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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - DECEMBER 18: Tyler Kolek #13 of the New York Knicks dribbles the ball while being guarded by Andrew Nembhard #2 of the Indiana Pacers in the fourth quarter at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on December 18, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 Dylan Buell/Getty Images) | Getty Images In h...

As rumors swirl about their pending roster crunch, the Lakers were without two players during Monday’s practice.  Third-year wing Dalton Knecht and third-year guard Bronny James were excused from the session, according to Lakers coach JJ Redick.  The Lakers have until 2 p.m. to reduce their roster from 16 players at the maximum of 15...

After practice Monday, Knicks coach Mike Brown, as well as guards Jalen Brunson and Landry Shamet, spoke about what it means to turn the page on their championship berth and enter a new campaign with largely the same group.

The Rockets have made a series of moves in order to set their roster for the regular season, announcing in a press release that they’ve converted the Exhibit 10 contracts of big man Oscar Tshiebwe and forward Julian Phillips to two-way deals. Houston already had one two-way slot open. In order to accommodate both conversions, […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have enough offensive talent to make the playoffs uncomfortable for almost anyone. Their problem is that championship opponents will be just as comfortable attacking them. Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves give Los Angeles an elite offensive foundation. The pair combined for 56.8 points per game last season, the NBA’s highest-scoring duo, […] The post Lakers’ fatal flaw that will doom 2027 NBA championship chances appeared first on ClutchPoints.

North Carolina men’s basketball will look different this year. They will have Michael Malone as their next head coach, and Caleb Wilson will play for the Chicago Bulls. With the season around the corner, the AP Top 25 poll was released on Monday, and North Carolina didn’t make the cut, per On3Sports.com. This is the […] The post Caleb Wilson’s exit, Preseason AP Top 25 Poll shows North Carolina’s Michael Malone has a lot of work to do appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Dallas Mavericks are coming into the 2026-27 season looking to continue on their current rebuild path centered around rising star Cooper Flagg. The team still needs to get in the good graces of the fanbase following the asinine Luka Doncic trade, and having a cornerstone like Flagg in the fold is a good way […] The post Mavericks player who will shock NBA world with breakout 2026-27 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

With the Miami Heat preparing for the regular season opener on Wednesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves, all eyes will be on the injuries the team is dealing with, especially when it comes to captain Bam Adebayo. As the Heat’s new era starts with Adebayo and Giannis Antetokounmpo at the forefront, the star would give a […] The post Heat’s Bam Adebayo shares crucial injury update ahead of opener vs. Timberwolves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Philadelphia 76ers are just a day away from kicking off their 2026 NBA season with a road game vs the New York Knicks. The 76ers are entering this season with legit title aspirations after remaking their roster this summer, headlined by the free agency signing of LeBron James. James has wasted no time becoming […] The post LeBron James already has a new mural in Philadelphia before 76ers’ season opener appeared first on ClutchPoints.

With the Miami Heat preparing for the start of the 2026-27 season on Wednesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves, one of the team’s newcomers who’s looking to make a huge impact is Klay Thompson. Ahead of the Heat’s opener against the Timberwolves on Wednesday, Thompson has utilized the preseason to find his footing with his new […] The post Why Heat’s Klay Thompson shrugged off preseason shooting woes appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Tobias Harris helped a young Detroit Pistons core climb the Eastern Conference standings and earn 60 wins for just the third time in franchise history. The San Antonio Spurs have already enjoyed their own ascension in the West, reaching the NBA Finals in Victor Wembanyama’s third NBA campaign and Mitch Johnson’s first full year as […] The post Spurs’ Mitch Johnson rules Tobias Harris out for opening night vs. Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Come Tuesday, when the Knicks open the season against the 76ers, they receive their rewards, the rings most of them have waited their entire lives to touch. In some ways, the jewelry frees them from forms of pressure. For example, never again should any reasonable mind question the Knicks’ decision to trade all those first-round picks for Bridges, without whom they don’t win a title. Never again could anyone call Brunson too small to be the leader of a title team. Never again could allegation...

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The Kings have waived guard Adam Flagler, opening a two-way roster spot ahead of the regular season, the team announced, via James Ham. Flagler signed with Sacramento in July but saw little action during the preseason, appearing in two games and averaging 4.6 minutes. Jonathan Mogbo and Leaky Black hold the Kings’ other two-way contracts, […] The post Kings make roster move appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Prior to tip-off, New York will raise a championship banner to the rafters for the first time in 53 years.

The Kings have waived two-way player Adam Flagler, the team announced in a press release (Twitter link via Kings insider James Ham). Flagler signed his two-way contract with Sacramento in July. The 26-year-old appeared in seven combined Summer League games (16.8 minutes per contest) with the Kings later that month but struggled with efficiency in […]

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 19: Cade Cunningham #2 of the Detroit Pistons drives to the basket during the game against the Boston Celtics on January 19, 2026 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. 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 Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via G...

The Atlanta Dream remained undefeated through the first two rounds of the 2026 WNBA Playoffs, sweeping both the Washington Mystics and the New York Liberty. Now, while they’re closer than ever to finally lifting the trophy, they’re also looking their toughest opponent right in the eyes. Atlanta has been on the brink before. The Dream… The post The Atlanta Dream’s 13-Year Road to Redemption appeared first on Winsidr.

Elle Duncan believes Caitlin Clark was unfairly used as an avatar for political and cultural debates when she joined the WNBA in 2024.

One of the best conferences in the country got even strong with new faces and returning stars The post 2026-27 Big Ten preview appeared first on The IX Sports.

Game Details Date Tuesday, October 20 Start Time 3 PM ET / 2 PM CT / 12 PM PT Location Little Caesars Arena, Detroit How to Watch on TV Fans have both national and regional broadcasting options for tonight's game: National Broadcast NBC Detroit Home Broadcast WMYD (Scripps) Boston Away Broadcast NBC Sports Boston How to Live Stream If you are looking to stream the game live, you have digital platforms available depending on your location: Pistons fans in local market - Celtics fans in local m...

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BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 14: The sneakers worn by Paul George #13 of the Boston Celtics during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on October 14, 2026 at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Image...

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 05: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics argues with referee Ben Taylor #46 against the Philadelphia 76ers during the fourth quarter in game three of the Eastern Conference Second Round Playoffs at Wells Fargo Center on May 05, 2023 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. (Photo by...

The Suns are converting Duop Reath’s Exhibit 10 contract to a two-way deal, confirms Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 indicated last week that Reath would be converted to a two-way pact. A 6’9″ center from South Sudan, Reath spent most of the past three years as a frontcourt […]

After Stephen Curry's latest injury scare, here's how the Warriors' outcomes for 2026-27 have changed with so many new roster questions.