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The Los Angeles Lakers appear to have struck gold by acquiring Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz. After dazzling fans with his impressive dunking display on opening night, Kessler once again captured their attention during Friday’s matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers. Kessler’s steal-and-slam dunk combination in the first quarter of Friday’s game was just […] The post Lakers fans fall further in love with Walker Kessler after steal-slam dunk combo appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Ace Bailey is still searching for his place in a crowded Utah Jazz rotation, but head coach Will Hardy has no complaints about what the second-year forward brings every day. Before Utah’s home opener against the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night, Hardy was asked about Bailey’s role. “His role is just that, is to […] The post Jazz HC Will Hardy reveals why it’s a ‘joy’ to coach Ace Bailey appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Los Angeles Lakers won their second straight game to begin the season on Friday after defeating the Los Angeles Clippers at home on Friday evening, 125-117.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 15: Amen Thompson #1 of the Houston Rockets in action during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Toyota Center on October 15, 2026 in Houston, 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. (Photo by Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images) | Getty Images When the Rockets started the game with consecutive three-point mak...

Austin Reaves showed why the Lakers made a significant investment to re-sign him during the offseason.

The Indiana Fever are cleaning house, and any subsequent moves should be made to build around Caitlin Clark.

Once deemed the “Hallway Series” during their time sharing Crypto.com Arena, the Los Angeles Clippers and Los Angeles Lakers met on a rainy Friday night in Southern California for what was a respective second game of the season for both teams. Austin Raves scored 28 points to lead the Lakers to a win, as they […]

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 23: Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots a three point basket during the game against the LA Clippers on October 23, 2026 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images) | ...

The Warriors can look for a Kristaps Porzingis trade. Finding one that actually helps them is the harder part. According to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, Golden State faces several obstacles, from Porzingis’ uncertain playing future to salary restrictions and a reluctance to surrender other valuable pieces. Porzingis is considering his future in basketball amid recurring […] The post Warriors face tough market for Kristaps Porzingis appeared first on Hoops Wire.

After a rough regular season debut in which he committed nine turnovers and shot just 7-of-21 from the field in the Bulls’ blowout loss to Toronto on Wednesday, No. 4 overall pick Caleb Wilson bounced back with a strong performance in Friday’s matinee game in Milwaukee, writes Joe Cowley of The Chicago Sun-Times. While Wilson […]

Alperen Sengun scored 29 points as the Houston Rockets edged the San Antonio Spurs 114-110 on Friday night at Moody Center in Austin, improving to 2-0 to start the 2026-27 NBA season. Amen Thompson delivered the decisive defensive play, blocking Victor Wembanyama’s potential game-tying layup with less than a second remaining. Fred VanVleet then made […] The post Alperen Sengun leads Rockets past Spurs in Austin thriller appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Rockets guard Amen Thompson blocked Victor Wembanyama at the rim to prevent a potential tying bucket as the Rockets beat the Spurs 114-110.

Angel Reese has been nothing short of legendary in the 2026 WNBA Finals, as the Atlanta Dream leads the series 2-1. The Golden State Valkyries were the best defensive team this season, led by talented players like Gabby Williams.

The Lakers tried to find a trade for Dalton Knecht before cutting him loose. Finding a team willing to take him at an acceptable price was another matter. The Jazz, Bulls and Bucks were among the teams Los Angeles contacted about the former first-round pick before waiving him Monday, according to Brett Siegel of Clutch […] The post Lakers explored Dalton Knecht trade with Jazz, others appeared first on Hoops Wire.

In the second game of the season, the Washington Wizards’ offense staggered, wheezed, and stalled, and they lost to the Toronto Raptors, 112-102. This was Washington’s first real test of the season. The Raptors were good last season, and added Kawhi Leonard. That should be enough to elevate them into Eastern Conference contention, at least if Leonard can stay healthy. The difference in quality was evident early and often, despite Toronto shooting just 20.6% from three-point range. Despite mak...

The Mavericks walk out of Indianapolis with a big early win and one big loss.

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 36 points on Friday, giving him 71 through the first two games, and stayed hopeful the Heat would rebound from their winless start.

The Golden State Valkyries are now down 2-1 in the 2026 WNBA Finals series against the Atlanta Dream, and cracks are beginning to appear in the Golden State motto of ‘strength in numbers’. Most recently, these cracks showed up after the Game 3 97-71 loss on Wednesday night, when the postgame Valkyries huddle showed how emotions were running high for the Valkyries’ court general, Gabby Williams.

The Knicks have made Dalton Knecht’s arrival official, signing the former Lakers wing to a two-way contract and waiving Kevin McCullar Jr. to create the opening. The moves confirm the previously reported agreement with Knecht, who drew interest from several teams after the Lakers waived him during their final roster cuts. The Kings, Timberwolves and […] The post Knicks make pair of roster moves appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Game Details Date Saturday, October 24 Start Time 8 PM ET / 7 PM CT / 5 PM PT Location United Center, Chicago How to Watch on TV Fans have regional broadcasting options for this evening's game: Chicago Home Broadcast Chicago Sports Network Washington Away Broadcast MNMT2 How to Live Stream If you are looking to stream the game live, you have a few digital platforms available depending on your location: Bulls fans in local market CHSN App Wizards fans in local market Monumental+ Out-of-market ...

PORTLAND, OR - OCTOBER 21: Oso Ighodaro #11 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball during the game against the Portland Trail Blazers on October 21, 2026 at the Moda Center 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 Jaden Coleman/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Ima...

Jayson Tatum spent most of his postgame news conference Friday night addressing speculation about his relationship with former Celtics teammate Jaylen Brown in the wake of the latter's shocking trade to Philadelphia over the summer.

The Boston Celtics may have walked away with a 107-103 victory over the New York Knicks. However, one of Friday night’s most memorable moments came after the final buzzer. Near midcourt at TD Garden, Mitchell Robinson reunited with his former New York teammates. He shared an extended, emotional embrace with Karl-Anthony Towns that highlighted their […] The post Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns, Mitchell Robinson share special moments after Celtics take down NY appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Rui Hachimura is all too familiar with Crypto.com Arena. The forward spent three-plus seasons with the Lakers before signing with the Clippers on a two-year, $28 million deal this summer. Hachimura kept things lighthearted in his return for the crosstown showdown as he jokingly attempted to enter the Lakers locker room pre-game. Rui Hachimura of...

A dominant win on the road.

Pelicans starting center Yves Missi injured his left leg in the second quarter of Friday night's game at Utah and had to be helped to the locker room.

The Lakers made sure Rui Hachimura knew they appreciated his contributions to the franchise.

"For the most part, most of his looks... I mean, he had three or four wide open threes. And we want them to make half of them if they're open," head coach Mike Brown said of Bridges after the loss. "But he's got to keep shooting them. And hopefully, they'll eventually go in sooner than later, but he's getting the looks that he needs to get. He's just gotta knock them down now." "He's got to make sure that he's physical on the defensive end," Brown continued on Bridges. "And he, as well as eve...

The Minnesota Timberwolves are 2-0 in the LaMelo Ball era after beating the Orlando Magic 115-93 on Friday evening.

Boston Celtics center Mitchell Robinson revealed during an interview with NBA on Prime Video's Cassidy Hubbarth why he didn't watch the championship ring ceremony of his former team, the New York Knicks. In essence, it was for practical reasons.