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With expectations higher than ever for Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers, the seven-time All-Star center made a defiant stance ahead of Opening Night. Four-time champion LeBron James will make his 76ers debut against the defending champion New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday. His decision to join Philadelphia during free agency undoubtedly […] The post 76ers’ Joel Embiid fires back at ‘sacrifice’ narrative with defiant declaration appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Before LeBron James begins his fifth NBA chapter Tuesday, revisit his four previous team debuts and two early moments from his time with the Sixers.

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The New York Knicks are just over 24 hours away from celebrating their first NBA championship since 1973, but team captain Jalen Brunson isn't letting his team take its foot off the gas.

There are five NBA stars who could be traded if they struggle in the upcoming season, whether that's due to their own play or current team dynamics.

Here are teams ranked too high or too low in the first AP Top 25 poll before the 2026-27 season

Not all exhibitions are created equal, and the Hoosiers, Illinois, Cincinnati and Baylor all posted memorable first impressions

Kevin O'Connor and Grant Liffmann answer the biggest NBA questions before the 2026-27 season officially tips off.

Angel Reese has faced nonstop criticism throughout her career, but leading Atlanta to its first WNBA championship could completely change her legacy. Love her or hate her, Angel Reese is doing something that plenty of her critics never believed she could accomplish. She’s playing for a WNBA championship. Ever since entering the league, Reese has…

A fascinating 2026-27 Celtics season begins Tuesday in Detroit.

Fantasy hoops is back! Dan Titus takes you through his Playlist for the opening week of the 2026-27 NBA season.

After a long offseason and a preseason that sent them thousands of miles to play two games against the Dallas Mavericks, the Houston Rockets are only a few days away from opening their 2026-27 season against the same team on October 21. It kicks off a difficult start to their season, with seven of the first ten games against teams that made the playoffs last season. The Rockets must get off to a fast start this season, coming off a 52-win season but also consecutive first-round losses. The Ro...

The Cavaliers have four former All-Stars in their starting lineup, an intriguing new addition on the wing and a roster that just reached the Eastern Conference finals. So what’s not to like? Well, there are a few things. And with the regular season about to begin, those questions are becoming more important. The Cavs enter […] The post Cavs have plenty of star power, but little room for error appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Portland Trail Blazers are just days away from kicking off their 2026 NBA season, with a new-look team ready to hit the floor. The Blazers’ offseason has in some ways been overshadowed by the controversies of owner Tom Dundon, who has come to represent everything that fans resent about penny-pinching owners in professional sports. […] The post Of course Blazers owner Tom Dundon publicly denies secret relocation talks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Golden State Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase has built her coaching philosophy around helping others. In the two seasons at the helm of the expansion franchise, Nakase has helped guide Golden State through a remarkable rise. The Valkyries made history by reaching the 2026 WNBA Finals in just their second season as an expansion franchise. […]

Bruce Brown was waived by the New York Knicks, and as a prototypical two-way swingman, he can be a major addition to one of these three NBA teams.

Brooklyn Nets first-round pick Joshua Jefferson could make his NBA debut soon. After missing the preseason due to a back ailment, Jefferson practiced fully on Monday, per head coach Jordi Fernandez. The No. 28 pick will be available for Wednesday’s regular season opener vs. the Charlotte Hornets. “[Joshua] will be available, yeah. He just practiced, […] The post Nets first-round pick cleared for season-opener after missing preseason appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Check out the preseason odds to win the NBA's Defensive Player of the Year award.

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Eighth-year center Nic Claxton, an offseason trade addition for the Bulls, could be sidelined until early November, head coach Tiago Splitter told reporters this afternoon. Claxton suffered a hamstring injury during training camp in early October and was reevaluated on Monday. While Splitter said the 27-year-old big man is making progress in his recovery, he […]

Angel Reese has a chance to deliver Atlanta its first major professional championship since the Braves won the World Series in 2021. Atlanta hasn’t celebrated a major professional sports championship since the Braves won the World Series in 2021. Now, five years later, Angel Reese has an opportunity to bring another trophy to the city.…

The Atlanta Dream are currently gearing up for Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, which is slated to take place on Monday evening against the Golden State Valkyries. The Dream trail 0-1 in the series after dropping a close one in Game 1 of the series on Saturday afternoon on the road. Now, the team has released its latest injury report ahead of the game, […] The post 2026 WNBA Finals Game 2 injury report: Just 1 Dream player is listed appeared first on ClutchPoints.

MACAO, CHINA - OCTOBER 11: Dwight Powell #7 of the Dallas Mavericks drives to the basket during the game against the Houston Rockets as part of 2026 NBA China Games on October 11, 2026 in Macao, China at Venetian Arena. 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 Ryan Stetz/NBAE via Getty Ima...

The Golden State Warriors have a center problem that Draymond Green could need to fix. Draymond Green has been back in the role as small-ball...

The Detroit Pistons used their 2026-27 preseason schedule to get many of their new pieces in sync. Their 3-1 exhibition record showed the team is still committed to defense and working together to find success on the basketball court. After last season’s 60-win regular season and newfound postseason success for the Pistons, Detroit will have […] The post Cade for MVP? Plus 3 more important Pistons preseason takeaways appeared first on ClutchPoints.

PORTLAND, OR - SEPTEMBER 28: Ja Morant #1, Deni Avdija #8 and Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers poses for a portrait during NBA media day on September 28, 2026 at the Portland Trail Blazers practice facility in Portland, Oregon. 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 Camero...

Kessler sounds ready for the expectations that come with being a Lakers big man

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