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No player in NBA history has posted a game with those numbers.

Yaxel Lendeborg’s fiery approach to the game is part of the reason for his success, but the Warriors rookie may have crossed a line when he said he “lost all respect” for Lakers star Luka Doncic following their first meeting. Appearing on “Inside the NBA” (Twitter video link), coach Steve Kerr talked about how he […]

Embiid kicked out with his right leg while initially attempting a 3-point shot, striking Cunningham in the groin. No foul was called on the play.

The Los Angeles Lakers took a step closer towards having a fully healthy roster and complete rotation during their 138-117 shellacking of the Miami Heat on Monday when forward Ziaire Williams returned to the lineup after missing three games due to a foot injury. On Wednesday, the Lakers made a move regarding second-year forward Adou […] The post Lakers’ Adou Thiero roster decision hints at potential injury status appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Chicago Bulls faced off against the defending champion New York Knicks on Wednesday at Madison Square Garden. Forward Jalen Smith was listed as probable on the NBA injury report due to a left finger sprain. Unfortunately, Smith went down with a left hand injury midway through the game and won’t be returning, per K.C. […] The post Jalen Smith won’t return to Knicks game after hand injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Jalen Brunson saw red and gouged the Bulls. Then his teammates feasted on the carcass.

The Detroit Pistons are hosting the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday in a clash between the two top teams in the Eastern Conference. These two teams have combined for just one loss this season, with the Pistons dealing the 76ers their only defeat of this new campaign thus far. This will be a tough matchup for […] The post Pistons’ JB Bickerstaff highlights Joel Embiid’s scary offensive impact appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr offered the highest of praise for Stephen Curry on Wednesday night, saying that coaching him is a similar experience to playing alongside Michael Jordan during his playing career.

Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker hit six three-pointers en route to 26 points, and five of his teammates posted double-digits scoring efforts en route to a 120-105 road win over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday evening in the front end of a home-and-home matchup.

DETROIT, MI - NOVEMBER 4: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers dunks the ball during the game against the Detroit Pistons on November 4, 2026 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. 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 Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty ...

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - NOVEMBER 04: Payton Pritchard #11 of the Boston Celtics dribbles downcourt against Kasparas Jakucionis #25 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the first quarter at TD Garden on November 04, 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 BOSTON — Payton ...

The Cavs' longtime center went down in pain after a knee-to-knee collision with Oklahoma City guard Jared McCain.

Brittney Griner has decided to try her hand at coaching.

This is Embiid's first technical foul of the regular season.

Consider the Lakers rookie impressed by his superstar teammate's start the season.

Vit Krejci suffered a fractured lower leg against the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday night, according to Portland Trail Blazers head coach Micah Nori. Krejci suffered the injury in the third quarter when attempting to take a charge from Miles Bridges. Krejci is averaging 2.7 points and 1.6 rebounds on the year.

Ballhalla was brought to the Embarcadero.

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 11: Neemias Queta #88 of the Boston Celtics fights for a loose ball with Myles Turner #3 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half at Fiserv Forum on December 11, 2025 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. (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images) | Getty Images Milwaukee Bucks (1-6) at Bo...

NBA commissioner Adam Silver has voiced support for the idea, but it would have to be carefully measured

Former NBA player Kwame Brown has criticized Bronny James' place in the NBA, arguing that LeBron James' son received an opportunity that could have gone to another aspiring professional basketball player. The post Kwame Brown claims Bronny James cost someone employment appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The New York Liberty are searching for their third head coach in three seasons after firing Chris DeMarco on Tuesday, a year after general manager Jonathan Kolb replaced Sandy Brondello with DeMarco who had no previous WNBA coaching experience. Brondello won the franchise’s first championship in 2024 and was let go the following season.

DENVER, COLORADO - NOVEMBER 02: Donovan Clingan #23 of the Portland Trail Blazers reacts after a game against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena on November 2, 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 Tyler McFarland/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Portland Trail Blazers are off to an amazing start in the new NB...

CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 02: Meleek Thomas #15 of the Cleveland Cavaliers goes to the basket around Ajay Mitchell #25 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at Rocket Arena on November 02, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Cleveland Cavaliers ...

Dalton Johnson breaks down where Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg stacks up in the NBA Rookie of the Year race two weeks into the season.

Damian Lillard scored 25 points and Donovan Clingan added 24 as the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Phoenix Suns 132-119 on Wednesday night at Mortgage Matchup Center. The post Trail Blazers beat Suns 132-119 to stay perfect 5-0 on the road appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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

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 Los Angeles Lakers recently made a change to their roster, signing center Lawson Lovering to a two-way contract while waiving forward AK Okereke. The move wasn’t a major one by any means, but it was necessary given the Lakers’ lack of center depth and struggles of Kevon Looney to begin the season. Lovering is […]

LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 1: Head Coach JJ Redick of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the game against the Toronto Raptors on November 1, 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 Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty...

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic has had a phenomenal start to the season, and Kendrick Perkins has drawn comparisons to Kobe Bryant. On the latest edition of the Road Trippin’ podcast, Perkins put Doncic’s play and mentality into perspective. Perkins said Doncic’s mentality makes him the closest thing to Kobe Bryant among the league’s young […] The post Kendrick Perkins gives Luka Doncic the Kobe Bryant treatment amid ridiculous start appeared first on ClutchPoints.