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Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick believes Walker Kessler is ready to embrace the pressure that comes with playing center for one of the NBA’s most scrutinized franchises. Speaking after the Lakers’ 121-106 preseason loss to the Denver Nuggets on Saturday, October 16, Redick discussed the expectations facing Kessler following his arrival in Los […] The post JJ Redick addresses pressure on Walker Kessler with Lakers appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The NBA regular season is still around the corner, but Draymond Green has already found himself in familiar territory with the officials. The Golden State Warriors forward picked up a technical foul during the team’s preseason matchup against the Portland Trail Blazers. It remains unclear what Green said to the officials, but based on the […] The post Of course Warriors’ Draymond Green got a technical foul for chirping at officials appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Denver Nuggets’ preseason matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday put Cam Johnson in the spotlight, as the Nuggets forward received his first ejection of the season. Johnson was thrown out of the game after elbowing Austin Reaves in the face. Following an extensive review, officials assessed Johnson a Flagrant 2 foul for […] The post Nuggets’ Cam Johnson ejected from Lakers clash after elbowing Austin Reaves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Luka Doncic reminded everyone why he remains one of the NBA’s most difficult players to contain. He powered through Nikola Jokic for a tough and-1 in the Los Angeles Lakers’ preseason finale against the Denver Nuggets on Friday night. During the second quarter at Crypto.com Arena, Doncic attacked downhill and drove directly into the chest […] The post Watch Lakers’ Luka Doncic power through Nikola Jokic for tough and-1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Cleveland Cavaliers, at the very least, got over the Conference Finals hump during their postseason run in 2026. The problem, of course, was that the eventual NBA champion New York Knicks swept them. There remains plenty of urgency for the Cavs to find a breakthrough, especially after they traded away Darius Garland for James […] The post 1 Cavs player in danger of losing starting job in 2026-27 training camp appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Bronny James' $2.3 million salary for 2026-27 is guaranteed. That's the good news. The rest? It's pretty cloudy after the young guard's third NBA preseason.

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 10: Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors high-fives Brandin Podziemski #2 during the first half of the preseason game against the Sacramento Kings at Chase Center on October 10, 2026 in San Francisco, 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 Godofredo A. Vásquez/Getty Images) | ...

Dalton Knecht was supposed to be a go-to sharpshooter for the Lakers for years to come. Now entering his third NBA season, he's on the chopping block.

Quentin Grimes figures to play an important role for the Lakers this season, but will he be starting games or coming off the bench more?

The Los Angeles Lakers fought back as much as they could, but their stars, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, didn't have enough in the tank to prevent a blowout loss against the Denver Nuggets.

Tonight’s Lakers game was the only time this preseason that Walker Kessler, Austin Reaves, and Luka Dončić played together. The result was mixed, with more questions than answers regarding the starting lineup and optimal rotations. Pregame, JJ Redick discussed the process regarding finding the best lineups. “I think you’re looking for balance in lineups, and you’re looking for players that complement and fit each other,” Redick said pregame. “He’s [Grimes] going to start a lot of games for us...

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 16: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors is guarded by Scoot Henderson #00 of the Portland Trail Blazers during the second half of their preseason game at Chase Center on October 16, 2026 in San Francisco, 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) | Getty I...

Another Denver Nuggets game, another out-of-this-world pass from Nikola Jokic. In their preseason final against the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday, the Nuggets superstar made what could very well be the pass of the preseason as he hit rookie Trevon Brazile with a cheeky behind-the-back pass all the way from midcourt. Nikola Jokic with a […] The post Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic makes the pass of the preseason on Trevon Brazile slam dunk appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Los Angeles Lakers closed out the preseason on Friday night with a 121-106 loss to the Denver Nuggets.

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Cooper Flagg looks ready to take a second year leap following the final preseason game for Dallas

Without V.J. Edgecombe, who was held out of Friday night's 125-120 loss to the Celtics, 76ers coach Nick Nurse gave the closest look at what this team may look like this season, including LeBron James and Joel Embiid playing preseason highs in minutes.

The Warriors handled their business in Friday night's preseason matchup against the Trail Blazers as they look towards the start of the 2026-27 NBA regular season.

Having wrapped up their first preseason together, LeBron James and Joel Embiid acknowledged there is still work to do before they become the best versions of themselves for this iteration of the Philadelphia 76ers.

LeBron James has only been with the Philadelphia 76ers for one offseason, but he has already made it clear which teammate helped bring him there. After Friday night’s preseason finale against the Boston Celtics, James heaped praise on Tyrese Maxey, crediting the guard as a big part of why he chose Philadelphia. “I work out […] The post 76ers star LeBron James gives Tyrese Maxey the ultimate compliment after Celtics clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Boston Celtics are entering the 2026-27 season as a bit of a dark horse contender. After all, despite coming off a season in which they won 56 games even though Jayson Tatum only played in 16 games following his recovery from a ruptured Achilles, many believe that the Celtics shot themselves on the foot […] The post 3 Boston Celtics bold season predictions after NBA-shattering Jaylen Brown trade bombshell appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Reality is about to hit the Los Angeles Clippers hard. It’s hard to fault the Clippers for selling the farm to bring in Kawhi Leonard back in 2019. But their gambit did not work. All they have to show for Leonard’s tenure are three playoff series wins — and it cost them two-time NBA MVP […] The post 3 Los Angeles Clippers bold season predictions after Kawhi Leonard trade, scandal leave franchise gutted appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Jackson-Davis produced 23 points (4-5 FG, 15-16 FT), three rebounds, one steal and four turnovers across 29 minutes in Friday's 129-125 preseason loss to the Pistons. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Smith, Burnett, and Martin all shone in last opportunity to show what they’ve got before the season starts.

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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 16: Joan Beringer #19 of the Minnesota Timberwolves goes to the basket as Jalen Smith #25 of the Chicago Bulls defends during the first half of the preseason game at the United Center on October 16, 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 Even...