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Victor Wembanyama's decision to take less money could lead to a title for the Spurs.

We are entering a new era in Boston Celtics basketball. You can argue guys like Baylor Scheierman, Hugo Gonzalez, Jordan Walsh, Ron Harper Jr., and Amari Williams all had breakout seasons in a way last season. With Jayson Tatum out for most of the year, these guys got a chance to play more minutes and were solid contributors for different stretches throughout the 56-win season. With the addition of 2026 draft picks Chris Cenac Jr. and Dillon Mitchell, the Celtics have a treasure trove of youn...

When Luka Doncic was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in February 2025, much speculation surrounded LeBron James’ future with the organization. The controversial move by both the Lakers and the Dallas Mavericks might have started the revamped roster and new look that led to its current face. As James has decided to take his […] The post Luka Doncic embraces new-look Lakers with optimism appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Caitlin Clark often stirs conversations that transcend her on-the-court performances. When pundits aren’t debating the rivalries that surround her, others describe the vivid tensions or player drama linked to Clark. However, while these storylines can sometimes be beneficial for media houses, Clark argues that some narratives transcend practical realities. Her comments add a different but [...]

Imagine if Michael Jordan had been a few inches taller. That’s not the hypothetical you typically hear. More often, it’s Allen Iverson. Or, it’s Giannis Antetokounmpo with Steph Curry’s jump shot. More broadly, the formula usually involves fixing a player’s lone imperfection to make them the perfect basketball player. Michael Jordan was tall enough. Imagine if he’d been taller. He would have been the perfect basketball player. As it stands, there has never been a perfect basketball player. Th...

The WNBA has plenty of stars. But Sophie Cunningham has figured out how to become impossible to ignore. The Indiana Fever guard has spent the 2026 season becoming one of the league’s biggest personalities, both on and off the court. She is now one of the WNBA’s most-followed players on social media, and her popularity…

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese have long been pegged as fierce rivals. But the two hugely popular WNBA stars are now teammates for the ongoing FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, and their on-court chemistry has been remarkable.

The Minnesota Timberwolves explored the possibility of convincing Sasha Vezenkov to return to the NBA, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. No formal offer was made, with Vezenkov likely signaling that he was not looking to return. The Wolves then pivoted and signed Jonathan Kuminga. Vezenkov averaged 5.4 points and 2.3 rebounds for the Kings during the 2023-24 season before returning to Europe.

On “Empire State of Mind,” Jay-Z said he was paying Dwyane Wade since Jeezy was paying LeBron James. But really, regardless of the hidden code in the lyrics (IYKYK), Jay-Z should have been paying Jalen Brunson. Brunson led the New York Knicks to a magical run in last season’s playoffs, culminating in winning the championship […] The post Knicks can’t stop flexing wild NBA Playoffs run with ‘+238’ viral post appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Ben Simmons is reportedly taking three-point attempts in live play during Sacramento Kings training camp, according to his grandfather, signaling a potentially significant change for a player whose reluctance to shoot from beyond the arc has been a defining part of his NBA career. Speaking on Matt and Kayla on Sactown Sports 1140, Simmons’ grandfather […] The post Ben Simmons takes threes in live play during Kings camp appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Denver Nuggets made only one contract offer to Peyton Watson during his restricted free agency, according to Bennett Durando of The Denver Post, before ultimately trading the young forward to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Durando reported that Denver offered Watson a four-year contract with an ascending salary in the range of $18 million per year […] The post Nuggets refused to increase Peyton Watson contract offer appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese earned a new nickname from the WNBA after playing three games with Team USA>

Olden Polynice strongly pushed back on Tracy McGrady’s argument that winning an NBA MVP carries more individual weight than winning a championship. McGrady recently discussed the subject with Vince Carter on Cousins, agreeing with Kevin Durant’s position that the regular-season MVP should be valued more heavily than a championship because the title is a team […] The post Olden Polynice rips Tracy McGrady for MVP argument appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Sacramento Kings recently made headlines when it was announced they were signing former NBA All-Star Ben Simmons to a deal ahead of the new season. The move brings Simmons back to the NBA after a year away from basketball, as he hopes to prove he still has some game left in the tank. Simmons […] The post Ben Simmons’ godfather claims he’s shooting 3-pointers. Kings fans will believe it when they see it appeared first on ClutchPoints.

