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The Minnesota Timberwolves acquiring LaMelo Ball from the Charlotte Hornets this offseason was one of the bigger moves that occurred. Many NBA fans and prognosticators believe that Anthony Edwards needed a second All-Star-caliber player on the team to truly contend in the Western Conference. The Timberwolves were ultimately able to get Ball, who will serve […] The post LaMelo Ball earns Magic Johnson comparison from new Minnesota teammate appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Golden State Warriors probably know it now, but they have a fearless rookie in Yaxel Lendeborg. Since he was drafted, it seems like he has the ultimate confidence in his abilities, and he doesn’t care who’s in front of him. Just recently, it felt as if some of that confidence took a step back […] The post Yaxel Lendeborg’s ‘what the f**k’ reaction to Luka Doncic assignment appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The New York Knicks are less than a week away from kicking off their 2026-27 NBA season. The Knicks are looking to become the first team to repeat as NBA champs since the 2017-18 Golden State Warriors did it nearly a decade ago, and they’ll be bringing back most of the same core as last […] The post Knicks get almost zero NBA title repeat respect from GMs as Spurs, Thunder dominate poll appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Dillon Brooks has embraced his reputation as one of the NBA’s most polarizing players, explaining how the villain label fuels his motivation and helps him approach every game with a competitive edge. “I consider myself a villain. For me, it just keeps motivation for every game,” Brooks said. “I feel like being a villain is […] The post Dillon Brooks: “I consider myself a villain” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Walker Kessler impressed for the Los Angeles Lakers in his first preseason game. The LA Lakers preseason preparations ramped up with new signing Walker Kessler...

There was plenty of buzz about the Golden State Warriors potentially pursuing LeBron James this offseason, but Stephen Curry is still "happy" for his friend after the King chose the Philadelphia 76ers.

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Appearing in his first NBA game in nearly a full calendar year, Walker Kessler made his Lakers preseason debut on Tuesday and compiled 11 points and nine rebounds in just 16 minutes vs. Golden State, writes ESPN’s Dave McMenamin. “It was a lot of fun being out there again,” said Kessler, who missed most of […]

The Los Angeles Lakers debut of center Walker Kessler went about as good as it could have gone as the big man finished with 11 points, nine rebounds, one steal and one block in 16 first-half minutes against the Golden State Warriors. Kessler showed off the impact he will have on both sides of the […]

Here is how the Lakers’ first 10 games of the 2026-27 NBA Season could play out, with projections for Luka Doncic’s new-look team.

The Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Clippers stand out as the top two potential suitors for New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns if he leaves the team via free agency next offseason, an anonymous NBA executive told Stefan Bondy of the New York Post.

DALLAS, TX - FEBRUARY 7: Anthony Davis #3 of the Dallas Mavericks poses for a photo during a press conference on February 7, 2025 at the Dallas Mavericks Practice Facility in Dallas, Texas. 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Glenn James/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images ...

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 13: Walker Kessler #14 of the Los Angeles Lakers warms up before the game against the Golden State Warriors on October 13, 2026 at Thomas & Mack Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via G...

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 05: LaMelo Ball #1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves celebrates against the Milwaukee Bucks in the second quarter during the preseason NBA game at Fiserv Forum on October 05, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Minnesota Timberwo...

Fever forward Aliyah Boston underwent arthroscopic surgery on her knee.

Minnesota Timberwolves president Tim Connelly says the risk of being fired won't stop him from making bold moves. Connelly is entering the final season of his contract and has reshaped the roster every year since 2022. "If it doesn't work and it's my job, I'll get fired," said Connelly. "That's fine. But I don't ever want to be in a position where we're reluctant to take big swings." Connelly has turned down other opportunities and said his family is happy in Minnesota. Connelly made more big...

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 08: LeBron James #23 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on during the first quarter of a preseason game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on October 08, 2026 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. 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 Ishika Samant/Getty Images) | Getty Images LeBron James is alrea...

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Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry recently spoke on SiriusXM NBA Radio about the Warriors’ pursuit of LeBron James, though they couldn’t close the deal. The Warriors were seen as frontrunners early in the LeBron James free-agent sweepstakes, and reports indicated that Curry and Draymond Green spoke with James about joining the team. Was LeBron […] The post Stephen Curry drops ultimate bottom line on LeBron James choosing 76ers over Golden State appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Anthony Edwards has a message for the rest of the NBA.

The NBA preseason is meant to ramp up for the regular season, but the intensity was on full display over the past couple of weeks. This year’s preseason has seen a couple of dustups and heated moments, including Suns forward Dillon Brooks and new Pistons forward John Collins getting into it. While Anthony Edwards didn’t […] The post Anthony Edwards was ready to throw down with Paul Reed in heated preseason moment appeared first on ClutchPoints.

An annual survey of NBA GMs projects the Spurs to win the NBA title this season, with Victor Wembanyama earning MVP and Defensive Player of the Year honors.

Philadelphia sports fans starved for some wins are increasingly looking to the Sixers, but with the regular season opener right around the corner, still keep the long-term goal in mind.

This year's freshman class doesn't feature the no-doubt talent of last year, but includes a number of intriguing players ready to step into significant roles