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NBAWhat a fall from grace it has been for the Los Angeles Clippers after they peaked towards the start of the 2020s. Their blockbuster trade for Paul George, which sealed the signing of Kawhi Leonard back in July 2019, has only looked worse with each passing season. And now that the Leonard era has come […] The post Clippers’ Pat Beverley calls out Steve Ballmer over unfinished business appeared first on ClutchPoints.
NBAIt’s time we contemplate our place in the universe.
WNBAESPN identified seven possible candidates to replace retiring WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert, including Swin Cash, Nneka Ogwumike and Mark Tatum.
Coming off an outstanding first NBA season, Spurs guard Dylan Harper talks about what he wants to accomplish next in an interview with Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson. Harper, a first-team All-Rookie selection, said losing to New York took away much of the thrill of reaching the NBA Finals. He’s been focusing on rest, film and […]
New York Knicks star Josh Hart chatted with play-by-play announcer Chris Fowler and analyst John McEnroe during Alexander Zverev's U.S. Open quarterfinal win over Botic van de Zandschulp on Wednesday evening.
Alex Toohey, a second-round pick by the Warriors in 2025, will rejoin the team for training camp on an Exhibit 10 contract, a source tells Anthony Slater of ESPN (Twitter link). Toohey, a 6’7″ forward out of Australia, signed a two-way deal last September, but he didn’t appear in any NBA games as he dealt […]
Jaylen Brown’s love for basketball remains intact, but the Philadelphia 76ers star acknowledged that life in the NBA can complicate a relationship that began with pure joy. During his conversation with Mahershala Ali for The Hollywood Reporter, Brown discussed whether basketball still feels like play after becoming his profession. His answer separated his connection to […] The post 76ers’ Jaylen Brown admits NBA politics can diminish love of basketball appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Danilo Gallinari believes injuries are the defining “what-if” of his NBA career, particularly because his two ACL tears came when he was playing for teams he believed had legitimate championship potential. “I don’t know, I’m probably the biggest what-if guy in the history of the game, maybe,” Gallinari said in an exclusive interview with Cyro […] The post Danilo Gallinari: “I’m the biggest what-if guy” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
Chicago Sky coach Tyler Marsh had strong words after a decision on Kate Martin during the 2026 WNBA season.
Each of the uniforms include details inspired by the franchises' history, city heritage and fan culture.
The Atlanta Hawks have signed forward Keyshawn Bryant. In a related move, the Hawks have requested waivers on guard Devon Higgs who was signed on Tuesday. Bryant brings three seasons of G League experience, having played for the Ontario Clippers in 2023-24, the San Diego Clippers in 2024-25 and the Windy City Bulls in 2025-26. Across 40 career G League games, he has averaged 9.4 points and 3.6 rebounds in 18.9 minutes per game. Bryant also spent this past summer with the Chicago Bulls' Summer...
Deni Avdija could become a free agent in 2028 despite emerging as the Portland Trail Blazers’ best player, with Sam Quinn of CBS Sports explaining that his current contract structure makes an early extension difficult. “For cap reasons I will explain shortly, right now, it does look like Deni Avdija will become a free agent […] The post Blazers risk losing leverage with Deni Avdija appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
Top-30 senior Chase Lumpkin has committed to Alabama, he told ESPN on Wednesday, jumpstarting Nate Oats' recruiting class with one of the top-ranked guards in the country.
Following Phil Jackson's statue news, the Lakers must honor late owner Dr. Jerry Buss, who led the franchise to 10 NBA championships.
Former Purdue star Trey Kaufman-Renn, who was granted a TRO on Wednesday for a sixth season of eligibility, has entered the transfer portal, sources told ESPN.
USA coach Kara Lawson is hoping her team can improve each round of the FIBA World Cup, beginning with Thursday's quarterfinal game vs. Hungary.
After ESPN reported that there was “no evidence” that Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled any money to Kawhi Leonard through his sponsors, the story has not been changed. And yet, the NBA gave the Clippers a huge punishment, including Ballmer being suspended, several stripped draft picks, and a hefty team fine. Status reports […] The post Some ESPN staffers appalled by Clippers’ Steve Ballmer-Kawhi Leonard reporting ‘disaster’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Charles Barkley believes the Los Angeles Lakers could have a better supporting cast around Luka Doncic than the Dallas Mavericks had when Doncic and Kyrie Irving led the franchise to the 2024 NBA Finals. “I really want to see the Lakers do well. First of all, I’m a big Luka fan, a big Austin Reaves […] The post Charles Barkley: Lakers have better team than 2024 Mavericks appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
After a rumor surfaced online that the Charlotte Hornets are on the verge of completing a trade for Sacramento Kings veteran big man Domantas Sabonis, one expert quickly dismissed the idea.
Once the Kawhi Leonard trade with Toronto is finalized, the Clippers plan to hold onto Brandon Ingram for a while rather than immediately trying to flip him for other players or draft picks, Jake Fischer said on Bleacher Report’s NBA Insider Notebook (video link, hat tip to BasketNews). Fischer confirms that the Clippers have informed […]
NCAA WUpdated Sep 10, 5:08 AM ETTeam USA drops to No. 2 behind France, reigniting the debate over Caitlin Clark's bench role.
Dylan Harper has directly addressed speculation surrounding his relationship with De’Aaron Fox, dismissing suggestions of tension between the San Antonio Spurs guards and emphasizing Fox’s role in his development during his rookie season. In an exclusive conversation with Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson of ScoopB.com, Harper said he and Fox “never had a problem” despite online […] The post Dylan Harper addresses De’Aaron Fox tension rumors appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
