Basketball News · LatestYesterday, Oct 21, 2026

SAN ANTONIO, TX - OCTOBER 20: Stephon Castle #5 of the San Antonio Spurs shoots the ball during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on October 20, 2026 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, 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 2026 NBAE (Photos by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images) | ...

Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander demonstrated in the NBA season opener why he has been crowned the league’s MVP in back-to-back seasons. SGA dominated Stephon Castle and the San Antonio Spurs, leading the Thunder to a 116-104 win to begin the season. Castle was also candid about the difficulty of defending the Oklahoma City […] The post Spurs’ Stephon Castle opens up on ‘hardest part’ of defending Sha Gilgeous-Alexander appeared first on ClutchPoints.

They say that having the memory of a goldfish is helpful when it comes to professional sports. Forgetting about losses and focusing on what’s ahead is important to keeping an even-keeled demeanor. But there are some who thrive off of remembering, and Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse certainly seems to be one of those […] The post Nick Nurse still thinks 76ers ‘should have won’ vs. Knicks in 2026 playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Egor Demin’s development was the talk of the Brooklyn Nets’ offseason. The former No. 8 pick’s physical improvement has left many confident that he’ll make a sophomore leap. How much has Demin grown physically since his rookie campaign? “Maybe you ask performance about his weight and how much bigger his biceps are. Maybe that’s a […] The post Nets’ Egor Demin reveals mental shift in key area that could drive sophomore leap appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Philadelphia 76ers spoiled the New York Knicks’ ring night on Tuesday, and Nick Nurse pointed to one defensive switch involving LeBron James as a big reason why. After the 76ers’ 106-100 win at Madison Square Garden, Nurse was asked about his decision to put James on Karl-Anthony Towns in the second half. The 76ers […] The post Which LeBron James adjustment helped 76ers stop Karl-Anthony Towns-Jalen Brunson pick-and-roll appeared first on ClutchPoints.

It’s the start of the 2026-27 NBA Season, and San Antonio Spurs fans are starting to get worried. They are currently facing off against their new rivals, the Oklahoma City Thunder. What makes fans worried isn’t exactly the score, but the performance of their biggest weapon. Victor Wembanyama is expected to take a big leap […] The post Quiet Victor Wembanyama Opening Night 1st half vs. Thunder has Spurs fans worried appeared first on ClutchPoints.

New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson had a positive outlook following a 106-100 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers to open the 2026-27 season on Tuesday.

Heading into the 2026-27 season, the franchise currently projects a total payroll of $188,400,680, which is bottom five in the league, even though it is $23,439,680 above the salary cap. With an average age of 25.1 years, Utah shares the spot for the league’s fifth-youngest squad alongside the New Orleans Pelicans, who the Jazz face Friday in the home opener. The table below show the Jazz's current player salaries (does not include Tony Bradley's which is $3.5M) according to basketball-refere...

There is the buzzkill element to all of this, sure.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 28: Head Coach Jordi Fernandez of the Brooklyn Nets speak during a press conference during Brooklyn Nets Media Day at Brooklyn Nets HSS Training Center on September 28, 2026 in New York City. 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 Dustin Satloff/Getty Images) | Getty Images Six long months after the Broo...

Guard Brandon Williams now has $1.4 million guaranteed by making the Golden State Warriors opening night roster

Bronny James was not even in the building, but he still caught a stray on the New York Knicks’ biggest night in decades. Tracy Morgan, the former “Saturday Night Live” star and lifelong Knicks fan, took a shot at the Los Angeles Lakers guard during NBC’s coverage of the team’s championship celebration at Madison Square […] The post Tracy Morgan disses Lakers’ Bronny James with wild “JUCO” claim appeared first on ClutchPoints.

It is understandable that the Knicks weren’t their freshest immediately after an emotional banner and ring ceremony before the game. At times, they looked drained.

The Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors are opening up the NBA's 2026-27 regular season at 10 p.m. EST / 7 p.m. PST inside the confines of Crypto.com Arena. As tends to happen when these two teams meet, the storylines write themselves.

The Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs wasted little time reigniting their intense rivalry when De'Aaron Fox received a Flagrant 1 foul for a play against Chet Holmgren in the second quarter.

Retired NBA star Blake Griffin believes one of the best periods for the Los Angeles Clippers hasn't received its just due from the organization.

Jaylen Brown said the Philadelphia 76ers still have plenty of work ahead despite opening the season with a 106-100 road victory over the New York Knicks on Tuesday. Brown recorded 19 points, eight rebounds and six assists in his first game since being acquired from the Boston Celtics. Philadelphia rallied from a halftime deficit and […] The post Jaylen Brown on 76ers’ win over Knicks: “We still got a lot to learn and grow” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Rookie Mikel Brown Jr. is set to make his anticipated NBA debut in Wednesday’s season opener against the visiting Hornets.

Andre Drummond stayed back in the locker room while the Knicks raised their championship banner and collected their rings ahead of their 106-100 season-opening loss to the 76ers.

Game Details Date Wednesday, October 21 Start Time 10 PM ET / 9 PM CT / 7 PM PT Location Intuit Dome, Inglewood How to Watch on TV Fans have both national and regional broadcasting options for tonight's game: National Broadcast - Clippers Home Broadcast NBC Sports California/ NBC Sports California Plus/KTLA-CW Kings Away Broadcast NBCSCA How to Live Stream If you are looking to stream the game live, you have a few digital platforms available depending on your location: Clippers fans in local ...

Ben Simmons was well on his way to making a comeback in the NBA. That was until he tore his Achilles while practicing last Sunday.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MAY 30: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder drives to the basket against Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs during the third quarter in Game Seven of the NBA Western Conference Finals at Paycom Center on May 30, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 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. (Phot...

Phoenix Suns governor Mat Ishbia says he doesn't "have a problem" with Kevin Durant after a social media argument with the former Suns star.

For the first time he’ll be coaching a non-tanking team, one with at least a chance to win every night, starting with Wednesday’s opener against Charlotte.

It's a showcase of a budding NBA rivalry to close out opening night.

The Warriors will be without Brandin Podziemski for their season opener against the Lakers due to a back issue, a surprise scratch for the durable 23-year-old.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 13: Brandin Podziemski #2 of the Golden State Warriors drives against Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the first quarter of a preseason game at T-Mobile Arena on October 13, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 101-89. 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 Ethan Miller/...

It was at 6:57 p.m. that Jalen Brunson’s voice delivered the line Knicks fans have long been waiting for.

The Portland Trail Blazers open the 2026-27 NBA regular season against the Phoenix Suns at the Moda Center on Wednesday, October 21. A new-look Trail Blazers side featuring both Damian Lillard and Ja Morant will hope to lead their team to an ideal start after their 42-40 campaign last season. The Suns, meanwhile, come into […] The post Is Deni Avdija playing tonight? Blazers vs. Suns injury report to open season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Banner night brought nostalgia, celebration, ceremony and ultimately, a loss to the 76ers.