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Noah Clowney is among the Brooklyn Nets players with the most at stake this season. The 2023 first-round pick is entering the final year of his rookie contract and hasn’t received an extension. To earn a new deal, he’ll need to prove his worth after two inconsistent seasons as a full-time rotation member. While his […] The post Nets’ Noah Clowney not concerned about contract situation entering final year of rookie deal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Golden State Warriors are in a difficult spot heading into the 2026-27 season. Stephen Curry is not getting any younger, but his supporting cast has significant question marks, raising plenty of concerns regarding their ability to compete heading into the upcoming campaign. Jimmy Butler is still recovering from a torn ACL, and all reports […] The post Warriors players who will shock NBA world with breakout 2026-27 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Nuggets guard Julian Strawther is set to undergo an MRI on Thursday after injuring his left leg during Wednesday’s preseason game vs. the Clippers in Los Angeles, head coach David Adelman told reporters, including Bennett Durando of The Denver Post (subscription required). Handling the ball with about 4:33 left in the third quarter in Wednesday’s […]

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Anthony Edwards believes Jaden McDaniels could average 25 points per game this season if he properly exploits the defensive attention that Edwards and LaMelo Ball get.

Myisha Hines-Allen shared a cryptic social media post after spending one season with the Indiana Fever.

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The Dallas Mavericks fell short against the New Orleans Pelicans, 101-97, in the preseason at American Airlines Center on Wednesday, dropping to 1-2. But it should not be a cause for concern for the Mavericks, who are entering the upcoming season with optimism, fueled by the continued ascent of Cooper Flagg in his second year […] The post Dusty May highlights Zaccharie Risacher’s qualities that will help Mavericks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

What does the fox say? Get out of the way if you don’t want to be on a poster. Something like that. San Antonio Spurs guard De’Aaron Fox proved on Wednesday that he can still get up. In the second quarter against the Phoenix Suns in the preseason at Frost Bank Center, Fox drove hard […] The post Watch De’Aaron Fox ruthlessly posterize defender in Spurs’ preseason win vs. Suns appeared first on ClutchPoints.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - FEBRUARY 7: Jared McCain #3 of the Oklahoma City Thunder handles the ball in front of Reed Sheppard #15 of the Houston Rockets during the second half at Paycom Center on February 7, 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 Joshua Gateley/Getty Images) | Getty Images Tonight mark...

TORONTO, CANADA - OCTOBER 13: Miles McBride #2 of the New York Knicks drives to the basket during the game against the Toronto Raptors during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 13, 2026 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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 Vaughn R...

The Clippers have been short-handed throughout preseason, but there’s hope that reinforcements could be getting closer. Brandon Ingram has started on-court work, though he is still not expected to be ready for the start of the season, Mark Medina writes (via Twitter). Ingram came over to the Clippers as the centerpiece of the much-delayed Kawhi […]

Kasparas Jakucionis acknowledged that the Milwaukee Bucks have significant room for improvement after their 125-104 preseason loss to the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday, while emphasizing the importance of maintaining his aggressive playing style and learning from early foul trouble. Jakucionis finished with 18 points and six assists at Fiserv Forum, converting all 11 of his […] The post Kasparas Jakucionis on Bucks: “We’re way far from where we should be” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Detroit Pistons blew out the Minnesota Timberwolves 128-106 behind Jalen Duren as LaMelo Ball goes ice cold on the evening.

For the Nets, Wednesday was finally MBJ Day.

Brooklyn Nets fans got the moment they’ve been waiting for on Wednesday. After missing Brooklyn’s first three preseason games with an ankle injury, No. 6 pick Mikel Brown Jr. made his Nets debut during a 144-128 loss to the Miami Heat. The rookie guard didn’t disappoint. Brown scored 15 points on 4-of-7 shooting from the […] The post Nets rookie Mikel Brown Jr. shows growth in key area during impressive NBA debut appeared first on ClutchPoints.

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - OCTOBER 12: Darryn Peterson #22 and Ace Bailey #19 of the Utah Jazz looks on during the game against the San Antonio Spurs on October 12, 2026 at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by Alex Goodlett/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE ...

The Miami Heat defeated the Brooklyn Nets 144-128 on Wednesday at Kaseya Center, with Giannis Antetokounmpo delivering an all-around performance to help his team secure its third victory in four preseason games. Antetokounmpo finished with 20 points, 15 rebounds, nine assists and three blocks in 24 minutes. He shot 8-for-10 from the field and added […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo nears triple-double in Heat win over Nets appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

After waiving small forward Cole Swider, the Lakers have made a subsequent move, signing free agent guard Jahmir Young to an Exhibit 10 training camp deal, writes Dan Woike of The Athletic (Twitter link). They have also signed New Zealand forward Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones to an Exhibit 10 deal, Olgun Uluc reports for ESPN (via Twitter). […]

Nets coach Jordi Fernández said preseason games may not count, but they matter. They’re less about wins and losses but playing hard and well.

The Cleveland Cavaliers waived Jaxson Robinson on Wednesday. Robinson signed a training camp deal earlier in the week. Robinson appeared for the G League's Charge last season.

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A majority of the players in this year's WNBA Finals first made their names known at the college level. Here is a look at where each WNBA Finals player played college hoops.

Dallas Mavericks coach Dusty May praised Dwight Powell’s contributions to the team but stopped short of confirming whether the veteran center will secure a spot on the regular-season roster. “Those questions I can’t answer,” May said when asked how close Powell is to forcing his way onto the roster, per Noah Weber. “Dwight has been […] The post Dusty May addresses Dwight Powell’s chances of making Mavericks roster appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Jalen Duren scored 24 points on 8-of-9 shooting as the Detroit Pistons defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 128-106 in preseason action on Wednesday, October 14, at Target Center. Detroit improved to 2-1, while Minnesota fell to 3-2 after surrendering an early lead. Duren added three rebounds, one assist, two steals and one block in just 15 […] The post Jalen Duren scores 24 in just 15 minutes against Timberwolves appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

PHOENIX, AZ - OCTOBER 10: Jalen Green #4 of the Phoenix Suns & Dylan Harper #2 of the San Antonio Spurs battle during the game during a preseason game on October 10, 2026 at PHX Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE ...

PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 10: Jordan Walsh #27 of the Boston Celtics shoots a three point basket during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 10, 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 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via...

For Rhyne Howard, the Dream’s WNBA Finals berth sparked a rare emotional release.

The Celtics host the Charlotte Hornets for the 3rd of their 4 preseason games.