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The perpetual underrating of Toronto continues in one of the most anticipated games of the fall

Long before Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns, long before the New York Knicks broke a 50+ year drought of winning an NBA championship, Hall of Fame big man Amar’e Stoudemire made the franchise relevant after a disappointing 2000’s. The same offseason when LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh teamed up in South Beach, Stoudemire […] The post Jeremy Lin gives Amar’e Stoudemire props for Hall of Fame career appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Indiana Fever play the Toronto Tempo tonight, Aug. 18: Score updates, highlights, start time, where to watch.

If you’re a Laker fan, go see your doctor.  Your blood pressure is high. You have new crease lines on your forehead from shock. You have whiplash from shaking your head in disbelief.  This offseason has been heart pounding. It has been eyebrow raising. It has been jarring.  LeBron James stunned the world by leaving...

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - MARCH 12: AJ Storr #2 of the Ole Miss Rebels reacts during the first half against the Georgia Bulldogs in the second round of the 2026 SEC Men's Basketball Tournament at Bridgestone Arena on March 12, 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Johnnie Izquierdo/Getty Images) | Getty Images Following the implementation of the 5-in-5 rule in college basketball this offseason has been a nightmare, and the high school class of 2022 filing lawsuits in numerous states makes it a...

For quite some time during the early days of the offseason, New Orleans Pelicans were the only team that had not made any new roster moves. They re-signed veteran DeAndre Jordan to a contract and re-signed second-year big man Hunter Dickinson to another two-way contract, but were pretty much quiet otherwise. Over the past few […] The post Pelicans sign SEC star in latest roster move appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Kelsey Plum trade has backfired on the Phoenix Mercury. With Plum currently injured, the team's WNBA playoff hopes are essentially dead.

TORONTO, CANADA - MAY 1: RJ Barrett #9 of the Toronto Raptors reacts after a basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers CLECAV during Game Six of the First Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena on May 1, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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 Cole Burston/Getty Images) | Getty I...

The Pelicans have waived Hunter Dickinson, Michael Scotto reports for HoopsHype (via Twitter). Dickinson re-signed on a two-way contract with New Orleans in July after playing on a two-way contract for them last season. The 7’1″ second-year center played five games for the Pelicans last season, scoring 12 points and blocking two shots in 42 […]

In the last few years, the WNBA, through player development, superstardom, and a burgeoning global platform, has continued to make strides. Players enter the league looking to become household names, with their own shoe deal, endorsements, and a level of visibility heretofore unseen.

SACRAMENTO, CA - APRIL 11: Phoenix Suns head coach Mike D'Antoni meets with Sacramento Kings head coach Rick Adelman before their teams take on each other at Arco Arena on April 11, 2006 in Sacramento, California. The Suns won 123-110. 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 2006 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/...

Speaking to NetsDaily, Nets governor Joe Tsai admitted that he wasn’t thrilled about the fact that his team’s cross-town rivals won a title in June, but he made it clear it won’t impact how he runs his own franchise. “Every year, some team is going to win a championship,” Tsai said. “So it happens that […]

Mark Ingram is leaving after 11 years as UAB athletic director, with men's basketball coach Andy Kennedy becoming interim AD during a search for a replacement.

