Basketball News · LatestYesterday, Nov 3, 2026

Renee Montgomery’s work as a USA Network studio analyst during the WNBA Finals earned a public salute from her co-host after the Atlanta Dream, a team she co-owns, fell 68-63 to the Golden State Valkyries in Game 7 on Saturday. Sports anchor Elle Duncan, her co-host on the network’s coverage, told Montgomery on air, “It never impacted your analysis,” and followed up with more praise Monday.

One scuffle highlighted the Phoenix Suns and Golden State Warriors contest on Monday and involved Khaman Maluach, Draymond Green, and Dillon Brooks. Let’s begin with the first two. It was a mismatch height-wise between Maluach and Green. Devin Booker threw him the ball, and Green fouled Maluach Then after the foul, the Suns center was […] The post Khaman Maluach delivers bottom line on Draymond Green fight that had Dillon Brooks playing peacemaker appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Draymond Green was ejected for the first time this season -- and 31st time of his career -- after receiving two techs in the same sequence vs. the Suns.

Mikal Bridges again watched a comeback victory from the bench.

LaMelo Ball scored a season-high 34 points as the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Milwaukee Bucks 112-100 on Monday night at Target Center. The post LaMelo Ball scores season-high 34 as Timberwolves beat Bucks appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Suns’ only win came against this Warriors team, but this time they won’t be depleted.

LeBron James took a sip of a fan's wine during the 76ers 126-107 win over the Bulls, saying he wanted to try "how good it was."

The Sacramento Kings earned their first victory of the 2026-27 season on Monday night, beating the Dallas Mavericks 115-100 at American Airlines Center. The post Kings end winless start with victory over Mavericks appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

DALLAS, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 02: Cooper Flagg #32 of the Dallas Mavericks drives around Domantas Sabonis #11 of the Sacramento Kings during the first half at American Airlines Center on November 02, 2026 in Dallas, 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 GettyImages License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Dallas Mavericks (4-3) fell to the...

The Fighting Illini smashed records in a 120-45 rout of Fairleigh Dickinson

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finished with 43 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 117-112 on Monday night. Gilgeous-Alexander went 14-of-35 from the field for the Thunder, who were coming off consecutive road losses. The guard also went 11-12 from the free throw line. "He was putting a ton of pressure on their defense, and he had the look in his eye tonight, so we obviously rode him offensively," head coach Mark Daigneault said of Gilgeous-Alexander. "It's not our ...

Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 34 points, including nine three-pointers, as the Atlanta Hawks held off the depleted Indiana Pacers 108-104 on Monday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The post Nickeil Alexander-Walker scores 34 as Hawks survive Pacers appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

It was anything but a stellar night for the New York Knicks against the Brooklyn Nets, but Ben Stiller celebrated Landry Shamet, who led the team in scoring off the bench. As the game was winding down, Stiller took to X, formerly Twitter, to give a shoutout to the role player, writing, “LANDRY SHAMET 22 […] The post Knicks superfan Ben Stiller celebrates Landry Shamet’s team-leading 22-point night vs. Nets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Washington Wizards outlasted the Orlando Magic 103-94, giving Magic their fourth straight loss on their home court on Monday night. The post Anthony Davis takes charge as Wizards beat Magic 103-94 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

But then the defending champs woke up. OG Anunoby caught fire, Josh Hart provided a spark and the Knicks ultimately cakewalked to a 103-90 victory over the Nets Monday at MSG.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a season-high 43 points and made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 32.6 seconds remaining as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 117-112 on Monday night at Rocket Arena in the first of a two-game set.

The end of a season usually brings a moment of reflection for athletes, but Angel Reese appears ready to make the most of her time off the court. After a demanding yet historic campaign that saw her lead the Atlanta Dream to their first WNBA Finals since 2013, the star forward is planning a quieter offseason.

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope believes the Denver Nuggets team that won the 2023 NBA championship would defeat the 2026 New York Knicks in a hypothetical playoff series, predicting a 4-2 victory for his former team. The post Kentavious Caldwell-Pope favors Nikola Jokic over Karl-Anthony Towns appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Philadelphia 76ers hosted the Chicago Bulls at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Monday, looking to notch their fourth straight win. The 76ers have been on a roll, proving the offseason hype was quite real. Multiple players have contributed consistently on both ends of the ball, making everything look easy with their synergy and activity. Against […] The post 76ers’ VJ Edgecombe sets new career-high in 1st half vs. Bulls appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Cunningham and Hanlen break down the layup misses behind Angel Reese’s Finals fade.

Sophie Cunningham slams men who believe they could dominate WNBA players despite having very little basketball ability.

The New York Knicks have had to do some soul-searching early on in the 2026-27 campaign, as they entered play on Monday against the Brooklyn Nets with just two wins in their first six contests in the new season. This is not the start the reigning champions must have envisioned heading into this year, although […] The post Knicks’ Mike Brown shares clear message about Jose Alvarado, Tyler Kolek playing time appeared first on ClutchPoints.

DENVER, COLORADO - APRIL 6: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets takes the opening tip off against Donovan Clingan #23 of the Portland Trail Blazers in the first half of the game at Ball Arena on April 6, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. 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 Dustin Bradford/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Portland Trail ...

Hornets wing Kon Knueppel suffered a left hamstring strain during an offseason workout and didn’t participate in the team’s training camp or preseason and will miss his seventh straight game on Monday against Detroit. However, last season’s Rookie of the Year runner-up went through his typical pregame routine ahead of Monday’s game, per Rod Boone […]

Coach Nick Nurse’s Philadelphia 76ers were 6-1 on the season heading into November 2’s home game against the Chicago Bulls and riding high in the latest NBA Power Rankings. Star center Joel Embiid found himself on the injury report as fans wondered if he’d play or not. Nurse addressed Embiid’s right plantar fasciitis injury in […] The post 76ers coach Nick Nurse provides update on Joel Embiid’s right plantar fascia injury management appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Atlanta Dream came up short in the WNBA Finals , losing to the Golden State Valkyries in Game 7. Though it may be disappointing, the Dream still have a lot to be proud of , and the future is bright for what they want to accomplish. A day after the loss, Angel Reese went on Instagram to share a message to all of her supporters. “I’m so grateful […] The post Dream’s Angel Reese reveals offseason plans from private account after WNBA Finals loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Detroit Pistons dominated the Charlotte Hornets 124-91 to earn their third consecutive victory on Monday night. The post Cunningham’s 33 leads Pistons to dominate Hornets 124-91 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Dallas entered Monday night on a three-game win streak, with a chance to make it four against a winless Sacramento team. The Mavericks had not played since Friday at home versus the Rockets, which means that with the clocks falling back, there were 73 hours between games. Monday morning, Kyrie Irving was listed as questionable due to injury management. Monday afternoon, he was downgraded to doubtful, and prior to tipoff, he was ruled out. This came as a shock to anyone who watched the game ag...

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.