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A historical trend shows that Luka Doncic's chances of winning a title with the Lakers may be greatly reduced because of his usage rate.

CBS Sports' annual span of college hoops country offers a map of the sport's top program in every state for the next five months

Darius Garland explains why injuries, unfamiliarity, and poor ball security have contributed to the Clippers' 1-3 start.

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 05: Kevin Porter Jr. #7 of the Milwaukee Bucks looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the preseason NBA game at Fiserv Forum on October 05, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welcome to another edition of Heard ‘em S...

We have a matchup of unbeatens in the NBA on Thursday as Memphis visits Portland and Ja Morant

Barely a week into the new season, the list of sidelined stars keeps growing ... so what does it mean as teams consider reinforcements?

Defense was a primary concern regarding the Brooklyn Nets’ ability to compete this season. Through four games, those worries have looked justified. The Nets have allowed 123.8 points per game during their 0-4 start. Their opponents have posted a 58.1 effective field goal percentage, the highest in the NBA. Despite this, head coach Jordi Fernandez […] The post Why Jordi Fernandez is feeling ‘very positive’ Nets’ struggling defense will improve appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Chicago Bulls forward Caleb Wilson has been as good as advertised, showcasing the all-around skill set and high motor that made him the No. 4 pick in the NBA Draft in June. Wilson has been putting up big numbers, averaging 20.8 points, 7.0 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.8 steals, and 1.4 blocks. His accuracy, however, needs […] The post Bulls’ Caleb Wilson learns harsh Jalen Brunson lesson as Tiago Splitter blows gasket screaming at him appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The calls made by the referees at the start of the NBA season have been a major topic, and Dillon Brooks in his latest media availability on Tuesday, specifically called out what he believes is preferential treatment toward Thunder players by the referees following their 125-114 loss to Oklahoma City. “Refs talk and I think […] The post Dillon Brooks whines about refs’ treatment of Thunder flopping after getting punked appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The New York Knicks rallied from a 19-point deficit to defeat the Chicago Bulls, 133-127, at United Center on Wednesday. The Knicks outscored the Bulls, 43-31, in the fourth quarter, with the finishing crew of Jalen Brunson, Jordan Clarkson, Landry Shamet, OG Anunoby, and Karl-Anthony Towns hitting big shot after big shot. New York improved […] The post Knicks’ Mike Brown laughs off Karl-Anthony Towns injury scare with ’30 feet’ quip appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Mar 20, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Santa Clara Broncos guard Jake Ensminger (44) walks onto the court before a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament against the Kentucky Wildcats at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Le-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect It’s a new era for the WCC. Not only is Gonzaga now in the Pac 12, but Saint Mary’s lost longtime head coach Randy Bennett to Arizona State. While the Gaels are still in the league and will be a contender, the ...

Gilbert Arenas believes NBA superstars are suffering injuries because their offseason workouts fail to match regular-season intensity.

Former Toronto Raptors guard Lorenzo Brown has revealed that he never received an NBA championship ring from the franchise following its title-winning 2018/19 season. Brown was part of Toronto’s roster during the first half of that campaign but was waived on January 7, 2019, several months before the Raptors won their first NBA championship. The […] The post Lorenzo Brown says Raptors denied him championship ring appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Game Details Date Friday, October 30 Start Time 10 PM ET / 9 PM CT / 7 PM PT Location Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix How to Watch on TV Fans have regional broadcasting options for tonight's game: Phoenix Home Broadcast KTVK TV/KPHE Denver Away Broadcast ALT How to Live Stream If you are looking to stream the game live, you have a few digital platforms available depending on your location: Suns fans in local market Suns+ Nuggets fans in local market ALT+ Out-of-market fans NBA League Pass RE...

NBA legend Carmelo Anthony believes Paul George has always been comfortable playing a secondary role, arguing that his early experiences in the league helped shape his approach throughout his career. Anthony discussed George’s ability to play alongside other stars, suggesting that the veteran forward developed the mentality of a second option during his first years […] The post Carmelo Anthony says Paul George prefers secondary role appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 28: Giannis Antetokounmpo #7 of the Miami Heat is defended by Dyson Daniels #5 and Onyeka Okongwu #17 of the Atlanta Hawks during the second quarter at State Farm Arena on October 28, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. 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 Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Atlanta Hawks ...

The new-look Minnesota Timberwolves are facing a spell without Anthony Edwards. It will not be easy. The Minnesota Timberwolves opened the season with an incredible...

After Herbert Jones averaged just 17.0 minutes per night through the first three games of the Pelicans’ season, head coach Jamahl Mosley suggested that he would make an effort to find more playing time for the veteran forward, as Shamit Dua of In The NO writes. “In this moment right now, Herb is the ultimate […]

NBA legend Carmelo Anthony has pushed back against the perception that players from his generation were too friendly with one another and lacked competitiveness on the court. Anthony addressed the idea that personal relationships between NBA stars prevented them from developing intense rivalries, arguing that friendships had little influence on how players approached games. The […] The post Carmelo Anthony rejects claims his generation lacked rivalries appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Stephen Curry continues to show why his impact extends far beyond the NBA hardwood. The 4x NBA champion shared a special moment with Minnesota Lynx stars Olivia Miles and Kayla McBride on their first meeting.

The Philadelphia 76ers' visit to Indianapolis for a matchup with the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night provided LeBron James an opportunity to catch up with Caitlin Clark.

Their approach after a disastrous first quarter Thursday is something the Valkyries can take home for the deciding Game 7 against the Dream on Saturday.

Rich Paul suggested that certain psychological factors prevented players like Michael Jordan from switching teams in the past.

The Athletic has live coverage of Dream vs. Valkyries in the WNBA Finals Game 6. SAN FRANCISCO — The sun rose above Union Square on Monday, with cable car bells chiming just hours before Game 5 of the WNBA Finals, and nobody had a clue where Game 6 would be played or when. This is a statement of actual fact. It is also unbelievable. Anyone who cared about a riveting championship round — attendance figures and television ratings suggest more than a few people do — had no idea where the league was

Shaquille O’Neal took another opportunity to joke about Charles Barkley’s lack of an NBA championship after the former Phoenix Suns star appeared to suggest that he had won a title during his playing career. The exchange occurred while Barkley was speaking with Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving about how former NBA stars can use their […] The post Shaq mocks Charles Barkley’s NBA championship claim appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The unbeaten Trail Blazers host the undefeated Grizzlies as Damian Lillard and Ty Jerome headline an exciting matchup.

Sophie Cunningham speaks out after the Indiana Fever parted ways with both its president and general manager.

It took a Venn Diagram to isolate the Spurs sharpshooter

Yaxel Lendeborg thinks no one in NBA history has been as skilled as Kyrie Irving.

A YouGov poll shows Caitlin Clark far ahead of Angel Reese in favorability, but most Americans haven’t formed an opinion on Reese.