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Despite making sacrifices for the team, Victor Wembanyama seems to drawing some criticism for taking a pay cut in his latest contract extension.

Lakers guard Adou Thiero has shown progress during Vegas Summer League action, averaging 17.5 points and 4.0 rebounds in the last two games. Thiero appeared in 25 NBA contests during his rookie season but only averaged six minutes per game. “He took what was in front of him. He attacked matchups,” Summer League coach Ty […]

Here are three blockbuster trades the Spurs could pursue after Victor Wembanyama’s discount extension gave them more long-term flexibility.

After the fiasco of the altercation between Miami Heat captain Bam Adebayo and former teammate Tyler Herro, there is no denying that some are blowing the story out of proportion. With rumors surrounding what stemmed from the incident between Adebayo and Herro, Danny Green would give some insight into the “fight” from someone who knew […] The post Heat coach tells Danny Green the Bam Adebayo-Tyler Herro fight was overhyped appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Minnesota Timberwolves have made headlines by executing a blockbuster trade to acquire LaMelo Ball from the Charlotte Hornets, pairing him with superstar Anthony Edwards to reshape their backcourt. This bold move has generated immense excitement around the league, prompting ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins to declare this 24-year-old duo as the “best f***ing backcourt in the […] The post Timberwolves ‘not negotiable’ challenge for Anthony Edwards with LaMelo Ball aboard appeared first on ClutchPoi...

The No. 35 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft joins Denver after being acquired from the Spurs L'articolo Denver Nuggets sign Trevon Brazile to four-year deal proviene da Sportando.

Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors are certainly focused on recruiting free agent LeBron James, as they make yet another attempt to extend their championship ambitions, but the greatest shooter of all time dedicated his attention to another title pursuit on Sunday. Curry sought excellence at the American Century Championship in South Lake Tahoe, […] The post Warriors’ Stephen Curry takes tough L, but it has nothing to do with LeBron James appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Detroit Pistons have had an eventful offseason, watching as Tobias Harris departed to join the San Antonio Spurs in free agency, while signing John Collins as a potential replacement. One huge story still hovering over the team revolves around the future of big man Jalen Duren, who has yet to sign an offer sheet […] The post What’s latest on Jalen Duren amid Pistons contract drama? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

As the LeBron James sweepstakes continue, the Philadelphia 76ers are one of the teams who are rumored to still be in the race for him. It makes perfect sense, especially after trading for Jaylen Brown, and the argument is that they have the most talent at every position, unlike some of the other teams. A […] The post NBA rumors: 76ers urged to trade Joel Embiid for Anthony Davis to land LeBron James appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Recently, the Denver Nuggets made headlines when they released backup center Jonas Valanciunas. Valanciunas had an up and down season with the Nuggets last year, at times providing solid backup minutes behind Nikola Jokic, but also finding himself largely played off the floor in their playoff series loss vs the Minnesota Timberwolves. In the days […] The post Jonas Valanciunas claps back at Euro signing report after Nuggets release appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Aday Mara knows some critics are already skeptical of his ability to limit San Antonio Spurs All-Star Victor Wembanyama. While re-signing Isaiah Hartenstein to a three-year extension will keep GM Sam Presti’s two seven-footers in head coach Mark Daigneault’s starting lineup, Mara’s a significant part of the Thunder’s future. Aday, who […] The post Thunder’s Aday Mara spouts off blunt reaction to ‘anti-Wembanyama’ label appeared first on ClutchPoints.

One rumor that has been permeating in NBA circles recently is that the Los Angeles Lakers and Atlanta Hawks have discussed a sign-and-trade scenario that would send Jonathan Kuminga to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for a package centered around Jarred Vanderbilt. The deal would give the Lakers an athletic wing to pair alongside […] The post NBA rumors: 1 key hold-up in Lakers-Hawks Jonathan Kuminga trade talks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The two remain the Suns’ most enticing young prospects and are looking to act as leaders for the young squad.

Every weekend, we update the Nets off-season with information, gossip, etc. to help fans get ready for … whatever.

After signing his new deal, the guard is set for a bigger role alongside Luka Doncic L'articolo Austin Reaves ready for Lakers’ new era without LeBron James proviene da Sportando.

