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Bob Iger, former chief executive officer of The Walt Disney Co., during the Allen & Co. Media and Technology Conference in Sun Valley, Idaho, US, on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. The event brings together many of the biggest names in AI, media and technology. Photographer: David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images | Bloomberg via Getty Images For most people, an impulse purchase is a candy on display near the checkout counter. For Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, it’s the Lakers. In just 72 hours, th...

Observing that August 11 came and went without a contract extension for Miles McBride, Jared Schwartz of The New York Post (subscription required) makes the case that Tuesday represented a “soft deadline” for a new deal for the Knicks guard. In Schwartz’s view, McBride is now unlikely to receive an extension before the February 11 trade […]

Dip your toe into the NBA waters, Utah. Don’t be scared.

Legendary WNBA star Angel McCoughtry is accusing the league's players of having an ulterior motive with their behavior on and off the court. When it comes to the drama surrounding the WNBA today, how much of it is genuine, and how much of it is manufactured for attention? McCoughtry, a five-time ...

Backed by elite uptempo scoring, the Sparks offer maximum underdog value on tonight’s moneyline against a vulnerable New York defense in our top WNBA picks for Thursday, Aug. 13.

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As the WNBA faces manufactured controversies meant to cause political alarm, Stephen A. Smith is accusing it of running from its issues. The latest issue to receive national attention stems from a flagrant foul. DiJonai Carrington of the Chicago Sky committed a flagrant foul when she elbowed Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham in the face…

The Los Angeles Lakers rocked the sports world on Wednesday. Owner Mark Walter sold the Lakers to former Disney CEO Bob Iger and Josh Kushner for $12.5 billion. One year after Walter acquired the Lakers from Jeanne Buss for $10 billion, the franchise is scrambling. Certain names will remain in place for now, such as […] The post Lakers rumors: Ramona Shelburne gives eye-opening Chris Paul advice to Bob Iger after franchise purchase appeared first on ClutchPoints.

With the NBA season just over two months away, Ivica Zubac is ready for the new season. Tyrese Haliburton is ready to return after missing the 2025-26 season and dismissed concerns over his ability to play with him, according to Hoops Hype. “I have had zero court time with Zu. But I don’t think that’s […] The post Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton fires back at concerns over Ivica Zubac revelation appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Steve Kerr has been just as synonymous with the Golden State Warriors’ golden age of success as the likes of Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. The Warriors head coach made a dramatic U-turn after reportedly being very close to retiring at the end of last season, recently signing a two-year deal to extend his stay. […] The post Warriors owner Joe Lacob’s ‘Hall of Fame’ bar on bringing back Steve Kerr amid retirement speculation appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Nine-time All-Star Damian Lillard’s comeback season for the Portland Blazers is near. After his two seasons with the Milwaukee Bucks, Blazers guard Lillard spent the 2025-26 season rehabbing from a ruptured Achilles injury. He did participate in last season’s 3-point contest at All-Star weekend, taking home the title after tying Larry Bird and Craig Hodges’ […] The post Blazers’ Damian Lillard comeback season loading with new video from lab appeared first on ClutchPoints.

If there is a time to keep moving the momentum forward, it is the month of August during the WNBA season. This month particularly has been good to the Liberty thus far, despite having just lost to the Indiana Fever on a barrage of Kelsey Mitchell and Caitlin Clark buckets. With a 4-1 record in […]

NEW YORK -- The Sparks are back on the road for the next three games.

Within a story about the Lakers’ shocking sale to Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger, ESPN’s Dave McMenamin takes a look at how the pending transaction could impact expansion. Kushner and Iger’s group was one of several pursuing an expansion team in Las Vegas, and McMenamin hears from a league office source that the NBA is […]

The NBA is prioritizing a Las Vegas expansion sale ahead of a potential Seattle sale, according to a league office source who spoke with ESPN. The move aims to lock in a premium franchise fee that would set a precedent for future expansion costs. There has been significantly more competition for the Las Vegas market compared to Seattle. Several groups remain in contention for the Las Vegas franchise even after Bob Iger and Josh Kushner exited the bidding to instead purchase the Los Angeles La...

