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The New York Knicks are just over a month away from kicking off their 2026 NBA title defense. The Knicks will be returning most of their championship core from a year ago, although Mitchell Robinson did depart in free agency for the rival Boston Celtics, with Andre Drummond replacing him as the Knicks’ backup big […] The post Ex-Nuggets NBA champion, Warriors draft bust among Knicks’ next round of training camp signings appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Going into this season, Victor Wembanyama is looking to take things further. He comes off winning NBA Defensive Player of the Year and leading the San Antonio Spurs to the NBA Finals. Beyond that, he received an honor from the ever-talkative Stephen A. Smith. Smith said to VT Gen Z that Wembanyama is poised to […] The post Stephen A. Smith declares Victor Wembanyama has dethroned LeBron James as face of NBA appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Appearing at an introductory press conference on Tuesday more than two months after being traded from Philadelphia to Boston, veteran forward Paul George acknowledged that he’s aware of how unpopular the Jaylen Brown trade was among Celtics fans. While he’s not promising to replace the production of a player who finished sixth in MVP voting […]

Kawhi Leonard is officially a Raptor. The Clippers traded Leonard to Toronto in June, but the deal was put on hold amid the NBA’s investigation into the LA organization violating salary cap circumvention rules. The league found wrongdoing and the Clippers’ punishment includes losing five first-round picks and a $30 million fine. Kawhi Leonard of...

The Warriors have waived Chance McMillian and Deivon Smith after signing them earlier on Wednesday to Exhibit 10 contracts, according to the NBA’s transaction log. Both players were members of the Warriors’ G League affiliate, the Santa Cruz Warriors, last season, and both will be eligible to receive Exhibit 10 bonuses if they stay with […]

After looking like another Lakers gem early last season, Jake LaRavia slumped hard. Can he find consistency this season?

The Clippers needed to trade Kawhi Leonard, but the sanctions from the NBA will be felt for years.

Caitlin Clark has never needed much help making her case on offense. At Iowa, she became the NCAA’s all-time leading scorer, led Division I in assists three times and won just about every major individual award available to her. In the WNBA, she won Rookie of the Year, led the league in assists as a […]

Almost two decades on from the Boston Celtics’ title success in 2008, Kendrick Perkins has credited their preseason trip with the basis for their success....

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Blake Griffin has named Michael Jordan as his choice for the greatest basketball player of all time, pointing to Jordan’s overall career as the primary reason for his selection. “I think Michael Jordan is the GOAT because he had the best career of all time,” Griffin said on Boy Talk Talk Show, via HoopsHype. Jordan’s […] The post Blake Griffin: Michael Jordan is the GOAT appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

A’ja Wilson has finally explained why she chose not to play for Team USA at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup. A vocal group of fans on social media still isn’t buying it. The four-time MVP spoke with reporters Tuesday as the Las Vegas Aces prepare to return from the WNBA’s World Cup break. […]

Dominick Barlow gave the Sixers incredible value in his first season in Philadelphia. Can he do even more next season?

Cameron Brink is finally finding her rhythm in the WNBA after her ACL injury.

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MINNEAPOLIS, MN. - APRIL 2026: Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (1) and Jaden McDaniels (3) interviewed bye ESPN's Jorge Sedano at the end of the game at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn., on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets Game 6, NBA Playoffs first round. (Photo by Carlos Gonzalez/The Minnesota Star Tribune via Getty Images) | Star Tribune via Getty Images In part two of the Timberwolves Player Previews series, Will dives into the swing...

Caitlin Clark made a thoughtful gesture toward her Indiana Fever teammates after returning from the FIBA Women’s World Cup.

Marina Mabrey scored a WNBA record 53 points earlier this season.

The New York Knicks have added another veteran big man to their training camp roster, signing James Wiseman to an Exhibit 9 contract. Wiseman arrives in New York looking for another opportunity to establish himself after spending five seasons in the NBA with three different organizations. The 25-year-old center entered the league as the No. […] The post Knicks sign James Wiseman appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The New York Knicks have continued adding competition to their roster by signing Ochai Agbaji to an Exhibit 9 contract. Agbaji joins New York after spending the first four seasons of his NBA career with three different organizations. The 26-year-old began his career with the Utah Jazz before later playing for the Toronto Raptors and […] The post Knicks sign Ochai Agbaji appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Chicago Bulls have a season like no other ahead of them. Caleb Wilson is waiting in the wings to blossom. Plus, a new executive team, new coach, and a new sense of urgency. And yet, the Bulls find themselves in familiar territory, per ESPN. Of the 30 teams, Chicago ranks 27th in ESPN’s 3-year […] The post Bulls “most consistent” status in ESPN’s 3-year outlook highlights why bombshell changes were made appeared first on ClutchPoints.

After placing fifth in the 2024 offseason, the Mavericks’ placement in the future power rankings have fallen every year

The 2026 NBA champion New York Knicks added more depth to their roster ahead of the upcoming season.

Matt Barnes and Kobe Bryant turned a tense on-court moment into part of a relationship that eventually developed into a close bond, with Barnes now reflecting on the famous incident involving an inbound pass. During a game between the Orlando Magic and Los Angeles Lakers, Barnes attempted to intimidate Bryant by faking a pass directly […] The post Matt Barnes reflects on Kobe Bryant no-flinch moment appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Mabrey will not require surgery and is expected to make a full recovery.

Relive every 15-over-2 seed upset in March Madness men's basketball tournament history. From Richmond's historic upset of Syracuse in 1991 to a three-year stretch of 15-over-2 shockers, watch all of these unforgettable NCAA tournament upsets.

Matt Barnes believes the Minnesota Timberwolves could be the NBA’s most compelling team to watch during the 2026-27 season after their aggressive offseason makeover. Speaking to Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson on #WORDWITHSCOOP, Barnes highlighted the additions of LaMelo Ball and Jonathan Kuminga alongside Anthony Edwards, while suggesting Minnesota could still need another piece to reach […] The post Matt Barnes calls Timberwolves the NBA’s most must-watch team appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

LeBron to Philly, Giannis to Miami, LaMelo to Minnesota and a loaded rookie class reshaped fantasy basketball. Here's how the offseason's biggest moves affect your 2026-27 draft.

A deep dive into the squad’s footwear.