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Why Jeff Teague believes Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg is ‘more exciting’ than Luka Doncic

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The Dallas Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg has continued to break records left, right and center as he enters his sophomore season in All-Star form, having broken multiple franchise records already. For some, such as Jeff Teague, his performances are already enough to invite comparisons with established superstars, such as former Mavericks leader Luka Doncic. Speaking on […] The post Why Jeff Teague believes Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg is ‘more exciting’ than Luka Doncic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers make 2-way contract switch amid Luka Doncic injury update

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The Los Angeles Lakers are on the second night of a back-to-back as the travel across town to take on the LA Clippers, and they will be without multiple players including MVP candidate Luka Doncic who was diagnosed with back tightness. In perhaps a related move, the Lakers made a roster swap on Wednesday afternoon […] The post Lakers make 2-way contract switch amid Luka Doncic injury update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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3 Young Players the Chicago Bulls Should Already Consider Free Agent Targets

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A handful of young players failed to reach rookie-scale extensions this month, meaning they could be on the market as soon as next offseason. The Bulls will have tons of money to spend, once again. Would you want them to throw an offer sheet at any of these guys? Personally, I feel like Anthony Black could be an awesome fit. The three-point shooting worries me a little, but his defense would be an immediate upgrade. He at least feels like the kind of player that this front office should think...

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Southeast Notes: Isaac, Jovic, Knox, Miller

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Magic big man Jonathan Isaac has yet to play this season and he’s not close to returning, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports. Isaac is still rehabbing a left knee injury he suffered in March. “It’s the same thing,” Isaac said. “It was a sprain and a bruise. And I’ve had a little bit […]

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Lakers agree to two-way deal with center Lawson Lovering

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LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 14: Lawson Lovering #34 of the Memphis Grizzlies plays defense during the game against the Golden State Warriors on July 14, 2026 at the Cox Pavillion in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Mike Kirschbaum/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty...

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Walker Kessler took responsibility for the Lakers’ poor defense vs. Blazers

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LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 27: Walker Kessler #14 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the game against the Portland Trail Blazers on October 27, 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) | NBAE vi...

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Lakers Add Lovering On Two-Way Deal, Waive Okereke

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The Lakers have agreed to a two-way deal with center Lawson Lovering, Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype reports. In a related move, they have waived AK Okereke to make room for the 7-foot Lovering (Twitter links). Lovering was waived by the Grizzlies in late September after signing a training camp deal. The 23-year-old center played […]

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New NBA Trade Rumors Update Herb Jones, Trey Murphy III Buzz Amid Pelicans Struggles

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A New Orleans Pelicans official told NBA insider Marc Stein that the team hasn't "indicated a willingness" to trade Herb Jones amidst a 3-0 start to the season, with Jones averaging just 17 minutes per game off the bench thus far.

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The Suns’ new-look lineup is making life harder for Booker

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Oct 26, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (15) stands on the court during the second half of a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect You know what sucks about NBA scheduling? And stop me if you’ve heard me complain about NBA scheduling before… The Suns played Monday night, and they don’t play again until Friday against the Denver Nuggets. By the time that date fi...

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Boston Celtics Daily Links 10/28/26

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BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 23: The shoes of Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks during second quarter of the Celtics Home Opener at TD Garden on October 23, 2026 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. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) | Getty Images Herald Celtics notebook: Jayson Tatum done with Jaylen Br...

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How to watch Warriors vs. Timberwolves

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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - MAY 14: Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors shoots the ball against Rudy Gobert #27 of the Minnesota Timberwolves during the first quarter in Game Five of the Western Conference Second Round NBA Playoffs at Target Center on May 14, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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...

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