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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 09: Carter Bryant #11 of the San Antonio Spurs walks on the court during a break in the first half of a 2026 NBA Summer League game against the Atlanta Hawks at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 09, 2026 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. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welco...

Matt Barnes told Steve Ballmer to change the Clippers’ name when he bought the team in 2014. Everybody laughed at Barnes, but he thinks the franchise is cursed and the idea might be worth revisiting following the salary cap scandal. Matt Barnes told Steve Ballmer to change the Clippers’ name when he bought the team...

The Golden State Warriors are currently gearing up to begin the regular season in less than two weeks. The Warriors are looking to defy the doubters this year after returning the exact same roster as last year, save for the addition of Yaxel Lendeborg. Recently, the Warriors received the tough news that big man Kristaps […] The post Warriors rumors: Kristaps Porzingis’ mystery health issue expected to derail start of regular season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

MIAMI – With the fanbase anticipating the impact Giannis Antetokounmpo will have on the Miami Heat, the same can be said for Klay Thompson, as the two players heading into the season are sure to play a huge role. As many expect the best versions of each player on the Heat, head coach Erik Spoelstra […] The post How ‘conflict’ created by Giannis Antetokounmpo-Klay Thompson duo will boost Heat’s offense appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The upcoming season could define Alperen Sengun’s Houston Rockets future.

The Warriors had back-to-back exhibition games on Tuesday against the Lakers and Wednesday against the Trail Blazers.  Here are our takeaways: 1. Yaxel Lendeborg has arrived In Tuesday’s game against the Lakers, Yaxel Lendeborg was the main story. The Warriors’ 11th pick in the NBA draft looks ready to contribute, which is music to Golden State’s ears...

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 07: Devin Booker #15 of the Phoenix Suns looks on against the Chicago Bulls during the first half of the preseason game at the United Center on October 07, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Daniel Bartel/Getty Images) | Getty Images Do you know what the most annoying thing about ...

BOSTON, MA - MAY 2: Baylor Scheierman #55 and Hugo Gonzalez #28 of the Boston Celtics react during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers during Round One Game Seven of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 2, 2026 at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Bri...

Another exciting women's college basketball season is about to commence. With the college hoops season less than a month from tipping off, who are the top WNBA prospects to keep an eye on? Who Are The Top WNBA Prospects Heading Into the 2026-27 Season The UCLA Bruins enter the 2026-27 campaign as the defending champions, …

The Golden State Warriors still have no timetable for when Kristaps Porzingis will return to the lineup. "I'll reach out to KP today and check in with him, but nothing new to report," said coach Steve Kerr on Thursday. General manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. said last month that Porzingis will be out indefinitely due to a "health issue." Al Horford also reiterated Thursday that he has no updates on Porzingis' health. "We just don't have much information," Horford said. "So, I think for us it's just...

The New York Liberty return home with their season on the line when they host the Atlanta Dream in Game 3 of the WNBA semifinals Friday night at Barclays Center. How to Watch Liberty vs Dream Atlanta took a commanding…

Heat The Heat played at the NBA’s fastest pace last season, and there’s a good argument for keeping it that way now that Giannis Antetokounmpo is in Miami. That was the premise explored by NBA on SI, which noted that Miami’s roster is built with plenty of athletes around Antetokounmpo, including Davion Mitchell, Andrew Wiggins […] The post NBA Notes: Heat, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Pelicans, Bulls appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Star guard Caitlin Clark made a free agency request to the Indiana Fever organization during the 2026 playoffs ahead of the WNBA offseason.

After a year filled with drama on and off the court, the Indiana Fever have begun their offseason on the heels of their first-round loss to the Las Vegas Aces in the WNBA playoffs. The Fever had a historic offensive year, becoming the league’s highest-scoring team. That was thanks to guard Caitlin Clark and Kelsey […] The post Caitlin Clark Opened Up About Fever Coach After Playoff Series Loss appeared first on HEAVY.

Former NBA players are changing their views.

The Indiana Fever faced intense scrutiny and several controversies this season amid the extraordinary attention surrounding Caitlin Clark and the team. Two-time WNBA champion and former Fever guard Sydney Colson has now opened up about her experience with the Fever fan environment and the organization’s response to it.

Miles' second-place finish is the highest by a rookie since Candace Parker won the award in 2008.

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Caitlin Clark can't speak to what's to come regarding the financial side of her WNBA career, but she does know one thing heading into the offseason.

Knicks Mike Brown made it pretty clear Wednesday that five Knicks have nothing to worry about. Everyone else does. Brown told reporters that Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart are going to play regardless of mistakes. The rest of the roster, however, is competing either for a spot or for […] The post NBA Notes: Knicks, Mavericks, Kyrie Irving, Grizzlies, Zach Edey appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Las Vegas Aces’ quest to successfully defend their title is still alive, as they seek to win a fourth championship in a five-year span. However, their semifinal series is off to a bumpy start after losing game one 71-60 to the Golden State Valkyries. This is the eight consecutive year that the Aces are… The post Overcoming the Obstacles appeared first on Winsidr.

Atlanta Dream guard Allisha Gray is listed as questionable with a finger injury ahead of Friday's semifinals Game 3 in New York, the team said on Thursday.

"Enough of the double standard."

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander spent the offseason training for a highly anticipated 2026-27 season and is now putting San Antonio Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama and Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic on notice. In a recent interview with Time, Gilgeous-Alexander talked about bouncing back from losing the Western Conference Finals against Wembanyama and the Spurs. He […] The post Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander puts Nikola Jokic, Victor Wembanyama on notice appeared first on Clu...

The 2026-27 NBA season hasn’t even begun yet, and there’s already trade rumors blowing. At the forefront of the rumors are the defending champion New York Knicks who might have some major decisions to make in the wake of potential contract extensions for Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart. But are potential trade talks on the […] The post Knicks rumors: ClutchPoints insider clarifies all Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart trade buzz appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Philadelphia 76ers find themselves in a tough spot following the unfortunate news of Ariel Hukporti’s season-ending Achilles injury. Hukporti tore his Achilles in the 76ers’ preseason opener against the New York Knicks. He was due to have a crucial role as a backup behind Joel Embiid after leaving New York this summer, leaving a […] The post Why 76ers are in such a pickle after season-ending injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Let's break down what to like and be concerned about, a lineup to watch and a reasonable range for them to finish in the standings.

As a Houston Rockets writer, I don’t write about Alperen Sengun very often. Some of you know why. For the uninitiated, here’s a potentially self-indulgent confession. I have a graphic saved on my phone quoting me as saying the Rockets should trade Sengun (and picks) for Nic Claxton and Mikal Bridges. I know that if you search my name on Houston Rockets Reddit, it won’t take long before the word “moron” comes up. And…it bothered me. I don’t like being called a moron. But that was a while ago. ...