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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...

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...

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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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.

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.

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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. ...

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 05: Matisse Thybulle #26 of the Los Angeles Lakers steals the ball from Zach LaVine #8 of the Sacramento Kings in the first half of the preseason game at Golden 1 Center on October 05, 2026 in Sacramento, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) | Getty Imag...

October 8, 2026 Utah Jazz: Terrell Brown Jr. became a free agent. Milwaukee Bucks: John Butler became a free agent. Orlando Magic: Johnell Davis became a free agent. Los Angeles Clippers: Fletcher Loyer became a free agent. Oklahoma City Thunder: Robert McCray V became a free agent. October 7, 2026 Sacramento Kings: Waived Trhae Mitchell. […] The post NBA Transactions: Thursday 10/8 appeared first on Hoops Wire.

There are certain moments that haunt us. That gnaw at us. That creep into our minds in quiet moments and play with our emotions like a fiddle. Luka Dončić knows his. It happened on April 2 in a game against the Thunder last season. It was a measuring stick game against the reigning NBA champions....

Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault praised the day-to-day demeanor of rookie Bennett Stirtz following Wednesday’s 128-126 preseason home loss vs. the Milwaukee Bucks (20 points/2 offensive rebounds/3 defensive rebounds/2 assists/one turnover/one steal/6-11 FG/4-7 3-PT/4-6 FT in 22 minutes off the bench). (via Oklahoma City Thunder): “He’s incredibly mature and professional, well beyond his […] The post Mark Daigneault on Bennett Stirtz: “He’s incredibly mature and professional” ...

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - MARCH 20: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics shoes in warm ups against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on March 20, 2026 in Memphis, Tennessee. 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 Matthew A. Smith/Getty Images) | Getty Images Herald Celtics announce surprise coaching plan ahead of preseason opener Five t...

Here's a trade idea that could send Kevin Huerter to the Nuggets and give the Pistons two frontcourt players plus a future pick.

The Miami Heat have real goals of making a championship run this season, and it all started when Giannis Antetokounmpo was traded to the team during the offseason. Antetokounmpo is one of the best players in the league today, and he’s shown throughout his career that he can make a team one of the best […] The post Heat’s Giannis Antetokounmpo drops confident ‘top 10’ declaration appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Dallas Mavericks are still trying to regain the trust and goodwill of the fanbase in the aftermath of the failed Luka Doncic trade. Anthony Davis is no longer on the team and Nico Harrison was fired as general manager. But if Mavericks rising star Cooper Flagg becomes the type of franchise cornerstone some are […] The post Mavericks fans will like this Cooper Flagg All-Star prediction appeared first on ClutchPoints.

When the Buss family agreed to sell their majority shares of the Los Angeles Lakers to Mark Walter, Jeanie Buss came to an agreement with Walter to remain the Lakers’ governor for at least a five-year period, allowing for her to continue operating in the role she had been. But that isn’t all that was […]

Here are five former NBA All-Stars who could lose their rotation spots in 2026-27, including some big names facing competition for minutes.

Making his return to action after a 19-month absence in which he recovered from an ACL tear, Mavericks point guard Kyrie Irving will play in just one of the team’s two games vs. Houston in Macao this weekend, head coach Dusty May told reporters, including Christian Clark of The Athletic. According to May, the team […]

MACAU — It’s been almost three years since the Dallas Mavericks changed controlling owners. On Dec. 27, 2023, the NBA’s Board of Governors approved Mark Cuban’s sale of the team to Miriam Adelson and Patrick Dumont, members of the families that run the Sands Corporation. During the ownership transition, Cuban said his vision was to partner with Sands and build a new basketball arena that merged with a casino and resort. At one time, Dumont had the same idea. But now, Dumont said that the aren...