Basketball News · LatestFriday, Jan 23, 2026

The Warriors' Jonathan Kuminga had a strong start Thursday against the Mavs before his night was cut short by a twisted ankle and minor knee hyperextension at the end of the first half.

Jonathan Kuminga left the game early after appearing to tweak his ankle and heading straight to the locker room.

Some bad weather is expected to hit the East Coast this weekend. As a result, the NBA game between the Washington Wizards, led by Trae Young, and the Charlotte Hornets is being moved. On Saturday, the game in Charlotte will be rescheduled to noon EST instead of 6 pm EST, per NBA Communications. Many parts […] The post Saturday’s Hornets-Wizards game moved due to inclement weather appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Golden State Warriors are still reeling from the season-ending knee injury of Jimmy Butler, and now, they might also lose the player who’s supposed to soak up his minutes after Jonathan Kuminga suffered a knee injury on Thursday. Kuminga was driving to the rim in the second quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at American […] The post Warriors’ Jonathan Kuminga leaves game vs. Mavericks with knee injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .

It’s time for the Detroit Pistons to think like champions. There’s a difference between leading the standings and owning the moment. The Pistons have already done the former. Now, as the 2026 NBA trade deadline approaches, the league’s most unexpected powerhouse can either stay the course, or strike while the window is wide open. History […] The post Pistons’ dream 2026 NBA trade deadline scenario that cements East favorite status appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Kyrie Irving‘s ability to return to action this season doesn’t hinge on the success of the team, Mavericks coach Jason Kidd declared on Thursday. “That has nothing to do with it,” Kidd said, per Christian Clark of The Athletic. “It’s about, for him, mentally and physically being able to play at the highest level in […]

Social Media lip reader unravels what Bam Adebayo said to DeMar DeRozan amid a heated confrontation during a recent matchup of the Heat and the Kings.

The Washington Wizards are attempting to earn their 11th win of the season on Thursday in a contest against the Denver Nuggets. Early on in the game, Alex Sarr somehow managed to record a bucket and what appears to be the most improbable shot you may ever see. Early in the first quarter, the 20-year-old […] The post Wizards center Alex Sarr may have just made the most improbable shot ever appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe did not waste any time making his presence felt against the Houston Rockets at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Thursday. The 76ers have struggled recently, coming off a loss to the Phoenix Suns, 116-110, on Tuesday, and Edgecombe wanted to reenergize his team against the Rockets. In the first quarter, he […] The post 76ers’ VJ Edgecombe sends early message to Rockets with sick Alperen Sengun poster appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Rockets are reportedly no longer looking for Fred VanVleet's replacement; trust Reed Sheppard and Amen Thompson to step up when the need arises.

The Lakers have been linked to several perimeter players as they explore options to upgrade their roster.

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks have been talked about quite frequently. Cooper Flagg’s rookie season is receiving plenty of attention (and rightfully so), while the potential of an Anthony Davis trade will continue to be often discussed until he is either moved or the trade deadline comes and goes. However, Max Christie’s elite three-point shooting […] The post The Mavericks’ elite 3-point shooter no one is talking about appeared first on ClutchPoints .

20 years to the day, Kobe Bryant’s 81-point game vs the Toronto Raptors on Jan. 22, 2006, remains one of the most iconic performances in NBA history. Those 81 points are the second-most scored in a single NBA game of all-time, trailing only Wilt Chamberlain’s 100-point masterpiece (March 2, 1962 against the New York Knicks). […] The post Exclusive: Jalen Rose sounds off on Kobe Bryant’s 81-point game – ‘GOAT status’ appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The New Orleans Pelicans have been a major disappointment this season, currently sitting at 10-36 after a recent home loss to the Detroit Pistons. The continued struggles have led some to believe that the Pelicans will be sellers as opposed to buyers at the upcoming trade deadline, although it remains to be seen how things […] The post NBA rumors: Buzz builds around Pacers-Pelicans trade, but there’s a hold-up appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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The actors co-starring in the hit hockey romance TV series “Heated Rivalry” are set to be among the torchbearers carrying the Olympic flame on the way to the Opening Ceremony for the Milan Cortina Games. The organizing committee announced Thursday that Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie will take part in the torch relay. The Opening Ceremony is scheduled for Feb. 6.

Cavaliers forward Nae’Qwan Tomlin is likely to be promoted from his two-way deal to a standard contract but not right away, Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com writes in his latest mailbag (subsciber-only story). Teammates and coaches are lobbying for it and he has the support of the front office but the organization is in no hurry […]

Grizzlies star guard Ja Morant will miss at least three weeks due to a UCL sprain in his left elbow, the team announced Saturday morning, meaning that he will be sidelined through the Feb. 5 trade deadline.