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The veteran wings had a fourth to forget.

The term “poison pill” doesn’t actually show up in the NBA’s Collective Bargaining Agreement, but it’s used colloquially to refer to a provision in the CBA that affects players who recently signed rookie scale contract extensions. As we explain in our glossary entry, the so-called poison pill provision applies when a player who signed a […]

Following the Lakers’ 112-106 victory over the Detroit Pistons, LeBron James and Joel Embiid shared a hilarious moment that highlighted James’s most recent historic achievement. Embiid was speaking to the media about Wednesday’s win when James walked up behind Embiid and jokingly teased him for having the interviews so close to his locker. LeBron: “Why […] The post Joel Embiid reacts to LeBron James asking ‘why the f**k he’s so close to locker’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

ORLANDO, FL - NOVEMBER 1: Baylor Scheierman #55 of the Boston Celtics looks on during the game against the Orlando Magic on November 1, 2026 at Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. 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 Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The Boston...

HOUSTON, TX - NOVEMBER 2: Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics is introduced before the game against the Houston Rockets on November 2, 2026 at the Toyota Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images BOSTON ...

When examining the Lakers' best trade assets, it is abundantly clear why they may struggle to upgrade their roster.

A 6-foot-2 guard usually has to sell NBA teams on what he can do with the ball to go second overall. But makes his strongest case when somebody else has it. The Arkansas freshman can crowd a ball handler up the floor, use his 6-foot-9 wingspan to pick off a pass, and turn a steal […]

Celtics fans will want to see more of these hustle plays from their new big man.

Stephen Gillaspie dives into international waters to provide insight into the prospects playing overseas in the 2027 NBA Draft cycle.

Thompson has no plans to go easy on his old teammates. submitted by /u/basketbaIlnetwork [link] [comments]

Flashes of his old MVPG are shining through for a Boston team that needs him

Eric Moody highlights which rookies are standing out in the early part of the NBA season, and which are worth rostering now or down the road.

LOS ANGELES — The Miami Heat have surprisingly struggled out of the gate to start the 2026-27 regular season. Erik Spoelstra’s club had lost five of their seven games coming into Wednesday night’s contest against the LA Clippers, and desperately needed a win on what was the first night of a back-to-back set. Spoelstra’s team […] The post Erik Spoelstra reveals difference between LeBron James’ Heatles and Giannis-led Heat appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokić is arguably the best player in the NBA, but despite being 6'11" and 284 pounds, he doesn't believe his size actually gives him an advantage.

Eighteen years into his legendary NBA career, Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry continues to rake in more money than any other player in the league.

Although Jayson Tatum's rapid return garnered significant attention, a new reveal suggests it may have been motivated by fear.

We've been better than: Orlando Magic, Phoenix Suns, Charlotte Hornets, Utah Jazz, Milwaukee Bucks, Sacramento Kings, Chicago Bulls. And pretty much tied with Clippers. Last year we were 29th in net rating and 30th in true shooting. yes a tanking year but still. submitted by /u/ConferenceAny3412 [link] [comments]

The last time CJ McCollum had 16 rebounds in a game? “Maybe in high school,” McCollum said after the Atlanta Hawks’ 120-105 win in Washington over the Wizards. At 35, and in his 14th NBA season, McCollum is highly unlikely to hit that mark in the remaining years of his pro career. Wednesday, his teammate Dyson Daniels was the guy who did that level of work on the glass, setting a career high in rebounds in a game, as Atlanta played without Jalen Johnson (sprained ankle) and got through the se...

Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic believes traditional low-post basketball could largely disappear from the NBA within the next five to 10 years because of the physical contact defenders are allowed to use. The post Nikola Jokic predicts low-post basketball will disappear appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Dončić is putting on a nightly clinic as he's led his team to one of the best records in the league.

Oklahoma City has won back-to-back games against Cleveland despite missing three starters through long-term injuries. The post Mark Daigneault explains Thunder’s next-man-up mentality appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Klay Thompson spoke to Fadeaway World about overcoming a recent shooting slump, his vow to improve defensively and how Heat "reinvigorated my spirit for the game."

LOS ANGELES — The Miami Heat defeated the LA Clippers on Wednesday night, the first half of a back-to-back set that will see them travel to San Francisco to take on the Golden State Warriors. It’ll be the first time Thompson takes on his former team since joining the Heat and since the Warriors drafted […] The post Klay Thompson gets real on Yaxel Lendeborg’s hot start with Stephen Curry, Warriors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Rockets of last season popped back up.

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With Bleacher Report proposing a trade for the Lakers to acquire Naz Reid, we explore how feasible this move would be for both teams.

Which top prospects lead in Jeremy Woo's debut rankings? Here's our top 100 big board for the 2027 class.

Denver's roster was never built to overcome any slippage from its three-time MVP.

By dropping another 40 points Wednesday, Luka Doncic joined Kobe Bryant and Elgin Baylor as the only Lakers to ever score 35-plus points in six straight games.

Dillon Brooks literally — and physically — went there.