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A change of power has commenced in Dallas.

As the Golden State Warriors look to figure out their roster’s future, one huge bright spot to start the season is rookie Yaxel Lendeborg. Lendeborg has become a major feature on the Warriors roster, and many in the organization believe he is the team’s future. Not only did they wheel and deal to land a […] The post NBA rumors: Warriors reaping benefits of dumb team passing on Yaxel Lendeborg trade up despite top-5 draft grade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Indiana Pacers could receive a much-needed boost as they look to end their losing streak. Center Ivica Zubac has been upgraded to questionable for Wednesday’s road matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies, putting him closer to a possible return after missing five straight games. Zubac remains questionable for Wednesday’s game, according to the NBA’s latest […] The post Pacers’ Ivica Zubac upgraded on injury report for Grizzlies game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Houston Rockets and Minnesota Timberwolves will each enter Wednesday night’s matchup with several injury concerns, including questionable designations for Clint Capela and Terrence Shannon Jr. Houston’s latest injury report lists Capela as questionable because of a right ankle sprain ahead of the 8:30 p.m. ET contest at Toyota Center. The Rockets will already be […] The post Timberwolves vs. Rockets injury report: Terrence Shannon Jr., Clint Capela up in air appeared first on ClutchPoints.

As the season gets underway, the Warriors are still attempting to figure out how to move forward with center Kristaps Porzingis. Porzingis hasn’t suited up for the Warriors this season as he’s dealing with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), and the NBA Champion big man has been mentioned in trade rumors around the association. Per […] The post NBA rumors: The problem with Warriors’ Kristaps Porzingis trade possibilities involving Bucks, Bulls appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Oklahoma City Thunder are set to face each other for the second time in three days. It was the Thunder who took the last matchup, as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s late-game heroics pushed his team past the Cavs. That might be the story for most of the Thunder’s season, with all of the […] The post Cavs vs. Thunder injury report: Alex Caruso, Peyton Watson highlight notable updates appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The New York Knicks could be without Josh Hart for Wednesday night’s matchup against the Chicago Bulls, while veteran center Nic Claxton is nearing his season debut after missing Chicago’s first seven games. As the Knicks (3-4) prepare to conclude their two-game homestand against the Bulls (1-6) at 7:30 p.m. ET, both teams face injury […] The post Bulls vs. Knicks injury report: Josh Hart listed, Nic Claxton on verge of season debut appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Nikola Jokic has set an incredibly high standard during his time with the Denver Nuggets. The three-time MVP has made dominant performances look routine, but his recent shooting struggles have raised questions about whether he can return to his best form. Bill Simmons addressed those concerns on his podcast. According to him, the version of […] The post Bill Simmons almost breaks down in tears over alleged end of Nuggets’ ‘Apex’ Nikola Jokic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The New Orleans Pelicans are looking to build on their recent success as they prepare for their matchup with the Utah Jazz. New Orleans also received encouraging injury updates, with Trey Murphy III and Jordan Poole both listed as probable to play, potentially giving the team a boost. Murphy III is dealing with bilateral patella […] The post Are Trey Murphy III, Jordan Poole playing tonight? Pelicans vs. Jazz injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Golden State Warriors have limited interest in Milwaukee Bucks center Myles Turner in part because of the team's reluctance to commit to long-term contracts ahead of what could be Stephen Curry's final seasons, NBA insider Jake Fischer reported Wednesday on The Stein Line's Substack.

The Sixers have a chance for revenge for their lone loss of the season thus far when they visit the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night.

What has transpired, instead, is an inefficient offense, a fatigued starting lineup, a depth issue at center and already a couple of reconfigurations from Mike Brown.

Shaquille O'Neal believes Phil Jackson's demanding coaching style would struggle to succeed with today's NBA players.

Tracy McGrady compared the anticipation surrounding Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s first meeting as opponents to the buildup of Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant’s first matchup after their split. The post Tracy McGrady compares Tatum-Brown matchup to Shaq-Kobe appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The job of Shamet’s defender is to situate himself between his man and the ball. If he does, there is no passing lane, and thus, no closeout. But basketball’s greatest pests force defenses into decisions, increasing the likelihood of mistakes. Shamet’s movement pulls on whichever defender hopes to remain in a passing lane. There are controlled closeouts, and then there are rushed ones, like Traoré’s, which Brown calls “hot closeouts.” Defenders who Shamet has spun around often soar past him a...

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Here are two realistic trade scenarios that could send Kris Dunn from the Clippers to a contender, with the Nuggets and Cavaliers emerging as fits.

This time the Nets held their poise and held on for a comfortable 114-104 victory over visiting Charlotte.

Mining for draft sleeper among the guards in the 2027 NBA Draft class.

The Philadelphia 76ers (7-1) and Detroit Pistons (6-1) are primed for a potential Eastern Conference Finals preview on Wednesday, and we're here to bring you live updates, highlights and analysis throughout the contest.

The Wizards are No. 16 on ESPN’s rankings. It may be mediocre, but it’s better than last year!

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The Lakers could trade Jaden Hardy or waive Bronny James as they seek upgrades, according to Jovan Buha.

Taurian Fontenette, better known as 'Air Up There' during his AND1 Mixtape career, has died at the age of 43.

Memphis Grizzlies rookie Cameron Boozer is No. 1 on the first TalkBasket.net NBA Rookie Ladder, published Wednesday, narrowly ahead of Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg. The post Cameron Boozer tops TalkBasket’s first NBA Rookie Ladder appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Toronto Raptors will miss Kawhi Leonard again when they take on the Denver Nuggets. Meanwhile, Denver could have Cam Johnson available as he carries a probable designation. Both teams have several players dealing with injuries ahead of the matchup. The NBA’s official injury report lists Leonard as out due to left knee injury management. […] The post Raptors vs. Nuggets injury report: Kawhi Leonard still out, Cam Johnson listed appeared first on ClutchPoints.