Basketball News · LatestTuesday, Apr 28, 2026

The New York Liberty let go of Natasha Cloud despite her solid numbers in her first stint with the team last season.

The Orlando Magic secured a 94-88 Game 4 win over the Detroit Pistons to take a 3-1 series lead, but Desmond Bane had an unexpected reaction off the court when he noticed a familiar face during another playoff game. During his postgame press conference, Bane appeared surprised to see former teammate Tyus Jones on the […] The post Magic’s Desmond Bane seemed shocked to see ex-teammate on court for Nuggets vs. Timberwolves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

UNCASVILLE — Kevin Gates stood in line with 13-year-old daughter Nat for more than half an hour on Sunday afternoon waiting for the chance to add Brittney Griner‘s autograph to the ever-growing collection on the back of their custom Connecticut Sun jerseys. Kevin has worked at Mohegan Sun as a table games supervisor for nearly two decades, but he never closely followed the WNBA until Nat ...

Front office sources across the NBA have offered largely positive assessments of Kansas guard Darryn Peterson, describing him as a dedicated worker passionate about his craft. Health, not talent or character, remains the central concern as teams evaluate his No. 1 overall candidacy ahead of the May 10 combine in Chicago. Peterson averaged 20.2 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 24 games this season before a preseason full-body cramping episode disrupted his year both physically and menta...

Earlier this week, the Los Angeles Lakers suffered their first loss of the playoffs with a blowout Game 4 defeat against the Houston Rockets. The Lakers are still in firm control of the series, up 3-1 as things shift back to Los Angeles for Game 5, but the team would love to get some good […] The post Lakers rumors: Austin Reaves set to return vs. Rockets. What about Luka Doncic? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

On Monday evening, the Detroit Pistons fell into an inexplicable 3-1 hole in their first round playoff series against the Orlando Magic with a brutal 94-88 loss on the road in Game 4. The Pistons continued to struggle mightily to put the ball in the basket during this game, and the team is now in […] The post Pistons urged to make Kevin Durant trade by Jeff Teague amid flop vs. Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

NEW YORK (AP) — Ex-NBA player Damon Jones becomes first defendant to plead guilty in a gambling sweep that netted more than 30 arrests.

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Tina Charles is still an unsigned free agent. Will she get the chance to continue her WNBA career in 2026?

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Vlade Divac reflects on trade for Kobe Bryant with changed perspective.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves had no answer for the onslaught of the Denver Nuggets in Game 5 of their first-round battle in the playoffs at Ball Arena on Monday, absorbing a one-sided defeat, 125-113. Unlike in Game 4, the Timberwolves’ offense looked stagnant without Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo, who are out with a knee injury […] The post Timberwolves insider ponders potential Game 6 X-factor late into night after ugly loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nikola Jokic delivered a 27-point, 16-assist, 12-rebound triple-double Monday to keep the Denver Nuggets' season alive, as they defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 125-113 in Game 5. The series shifts to Minneapolis for Game 6 on Thursday with the Nuggets favored by 6.5 points. Oddsmakers now give the Nuggets a 61 percent probability of winning the series and completing the 3-1 comeback. Denver entered as an 11-point favorite against a Timberwolves squad already missing injured stars Anthony ...

The Eastern Conference First Round returns to the world's most famous arena this Tuesday, April 28, as the New York Knicks host the Atlanta Hawks for a critical Game 5. Following a dominant 114-98 statement victory by the Knicks on Saturday, this best-of-seven series is deadlocked at 2-2. With the momentum shifting back to Manhattan, both teams are now effectively in a three-game sprint to the second round. Catch every high-stakes moment live on Peacock. Game 4 was a masterclass by Karl-Antho...

An NBA insider believes Jalen Duren could be the long-term solution for the Lakers at the center spot.

The Boston Celtics host the Philadelphia 76ers at TD Garden on Tuesday night, as the home side has a big opportunity to close out the series.

The Orlando Magic are staring at history as they face the Detroit Pistons in Game 5 of the NBA Playoffs, with the run now tied to a rare path. This Magic-Pistons matchup carries weight. It carries undeniable pressure. According to The Sporting News’ Dan Treacy, only six No. 8 seeds have ever taken down a […] The post Magic looking to become 7th 8-seed to upset 1-seed. When was last time? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Calipari continues to prove that he's clearly winning the breakup following his departure from Kentucky in 2024

Jaden McDaniels got more pushback from the Denver Nuggets and their fans as he heard constant boos from the crowd all evening. All it did was embolden McDaniels, the antagonistic Minnesota Timberwolves forward who's worked his way under the skin of Nuggets Nation through his words and his actions. Following a 125-113 loss to Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series on Monday night, McDaniels insisted he wouldn't be back in Denver anytime soon.

Stephon Castle's jump-shooting was a concern for the Spurs coming into the playoffs, but he has put those concerns to rest.

The Phoenix Suns were swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder.

The Rockets get a bigger name and a better fit while the Clippers get a young star to build their team around.

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green has a lot of free time these days after they failed to qualify for the playoffs. He can fully discuss various topics, serious or mundane, about the NBA on his podcast. In the latest episode, he chimed in on the issue regarding the ownership of the Portland Trail Blazers, […] The post Warriors’ Draymond Green calls for overlooked player standards needed in every arena appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kyrie Irving did Cooper Flagg a solid here with this video.

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Jeremy Woo's NBA mock drafts for the 2026 cycle, including projected teams for Peterson, Dybantsa and Boozer.