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The Toronto Raptors already built their identity on the defensive end last season, and Collin Murray-Boyles believes the addition of Kawhi Leonard could take that to another level. Toronto was a top-five defensive team in 2025-26 while going 46-36 and earning the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference. The Raptors then took the Cleveland Cavaliers […] The post Raptors’ Collin Murray-Boyles sees Toronto’s defense turning into ‘nightmare’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic has delivered countless spectacular assists throughout his NBA career, but one recent preseason pass might be his personal favorite. The three-time MVP reflected on the remarkable behind-the-back assist to Cam Johnson that stunned basketball fans during Denver’s preseason opener against the Utah Jazz. The highlight came on Oct. 4 when […] The post Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic reveals where his insane behind-the-back preseason pass ranks appeared first on ClutchP...

Fans of the Detroit Pistons hope that all is well that ends well for Jalen Duren now that his contract standoff is over. Duren is coming off a breakout campaign, and he is expected to move past the offseason brouhaha and deliver solid numbers and carry emotional maturity in his fifth year. The 22-year-old Duren […] The post Pistons’ John Collins gets 100% about outlook alongside Jalen Duren appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Kendrick Perkins believes Kawhi Leonard is the most feared and dangerous player in the Eastern Conference after the forward’s move from the LA Clippers to the Toronto Raptors reshaped the balance of power in the East. “Kawhi Leonard is the most feared and most dangerous player in the Eastern Conference — and his peers know […] The post Kawhi Leonard is most feared player in East, says Kendrick Perkins appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo has spoken positively about teammate Davion Mitchell, pointing to the guard’s speed, playing style and ability to maintain a fast offensive pace. Antetokounmpo explained that Mitchell plays an important role in Miami’s offense, particularly when it comes to pushing the ball and keeping the team moving quickly. “He’s incredible, and […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo discusses Davion Mitchell’s offensive impact appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Western Conference has been the NBA’s stronger half for what seems like forever. But that may be changing, and a couple of familiar franchises could find themselves on the outside looking in. Yes, that includes Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors. And Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks aren’t exactly getting a glowing […] The post NBA Insider: Playoffs not in the cards for Warriors, Mavericks appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Former NBA guard Nick Van Exel believes Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving can form a highly effective partnership for the Dallas Mavericks, while emphasizing how much the reigning Rookie of the Year can learn from the veteran point guard. Speaking to Marc Stein on the DLLS Mavs Podcast, Van Exel expressed excitement about seeing the […] The post Nick Van Exel wants Cooper Flagg to study Tracy McGrady appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Lady Foot Locker in Niles, Ohio, was the first place I saw a women’s basketball shoe. My mom and I had driven 30 minutes to a mall to do some shopping, and there they were: Sheryl Swoopes’ Nike Air Swoopes 1 in all its glory. The shoe was the first of its kind. It was 1995, a moment I’ll never forget. For years, men’s basketball shoes have dominated the conversation and the market. But times have changed, with new sneaker designs and colorways from signature women’s shoes have ushered in a n

Mitchell Robinson has embraced Joe Mazzulla’s demanding coaching style as the Boston Celtics center adjusts to a more active offensive role following his move from the New York Knicks. “He get on my ass a lot,” Robinson said of Mazzulla after Boston’s 114-93 preseason victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday. “Which I, you know, […] The post Mitchell Robinson: “Joe Mazzulla has been on my ass” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Tonight marks the third and final preseason game for the Houston Rockets. On the other side of the court, the Oklahoma City Thunder are playing their fifth game that doesn’t count. Obviously, some of that is due to the Rockets taking a trip across the Pacific Ocean to play a pair of games with the […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves have been one of the best teams in the NBA over the past three seasons; they made it to the Western Conference Finals in 2024 and 2025 and may have gotten back there this year if it weren’t for the San Antonio Spurs. But the Timberwolves chose to be proactive instead of […] The post Timberwolves players who will shock NBA world with breakout 2026-27 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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There will be an MRI on Thursday for the Denver wing.

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Angel Reese’s Finals debut turns Atlanta’s Game 3 into the priciest ticket in WNBA Finals history.

Matas Buzelis scored 19 points as the Chicago Bulls defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 125-104 on Wednesday, October 14, at Fiserv Forum. Chicago improved to 2-2 in the preseason, while Milwaukee dropped to 1-3 after suffering its second consecutive home loss. Buzelis finished 6-of-9 from the field, including 5-of-7 from three-point range, and added three assists, […] The post Matas Buzelis leads Chicago to dominant win over Milwaukee appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle led the San Antonio Spurs to a 123-103 preseason victory over the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday at Frost Bank Center, as the hosts pulled away after a competitive opening quarter. Wembanyama finished with 19 points, four rebounds, three assists, two steals and four blocks in 23 minutes. He shot 9-for-14 […] The post Wembanyama, Castle lead Spurs to 20-point win over Suns appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The New Orleans Pelicans held off a late rally by the Dallas Mavericks to secure a 101-97 preseason victory on Wednesday at American Airlines Center, improving to 2-1 while handing Dallas its second consecutive home defeat. New Orleans built an early advantage and maintained control for most of the game, leading 56-45 at halftime. The […] The post Pelicans edge Mavericks in preseason thriller appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The LA Clippers defeated the Denver Nuggets 122-110 in a preseason game at Intuit Dome on Wednesday, October 14, earning their second consecutive home victory and improving to 2-1 in exhibition play. The Nuggets dropped to 2-2 after allowing 38 points in the third quarter, when the Clippers created separation and carried a 96-81 lead […] The post Clippers pull away from Nuggets for preseason win appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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.

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