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The Boston Celtics were without Jayson Tatum for their Wednesday night contest against the Milwaukee Bucks — with Tatum getting the day off for rest purposes. With Tatum out, the Celtics turned to Paul George to take on first-option duties on offense. And while the Celtics encountered some rough patches that let the Bucks back […] The post Joe Mazzulla reveals Paul George’s ‘extreme’ importance to Celtics’ identity appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Dalton Knecht’s time with the Los Angeles Lakers ended earlier this month after the team waived him. The former first-round pick has since joined the New York Knicks on a two-way contract and has had to wait for his first opportunity with his new team. That chance came on Wednesday against the Chicago Bulls, and […] The post Knicks’ Dalton Knecht delivers perfect response to debut vs. Bulls appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Philadelphia 76ers have begun the LeBron James era 8-1 and atop the NBA standings, and the vibes seem to be good despite early concerns about having too many big egos on the roster.

The Philadelphia 76ers have wasted little time making noise in the Eastern Conference, and Skip Bayless believes the balance of power has already shifted. Following Philadelphia’s impressive 8-1 start, the outspoken sports commentator delivered a pointed message to his longtime debate partner, Stephen A. Smith. The Sixers have quickly emerged as contenders behind a star-studded […] The post 76ers news: Skip Bayless declares the East runs through Philadelphia: ‘Sorry Stephen A.’ appeared first...

After the Cleveland Cavs surrendered a second consecutive loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, head coach Kenny Atkinson addressed his team’s underlying issue: turnovers. For Atkinson, the 2026-27 Cavs’ fatal flaw amidst championship aspirations aren’t boiled down to any specific players, as it is a team issue that’s bogged Cleveland down to a .500 record […] The post Kenny Atkinson calls out major issue that hurt Cavs vs. Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Victor Wembanyama had to put the San Antonio Spurs on his back on Wednesday, as he recorded a career-high 52 points to go along with 24 rebounds and eight blocks to power them to a 112-111 victory over the Dallas Mavericks. The Spurs needed every bit of Wembanyama’s contributions, as the entire team simply did […] The post Mitch Johnson praises other Spurs hero who helped save Victor Wembanyama’s career night appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Dalton Knecht is getting an early opportunity to establish himself in the NBA after the Los Angeles Lakers waived him before the start of the season. The New York Knicks signed the former first-round pick to a two-way contract, and his first appearance gave coach Mike Brown plenty to like. Knecht scored 10 points on […] The post Knicks’ Mike Brown has nothing but praise for ‘scorer’ Dalton Knecht appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Heat engulfed Klay Thompson in a jubilant celebration after his corner 3 -- his eighth of the game -- went in with one second left in overtime of Miami's 117-116 victory over the Clippers.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 42 points and handed out eight assists as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 124-116 on Wednesday, Nov. 4, at Paycom Center, completing a two-game sweep. The post SGA scores 42 as short-handed Thunder beat Cavaliers appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Analyzing key takeaways as shorthanded Thunder secure critical home win against Cavaliers.

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Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever set the record for the most-watched WNBA game this millennium.

Another day, another game when Luka Dončić scores 40 points to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a victory.

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Aaron Nesmith hit the go-ahead 3-pointer in the closing seconds as the Indiana Pacers beat the Memphis Grizzlies 107-103 on Wednesday, Nov. 4, at FedExForum, snapping a five-game losing streak. The post Aaron Nesmith’s late 3-pointer lifts Pacers past Grizzlies appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Victor Wembanyama had career highs of 52 points and 24 rebounds along with eight blocks to power the Spurs past the Mavericks on Wednesday night.

SAN ANTONIO, TX - NOVEMBER 4: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs handles the ball during the game against the Dallas Mavericks on November 4, 2026 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, 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 (Photos by Adam Hagy/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE vi...

SAN ANTONIO, TX - NOVEMBER 4: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs and P.J. Washington #25 of the Dallas Mavericks go up for a rebound during the game on November 4, 2026 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, 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 (Photos by Michael Gonzales/NBA...

Mike Brown sees more than a spot-up shooter in Dalton Knecht. His explanation went a little further than the usual postgame scouting report. “He’s a scorer. He’s not just a shooter. A lot of people think he’s a shooter because he’s white,” Brown told reporters after Knecht’s Knicks debut, via Hunter Cookston of Sporting News. […] The post Knicks’ Mike Brown on Dalton Knecht: ‘People think he’s a shooter because he’s white’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 26: Meleek Thomas #15 of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Donovan Mitchell #45 high five during the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on October 26, 2026 at Rocket Arena 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Lauren Leigh Bacho/NBAE via Getty ...

HOUSTON, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 04: LaMelo Ball #1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves shoots the ball against the Houston Rockets during the second half at Toyota Center on November 04, 2026 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. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images) | Getty Images 10,000ft Overview As soon as the game tipped off, one thin...

LeBron James is cautioning against any proclamations the 76ers are NBA Finals-bound despite a blistering 8-1 start.

Luka Dončić has now scored at least 40 points in five of his last six outings for the Lakers.

WNBA star Sophie Cunningham shared her unfiltered thoughts on the one major difference between men’s and women’s basketball that she cannot wrap her head around. Cunningham is hoping to be one of the premier names in the 2026 WNBA free agency market after her contract with the Indiana Fever expired.

Coming off back-to-back wins at home, the Los Angeles Lakers hit the road on Wednesday night for their first of four matchups with the division-rival Sacramento Kings. It’s no secret that the Kings are not in a position to compete right now, and the Lakers were able to take care of business to improve to […]

Luka Doncic appears to have found his ultimate form. That is certainly how it looks like through the first nine games of the Los Angeles Lakers. After facing him twice in preseason, the Sacramento Kings saw firsthand just how much of a world-beater Doncic has become. On Wednesday, Doncic put up another 40-ball — his […] The post Kings’ Zach LaVine anoints Luka Doncic as one of biggest talents ever after another 40-piece appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Philadelphia 76ers maintained their impressive start to the NBA season by securing a 112-106 win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. However, the crucial road win also featured a worrying moment for Philadelphia as young center Adem Bona appeared to suffer an injury. Nevertheless, head coach Nick Nurse has provided an encouraging update […] The post 76ers HC Nick Nurse provides encouraging update on Adem Bona’s neck injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

PHOENIX– Following a 33-point outburst, Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker exited Wednesday’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers with a concerning injury, but quickly came back. It came during a fast-break attempt when Robert Williams III contested the shot and blocked it. The shot defense looked like Booker was hit in the face. Still, there […] The post Suns’ Devin Booker exits Blazers game with injury scare appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Washington Wizards are integrating a few new pieces into the team, which explains why there are going to be growing pains for this squad. That could not have been more apparent than on Wednesday night, when the Wizards couldn’t overcome some offensive woes en route to a 120-105 loss to Trae Young’s former team, […] The post Trae Young reveals what’s ‘obviously’ been missing from Wizards’ offense appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The New York Knicks were on a roll on Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden. They trounced the Chicago Bulls 135-105, and they can credit their dominance to a first half that set them up for the win. In the first half, they matched their franchise record for most points in a half with 84. […] The post Knicks’ Mike Brown opens up about setting new franchise scoring record in a half vs. Bulls appeared first on ClutchPoints.