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On Sunday evening, the Detroit Pistons laid an egg in their first postseason game of 2026, dropping Game 1 at home to the Orlando Magic by a score of 112-101. Remarkably, the Pistons never led in this game despite being the number one seed in the conference, and now, they are facing a must-win situation […] The post Pistons panic meter after appalling Game 1 loss to Pistons appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Game ones of a playoff series often show us how teams want to defend, attack, and use their strengths and weaknesses. They are also just the first step in a complex and sometimes long process that is followed up with adjustments and tweaks. Regardless, the opening game tends to give us a good idea of […]

Fernández now has the opportunity to lead the Nets out of the rebuild and back into contention

The Warriors could be embarking on an “organizational reset” if head coach Steve Kerr decides not to return, several team sources tell Ramona Shelburne and Anthony Slater of ESPN. That could involve significant changes to the roster and coaching staff as the team tries to find a new direction following a 37-45 season and an […]

The NBA’s 2025-26 Most Improved Player race has been narrowed to three finalists. The league announced the finalists of all of the NBA’s end-of-season awards via a press release, with the likes of Shai-Gilgeous Alexander, Nikola Jokic and Victor Wembanyama being named the finalists for the MVP award. Following suit, the likes of Nickeil Alexander-Walker, […] The post Deni Avdija, Jalen Duren headline NBA Most Improved Player finalists appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets face the Timberwolves in Game 2 of their first-round series.

Val Ackerman is retiring this summer after leading the Big East as commissioner for 13 years, leading the conference through realignment and team exodus, as well as eight national championships during her tenure.

The New York Knicks face the Atlanta Hawks again in the second game of the series, as the visitors need some changes to be closer in the score.

Will her or won’t he? And does it even matter?

The Lakers set an important tone with their Game 1 win by showing poise against the physical Rockets.

Coming into the postseason without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, it was known that LeBron James would have to play at an unbelievable level for the Los Angeles Lakers to have a chance at success. And in Game 1 against the Houston Rockets, he did that, though not in the way that many had envisioned. […]

Every time you can elicit a clap and—gasp!—a smile from someone as stoic as San Antonio Spurs legend Tim Duncan, you know you are doing something great. Well, that is exactly what Spurs center Victor Wembanyama did on Sunday, leading his team to a convincing win against the Portland Trail Blazers, 111-98, in Game 1 […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama reacts to dominating in front of Tim Duncan, David Robinson appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Golden State Warriors saw their 2025-26 season come to an end on Friday with a tough play-in game loss to the Phoenix Suns, and immediately, folks began speculating on whether this might be the last year for the trio of Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and Steve Kerr. Kerr added fuel to that fire by […] The post Warriors’ Draymond Green predicts Steve Kerr will retire after emotional huddle with Stephen Curry appeared first on ClutchPoints.

These Pistons, while the proud owners of a 60-win season, have lingering issues that could turn their dream season into a postseason nightmare.

Boston and Oklahoma City looked dominant, and Denver reminded everyone not to sleep on them.

The Bulls have received permission to interview several candidates in their search for a new head of basketball operations, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Charania reports that Timberwolves general manager Matt Lloyd, Pistons senior vice president of basketball operations Dennis Lindsey, Hawks senior VP of basketball operations Bryson Graham, Cavaliers general manager Mike Gansey […]

On Saturday evening, the Houston Rockets laid an egg in Game 1 of their series against the Los Angeles Lakers, losing by a score of 107-98. The Rockets were unable to generate any sort of consistent offense in this one with Kevin Durant out of the lineup after suffering a knee injury earlier in the […] The post Rockets’ Game 1 stinker vs. Lakers proves 1 thing about Kevin Durant to DeMarcus Cousins appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The championship Boston team of 2008 is one of the brightest and most significant teams of the 21st century. Even though the Celtics didn't become a dynasty, that roster remains legendary. I remember back in school, many knew about the Celtics, bought basketball simulators just to play as them, and picked their favorite players, even if they had never actually seen their games live or on screen. All the players on that team, including the coach, achieved a special status. It wasn't just about...

North Carolina awaits a decision from Henri Veesaar while Kansas and Kentucky vie for the No. 1 recruit.

The Golden State Warriors made a serious push to acquire Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard before the February trade deadline, only to receive a firm rejection from Clippers governor Steve Ballmer, league sources told ESPN. The Warriors had contacted the Clippers about Leonard's availability several times over the years, each time getting quickly turned away. This time, however, Los Angeles had signaled a potential shift in direction after trading James Harden and engaging multiple t...

The Nets have signed head coach Jordi Fernandez and his entire coaching staff to multi-year contract extensions, sources told ESPN.

Kevin Durant got into a heated verbal exchange with a Lakers fan during Game 1 as the Houston Rockets fell 107-98 without their injured superstar.

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After the Cleveland Cavaliers took Game 1 with a statement win at home, the Toronto Raptors come for Game 2 on Monday night to tie the series.

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Recently, the Golden State Warriors’ 2025-26 season came to an end with a lopsided loss to the Phoenix Suns in the second round of the play-in tournament. This game was largely uncompetitive from the jump, and raised a slew of questions as to what the future might hold for some of the key Warriors’ personnel, […] The post Warriors rumors: What Joe Lacob wants to hear from Steve Kerr after ’50/50′ revelation about coaching future appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Although Golden State Warriors’ veteran Draymond Green was mentioned in trade talks for Milwaukee Bucks All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo before the deadline, will both teams revisit those conversations in the offseason? Possibly. Green says Steve Kerr prevented him from quitting. However, the Warriors’ head coach is no longer under contract. He’ll have to decide if he […] The post Warriors rumors: Insiders reject idea of Draymond Green trade mandate as Giannis talks loom again appeared first on...

The Milwaukee Bucks are back in the spotlight after Doc Rivers opened up on the Bill Simmons Podcast. The former Bucks head coach delivered a candid reflection on his future, and it did not sound like someone eager to stay on the sideline forever. Rivers spoke plainly about the toll. “I told my coaches I’m […] The post Former Bucks HC Doc Rivers drops retirement from coaching claim with a catch appeared first on ClutchPoints.