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The Los Angeles Lakers have had quite the eventful offseason, headlined by the fact that LeBron James will be leaving in free agency for a team yet to be announced. The Lakers also signed Austin Reaves to a max contract, solidifying him as Luka Doncic’s backcourt partner for the long term. Recently, Lakers general manager […] The post Lakers’ Rob Pelinka breaks silence on Austin Reaves’ $185 million contract appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Los Angeles Lakers went on a spending spree once the NBA free agency period began in an effort to retool the roster and put a contending group around the star backcourt of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. One of the new players the Lakers brought in was veteran guard Collin Sexton who signed a […] The post Collin Sexton reveals reason for signing with Lakers that fans will love appeared first on ClutchPoints.

With this being Brittney Griner’s first and last season with the Connecticut Sun, the star center is certainly making a lasting impact – especially as of late. There is no doubt that she is leading her team as a collective, but what about her individual accomplishments? Griner Making History on Sun Griner set the all-time […] The post How Is Brittney Griner Leaving Her Connecticut Sun Mark? appeared first on The Lead.

The Chicago Bulls are in the throes of the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, where the newbies get their feet wet. In the shadow of Caleb Wilson’s exploits sits fellow rookie Dailyn Swain out of Texas. Swain struggled in his first game against the Memphis Grizzlies last Friday, finishing with 7 points, 4 rebounds, […] The post Dailyn Swain drops ‘in my head’ truth bomb on 1st Summer League game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Los Angeles Lakers announced they have signed center Kevon Looney to a one-year contract that is reported to be worth $3.9 million. It will go on the books as a veteran minimum deal for the Lakers. An 11-year veteran, Looney spent last season with the New Orleans Pelicans after spending the first 10 years […]

With the altercation between Miami Heat captain Bam Adebayo and former teammate Tyler Herro, there have been a lot of sentiments that have come out around the two players. As rumors will surround the incident between Adebayo and Herro, how the team views the former could be an indication of what went down. According to […] The post Heat rumors: Why Bam Adebayo is viewed as Miami ‘royalty, modern-day Udonis Haslem’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The 2026 NBA Summer League has become the stepping stone for one of the most talented draft classes in NBA history. No.4 pick Caleb Wilson scored 35 points in his debut with the Chicago Bulls. Meanwhile, No. 3 pick Darryn Peterson became a two-way threat over four games with the Utah Jazz. However, Wilson and […] The post Why Caleb Wilson won’t face Darryn Peterson in Summer League showdown appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Denver Nuggets had high expectations coming into last season, but they were let down in the playoffs, losing in the first round to the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Nuggets had some things working against them, one of which included injuries, but they also were simply dominated in the final games of the series. Christian Braun […] The post Christian Braun’s defiant declaration on Nuggets ‘getting punched in mouth’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

With the Miami Heat trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis Jr., the team would give up players who had made an impact on the franchise, such as Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kel’el Ware, and Kasparas Jakucionis. Jaquez’s live reactions to the Heat trade became a viral video as he gave insight into that […] The post Jaime Jaquez Jr. reveals true story behind viral video of ‘devastating’ Heat-Giannis Antetokounmpo trade reaction appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Hall of Fame forward Paul Pierce weighed in on the reported fight between Miami Heat’s former teammates Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro. As the NBA world continues to address Herro and Adebayo’s fight at summer league, Pierce delivered a harsh truth about Herro. Pierce believes Herro wasn’t ready for the smoke with Adebayo before the […] The post Former Heat forward Tyler Herro ‘wrote a check his a** couldn’t cash,’ Paul Pierce declares appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Dallas Mavericks are entering a new era for their team next season, and it feels like it revolves around Cooper Flagg. Along with Flagg, the team will also have Kyrie Irving to lean on, as he’ll be back healthy after missing last year recovering from his ACL injury. Flagg and Irving were seen at […] The post Mavericks rumors: Insider teases another move as Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving link up at Summer League appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Noa Essengue’s rookie season with the Chicago Bulls ended during the first half of last season due to a shoulder injury. He is making his comeback during the 2026 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. Essengue returned to the floor last Friday against the Memphis Grizzlies. He came away with 10 points, 5 rebounds, and […] The post Bulls insider sends patient warning to fans about Noa Essengue after injury return in Summer League appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Many were surprised when the Charlotte Hornets recently opted to trade point guard LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for a package centered around big man Naz Reid. The move came just months after the Hornets’ most successful season in a decade, one which ended in the play-in round against the Orlando Magic, […] The post Why did Hornets trade LaMelo Ball to Timberwolves? President explains ‘most difficult’ decision appeared first on ClutchPoints.