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The OKC Thunder have made one thing clear: Chet Holmgren remains a key piece in their future plans. This postseason, however, may have slightly opened the

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Executives are smarter than ever before, and these moves prove some kept their thinking caps on.

What rotation changes are coming, and how high can Wemby go?

The New York Knicks won the NBA Finals fair and square over the San Antonio Spurs. The series ended after just five games, largely because of Jalen Brunson’s clutch gene, OG Anunoby’s physicality, and Karl-Anthony Towns’ willingness to step up and play hard against Victor Wembanyama. While the outcome signals a blowout, the championship series […] The post Knicks fans will be amused by Sean Sweeney’s ‘bad luck’ reason for Spurs blowing NBA Finals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The NBA has seen a major shift towards parity in the last few years. There has not been a repeat champion since the 2019 season, and it looks like that could

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama reacts to a chorus of boos from New York Knicks as he runs onto the court to warm up for Game 3 of the NBA Finals

Jalen Duren may have cost himself tens of millions in the playoffs. He went from being the projected No. 1 center in free agency to not drawing much interest

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We discuss why the Milwaukee Bucks should be punished for their blatant circumvention of the salary cap with Gary Trent Jr, and whether it's the most ridiculous contract in NBA history. Victor Wembanyama limits himself to the 25% max. How does that simplify the Spurs' future? Plus, WATFOs on Bronny James, Jaylen Brown in Philly, the dregs of the West, the Bucks being punished, and Bronny James.

Despite making sacrifices for the team, Victor Wembanyama seems to drawing some criticism for taking a pay cut in his latest contract extension.

The San Antonio Spurs’ re-signing of Jordan McLaughlin didn’t exactly move the needle across NBA free agency. That’s just fine with them. Just like it was when they officially brought back Harrison Barnes earlier this month. While Victor Wembanyama’s contract extension is easily the Spurs’ splashiest move this summer and the acquisition of Tobias Harris ranks […] The post Why the Spurs’ under-the-radar signings reveal more than their big splashes appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs are coming off another landmark season that has established them as one of the Western Conference’s elite. And while Wemby’s prodigal performances have had a big impact, the 22-year-old has given his franchise a major discount as he signed a five-year, $252 million rookie maximum extension, opting for […] The post What Kendrick Perkins doesn’t love about Victor Wembanyama’s new extension with Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Victor Wembanyama has been tabbed as the -335 favorite in the 2026-27 NBA Defensive Player of the Year odds.

NBA MVP betting favorites for 2026-27. A look at NBA Most Valuable Player odds, with Victor Wembanyama the favorite entering the season.

Jared and Mo are back to discuss Victor Wembanyama accepting take the smaller max for the San Antonio Spurs. The NBAPA's statement about the second apron and Billy Donovan joining San Antonio's coaching staff. Then we hit on what is going on in Golden State especially if they do not get LeBron James. We end with ranking how all the big trades in the offseason affect the championship race. Subscribe to RealGM Radio on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or via the RSS feed for smart NBA offseason...

Recently, San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama signed a five-year, $252 million contract extension to stay with the team over the long term. In the process, Wembanyama took a 25 percent max contract instead of a potential 30 percent deal filled with supermax escalators that could have kicked in based on how he performs, giving […] The post NBA rumors: Victor Wembanyama’s sacrifice on Spurs contract extension has NBPA in fighting mood appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Here are three blockbuster trades the Spurs could pursue after Victor Wembanyama’s discount extension gave them more long-term flexibility.