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Angel Reese and Veronica Burton are the star power on the floor, but what about courtside and in the stands?

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Trail Blazers Damian Lillard gave the Trail Blazers a familiar performance in his return. His responsibilities, however, look different this time around, and he’s happy about that. Lillard scored 25 points and made six three-pointers in 23 minutes Wednesday as Portland routed the Suns 124-83. It was his first regular-season game since recovering from a […] The post NBA Notes: Blazers, Damian Lillard, Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton, Clippers appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Former Indiana Fever guard Megan McConnell is currently playing in Australia.

He changed his tune.

Patrick makes an interesting comparison for Angel Reese and Moses Malone.

After the Atlanta Dream’s 68-64 Game 1 defeat to the Golden State Valkyries, Angel Reese, who went scoreless in the second half, told the media she wasn’t “aggressive enough with the ball” and would do a better job the next game. Sure enough, the Bayou Barbie became the youngest player in WNBA history to record at least 30 points and 15 rebounds in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals.

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The Philadelphia 76ers have no shortage of star power this season, but it is clear who the leader is going to be on the offensive side.

The Portland Trail Blazers couldn’t have had a better season opener. After starting their matchup against the Phoenix Suns with a 43-12 first quarter, they won 124-83. Damian Lillard returned to the roster, scoring 25 points, hitting six three-pointers, and adding six assists, three rebounds, and one steal. Damian Lillard on Ja Morant's Blazers debut […] The post Damian Lillard takes shot at everybody hating on Ja Morant fit after nuking Suns appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Golden State Warriors suffered a debilitating season-opening defeat to the Los Angeles Lakers, 127-105. The Warriors have already faced injury misfortune to start the season. Jimmy Butler and Kristaps Porzingis are still out, but Porzingis’s absence has hurt the team where they need production most: at center. Steph Curry on the Kristaps Porzingis unknown: […] The post Stephen Curry states obvious on heartbreaking Kristaps Porzingis situation that’s already derailing season appeared first...

The San Antonio Spurs have every reason to believe they can replicate last year’s success. Led by the next “Face of the League,” Victor Wembanyama, one of the NBA’s youngest teams, and perhaps its most talented, returns every key player from a run to the 2026 NBA Finals. Already loaded with Dylan Harper, Stephon Castle, […] The post 3 San Antonio Spurs bold season predictions as Victor Wembanyama plots revenge for NBA Finals loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Denver Nuggets could be without Spencer Jones for their 2026-27 regular-season opener against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday night, an ironic development considering the two teams’ offseason history involving the forward. As Denver prepares to face Oklahoma City (1-0) on the road at 6:30 p.m. PT on ESPN, the Nuggets listed Jones as […] The post Nuggets vs. Thunder injury report features 1 ironic questionable status appeared first on ClutchPoints.

After spoiling the defending champion New York Knicks’ ring ceremony on Opening Night, the Philadelphia 76ers have their sights set on going 2-0 when they take on the Cleveland Cavaliers. Their chances of doing so could be improved significantly given the official injury report. Jarrett Allen is the big name on the list for both […] The post Cavs vs. 76ers injury report: Jarrett Allen questionable for Joel Embiid matchup appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Phoenix Suns were one of the teams that surprised many last season after the roster shakeup they had, but it happened to work in their favor. Dillon Brooks was one of their biggest additions, and he ended up having a career season to help the team get to the playoffs. Of course, with Brooks […] The post Dillon Brooks’ LeBron James, Kevin Durant trolling immediately backfires with Phoenix’s 41-point loss to Blazers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Chicago Bulls opened their 2026-27 regular season with a humiliating 135-92 loss to the Kawhi Leonard-led Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night, with Josh Giddey’s previously undisclosed wrist injury potentially contributing to one of the worst performances of his NBA career. Following Chicago’s 43-point home loss, Giddey revealed that he suffered a left wrist injury […] The post Perhaps Bulls guard Josh Giddey’s secret wrist injury explains why he had 1 of worst games of career to open seas...

Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero made NBA history Wednesday night despite the team’s 132-125 loss to the Atlanta Hawks in its 2026-27 regular-season opener at home. As the Magic began a new era under first-year head coach Sean Sweeney, Banchero delivered a historic performance, becoming the first player in NBA history to record at least […] The post Magic star Paolo Banchero makes NBA history with unprecedented feat despite loss to Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

ESPN commentator Doris Burke recalled an embarrassing encounter with former San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich involving Shaquille O’Neal during Wednesday night’s broadcast of the Los Angeles Lakers’ 127-105 victory over the Golden State Warriors. Burke shared how one of her earliest in-game interviews with Popovich went wrong after she questioned the Spurs’ defense […] The post Doris Burke tells tale of time she had Spurs legend Gregg Popovich steaming mad over Shaq appeared first o...

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves couldn’t resist poking fun at Luka Doncic after his teammate buried a spectacular half-court shot against the Golden State Warriors on Opening Night. Instead of praising the difficult attempt, Reaves jokingly criticized Doncic’s decision-making even though the shot went in. “Terrible shot. There was 3.3 seconds left when he […] The post Lakers news: Of course Austin Reaves was hating on Luka Doncic’s ‘terrible’ half-court shot that buried Yaxel Lendeborg...

The U.S. Vice President is sounding off.

On the heels of the latest WNBA national anthem controversy, Riley Gaines is calling for real consequences. The WNBA national anthem controversy has flared up again during the Finals, with both teams repeatedly ducking off the court right before the anthem starts.

NBA legend Allen Iverson reflected on the final stages of his professional career, acknowledging that his unwillingness to accept a bench role contributed to his departure from the league. The former Philadelphia 76ers superstar explained that he struggled with the idea of becoming a reserve after spending most of his career as a starting player […] The post Allen Iverson acknowledges ego contributed to NBA exit appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

NBA legend Allen Iverson shared his perspective on the league’s growing player salaries, explaining that he welcomes the enormous contracts being awarded to today’s players, including those with limited roles. Iverson said he believes every player should benefit from the NBA’s financial success, arguing that larger contracts also reflect the contributions made by previous generations […] The post Allen Iverson wants even NBA bench players to earn $100 million appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Stephen A. Smith defended Yaxel Lendeborg for challenging Luka Doncic and questioning his constant complaints to officials.

My favorite Big 10 prospects entering the year for the 2027 NBA Draft, from Quinten Coleman to Alijah Arenas to Trey McKenney and so many more.

Jaylen Brown opened up about the emotions he experienced after reportedly being traded by the Boston Celtics, explaining that he believed his performance during the previous season had earned him at least another year with the franchise. Brown said the move caught him by surprise, particularly because he felt he had delivered the best season […] The post Jaylen Brown describes emotional reaction to unexpected trade from Celtics appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo reflected on his development under former head coach Jason Kidd, revealing that Kidd once instructed him to stop taking jump shots entirely and focus on improving his ability to attack the basket. Antetokounmpo explained that early in his NBA career, he was hesitant to drive toward the rim. Kidd wanted […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo questions whether Jason Kidd’s shooting restrictions helped his career appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Former NBA guard Lou Williams shared a story from his time playing under Doc Rivers, revealing that he once admitted to his coach that he was too intoxicated to play but was still sent onto the court. Williams explained that he approached Rivers and openly acknowledged his condition, even offering to accept a suspension or […] The post Lou Williams admits playing drunk under Doc Rivers appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

New York Knicks guard Josh Hart revealed that his eating habits after games are often determined by the team’s results and his individual performance, admitting that he sometimes refuses to have dinner when he feels he has not played well enough. Hart explained that losing a game can leave him so frustrated that he chooses […] The post Josh Hart says he skips dinner after losses and poor performances appeared first on TalkBasket.net.