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Indiana Fever guard sparked nationwide conversation and debate, and also reached unprecedented levels of celebrity, after her comments on transgender athletes participating in women’s sports. “I got a lot of negative feedback about me hating trans. And I’m like, ‘I never once said that,’” she told ESPN in a July profile. “I think that I am…

What can fans expect from James next season when it comes to scoring? The odds say a little less than usual.

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 Boston Celtics. Free […]

The Indiana Fever have been enjoying an excellent season, currently sitting at 24-12 heading into Thursday’s game against the Dallas Wings. Caitlin Clark has been at the center of it all, averaging 22.1 points and 8.3 assists for the season and taking another step forward in her superstar run. Clark’s strong season has garnered considerable MVP […] The post Fever news: Caitlin Clark MVP buzz heating up, but she's no match for A'ja Wilson appeared first on ClutchPoints.

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 08: Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers in action during Game Three of the Second Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs against the New York Knicks at Xfinity Mobile Arena on May 08, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 Emilee Chinn/Getty Images) | Get...

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese could meet in the WNBA playoffs for the first time.

PORTLAND, OR - APRIL 26: Scoot Henderson #00 of the Portland Trail Blazers looks on during the game against the San Antonio Spurs during Round One Game Four of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 26, 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 Cam...

Kansas freshman Tyran Stokes remains a candidate for the top pick in the 2027 NBA Draft, though evaluators continue to view him as a complicated case. Stokes was identified by ESPN as the early leader to go No. 1 in 2027 back in June, but his evaluation has grown more polarizing among NBA executives since then. The 6-foot-8 small forward showed a different side of his game at Nike Academy this summer, focusing heavily on distributing the ball rather than dominating individually as he did at t...

Baskonia guard Stefan Joksimovic gained more momentum than any other 2027 NBA Draft prospect this summer, according to ESPN's Jeremy Woo. Evaluators around the league now view him as a legitimate contender for the No. 1 overall pick next year. In June, Woo identified Tyran Stokes as the early favorite for No. 1 in 2027. Joksimovic has clearly separated himself as the top international prospect in his class following a standout stretch of performances. He won MVP honors at Adidas Eurocamp in t...

Many champions are undone by fatigue, but the Knicks’ old coach may have prepared them for this.

Lakers Nation’s series on the top 100 players in the NBA for the 2026-27 season continues with the 30s, a collection of players that would surprise no one as All-Stars, but might not be favored to make it. This list ranks the best players in the league for the upcoming campaign only. There is no […]

Patrick Beverley is taking Ja Morant over John Stockton, and the former NBA guard did not hesitate to defend the controversial choice. During the latest episode of “The Pat Bev Show,” Beverley debated former NBA players Raymond Felton and Charlie Villanueva over Morant and Stockton. While Stockton is widely regarded as one of the greatest […] The post Patrick Beverley boldly defends controversial Ja Morant over John Stockton take appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The move of Inside the NBA from TNT to ESPN was controversial to some, but Shaquille O’Neal is standing by it as it enters its second season on its new network. Speaking to ClutchPoints during the offseason about his partnership with General Mills, Shaq reflected on the first year of Inside the NBA on ESPN […] The post Exclusive: Shaq sets stage for ESPN’s Inside the NBA Year 2 after post-TNT ‘adjustment period’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Following Russell Westbrook’s retirement after 18 seasons in the NBA, a new clip from his kids’ camp has gone viral. Westbrook hosted his annual Why? Foundation basketball camp for children ages 7 to 14. One of the campers asked Russell if he’s a real NBA player, who evoked an emotional response. Westbrook replied to the […] The post Russell Westbrook’s response to ‘real NBA player’ question at kid’s camp is heartbreaking appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Metro Conference 2026-27 men’s basketball schedule | Metro Conference The Metro Conference announced its 2026-27 men’s basketball conference schedule on Thursday in a press release. Each team will play 20 conference games and the top 10 teams will qualify for the Metro Conference Tournament in Atlantic City. As Mid-Major Madness reported earlier, the season’s opening game will be between Saint Peter’s and Manhattan on Wednesday, Dec. 2 in Riverdale. Additionally, a championship game rematch i...

The second-year big has stepped up.

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - MAY 07: James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers looks on during the second quarter of a game against the Detroit Pistons in Game Two of the Second Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena on May 07, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. 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 Gregory Shamus/Getty...

LOS ANGELES -- The Sparks (12-23) will be home for a while.

The 2026 free-agent period has seen a whirlwind of action so far, with multiple stars changing teams and available players flying off the board.

On Wednesday, Los Angeles Sparks All-Star forward Nneka Ogwumike announced her impending WNBA retirement. “I feel very fulfilled with the 15 years that I’ve been able to play and compete at such a high level, and I am proud to say that I am retiring from the WNBA,” Ogwumike told Taylor Rooks in an exclusive…

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Duke freshman Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje has emerged as the early front-runner for the No. 1 pick in the 2028 NBA Draft, according to ESPN's Jeremy Woo. The 7-foot-2 forward will spend two seasons at Duke before becoming draft-eligible in 2028. Boumtje Boumtje made his USA Basketball debut at the Under-17 World Cup in Istanbul, averaging 19.6 points, 10.9 rebounds, 1.7 steals and 2.1 blocks while shooting 59.8 percent from the field and 53.1 percent from three-point range. He earned tournament M...

Two legends are non-negotiable. Filling the last two spots meant cutting statistical giants and fan favorites.

The coaches are speaking out.

What once looked promising in the Wings takes a left turn as the Fever won't make it any easier on them with Indiana headlining our top WNBA moneyline picks for Thursday, Aug. 20.

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James Harden is on track to become the fourth player in NBA history to make more than half a billion dollars in career earnings.

Protests focused on transgender athletes in women's sports have continued around WNBA games. Cheryl Reeve and Natalie Nakase offered their comments.

James Harden has agreed to a new three-year, $97 million contract to remain with the Cavaliers, his agency, Equity Sports, told ESPN on Thursday.

One of the Lakers' minority owners, Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, has no plans to sell his 4% stake in the team, his attorney told ESPN.