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 23: Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry #30 talks with Indiana Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton #0 after the Pacer's 111-105 NBA win at the Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, Dec. 23, 2024. (Jane Tyska/Digital First Media/East Bay Times via Getty Images) | MediaNews Group via Getty Images Playing with Steph Curry means you aren’t going to get a lot of holidays off. This year, the Warriors won’t be part of the league’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Day s...

SAN ANTONIO, TX - APRIL 21: Deni Avdija #8 of the Portland Trail Blazers is guarded by Stephon Castle #5 of the San Antonio Spurs during Round One Game Two of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 21, 2026 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. 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 (Photos by M...

Hoops Rumors is checking in on the 2026 offseason for all 30 NBA teams, recapping the summer’s free agent signings, trades, draft picks, departures, and more. We’ll take a look at each team’s offseason moves and consider what might still be coming before the regular season begins. Today, we’re focusing on the Indiana Pacers. Free […]

The World Cup will take place in early September. It could pose a challenge for some WNBA teams.

Indiana's All-Star big slammed fans for the jeers.

Times are changing for the Los Angeles Lakers, and they’re changing fast after the team was sold by Mark Walter to former Walt Disney CEO Bob Iger and venture capitalist Josh Kushner. With so much happening so fast for the organization, television personalities have offered strong opinions. None stronger than Stephen A. Smith, who believes...

The WNBA is assigning blame for the "toxicity" surrounding the league right now. There's been a lot of drama surrounding the WNBA in recent weeks. There have been conversations about the league's treatment of Caitlin Clark, reactions to Sophie Cunningham's opinion on transgender athletes, DiJonai ...

Kelsey Mitchell and Kahleah Copper stand out among the biggest NBA 2K27 WNBA rating snubs after their strong performances this season.

CHICAGO, IL - AUGUST 5: Monique Akoa Makani #1 of the Los Angeles Sparks shoots a free throw during the game against the Chicago Sky on August 5, 2026 at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL. 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 Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images W...

It’s been crystal clear that Stephen Curry is looking to retire anytime soon. He is entering the season with the Golden State Warriors on an expiring $62.5 million contract. On August 29, he will be eligible for a two-year extension reported up to $136.7 million. At 38, Curry’s retirement will certainly come, and for many […] The post Joe Lacob demands patience from desperate fans with Stephen Curry nearing retirement appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Golden State Warriors reportedly expressed interest in trading for LA Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard ahead of last season’s trade deadline. Amid the NBA’s investigation into Leonard’s shady endorsement deals this summer, the Warriors’ approach to a potential deal with the Clippers wasn’t considered before LA reached a deal with the Toronto Raptors. As the NBA […] The post Insider thinks Clippers investigation spooked Kawhi Leonard trade suitors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Russell Westbrook played 18 seasons in the NBA. His career was one of the most polarizing ever. His resume, statistics, basketball impact, and longevity prove that he is one of the greatest players in NBA history. However, he has had his fair share of critics, too, and there are undeniable flaws with his skill set. […] The post Where does Russell Westbrook rank amongst the greatest players in NBA history? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Beyond the star-studded starting group, the Sixers totally revamped their bench.

The lead broadcaster on NBC's "Sunday Night Baseball," Jason Benetti will call between 10-20 NBA regular-season and playoff games for the network.

San Antonio Spurs forward Carter Bryant learned during his rookie season that Gregg Popovich was not going to sugarcoat his criticism, even after stepping away from his longtime role as the team’s head coach. During the latest episode of The Road Trippin’ Podcast, Bryant recalled a workout in which Popovich ripped apart his jab step […] The post The time Gregg Popovich ripped Spurs rookie a new one over ‘worst jab step’ ever appeared first on ClutchPoints.