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Suns’ Devin Booker, Jordan Ott working through ‘figuring-it-out stage’ with new-look roster

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PHOENIX– Two close wins in a matter of five days, but the Phoenix Suns have more work to do. After starting the season 1-5, they’ve won the last four of five, and registered a trademark win thanks to Devin Booker. The latter has played at perhaps an All-NBA level to begin the 2026-27 campaign. He’s […] The post Suns’ Devin Booker, Jordan Ott working through ‘figuring-it-out stage’ with new-look roster appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Moe Wagner has joking reaction to heated altercation with former Magic coach Jamahl Mosley

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Jamahl Mosley got into a heated altercation with Moe Wagner during Wednesday’s New Orleans Pelicans-Brooklyn Nets matchup. Mosley picked up a technical for yelling at Wagner, his former Orlando Magic player, after the Nets center said something toward the New Orleans bench. The Pelicans coach had to be held back during the altercation. Jamahl Mosley […] The post Moe Wagner has joking reaction to heated altercation with former Magic coach Jamahl Mosley appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The Rockets have reinvented their offense

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HOUSTON, TX - NOVEMBER 11: Alperen Sengun #28 and Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets high five during the game against the Golden State Warriors on November 11, 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) | NB...

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Shakira Austin wants the Mystics to sign Kelsey Mitchell in free agency

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - SEPTEMBER 20: Kelsey Mitchell #0 of the Indiana Fever dribbles the ball during the game against the Washington Mystics on September 20, 2026 at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 Pepper Robinson/NBAE via Getty Ima...

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Tell us where you want to see the WNBA’s three highest-profile free agents—Napheesa Collier, Kelsey Mitchell and Kelsey Plum—go this offseason

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Napheesa Collier. | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images It’s never too early to start looking at the WNBA free agency picture. This year, a ton of players are available. And while that was also true last season, when we saw limited activity due to the compressed offseason, there’s a good chance some big stars will look to take their talents elsewhere before the 2027 WNBA season tips off. And if they do, it could alter the 2027 championship chase. Three players, in particular, could massively sha...

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Central Notes: Mitchell, Harden, Cunningham, Zubac

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The Cavaliers’ inconsistent start to the season hasn’t shaken Donovan Mitchell’s faith that the team is talented enough to compete for a title, writes Jamal Collier of ESPN. Cleveland is off to a 6-6 start, and the up-and-down nature of the team was reflected this week with a double-digit loss at Charlotte on Monday, followed […]

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Lakers’ 11-2 start hasn’t convinced everyone they’re title contenders

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The Lakers are among the NBA’s top teams this season. But not everyone is convinced even with the team’s 11-2 start. Former NBA champion-turned-analyst Kendrick Perkins doesn’t believe the Lakers have done enough to convince the public that they are legitimate title contenders. Los Angeles Lakers’ Luka Doncic (77) reacts during the second half of...

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Pelicans vs. Grizzlies injury report: Trey Murphy III among 4 doubtful NOLA players for NBA Cup

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The New Orleans Pelicans will look to end their four-game losing streak when they host the Memphis Grizzlies at Smoothie King Center on Friday in the NBA Cup. The Pelicans will be eager to bounce back after getting embarrassed by the Brooklyn Nets in front of their home crowd on Wednesday. New Orleans was blown […] The post Pelicans vs. Grizzlies injury report: Trey Murphy III among 4 doubtful NOLA players for NBA Cup appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder vs. Clippers injury report: Ajay Mitchell’s status for NBA Cup after missing Blazers game

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The Oklahoma City Thunder will clash with the LA Clippers after back-to-back defeats to the Portland Trail Blazers. The Thunder were without Ajay Mitchell for the second of those two games, and he’s once again listed as questionable on the official injury report due to a left ankle sprain. Here’s everything we know about Ajay […] The post Thunder vs. Clippers injury report: Ajay Mitchell’s status for NBA Cup after missing Blazers game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jalen Suggs To Return From Injury Friday

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The Magic have struggled this season as injuries to key players have prevented them from getting any momentum. They have a 4-7 record coming into Friday’s NBA Cup game against the Bucks and will be looking for their first home win of the season. Luckily, they should have some reinforcements to help in their efforts […]

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Mavericks rumors: NBA insider makes ‘strong’ Kyrie Irving prediction as trade chatter just won’t die

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The duo of Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving has been good as advertised, leading the Dallas Mavericks to a 7-5 record. While the Minnesota Timberwolves blew them out on Thursday, there have been plenty of encouraging signs for the Mavericks. Irving has looked great after a one-year absence due to an ACL injury. He is […] The post Mavericks rumors: NBA insider makes ‘strong’ Kyrie Irving prediction as trade chatter just won’t die appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Magic rumors: Orlando pushing back on rising trade buzz, but something’s gotta give soon

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The Orlando Magic are reportedly facing growing questions about their expensive roster, with Anthony Black emerging as a potential trade candidate. However, the franchise is pushing back against speculation that the young guard could become expendable. Orlando’s financial commitments have raised concerns around the league. Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, Desmond Bane, and Jalen Suggs each […] The post Magic rumors: Orlando pushing back on rising trade buzz, but something’s gotta give soon appea...

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Suns rumors: Devin Booker going nowhere, but Jalen Green trade buzz is getting louder and louder

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The Phoenix Suns improved to 5-6 for the season despite suffering multiple injuries to their rotation at the start of the campaign. Devin Booker remains the biggest reason the Suns have stayed competitive, with Dillon Brooks and Miles Bridges providing secondary scoring. Booker has also been the subject of trade rumors at the start of […] The post Suns rumors: Devin Booker going nowhere, but Jalen Green trade buzz is getting louder and louder appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ugly wins count, too. And the Suns will take every one.

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PHOENIX, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 12: Miles Bridges #22 of the Phoenix Suns drives to the basket during the second half of the NBA game against the Charlotte Hornets at Mortgage Matchup Center on November 12, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Kelsey Grant/Getty Images) | Getty Images You know what I like? When...

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Walker Kessler wants to improve one aspect of his game

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When Walker Kessler was acquired by the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason, the belief was that his offensive role would be strictly as a finisher at the rim off the looks created by Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. And while that has been the case, recently Kessler has shown off some passing skills with at […]

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Stonehill College to join Metro Conference; leave NEC

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PROVIDENCE, RI - NOVEMBER 09: The Stonehill Skyhawks logo shown a pair of shorts during a college basketball game against the Providence Friars at Amica Mutual Pavilion on November 09, 2024 in Providence, Rhode Island, (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images) | Getty Images Stonehill College is leaving the NEC and joining the Metro Conference for the 2027-28 academic year, multiple sources told Mid-Major Madness. The Skyhawks joined Division I in 2022-23, coming up from the Division II NE-10, ...

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