Basketball News · LatestMonday, Feb 23, 2026

Bennedict Mathurin may have missed the game-winning shot, but the support shown by Kawhi Leonard could prove to be far more valuable.

NBA trade rumors involving the Utah Jazz

The Bucks made it through the February 5 trade deadline without moving Giannis Antetokounmpo, but around the NBA , that outcome hasn’t slowed speculation one bit. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, executives monitoring the situation continue to believe that a trade to what Fischer described as “a true title contender” remains the […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo rumors didn’t die, they just went dormant appeared first on Hoops Wire .

NEW YORK – The New York Knicks’ 18-point comeback victory over the Houston Rockets on Saturday night delivered an enthralling finish. Karl-Anthony Towns’ defensive intensity led the fourth-quarter push that set up Jalen Brunson to save the day. With 5:04 left in the fourth quarter, though, head coach Mike Brown continued a controversial late-game trend […] The post Why Knicks’ late-game Mikal Bridges benchings could be necessary amid title chase appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Fans have been kept guessing whether Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum will see action this season as he continues to recover from his Achilles injury. Multiple reports have stated that Tatum is on the right track and ahead of schedule. He has hit multiple milestones, including participating in controlled 5‑on‑5 scrimmages and working out alongside […] The post Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla issues intriguing hint on Jayson Tatum’s status after practice appeared first on ClutchPoints .

A blowout win for the Boston Celtics over the Los Angeles Lakers to sweep the two-game series of the 2025-26 NBA Regular Season The post Doncic jokes about technicals after frustrating loss: “Surprised it wasn’t me” appeared first on Eurohoops .

2024 Draftı’nın 1 numarası Zaccharie Risacher, ikinci sezonunda yaşadığı düşüşle dikkat çekiyor. The post Atlanta’nın Fransız 1 Numarası, NBA Tarihine Tersten Geçmeye Hazırlanıyor appeared first on Eurohoops .

Ja Morant stayed put at the trade deadline, with the Grizzlies unwilling to accept a return similar to what the Hawks received for Trae Young. Still, per Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, multiple teams believe the Bucks have legitimate interest in Morant — either as a potential long-term successor to Giannis Antetokounmpo or, in […] The post NBA Notes: Morant chatter, Bulls’ cap plan, Yabusele’s next move appeared first on Hoops Wire .

The Mavericks officially shut down Kyrie Irving for the remainder of the season, and it’s hard to argue with the decision. According to Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News, Dallas opted for caution with Irving’s surgically repaired left knee, prioritizing long-term health over a late-season return that wouldn’t have meaningfully changed the big picture. […] The post Why Mavericks made the right call in shutting down Kyrie Irving appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Victor Wembanyama might already be planning his next All-Star Weekend moment. After throwing down a two-handed windmill dunk in a recent Spurs win, Wembanyama said he expects to enter the Slam Dunk Contest at some point, per reports. “I’ll be in the dunk contest one day,” he said afterward. If and when that happens, the […] The post NBA Notes: Wembanyama eyes dunk contest, Jordan flashes back, Middleton steadies Mavs appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Türkiye Kupası’nı kazanan Fenerbahçe Beko’da Metecan Birsen ve Nando De Colo, final sonrası açıklamalarda bulundu. The post Metecan Birsen: “Altyapıdan Yetişip Kupalar Kazanmak Çok Değerli” appeared first on Eurohoops .

Minnesota Timberwolves, Philadelphia 76ers'ı konuk etti. The post Adem Bona Çift Haneye Yaklaştı; Sixers, Timberwolves’u Farka Boğdu appeared first on Eurohoops .

Fenerbahçe Beko, finalde Beşiktaş’ı 91-74 mağlup ederek Türkiye Kupası’nı kazandı. The post Onuralp Bitim: “Aşık Olduğum Armanın Altında Kazanmak Ayrı Bir His” appeared first on Eurohoops .

Episode 1 of “The Quiet Work” shows where it all began.

The Clippers, who are 4-5 since Feb. 2, get 37 points from Kawhi Leonard but lose to the Orlando Magic.

In terms of position and style, Guerschon Yabusele wasn’t a good fit on the Knicks, according to head coach Mike Brown.

Austin Reaves appeared visibly frustrated while addressing the nature of officiating during the game against the Celtics.

News of the film having wrapped production comes 40 years after the athlete's surprise victory during All-Star Weekend.

Grading every Lakers player’s performance from the team’s 111-89 loss to the Celtics.

The Los Angeles Lakers have one of the best trios of superstars in the NBA between Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James. In particular, on offense, those three can cause all kinds of issues for the opposition as all three can attack the rim, shoot and are excellent playmakers with high IQs who can […]

The Toronto Raptors spoil the recent momentum of the Milwaukee Bucks to celebrate the 47th birthday of Serbian head coach Darko Rajakovic The post Giannis gets promising pregame workout before lopsided Bucks loss appeared first on Eurohoops .

Rob Dillingham stunned the home crowd with his on-court gaffe in the Chicago Bulls’ matchup against the New York Knicks on Sunday night. Dillingham is halfway through the second season of his NBA career. He initially represented the Minnesota Timberwolves before they traded him to the Bulls in the middle of the 2025-26 campaign. The […] The post Bulls’ Rob Dillingham has brutal wide-open dunk miss vs. Knicks appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Minnesota Timberwolves couldn’t overcome the challenges of playing without their top players in the frontcourt on Sunday. With center Rudy Gobert serving a one-game suspension and power forward Naz Reid ruled out before the game due to a shoulder issue, Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch had to make some uncommon lineup moves, which drew […] The post Anthony Edwards calls Timberwolves ‘all out of whack’ after 76ers loss appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards surprised many people with his lack of knowledge towards the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and MLB’s Minnesota Twins. Edwards made the comment during a special guest appearance on the sports comedy podcast Sundae Conversation. As the franchise player from the Timberwolves, fans would assume he knew at least one player on […] The post Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards admits he can’t name one player on Wild or Twins appeared first on ClutchPoints .

During a wild Saturday slate of college basketball, Arizona handed Houston its first home loss of the season while Duke took down No. 1 Michigan, shaking up Andy Katz's latest Power 37 men's college basketball rankings.

Desmond Bane scored 36 points and Paolo Banchero added 16 points and eight assists as the Orlando Magic held on for a 111-109 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday night. Wendell Carter Jr. had 15 points and 14 rebounds and Tristan da Silva scored 13 for the Magic, who improved to 5-2 since Feb. 5. Kawhi Leonard shrugged off an ankle injury to score 37 points and Bennedict Mathurin added 21 points and nine rebounds off the bench for the Clippers, who are 4-5 since Feb. 2.

Pat Riley was a pioneer of NBA coaching, so it was only appropriate that he added another accomplishment to his growing list of them.

Thomas scores 15 in his first appearance on the home side at Fiserv Forum