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Jen Rizzotti and Morgan Tuck will relocate with the Sun when the team moves to Houston this offseason, with Rizzotti becoming the president of basketball operations and Tuck continuing to serve as GM.

The Fever star is always bringing her best effort with awesome gameday outfits.

The Las Vegas Aces (30-13) face the Phoenix Mercury (16-27) at Mortgage Matchup Center in a regular-season WNBA matchup. How to Watch Aces vs Mercury Las Vegas enters its regular-season finale after beating the Los Angeles Sparks 89-79. A’ja Wilson…

Don't mind Scottie Barnes. He's just hanging out, having some lunch.

The Celtics have 14 players under standard contracts, two on two-way contracts, and five on Exhibit-10 contracts as training camp opens up next week.

When the Knicks officially begin their NBA championship defense next week, their captain will be on the floor leading them.

Former NBA head coach PJ Carlesimo does not have concerns about how Damian Lillard and Ja Morant will coexist in the Portland Trail Blazers’ new-look backcourt. Portland acquired Morant from the Memphis Grizzlies during the offseason, pairing the explosive point guard with Lillard as the Trail Blazers prepare for the 2026-27 season. While putting two […] The post Former NBA head coach eases any concerns about Trail Blazers’ Damian Lillard-Ja Morant pairing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Golden State Warriors are facing questions about their closing championship window as Stephen Curry enters the later stages of his career, but former NBA head coach PJ Carlesimo believes the franchise remains closer to contention than some might think. Carlesimo addressed Golden State’s outlook in a recent interview with Kyle Odegard of NEXTPredict, pushing […] The post Former NBA head coach drops Stephen Curry reality check on Warriors’ closing championship window appeared first on Clutc...

Former NBA head coach PJ Carlesimo expects Golden State Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. to make a significant move during the 2026-27 season as the franchise continues trying to maximize its championship window around Stephen Curry. Carlesimo made the prediction during a recent interview with Kyle Odegard of NEXTPredict, arguing that Golden State remains […] The post Former NBA head coach drops major Warriors trade prediction for Mike Dunleavy Jr. appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick heaped praise on the Lakers minicamp Luka Dončić orchestrated in Slovenia this summer.

Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers trumps Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark for the most expensive WNBA trading card sold in 2026.

When it comes to the Lakers, only one thing matters.  Are they championship contenders? That’s what happens when you’re a 17-time championship organization. That’s what happens when guys named Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Magic Johnson and Kobe Bryant have worn your jersey. It’s title or bust. It’s Larry O’Brien or 911.  So, when Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka...

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MAY 18: Keldon Johnson #3 of the San Antonio Spurs reacts before Game One of the NBA Western Conference Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center on May 18, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 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 Alex Slitz/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Spurs got to the Fina...

The Toronto Raptors didn’t make that many moves during the offseason, but the one move they did make could lead them to being one of the better teams in the Eastern Conference. That move was trading for Kawhi Leonard, and adding him to a team that is ready to compete could be scary. The Raptors […] The post Raptors rumors: ClutchPoints insider puts 3 players on trade notice after Kawhi Leonard deal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Former NBA head coach PJ Carlesimo believes Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has earned a place in the same conversation as Michael Jordan, LeBron James and Kobe Bryant when it comes to the work ethic that helped make them all-time great players. Carlesimo recently spoke with Kyle Odegard of NEXTPredict about Gilgeous-Alexander, who has […] The post PJ Carlesimo puts Shai Gilgeous-Alexander with Michael Jordan, LeBron James in GOAT company appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Both the Minnesota Lynx and Indiana Fever may be without one of their star players in Thursday night’s matchup.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 30: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics and Paul George #8 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on during the game during Round One Game Six of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 30, 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 NB...

WNBA awards season has dawned once again, and the races were as tight as ever.

The Chicago Sky may be without multiple key players in Thursday night’s game against the Washington Mystics.

Boston, MA - October 4: Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard at practice at the Auerbach Center on October 4, 2025. (Photo by Matthew J. Lee/The Boston Globe via Getty Images) | Boston Globe via Getty Images There was a point this summer when keeping track of the Celtics roster started to require an unreasonable amount of concentration. Jaylen Brown is in Philadelphia. Paul George and Mitchell Robinson are in Boston. Mike Conley is somehow beginning Year 20 in a Celtics uniform. Chris Cenac ...

Houston Rockets guard Marcus Smart poses for a photo during Rockets Media Day in Houston, Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026. (Photo by Brett Coomer/Houston Chronicle via Getty Images) While the Los Angeles Lakers added a bevy of guards and wings this offseason, they’ll certainly be hard-pressed to replace Marcus Smart, whose defense and playmaking on both ends of the floor were integral to their success last year. Smart agreed to a two-year, $12.4 million deal with the Houston Rockets during free agenc...

The WNBA is about to complete its first season with 15 franchises, with the Toronto Tempo and Portland Fire making their debut this year. The league has already planned further expansion and wants to reach 18 by 2030.

The Chicago Sky (16-27) face the Washington Mystics (27-16) at CareFirst Arena in a regular-season WNBA matchup. How to Watch Chicago Sky vs Washington Mystics Although they’ll miss the WNBA playoffs, Chicago enters on a high note after a 97-85…

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The Indiana Fever have had very different outcomes against their three potential first-round opponents this season.

Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti had eyes for Jared McCain long before his mid-season trade with the Philadelphia 76ers. Ahead of the upcoming season, Presti predicts the 2026-27 Thunder will be better than its championship squad in 2025. And McCain is a significant part of his forecast for his team, which fell one victory […] The post Sam Presti ready to discover Jared McCain’s star status amid Thunder ‘constellation’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Los Angeles Lakers could face a significant roster decision involving Dalton Knecht and Jaden Hardy during training camp, according to ClutchPoints NBA insider Brett Siegel. With the Lakers set to open training camp next week ahead of the 2026-27 season, Siegel provided the latest intel on the team’s roster crunch during the latest episode […] The post Lakers rumors: What’s deal with training camp roster crunch? ClutchPoints insider breaks it down appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Knicks could wait and call his bluff, but is that best for trying to repeat?

JJ Redick knows there was a lot of attention on the Los Angeles Lakers’ additions this offseason. It even compelled him to make a humorous joke ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. Redick gears up for the third season of his head coaching career with the Lakers. He has made significant strides while helping Los […] The post Of course JJ Redick made a white guy joke about his starting lineup at Lakers’ season intro presser appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Gayle winning his singular case is both huge for the Wolverines and, perhaps, a sign of things to come next month in other cases