NBA News · LatestThursday, Jan 8, 2026

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat beating the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday night, 125-106, it comes right before the team embarks on a four-game Midwest road trip. As the Heat’s road trip starts Tuesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the win on Sunday proved to be crucial, as explained by star Norman Powell. Led by […] The post Why Pelicans win was ‘crucial’ for Heat before Midwest road trip appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Knicks owner spoke publicly for the first time in three years on Monday

It’s been a week since Chicago Bulls guard Coby White went out with a calf injury that sidelined him for a week. However, he is coming back sooner than expected. According to the NBA Injury Report, White was listed as “probable” before Monday’s showdown against the Boston Celtics. Then, right before the game, it was […] The post Coby White will play for Bulls vs. Celtics appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Pacers have waived veteran center Tony Bradley, the team announced in a press release. NBA insider Jake Fischer was first to report the news (via Twitter). More to come…

Atlanta Hawks four-time All-Star Trae Young and his agent, Aaron Mintz, are working with the franchise on a trade, sources told ESPN.

Hawks star Trae Young has the Washington Wizards as his preferred destination as the team and player work together on a possible trade, sources tell ESPN.

Boston Celtics’ recent run has been about more than wins and losses, according to head coach Joe Mazzulla. As Chris Mannix explains, Mazzulla believes the last several weeks have helped the Celtics gain clarity about who they are and what sets them apartfrom other teams. “We’ve developed our identity over the last month, month and […] The post Derrick White says Celtics found identity appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Don't miss the Warriors vs LA Clippers showdown at 10 PM ET tonight on Peacock.

Michael Porter Jr. had superstar expectations for himself when he entered the NBA. While he never reached those heights during his injury-riddled Denver Nuggets tenure, he’s making up for lost time with the Brooklyn Nets. Porter Jr. has planted himself firmly in the All-Star conversation amid a breakout season as Brooklyn’s No. 1 option. After […] The post Michael Porter Jr. reveals how he revitalized career after injuries foiled ‘best in NBA’ expectations appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Tonight's Nuggets vs 76ers game tips off at 8:30 PM ET on Peacock.

Hoops Rumors is hosting a live chat today at 3:00 pm Central time (4:00 pm Eastern). Click here to submit your questions about the in-season trade market, current and future free agents, extension candidates, the salary cap, the Collective Bargaining Agreement, or any other NBA-related topic, then join us at 3 pm CT to chat!

The Rockets host the Suns with the season series already tilted, key injuries on both sides, and the matchup coming down to the superstars.

Former Golden State Warriors center DeMarcus Cousins called out head coach Steve Kerr for recent comments made about his team’s title chances this season. Kerr’s championship outlook for the Warriors is bleak, piggybacking on his take of coaching a fading dynasty in 2025-26, all of which didn’t sit well with Cousins. Cousins believes that at […] The post DeMarcus Cousins blasts Warriors’ Steve Kerr over unrealistic title remarks appeared first on ClutchPoints .

An up-and-down season in Central Florida got even choppier as the Magic announced that their bellwether starting guard will be out indefinitely.

Philadelphia 76ers are beginning to look like a serious threat in the Eastern Conference as their health stabilizes, according to Tony Jones of The Athletic. A three-game road winning streak has pushed Philadelphia within striking distance of the conference’s top tier, and the most notable development has been lineup continuity. For the first time in […] The post Joel Embiid gives Sixers needed lineup stability appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Tonight's Peacock NBA Monday tripleheader tips off at 7 PM ET with the Knicks vs Pistons matchup.

The San Antonio Spurs’ reign at the top of the NBA power rankings wasn’t expected to last long after three straight wins over the Oklahoma City Thunder, especially with how dominant the defending champions have been all season. However, as the calendar has flipped to 2026, the Thunder’s chances of winning back-to-back titles are certainly […] The post ClutchPoints’ 2025-26 NBA Power Rankings Week 11: Celtics making case for best in East appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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On Friday, the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 128-121, but it wasn’t easy. Head coach JJ Reddick is noticing struggles with the Lakers’ offense. The main issue is a lack of communication among the players. One area that really hurt them was ATOs (After Timeout plays). They gave up eight in total, which […] The post The ‘180 change’ LeBron James, LA made vs. Grizzlies after another JJ Redick callout appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Heat guard Norman Powell was forced out of Saturday’s game against Minnesota early in the first quarter with tightness in his right hamstring, but he was determined to keep playing, Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald writes in a subscriber-only story. Powell not only returned to score a team-high 21 points, he was active on Sunday […]

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Former NBA All-Star DeMarcus Cousins recommended the Los Angeles Lakers pursue a trade for Dillon Brooks, saying he would “trade Austin Reaves in a heartbeat” for the Suns wing. Cousins made the remarks on Run It Back, calling Brooks a “culture changer” and “a proven winner” who fits the Lakers’ current needs. Brooks, 30, is […] The post DeMarcus Cousins urges Lakers to trade Austin Reaves for Dillon Brooks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Fantasy basketball analyst Dan Titus offers up his High Score pickups for Week 12.

Celtics host Bulls with momentum, depth, and Jaylen Brown rolling.

The Lakers will be without some big names on their road trip.

Zion Williamson has moved into the top-10 in the NBA in PER with a mark of 24.5. Williamson had a PER of 29.0 in December over nine games after 20.0 in November. NBA PER (Week 11): 1. Nikola Jokic: 35.0 2. Giannis Antetokounmpo: 34.3 3. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 31.4 4. Victor Wembanyama: 27.4 5. Luka Doncic: 26.8 6. Kawhi Leonard: 26.7 7. Zion Williamson: 24.5 8. Jaylen Brown: 24.2 9. Donovan Mitchell: 23.6 10. Mark Williams: 23.4 11. Jalen Duren: 23.2 12. Anthony Edwards: 23.1 13. Tyrese Max...