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Dissecting the Western Conference’s second tier

Here is a mock trade that lands the Pelicans the perfect frontcourt fit next to Zion Williamson while helping the Bucks build for the future.

In this NBA 2K27 review, we look at Visual Concept’s latest entry in the series. NBA 2K27 features tons of new ways to play, many new gameplay features and improvements, and more. MyTEAM, MyNBA, MyGM, and The W also received some love too. But do these improvements make the game worth your time and money? […] The post NBA 2K27 Review – Alley-Oop! appeared first on ClutchPoints.

West Valley, UT - NOVEMBER 18: Head Coach Sergi Oliva of the Rapid City Remix draws up a play prior to the game against the Salt Lake City Stars at Maverick Center on November 18, 2024 in West Valley, Utah. 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 2024 NBAE (Photo by Melissa Majchrzak/NBAE via Getty Images) |...

Tickets to watch the most anticipated Sixers team in a while will be available this week.

These pre-training camp signings can appear insignificant, but Landry Shamet showed just how impactful they can be

Here are the NBA stars with millions on the line in 2026-27 as they fight to secure one last massive contract before their market drops.

Pistons fans who responded to a survey conducted by The Athletic’s Hunter Patterson believe president of basketball operations Trajan Langdon didn’t do enough this offseason to make the team a title contender. Of the 1,279 responses made, 60.3% chose ‘No, they should have done more’ regarding offseason moves. Only 20.3% selected ‘Yes, they’ve improved enough’ […]

The Hawks continue to round out their staff for the upcoming season. After previously hiring legendary European coach Ettore Messina as a consultant, the team has added Jason Love and Sergi Oliva to fill out head coach Quin Snyder’s bench, the Hawks announced in a press release. Love spent the last two seasons as an […]

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Mario Chalmers believes Chris Bosh’s willingness to change his game was an important part of the Miami Heat’s championship success alongside LeBron James and Dwyane Wade. Before joining Miami, Bosh had been the main offensive option in Toronto. His role changed significantly with the Heat, requiring him to spend more time away from the basket […] The post Mario Chalmers recalls Chris Bosh’s selfless Heat role appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Apr 19, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) looks down the court against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half during game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Training camp is approaching, which means we’ve reached the end of our preseason administrative duties and completed the process of ranking every member of the Phoenix Suns based on who ...

Mario Chalmers likes what Davion Mitchell brings to the Miami Heat, but he currently views him as better suited for a backup point guard role. Mitchell has shown plenty of ability, particularly with his defensive pressure, but Chalmers wants to see more from him as a primary playmaker before considering him the answer at point […] The post Mario Chalmers likes Davion Mitchell’s backup fit appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

It’s only a month before Caleb Wilson hits the floor with the Chicago Bulls for his first NBA season. He’s hitting the gym to get in shape. Wilson recently worked out with his alma mater, North Carolina. Then, Wilson outdid himself. On Wednesday, he posted an early-morning workout photo on Instagram with LeBron James, per CHGO […] The post Caleb Wilson’s aura is off the charts with LeBron James workout photo appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Sometimes it is fun to poke the bear, even if the bear is the coach of the Boston Celtics

Iman Shumpert believes Klay Thompson has landed in an ideal situation with the Miami Heat because of the attention Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo demand inside. With defenses forced to protect the paint against Miami’s two star big men, Shumpert expects Thompson to receive plenty of open opportunities from beyond the arc. “Klay Thompson with […] The post Iman Shumpert calls Heat perfect for Klay Thompson appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Luka Doncic and James Harden are two of the best individual players in the NBA. But are they the best role models to follow? One...

