NBA News · LatestYesterday, Nov 2, 2026

With no Kyrie Irving, the Mavericks need to stay focused against winless Sacramento

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 24: Devin Booker #15 of the Phoenix Suns drives to the basket against Georges Niang #32 of the Golden State Warriors during the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center on October 24, 2026 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. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images) | Getty Images Who: Phoenix Suns (1-...

With 11 players on the sideline Monday, the Pacers had just six log minutes in their 108-104 loss to the Hawks.

Oct 24, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Brandon Williams (12) drives between Phoenix Suns forward Miles Bridges (22) and forward Dillon Brooks (3) in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect The Golden State Warriors are back in action tonight, as they host the Phoenix Suns. The Suns got the better of the matchup a week ago, but the Dubs were resting nearly all of their key players. That’...

MILWAUKEE, WI - OCTOBER 31: Kel'el Ware #9 of the Milwaukee Bucks boxes out during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on October 31, 2026 at Fiserv Forum Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images). | NBAE via Getty Imag...

The Lakers are getting one of their starting wings back Monday night.

The Los Angeles Lakers host the Miami Heat at the Crypto.com Arena on Monday, November 2, at 10:00 p.m. ET.

The Minnesota Timberwolves are set to take on the Milwaukee Bucks at home on Monday night. LaMelo Ball popped up on the latest injury report amid the team already dealing with injury woes for Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo. It’s said that Ball is suffering from a wrist injury ahead of Monday’s contest. Here’s everything […] The post Timberwolves’ LaMelo Ball lands on injury report vs. Bucks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

On Monday evening, the Boston Celtics will hit the road to take on the Houston Rockets, looking to pick up a sixth straight win. Unfortunately, the Celtics will not be at full strength for this one, as Paul George is slated to sit it out for rest. Here’s everything we know about the Celtics’ injury […] The post Celtics’ Paul George injury update for Rockets showdown is a bummer appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Voila! Leon Rose can hand out roster extensions like the giveaway segment on 'The Oprah Winfrey Show.'

NBA legend Byron Scott says the Philadelphia 76ers are blessed with the strength of their roster – and has broken down how it will help...

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BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 27: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics celebrates during the second half against the Brooklyn Nets at TD Garden on October 27, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Nets 125-124 in overtime. 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 Jayson Tatum ...

White signed a three-year deal with Charlotte after being acquired from the Bulls. Trading LaMelo Ball cleared a starting spot for him.

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 28: Sandro Mamukelashvili #54 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles the ball during the second half of a game against the LA Clippers at Intuit Dome on October 28, 2026 in Inglewood, 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. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) | Getty Images After bouncing around the lea...

Spurs center Victor Wembanyama has been named the Player of the Week for the Western Conference, while Celtics forward Jayson Tatum has claimed the award in the East, the NBA announced on Monday (via Twitter). Wembanayama and Tatum earned the awards for the second week (Oct. 26 – Nov. 1) of the season. Grizzlies guard […]

Raptors continue their West Coast road trip as they take on the Clippers

Kevin O'Connor is joined by JE Skeets & Steve Ceruti to react to the biggest NBA news from the weekend.

Following Friday’s win over the Pacers, Giannis Antetokounmpo was asked what he believed was the most important thing he had seen in Miami’s two victories. He did not hesitate. “Bam,” Antetokounmpo said. “I think the way he guards. He took the challenge against Jalen Johnson, and he was incredible. He took the challenge against (Pascal) Siakam, and everybody else followed his tone. “I think he did a great job setting the tone. And after that, the game becomes easier for us. It’s easier for me...

HOUSTON, TX - NOVEMBER 2: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics drives to the basket during the game against the Houston Rockets on November 2, 2026 at the Toyota Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images T...

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Just under four years ago, Domantas Sabonis was the best player on a Sacramento Kings team that looked ready to establish a winning culture after decades of incompetence.

ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins believes Dallas Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg is a top-10 player, and he isn’t the only one, as Tim MacMahon explained why he wouldn’t trade the NBA’s 2025 top prospect for Los Angeles Lakers All-Star Luka Doncic. After the Mavericks posted a 4-2 record, Flagg’s impressive start to the 2026-27 season hasn’t gone […] The post Tim MacMahon plants Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg top-10 player flag with Luka Doncic trade take appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Dallas Mavericks have gotten off to a surprisingly strong start to the 2026-27 NBA season, currently sitting at 4-2 ahead of Monday’s clash against the winless Sacramento Kings. While Cooper Flagg has gotten most of the headlines, veteran point guard Kyrie Irving has also rounded back into form after making his return from an […] The post Kyrie Irving’s latest injury update goes wrong direction for Mavericks-Kings tilt appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Here’s how a blockbuster trade could send Anthony Davis to the Timberwolves and Rudy Gobert to the Wizards amid growing trade rumors.

The Memphis Grizzlies have a surprising 6-0 record to start the NBA season. Here's why and what it means for their hopes of making the playoffs.

Lakers players better start letting it fly, or else.

WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 30: Alex Sarr #20 of the Washington Wizards is introduced before the NBA Cup game against the Charlotte Hornets at Capital One Arena on October 30, 2026 in Washington, DC. 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 Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Images With Trae Young in the fold, the Wizards have something t...

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - OCTOBER 25: Ziaire Williams #11 of the Los Angeles Lakers handles the ball during the game against the Utah Jazz on October 25, 2026 at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Alex Goodlett/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty ...

Ernie Johnson likes the NBA’s talent. But like the rest of us, he’d like a better chance of seeing it on the floor. With multiple top names already sidelined early in the season, the longtime Inside the NBA host believes the league should consider trimming its 82-game schedule. “If I were gonna do one thing, […] The post Ernie Johnson wants fewer NBA games as injuries pile up appeared first on Hoops Wire.