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Leaked video unravels Victor Wembanyama's potential role in inciting a rare outburst of frustration from Cade Cunningham.

Due to a number of reasons, it is not every day that the worlds of European soccer and the NBA collide. However, a commentator during the recent UEFA Champions League matchup between Real Madrid and Benfica found a way to reference none other than the Charlotte Hornets Kon Knueppel. And well, there was plenty of […] The post Hornets’ Kon Knueppel somehow gets shout out during Real Madrid match appeared first on ClutchPoints .

When Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo entered the NBA over a decade ago, it was obvious that he was different. Despite being just 18 years old, Antetokounmpo was already building his reputation as the ‘Greek Freak.’ Ten years later, the next phenom entered the league, with Victor Wembanyama looking equally like a unicorn. Both players […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembenyama given ‘limitless’ comp over Giannis Antetokounmpo from NBA vet appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The big fella appears set to play in his second straight game since returning

The Los Angeles Lakers have been a bit Jekyll and Hyde this season. When things are right, they look like they can compete with any team in the league. But when things are not going smoothly, the team doesn’t look very competitive. After being blown out by the Boston Celtics on Sunday, the Lakers followed […] The post Suns injury report will inspire confidence Lakers can snap losing streak appeared first on ClutchPoints .

As the NBA considers expansion ideas, the conversation in Seattle has naturally turned to which players will eventually wear the green and gold. While the league has yet to formally approve new franchises, the groundwork is being laid near the Space Needle. When the Supersonics do eventually return, they’ll need cornerstone pieces, and one former […] The post Why Dejounte Murray makes perfect sense as Seattle expansion draft target appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Tampa Bay Lightning coach Jon Cooper will miss the next two games after the death of his father, Robert. Assistant Rob Zettler was the acting head coach for the Lightning's home game against Toronto on Wednesday night and will again do so at Carolina on Thursday night. Cooper, who coached the Lightning to Stanley Cup championships in 2020 and 2021, was the head coach for Canada in the Milan Cortina Olympics.

Hachimura is questionable for Thursday's game in Phoenix due to an illness. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

The Texans have no plans to trade Stroud, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Jalen Brunson recently said he hoped the Knicks would “do right by me” in his next contract discussion, a quote that caught some fans’ attention. Recently, he clarified his hopes for his future with the organization, Stefan Bondy writes for the New York Post (subscriber link). “I would love to be here for the rest […]

Talent evaluation has become one of the defining strengths of Zach Kleiman and the front office of the Memphis Grizzlies. Over the last several seasons, the org

The Dallas Mavericks are set to take on the Sacramento Kings on Thursday. However, it appears the club already knows the designation for star rookie Cooper Flagg and newly acquired veteran Khris Middleton for this contest. Reports indicate that Flagg is officially ruled out for the game against the Kings, while Middleton is listed as […] The post Cooper Flagg out, Khris Middleton questionable for Kings-Mavericks clash appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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A look at the latest on the Alex Sarr injury. This update will dish out current info on when the Wizards center will be back and return to the court.

The Orlando Magic ended their west coast road trip with two games in the city of Los Angeles. A couple of wins would help build positive momentum during an up-a

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After 13 months of Achilles rehab, Dejounte Murray finally made his season debut for the New Orleans Pelicans. However, in a moment that could have been all about his own return, the veteran made sure the spotlight shifted to the rookies. Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen played a big part in the win over the […] The post Why Pelicans’ Dejounte Murray sees ‘something special’ in Derik Queen, Jeremiah Fears appeared first on ClutchPoints .

For anyone who doubted Kon Knueppel coming out of the NBA Draft, what are your thoughts now? The Charlotte Hornets drafted an absolute flamethrower of a perimeter scorer and someone who can be the face of their franchise for many years to come. Although Cooper Flagg was the rookie captivating all the attention at the […] The post NBA Rookie Power Rankings: Is ROTY race Kon Knueppel’s to lose with Cooper Flagg injured? appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Pacers forward Obi Toppin is on the verge of returning to action after missing nearly the entire 2025/26 season. As Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files notes (via Twitter), Toppin has been upgraded to questionable to play on Thursday vs. Charlotte. Toppin, who will turn 28 next Wednesday, was active for just three games this fall […]

The Timberwolves have signed guard Jules Bernard to a two-way contract, according to NBA.com’s official transaction log (hat tip to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype). A 6’6″ shooting guard who went undrafted out of UCLA in 2022, Bernard has played in the G League for most of the past three-and-a-half seasons, spending time with the Motor […]

Suns owner Mat Ishbia wants more star players participating in All-Star Weekend events when Phoenix hosts next year -- and is hoping to entice them by offering a $1 million prize to the winners of the slam dunk and 3-point contests.

Winning cures all ills, or so goes the cliche. However, beating the Golden State Warriors did not stop Dejounte Murray from cursing out the regrouping New Orleans Pelicans after the former All-Star’s season debut. The 29-year-old was less polite about something James Borrego has been harping on since last August. Instead, the veteran guard shared […] The post Dejounte Murray reveals 1 thing Pelicans didn’t ‘f**king’ do in awful debut appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Jontay Porter, banned for life by the NBA for gambling in 2024 and currently awaiting sentencing after pleading guilty to a related federal charge, is planning to play for an upstart pro basketball league.

Virtus Bologna gets back to winning ways in dramatic fashion The post Virtus Bologna survives Barcelona’s late comeback appeared first on Eurohoops .

The Cleveland Cavaliers had one of their best wins of the season as they held the New York Knicks to under 100 points on Tuesday. Many of the players who contributed to that win won’t be available for their game the following evening against the Milwaukee Bucks. In total, Cleveland will be without at least […]

Μετά από την ήττα του Ολυμπιακού στο Κάουνας από τη Ζαλγκίρις, ο Εβάν Φουρνιέ μίλησε μεταξύ άλλων και για την τελευταία επίθεση στην κανονική σεζόν και την στιγμή έντασης με τον Γιώργο Μπαρτζώκα. The post Φουρνιέ για Μπαρτζώκα: “Είμαστε και οι δύο ανταγωνιστικοί, αγαπώ τον κόουτς” appeared first on Eurohoops .

Seven three-pointers by Jared Butler were enough for the home team to secure the victory The post Zvezda snaps two-game losing streak in EuroLeague against Efes appeared first on Eurohoops .