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A 30-point shellacking paved the way for Dalton Knecht to make his Knicks debut.

The coaching approach for male and female basketball players has come under scrutiny, with NBA trainer Drew Hanlen questioning whether female athletes are pushed hard enough to reach their potential. He believes coaches often hold back rather than challenge them as aggressively as their male counterparts.

The Knicks broke out of their early-game slump in historic fashion.

The action between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Houston Rockets on Wednesday night heated up in the second quarter. With 5:24 remaining in the period, Alperen Sengun missed a floater near the basket on a good contest from Jonathan Kuminga, who then secured the defensive board for the Timberwolves. However, right after securing the rebound, Kuminga […] The post Timberwolves’ Jonathan Kuminga gets Flagrant 1 for elbowing Alperen Sengun appeared first on ClutchPoints.

PHOENIX– Some might feel the Phoenix Suns have a bad matchup with the Portland Trail Blazers, but that’s not how Jalen Green feels. The athletic guard knows that despite the 132-119 loss, there was a simple problem. Before the game, the Suns had retribution on their minds. Granted, they looked better than the season opener, […] The post Jalen Green blames effort for Suns disappointing 1-5 start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

DETROIT, MI - NOVEMBER 4: LeBron James #23 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives to the basket 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...

Saddiq Bey scored 22 points, including six consecutive points late in overtime, as the New Orleans Pelicans rallied to beat the Utah Jazz 120-113 on Wednesday, Nov. 4, at the Smoothie King Center. The post Bey leads Pelicans past Jazz in overtime despite George’s 39 points appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Houston Rockets 117-107 on Wednesday, November 4, behind 21 points from Ayo Dosunmu and a decisive fourth-quarter performance from Jonathan Kuminga. The post Jonathan Kuminga sparks Timberwolves win over Rockets appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - NOVEMBER 04: Cade Cunningham #2 of the Detroit Pistons drives around Vj Edgecombe #77 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the first half at Little Caesars Arena on November 04, 2026 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Detroit Pistons (6-2) fall s...

NEW YORK, NY - NOVEMBER 4: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks drives to the basket during the game against the Chicago Bulls on November 4, 2026 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. 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 Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) | ...

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.