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The Heat continue to be linked to Klay Thompson. Not everyone believes he’s the best remaining option. According to Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel, one longtime NBA scout believes Miami would be better off pursuing DeMar DeRozan if the Heat are looking to add another veteran scorer before the season. “He’s got […] The post Scout: DeMar DeRozan would be better fit than Klay Thompson for Heat appeared first on Hoops Wire.

LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 28: Dallas Mavericks guard Brandon Williams (10) giarded by Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (7) during the NBA Cup game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Los Angeles Lakers on November 28, 2025, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Golden State Warriors still need to add some players to fill out their roster, and it seems they’ve narrowed down the candidates. ...

LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 10: Lakers head coach JJ Redick points to a player during a game with the Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles Tuesday, March 10, 2026. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) After years of searching for better frontcourt play, the Lakers made big changes this offseason. Gone are Deandre Ayton, Maxi Kleber and Jaxson Hayes. In their replacement, the Lakers took a big swing by trading for Walker Kessler and signing Kevon Looney. Kessler is th...

DENVER , CO - MARCH 25: Peyton Watson (8) of the Denver Nuggets reacts to making a corner three pointer during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 142-135 win over the Dallas Mavericks at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post) | Denver Post via Getty Images The Cleveland Cavaliers are firmly in the mix for both Jonathan Kuminga and Peyton Watson. Both forwards would be acquired via a sign-and-trade, with Max Strus and Dennis Schr...

Let’s take a look at what happened in the Pacific Division.

The Cavs are in the mix for two different wings on the trading block.

Paige Bueckers’ fourth-quarter heroics have led to wins for the Dallas Wings, but is relying on one player a sustainable strategy?

There’s a beautiful kind of joy that comes from watching a fanbase feel invincible for exactly one quarter. Rewind to Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals, the Cavaliers are up 22. Donovan Mitchell’s cooking, the crowd at the Garden is booing its own team, and somewhere in Cleveland, ten years of championship famine is doing that thing where it lets itself believe again. You know the feeling. Warriors fans have watched enough other fanbases live inside it to recognize the exact shape of th...

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 26: Michael Porter Jr. #17 of the Brooklyn Nets looks on during the game against the San Antonio Spurs at Barclays Center on February 26, 2026 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ishika Samant/Getty Images) | Getty Images Michael Porter Jr. had a career year an...

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The surging Atlanta Dream (17-10) bring a four-game winning streak into Friday night’s matchup at the Gateway Center with the struggling Seattle Storm (6-24), who have lost seven straight. How to Watch Seattle Storm vs Atlanta Dream Allisha Gray scored…

PORTLAND, OR - APRIL 24: Donovan Clingan #23 of the Portland Trail Blazers prays before the game against the San Antonio Spurs during Round One Game Three of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 24, 2026 at the Moda Center Arena in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Brian...

LeBron James' agent, Rich Paul, analyzes the new-look 76ers.

Amtrak is ready to help LeBron James out with a potential commute to play for the Philadelphia 76ers.

CLEVELAND, OHIO - JANUARY 28: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers talks to a teammate during the second quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena on January 28, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans ac...

James has hurt his relationship with Cleveland.

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Would Los Angeles Sparks forward Cameron Brink actually be a viable trade candidate for the Indiana Fever?

CHARLOTTE - March-11: John Starks #3 of the New York Knicks drives to the basket against the Charlotte Hornets at Charlotte Coliseum on April 28,1997 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1997 NBAE (Photo by Tim O'Dell/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Let’s cut r...

The Warriors are bringing back forward Gary Payton II on a one-year, $3.9 million veteran minimum deal, sources said.

Although veteran wing Klay Thompson has been repeatedly cited as the Heat‘s top remaining target after LeBron James signed with Philadelphia, an anonymous scout from an opposing team isn’t particularly high on what the 36-year-old could bring to the table, writes Ira Winderman of The South Florida Sun Sentinel. It’s worth reiterating that Thompson is still […]

The Boston Celtics have had a disappointing offseason, and their only chance to redeem themselves may have just gone up in the air.

The Fever made a roster move on Friday with the signing of Michelle Onyiah out of the new UPSHOT pro league.

Tom Dundon’s tenure as owner of the Portland Trail Blazers has not gotten off to a good start. Beginning with the reported low ball negotiations with former head coach Tiago Splitter, trying to cut costs during the playoffs and the strange contract agreed upon with new head coach Micah Nori. In the midst of all […] The post Blazers exec takes bold tactic of ripping city to shreds in contentious Moda Center talks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Make sure to subscribe to Clutch Scoops on YouTube and follow @ClutchPoints on X so you don’t miss the weekly live show with all the latest NBA intel every Thursday afternoon. LeBron James has made his decision, and it’s one that has shocked the NBA world. The NBA’s all-time leading scorer isn’t going back to […] The post Clutch Scoops: LeBron joins 76ers, Warriors-Steph Curry future, RFA market, NBA offseason intel appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Signing LeBron James was a big move for the Sixers, and that means one thing for V.J. Edgecombe.

The Clippers and Raptors agreed to a blockbuster trade for Leonard in June, but it has yet to be finalized

CHARLOTTE, NC - MARCH 3: Miles Bridges #0 of the Charlotte Hornets smiles during the game against the Golden State Warriors on March 3, 2025 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Erin Mizelle/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images...

The Indiana Fever signed Michelle Onyiah to a developmental roster spot, making her the first player from the Upshot League to land a WNBA deal.

The Rockets had a disappointing second half and end to the year. It could mean a quick end to the Kevin Durant era.