Former Orlando Magic forward Horace Grant believes Penny Hardaway could have developed into one of the 10 greatest players in NBA history if injuries had not derailed the star guard’s career. In a recent interview with Kyle Odegard of Casino.ca, Grant reflected on playing alongside Hardaway during the Magic’s rise into an Eastern Conference contender […] The post Horace Grant makes bold top-10 all-time claim about Magic legend Penny Hardaway appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Indiana Pacers were just one game away from winning the NBA Finals two seasons ago when they faced the Oklahoma City Thunder. In Game 7, Tyrese Haliburton tore his Achilles after dealing with a strained calf throughout the series, and it was tough for the Pacers to overcome his absence. Haliburton recently spoke about […] The post Tyrese Haliburton’s NSFW callout of Kendrick Perkins for saying he should sit NBA Finals Game 7 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum is preparing for the 2026-27 season after playing only 16 regular-season games last season while recovering from the torn Achilles tendon he suffered during the 2025 playoffs. As the new campaign approaches, Tatum has already returned to offseason work, recently joining head coach Joe Mazzulla for a boxing session. The […] The post Watch Celtics’ Jayson Tatum’s intense offseason training with Joe Mazzulla appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Oklahoma City Thunder went 64-18 last season. Their win total was greater than any other team in the NBA, and the then-defending champions followed up a successful regular season with a deep postseason run in which they went all the way to Game 7 in the Western Conference Finals. Even so, the lack of […] The post Thunder 2026-27 NBA season predictions after schedule release appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Sunday marked a momentous occasion for Phoenix basketball, as a true legend of the city, Diana Taurasi, had her jersey retired. This season hasn’t been very great for the Mercury, and they even lost to the Portland Fire, 88-85, on what was supposed to be a night of celebration. But at the very least, immortalizing […] The post Suns’ Devin Booker shares a special moment with Diana Taurasi during special night appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Sunday night belonged to Diana Taurasi, one of the greatest basketball players of all-time, as she saw the Phoenix Mercury, the team she spent the entirety of her 20-year WNBA career with, immortalized her by retiring her jersey number 3. Considering how brilliant Taurasi was during her playing days, this is the least she deserves. […] The post 76ers’ LeBron James reminds everyone what Diana Taurasi means to basketball appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Detroit Pistons are coming off a season in which they won 60 games, and they came so close to making it to the Eastern Conference Finals — falling short to the Cleveland Cavaliers after a hard-fought seven-game series in the second round of the 2026 NBA playoffs. Cade Cunningham is one of the fastest-rising […] The post Why Pistons’ Cade Cunningham did not bother to recruit LeBron James appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The NBA released the schedule for all 30 teams towards the end of last week, and the Miami Heat now know that they will be facing the Minnesota Timberwolves on the 21st of October to begin their life in the 2026-27 regular season. Both of these teams pulled off blockbuster trades this offseason, with the […] The post Heat star Bam Adebayo’s 6-word reaction to facing Timberwolves in season opener appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Weeks removed from his retirement, two teams reportedly offered Russell Westbrook a contract this summer — the Washington Wizards and the Sacramento Kings. Coming off a renaissance season where he averaged 15.2 points, 6.7 assists, 5.4 rebounds, and 1.3 steals for the Kings, Westbrook’s retirement announcement came as a surprise. Now, reported details of those […] The post Why Russell Westbrook said no thanks to Wizards, Kings before retiring appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Denver Nuggets need some rhythm. After a 54-win season that ended far earlier than it should have, Denver enters 2026-27 with a familiar core. They also have a reworked supporting cast and a schedule that could help David Adelman establish that rhythm. The Nuggets open the campaign with a nationally televised road matchup against […] The post Nuggets 2026-27 NBA season predictions after schedule release appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Washington Wizards are looking to compete this season, which means that the days of them being near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings should be over. With the selection of AJ Dybantsa in the NBA Draft and acquiring Trae Young and Anthony Davis during last season’s trade deadline, they have the makings of […] The post NBA rumors: Wizards linked again to DeMar DeRozan after Russell Westbrook stiff-arm appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The New Orleans Pelicans added depth to their frontline on Monday after signing a sixth-year forward who is still trying to find a permanent home in the NBA. Trendon Watford has agreed to a short-term deal with the Pelicans. He spent last season with the Philadelphia 76ers. He could be a solid addition for New […] The post Pelicans add ex-76ers forward who posted triple-double last season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Dallas Mavericks carry a roster that feels genuinely unpredictable. The talent and athleticism are obvious, of course. The arrival of Zaccharie Risacher has only intensified the sense that Dallas is attempting to build something far more dynamic around Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg. Now, potential does not automatically translate into victories, particularly in the […] The post Mavericks 2026-27 NBA season predictions after schedule release appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The bulk of free agency has come and gone, but the Phoenix Suns are still making moves to bolster their roster. The team that exceeded all expectations last season with a gritty roster has prioritized bringing back their own players. That continued with the re-signing of Haywood Highsmith. The 6-foot-5 guard originally went undrafted in […] The post Suns bringing back 37.9% 3-point shooter in free agency appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Ahead of All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Miami Heat’s new era in 2026-27, Jeff Teague doesn’t think the 2021 Finals MVP can duplicate the success that of the Jimmy Butler era. For the first time in his career, Antetokounmpo leaves behind a 13-year run with the Milwaukee Bucks, joining forces with Bam Adebayo. However, Teague […] The post Jeff Teague slaps Heat’s Giannis Antetokounmpo with harsh Jimmy Butler reality appeared first on ClutchPoints.

With the schedule officially out, the path forward for the Los Angeles Clippers is looking relatively positive. Though they are building for a young core, are the Clippers still considering Bennedict Mathurin’s return after re-signing Bradley Beal? However, the answer to this could be anything but simple. LA signed Beal on Friday on a two-year […] The post Clippers rumors: Is Bennedict Mathurin return still on table after Bradley Beal re-signing? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Dallas Mavericks veteran Klay Thompson’s future remains uncertain. Thompson’s been reportedly linked to the Miami Heat as a potential trade destination, but new teams have emerged. ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel revealed other potential trade suitors and a possible buyout, as the Mavericks weigh their options. The Los Angeles Lakers and the Golden State Warriors have also […] The post Klay Thompson’s Mavericks fate remains undecided as speculation swirls appeared first on ClutchPoints.