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The Minnesota Lynx have clinched a playoff berth and the Washington Mystics are climbing up the standings -- and our power rankings.

The Indiana Fever have once again become the center of the basketball universe. But this time around, the focus is on their head coach, with a ton of debate centered on Stephanie White and DiJonai Carrington.

As WNBA detractors call for Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White to be fired, ESPN’s Andraya Carter is pushing back on the disingenuous critics. The latest WNBA controversy to garner national attention stemmed from Chicago Sky guard DiJonai Carrington committing a flagrant foul by elbowing Indiana’s Sophie Cunningham in the face while attempting a chase-down…

Sonia Citron is having a great overall season, but she's still struggling in one key area.

The book on Wilson was that he couldn't shoot. About that ...

Arkansas coach John Calipari has assembled his deepest roster on paper since arriving to Fayetteville in 2024

The NBA on Tuesday released its schedule for opening week and Christmas Day, tickling the fans with a slew of must-see matchups. Opening day is set on October 20 with a triple-header. The curtain-raiser will feature the Detroit Pistons hosting the Boston Celtics at Little Caesars Arena. It will be a clash between two contenders […] The post Why Celtics-Pistons showdown is opening NBA season in afternoon appeared first on ClutchPoints.

WNBA wins on brains. Sophie Cunningham just said it.

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 11: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs posts up against Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors in the first half at Chase Center on February 11, 2026 in San Francisco, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) | Getty Images It’s day t...

SAN FRANCISCO – The only feeling that adequately summarizes the Golden State Warriors’ tepid offseason is deja vu. After all, what changed? The Warriors are returning a roster that won only 37-games and failed to get out of the Play-In game. They re-signed Draymond Green, Kristaps Porzingis, Al Horford, De’Anthony Melton, and Gary Payton II […] The post Warriors’ Mike Dunleavy fires back at critics of offseason strategy appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Philadelphia 76ers' G League affiliate, the Delaware Blue Coats, announced Tuesday that they are holding open tryouts in September and October.

The Portland Fire may be without multiple key players in Wednesday night’s game against the Minnesota Lynx.

The Celtics will once again compete for the Emirates NBA Cup this season — and they’ll look to secure the franchise’s first in-season tournament championship. Now, we know when that will happen, and against whom, as the NBA has unveiled the entire NBA Cup schedule as part of a week-long schedule rollout. The Celtics are in Group C, which means they’ll compete against the Atlanta Hawks, Chicago Bulls, Charlotte Hornets and Washington Wizards. They failed to make it out of the group stage round...

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The Golden State Warriors' 2026 NBA Cup schedule has been released, featuring a marquee matchup with Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs.

The Sacramento Kings' 2026 NBA Cup West Group C schedule has been released, featuring a matchup vs. De'Aaron Fox and the San Antonio Spurs.

MIAMI, FLORIDA - APRIL 07: Quentin Grimes #5 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts during the second quarter against the Miami Heat at Kaseya Center on April 07, 2025 in Miami, Florida. 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 Megan Briggs/Getty Images) | Getty Images While not the biggest gamble of the offseason, the Lakers certainly commit...

A star-studded doubleheader will lead the NBA action for the day after Thanksgiving.

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The Sixers know their road ahead for the 2026 NBA Cup.

WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 25: Alexandre Sarr #20 of the Washington Wizards dunks the ball during the game against the Atlanta Hawks during a 2025-26 Emirates NBA Cup game on November 25, 2025 at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. 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 Stephen Gosling/N...

Diving deeper into the addition of LeBron James and how the legend will fit with the Sixers.

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KOC reacts to Russell Westbrook’s retirement and the sale of the Lakers to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner.

The NBA’s 2026-27 schedule rollout has begun, and opening night will feature three highly-anticipated matchups from both conferences. The festivities of the new season will...

While many debate the value of trading Austin Reaves, Lakers insiders come together to discuss what it would actually take to part with the star guard.

Here are five landing spots that could give Peyton Watson the best chance to earn a bigger role, a major payday, and grow into a future NBA star.

Kelsey Mitchell led the way for the home squad with 28 points, three rebounds, three assists and two steals. Caitlin Clark broke her own record for most games with 20+ points and 10+ assists in WNBA history. Mitchell and Clark are currently the second and third leading scorers in the WNBA, respectively.

Selection Sunday for 2027 March Madness will be Sunday, March 14, when the 76-team fields for the men's and women's NCAA DI basketball tournaments will be announced.