Brendan Haywood believes championships carry more weight than MVP awards when separating the greatest players in NBA history. While individual honors can establish a player among the league’s elite, Haywood argued that postseason success becomes particularly important when comparing stars with similarly impressive careers. “When you compare guys that win mvps, to other guys in […] The post Brendan Haywood explains James Harden’s gap behind Dwyane Wade appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Jeremy Lin has acknowledged that his famous Linsanity stretch effectively came to an end when the New York Knicks faced the Miami Heat. The attention surrounding Lin had grown dramatically during his breakout run, and he admitted that dealing with that level of pressure was difficult for him. “When the spotlight is on me, I […] The post Jeremy Lin admits Miami ended Linsanity run appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 10: Anthony Edwards #5 of the Minnesota Timberwolves & Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets talk after the game on April 10, 2026 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. 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 Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Image...

The Clippers have officially moved on from Kawhi Leonard, but the return from Toronto does not erase the long-term damage caused by the NBA’s salary-cap investigation. Los Angeles received Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two unprotected first-round picks, a first-round swap and two second-rounders for Leonard. Those assets provide useful pieces for a franchise already moving […] The post Clippers face difficult rebuild despite Kawhi Leonard trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Zach Lowe sees shot creation as the biggest concern surrounding the Miami Heat despite liking the overall makeup of their roster. Miami is built around Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, but Lowe questioned whether the Heat have enough players around their star big men who can consistently generate offense off the dribble. “My question is […] The post Zach Lowe raises concerns about Heat’s backcourt appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The NBA salary cap climbs every season, as new money comes in via broadcasting rights deals and to match inflation. However, recent seasons have seen modest gains that came in lower than expected. The new TV deal was expected to bring annual raises of around 10%, but the reality has been closer to 6%. This […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed guard Sean McNeil to an Exhibit 10 contract. McNeil is expected to join the Cleveland Charge ahead of the upcoming G League season. McNeil played in 44 games for the Charge last season. The 6-foot-4 guard averaged 9.5 points on 46/43/92 shooting splits.

Here are three blockbuster trades that could make the Raptors even more dangerous after bringing Kawhi Leonard back

Myles Turner has been elected vice president on the NBPA Executive Committee. Turner will begin his three-year term immediately, replacing Garrett Temple, who retired at the end of the 2025-26 NBA season. "I am thrilled to join the executive committee at such a pivotal time for our league and am prepared to take on this leadership role within the PA," said Turner. "It's an honor to be voted in by my peers, and I am committed to advancing the priorities that matter most to the players across t...

Taj Gibson has been in a whirlwind. On Monday, Gibson announced his retirement after 17 seasons. Then, he was brought on as a Chicago Bulls assistant coach under head coach Tiago Splitter. Gibson, who played in Chicago from 2009 to 2017, is soaking it all in. And that includes paying tribute to the late former […] The post Taj Gibson pays tribute to ‘uncle’ Stacey King after returning to Bulls as coach appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Sacramento Kings must’ve had a goal in the offseason of making major changes to their guard room, and it looks like they’ve accomplished. It also seems like they didn’t want any kind of guards, but they wanted all lottery-pick guards. After drafting Darius Acuff Jr. and recently signing Ben Simmons, the Kings have added […] The post Kings add another ex-lottery pick PG after drafting Darius Acuff Jr., signing Ben Simmons appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Los Angeles Lakers have undergone wholesome changes this offseason. However, the biggest headline-grabbing change remains LeBron James’ exit, who has now formed a super-team with the Philadelphia 76ers. However, as far as season expectations are concerned, former Washington Wizards star Gilbert Arenas had a unique perspective. Speaking on Gil’s Arena, Arenas claimed that he […] The post Gilbert Arenas hits Lakers with ‘cheap season ticket’ diss after losing LeBron James appeared first on ...

After the Boston Celtics introduced veterans Paul George and Mike Conley Jr. to the media, ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins reminded everyone why team team president of basketball operations Brad Stevens is on the hot seat. After fans watched All-Star Jaylen Brown be sent to the division rival Philadelphia 76ers and the Celtics acquire George in […] The post Why Kendrick Perkins is putting Celtics’ Brad Stevens firmly on hot seat appeared first on ClutchPoints.