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Dalton Johnson shares his observations from Day 3 of Golden State Warriors training camp in Hawaii.

The Wizards recorded only 17 victories in 2025-26 — their second-fewest in single-season franchise history — before winning the No. 1 overall pick and drafting Dybantsa.

Jake LaRavia is one of the few Lakers wings who survived the roster overhaul, which gives his read on the defense some weight. Asked how the group looks different beyond the addition of Walker Kessler, he did not hedge. “We got some problems this year,” LaRavia said in a press conference. “We got a lot […] The post Lakers’ Jake LaRavia sends bold warning about LA’s defense appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Ziaire Williams, after spending two seasons with the rebuilding Brooklyn Nets, will get a chance to play competitive basketball this season for the Los Angeles Lakers after signing a veteran minimum contract this offseason. Considering that the Lakers are in dire need of some help on the wings following the departures of LeBron James, Rui […] The post Ziaire Williams opens up on real comfort level with Lakers role appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Ben Simmons knows exactly why that clip traveled. Days into his first training camp with the Kings, and his first in nearly 18 months, the veteran guard was asked about the airballed three from practice that spread across social media this week. He pointed out the selection bias at work. “I airballed one, and one […] The post Kings’ Ben Simmons speaks out on airball everyone is talking about appeared first on ClutchPoints.

After a one-year absence, Ben Simmons is back on the court after signing a one-year, $3.5 million deal with the Sacramento Kings. Simmons will have to shake off a lot of rust after taking an extended break from basketball to recover from chronic ailments. He said he is confident that he can regain his prime […] The post Kings’ Ben Simmons puts ESPN, other media on blast for ‘false narratives’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Boca Raton, FL – As the Miami Heat are starting a new era led by Giannis Antetokounmpo, another star added to the team in the offseason came in the form of four-time NBA champion Klay Thompson. With Thompson going through his first Heat training camp at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) this week, he also reunites […] The post Exclusive: Andrew Wiggins talks new-look Heat with Giannis, reuniting with Klay Thompson appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Although the Golden State Warriors fell short of adding superstars, franchise rookie Yaxel Lendeborg is embracing a big role with his team. Lendeborg opened up about his role this upcoming season in a conversation with veteran Draymond Green. “I just want to be able to crack rotation, play meaningful minutes, be able to be somebody […] The post Yaxel Lendeborg talks about his role with the Warriors appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

NBA insiders reveal their thoughts on the Lakers' superstar Luka Doncic's physical transformation heading into training camp.

The Trail Blazers hired then on the same day fired Braiden Bell as their play-by-play announcer after a series of inappropriate social media posts from when he was a teenager came to light.

So, does this hype train have brakes, or what?

Nets rookie Mikel Brown Jr. has returned to limited practice after a left ankle injury, but he is not yet cleared for contact.

The Mavericks are expected to retain Moussa Cisse through October 1, guaranteeing the remainder of his $2,185,116 salary for the 2026/27 season, according to Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News (Twitter link). Cisse’s contract, which was initially non-guaranteed, became partially guaranteed for $1,092,558 when he stayed on Dallas’ roster through Sept. 1. A 6’11” […]

EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 28: Cameron Carr #43 of the Los Angeles Lakers during Los Angeles Lakers Media Day at UCLA Health Training Center on September 28, 2026 in El Segundo, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) | Getty Images Praise has been heaped in bundles to countless Lakers win throughout the first days of training camp. A new name was added to the mix on Monday and is one Lakers fans will likely be excited to hear about. While head coach JJ Redick admitted he’s stil...

Steph Curry is entering his 18th NBA season. In an interview with ABC7 News Bay Area, the 38-year-old revealed who has been the toughest defender he’s ever faced throughout his career. Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry reacts on the court during the second half of a game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center in...

The Detroit Pistons agreed to a new five-year contract worth $200 million with center Jalen Duren on Thursday, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.

Duren's extension links him to the Pistons for five more years and takes a high-risk gamble of accepting a one-year qualifying offer off the table.

All-NBA center Jalen Duren has agreed to a five-year, $200 million fully guaranteed contract to return to the Detroit Pistons, agent Chafie Fields told ESPN's Shams Charania.

After creating an opening on their training camp roster by waiving Peter Suder, the Bulls have signed Isaiah Stevens to fill that 21st spot, the team announced this evening (Twitter link). While the terms of Stevens’ agreement were not disclosed, he likely signed a non-guaranteed training camp deal featuring Exhibit 10 language. If he’s waived […]

Victor Wembanyama made his stance on sports betting very clear. On Thursday, the Spurs superstar spoke to reporters at training camp and answered whether he’d ever sign a deal with...

Lakers coach JJ Redick had a meeting with Luka Doncic on Wednesday, something he plans to do with each player. What did they talk about? Leadership. “It’s something he’s really excited about,” Redick said at Lakers practice Thursday. The Lakers belong to Doncic after LeBron James left for the 76ers in free agency after eight...

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Mario Hezonja is back in the NBA after a six-season absence, and he's three inches taller and 70 pounds heavier (6'6", 190 to 6'9", 260) than he was when he initially entered the NBA in 2015 with the Orlando Magic.

Madison Square Garden calls itself “The World’s Most Famous Arena,” but experiencing a New York Knicks game there now comes with a price worthy of that billing. The Action Network estimates that a family of four could pay $1,930.55 for one Knicks outing during the 2026-27 NBA season. That projected bill includes four seats, two […] The post Knicks’ NBA-high family cost reveals the price of loyalty appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Suns have exercised their fourth-year option on Ryan Dunn and their third-year option on Khaman Maluach, the team announced today (Twitter links). Both players were already set to earn guaranteed salaries this season. The moves will lock in Dunn’s $5,025,553 salary and Maluach’s $6,617,160 cap hit for 2027/28. The 28th overall pick in the […]

The Rockets have waived Rafael Castro, tweets Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. Castro signed a two-way contract with Houston in August. That two-way deal covered two seasons, but all two-way contracts are non-guaranteed and don’t count against the salary cap, so the Rockets won’t carry any dead money on their books by releasing the 6’11” big […]

New Philadelphia 76ers forward LeBron James has said he wants to be the "final little piece" that helps Joel Embiid win a title and that the big man has "done everything in our league" except win that elusive championship.

Colorado head coach Deion Sanders addressed the Denver Nuggets during training camp as the team prepared for the 2026-27 NBA season on Thursday.

Following up on reporting indicating that former first-round pick Dalton Knecht could be the odd man out as the Lakers deal with a preseason roster crunch, Jovan Buha (Twitter video link) noted on Wednesday that head coach JJ Redick hasn’t outlined the sort of role he envisions for the third-year forward so far at training […]

Wizards big man Tristan Vukcevic has been diagnosed with a left hip impingement, the team announced today (via Twitter). According to the Wizards, Vukcevic will be a partial participant in training camp while going through the rehab process. The plan is for the injury to be reevaluated in four weeks, which means he’ll miss at […]

Tacko Fall was diagnosed with a left hip strain, the Philadelphia 76ers announced on Thursday. Fall will be re-evaluated in two weeks. Fall, who signed a training camp deal with the Sixers, averaged 1.1 points and 2.1 rebounds for the Cavs last season.