Basketball News · LatestThursday, Jan 29, 2026

Jaylon Tyson’s 20 point-performance powered the Cavs to a stress-free win.

LeBron's latest homecoming didn't go his way, but he did crack a smile as Bronny James scored eight points down the stretch of the blowout.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Chauncey Wiggins scored 18 points, and Florida State built a big first-half lead and held off California for a 63-61 victory on Wednesday night. Florida State had a 15-point advantage early in the second half before Cal used a 15-6 run to take its only lead of the second half, 59-58, with 3:45 remaining. It was knotted 60-all before Wiggins' jumper gave the Seminoles the lead for good with about three minutes left. Milos Ilic's free throw ended the scoring for Cal wit...

Keyshawn Hall scored 31 points, Kevin Overton made five 3-pointers and finished with 25 points, and Auburn overcame a 14-point deficit to beat Texas 88-82 on Wednesday night. Hall, who went into the game with 141 made free throws this season (tied with Oakland’s Brody Robinson for most in Division I), made 14 of 17 from the foul line. Elyjah Freeman scored 10 points for Auburn.

Ime Udoka explains why the Rockets decided to end Steven Adams' season early with a surgery on his left ankle.

The Los Angeles Lakers looked to keep things rolling on Wednesday night when they traveled to take on the Cleveland Cavaliers. LeBron James returning to Cleveland is always special, and this could potentially have been his last game there as a visiting player. With that being the case, there was extra intrigue added to the […]

Could this be James' final game in Cleveland?

The Minnesota Timberwolves visited the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center on Wednesday, looking to gain more momentum after recently snapping their five-game skid. The Timberwolves are coming off a victory against the Golden State Warriors, 108-83, on Monday. Minnesota played without Anthony Edwards, while Golden State did not have Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, and […] The post Timberwolves’ Chris Finch gushes about Mavericks’ Anthony Davis amid brutal injury appeared first on Clutch...

The royal return of Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James to Rocket Arena on Wednesday became even more special. The Lakers visited the Cleveland Cavaliers, aiming for their third straight win. It was an emotional homecoming for James, who had to wipe away his tears when the Cavaliers played a video tribute for him in […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James hits new bonkers milestone in Cleveland return appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Dillon Mitchell had 14 points and 13 rebounds as No. 25 St. John's blew out Butler 92-70 on Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden for its seventh consecutive victory. Ian Jackson scored 18 points and Zuby Ejiofor added 15 for the Red Storm (16-5, 9-1 Big East), who never trailed in giving Hall of Fame coach Rick Pitino his 901st career win.

With the Miami Heat linked to Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline, the team is still playing games amidst all the noise. While the rumors will continue to swirl around the Heat with the trade deadline looming, head coach Erik Spoelstra speaks on how the roster is dealing with […] The post Erik Spoelstra urges Heat players to disregard ‘bunch of BS’ trade rumors appeared first on ClutchPoints .

OKLAHOMA CITY — Coming off two consecutive losses at home, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder needed a big performance from Chet Holmgren amid a very shorthanded team, as teammates dealing with injuries recover. Holmgren didn’t disappoint in Tuesday’s 104-95 win against the New Orleans Pelicans. Chet scored 14 of his 20 points in […] The post Thunder’s Chet Holmgren reveals SGA’s role in his bounce-back game vs. Pelicans appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Big game tonight. Will the Knicks show up?

The Washington Wizards have a decent shot at another winning streak Thursday against the Milwaukee Bucks at Capital One Arena. Game info When: Thursday, Jan, 29 at 7:00 p.m. ET Where: Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C. How to watch: Prime Video, Monumental Sports Network, League Pass Injuries: For the Wizards, Marvin Bagley III (back) and Tristan Vukcevic (hamstring) are […]

Mykhailiuk will start Wednesday against the Warriors. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Beat the Spurs… Period.

CINCINNATI (AP) — Baba Miller scored 18 points and grabbed 17 rebounds as Cincinnati took down Baylor 67-57 on Wednesday night. Jizzle James added 17 points for the Bearcats (11-10, 3-5 Big 12 Conference) on 6-for-11 shooting. Miller recorded his ninth double-double this season, second most in the Big 12. Cincinnati shot 39% (28% from deep) and Baylor 35% (23% from deep). Miller made all six of his attempts from the foul line, where the Bearcats were 11 for 14, while Baylor was 5 for 9. Cinci...

The Grizzlies have multiple suitors with interest in Ja Morant and are “wide open for business” when it comes to their star point guard, reports ESPN’s Shams Charania (video link). However, Charania adds that any deal involving Morant is likely going to have to wait on trade talks regarding Giannis Antetokounmpo. That’s especially true in […]

Cooper Flagg won't play Wednesday night in the Mavericks' game against the Timberwolves. Here's why.

Potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trade offers from 4 biggest suitors.

Rick Pitino was honored by St. John's with a video montage and a framed jersey for reaching 900 career wins as a Division I head coach.

Let’s steal one.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — It’s been a fun 48 hours for the Washington Wizards, as three of their players made the Castrol Rising Stars Challenge for the second straight year on Monday before they beat the Portland Trail Blazers 115-111 at Capital One Arena on Tuesday. Big man Alex Sarr validated his second Rising Stars nod […] The post Wizards’ Alex Sarr makes ‘exciting’ All-Star Weekend admission after win vs. Trail Blazers appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The prodigal son came home on Wednesday as LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers visited the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena. It is an emotional moment for James every time he returns to his hometown. He treats being from Akron, Ohio as a badge of honor, knowing that he has reshaped not only a […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James wipes away tears during epic Cavs tribute video appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The atmosphere inside Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse is electric tonight, but not just because of the scoreboard. While LeBron James has returned to Northeast Ohio many times since joining the Los Angeles Lakers, this visit feels heavier, like the final chapter of a legendary book. With retirement rumors shadowing his every move, Cleveland Cavaliers fans made […] The post Watch LeBron James get huge ovation from Cavs fans in possible final game in Cleveland appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Charlotte Hornets are 19-28 as the NBA season reaches the halfway point. At the same time, they are getting a major boost from the recent play of LaMelo Ball. There is still plenty of time for something to happen, but Charles Barkley is speaking something into existence. He is adamant that the Hornets will […] The post Charles Barkley bullish on 2026 Charlotte playoff berth appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Miami Heat forward Bam Adebayo might play a key role in bringing Giannis Antetokounmpo to South Beach.

ESPN's Shams Charania provided the latest updates on what the Bucks expect in return for Giannis Antetokounmpo as trade rumors heat up.