Basketball News · LatestTuesday, Mar 17, 2026

A No. 9 seed has defeated a No. 8 seed five times in the last two years, including twice in 2025

Ogwumike's new ESPN digital show "Chiney Today" premieres on March 17, PEOPLE can exclusively announce

Kevin Durant says he has made peace with the lack of widespread appreciation for what he has accomplished in his career, even as he prepares to pass Michael Jordan for fifth on the NBA's all-time scoring list. "People don't truly appreciate anything until it's not here anymore," Durant told The Ringer. "I don't expect any love or praise or anything from the game or anybody. I just go out there, do what I do - and I love what I do - without getting anything back from it." The 37-year-old Houst...

After going 47-51 in three seasons and losing in the American conference semifinals, Charlotte fired coach Aaron Fearne on Tuesday.

The mid-level exception is the tool most frequently used by over-the-cap teams to sign free agents from other teams to contracts worth more than the veteran’s minimum. But that’s not the only exception those clubs have to squeeze an extra player onto the payroll. The bi-annual exception is a way for a team to sign […]

Golden State Warriors forward Kristaps Porziņģis declared his new teammate Steph Curry is the "GOAT" before the star guard's potential return.

Houston Rockets All-Star forward Kevin Durant is one of the greatest scorers in NBA history, but he has never recorded a 60-point game. His career high is 55, but his pace and legacy are far more important to the 19-year veteran. Only Los Angeles Lakers All-Star LeBron James can relate to Durant’s longevity and dominance […] The post Why Rockets’ Kevin Durant doesn’t care about never scoring 60 points in a game appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Minnesota Timberwolves have been on the struggle bus lately, losers of four out of their last five games following Sunday’s blowout loss against the Oklahoma City Thunder. It was a particularly bad game for big man Rudy Gobert, who was a -23 and scored just two points in the loss. However, despite that setback, […] The post Timberwolves big man Rudy Gobert’s ‘best in history’ mic drop on career goals appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg revealed the physical and mental toll of beginning his NBA career at point guard, describing the experience as one of the most demanding stretches he has faced on the court. Speaking in a recent interview with ESPN’s Malika Andrews, Flagg detailed how the early-season role expanded his understanding of the […] The post Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg makes ‘tiring’ admission after starting career at PG appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Monday’s Brooklyn Nets-Portland Trail Blazers matchup at Barclays Center was a forgettable late-season game for many. However, for the Israeli basketball community, it was a night they’ll never forget. With Trail Blazers All-Star Deni Avdija facing Nets rookies Ben Saraf and Danny Wolf, the game marked the first time three Israelis ever faced off in […] The post Deni Avdija reacts to Blazers, Nets making Israeli basketball history appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Here's a look at some takeaways from our writers' March Madness predictions, including most popular upset and most likely Final Four teams.

The documentary 'Meal Ticket' is an exhaustively researched labor of love by co-directors Corey Colvin and Carlton Gerard Sabbs that premieres Thursday on Prime Video.

Harden has been as good as advertised since coming to Cleveland.

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The road to the Final Four begins at Cameron Indoor Stadium tomorrow night as the #11 seed Richmond Spiders face off against the #11 seed Nebraska Cornhuskers in the NCAA First Four. With a spot in the Round of 64 and a date with #6 seed Baylor on the line, this clash of conference titans is the premier matchup of the tournament's opening night. The Richmond Spiders (26-6) arrive in the postseason as the Atlantic 10 champions, led by an elite senior core featuring Rachel Ullstrom and Maggie D...

The Cleveland Cavaliers visit the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night at Fiserv Forum with several players on the injury report. Key absences and questionable statuses could impact rotations and game strategy for both teams. Cleveland will be without Jarrett Allen (right knee tendonitis), Craig Porter Jr. (left groin strain), Tyrese Proctor (right quadricep strain), and […] The post Cavaliers vs Bucks injury report for March 17 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The madness of the 2026 NCAA Women's Tournament officially lands at the Moody Center in Austin tomorrow night as the #16 seed Stephen F. Austin Ladyjacks battle the #16 seed Missouri State Lady Bears. With a ticket to the Round of 64 and a Friday showdown against the #1 seed Texas Longhorns on the line, this First Four clash features two of the most resilient mid-major programs in the country. The Missouri State Lady Bears (22-12) arrive in Austin as one of the hottest teams in the nation aft...

The Detroit Pistons visit the Washington Wizards on Tuesday with both teams missing key contributors. Injuries and G League assignments significantly affect rotations and scoring opportunities. Detroit will be without Isaiah Stewart (left calf strain) and four two-way or G League-assigned players: Isaac Jones, Bobi Klintman, Chaz Lanier, and Wendell Moore Jr. Stewart’s absence removes […] The post Pistons vs Wizards injury report: who will play on Tuesday appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Oklahoma City Thunder visit the Orlando Magic on Tuesday with both teams missing key players due to injuries and G League assignments. Availability will shape rotations and scoring opportunities at the Kia Center. OKC will be without Jalen Williams (right hamstring strain), Branden Carlson (low back strain), Thomas Sorber (right ACL recovery), Nikola Topic, […] The post Thunder visit Magic on March 17: injury report appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Grammy-winning singer-songwriter John Legend got to meet San Antonio Spurs stars Victor Wembanyama and Harrison Barnes before the team’s win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday, Mar. 16. The Spurs shared a picture of Legend and his son, Miles Theodore Stephens, taking a selfie with Wemby and Barnes after the game. Of course, they […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama, Harrison Barnes are all smiles during John Legend link-up appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Houston Rockets saw Kevin Durant deliver another scoring masterpiece before shifting the conversation to something bigger. After the game, Durant addressed the long-running debate surrounding Michael Jordan’s legacy and his place in history as Durant continues climbing the NBA Scoring list. As first reported by The Ringer’s Michael Lee, Durant made his stance clear. […] The post Rockets’ Kevin Durant drops 40,000-point Michael Jordan truth bomb after controversial take appeared first on C...

Former NBA player Kendrick Perkins just made one of the boldest calls of the season, and it immediately put Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs front and center against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Speaking on First Take, Perkins did not hold back when discussing the NBA Finals picture. He went beyond praise. He made […] The post Kendrick Perkins declares Spurs NBA Finals favorites over Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Kevin Durant explains why LeBron James' longevity stands apart from Michael Jordan.

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A No. 16 seed has knocked off a No. 1 seed only twice in 160 opportunities but both instances occurred recently, so don't rule it out

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After some time away, Sprite and the NBA are back together as it becomes the Official Global Soft Drink of the league, and Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards is hyped. The announcement was made on Tuesday, Mar. 17, 2026. The Coca-Cola Company and NBA have struck a deal to bring Sprite back as the Official […] The post Anthony Edwards hyped about Sprite returning as NBA’s Official Global Soft Drink Partner appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The San Antonio Spurs are surging again as Victor Wembanyama continues to lead the charge. Wemby has become the centerpiece of this San Antonio team now pushing toward the NBA Playoffs. Under Mitch Johnson, the Spurs improved to 50-18 after a 119-115 win over the Los Angeles Clippers. He continues to elevate expectations with every […] The post Spurs star Victor Wembanyama’s 60-win mic drop after reaching 50 wins appeared first on ClutchPoints .