It’s one of the most anticipated seasons in Jazz history since they went for a repeat run to the Finals against Michael Jordan. Utah has been preparing for this new chapter for literal years, and they have the personnel to become something really special. Let’s take a look at five of the most interesting storylines […]

Michael Carter-Williams is moving into the executive side of basketball after a 10-year NBA career, becoming the Head of Basketball at Brunswick Sports Management. Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson reported that Carter-Williams will lead Brunswick’s basketball division, overseeing client relationships, mentoring athletes and helping establish routines and professional habits for young players. Brunswick Sports Management was […] The post Michael Carter-Williams returns to basketball in new role appe...

Charles Barkley thinks the NBA's lack of physicality in the modern era makes it easier to play right now than it was in the 1990s.

Chicago Sky guard Natasha Cloud commented on Kelsey Mitchell's latest post on Instagram after the Indiana Fever star was named Player of the Month.

Former NBA champion Stephen Jackson isn’t holding back his thoughts on the Golden State Warriors’ current championship window. On a recent episode of the All The Smoke podcast, Jackson gave a blunt assessment when asked if the current roster in Golden State could contend for a title, offering a sharp “nah” before pitching a massive […] The post Stephen Jackson floats bombshell trade idea for Spurs to acquire Stephen Curry appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Los Angeles Sparks hired 31-year-old Ariana Andonian as general manager after her stint with the 76ers and Delaware Blue Coats.

With a new trade proposal sending Kevin Durant to the Heat in a trade deadline move, we examine how beneficial this could be for the Miami.

Mike D’Antoni has been away from NBA head coaching for a while now. He still sounds like a coach. In an exclusive interview with Eric Jay Santos of NBA On SI, D’Antoni praised the current Rockets roster and explained why he believes the talent would be fun to work with. “Houston would be a great […] The post Mike D’Antoni likes what Rockets have built, hasn’t completely closed door on coaching appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Jonathan Kuminga is raring to have a fresh start with the Minnesota Timberwolves after signing a two-year contract worth $12.4 million in free agency. The change of scenery should serve Kuminga well, who could be the final piece in the Timberwolves’ quest to make it to the NBA Finals for the first time. Many thought […] The post Timberwolves’ Jonathan Kuminga sends first message after Minnesota arrival appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Last month, the New Orleans Pelicans made a solid addition after signing Bennedict Mathurin to a two-year contract worth $16 million. On Tuesday, they were forced to make a trade with the Memphis Grizzlies to make room for Mathurin. With the arrival of the promising guard, the Pelicans needed to cut salary to get under […] The post Pelicans make trade with Grizzlies involving 4 players, 2 picks to make room for Bennedict Mathurin appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Several NBA teams attempted to use Denver’s salary-cap situation to extract additional draft compensation in trade discussions involving Cam Johnson, according to Bennett Durando of The Denver Post. Durando reported that rival teams approached the Nuggets with proposals that would have required Denver to attach draft picks to Johnson, believing the franchise was under pressure […] The post Teams tried to exploit Nuggets in Cam Johnson talks appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The contract gap between Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons may be narrowing, with recent discussions suggesting the sides have a realistic path toward reaching a long-term extension before the start of the 2026-27 season. Sam Amick provided a more optimistic update on the negotiations, saying the financial difference between Duren and Detroit is smaller […] The post Jalen Duren and Pistons making progress toward contract deal appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Anthony Edwards has identified Target Center, Madison Square Garden and TD Garden among his favorite places to play in the NBA, highlighting the atmosphere he experiences in Minnesota, New York and Boston. “Well, of course home or Madison Square. Madison Square, TD garden, New York, Boston, Philly, and Atlanta at home. But it’s hard to […] The post Anthony Edwards names his favorite NBA arenas appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Charles Barkley believes the San Antonio Spurs could have the next great NBA backcourt in Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper, comparing the young guards to Golden State Warriors stars Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson. “If I’m a guard in the NBA, I do not want to see them boys the next 10 years. They’re going […] The post Barkley: Castle, Harper are the next Steph and Klay appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Enes Kanter Freedom has revealed that he exchanged private messages with Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham following his removal from an Aug. 23 game against the Chicago Sky. During an appearance on Fox News’ “The Big Weekend Show,” Kanter Freedom said Cunningham contacted him afterward and asked: “What happened?” He said his response was straightforward: […] The post Enes Kanter Freedom details Sophie Cunningham text exchange appeared first on TalkBasket.net.