists. “I think Joker is probably… I don’t know if people would put him […] The post Michael Porter Jr. takes SGA over Iverson, ranks Jokic top 10 all-time appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
If there was ever any doubt about Nikola Jokic’s commitment to Serbia, his latest showing should put it to rest. Serbia head coach Dusan Alimpijevic revealed after Monday’s 76-64 win over Italy that the Denver Nuggets superstar had been dealing with a serious illness over the past three days, requiring multiple IV treatments while refusing […] The post Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is going through it with illness amid FIBA duties appeared first on ClutchPoints.
If there was ever any doubt about Nikola Jokic’s commitment to Serbia, his latest showing should put it to rest. Serbia head coach Dusan Alimpijevic revealed after Monday’s 76-64 win over Italy that the Denver Nuggets superstar had been dealing with a serious illness over the past three days, requiring multiple IV treatments while refusing […] The post Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is going through it with illness amid FIBA duties appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Houston Rockets All-Star Kevin Durant’s revealing interview about the NBA discussed how the game has evolved internationally. Looking back on his career, Durant confirmed he made music with LeBron James. He also touched on a hot-button topic about today’s stars, including the past four MVPs — Oklahoma City Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic, […] The post Rockets’ Kevin Durant isn’t losing sleep over NBA becoming more global appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Houston Rockets All-Star Kevin Durant’s revealing interview about the NBA discussed how the game has evolved internationally. Looking back on his career, Durant confirmed he made music with LeBron James. He also touched on a hot-button topic about today’s stars, including the past four MVPs — Oklahoma City Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic, […] The post Rockets’ Kevin Durant isn’t losing sleep over NBA becoming more global appeared first on ClutchPoints.