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Sophie Cunningham believes Caitlin Clark deserves more recognition from WNBA players for transforming the league’s reach.

The Philadelphia 76ers had some big additions during the offseason, as everyone knows that LeBron James and Jaylen Brown joined the team. Unfortunately, they had some departures as well, and it was one off the court that touched many 76ers fans. Longtime public announcer Matt Cord announced his retirement six months ago, but weeks before […] The post 76ers get surprise return alongside big moves for LeBron James, Jaylen Brown appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Despite all the criticism, Adam Silver maintains his stance on the second apron, highlighting how it has benefited the league.

The Indiana Pacers have waived Keion Brooks Jr., Cameron Hildreth, M.J. Iraldi and Wade Taylor IV. All four players were signed to Exhibit 10 contracts. Brooks, Hildreth, Iraldi and Taylor are all expected to join the Noblesville Boom for the upcoming G League season. The Pacers roster sits at 17 players. Indiana has 14 players signed to standard contracts and three players signed to two-way contracts.

The New Orleans Pelicans waived Christian Shumate. The Pelicans then signed-and-waived Johnny O'Neil. Both players were signed to exhibit 10 contracts. Both Shumate and O'Neil are expected to join the Laketown Squadron for the upcoming G League season. Shumate and O'Neil both played for the Squadron last season.

The Boston Celtics have waived guard Caleb Grill. Boston had signed Grill to an Exhibit 10 contract. Grill is expected to join the Maine Celtics for the upcoming G League season.

Lauren Jackson wants the Fever to win the WNBA championship, and her reasoning begins with Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell.

The Pelicans signed and then subsequently waived former Santa Clara big man Johnny O’Neil, tweets Keith Smith of Spotrac. It’s a familiar series of transactions for the Pelicans, who also signed and waived O’Neil last September in order to gain his G League rights and ensure he’d receive a bonus worth $50K for spending at […]

Martina Navratilova and Olympic champion Nancy Hogshead-Makar have strongly called out the sports community in what they see as a double standard. While Sydney Sweeney’s Novig ad continues to draw widespread backlash, Hogshead-Makar posted on social media, calling for a shift in focus to the WNBA’s failure to address eligibility rules.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 10: Philadelphia 76ers Public Address Announcer Matt Cord smiles during the game against the New York Knicks during Round Two Game Four of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 10, 2026 at the Wells Fargo Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Ph...

As the Raptors seek more upgrades after acquiring Kawhi Leonard, we explore a trade that could help them bolster their frontcourt by acquiring Daniel Gafford.

Allen Iverson reached out to Matt Cord, urging the announcer to return for another year.

DETROIT, MI - MAY 17: Caris LeVert #8 of the Detroit Pistons handles the ball during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers during Round Two Game Seven on May 17, 2026 at Little Caesars Arena 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Brian Sevald/NBAE via Getty Image...

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - APRIL 17: LaMelo Ball #1 of the Charlotte Hornets reacts against the Orlando Magic during the second quarter of the Play-In Tournament game at Kia Center on April 17, 2026 in Orlando, Florida. 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 Rich Storry/Getty Images) | Getty Images Editor’s Note: It’s with great pride we intr...

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 14: Koa Peat #18 of the Phoenix Suns poses for a portrait during the 2026 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot on July 14, 2026 at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE ...

The Indiana Fever have put forward Aliyah Boston to be part of this year’s All-WNBA team, but some fans are not happy with the team’s choice. Boston is having a great season with the Fever and is currently averaging 16.

Paul George’s age and injury history raise questions, but his defensive film offers plenty of optimism

Restricted free agent Jalen Duren is the lone starting-caliber player still on the market, but only because he and the Detroit Pistons can't agree on the final terms of his next deal.

Quentin Grimes was one of the free agency acquisitions for the LA Lakers during the offseason, and he is now getting to work. With LeBron...

Kyrie Irving reposted two messages that appeared to take subtle shots at former teammate LeBron James.

Since no one is locked into a spot and every matchup is still malleable, here are the first-round matchups that are both realistic and enticing.

Full excerpt: “The Knicks also have three open two-way spots. One of those spots will presumably go to second-round pick Tyler Nickel. Big man Liam Robbins, who signed an Exhibit 10 deal on Tuesday, will presumably compete for another two-way spot. Who will get the third two-way spot? Former two-way player Kevin McCullar Jr.has been playing with some Knicks players in informal workouts this month. Other players the Knicks have been in touch with as training camp nears: big men Duop Reath and ...

What do you think the Spurs think is their biggest weakness to overcome and put behind them? I don’t think they care or have decided who gets minutes and who starts or doesn’t, but they must have something they looked at from last year and said, “This is our main goal. We must be better here.” What is that? Why? — Dylan M. I think the Spurs’ roster decisions and points of emphasis this summer serve the bigger goal of improving as a half-court offense. The droughts they went through in the las...

It’s been reported that the Rockets think Amen Thompson is a top-10 player. Seriously?

Can Brooklyn finally build toward contention? We're recapping the offseason and taking an early look at 2026-27.

How does your team look in 2026-27? What about in 2029? NBA insiders unveil the latest rankings, based on five key metrics.

Dozens of WNBA players have only days to recover from the World Cup before the league’s four-game sprint to the playoffs.

It was only a moment, a random encounter on an ordinary day, but Sam Presti never forgot it. A 17-year-old high school gym rat on his way to play Division III basketball, Presti was at the Lexington Club, a fitness center in suburban Boston, one day in the 1990s when he saw a man across the gym. The man did not look like much. A shade above 6 feet. Medium build. Probably in his 30s with an office job. So, when he walked over to Presti and asked to play one-on-one, Presti thought, All right, I...

Pat Beverley didn’t hold back when reacting to WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert’s upcoming departure. WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert is stepping down after seven years at the helm, leaving at the end of 2026.

Las Vegas and Seattle are reportedly moving closer to getting NBA expansion teams.