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The Indiana Fever are entering a crucial period following the firing of general manager Amber Cox. And while the front office searches for new leadership and looks to establish a clear direction for the future, WNBA analyst Rachel DeMita believes Indiana must first settle a fundamental question about its identity: who should be the face of the franchise? “You got to give the keys of this franchise to Caitlin or pick one,” DeMita said on her Courtside Club podcast.

Caitlin Clark received All-WNBA first-team honors for her exemplary performances during the 2026 season. However, not everyone agreed with the pick and one analyst claimed that Las Vegas Aces guard Jackie Young was more deserving of a spot in the team.

The Kings have picked up their 2027/28 option on second-year guard/forward Nique Clifford, general manager Scott Perry announced today (Twitter link via Sean Cunningham of KCRA News). Clifford was already on a guaranteed $3.26MM contract this season. The move locks in his $3.42MM salary for next season. Sacramento traded into the first round of the […]

Fourth-ranked Duke is the preseason favorite to win an Atlantic Coast Conference women's race featuring No. 7 Louisville, No. 12 North Carolina, No. 13 Notre Dame and No. 25 N.C. State.

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark had a mentally grueling journey back to the top this season after playing only 13 games in her second year due to multiple lower-body injuries. But the 24-year-old went on to produce her best season yet, becoming the only player in WNBA history to finish in the top three for both points (22.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Collin Sexton missed the entire preseason and the first game of the regular season while recovering from a right soleus strain. But since getting on the court, Sexton has shown exactly why the Lakers brought him in this summer. Sexton was huge for the Lakers on Sunday against the Utah Jazz […]

The New York Knicks, and team owner James Dolan, came under fire recently for the way they handled the distribution of championship rings following the franchise’s first NBA title in over 50 years. The hits keep in coming for the Knicks, with ESPN analyst Tim McMahon being one of the latest to drop criticism on […] The post ESPN analyst goes scorched earth on James Dolan for championship ring fiasco appeared first on ClutchPoints.

TORONTO, ON - MARCH 10: Chris Boucher #25 of the Toronto Raptors looks on ahead of playing the Washington Wizards in their basketball game at the Scotiabank Arena on March 10, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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 Mark Blinch/Getty Images) | Getty Images Chris Boucher played seven seasons in a Toront...

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TORONTO, CANADA - OCTOBER 13: Jaden Akins #14 of the New York Knicks looks to pass the ball during the game against the Toronto Raptors during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 13, 2026 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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 Vaughn ...

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Dawn Staley believes her South Carolina Gamecocks don't need major physical changes this season.

PHOENIX, AZ - APRIL 27: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder handles the ball while defended by Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns during the game during Round One Game Four on April 27, 2026 at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Arizona. 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...

Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum may not have any beef after the former was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday, but the Boston Celtics may have helped cook up the "lamb chops and some gravy" between the two men that Brown referenced when asked about his relationship with Tatum.

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BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 23: The sneakers worn by Sam Hauser #30 of the Boston Celtics against the New York Knicks on October 23, 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 Chris Marion/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Herald How Celtics ...

Grizzlies guard Ty Jerome and Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey have been named the NBA’s Players of the Week for their respective conferences, the league announced today (via Twitter). Memphis competes in the Western Conference, while Philadelphia is in the East. More to come…

Sacramento Kings rookie point guard Darius Acuff Jr. appears to have the ultimate green light in his first year in the NBA.

But hey! They could be the 0-3 defending champions…

The Oklahoma City Thunder host the Phoenix Suns at Paycom Center on Monday, October 26, at 8:00 PM ET.

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Reason A, B, and C as to why the Knicks are 0-3 has to do with their expensive roster not making shots.

The latest top-200 fantasy basketball rankings, with a surprising name leading the way.

Kevin Durant has made his admiration for Angel Reeseclear, praising the Atlanta Dream star’s character, passion for basketball, and offensive development ahead of Game 5 of the WNBA Finals. With Atlanta and the Golden State Valkyries tied 2-2, Durant also said he wants Reese to win Finals MVP and the championship.

Luka Dončić had a savage response to trash talk from a former teammate.

Yaxel Lendeborg has shined for the Golden State Warriors to start the season. But he still needs to get better in one key area.

Former Golden State Warriors guard Seth Curry reacted to the team's decision in the lineup early in the 2026-27 NBA season.